Ajax was one of the highlights of the group stage of the Champions League of 2021/22. The team qualified for the round of 16 in first place in group C, with 100% success. For that, the Dutch counted on the great phase of striker Antony.
In five games, the former player of São Paulo scored two goals and gave five assists. According to Footstats, the 21-year-old athlete needed just 58 minutes to participate in a goal. Antony submitted 16 times (seven on target) and hit six dribbles.
This Tuesday, another São Paulo base player also stood out. David Neres scored one of Ajax’s goals in the 4-2 victory against Sporting. Haller, Antony and Berghuis noted the other goals for the Dutch.
Ajax will meet their opponents in the Round of 16 of the Champions League next Monday, when the draw will take place.
Leader of the Dutch Championship, Ajax will face AZ, for the 16th round, this Sunday, at the Johan Cruijff Arena.
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