AZ Alkmaar suffered a heavy loss to Shakhtar Donetsk in the Conference League quarterfinals. The Alkmaarders failed to advance beyond a 0-0 scoreline in the first half, but in the second half they conceded three goals in twelve minutes. Brazilian player Isaque Silva remained motionless after a clumsy duel with Mees de Wit, but he was able to continue playing. AZ Alkmaar now awaits the return match in Alkmaar.