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LIVE: Real Madrid vs. Atletico Madrid

Goal.com | May 28, 2016

Related Topics: Real Madrid C.F., UEFA Champions League, FC Bayern Munich, San Siro, Chelsea F.C., Away goals rule, VfL Wolfsburg, Rafael van der Vaart, List of European Cup and UEFA Champions League finals, 2014 UEFA Champions League Final

  • Real Madrid had the easier path to the final, defeating Roma, Wolfsburg and Manchester City, all of whom finished outside the top two in their domestic leagues. Atletico fought through PSV, Barcelona and Bayern Munich, a trio of title winners both this season and last.
  • Atletico have lost their only two previous final appearances, to their Madrid rivals in 2014, and to Bayern Munich in 1974. They will try and deny Real Madrid their 11th success this evening, while aiming to become the 23rd different club to lift the trophy. Chelsea were the last first-time winners in the competition in 2012.
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