#5 Gianluigi Buffon is forever the bridesmaid
Trending
The narrative surrounding Juventus before the game revolved about Gianluigi Buffon – the veteran was desperate to fill the only gap in his CV – a Champions League medal. However, such is the life of a goalkeeper, that you could have a stellar performance, and still let in four goals.
Juventus’ famed backline, absolutely flawless for their entire Champions League campaign, completely collapsed in 45 minutes in the second half, as they let in more goals than they did in the entirety of the European campaign this season.
In stark contrast to Real Madrid’s iconic celebrations, this final will also be remembered for the heartbreaking sight of a distraught Buffon, disappointment writ large on his face after Madrid conceded the fourth goal and he gave up the ghost. Juventus will probably be lucky to make the UEFA Champions League final for another couple of years, and it is perhaps Gigi’s destiny to never lift the trophy he wants.
