We don't have confirmed lineups or formations from the brief, but we can paint a fair picture. Utrecht, at home, will likely set up in a compact shape, maybe a 4-3-3 or a 4-2-3-1, looking to stay solid and hit on the break. They'll lean on the Galgenwaard crowd, but that Sevilla defeat showed they can be vulnerable against quality opposition. AZ, under their usual setup, will likely press high and dominate possession. They're not a team that sits back — they'll look to knife through the lines with quick combinations and exploit the half-spaces.

The midfield battle will be crucial. AZ's double pivot will look to control the tempo, while Utrecht's midfielders will have to work tirelessly to close down space. If AZ can win the second balls and dictate the rhythm, Utrecht will be chasing shadows. Set pieces could also be a factor — AZ are dangerous from dead balls, and Utrecht's defence will need to be alert. Expect AZ to have the lion's share of the ball, with Utrecht trying to stay compact and hit on the counter. But AZ's pressing trap could force errors in Utrecht's build-up play.