The De Kuip roared, a cauldron of noise as the sun dipped below Rotterdam's skyline on Sunday, November 25.
Feyenoord's red and white flags clashed with AZ Alkmaar's scarlet and white scarves in the stands, the 6:45 PM Eredivisie clash crackling with anticipation.
The pitch gleamed under floodlights, grass crisp, the air thick with the scent of beer and anticipation. Players lined up, boots scuffing the turf, faces set, as the referee checked his watch. Benjamin adjusted his shin guards, eyes scanning Feyenoord's defense.
In the commentary booth, Jon adjusted his headset, his voice warm but sharp, cutting through the stadium's din. [Welcome to De Kuip, folks! Jon here with Rob for Feyenoord versus AZ Alkmaar, a proper Eredivisie showdown. AZ Alkmaar are flying after that 2-1 win over Udinese, locking in their Europa League knockout spot, but Feyenoord's no pushover at home]
