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Classics: Madrid and Valencia take rivalry to another level

Friday, January 11, 2013

Steve McManaman recalls "one of those days when everything clicks" – when he scored in a dominant Real Madrid CF display in the 2000 UEFA Champions League final.

Steve McManaman celebrates after putting Madrid 2-0 up
Steve McManaman celebrates after putting Madrid 2-0 up ©Getty Images
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