Player Ratings as Real Madrid snatch 2-1 win against Ajax

Real Madrid's players celebrate their second goal during the UEFA Champions league round of 16 first leg football match between Ajax Amsterdam and Real Madrid at the Johan Cruijff ArenA on February 13, 2019. (Photo by EMMANUEL DUNAND / AFP) (Photo credit should read EMMANUEL DUNAND/AFP/Getty Images) /

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AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS – FEBRUARY 13: Marco Asensio of Real Madrid celebrates 2-1 during the UEFA Champions League match between Ajax v Real Madrid at the Johan Cruijff Arena on February 13, 2019 in Amsterdam Netherlands (Photo by David S. Bustamante/Soccrates/Getty Images) /

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Lucas Vazquez (60′) – 7

The man who should have started on the right wing showed exactly why as he came on in the 60-minute. His burst of energy helped slow down Ajax and keep them at bay. A reckless tackle had him see a yellow card but his support to Carvajal was required. It’s hard to see how the Spaniard does not start the return leg.

Marco Asensio – 8

Asensio hasn’t had an easy go this season as he battled with injuries. Coming on as a substitute in the previous two matches as well you could see the passion burning in his eyes as he helped out on both ends of the pitch. The grit and hard work paid off after scoring a late goal to give Madrid the 2-1 lead and a huge advantage

Mariano Diaz – 6

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