Champions League Wrap: English Eliminated, EU-phoria

photo652The reputation of English football took a Cristiano Ronaldo-like dive in the latest round of Champions League matchups as both remaining clubs were eliminated from the competition. Barcelona’s Lionel Messi renewed his claim as the best footballer in the world by scoring 4 goals and knocking out London club Arsenal. German side Bayern Munich advanced at Manchester United thanks to another spectacular score by Dutchman Arjen Robben, despite trailing 3-0 early in the match. Lyon won the right to play Bayern setting up the most interesting France v Germany rematch since May 1940. Inter Milan advanced to the joy of their elated and fashionable fans. Semi-final fixtures take place April 20-21 with return legs the 27-28 before the May 22 finale.

Editor’s Note: The video you sent the linked to was removed before I could see it but I found a clip of Robben’s shot…

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