The intensity only grew as Anzhi Makhachkala came roaring back.
Samuel Eto'o dropped deep to receive a pass from Diarra, shrugging off Elm's challenge with ease.
With a quick turn, he threaded a pass through to Willian on the left flank, who surged towards the 18-yard box.
[Eto'o to Willian—this could be dangerous!] the lead commentator warned.
Marcellis closed in on him quickly and Willian immediately tried to curl a cross into the 18-yard, but his cross lacked elevation due to Marcellis' tight marking.
The ball rolled across the 6-yard box, allowing the goalkeeper to make a comfortable save.
[That's a wasted opportunity,] the co-commentator said, his tone tinged with disappointment. [Willian had time to pick his spot, but he didn't get enough behind it]
AZ Alkmaar responded yet again, this time with Benjamin at the heart of the action.
