The match is a best-of-33 encounter, and Higgins made his first century break of the contest in the last session. The final session will begin on Saturday at 14:30 BST.

Murphy had battled back to tie the match at 8-8 ahead of their evening session after the first session ended in a 4-4 tie. This comeback highlighted his resilience throughout the tournament.

Higgins, a four-time world champion, will turn 51 later this month. His experience may play a crucial role as he seeks to secure his place in the final.

The last session promises to be intense, with both players eager to clinch victory. Observers expect a thrilling finish as they vie for a spot in the championship match.

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Rayo Vallecano currently sits at 16th place in LaLiga, struggling to find consistency. Their recent form includes two wins, one draw, and two defeats over their last five matches. In contrast, Strasbourg leads the UEFA Conference League standings and comes into this match with two wins and three defeats from their last five outings.

Key facts about the teams:

• Rayo Vallecano’s last match ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw against Real Sociedad.
• Strasbourg secured a narrow 3-2 victory over Lorient in their most recent game.
• The last time Strasbourg reached a major European semi-final was in 1995.

Both teams have released their projected starting line-ups. Rayo Vallecano is expected to field players such as A. Batalla, P. Ciss, and J. de Frutos, while Strasbourg’s squad will likely include M. Penders and B. Chilwell among others.

Fans and analysts are eager to see how Rayo Vallecano will perform on this significant stage. Observers note that despite their current league struggles, the team could draw motivation from this historic opportunity to make a mark in European football.

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