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The 1999 final – Schmeichel's swansong

Monday, November 18, 2013

We mark Peter Schmeichel's 50th birthday by hearing from the man himself on his last Manchester United FC appearance – the 1999 UEFA Champions League final.

The 1999 final – Schmeichel's swansong
The 1999 final – Schmeichel's swansong ©Getty Images
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