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Dortmund were furious at English referee Michael Oliver's decision to send off Hummels in the first half, which they insisted was too harsh. Victory means Ajax are now guaranteed a place in the knockout rounds, with a six-point lead over both Dortmund and second-placed Sporting Lisbon, who thrashed Besiktas 4-0.
Ajax's performance against Villarreal showcased their resilience, culminating in Edvardsen's dramatic late strike. The match seemed to be slipping away from Ajax, especially after they fell behind early in the second half.
Oliver Edvardsen scores a late winner as Ajax come from behind to beat Villarreal and keep alive their hopes of reaching the Champions League play-offs.
Ajax came from behind to beat Villarreal to claim their first Champions League win of the season.Villarreal looked set for their first win of the campaign when Tani Oluwaseyi volleyed the ball home
Highlights of the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD7 match between Villarreal CF and AFC Ajax at Estadio de la Ceramica in Villarreal, Spain.