AZ Alkmaar vs Tottenham Hotspur official line ups | OneFootball

Later on this evening, Spurs begin the second part of their UEFA Europa League adventure, as they lock horns with Eredivise side, AZ Alkmaar, in the Netherlands. The game kicks off at 17:45 GMT, which is once again a shame for those of us whom watch the Chase.

How both teams line up over in the Netherlands this evening

Nevertheless, for the task at hand, Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou has opted for the following XI; Vicario; Spence, Gray, Danso, Udogie; Bergvall, Bentancur, Maddison; Johnson, Tel, Son.

Meanwhile, the bench consists of the following; Austin, Whiteman, Porro, Romero, van de Ven, Bissouma, Sarr, Moore, Odobert, Scarlett, Solanke.

In the other corner, AZ have gone for an XI of; Owuso-Oduro; Maikuma, Goes, Penetra, Moller Wolfe; Koopmeiners, Clasie, Buurmeester; Poku, Parrott, Lahdo.

Ange makes two changes to the side that lost at home to Manchester City, with Spence and Son coming in for Porro and Odobert. We knew Kulusevski wouldn't be available for the game, with the Sweden captain out until after the international break.

It is great to see all three of van de Ven, Romero, and Solanke back in the match day squad. The bench is beginning to look so much better than it has for large periods of this season to date. It is also good to see that all three players have not been rushed straight back into the starting XI. Perhaps we will see second half cameos.

It will be first ever Europa League appearances for winter signings Danso and Tel - as well as Spence, whom was not registered for the league phase campaign.

For an away game, even against a lesser opponent - that is quite an attacking midfield three. Let's hope it does not backfire defensively - no doubt it has potential to cause AZ problems going forward.

As for the hosts, well we all expected to see Parrott starting. He played 90 minutes when the two sides met in the league phase, though he was unable to make an impact - and only had one shot throughout.

No underestimating the opponents, but this is a huge opportunity for Spurs. It is crucial to get a win tonight, and make sure that AZ do not have anything to hold onto in the second leg. Ideally by then, the likes of van de Ven, Romero, and Solanke will be available to start the game. In theory, a week after being on the bench - they should be able to - but we know how their seasons have gone so far.