Arjen Robben sees Saturday's final as "a dream come true" for FC Bayern München, and the Dutch winger lifts the lid on the hard work behind the scenes that made it all possible.
The Coaches: episode five
In the latest instalment of our seven-episode series, UEFA.com speaks to the likes of Roy Hodgson, Gérard Houllier and Ralf Rangnick about coping with the stresses of coaching.
Deschamps and Völler recall Marseille glory
As the UEFA Champions League final returns to Munich, we look back at Olympique de Marseille's 1993 triumph in the city with captain Didier Deschamps and striker Rudi Völler.
The making of Philipp Lahm
We trace the rise of the Bayern München captain, going back to the grassroots club where he began his career.
Trophy handover ups anticipation in Munich
Final ambassador Paul Breitner said the UEFA Champions League trophy "makes the heart of a football fan beat faster" after last week's handover to Munich of the famous silverware.
Breitner awaits Munich's return to spotlight
The 2011/12 UEFA Champions League will conclude at the Fußball Arena Munchen next May, and final ambassador Paul Breitner is already awaiting "the highlight of the whole season".
Collina answers your questions
Pierluigi Collina took charge of some of the biggest games in world football and now UEFA's chief refereeing officer answers your Facebook and Twitter questions from around the world.
The Coaches: episode three
UEFA.com speaks to a host of coaches including Jürgen Klopp, Laurent Blanc and Luciano Spalletti to learn their personal approaches to getting the most from their players.
Cole: Focus the key against Barça
With memories of his side's 2009 semi-final defeat by FC Barcelona still vivid, Chelsea FC's Ashley Cole has warned his side "not to take your eye off the ball for a minute" on Wednesday.
The Coaches: episode two
In the second of a seven-part series UEFA.com speaks to the best coaches in the business to discover how they assemble their backroom staff and pinpoint leaders in a squad.
The Coaches: part one
In the first of a seven-part series, UEFA.com speaks to the best coaches in the business to discover how they cope with the demands of media, fans and their own expectations.
2012 Trophy Tour triumphs in Mexico
Mexico City and Guadalajara gave a splendid start to the UEFA Champions League Trophy Tour, presented by Heineken – thanks also to Christian Karembeu and Edwin van der Sar.
Behind the scenes: a Wembley final in the making
Popular acclaim is still buzzing worldwide for FC Barcelona's superb showing in the 2011 UEFA Champions League Final. UEFA.com was behind the scenes for the setting of their Wembley stage ahead of the match against Manchester United FC and gives you a rare insight into how it was crafted.
UEFA Champions Festival opens in Munich
Visitors wasted little time trying out a whole host of activities as the four-day UEFA Champions Festival, now in its eighth year, got under way in Munich's Olympiapark on Wednesday.
Munich mini-pitch ensures final legacy
UEFA Champions League final ambassador Paul Breitner feels the donation of a mini-pitch to Munich will help to ensure a grassroots legacy for the host city once the showpiece is over.