🏆 Betis-Chelsea: ultras clash, Antony v Maresca, fiery atmosphere 🔥
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Tonight, someone will win their first trophy in Europe and someone will complete their trophy cabinet. The Conference League Final between Betis and Chelsea, regardless of the outcome, is a date with history.The Spaniards, by winning, would raise their first European cup to the sky. The Blues, on the other hand, could add the Conference to the Champions, Europa League, and Cup Winners' Cup. A unique record that has no equal.
Real Betis-Chelsea also means Antony against Maresca, the two cover men of this challenge. The Brazilian, reborn in Spain thanks to Pellegrini's care, is as if he's rediscovering his past (the Premier) and is called to yet another test of strength to reaffirm that he's back.
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The Italian coach, on the other hand, has the opportunity to prove that he can sit at the table of the greats at his first, real, chance. Chelsea speaks his language and after securing Champions League qualification, they have every desire to return to rejoicing for a trophy that has been missing since the 21/22 season (UEFA Super Cup).
In Breslavia, the city hosting this year's Conference final, there have been some clashes between fans. The city center was taken by storm: broken glasses, chairs thrown, and smoke bombs made it necessary for the police to intervene.
👊BATALLA CAMPAL EN ESTOS MOMENTOS EN BRESLAVIA 🤦 Ultras Betis vs Hooligans Chelsea@ChelseaFC @RealBetis pic.twitter.com/pAiBB7RYz5
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Only the use of tear gas by the riot police brought order back to the city. The situation now seems to be under control, but it's forbidden to let your guard down: the atmosphere in Poland is boiling.
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