Conference League semi-final Liveblog: Fiorentina vs. Real Betis
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Join us for all the build-up and action as it happens from the Conference League, as Fiorentina must beat Real Betis to reach their third consecutive Final.
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It kicks off at the Stadio Artemio Franchi at 20.00 UK time (19.00 GMT, 21.00 CET).
The first leg was a 2-1 defeat for the Viola in Seville, so any victory by one clear goal here would force extra time and perhaps even penalties.
Unfortunately, they won't have the same passionate atmosphere for home advantage because the stadium is undergoing reconstruction work and attendance is severely limited.
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