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Barcelona, Bayern or Real Madrid? Football Manager predicts Champions League winner

According to a special simulation of the knockout stage by the world-famous computer game, the Blancos will successfully defend their European title

Despite the best efforts of Lionel Messi, Real Madrid will win this year’s Champions League to claim their third crown in four seasons, according to Football Manager.

In a special simulation of the knockout stage by the world-famous computer game, Zinedine Zidane’s side see off Napoli, Leicester and local rivals Atletico Madrid on their way to the final before overcoming Bayern Munich on penalties in the showpiece event at the Millennium Stadium.

Unsurprisingly, the Blancos' triumph owes much to the performances of Gareth Bale and Cristiano Ronaldo, who combine for a total of five goals, with the latter's average match rating of 7.