In the upcoming UEFA Cup decider, Xavier's midfielder Lameña will face a battle of destiny, as the 31-year-old Argentinean international has been dubbed a "runner-up professional" after tasting second place a total of six times in the national team's journey and in club matches. This time, he vowed to wash away his past suspicions and taste the sweetness of the championship.
Lameña moved to Roma from River Plate in 2011, making 67 appearances in two years, contributing 21 goals and helping his side reach the 2013 Coppa Italia final, where they lost to Lazio. Since then, he has moved to Tottenham Hotspur and has fallen short of victory on three occasions in his quest for the title, including two EFL Cup finals and the 2019 UEFA Cup final, where Spurs failed to have the last laugh.
