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Classics: Bayern's cause for final caution

Tuesday, May 7, 2013

When FC Bayern München come to England for the UEFA Champions League final they can be forgiven for thinking back to a loss 14 years ago against a Premier League team in Barcelona.

Classics: Bayern's cause for final caution
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