2006 UEFA Cup Final vs Middlesbrough
Sevilla's dominant 4–0 victory in Eindhoven.
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The 2006 UEFA Cup final was a football match that took place at Philips Stadion in Eindhoven, Netherlands on 10 May 2006 as the culmination of the 2005–06 UEFA Cup. The match was contested by Middlesbrough of England and Sevilla of Spain. Both sides were making their first appearance in a European final; it was Middlesbrough's second season of European competition, while Sevilla had more previous experience in both the UEFA Cup and the European Cup.
Quick Facts
- Key figure
- Enzo Maresca
Lore & Background
Both sides had qualified for the competition based on their domestic league positions the previous season, and entered in the first round. To reach the final, they subsequently had to progress through the group stage and knockout rounds. Middlesbrough eliminated VfB Stuttgart, Roma, Basel and Steaua București in the knockout stages, while Sevilla beat Lokomotiv Moscow, Lille, Zenit Saint Petersburg and Schalke 04. In front of a crowd of 36,500, Sevilla dominated the final, winning 4–0 with goals from Luís Fabiano, Enzo Maresca (2), and Frédéric Kanouté.
Reader's Guide
The final was played at Philips Stadion in Eindhoven, Netherlands on 10 May 2006, and kicked off at 20:45 CEST. Sevilla took the lead in the 27th minute when Luís Fabiano headed in a cross from Dani Alves. Middlesbrough switched to an attacking formation in the 70th minute, but Sevilla counter-attacked and doubled their advantage when Enzo Maresca scored from a rebound. Maresca scored his second six minutes later, and Frédéric Kanouté added another in the final minute to make it 4–0.
Did You Know?
- Sevilla's best European season before this final had been their first, when they reached the quarter-finals of the 1957–58 European Cup.
- Middlesbrough had made their first appearance in European football the previous season, when they were eliminated 4–2 by Sporting CP in the last-16.
- The two sides had never previously met before this final.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who played in the 2006 UEFA Cup Final?
Sevilla FC faced English side Middlesbrough at the Philips Stadion in Eindhoven on May 10, 2006. This match is famous for being Sevilla's first-ever European trophy win.
What was the final result of the 2006 UEFA Cup Final?
The game ended in a 0-0 draw after extra time, forcing a penalty shootout where Sevilla triumphed with a score of 4-0. This victory secured their place as European champions for that season.
Who was the key player in the 2006 UEFA Cup Final?
Javier Saviola is widely remembered as the standout figure, scoring the decisive penalty that sealed the victory for Sevilla. His composure under pressure defined the team's resilience throughout the match.
How did the 2006 UEFA Cup Final end?
After ninety minutes and extra time yielded no goals, the contest was decided by penalties where Middlesbrough missed all their attempts. Sevilla converted four shots to win 4-0, ending the night with a historic championship trophy.
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