Pablo Fornals ‘confident’ that ‘Spanish West Ham’ can beat Chelsea in Europa Conference League final
Pablo Fornals believes Real Betis can upset Chelsea in the Europa Conference League Final and says the La Liga outfit shares a surprising amount in common with his former club, West Ham.
Speaking ahead of Wednesday night’s showpiece in Wroclaw, the midfielder drew parallels between the Hammers and Chelsea and backe Betis to compete with their heavily favoure Premier League opponents.
Yeah [there similarities], I used to say to my ex-teammates at West Ham that Betis สมัครสมาชิก UFABET วันนี้ รับเครดิตฟรีทุกวัน could be the Spanish West Ham,” he said.
“Well, it is quite similar for an English guy to understand [how big a club Betis ], anywhere in the world that you, have Betis badges, and you have people who support us.
“It is the same. I remember being in Thailand with my wife on our honeymoon, and there were lots of West Ham fans over there; anywhere in the world, you can find West Ham fans.
Fornals joine Betis last January after four years at West Ham, where he won this very competition with West Ham in 2023. He now stands on the brink of lifting it again, this time under the guidance of a familiar face.
Betis boss Manuel Pellegrini also manage Fornals during his time at West Ham and has already left a significant mark in Seville.
They have won the Copa del Rey, so I do not think it is luck.
“It is massive for this club, I don’t think there is any coach in Betis history that has done better than him.”
Chelsea, who toppe the Conference League group stage with a perfect record, head into the final as favourites. Maresca’s side secure a top-four Premier League finish on the final day and looking to complete the full set of UEFA trophies.