Champion and winner of the Cup in their countries, “Juventus” and “Barcelona” will play the most important European club trophy at the Berlin “Olympiastadion”. The Catalans, judging by the composition, the level of the game and the experience of previous finals, the undisputed favorite of the match, but the “Old Lady” this season has brought many surprises and hopes to stop the trio of Messi, Neimar and Suarez.
Way “Barcelona” and “Juventus” to this finale are so different that it is not believed that they were playing in the same tournament. Catalans in Berlin have been waiting since the beginning of the season. Over the past ten years, “Barça” is so often made their way in the final game, that without them the meeting was a fresh look.
Although the first case in the Spanish team evolved not the best way, what they talked about a modest victory over APOEL Nicosia and defeat by Paris Saint-Germain, it quickly became clear that in Europe there is no force capable of stopping them in the two-legged confrontation. Only catch is that the finals of the European cup held in one match.
«Old Lady” to the finale, strictly speaking, even went and hobbled, limping on both legs and leaning on a cane. After the first round group stage, many even doubted that she gets to 1/8 finals. Who it is ridiculous to think about it, but if it were not funny own goal keeper “Olympiakos” Roberto Jimenez in the second match, “Juventus” the rest of the season, at best, stormed to the height of the Europa League.
However, for the first time had passed, but in the playoffs the team Massimiliano Allegri has also lucky with the draw. The rivals turintsam already opening round could get any top club from “Real” to “Chelsea” from the “Barcelona” to “Bavaria”, but was in the end a modest Dortmund, at the time fought for survival in the Bundesliga. And if the “Borussia” black and white have been easy, in the series with another notorious outsider, “Monaco”, managed to win only through a controversial penalty kick.
And yet, “Juve” proved that he is worthy of Berlin. In the semifinals, with “Real” turintsy nothing inferior clear favorite, we scored at the right moments, promptly rebuilt on the “bus” and eventually deservedly won.
However, the final step it would be incredibly difficult. “Barcelona” shows the Space and football too, like “Juventus” has already won the fight on two of the three major fronts. If successful, the final winner, no matter who became, will issue a so-called golden hat-trick.
The personal meetings in the playoffs a slight advantage in European club Catalans. “Juventus” was “Bars” in the quarterfinals of the Champions League – 2002/03, but lost at the same stage of the Champions Cup – in 1985/86 Cup Winners’ Cup final – 1990/91. In addition, if the “Barça” will play in the final game for the fourth time in the last nine years, the “Lady” last similar experience was already in 2003, and he failed.
On the other hand, “Olympiastadion” can be called lucky for the two leaders “Juve” – Pirlo and Buffon. It is here that they are part of the Italian national team won the World Cup title, defeating France in the final.
That’s just the “Barca” on all these theoretical calculations have just three practices trump – Messi, Neymar and Suarez, who this season has already built three 120 goals in all competitions, becoming the most effective attacking trio in the history of European football.
In addition to all of the “Bianconeri” in reporting the meeting will not be able to play Chiellini injured and Caceres, Barzagli and the output in question, while the “Barcelona” will be released on Berlin’s lawn in the optimal composition.
«We started with an important task – to get to the quarter-finals – said at a press conference, head coach,” Juventus “Massimiliano Allegri. – Now we are in the final, and it is necessary to be first. We need to take the final step. It is always difficult, especially in the Champions League final.
Messi, Neymar, Suarez … After the semi-finals this question was repeated on a regular basis: “How do you stop them?” We must play very skillfully, but you must be aware that a draw not enough for us that we have to score.
How to stop the “Barcelona”? We have to think how to score. To play technically, because the opponent is very strong in this component, the attack – his main weapon. So we have to be very, very good at the technical aspect.
We need to stay focused for 90 minutes. We have to be strong mentally and change the balance of forces in the field. This is the final, only one match, then will not be able to fix something, so we need to be ready. We are ready – both physically and psychologically. We need to play well against a great team, but like all teams, it also has its weaknesses. ”
According to the expert, this game is great and also very important for Italian football.
«It is very important that the Italian team reached the final – said Allegri. – The last time this happened in 2010, when he won the “Inter”. Now we are seeing the excitement in Italy. Most Italians are very eager to “Juventus” won the cup. For our football it will make a huge difference.
Regardless of the outcome of tomorrow’s match we had an outstanding season. In addition to the championship and the Coppa Italia, which we have not won 20 years, it is very important that the team has been successful in Europe, returned to the top eight. ”
Steering “Barcelona” Luis Enrique, in turn, said that his team needs to dominate and in defense and in attack, not allowing the opponent to turn.
«The team has achieved what it wanted: we have won two trophies and now we can add a third. The middle of the field – the main plot of the game in attack and in defense. We need to dominate in both phases of the game – in attack and defense. We want to play our own game: Control the ball, create chances and do not let our opponents run wild – sends word Enrique UEFA official website. –
Style “Juve” like ours, turintsam also needs the ball. They are very good defensively, very creative, and that is why they also have a chance to issue a “golden hat-trick.” We understand that “Juve” throughout the match will try to get the ball and put pressure on us. Who wins depends on who is better adapted to these conditions. ”
Enrique said that the fate of the match will decide not only the goals, but the action of defenders.
«We’ve scored in the Champions League, but everyone understands that the final – it matches another order – said the coach. – They are accompanied by huge pressure, which we must try to avoid. Our attackers are now on everyone’s lips, and that’s fine. After reaching the finals and winning two trophies in Spain, the players have understood that success requires a team. Without the defense would not have happened.
I hope we are waiting for a great final, equal and entertaining game, one of the best games that are only possible: Italian champion against the champion of Spain. It will be an impressive sight ».
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