The list of honours will display this as just another trophy, but the 2020 UEFA Europa League win has been nothing like the previous five. Not before, not during, not even in the celebration of the title. The fact is that the impossibility of having people in the streets has forced the entity to celebrate this UEL in a much more intimate and sober way. With Miguel Ángel Moreno as master of ceremonies, the first to speak was one of the great architects of the success, the manager Julen Lopetegui.
THE CLUB CELEBRATED THE SIXTH EUROPA LEAGUE WITH A SMALL EVENT AT THE STADIUM
The Basque manager gave a simple, emotional speech, in which he wanted to remember the parents of José Antonio Reyes, with the hope that, in some way, yesterday's success may have eased some of the pain they have endured since the tragic passing of their son just over a year ago. From there it was the turn of the political leaders, representing local, regional and national authorities.
Juan Espadas, the city's mayor, Sandra García, the government's delegate in Andalusia, and Juan Manuel Moreno, the president of the Junta, took their speeches in two directions. On the one hand, recognition for the work of the team and the logical repercussion that this has on the brand for Sevilla, Andalusia and Spain. On the other hand, the magnificent behaviour of the Sevilla fans, who were able to celebrate this success last night by complying with all the recommendations of the health authorities.
The politicians received a replica of the trophy and a shirt signed by the squad
They all received two gifts. On the one hand, a beautiful replica of the UEFA Europa League trophy and, on the other hand, a shirt signed by the whole squad, commemorating this incredible success. As with every act organised by the club, the Chairman brought the event to a close, stressing that Sevilla never stop and are already looking ahead to their next success.
The group photo marked the end of this event, which will give way to a much larger celebration when the sanitary conditions allow it. Along with the captains Jesús Navas and Escudero, the Board of Directors and the main shareholders, member number 1, Domingo Muñoz, was also present and was in charge of representing all the Sevilla FC fans.