17 April 2014 - Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán Stadium, Seville, Spain
The journey to Seville for the Europa League quarterfinal second leg carried with it the weight of history and the promise of a continental semifinal. The 1-1 first leg result with its crucial away goal had provided hope, but the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán Stadium was one of European football's most intimidating venues, and Sevilla's experience on home soil would test every aspect of Utrecht's development as a team capable of competing at the continent's absolute highest level.
The week between the two legs had been filled with tactical refinement and mental preparation, with the coaching staff working to ensure readiness for the different challenges that away fixtures at elite venues presented. The Sánchez-Pizjuán's capacity of 43,000 and passionate supporters would create an atmosphere unlike anything experienced during their European journey.
