Tottenham Hotspur is set to face AZ Alkmaar in the first leg of their Europa League last-16 tie at AFAS Stadion. Spurs secured a strong position, finishing fourth in the league phase, while AZ had to navigate through playoffs after finishing 19th. Despite a tough domestic league performance, AZ is focused on this opportunity, aiming for their first quarterfinal berth since 2014. Theyâve scored well in the competition this season but will miss key players due to injuries. This matchup presents AZ a chance to improve their record against English clubs.
Tottenham Hotspur travels to the Netherlands facing AZ Alkmaar, who are aiming to reach the Europa League quarterfinals for the first time since 2013-14.
AZ Alkmaar has scored 19 goals in the Europa League this season, aiming to exceed 20 goals in a single European campaign for the first time since 2006/07.
AZ will miss key player Sven Mijnans due to injury, but will rely on Zico Buurmeester to step up as the central attacking midfielder.
Despite struggling against English teams, AZ aims to turn their fortunes around in the first leg against Spurs, a crucial tie for their European ambitions.
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