Depleted Liverpool edge past Ajax to clinch top honors in Group D
Despite losing several first-team players to injury, Liverpool secured first place in Group D and a berth in the Champions League knockout stage Tuesday with a 1-0 win over Ajax.
Academy graduate Curtis Jones slotted home his first career Champions League goal in the 58th minute to seal the result.
| # | Team | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Liverpool | 4 | 0 | 1 | 12 |
| 2 | Atalanta | 2 | 2 | 1 | 8 |
| 3 | Ajax | 2 | 1 | 2 | 7 |
| 4 | Midtjylland | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
Second place in Group D is still very much up for grabs. Atalanta, who are currently one point ahead of Ajax, face the Dutch side in the final round of the group stage on Dec. 9. A draw will be enough for Atalanta to advance.
More to come.
