Everyone got all that? Becks in the fridge, check. "And so it begins again. ", BBC Sport football pundit, and European Cup winner, Mark Lawrenson on 5 live: "Chelsea are growing into this game which is the key. "Re Wes 2035. Just Premier League to go now then... BBC Sport's chief football writer Phil McNulty in Munich: "The sight of Fernando Torres leaping on Branislav Ivanovic in sheer elation suggests he may now feel his struggles after leaving Liverpool have been worthwhile. The match was to decide the winner of the 2011–12 season of the UEFA Champions League, Europe's premier club football tournament. ", "Re 2028. ", "Chelsea's game this now, got a feeling they're hungrier then the German team. Bayern Munich take on Chelsea in the 2012/2013 UEFA Super Cup on Friday, August 30, 2013 Bayern Munich 2-2 Chelsea - UEFA Super Cup 2012/2013 Head to Head Statistics Game kicks off 7.45, two uni mates' wedding reception starts at 8 just outside Reading. As for Bayern boss Jupp Heynckes, he's had the pressure all season of trying to make it to a final on his own turf. I had a great time with both. "When our backs are against the wall we step up to the mark. The suspensions and injuries. The five crosses from Franck Ribery's side have found a target 40% of the time as opposed to 0% from the right. David Luiz took Chelsea's second penalty and scored with a powerful shot into the top corner after a long run up. A city full of Bayern fans drowning their sorrows. BBC Radio 5 live summariser, and European Cup winner, Mark Lawrenson: "Chelsea have won this trophy with their performances away from home. "It was a rollercoaster ride," Cech said. 2122: Big handball shout for Chelsea as Franck Ribery chests away a ball - but that's never been a spot kick. Speedos on, check. Bayern continue to probe the flanks with the left wing proving slightly more fruitful for them. 1711: But if Chelsea lose the Champions League final, the top four teams qualify for next season's competition as normal, with the top three in the group stage and Spurs entering in the play-off round. He doesn't half miss some chances. Chelsea have well and truly crashed this party in Munich. Well played.". Didier Drogba was Chelsea's hero in Munich. Bayern win a corner which is vollyed in at the back post by Arjen Robben, the ball flies across goal and out for another corner. Tonight promises to be one of the biggest nights in the lives of the 22 players who start the game - but what about those ruled out? Bayern coach Jupp Heynckes and his backroom staff really having to rally their players after Didier Drogba snatched the Champions League away from them. He backs Ashley Cole up toward his own goal before cutting on to his left foot, but the shot is poor and flies over the top. "Chelsea have done that wonderfully well - just stood up when Robben and Ribery have been running at them, making it difficult for them to get past.". Bayern Munich vs Chelsea 1-1 (pen 3-4) - UCL 2012 FINAL - Full Highlights - English Commentary. Scoping out his new captain? Bayern are after trophy number five - but their first since 2001 - which would put them level with Liverpool. "Premier League coach two years ago, sacked from West Brom and jobless a year ago, and now European Champion. Yep, it's. He skips away brilliantly from Anatoliy Tymoshchuk down the left and puts in a dangerous low cross which Bayern hack away. Chelsea's first, and only, corner and it was a roaring leap by Drogba - unstoppable. The five previous matches in all competitions between Chelsea and Bayern Munich have produced 20 goals, an average of four per game. He was at least five yards outside the area, and smashed it into the top corner. Don't be bitter. 2101: Tremendous block from Ashley Cole stops another Arjen Robben shot. I've just had a premonition of England at the Euros this summer. John Mogg, London, on text: "Re Wes 2035. That is all. Juan Mata swings in a corner from the right. Chelsea - fair play.". It's wave after wave of Bayern pressure which Chelsea are soaking up fairly well. In 2008, after Drogba had been sent off in extra time, captain Terry stood in as Chelsea's fifth penalty taker with a chance to win but hit the outside of the post with his kick. An added extra to the day's play... "The centre of Munich is awash with red and blue as Bayern Munich and Chelsea fans relax in the sun ahead of tonight's Champions League Final. He's a real throw-back style of centre forward is old Mario, you hardly see him venture outside the width of the goalposts, but give him the ball in the box and he's deadly. They are missing Luis Gustavo - the hatchet man in midfield - while left-back David Alaba and centre-half Holger Badstuber are also banned. Oh, the closest we've come yet! Bayern Munich pumping out 'Highway to Hell' by AC/DC at the minute. That was sensational. FOX Deportes. ", "How can you feel sorry for Bayern? Ricardo Vaz Te grabbed the late winner. It's what football's all about. The spring will be in their legs now. In Germany. It [the goal] changed the game mentally. 