Real Madrid beat Liverpool to win 14th European title

By Xorkpe Sosu 2 Min Read

Los Blancos have won their 14th European title after beaten Liverpool by a goal to nil in Paris.

The Spanish giants are still Champions league royalty or the competition’s most successful club ever.

Heartbreak for Liverpool, who didn’t manage to claim their third trophy of the season after their defeat to the Spanish giants in Paris.

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Vinícius Jr’s goal ’59’ finish gave Madrid the lead till the end. Karim Benzema had first-half goal ruled out for offside by VAR, which means the Brazilian’s goal made the difference.

Liverpool who dominated much of this final had more shots than Madrid but were repeatedly denied by Courtois saves.

The Belgian goalkeeper was the star for Madrid tonight! Liverpool couldn’t find a way past Madrid goaliee, who became the first goalkeeper to make nine saves in a Champions League final.

Ancelotti: “I can’t believe I have four Champions Leagues”

Real Madrid’s Champions League win makes Carlo Ancelotti the first coach to win the tournament four times. Speaking to Movistar, he says: “I can’t believe I have four Champions Leagues!”

“The lads showed brilliant commitment”

“Alaba, Militao, Mendy did really well at the back”

Ancelotti was also asked whether he’s seen a goalkeeping performance like Thibaout Courtois’ tonight, to which he replies: “Yes – I’ve seen others from Courtois!”

Marcelo dedicates UCL win to Real fans

Marcelo speaks: “We have to congratulate the fans – they’ve been with us all the way”

He’s first interrupted by Ancelotti, who says “I can’t believe it!”

Next, a fan who has sneaked on to the pitch jumps on Marcelo, who shouts: “I don’t know him – bloody hell! He started kissing me!”

Right away, Courtois speaks to Spanish TV channel Movistar. “We showed we’re the kings of Europe,” he says.

“I have to say sorry to my brother because he’s getting married tomorrow and I can’t be there!”

 

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