Sevilla's preseason preparations gathered momentum on Monday night as the La Liga side edged Saudi outfit Al-Qadsiah 4-1 on penalties to lift the 14th edition of the Antonio Puerta Trophy at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium .
The two teams played out a thrilling 2-2 draw at full time but the La Liga giants edged the ensuing shootout to retain the trophy.
The match held deeper meaning than just another friendly, serving as a tribute to former youth player Antonio Puerta, who tragically passed away in 2007.
In a night that combined remembrance and new beginnings, Nigerian duo Kelechi Iheanacho and Akor Adams shared the pitch for the first time in Sevilla colours, while Argentine coach Matias Almeyda made his managerial debut with a hard-earned win in front of over 25,000 fans.
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