Clashes between Spanish and Italian clubs was a theme of the Champions League draw on Thursday night and it continued on Friday, with the Europa League draw. The clash between Villareal and Lazio will be one of the highlights of the group stage.
Lazio defeated Sampdoria 6-5 on penalties following a 1-1 draw to clinch the Italian Cup at the Stadio Olimpico and qualify for next season's Europa League.
Lazio reached the Italian Cup final with a 2-1 win over Juventus, which completed a 4-2 aggregate semi-final victory. Lazio coach Delio Rossi said his side deserved their success.
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