Rome

27 May 2009

New York (Chinatown Newswire) — With an epic Champions League final between Manchester United and Barcelona only hours away, the Newswire once again gained access to Coach Stochl’s archive to provide a few exclusive photos of the two opposing teams.

Sir Alex delivers a team talk during United’s visit to the States in 2004.

Gary Neville leads the rest of the squads around Giants Stadium during open practice.

Rio Ferdinand pleases the American fans with his immaculate touch during a training match.

Samuel Eto’o shows off his skills during Barcelona’s visit to Manhattan’s West Side last year.

Mexican powerhouse Rafa Márquez misses tonight’s match due to injury.

Former Manchester United defender Gerard Piqué will line up against his old team for Barcelona in Rome.