Mohammed Kudus has been named in the Champions League team of the week after an exceptional display for Ajax in their season opener. The Ghanaian midfielder earned man of the match honors as he spearheaded the Dutch champions to a commanding 4-0 home victory over Rangers at the Amsterdam ArenA.
Kudus was dominant throughout the match, completing five dribbles, winning five ground duels, and maintaining a 100% pass accuracy. He assisted Ajax’s second goal before scoring a brilliant third in the 32nd minute, maneuvering past defenders into the penalty area and firing a precise strike into the net. He was substituted in the 89th minute to a standing ovation from the home crowd.
The 22-year-old had recently attempted to leave Ajax during the transfer window due to limited playing time, agreeing personal terms with Everton, but the move was blocked by his club. After starting against Rangers, having scored in Ajax’s 4-0 win over Cambuur last weekend, Kudus made an immediate impact once again, confirming his status as one of Europe’s rising stars.
