Andre Onana kept a clean sheet while Hakim Ziyech got an assist in Ajax 2-0 defeat of FC Groningen 2-0 on Saturday evening.
Second half strikes from Lisandro Martinez and Klaas-Jan Huntelaar sealed victory for Erik ten Hag’s men against the visitors who were reduced to 10 men.
Ajax were dominant but impressive goalkeeping from Sergio Padt ensured that the first half ended 0-0.
In the 18th minute, Ziyech had a chance to put the Lancers ahead but his shot was saved by goalkeeper Padt. Another chance beckoned eight minutes later, but he missed target.