Guðmundsson retrieved the loose ball near the right sideline, his first touch smooth as he turned and drove forward.
With a quick glance, he spotted Beerens making a darting run into the 18 yard box. The winger wasted no time, curling in a teasing cross between the defense and goalkeeper.
[That's a dangerous ball in—]
Beerens stretched, getting the faintest of touches, but Nienhuis reacted quickly, smothering the ball before it could roll towards goal.
[Good goalkeeping there,] the co-commentator said. [He had to be sharp because that was almost the perfect delivery from Guðmundsson]
[AZ Alkmaar looking lively in these early stages of the first half. You feel it's only a matter of time before they break through]
Nienhuis booted the ball long, hoping to relieve some pressure. Kolder challenged in the air, flicking it on toward Bannink, but Lam read it well, stepping in front to win possession.
Without hesitation, he passed to Overtoom, who instantly turned and drove forward.
