Real owe it to VAR

Ajax 1 Real Madrid 2 REAL MADRID owed a debt of gratitude to VAR for a lucky win in Amsterdam.

The Dutch side played superbly but had a Nicolas Tagliafico goal ruled out by the first-ever Champions League video assistant referee consultation.

“I think it was the right decision, when it happened I thought maybe offside,” Real goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois said.

Holders Real took the lead when Karim Benzema blasted into the top corner following fine work by Brazilian Vinicius junior.

Hakim Ziyech levelled from 10 yards but Marco Asensio (above) scored the winner from Dani Carvajal’s cross.

Ajax sub Kasper Dolberg missed a big chance in injury time as he slipped while shooting in the box.