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RTÉ News
22-04-2025
- Sport
- RTÉ News
Troy Parrott on target in Dutch Cup final but AZ Alkmaar suffer agonising loss
Troy Parrott slotted his 20th goal of the season from a re-taken penalty but AZ Alkmaar suffered disappointment against Go Ahead Eagles in a dramatic Dutch Cup final in Rotterdam. The Dubliner had given Alkmaar the lead from the penalty spot on the 54th minute - albeit only after a stroke of fortune. His initial penalty effort was saved but was offered a second chance after a VAR review determined that Eagles defender Mathis Suray had encroached in the penalty area too early before clearing the rebound. Parrott made no mistake on the second attempt, sending the keeper the wrong way. He was forced off with injury shortly afterwards but his strike appeared to have settled the contest until deep in injury time, when the Eagles were awarded a 99th minute penalty, converted by captain Mats Deijl. After a goalless extra-time period, there was agony for Alkmaar in the shootout as misses from Zico Burmeester and Mayckel Lahdo saw the Eagles claim their first ever Cup victory.
Yahoo
07-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Alkmaar, the Cheese Town Where Spurs Couldn't Cut It.
The Qooligan doesn't normally follow the UEFA Europa League, but today the soccer gods delivered unto me a result so incredibly pungent that I had no choice but to put down some words. Today was the first leg of the Europa League's Round of 16 stage. Eight of these teams were well-rested, having earned a bye from the qualification round by finishing in the top spots. The others had to fight and scrum in a two-game knockout stage. Tottenham, to my surprise, were the former. Alkmaar (who finished in 19th place) had to take on Turkey's Galatasaray, whom they beat 6 – 3 on aggregate. The 900ish Spurs fans who crossed the channel had some high expectations, and rightly so. A number of players were returning from injury (Dominic Solanke, Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven). Manager Ange Postecoglou has a remarkable track record winning trophies in his second year. And with a squad valuation nearly 11x greater than the opposition, Spurs (despite their woeful EPL campaign so far) should be showing a group of jumped up cheesemongers who's got the cheddar. Tottenham's baby-faced Lucas Bergvall did his best to amputate fellow Swede Mayckel Lahdo's foot at the ankle in the 7th minute, forcing the hosts into an early substitution and removing an attacking threat. So it was perfect kismet that ten minutes later Bergvall whiffed a clearance off his shin and into his own net. Adding to the irony… the Alkmaar player who made the cross was Spurs academy graduate Tony Parrott. You can't make this up. Spurs goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario gave Bergvall a reassuring head pat, then tried to get the sliver of supporters fired up. But they were having none of it. His remonstration was met with stony silence. To be fair, if it was not for Vicario, Spurs would've returned to London down three, maybe, four goals. He made some big-time stops. Tottenham's starting XI looked like they'd spent too much time wolfing down samples off the cheese market tour that makes Alkmaar a hot tourist destination. Indeed, the look on Ange's face throughout much of the match was that of a lactose-intolerant diner after consuming a pot of fondue. I won't really delve too much into this match, except to say that Tottenham were wretched. Mathys Tel didn't survive past the first 45. They mustered only a single shot on target off six efforts, despite having 60% possession. No substitute Ange put in (Wilson Odobert, Dominic Solanke, Pedro Porro, Pape Sarr) made a difference. Oh, and Tottenham lost 1 – 0. I have to get this out of my system… AZ Alkmaar should consider rebranding as the Alkmaar Hotcurds. AZ Alkmaar have to be feeling confident facing Spurs next week a-whey. You could say this was a gouda result for Alkmaar.
