Champions League of the 21st Century: Review of Champions League of the 21st Century UEFA Champions League is one of the top club football events in the world, attracting hundreds of millions of fans around the world every year. Since the beginning of the 21st century
Champions League in the 21st Century: Review of Champions League in the 21st Century
UEFA Champions League is one of the top club football events in the world, attracting hundreds of millions of fans around the world every year. Since the beginning of the 21st century, this event has witnessed the birth of many great teams and players, who have demonstrated unparalleled skills and passion on this stage. Let's review the Champions League champions over the years and feel their glory and glory.
2000: Real Madrid
The first Champions League champion of the 21st century was won by Real Madrid of Spain. They defeated Valencia 3-0 in the final and won their eighth European championship. There were many legendary players in the Real Madrid team this year, such as Ronaldo, Roberto Carlos and Raul. Their victory marked the beginning of the Champions League in the new century.
2003: AC Milan
In 2003, AC Milan of Italy defeated 3-2 in the final Serie A Opponent Juventus won the Champions League trophy for the sixth time. This game is known as "the most wonderful Champions League final in history". Both sides scored three goals in regular time and extra time, and finally won through penalty kicks. This season, AC Milan have a strong team, including Baresi, Maldini and Sheva.
2005: Liverpool
The 2005 Champions League final is known as "Miracle Night". Liverpool of England drew 3-3 with AC Milan in the final and won 3-2 in the penalty shootout. In this game, Liverpool completed a miraculous reversal when they were three goals behind in the second half. Liverpool this season is led by Steven Gerrard, who scored a wonderful goal in the final.
2009: Barcelona
In 2009, Barcelona defeated Manchester United 2-0 and won the Champions League for the third time. Barcelona this season is famous for its unique "Dream Trio" (Messi, Iniesta and Xavi). Their excellent cooperation and skills left a deep impression on the fans and made Barcelona one of the most feared teams at that time.
2013: Bayern Munich
In 2013, Bayern Munich defeated Dortmund 2-1 in the final and won the European Cup for the fifth time. Bayern Munich this season has shown outstanding strength. They have performed well throughout the season and won in the final. This team has many top players, such as Robben, Muller and Schweinsteiger.
2017: Real Madrid
In 2017, Real Madrid won the Champions League for the twelfth time by beating Juventus 4-1 in the final. This season Real Madrid is led by Cristiano Ronaldo, who scored two goals in the final. Real Madrid has shown strong attack and strength in this season, becoming the dominant player in European football.
Over the years, the ownership of the Champions League champions has been changing, and each champion has its own story and legend. Their victory is not only the glory of the team and players, but also the feast of the whole football world. It is expected that more legends will be born in the future European Championships.