Last updated on 28 May 201128 May 2011.From the section Football. He then played in Alves, whose shot was stopped on the line by Fabio before Xavi ripped in another finish that was held by the Dutchman. The final was won by Italian club Inter Milan, who beat German side Bayern Munich 2–0. Barcelona delivered a masterclass to inflict another Champions League final defeat on Manchester United as Lionel Messi inspired an emphatic victory at Wembley. The goal was coming and it duly arrived after 27 minutes. Coman, handed a starting berth against his former side, scored the only goal of the game in Lisbon, his second-half header proving enough to earn Bayern their sixth European Cup. Xavi had been immaculate on the ball, dictating terms at every opportunity, and another masterly piece of creation played in Pedro, who had time to wrong-foot Van der Sar with a simple finish. 25/01/2013 ... 03/07/2011 Live 2008/09 FC Barcelona 2-0 Manchester United FC: Report. The match determined the winners of the 2008-09 season of the UEFA Champions League, a tournament for the top football clubs in Europe. United's thoughts were scrambled as Barcelona moved the ball around with ease. Messi's golden talent is unquestioned, but he had been helped by United's failure to get close enough to halt his advances. ", 2019: Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool)2018: Gareth Bale (Real Madrid)2017: Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid)2016: Sergio Ramos (Real Madrid)2015: Andrés Iniesta (Barcelona)2014: Ángel Di María (Real Madrid)2013: Arjen Robben (Bayern München)2012: Didier Drogba (Chelsea)2011: Lionel Messi (Barcelona), 2010: Diego Milito (Inter Milan)2009: Xavi Hernández (Barcelona)2008: Edwin van der Sar (Manchester United)2007: Filippo Inzaghi (AC Milan)2006: Samuel Eto'o (Barcelona)2005: Steven Gerrard (Liverpool)2004: Deco (Porto)2003: Paolo Maldini (AC Milan)2002: Zinédine Zidane (Real Madrid)2001: Oliver Kahn (Bayern München). UEFA Champions League - Champions League final Man of the Match: Kingsley Coman - News, Kingsley Coman scored the only goal as Bayern beat Paris in the final, Highlights and reaction from Bayern hero Coman, Check out every official UEFA Champions League Man of the Match. The match was won by Barcelona of Spain, who beat England's Manchester United 2-0. United were out early for the second half, presumably with the words of Ferguson ringing in their ears, while Barcelona waited in the players' tunnel for the resumption. Bayern's Kingsley Coman has been chosen as Man of the Match for his decisive display against Paris in the UEFA Champions League final. Messi's magical feet were decorated by luminous green boots but it was his talent that illuminated Wembley and United's night was effectively over once he restored Barcelona's lead with a powerful drive early in the second half. Ferguson attempted to stem Barcelona's tide by sending on Nani for Fabio in a positive move - but seconds later Barcelona struck again to give the scoreline a more realistic appearance. Ferguson insisted he had learned the lessons of defeat in Rome but the same problems swiftly resurfaced as Barcelona stamped their authority on midfield and Messi roamed free to inflict damage, adding another Champions League final goal to the one that sealed victory against United in their previous meeting. Barcelona were swift to regain their composure and almost restored their advantage seconds before the interval when Messi somehow failed to apply the final touch to Villa's cross inside the six-yard area. Messi was toying with United and Van der Sar was grateful to save with his legs as he threatened once more. The UEFA Technical Study Group, however, chose the man who provided the cross for Messi's goal, Xavi, as their man of the match, citing his control of the tempo of the match as the reason for their decision. David Villa's spectacular third emphasised the gulf in class between the sides and United never threatened to mount the sort of dramatic recovery that has become their trademark. "I feel a little sadness for Paris, they've had an extraordinary journey and we must respect what Paris have done. United had hoped to add a fourth victory in Europe's elite club tournament to a record 19th domestic title - instead they received a brutal lesson in the standards they must achieve from the Barcelona benchmark. Van der Sar did well to block Alves' attempt and Patrice Evra was forced to scramble back towards his own goal to head away Messi's follow-up. There was to be no fulfilling of the destiny United hoped was theirs and no dream conclusion to goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar's glittering career as he was powerless to prevent Barcelona's constant wave of beautifully crafted moves. Ferguson cut an agitated figure in the technical area as he pleaded with his players to concentrate in the face of the Catalans' domination. The UEFA word, the UEFA logo and all marks related to UEFA competitions, are protected by trademarks and/or copyright of UEFA. United may dominate in England but Barcelona demonstrated once more, in front of Wembley and an estimated television audience of 300m, that they are peerless on the European stage. UEFA Technical Observer Packie Bonner: "Coman helped Bayern to enact their creative plan, and his goal ultimately won the game.". And as veteran Paul Scholes, who made a brief appearance as substitute, walked up to collect his losers' medal, thoughts turned