1990 European Cup Final (Milan vs Benfica)
Rijkaard's goal beat Benfica in Vienna and kept the cup in Milan.
The 1990 European Cup final was played at the Praterstadion in Vienna on 23 May 1990 between the holders, Milan, and Benfica. Frank Rijkaard ran through the Benfica defence in the 68th minute to score the only goal of the match.
Quick Facts
- Event
- 1989–90 European Cup
- Date
- 23 May 1990
- Stadium
- Praterstadion
- City
- Vienna
- Referee
- Helmut Kohl (Austria)
- Attendance
- 58,000
Lore & Background
Milan were the last club to defend the title successfully until Real Madrid in 2017. The two clubs had also met in the 1963 final.
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