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Thrilling Encounter in Tampere Ends in Draw Between Ilves and AZ Alkmaar
Tampere, Finland – In a vibrant match held at the Tammelan Stadion, Ilves and AZ Alkmaar drew in a goal-laden and emotional encounter corresponding to the second qualifying round of the UEFA Europa Conference League. The match, officiated by Italian referee Matteo Marcenaro, was a display of intensity from the initial whistle.
Ilves surprised early on with a goal from R. Riski in the 8th minute, assisted by M. Rale. However, AZ Alkmaar quickly responded with a goal from T. Parrott in the 16th minute, assisted by K. Smit. The first half continued with intensity, marked by yellow cards for W. Goes of AZ Alkmaar and P. Koopmeiners. Just before halftime, R. Riski appeared again for Ilves, scoring his second goal of the night with an assist from V. Ulundu.
The second half was a whirlwind of action. S. Mijnans equalized for AZ Alkmaar in the 61st minute, thanks to an assist from T. Parrott. Ilves responded promptly, with A. Akinyemi scoring in the 68th minute, assisted by M. Soderback, and M. Soderback extending the lead in the 71st minute, with a pass from M. Stjopin. Just when it seemed Ilves would take the victory, M. Meerdink scored for AZ Alkmaar in the 90th minute, assisted by S. Mijnans, sealing the final draw.
Despite having only 35% possession, Ilves proved lethal in front of goal, with 7 of their 14 shots going on target. AZ Alkmaar dominated possession with 65%, but only managed to convert 8 of their 23 shots into goals. The match was characterized by its intensity, reflected in the seven fouls committed by Ilves and the eight by AZ Alkmaar, who also received two yellow cards.
Final Score: Ilves 5 – AZ Alkmaar 5
Substitutions ilves: at minute 52 O. Tiitinen came in and O. Multala went out., at minute 62 R. Riski came in and A. Akinyemi went out., at minute 62 V. Ulundu came in and A. Raymond went out., at minute 74 A. Maenpaa came in and T. Miettunen went out., at minute 74 M. Stjopin came in and J. Kilo went out.
Substitutions az alkmaar: at minute 58 J. Clasie came in and S. Mijnans went out., at minute 73 T. Parrott came in and M. Meerdink went out., at minute 73 R. Daal came in and I. Jensen went out., at minute 73 K. Smit came in and Z. Buurmeester went out., at minute 78 M. Dekker came in and Penetra went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
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AZ Alkmaar
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