Sevilla vs AS Roma final score, result (UEFA Europa League): Sevilla continue Europa supremacy

Sevilla vs AS Roma final score, result (UEFA Europa League): Sevilla clinched an unprecedented seventh Europa League title in a thrilling penalty shootout triumph against Jose Mourinho's Roma in Budapest.

By: Leey

06/01/2023 01:44

Sevilla vs AS Roma Highlights

The La Liga team has maintained a flawless record in UEFA Cup/Europa League finals, never experiencing defeat. In this particular final, the unassuming Jose Luis Mendilibar outperformed his old rival, Mourinho, despite the latter's impressive history in European finals. Roma took an early lead in the first half courtesy of a well-executed goal by Paulo Dybala, setting the stage for a tense match where a single goal could determine the outcome, reminiscent of Roma's victory in the previous season's Conference League final.

Sevilla vs AS Roma Highlights

However, Sevilla found a way back into the game after halftime when Gianluca Mancini unintentionally scored an own goal. This breathed new life into the contest as both teams settled in for a fierce battle. The referee, Anthony Taylor, became the center of attention as he handed out numerous yellow cards, prolonging the match into extra time.

As the tension mounted, neither side managed to secure a winning goal, leading to the inevitable lottery of penalty kicks as the clock struck midnight. Sevilla goalkeeper Yassine Bounou made crucial saves against Gianluca Mancini and Roger Ibanez, while his teammates maintained composure from the spot. Gonzalo Montiel, Argentina's World Cup-winning penalty taker, confidently converted his retaken penalty, causing the Sevilla fans to flood the Puskas Arena pitch in celebration.

Sevilla vs AS Roma Summary

Sevilla entered the match with the confidence of having won their last six final appearances in UEFA's second-tier club competition. The omens seemed to favor them as they aimed to secure their fifth UEFA Europa League (UEL) title in 10 years. However, facing last season's Europa Conference League (UECL) winners, Roma, presented a formidable challenge. It was the Italian side who squandered the first clear opportunity of the game, as Leonardo Spinazzola fired straight at Yassine Bounou from a promising position inside the box.

Given the significance of the fixture, it was expected that neither team would dominate proceedings in the cautious opening half-hour. However, as halftime approached, Roma intensified their efforts to break the deadlock, and they were soon celebrating a fantastic opening goal. Gianluca Mancini played a through pass to Paulo Dybala, who calmly composed himself and slotted a low finish beyond Bounou, giving Mourinho's side a well-deserved lead.

Sevilla vs AS Roma Summary

Sevilla, six-time winners of the competition, sprung into action after conceding and searched for an immediate response before the break. Ivan Rakitić struck a powerful shot that rattled against the base of the post, while the Roma defense stood strong under pressure. Despite the setback, Sevilla emerged for the second half with renewed determination, and their improved performance paid off in the 55th minute. Jesús Navas delivered a splendid curling cross into the six-yard box, aiming for Youssef En-Nesyri, but it was Mancini who inadvertently redirected the ball into his own net, leveling the scores and bringing relief to the Sevilla camp.

With nothing to separate the teams in the final 20 minutes, Sevilla believed they had a golden opportunity to take the lead when referee Anthony Taylor awarded them a penalty after a clumsy challenge on Lucas Ocampos. However, after a VAR review, the decision was overturned, much to the disbelief of the Andalusian side. Fueled by a sense of injustice, Sevilla dominated possession in search of a late winner, while Bounou made a magnificent fingertip save to deny Andrea Belotti at the other end.

Grateful for the reprieve, Sevilla sought to regain control in extra time, but both teams struggled to create clear-cut chances in the attacking third. The lack of quality resulted in the match being decided by a penalty shootout. In a battle of nerves, Roma faltered first as Mancini's spot-kick struck Bounou's legs and Roger Ibañez hit the post. This provided Gonzalo Montiel with the opportunity to send Rui Patrício the wrong way and secure a historic seventh UEL title for Sevilla, establishing them as the true kings of the competition.

Flashscore Man of the Match: Yassine Bounou (Sevilla)

Sevilla vs AS Roma final score

	1H	2H	Final
Sevilla	0	1	1
AS Roma	1	0	1

Goals

Sevilla: Mancini (o.g.) (55')
AS Roma: Dybala (35')

Sevilla vs Roma penalty shootout

Sevilla	AS Roma
Ocampos - GOAL	Cristante - GOAL
Lamela - GOAL	Mancini - MISS
Rakitic - GOAL	Ibanez - MISS
Montiel - GOAL	—

Sevilla vs AS Roma confirmed line-ups

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Written by: Leey

Leey is the reporter for Betimate. She currently has a series of articles about football. She specializes in researching football data to come up with evaluations about the tournament and predictions about the matches.