The AFAS Stadion crackled with tension, the crowd's chants a relentless pulse as the 70th minute ticked over.
The scoreboard held at 1-1, AZ Alkmaar and Udinese locked in a fierce Europa League duel. The floodlights gleamed, the slick pitch alive with every sprint, every tackle.
AZ Alkmaar pushed forward. Maher scooped a loose ball, flicking it to Benjamin. The winger darted down the left, eyes fixed on Basta.
The Udinese wing-back braced, but Benjamin feinted right, then chopped left with a Snake Bite, leaving Basta lunging. The crowd erupted, scarves swirling.
[Tony's voice soared. Benjamin's got him again! Basta's chasing shadows!]
[Jack clapped, mic crackling. He's unstoppable, Tony! Udinese can't cope!]
Benjamin slipped it to Martens, who darted inside, drawing Pinzi out. The captain rolled it back to Maher, hovering near the 18 yard box. Maher took a touch, spotting Altidore breaking free from Danilo's grip.
