Real Betis secured their place in the final of a major European tournament for the first time, defeating Fiorentina 4-3 on aggregate. After losing the first leg 2-1, Betis equalized in Italy despite falling behind early. Antony's brilliant free kick opened the scoring, and though Fiorentina rallied with two goals from Robin Gosens, a decisive goal from Abde Ezzalzouli in extra time sealed victory. Betis will now face Chelsea in the final at Stadion Wrocaw on May 28.
Abde Ezzalzouli smashed home Antony's driven cross in extra time to send Real Betis into a first major European final at the expense of Fiorentina.
The winning moment came via a swift counter attack as Antony dashed down the right wing before laying a perfect assist into the path of Ezzalzouli.
Antony, on loan from Manchester United, opened the scoring with a wonderful, arcing free kick after 30 minutes, significantly contributing to the match's outcome.
However, Fiorentina tired as the match wore on, eventually being undone in extra time by a moment of quality on the counter.
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