Ange Postecoglou and Tottenham won't have to wait too much longer to discover their Europa League round of 16 opponents. Having secured a top-eight finish in the league phase, Spurs have been given a rare breather and the opportunity to watch on at a time when others are fighting it out for a place in the last 16 of the competition.

Spurs drew former academy striker Troy Parrott and Eredivisie side AZ Alkmaar in the upcoming Round of 16, a home and home series that will take place on March 6 and March 13. That’s probably the more favorable draw for Spurs compared to Real Sociedad,