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Inter end long wait to claim European crown again

Sunday, December 26, 2010

It was 45 years coming but for FC Internazionale Milano the wait proved worthwhile as they overcame big opposition en route to a UEFA Champions League final win against FC Bayern München.

Inter celebrate with the UEFA Champions League trophy in Madrid
Inter celebrate with the UEFA Champions League trophy in Madrid ©Getty Images
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