This Day In Football History
Tuesday, May 31, 2011

31 May 2009 - Capo Di Tutti Capocannoniere

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On 31 May 2009, Inter striker Zlatan Ibrahimović's 81st-minute backheel on Serie A's last day won the match and made him the season...
Monday, May 30, 2011

30 May 1957 - For Fiorentina, It's Close But No Cigar

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On 30 May 1957, Real Madrid won their second consecutive European Cup, beating Fiorentina 2-0. Real Madrid were the defending champions whil...
Sunday, May 29, 2011

29 May 2006 - An Idea Ahead Of Its Time

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On 29 May 2006, the Republic of St. Pauli and Gibraltar kicked off the FIFI Wild Cup with a 1-1 draw. Organized by FC St. Pauli, the Wild Cu...
Saturday, May 28, 2011

28 May 2003 - So The Lesson Is He Who Has Seedorf, Wins

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On 28 May 2003, Juventus and AC Milan needed a penalty shootout to decide the first all-Italian Champions League Final. Played before a crow...
Friday, May 27, 2011

27 May 2000 - A Century Of Silverware

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On 27 May 2000, Rangers defeated Aberdeen in the Scottish Cup Final, making them the first club in the world to secure 100 major trophies. ...
Thursday, May 26, 2011

26 May 1982 - "Oh It Must Be, And It Is!"

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On 26 May 1982, Aston Villa won the European Cup over Bayern Munich with an outstanding performance from an unlikely hero. Playing before a ...
Wednesday, May 25, 2011

25 May 1901 - Take Me To The River

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On 25 May 1901, Club Atlético River Plate was founded in Buenos Aires. With a record 34 titles, they are the most successful team in Primera...
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