The true classics are the exceptions: In recent years, perhaps only Liverpool’s extraordinary win in 2005, Chelsea’s remarkable resistance in 2012 and Bayern’s most recent victory, in 2013, could justify that description. Both Bayern and P.S.G. has been built to win this tournament; Bayern is on the cusp of a domestic and European treble. Bayern’s imperious form — particularly that dismantling of Barcelona — has been enough for most to assume the German team is the favorite, but P.S.G. That is precisely how a Champions League final should be poised.

Source: New York Times August 23, 2020 02:15 UTC