2011 Champions League final: When Pep Guardiola's Barcelona downed Man United at Wembley

On May 28, 10 years ago, Pep Guardiola's Barcelona beat Sir Alex Ferguson's Manchester United 3-1 in Champions League final at Wembley to register ir fourth victory in competition thanks to a Lionel Messi masterclass. It was Guardiola's second European Cup triumph as a manager at Barcelona. On 10th anniversary of Barcelona's stunning win over Man United in 2011 UCL final, here's a look back at what happened during that famous night at Wembley. 

Barcelona vs Man United Champions League final: 2011 Champions League final recap

Both teams entered competition having won it three times previously, Manchester United in 1968, 1999 and 2008; Barcelona in 1992, 2006 and 2009. To reach final, in  knockout phase Barcelona beat Arsenal, Shakhtar Donetsk and lastly Real Mrid, while Manchester United beat Marseille, Chelsea and Schalke. two teams h previously met in final of UCL in 2009, where Barcelona prevailed 2-0. 

Catalan club outplayed Man United in first half, but despite having 22 shots, were still level at half-time as Pedro’s opener was cancelled out by Wayne Rooney, who side-footed home from 15 yards after a one-two with Ryan Giggs. Barcelona’s dominance continued after break with Messi, who moments earlier h seen a shot cleared off line by Patrice Evra. Argentine eventually found a way past Edwin van der Sar in Man United's goal with a fierce low drive from 25 yards to put Barcelona back in driving seat.

Messi’s dribbling n caused panic in United defence and David Villa capitalised to whip a shot into top corner from just outside penalty area and secure Barcelona’s third Champions League title in six years. Following game, Guardiola labelled Messi as 'best player in world'.

Catalan boss will now have chance to achieve Champions League history with Man United's fierce rivals Man City. 

Manchester City vs Chelsea final: 2021 Champions League final news and live stream details

Man City will lock horns with Chelsea at  Estio do Dragao on Saturday, May 29, in  2020-21 UEFA Champions League final. game between two Premier League giants is scheduled to commence at 8:00 PM BST (Sunday, May 30 at 12:30 AM IST). 

In India, game will brocast live on Sony Ten 2 SD & HD, Sony Ten 3 SD & HD. Champions League final live stream will be available on SonyLIV. Live scores and updates from game can be accessed on Twitter handles of both teams. 

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