Yahoo
28-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Spurs manager issues latest fitness update ahead of busy schedule
Tottenham Hotspur approach a pivotal stretch in March with lingering injury concerns that could define their Europa League campaign and Premier League top-four push. After a winter-long injury crisis disrupted their momentum and added pressure on Ange Postecoglou, Spurs have seen some relief in recent weeks. However, crucial players remain sidelined ahead of their trip to AZ Alkmaar in the Europa League last-16 first leg. Here is the latest Spurs injury update, including return timelines for key players. The Dutch centre-back has endured a stop-start season, managing only two appearances since suffering a hamstring injury against Manchester City in October. A setback against Chelsea and a cautious recovery approach have prolonged his absence. While Postecoglou initially hoped for a return in time for the AZ Alkmaar tie, he has now indicated that Van de Ven is more likely to feature in the second leg, with a better chance of returning for Bournemouth in the Premier League beforehand. 'He should definitely be back for the second leg, there's an outside chance for the first.' Potential return date: March 9, vs Bournemouth (H) Romero's injury situation mirrors Van de Ven's. The Argentine defender sustained a quad injury in December, attempting a premature return in the 4-3 defeat to Chelsea. His recovery has taken longer than initially expected, but a positive scan last week suggests he is nearing full fitness. Postecoglou has placed him in the same category as Van de Ven—an outside chance for Alkmaar, but a more realistic return against Bournemouth. Potential return date: March 9, vs Bournemouth (H) Solanke was expected to miss six weeks after sustaining a knee injury in late January, but Postecoglou has confirmed that his recovery is ahead of schedule. Despite this, he is likely to be managed cautiously. The £65 million signing is also grouped with Van de Ven and Romero in terms of return dates, with a slight possibility of featuring in Alkmaar but a greater likelihood of playing against Bournemouth or in the second leg at home. Potential return date: March 9, vs Bournemouth (H) or March 13, vs AZ Alkmaar (H) The Brazilian forward suffered a calf injury during the Carabao Cup semi-final second-leg defeat to Liverpool and has been sidelined since. His timeline follows a similar pattern to Solanke, making him another doubt for Alkmaar but a probable returnee for the Bournemouth clash. Potential return date: March 9, vs Bournemouth (H) or March 13, vs AZ Alkmaar (H) Davies has missed Spurs' last two matches due to an unspecified knock but is expected to return in time for the first leg against AZ Alkmaar. Postecoglou confirmed the Welshman was not risked against Manchester City to ensure he is fully fit for the demanding run ahead. 'This is a key period and I want as many players in the best possible condition. After this game, we have a seven-day break before huge fixtures, so there was no need to push him.' Potential return date: March 6, vs AZ Alkmaar (A) Romanian centre-back Radu Dragusin is out for the season after undergoing surgery on an ACL injury sustained against Elfsborg in the Europa League. Potential return date: Next season
Yahoo
20-02-2025
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- Yahoo
Dybala double sends Roma to Europa League last 16 as Alkmaar also advances
Paulo Dybala struck twice in four minutes as Roma beat Porto 3-2 to reach the Europa League round of 16 on Thursday. Dybala returned from a knee injury sustained in the first-leg 1-1 draw a week ago in Portugal, and Roma advanced on a 4-3 aggregate score. Porto went ahead thanks to Samu's acrobatic volley over his shoulder to take a 2-1 aggregate lead but Dybala started the comeback with an equalizer in the 35th with a left-footed shot inside the far post. The second clinical finish came from inside the area to the near post. Porto's hopes were dented when Stephen Eustáquio was sent off after getting a red card only six minutes into the second half. Substitute Niccolò Pisilli added the third before another substitute Devyne Rensch's own goal in stoppage time. Roma, the 2022 Conference League champion, will next play either Lazio or Bilbao. Alkmaar advanced after a 2-2 draw with Galatasaray that saw the Dutch club reach the next round on a 6-3 aggregate score. Alkmaar got goals from Seiya Maikuma and Denso Kasius before Victor Osimhen struck for the Istanbul club. Roland Sallai's equalizer salvaged at least a draw on the night for the hosts. Alkmaar is set to face either Manchester United or Tottenham next. Romanian team FCSB beat PAOK 2-0 to progress on a 4-1 aggregate score. Three goals in stoppage time sent the match between Bodø/Glimt and Dutch side Twente to extra time after the hosts were leading 3-2 after a 2-1 loss in the first leg. Four more teams to advance will be determined later Thursday. ___ AP soccer: Karel Janicek, The Associated Press
Associated Press
20-02-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
Dybala double sends Roma to Europa League last 16 as Alkmaar also advances
Paulo Dybala struck twice in four minutes as Roma beat Porto 3-2 to reach the Europa League round of 16 on Thursday. Dybala returned from a knee injury sustained in the first-leg 1-1 draw a week ago in Portugal, and Roma advanced on a 4-3 aggregate score. Porto went ahead thanks to Samu's acrobatic volley over his shoulder to take a 2-1 aggregate lead but Dybala started the comeback with an equalizer in the 35th with a left-footed shot inside the far post. The second clinical finish came from inside the area to the near post. Porto's hopes were dented when Stephen Eustáquio was sent off after getting a red card only six minutes into the second half. Substitute Niccolò Pisilli added the third before another substitute Devyne Rensch's own goal in stoppage time. Roma, the 2022 Conference League champion, will next play either Lazio or Bilbao. Alkmaar advanced after a 2-2 draw with Galatasaray that saw the Dutch club reach the next round on a 6-3 aggregate score. Alkmaar got goals from Seiya Maikuma and Denso Kasius before Victor Osimhen struck for the Istanbul club. Roland Sallai's equalizer salvaged at least a draw on the night for the hosts. Alkmaar is set to face either Manchester United or Tottenham next. Romanian team FCSB beat PAOK 2-0 to progress on a 4-1 aggregate score. Three goals in stoppage time sent the match between Bodø/Glimt and Dutch side Twente to extra time after the hosts were leading 3-2 after a 2-1 loss in the first leg. Four more teams to advance will be determined later Thursday. ___
