Fiorentina Reach Europa Conference League Final After Dramatic Win
Barak's Late Goal Seals Victory
Substitute Secures 4-3 Aggregate Triumph
Substitute Antonin Barak struck deep into stoppage time at the end of extra time to send Fiorentina into the Europa Conference League final with a 3-1 win at Basel in the second leg of the semifinals.
The Czech midfielder's goal capped a remarkable comeback for the Italian side, who had trailed 1-0 on the night and 3-2 on aggregate.
Zeki Amdouni had given Basel an early lead, but Fiorentina hit back through Nicolas Gonzalez and Barak's first-half strike.
The match went to extra time, and it looked like Basel were going to reach the final when they took the lead again through Amdouni.
However, Fiorentina refused to give up, and Barak's late heroics ensured that they will now face either West Ham United or Villarreal in the final.
The victory is a major boost for Fiorentina, who have struggled for form in recent weeks.
It is also a reward for the work of manager Vincenzo Italiano, who has transformed the team since his arrival in the summer.
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