Champions League 18/19: Tottenham Hotspur 0-1 Ajax - 5 Hits and Flops

#1 Hit: Donny van de Beek

van de Beek enjoyed another standout performance as Ajax earned a slender aggregate advantage

Matchwinner. Donny van de Beek was touted as next season's Frenkie de Jong - the man Ajax would build their team around - but after displays like these in season-defining moments, who's to say they won't receive offers they simply cannot refuse for his services this coming summer?

He showed great awareness and composure to stay onside, taking his time before ruthlessly converting Ziyech's pass in the box after 15 minutes, breaking the deadlock early on while causing indecision and confusion among Tottenham's backline.

Just like many of his teammates though, it wasn't creativity alone which stood out from his display. He completed two key passes and dribbles, but also won two aerial duels, interceptions, four tackles and a clearance too. Spurs struggled to handle him throughout and it was another excellent display by a fearless midfielder with nothing to lose.