2050: If anyone wondered what an assistant manager brings to the table, it's bulletproof football sense like that. If Chelsea win, Chelsea win! It's the backbone of the beautiful game.". Chelsea are half an hour way from extra-time. This season has been full of it. Chelsea struggling to cope.". In a stadium full of Germans. He backs Ashley Cole up toward his own goal before cutting on to his left foot, but the shot is poor and flies over the top. A muted penalty appeal is waved away though, Cole had turned his back on the ball. Welcome aboard... Make sure YOU PUT YOUR NAME on those texts though. You'd think he would be pleased. What a fantastic header that was - unstoppable. Ricardo Vaz Te grabbed the late winner. Both sides weakened by suspension of course, but who looks the stronger? Hopefully Bertrand decision will be the same!! If Chelsea win the Champions League, they will take part in next season's competition as holders - but at the expense of the fourth-placed Premier League team who would normally qualify for the Champions League. [citation needed]. If he doesn't get the job it's an insult to football.". Last updated on 19 May 201219 May 2012.From the section Football, Chelsea 1-1 Bayern Munich (Chelsea win 4-3 on penalties). It's got penalties written all over it. England may not have many world-class players, but at the highest level Ashley Cole has proved once again tonight that he is one of them.". "Both sets of supporters trying to lift these tired players for the final push. Didier Drogba starts up front with fellow striker Fernando Torres on the bench. Happened on Fifa earlier so must be true...". Arjen Robben smashes the spot-kick low but it's too central and Petr Cech saves with his legs. "Chelsea can't be happy with this season in the league but they won the FA Cup so I think they have confidence. It was a very good break and they moved the ball quickly this time. That's that one sorted then. Matches between teams. 6:53. Didier Drogba will fancy his chances against Anatoliy Tymoshchuk in that Bayern defence - he's normally a midfielder and he's not the biggest. He had to rely on Neuer to give him the bad news.". "Bayern Munich fans believe in an early start. Ivica Olic was the other Bayern player to falter, his was a poor effort. You have to feel a bit sorry for Bayern - don't you? It's a clear penalty. ", BBC Radio 5 live summariser, and former Manchester United defender, Steve Bruce: "The question is can Chelsea keep the ball and cause a threat? They have played better in the last few weeks and they deserve to be here after beating Barca. I know that's hard to believe but the stats don't lie... "Boring, boring Chelsea! ", Tom on text via 81111: "Hoping for a Bayern win purely because of how the senior players undermined Andre Villas-Boas. I think that is part of Di Matteo's thinking with playing Bertrand as he knows they have got to stop those guys going down the right. But it's vitally important to keep your concentration when taking a penalty. It can't be John Terry again, there is that... A penalty shoot-out against a team full of Germans. Chelsea have had more lives than an accident-prone cat tonight. To start with, Chelsea have fitness doubts over defenders David Luiz and Gary Cahill. Plenty of tears on the pitch, with Roberto di Matteo among the celebrations. Good decision from referee Pedro Proenca. ", Nicholas Swift on Twitter:external-link "Bayern will score but Tymo in defence worries me. Mata took Chelsea's first penalty and his weak shot was saved by Neuer. Submit your soccer prediction based on 1x2, Asian Handicap, Total Goals Over/Under, HT/FT, DNB, Double Chance or Correct Score to Tipsters Competition and you could win a prize if you are the top 10 winners. Soccerway; Soccerway Women; Premier League; Serie A; La Liga; Bundesliga; Ligue 1; ", From Andy, Manchester, on text: "Re 1925. Was never going to miss his penalty.". But I think the home advantage for Bayern is a big advantage.". Leigh Tullett on Twitter:external-link "There's one player tonight who is happy whatever the result. ", Anthony Percival on Twitter:external-link "Chelsea won the Champions League tonight with things money can't buy. What a night for Chelsea, what a night of drama. People forget defence is as important as attack. Around 1.2m Bayern fans applied for tickets and they are very confident and believe Chelsea are there for the taking. 1809: John Terry's out there on the Munich pitch now, and he's joined by former England manager Fabio Capello of all people. Bayern have been impressive so far. Having been there for the World Cup of 2006 and for an Oktoberfest, I imagine they'll all be having a drink regardless. An early goal in the second half is needed for the neutral I feel. The first good chance of extra time was when Ivica Olić inside the box passed to Gómez but his shot was wide. Robbie didn't have a lot to choose from so in that respect it is an easy team to pick and I'm sure they'll give 120%. Fans tell BBC World Service they need to make their pressure count.". Early general consensus is 3-1 either way!". Dan, Colchester, on text: "Is Robben still being paid by Chelsea? As for Bayern boss Jupp Heynckes, he's had the pressure all season of trying to make it to a final on his own turf. [10], During the match, the stadium was illuminated in green and turquoise to represent the official UEFA emblem of the Munich final, as the outer shell of the Allianz Arena can change colour. Even those who usually hate Bayern praying for a Bayern win. This is Bayern's second Champions League final in three years. "Why is a defensive display such a bad thing? 