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Wanted: Pot Critic With Shrewd Taste and Medical Need
Birdman, the wife and I BOTH had season tickets to the NE Revolution, 3 rows from the grass dead center for less than this ONE Ajax game! Yikes! It's kinda like comparing Icolator with Maroc isn't it (and I'm on the side of the Maroc on this one!)?
Hey, let me know if you're ever in town (Boston) for a game - we could always meet up for a spliff (if you don't mind my at-home mids, nothing like what I indulge in A'dam).
I can get Bruins/Islanders tickets (I'm a Bruins fan but live in NYC) for 60 Euros five rows from the ice!
Well, hockey INSTEAD of - no comparison! However, hockey IN ADDITION TO is perfectly acceptable! Being a Boston area native, I grew up lucky enough to watch Bobby Orr play (my Dad always took me to games) and got to catch Ed Giacoman (sp?) on tv WITHOUT a mask (and, for those who don't know - he was the goalie). And that brief moment when Brad Park and Bobby Orr were both playing defense for Boston? Oh MAN!
Only now am I getting back into hockey - the bullshit fighting of the early 1980's was a complete turn-off...
I think I may go see a hockey game instead (in America).
Hey, I feel independently wealthy (lol)!
But seriously, we travel to A'dam about twice a year and rarely do we indulge in such extravagent activities AND since it WILL be my birthday weekend and it just so happens to be THAT game...why not? Jeez, one year we took a train to Osnabruck, Germany just for the night for the Klaang Festival (electronic music, Klaus Schulze in fact) and kept our hotel room in town so we wouldn't have to take all of our stuff! Granted, that whole side trip STILL cost less than the Ajax tickets :D
Alicia, thanks for the advice - we'll head over for a post game pint or two at the home supporters area before heading back to town.
-HD
Too rich for my blood...too!
Tutti
but I prefer to don the Red & White of Ajax - I think they're concerned we'll wander off to smoke somewhere and I'll get my ass kicked!
Thanks, I'll post some pics and review when it's over!
-HD
I love the "beautiful game" but 95 pounds is waaaay too much.
Pics would be great. If you want to wander, wander to the pub down on street level of the ArenA . It will be packed after the match, win, lose or draw. Or go to the supporters home which is the large graffiti covered building on the grounds. Have a drink with the supporters!
Hey Birdman - didn't see the 95 euro tickets (did see 95 pound tickets tho'), but opted for the pricier "good seats" (aka "safer seats"). Yeah, it's expensive for sure but you only live once...besides, we're going as much for the atmosphere of Dutch hooliganism as we are for the game. But damn, WHAT a game!
-HD
I found some for 95 Euro. That seems a bit much to watch people kick a ball around, no?
Ahh, the "Arena Card" makes sense - we had to buy tokens next door at the Heineken Music Hall to get drinks so I imagine it would be the same at Ajax arena. My friends REALLY want me to wear a Dutch National shirt but I prefer to don the Red & White of Ajax - I think they're concerned we'll wander off to smoke somewhere and I'll get my ass kicked!
Thanks, I'll post some pics and review when it's over!
-HD
Thanks HasjDreamer,
That is a pretty pound to pay!
Not surprised at all at the result of that match btw.
I've been to a lot of matches in various European cities and you will absolutely see some "real" football at Ajax. Great stadium.
When waiting in line to get a drink or snack, you'll want to make sure that you have an Arena Card or whatever it is called beforehand. They didn't take cash last time I was there. You just have to buy an Arena Card in the stadium which is sold in various Euro values. I think it is called an Arena Card. Maybe someone on here can verify that.
Have a great time at the match and watch yourselves!
-Alicia
Hey Alicia - feel free to hijack the topic anytime!
We picked up the tickets through TICKAZILLA and, as you may expect, they cost us a pretty penny (or make that a pound - 316 pounds to be exact!). I liked their options - three seating sections vs. two on the other sites and their prices were as good if not cheaper.
Oh yeah, Ajax huMILiated the N.E. Revolution - the wife and I were thinking "so, THIS is how you play football!". Can't wait to see an authentic match...
Keep us updated!
-HD
Hi Hasjdreamer,
Sort of a thread hijack or maybe a thread bump?
Where' did you get the tickets? I'm planning on seeing Ajax vs Heerenveen on the 22nd. Was thinking about buying from tickets unlimited but the price for a ticket on the long sides is a bit high, as expected.
What was the result of the match that you saw?
Thanks
Alright, the wife and I have Ajax tickets for the 'Klassiekers' match on Sunday, November 1st. I've seen the footage, read the stories but has anybody gone to a game? It's our first European football match (we did manage to see Ajax play the New England Revolution in a friendly match back home) and first time to Ajax stadium...
Any advice?
-HD
Ajax drew Juventus in the next Europa round...should be some great games.
I am a Liverpool fan (no jokes about recent performances) i am a wounded lion. And I attend at least 10 games a year at Anfield and the atmosphere is electric there but I have a small desire to experience a dutch game especially with a major rival abnd who else to see than Ajax.
But i am guessing you are right they have a big following and the same rules apply to matches at anfield it is near on impossible to get tickets on match day and even booking in advance is unachievable. Unles syou want to pay silly money.
