In a disappointing display, Ararat-Armenia lost 4-0 to Dutch side AZ Alkmaar on Thursday, marking their third straight defeat in the UEFA Europa League at the Vazgen Sargsyan Republican Stadium in Yerevan.
Ararat-Armenia faced a heavy defeat against Dutch club AZ Alkmaar, losing 4-0 on Thursday at the Vazgen Sargsyan Republican Stadium in Yerevan. This loss marks their third consecutive defeat in the UEFA Europa League phase, leaving the team struggling in the competition.
The match began with Valdemar Byskov scoring a free kick in the 21st minute, giving AZ Alkmaar an early lead. Just six minutes later, Weslley Patati extended the lead with his first goal. Patati showcased his prowess again in the 76th minute, scoring his second goal, before Mexx Meerdink sealed the match with a header three minutes later.
With this result, Ararat-Armenia remains at the bottom of their group, having played three matches without earning a single point. They have managed to score only two goals while conceding an alarming total of 11, highlighting their defensive struggles in the tournament. The team will need to regroup and focus on their next matches to turn their fortunes around in this prestigious European competition.