1803: There look to be plenty of people already taking their seats in the stadium, nearly two hours before kick-off. We are in full razz-a-matazz mode in Munich now as dancers assemble a 20ft-long European Cup on the halfway line as an opera singer belts out some anthemic music. You can tweet us using the hashtag. Sam Tomlin on Twitter:external-link "Why on EARTH did a team full of Germans let a Dutchman take that penalty?? If so it was a great save. Should Chelsea win, they will enter the Champions League along with Manchester City, Manchester United and Arsenal. Chelsea living on the edge. William on text: "I got married last year on Champions League final day. 2102: Didier Drogba would make a terrific centre-half if he ever fancies a Dion Dublin-style switch to the back. will be in next season's Europa League of course. He would have been hoping to start. It was probably a bit tight for him to shoot. There are 15 minutes left (of normal time) in Munich. [28] Ivanović stated how he "had no idea [he] was one booking away from missing the Champions League final. Groom's side dressed as Chelsea with the wife's as Bayern. These qualities have taken us to this event here so I am positive and confident. "Re 1925. Great drama. ", Tottenham defender Benoit Assou-Ekotto on Twitter:external-link "Tonight all the Spurs fans are allowed to switch a Spurs shirt to a Bayern shirt only during 90 minutes! There are five minutes left. The fact [Gary] Cahill and [David] Luiz have been out means there is a higher risk of injury than others but anyone can get an injury. They were gone, it was all over, beaten finalists, Bayern were going to win the trophy. And here's another one as Gary Cahill does brilliantly to clear from inside the goalmouth. You'd think he would be pleased. Thomas Mueller is the latest Bayern player to have a sniff of a chance, but he drags his shot across goal. 1835: I wonder where Andre Villas-Boas is watching tonight? [17], Both clubs had lost their most recent Champions League final – Bayern in 2010 to Inter Milan 2–0 and Chelsea in 2008 in an all-English clash with Manchester United on penalties after a 1–1 draw. What a season it was!". 2100: We are closing in on the hour mark. I'm hearing that Bayern Munich were deluged with over a million applications for tickets for tonight's game. He skips away brilliantly from Anatoliy Tymoshchuk down the left and puts in a dangerous low cross which Bayern hack away. Madness, absolute madness. A reminder of the Chelsea bench tonight: Michael Essien, Oriol Romeu, Fernando Torres, Florent Malouda, Paulo Ferreira and Danny Sturridge. They actually had more of the ball than Bayern in the last 15 minutes. Yep, Fernando Torres can now put 'Champions League winner' on his C.V., next to World Cup winner and European Championship winner. He runs on to a Thomas Mueller flick, sells Gary Cahill totally with a drop of the shoulder but then blasts miles over the top. Phenomenal atmosphere in Munich but it's now a sea of red! Frank Lampard (Chelsea) scored 3-2; Ivica Olic (Bayern) missed 3-2; Ashley Cole (Chelsea) scored 3-3; Bastian Schweinsteiger (Bayern) missed 3-3; Didier Drogba (Chelsea) scored 3-4 Vicky on text: "Re 1925. That is why I love football! He had to rely on Neuer to give him the bad news.". Bayern took the lead late in the second half through Thomas Müller,[6] but Didier Drogba equalised for Chelsea five minutes later to take the game to extra time, in which Arjen Robben missed an awarded penalty, Petr Čech saving the low drive. Bertino Miranda (Portugal) Franck Ribery beats one man and drives to the byeline, but that man Ashley Cole is there again. Cole is blocking everything!!". BBC Radio 5 live summariser, and former Manchester United defender, Steve Bruce: "The longer it goes, the better for Chelsea. They bottled it! "Re 1925. Claudio Pizarro, Brian Laudrup…". Munich look flat.". Still waiting for an apology from Redknapp for that dismal run, but I reckon we'll just be given the same old excuses instead.". David Luiz and Gary Cahill, both of whom have had recent injury worries, start in the centre of defence to compensate for the loss of captain John Terry. We should have team news for you in the next 20 minutes. 3-1 to Bayern.". Diego Contento crosses in from the left, Mario Gomez is free and connects beautifully with the volley - but it's two yards wide. Chelsea were appearing in their second final, having lost their first in 2008. 2136: Extra-time it is then. Now in the same position, Drogba sent Neuer the wrong way and put his kick into the bottom-left corner to win it for Chelsea. Not a huge amount of love flooding in from you lot for that first half. Chris, Chester, on text: "This reminds me of 1991 - Marseille were only team trying to score, but Red Star Belgrade sat back and won on pens.". Chelsea break out for the first time and send Didier Drogba away down the right but his cross is too long and drifts out of play. ", "Fitting that the great talisman Didier Drogba took the penalty that ended Chelsea's long wait to win the Champions League. Bayern win another corner - off Ashley Cole's hands. Duarte Gomes (Portugal), The final of the 2011–12 edition of the UEFA Champions League, following season's Champions League competition, Chelsea F.C. Particularly the stages at which Liverpool, Newcastle and Tottenham/Chelsea will enter the Europa league, I'm confused!!". The season we have had, the determination and spirit we have shown. Passion, fight, luck and teamwork. 