Ajax 1-1 Juventus: David Neres cancels out Cristiano Ronaldo's diving header as the Old Lady gain crucial away goal following stalemate in Amsterdam By Press Association Published: 21:51 BST, 10 April 2019 | Updated: 21:51 BST, 10 April 2019 Viewcomments Advertisement Cristiano Ronaldo leapt to the call for Juventus in Amsterdam with a powerful diving header to give his side the away goal advantage, though David Neres ensured Ajax remain firmly in this finely poised tie. Ugly scenes prior to kick-off had threatened to spoil the occasion, after over 100 visiting supporters were detained by police. On the pitch however, Juve took their time getting into strides. Ajax asked questions in the opening stages, buoyed by the belief pouring down from the stands. On the cusp of half-time however, their optimism would take a hit. Talisman Ronaldo expertly timed a run into the area, before leaping to connect with the in-swinging cross of fellow Portugal international Joao Cancelo to nod home from close range. A quick re-shake for the hosts at the interval saw Ajax blaze out for the second 45, immediately stealing possession and scoring on the counter through Neres - who picked out the far corner after curling the ball across from the left. Juventus goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny was left clasping thin air as David Neres curled Ajax level early in the second half The 22-year-old Brazilian made the Johan Cruyff erupt with noise after leveling the scoreline in Amsterdam The home supporters were in raptures as Neres stood before them after scoring Ajax's equalising goal Earlier, Juve talisman Cristiano Ronaldo had timed a perfect run to arrive in the area and connect with Joao Cancelo's cross Ronaldo lunged through the air near the six-yard line to make expert contact with the in-swinging delivery The Portuguese superstar kept his eyes fixed on the ball while bracing himself for a landing on the turf Ronaldo span upon impact and was left on his back as the ball beat the goalkeeper and nestled into the bottom corner The former Real Madrid star rolled over in time to see his effort ripple the back of the next and put Juventus in front Ronaldo raced off to the corner before leaping into the air in trademark style and performing his iconic celebration The strike marked the 125th Champions League goal for the 34-year-old superstar who appears to get better with age Share or comment on this article: All rights reserved for this news site dailymail and under his responsibility