Twente couldn't believe it. Their players had their hands on their heads, staring at the AZ Alkmaar goalkeeper in frustration.
Boschker, all the way from his goal, was waving them forward. Time was slipping away.
[They're running out of time,] Erik said. [This has to be one of their last chances.]
Twente played the corner short again, hoping to catch AZ Alkmaar off guard. Tadić faked a cross, then darted inside, creating space before whipping in a curling delivery.
Bjelland rose above everyone but his header flashed wide!
[Another missed chance!] Ronald groaned. [They just can't find the target!]
The AZ Alkmaar fans erupted in celebration. They knew that had to be the last real threat.
Alvarado took his time with the goal kick. He adjusted his socks, looked around, let the clock run down just a little more before launching it long.
