Anthony: I ve been through many difficult times, and now it s like living in a dream

In the European Union semi-finals on May 9, Betis defeated Fiorentina 4-3 in two overtime rounds and successfully advanced to the final. Betis forward Anthony was interviewed after the game.

Betis successfully reached the finals, how do you feel now?

I am a little tired now, but more of happiness. celebrate? It was great, we knew how difficult the game was, we had to enjoy the moment now, enjoy the feeling of getting to the finals, so we had to celebrate with the fans.

You scored a wonderful free kick in the game and helped your teammates score in overtime. I am very happy. My family and I know what I had experienced three or four months ago to be today. I am now like living in a dream because I have experienced a lot in my personal life, but now everything has changed. I am so grateful to God for allowing me and my family to spend this moment. I have shed many tears, with my mother, wife, sisters, and brothers, because we have spent many difficult times to enjoy this moment today.

Now your emotions are very excited

Yes, yes, when the game is over, this excitement surges into your heart, and it is tears of joy and relief. Because I have experienced many difficult moments in my life and now I am experiencing an incredible moment. Not only on the court, but also as a family, it’s very important and I’m very happy.

What do you think of this game?

This is a very difficult game and we have to pay more attention to the defense of set pieces. But…this will not happen again. Everything was possible in the semifinals, we scored goals and our opponents scored two goals, but it was important that we were united. This team, the players, the staff... everyone is excellent and the locker room is very united. What is my dispute with the opponent's fullback? These are all part of the game, we just had the normal communication, we all wanted to win, but I respect everyone.

fans are waiting for you to celebrate together

They are waiting for us because we have had very tough times but we finally worked hard to reach the finals and we are all together.