Bleak Circumstances 2

The home crowd groaned, some burying their faces in their hands while others tried to rally their team with chants of encouragement.

[It's not over yet, but AZ Alkmaar have a mountain to climb now, especially with only ten men,] the co-commentator added, his tone tinged with sympathy.

As the Anzhi players celebrated near the corner flag, Zhirkov raised his arms to the traveling fans, his face alight with determination.

[What a moment for Zhirkov. That goal could be the difference,] the lead commentator said as the camera panned to the dejected faces of the AZ players.

The referee signaled for the restart, but the energy in the stadium had shifted.

[Can AZ Alkmaar find a way back into this? They've done it before, but this will take something special,] the co-commentator pondered.

Fweeeee!

The referee's whistle blew, signaling the restart.