ZWOLLE, Netherlands (Interstat) — AZ advanced in the KNVB Beker Women on Wednesday with a 3-1 comeback victory over PEC Zwolle W at MAC³PARK Stadion. The win was an upset against statistical projections.

PEC Zwolle W opened the scoring in the 43rd minute through forward Koen Kostons. AZ, however, dominated the second half with substitutes providing all three goals. Sven Mijnans scored twice in the 53rd and 82nd minutes before Ibrahim Sadiq added a third in second-half stoppage time. Sadiq also recorded an assist.

Both Sadiq and PEC Zwolle W’s Nick Fichtinger received yellow cards in the aftermath of the final goal. AZ improved to 1-0 in the tournament, while PEC Zwolle W fell to 0-1.