SC Freiburg Reach First-Ever European Final After Overturning Braga
via @FabrizioRomano

What happened

SC Freiburg defeated Sporting Braga 3-1 at the Europa-Park Stadion to secure a 4-3 aggregate victory and a spot in the Europa League final. Lukas Kübler scored a brace and Johan Manzambi netted a spectacular effort to ensure Freiburg stun Braga to reach first-ever Europa League final.

Why it matters

The victory marks a historic milestone for Freiburg, who reach a major European final for the first time in club history. The German side capitalized on an early red card for Braga's Mario Dorgeles to dominate the match and secure their place in Istanbul.

The data edge

Score: Freiburg 3-1 Braga (Agg: 4-3). Scorers: Kübler (19', 72'), Manzambi (41') | Víctor (79'). Red Card: Dorgeles (6'). Possession: Freiburg 62%, Braga 38%.

What to watch

Freiburg will face Aston Villa in the Europa League final on May 20 at Beşiktaş Park in Istanbul.