Jose Mourinho’s Roma Triumphs, Securing Spot In Europa League Finals. Edoardo Bove’s decisive goal propels the Italian side to a 1-0 victory in the first leg, securing their advancement. Despite Moussa Diaby’s near miss hitting the crossbar for Xabi Alonso’s team in the second leg’s first half, they were unable to break through.
In the upcoming match, Roma will face off against six-time champion Sevilla. Sevilla earned their place by defeating Juventus 2-1 in extra time, thus preventing an all-Italian final. Roma secures their spot in the final, set to take place in Budapest on May 31st. Notably, Mourinho has an impeccable track record, having won all five of his previous European finals, including last season’s Europa Conference League with Roma.
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Roma: About The Last Match
The Dutch team, seeking to replicate their 2002 UEFA Cup victory, initially dominated possession but struggled to generate meaningful chances. They suffered the consequences when Zaniolo controlled a cross from Roger Ibanez and scored, granting Roma the lead. Towards the end of the first half, Feyenoord had their first significant opportunities with attempts from Kokcu and Dessers, but former Wolves goalkeeper Rui Patricio dealt with them comfortably.
Feyenoord carried their momentum into the second half and came close to equalizing as Roma’s defender Gianluca Mancini unintentionally deflected a short corner onto his post, which Patricio saved. Patricio continued to impress, making a crucial save by tipping Geertruida’s powerful shot onto the post. A potentially decisive moment unfolded in the 54th minute when Tammy Abraham appeared to be fouled by the last defender, Marcos Senesi, as he attempted to break through, but the referee took no action.
In the closing minutes, the impressive Smalling blocked shots from Kokcu and Dessers near the edge of the box. Roma’s Pellegrini came close to securing a second goal, while Feyenoord missed a golden opportunity to equalize in injury time when Linssen failed to convert from close range.
As the final whistle resounded in Tirana, Mourinho celebrated by raising five fingers to the sky, symbolizing his previous European triumphs.
