Today’s Champions League draw in Nyon passed without the drama of 2006.
The excitement of the occasion was too much for French presenter Carole Rousseau, who fainted before the first ball was drawn. She was able to continue after a glass of water, underlining the importance of hydration when you’re working on your feet.
We also learnt that the G in Stevie G doesn’t stand for “gallant”. Gerrard stood with his hands behind his back as Rousseau went sprawling. He was probably admiring the convincing way she went to ground.
This is how Goal.com reported Wednesday’s Champions League draw between Juventus and BATE. The game at the Stadio Olimpico finished goal-less.
Well, I thought it was funny. Someone at Goal clearly disagreed. A few hours later, it was swapped for the sterile “Juve Top Group H Despite BATE Draw”. I guess that’s why I don’t read Goal…
This video from a Champions League clash between Benfica and Manchester United is well worth a look, even though the footage flickers. Watch Cristiano Ronaldo’s hands very carefully.
Blowing snot out of your nose without a hankie is generally frowned upon (ask your mum if you don’t believe me.) Wiping it in someone else’s hair is the action of a bad, bad man. Poor Nuno Gomes thought it was a friendly pat on the head and returned the favour. If Ronaldo’s prepared to do that to his compatriot, how far would he go to get one up on someone who isn’t Portuguese?
Alessandro Del Piero turned the clock back on Wednesday night with a virtuoso Champions League performance. The Italian striker, who is 34 today, grabbed two goals as Juventus defeated Real Madrid 2-0 in Spain.
The video highlights show both strikes, including the second-half free-kick which sealed the points for Juve. You’ll also be able to see the incredible reaction of the home fans to Del Piero’s performance. Despite being the architect of Real’s downfall, the Bernabéu crowd rose as one to applaud him off the pitch when he was substituted in injury time.
