Real Madrid celebrates anniversary of 2017 Champions League win
Real Madrid celebrates anniversary of 2017 Champions League win
Updated at: June 3, 2026 at 02:00 AM
On June 3, 2017, Real Madrid achieved a historic milestone at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, Wales.
This triumph was particularly historic because Real Madrid became the first club in the Champions League era to successfully defend their title.
Under the guidance of Zinedine Zidane, the team displayed clinical efficiency that perfectly complemented their spectacular season, during which they also won the La Liga title.
While Juventus challenged them early with a stunning bicycle kick from Mario Mandžukić, Real Madrid took command in the second half.
Cristiano Ronaldo was the star of the night, scoring twice and reaching his 600th career goal, eventually earning the Man of the Match award.
This match remains a landmark in football history, showcasing the attacking dominance that defined Zidane’s legendary managerial tenure.
It serves as a reminder of a squad that could overwhelm even the toughest opponents on the grandest stage of world football.
