Jan Vertonghen was very strong against Ajax. “We weren’t the best team, but we were more efficient. We defended our box very well. We are strong during stagnant phases. We have benefited from that.” Darwin Núñez nodded the 0-1 past a blundering Onana.
“Ajax have great players,” Vertonghen continued, “but as a team we did well. For that we were rewarded with a place in the quarterfinals. There are only big clubs. Who do I want to avoid? In the group stage it turned out that Bayern don’t really suit us (two defeats, ed.).”
Source: Het Nieuwsblad