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The Arsenal and Barcelona teams line up before the match
The Arsenal and Barcelona teams line up before the match. Barcelona 2:1 Arsenal. UEFA Champions League Final. Stade de France, Paris, 17/5/06. Credit: Arsenal Football Club / Mike King
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Great image capturing the tense atmosphere before the UEFA Champions League Final between Arsenal and Barcelona at Stade de France, Paris on May 17,2006. The iconic photo shows both teams lining up before the kick-off, with the score yet to be decided. Barcelona, led by the likes of Ronaldinho, Deco, and Samuel Eto'o, had already taken a 2-0 lead over Arsenal, who were determined to make a comeback with their star players Thierry Henry, Robert Pires, and Sol Campbell. The Arsenal players, dressed in their red and white stripes, stand with focused expressions, ready to take on the formidable Barcelona team. The Barcelona players, in their blue and red stripes, exude confidence, having taken an early lead in the match. The crowd at Stade de France, a sea of colors and emotions, can be seen in the background, adding to the excitement of the moment. This classic match between Arsenal and Barcelona is remembered as one of the most thrilling encounters in the history of the UEFA Champions League. Despite Barcelona's strong start, Arsenal managed to pull off a dramatic comeback, with Henry scoring a crucial goal in the 80th minute, followed by a late equalizer by Eboue in stoppage time. The match went into extra time, where Barcelona's Samuel Eto'o scored the winning goal, securing a 3-2 victory for the Spanish team. This photo is a testament to the passion, skill, and determination displayed by both teams on that historic night in Paris. It is a reminder of the beauty and excitement of football, and the unforgettable moments that make the UEFA Champions League so special.
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