European football has returned! After a well-deserved week off, Tottenham Hotspur head back to the Netherlands to face a familiar foe: AZ Alkmaar, home of Troy Parrott (and previously Mousa Dembele), a side Spurs took on in the Europa League group stage.
That match was a hard-fought victory for Spurs, with the margin a single goal, somewhat of a rarity this season. It was a heavily rotated side that took the points that day; this time out, expect Ange Postecoglou to name a much stronger lineup. With returns nearing for Dom Solanke, Micky van de Ven, and Cristian Romero (there’s an international break soon, guys), Ange will potentially have a few more resources at his disposal than in recent weeks.
With Spurs out of the running for all other trophies, this is really the sole opportunity for this side to make its mark as well. These aren’t throwaway matches for rotation any longer; it’s time for things to get serious.
COYS!
Lineups
Lineups will be posted closer to kick-off.
Live Blog
How to Watch
AZ Alkmaar vs. Tottenham Hotspur
AFAS Stadion, Alkmaar, Netherlands
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Time: 12:45 p.m. ET, 5:45 p.m. UK
TV: Not televised in USA, TNT Sports 3 (UK). Check international listings at livesoccertv.com
Streaming: Paramount+
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