Controversial Ending to Eredivisie Women’s Match Between Ajax and PSV

A painful episode unfolded on Saturday in the Eredivisie Women’s league as Ajax faced PSV. The match seemed destined for a draw when an unexpected moment turned it into a viral sensation worldwide.

The women’s teams of Ajax and PSV gained international notoriety, albeit not in a positive light. As the game approached its conclusion, everything appeared set for a 1-1 draw at the Johan Cruijff ArenA. With no additional time left to play, the five minutes of stoppage time had already elapsed. A seemingly innocuous cross from Mirte van Koppen looked to be heading toward failure.