Self-appointed kings of the Champions League, Real Madrid go for a 15th European crown against Borussia Dortmund in Saturday's final, but the competition may cease to exist if the Spanish giants get their way.For the first time last season one of European football's state-backed projects, Abu Dhabi-backed Manchester City, lifted the Champions League -- thrashing Madrid 5-1 on aggregate in the semi-finals.
Whether they admit it or not, there is no doubt Real Madrid consider themselves favourites to beat Borussia Dortmund on Saturday and win a record-extending 15th Champions League trophy.Mbappe tried and failed to bring a first, badly coveted Champions League trophy to Paris over the past seven years.
Carlo Ancelotti says Real Madrid’s preparations for the Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund on Saturday are ‘to be enjoyed’