to whether this was also his final bow as he considers his future at Old Trafford. It was a hazardous occupation and the heavy price was finally paid after 54 minutes. Bayern match winner Kingsley Coman has been named UEFA Champions League final Man of the Match. Read about our approach to external linking. The pattern of an entertaining game bore an uncanny resemblance to events in the Stadio Olimpico in 2009 as United started with optimism and intent before being swamped by Barcelona's brilliance. During the match, UEFA.com users were able to vote for their man of the match; the public vote went to the scorer of Barcelona's second goal, Lionel Messi. Villa has had a mixed first season at the Nou Camp but his enduring class was evident when he curled a precise shot high past the outstretched arms of Van der Sar after 69 minutes. He exchanged passes with Giggs before sweeping a right-foot finish high past Victor Valdes. Use of UEFA.com signifies your agreement to the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy. "It's extraordinary, it's a great happiness," said Coman. UEFA.com's reporters dissect Bayern's victory against Paris in Lisbon. See who took the official award after every knockout stage match this season. And when it did, Barcelona simply picked up the theme that characterised the first half. Paris had a great game, but so did we. The final was played on 22 May 2010, at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, home of Real Madrid, in Madrid, Spain. No use for commercial purposes may be made of such trademarks. After early encouragement, however, Barcelona settled into their smooth passing style and started to give United a rough ride as they struggled to maintain any measure of authority and control was lost. The rest of the game was merely a conclusion of the formalities as Barcelona lifted the famous trophy for the fourth time and United were left to wonder how they can halt what seems to be an unstoppable force. Barcelona manager Pep Guardiolatook the time to give special praise to Messi, whom he said he moved back into the midfield in order to increase the tea… Pedro gave Barcelona the lead from one of the many wonderful passes played by Xavi - but Wayne Rooney lifted the gloom during a torrid spell for United with a fine equaliser following a swift exchange with Ryan Giggs. It was a great final. Ferguson and his players were disconsolate at the final whistle as the nightmare of Rome was revisited but there was no shame in their defeat by one of the finest club sides the game has seen. We tried to keep them under pressure and they played on the counterattack mostly. United's intentions were clear in the opening exchanges with a high-tempo approach designed to deny Barcelona time and space while pushing them back towards their own goal. Barcelona beat Manchester United 3-1 at Wembley to win the Champions League, with superstar Lionel Messi producing a fine display which includes his first goal on English soil. The 2009 UEFA Champions League Final was played on 27 May 2009 at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, Italy. Pedro flashed the first ominous sign with a shot just wide before Van der Sar saved well low down from Villa. The finish was central and close to the keeper but it was struck with astonishing power. Bayern's Kingsley Coman has been chosen as Man of the Match for his decisive display against Paris in the UEFA Champions League final. We didn't concede a goal and that was the most important thing. Kingsley Coman's goal against his old club settled a tight final in Lisbon. Official UEFA Champions League and European Cup history. Barcelona responded by cranking up what Ferguson labelled their passing "carousel" after the break, with man-of-the match Messi at the centre of events as he tortured United. The 2009 UEFA Champions League Final was played on 27 May 2009 at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, Italy. The final as it happened Coman… ... Background to 2009 final. Samuel Eto'o opened the scoring in the 10th minute, and Lionel Messi added another goal 20 minutes from the end to earn Barcelona an historic treble of La Liga, the Copa de… Samuel Eto'o opened the scoring in the 10th … Check out every official UEFA Champions League Man of the Match. It needed a moment of inspiration to lift United's spirits and Rooney provided it with the equaliser after 34 minutes. Ferguson, as expected, opted to keep faith with the attacking partnership of Rooney and Javier Hernandez - but there was bitter disappointment for leading scorer Dimitar Berbatov, who failed to even make the substitutes' bench, Michael Owen getting the nod. Manchester United's hopes of emulating their first European Cup final success here against Benfica in 1968 foundered as Barcelona deservedly repeated their win against Sir Alex Ferguson's side in Rome two years ago. The match determined the winners of the 2008-09 season of the UEFA Champions League, a tournament for the top football clubs in Europe. The Argentine took full advantage of United's failure to close him down 25 yards out by flashing a shot past Van der Sar with minimum backlift. The match was won by Barcelona of Spain, who beat England's Manchester United 2-0. The 2009–10 UEFA Champions League was the 55th season of Europe's premier club football tournament organised by UEFA, and the 18th under the current UEFA Champions League format.

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