Tottenham Hotspur turned around their fortunes in the UEFA Europa League with a convincing 3-1 victory over AZ Alkmaar, securing their spot in the quarter-finals with a 3-2 aggregate score. The win was propelled by a standout performance from Wilson Odobert, who netted two goals, along with a crucial contribution from James Maddison. This comeback comes on the heels of a disappointing first-leg performance in the Netherlands, where Spurs fell short.

In front of a lively home crowd at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Odobert opened the scoring in the 26th minute to level the aggregate score, injecting confidence into the Spurs squad. Maddison quickly followed suit, scoring just after the break, giving Tottenham a two-goal cushion. Although AZ's Teun Koopmeiners pulled one back in the 63rd minute, Odobert's second goal secured the victory, highlighting his potential as a rising star for the club.

Manager Ange Postecoglou expressed satisfaction with the team's response after the first leg, emphasizing the importance of character and resilience. He praised the mix of experienced players and young talents, noting how crucial it was to have a strong lineup back on the pitch. With this win, Spurs will now face Eintracht Frankfurt in the next round, as they aim to maintain their pursuit of silverware this season. The performance against AZ Alkmaar not only revitalizes their European campaign but also instills a renewed belief among the squad as they look to build on this momentum.