# Ajax Fined and Partially Shut Down Stadium After Crowd Trouble
Ajax, one of the most successful Dutch football clubs, have been fined 25,000 euros and forced to partially shut down their stadium after crowd trouble marred their September defeat to Feyenoord. The home fans threw flares and fireworks onto the pitch, causing the match to be stopped and concluded three days later behind closed doors. Police officers were injured and the stadium structure sustained damage.
## Crowd Trouble at Johan Cruyff Arena
The Dutch giants have already punished more than 50 people for their part in the incident and will inform fans affected by the enforced closure in the south stand on 25 November. This is not the first time Ajax have had to deal with crowd trouble at the Johan Cruyff Arena. In 2022, another incident against arch-rivals Feyenoord resulted in a suspended punishment of one match behind closed doors.
## Struggling at the Bottom of the Table
Ajax have never been relegated from the Dutch top flight but are currently struggling at the foot of the table after a turbulent start to the new campaign. This has led to former manager Maurice Steijn departing the club, to be replaced by ex-player John van ‘t Schip as interim head coach.
## Eredivisie Match Against Vitesse Arnhem
The partial closure of the stadium will be enforced for Ajax’s upcoming Eredivisie match against Vitesse Arnhem. This is a crucial game for Ajax, as they look to turn their fortunes around and climb up the table. The club will be hoping that their fans can behave themselves and not cause any further disruption.
## Conclusion
Ajax have been forced to pay a hefty fine and partially shut down their stadium after crowd trouble marred their September match against Feyenoord. This is not the first time Ajax have had to deal with such issues, and they will be hoping that their fans can behave themselves for their upcoming Eredivisie match against Vitesse Arnhem. The club are currently struggling at the bottom of the table and will be hoping that this incident does not derail their season any further.