2336: I wonder what the atmosphere in Munich is like right now. Petr Čech (Chelsea)[2] "He's [Drogba] been incredible for this club. the Italian screams. What a chance for Bayern! John Terry and Frank Lampard hoist the trophy up high - Chelsea are the Champions. For the sake of authenticity Alex, you'd have to ensure that the wife's side of the family vastly outnumbered the groom's. It's filling up at the Allianz - you getting excited yet? The fact [Gary] Cahill and [David] Luiz have been out means there is a higher risk of injury than others but anyone can get an injury. They are missing Luis Gustavo - the hatchet man in midfield - while left-back David Alaba and centre-half Holger Badstuber are also banned. "It was a rollercoaster ride," Cech said. Subs: Turnbull, Essien, Romeu, Torres, Malouda, Ferreira, Sturridge. 1815: For the sake of authenticity Alex, you'd have to ensure that the wife's side of the family vastly outnumbered the groom's. League, teams and player statistics. Uefa allowed it to happen so it's their responsibility.". BBC Radio 5 live summariser, and European Cup winner, Mark Lawrenson on Arjen Robben's missed penalty: "It was a poor penalty but it doesn't matter. Champions League 2011/2012 table, full stats, livescores. HT George on Twitter:external-link "Chelsea beware of making your interim manager permanent - look at what happened with Dalglish. There are five minutes left. What a hero of a footballer, £24 million well spent!". ", BBC World Service producer Joanne Smith in Munich: "Bayern fans flood to the beer garden exits - stunned silence here in Munich. "This reminds me of 1991 - Marseille were only team trying to score, but Red Star Belgrade sat back and won on pens.". "Today I faced six penalties and six times I went the right way. He scores the goals in the big games. Another chance for Mario Gomez at the back post as he runs on to a mishit effort from Franck Ribery, but he can't control it. They need to play the Italian way - not give away much at the back and hit on the break. How would anyone else feel coming to Old Trafford or Stamford Bridge against the home team for such a final...", BBC Sport's chief football writer Phil McNulty in Munich: "Lots of adverse comment about John Terry's place on the podium as Chelsea lifted the trophy. The Allianz Arena was announced by UEFA as the venue of the 2012 final on 30 January 2010, although the stadium was referred to as "Fußball Arena München" for the match, as UEFA does not recognise sponsorship by companies that are not among its partner organisations. Plan is to find a pub showing the game and hook up with some random Blues fans, then jump in a cab to the reception on final whistle. Max, a Chelsea fan on text: "Re 1703, Will Mario Gomez have a field day against our defence? I would be more disgusted with Gary Cahill being sold that 'dropped shoulder' by Gomez than the latter's awful miss!". We've been waiting for a glimpse of Didier Drogba, and here it is. Full marks to Vicky... 1956: Salomon Kalou is whistled for a foul - and what is that on his head? David Luiz and Gary Cahill, both of whom have had recent injury worries, start in the centre of defence to compensate for the loss of captain John Terry. And here's another one as Gary Cahill does brilliantly to clear from inside the goalmouth. ", "The question is can Chelsea keep the ball and cause a threat? What a season it was!". ", "Roberto Di Matteo has done something that not even 'the Special One' himself could do - win the Champions League with Chelsea. 2127: Chelsea have now got Fernando Torres on in place of Salomon Kalou. The club Chelsea are desperate to join: Alex Leach on Twitter:external-link "Cannot see Chelsea's makeshift defence holding out against Mueller, Ribery, Robben and Schweinsteiger. Surely Roman hasn't spent all that money to watch this. Can't believe Spurs won't be in the CL next season given the position we were in. Will Chelsea be there? Lahm went first and scored to Čech's left, as Čech got his fingertips to the ball but was unable to keep it out. Not too shabby at all. Let-off for Chelsea as Arjen Robben is released over the top by Franck Ribery. If this is Didier Drogba's last match for Chelsea he has certainly played his part. Chelsea, however, also had chances, with Salomon Kalou nearly finishing at the near post. Diego Contento replaces David Alaba and is likely to be joined in defence by Anatoliy Tymoshchuk, who is in for Holger Badstuber. 2047: Bayern out of the blocks quickly in the second period as Franck Ribery skips clear down the left and bullets in a cross which David Luiz clears on the stretch. BBC Sport's chief football writer Phil McNulty on Twitter: "The giant mosaic revealed by Bayern fans reads: "Our City.