Real Betis vs Chelsea

Stadion Wrocław forms the backdrop for a highly anticipated UEFA Conference League final between Real Betis and Chelsea. 

Betis went to great lengths to eliminate back-to-back Conference League finalists Fiorentina in the semi-finals, setting up their maiden appearance in a European final. Eager to become the first Spanish side to lift this trophy, Manuel Pellegrini’s charges head into proceedings amid a disappointing run of no win from their last five competitive matches (D4, L1). Spelling further trouble is Betis’ dismal record against English clubs in continental action (W1, D1, L6), though their only win came against none other than Chelsea. Yet, Los Verdiblancos failed to score more than once in all eight matches. However, delivering action from the get-go, Pellegrini’s charges have opened the scoring in 12 of their 13 Conference League outings, highlighting the potential for a quick-fire start. 

On the other hand, Chelsea could become the second Premier League club to conquer Europe’s third-tier competition after West Ham. Fresh off securing Champions League qualification via a top-five finish in England’s top flight, Enzo Maresca’s men will be out to uphold a near-perfect Conference League record this season (W11, L1) and rewrite the history books. Indeed, the Blues could become the first-ever side to win all five major UEFA competition titles. Adding to Chelsea’s confidence, they’ve won their last four European finals and will be looking to make it five on the trot in their 52nd continental meeting with Spanish opposition. The London giants have been ruthless in front of goal, shattering Fiorentina’s record for the most goals scored in one Conference League season (38).