But advice once again Alicia appreciated
Tickets can be bought through some online ticket sellers but it'll cost you heaps! If you search online you'll find some pricey deals.
My experience, turn up at the stadium match day and hope for the best. Of course this won't work on days when tix are only sold to those with a clubcard or for any derby/serious rivalries.
Being there is well worth any efforts though in my opinion.
I am keen on see Ajax too. But last time out once I had sat down in a coffee shop it didnt cross my mind for the entire trip until I was leaving and I saw someone wearing an Ajax shirt. But if it is possible to book some tickets or something in advance let me know
I am really looking forward to hearing (in person) your experiences about this game. Just be careful man, there will be violence.
Hey Marco, it's good to meet up with you on the Channels Forum too!
Looking forward to getting together in, what, three weeks or so? I'll try and post that Sunday evening from the safety of Popeye's - nursing our football experience over a phatty of Alladin's Chocolate...
We'll try and stay (relatively) sober to keep our wits about us and will be sure to stay safe!
Thanks,
-HD
I recently experienced the clash of St Pauli vs Rostock 2nd division, Smaller scale than what HJ is going to see.
But I felt alright most of the time. It was escalating all day but the police seemed to have it locked down. But alas that was not in fact true. Rostock were outnumbered of course. Riot, melée...
nice avatar
nice avatar
Wooo-hooo!
Hey, a quick post...the match on Sunday WAS AMAZING! The game, the experience, the arena and the seats...PERFECT!
If there WAS dissapointment it had to be the complete lack of ANY hooliganism. I mean, not a fight to be seen!
However, the singing (the Arena was shaking from voices only!), the flares, the cannons, and the game: 5-1 Ajax, 2 red cards (both on Feyenoord), a yellow on Ajax, a PENALTY kick (and goal), and a bit of a scuffle between players. Oh, the seats?
FRONT ROW, about 3/4 to the side! ALL the way down to the replacement seats in front of the original 1st rows. IN-CREDIBLE!!!!
The trip so far AMAZING...full report on the Cannibis Forum...
-HD
Hey, a quick post...the match on Sunday WAS AMAZING! The game, the experience, the arena and the seats...PERFECT!
If there WAS dissapointment it had to be the complete lack of ANY hooliganism. I mean, not a fight to be seen!
-HD
Yeah. No one does it quite like the English.
Hey, a quick post...the match on Sunday WAS AMAZING! The game, the experience, the arena and the seats...PERFECT!
If there WAS dissapointment it had to be the complete lack of ANY hooliganism. I mean, not a fight to be seen!
However, the singing (the Arena was shaking from voices only!), the flares, the cannons, and the game: 5-1 Ajax, 2 red cards (both on Feyenoord), a yellow on Ajax, a PENALTY kick (and goal), and a bit of a scuffle between players. Oh, the seats?
FRONT ROW, about 3/4 to the side! ALL the way down to the replacement seats in front of the original 1st rows. IN-CREDIBLE!!!!
The trip so far AMAZING...full report on the Cannibis Forum...
-HD
Wow HJ, Nice result!
I'm glad that you had such a good time. I hope that the match that we go to will be as good or better ;-) And that we'll find less expensive tickets. Otherwise, I'll be at some pub.
Anyone know of a good pub or coffeeshop where we can hang out with Ajax supporters and watch the AJAX Feyenoord match?
I know of neither Alicia, though I'm sure there are several around town. The one place I do know is CoCo's a fine restaurant on the Thorbecksplien, which is connected to Rembrandtspien. They themselves declare Warm beer and lousy food. They have several TVs tuned to different sporting events. Just up the square from the Bushdoctor coffee shop. Incidentally, CoCo's allows smoking whatever you've got.
I know of neither Alicia, though I'm sure there are several around town. The one place I do know is CoCo's a fine restaurant on the Thorbecksplien, which is connected to Rembrandtspien. They themselves declare Warm beer and lousy food. They have several TVs tuned to different sporting events. Just up the square from the Bushdoctor coffee shop. Incidentally, CoCo's allows smoking whatever you've got.
Thanks Alpha. Good to know. Hope to see ya in town.
I went to the match with Matty223 and another friend we had a blast...5:1 Ajax! Ajax made 4 or 5 goals in the first half. It was fantastic. I expected Ajax would beat Herenveen and they did!
We bought tickets at the stadium box office an hour or so before the start of the match. Low "priority" match so we didn't have trouble getting tickets.
I went to the match with Matty223 and another friend we had a blast...5:1 Ajax! Ajax made 4 or 5 goals in the first half. It was fantastic. I expected Ajax would beat Herenveen and they did!
We bought tickets at the stadium box office an hour or so before the start of the match. Low "priority" match so we didn't have trouble getting tickets.
How much were they? The ticket service for Ajax is a joke.
How much were they? The ticket service for Ajax is a joke.
They were €48 each.
I know of neither Alicia, though I'm sure there are several around town. The one place I do know is CoCo's a fine restaurant on the Thorbecksplien, which is connected to Rembrandtspien. They themselves declare Warm beer and lousy food. They have several TVs tuned to different sporting events. Just up the square from the Bushdoctor coffee shop. Incidentally, CoCo's allows smoking whatever you've got.I dig Coco's....ive had great times there watching NFL games too.
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