Champions League Final: Arsenal 1-2 FC Barcelona (FULL TIME)
 

If anything this could prove to be the start of a good summer for Ronaldinho, who will have his first chance to show the American public exactly what he's made of before the World Cup begins in two weeks. All in all, this should be a great match, of course.

Mate, I can confidently say that American football fans already know how talented Ronaldinho is.

That Nike advert with him as a child is absolutely jaw dropping. I really hope to see Arsenal get a 5-0 drubbing tonight.

Ok, as a diehard Gunners fan, I'm offended by that. However, as a HUGE Ronaldinho/Deco fan... go Barca.

Also, soccer adverts are always the best. The one you're talking about, the Joga Bonito ads... fuck those are nice shoes. I bought a pair for the mini-worldcup we play here locally. They are like running on a cloud, and my crosses were hair perfect. Lovely boots.

Haha fucking seconded, scummy Arsenal. Also Ill be 50 notes up if Barca win tonight.

Oh and ignore Ronaldinho, he is good but he shouldnt be crowned the best player in the world. In all honesty, I really do think Henry is a far better player. He is the complete package and you will not find a better player anywhere.

Yea, but Henry is so spotty. I mean, I'm a huge Gunners fan (mostly because, well... fuck Man U) but Henry will be on fire one game, and then play like a fucking American the next.

I'm cheering for Arsenal tonight; because I think Barcelona can win next year (hehe!) and because Germany's only participant (Lehmann) is part of this awesome team =D

What? we can't play soccer that well??? gee... i don't think the Canadians made it to the World Cup did they???? hm...... nope.
Yes, there's not a huge stand-out American player like Henry, Ronaldinho, or Liverpool's Gerrard but don't count us out so early chief. We MIGHT surprise some people this summer.....

Now only if we can switch brackets w/another country....

HAHA....err I think its because Arsenal are a little too reliant on Henry, when he doesn't function the whole team doesn't function either, but Febregas is coming along nicely. Its a shame with Bergkamp and the Champions League I feel, because he's afraid of flying he doesn't see much Champions League football. (Although I'm sure he made the trip by ferry or train tonight)


I just think it should be Barcelona and Ronaldinho who should win it for all the magic he has shown us this season, at times where literally the opposion themelves have just stood there in awe and bumusement.

Now then you mention it

ROOOOOOOONEY

Mate, I live in Canada. I'm not from Canada. And also, I've seen your team. It's pretty easy when you buy out other players with citizenship and large contracts. And no, you won't surprise anyone. Sorry. Stick to your ladies team. They're pretty good.

Go Arsenal!!

(Liverpool fan, but I always support the English teams in European competitions unless they're playing another English side)

Rooney will be AWESOME on one foot, no doubt. Also, great striker. I won't deny that. The man is magic with a little space. And yea, Arsenal is WAY too dependant on Henry. The thing about the Gunners is that I've loved them for years (I'm a London boy) but I don't like this incarnation of the team too much. Too poncey not enough guts.

They need another Tony Adams, a Guttuso from Milan or a Roy Keane like figure that Manchester Utd had. They are not men you mess with unless you like not having any teeth left.

There were times literally where Jaap Stam used to clothes line forwards when he played in defence for Manchester United. Arsenal just need a bit of muscle, Alan Hansen has sad it on many occasions and its true when you really get into Arsenal physically they can't cope and many teams have spotted that.

I loved Jaap Stam, many. That guy is fucking crazy. You know who I think they should bring back? Vinnie Jones. There. I said it.

He was like an axe murder let loose on the football field.

I fucking love Vinnie Jones. I'd put him on the pitch. Especially after seeing Mean Machine. I'd also put Statham out there, too. Helluva keeper.

I'm deffo rooting for Arsenal on this one, mainly because I support any English team in Europe.

Got their work cut out for them though. Barca's a fooking tough team. Still, should be a good match.

Yea, my money would be on Barca, though my heart lies with the Gunners.

I feel robbed in a way because I really wanted to see an AC Milan and Barcelona final, easily the 2 best teams in the world. (Juve cheated to win Serie A).

I must say though the last two English finalists (Liverpool & Man utd) really have given us that magic, I suppose its not a good omen for the opposition. But for the pleasure and brilliance Ronaldinho has given us this year he deserves that cup.

Oh shit why is Venables doing the analysis for ITV T_T he just did the worst impression of Wenger I've ever seen (He sounded more like Hitler).

Says the Englishman...

Screw that I support Manchester United. (And Bolton Wanderers, oh the shame).

If Wenger goes for man on man marking Ronaldinho will run circles round him, they need a team effort. But consolation for Arsenal is that with Sol Campbell and Ashley Cole back they have a solid defence

watch If Arsenal lose, Henry is straight off to Barcelona, there I said it.

Double Post:
Anybody care to hazard a guess before the game starts???

For me 2-1 Baracelona (Ronaldinho and Eto for Barca, and Henry for Arsenal)

The first goal is the all important one though.

Also can somebody tell me why Colo Toure looks like Carlton from Fresh Prince of Bel Air?

2-2, Barca wins on PKs. Ronaldinho pots the 2 for Barca, and Pires and Henry for Arsenal.

P.S., I liked the BARCA in the crowd. :)

OOOOOOOOOO good save.

Barcelona look nervous, Henry doesn't.

Nice save on Henry there...might tell us how this match will go for FCB's defense.

Henry wants to score, apparently.

3 man mark on Ronaldinho ouch.

The long balls to Guilly and Eto are wonderful.

Eto is running circles round Aboue.