2012 UEFA Champions League Final vs Bayern Munich
Chelsea win their first Champions League on penalties in Munich.
The 2012 UEFA Champions League final was played on 19 May 2012 at the Allianz Arena in Munich between Bayern Munich and Chelsea. It finished 1–1 after extra time and Chelsea won the penalty shoot-out 4–3 to take their first Champions League title, becoming the first London club to win the competition.
Quick Facts
- Date
- 19 May 2012
- Venue
- Allianz Arena, Munich
- Score
- Bayern 1–1 Chelsea (a.e.t.), Chelsea won 4–3 on penalties
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Background
Bayern were playing their ninth final; Chelsea their second, after losing in 2008. Playing in their own stadium, Bayern were the first finalists with home advantage since 1984. On the way, Chelsea knocked out Napoli, Benfica and the defending champions Barcelona.
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