Francesco Farioli leaves Ajax following title race implosion

Francesco Farioli has stepped down as Ajax head coach after only a year in charge of the Amsterdam club. Farioli was visibly emotional following his sides 2-0 win over Twente on Sunday which was not enough to win clinch Eredivisie title for the Amsterdam side. Ajax had a nine point lead at one point but their form in April and May saw the title slip from their hands. The 36 year old Italian had signed a three year deal last summer but has cited differences with the club as the reason for this premature departure.

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Nunez heads Benfica past Ajax into last eight

A Darwin Nunez header proved decisive as Benfica booked their place in the last eight of the Champions League with a 1-0 win away to Ajax. The sides were level at 2-2 on aggregate after the first leg but the fancied Ajax failed to live up to the hype.

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