Lewis Schouten, a 22-year-old defender, has spoken about his journey at AZ, where he has become a regular player. The Alkmaarder has spoken about the lessons he has learned from Michel Breuer and the influence of his father, who played for the club. Schouten has been a supporter of AZ since he was young and has now grown into a key player for the team.

AZ's recent form has been a concern for the club's supporters, with the team not winning a competitive match since the international break. They suffered a 1-0 defeat to Ajax on Saturday, leaving them with just one point from their last four matches. AZ are currently fifth in the league table, having previously been a top contender.