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Sevilla champions again

Sevilla became only the second side in history to win the UEFA Cup in consecutive seasons, thanks to their thrilling win on penalties over Espanyol at Hampden Park. Bet Asia takes a look at tonight’s final and associated betting markets.

Adriano put Sevilla ahead with a blistering run and finish but Riera soon equalised with a deflected shot, Riera almost scored a second but Riera pulled off an incredible save to deny him. Moises received a second yellow with 20 minutes to play as the underdogs went down to 10 men, Sevilla made it show, dominating the final passage of play but Espanyol held out for extra time. Kanoute put the champions ahead and it looked all over but Jonatas slammed home a 25 yard effort with just a few minutes remaining. The game went to penalties where Sevilla keeper Palop was the hero (later named man of the match) and Sevilla won the shoot out 3-1.

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Sevilla still have the possibility of winning the treble, they will now look forward to the Copa del Rey final against Getafe and trying to win the Primera League title (they are currently two points off the lead). Sevilla can be backed to win La Liga at a best price of 12.50 (23/2) with Betfair.

Posted on 16 May 2007