Real Betis edges Fiorentina 2-1 in Europa Conference League semi-final

Real Betis secured a 2-1 victory over Fiorentina in the first leg of their Europa Conference League semi-final, with on-loan Manchester United winger Antony scoring a decisive volley to double Betis' lead. Abde Ezzalzouli had opened the scoring for Betis early in the match after VAR confirmed his goal, while Fiorentina’s Luca Ranieri later pulled one back for the visitors. Despite several late chances, including a near miss from Robin Gosens, Fiorentina was unable to equalize, ending their nine-match unbeaten run. The win gives Betis a narrow advantage heading into the second leg in Florence, where Fiorentina will look to overturn the deficit and reach the final. The winner of this tie is likely to face Chelsea, who took a commanding 4-1 lead over Djurgarden in the other semi-final first leg. Antony's strong performance continues his productive loan spell, contributing significantly to Betis' European campaign.