Ajax Amsterdam is a professional football club based in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Founded in 1900, the team is one of the most successful clubs in Dutch football history, winning numerous national championships and KNVB Cups. They play their home matches at the Johan Cruyff Arena, named after the legendary player Johan Cruyff. The club is known for its strong youth academy, which has produced many talented players who have gone on to achieve success in football. Ajax has also made a significant impact in European competitions, winning the prestigious UEFA Champions League multiple times, with their most notable victory in 1973.