It’s odd, but Europe’s most successful club can still reach new feats, set new records when they clash with Atletico Madrid in the Champions League final on Saturday.
Madrid’s top dogs will lock horns at the San Siro in Milan, as Los Blancos look to end the season with at least one piece of trophy with a win against their city rivals. Furthermore, several new records could be set in the weekend final. Here are the top six.
Cristiano to surpass his own record?
No player has scored more goals in a single Champions League season than the Portuguese ace, a record he set with his 17 goals en route to La Decima. With 16 strikes under his belt already, a brace in Milan could see the 31-year-old break his own record.
Zidane to smash the French manager Champions League hoodoo
Many have tried but failed; however, Zizou will be the next coach from the one-time World Cup winners to challenge for the trophy. The odds, though, are in the Bleues legend’s favor because of the following stat.
A 1st UCL final defeat on the cards for Los Blancos
- Real Madrid in UCL finals: 4 games, 4 wins
Los Blancos have never lost in the final hurdle since the competition’s new format began in 1993. However, this run could end on Saturday, given that Real Madrid have only won one of their last 10 Madrid derbies.
Real Madrid record in Champions League finals
— Real Madrid Stats (@RMadrid_Stats) May 28, 2016
Games: 4
Wins: 4
Losses: 0
Clean Sheets: 2
Goals For: 10
Goals Against: 2
Goal Difference: +8
Los Blancos one clean sheet away from overtaking Arsenal
The record stands at 10 clean sheets, with the Gunners and Los Blancos tied in 1st place. The Liga BBVA giants will move clear at the top, though, should they stop Atletico from scoring at San Siro.
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A record 11th win in Europe?
The Santiago Bernabeu side are already the tournament’s most successful side, with 10 trophies, but could strengthen their grip with an 11th title should they overcome Simeone’s boys.
A first loss with Mark Clattenburg officiating?
- Real Madrid’s record under the English referee: Played 5; won 5
Los Blancos have never lost a game officiated by the controversial English referee. Will this run end in the 2016 Champions League final?
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