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Sevilla 3-1 Shakhtar Donetsk (5-3 agg.): Holders into third straight Europa League final

May 5, 2016 5:04:00 PM

The Spanish side will go to Basel aiming for a third straight Europa League crown after taking the second leg 3-1.

Sevilla kept its dreams of a third successive Europa League title alive after seeing off Shakhtar Donetsk 3-1 in the second leg of their semifinal at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán.

Kevin Gameiro gave the four-time champion an early lead, pouncing on a loose pass to run through on goal and finish well.

Eduardo da Silva got Shakhtar back level just before halftime, the striker beating David Soria from close range after a stunning Marlos run.