The final of Europa League is set! And it will be played between two teams looking for their first European title. A Atalantawhich dispatched the Olympique de Marseilleand the Bayer Leverkusenwhich almost saw its unbeaten record fall, but sought a 2-2 draw with Pomegranateand won 4-2 on aggregate.
The Bergamo team, which had drawn in the first leg, just needed a simple victory this Thursday (9). And it wasn’t difficult to make it 3-0, with goals from Lookman, Ruggeri and Touré and guarantee themselves in the first continental final in their history.
The Germans, who had a two-goal lead after the first game, suffered a lot and ended up losing 2-0 at home. However, like many other moments in the season, showed strength and sought a drawthus maintaining an incredible 49-game unbeaten run in all competitions.
When and where will the Europa League final be?
The big Europa League decision is scheduled for May 22nd, a Wednesday, at 4pm (Brasília time), at the Aviva Stadium, in Dublin, Ireland.
Unlike the previous knockout phases, the final will be played in a single game and on a neutral field. There is no qualifying goal criterion and, because of this, in the event of a draw there will be extra time. If the equality on the scoreboard persists, the decision will be on penalties.Where to watch the Europa League final
The match scheduled for May 22nd will be broadcast on ESPN on Star+ and also by SBT.
How much does the Europa League champion earn?
Each of the finalists pocketed 4.6 million euros each, approximately R$25 million, just for guaranteeing themselves in the decision. Whoever ends up with the cup earns another 4 million euros (R$ 21.7 million).
Furthermore, the champion also receives the tournament’s beautiful trophy, weighing 15 kg, the heaviest of any UEFA trophy, and a direct place in the next group stage. Champions Leagueif the team has not yet secured its place in the tournament through its national league.
History between Atalanta and Bayer Leverkusen
Ambus, in search of their first continental titles, Atalanta and Bayer Leverkusen have little history, with only two clashes between them in history. And they were recent, in the round of 16 of the Europa League in the 2021/22 season. On that occasion, the Italian team eliminated the German team with two victories. 3-2 at home and 1-0 away.
