Robben's late goal gives Bayern fifth European title
Arjen Robben struck in the 89th minute to guide Bayern Munich to a 2-1 victory.
London, England (Sports Network) -
Arjen Robben chose the perfect time to score his first goal in a Champions League final.
The Dutchman struck in the 89th minute at Wembley on Saturday to guide Bayern Munich to a 2-1 victory over Borussia Dortmund, leading the club to its fifth European title.
Bayern grabbed the lead in the first all-German Champions League final as Mario Mandzukic opened the scoring in the 60th minute, but Ilkay Gundogan equalized from the penalty spot eight minutes later.
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Robben helps Bayern regain its European throne
By Chris Ravita, Soccer Editor
Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) -
When it comes to European competition, Bayern Munich has become accustomed to assuming the role of the bridesmaid in recent years.
The Bavarians reached the Champions League final in 2010 but suffered a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Inter Milan at the Bernabeu.
After a one-year absence from the title match of Europe's most prestigious club competition, Bayern looked like it would win last season's final. Thomas Muller struck in the 83rd minute at the Allianz Arena, Bayern's home ground, to give the club a 1-0 lead over Chelsea, but the Blues went on to equalize through Didier Drogba five minutes later and eventually win the title on penalties.
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