Zbigniew Boniek expects an open final: 'Juventus have the better defence, Barcelona the better attack'.
The Polish football legend won the Champions League final in 1985, though that occasion was tarnished by the Heysel Stadium disaster.
Asked by Gianluca Di Marzio to forecast tonight's game, he disagreed with the consensus that saw Barcelona as favourites.
“It's going to be a great match, between two excellent teams,” he said. “Allegri has a brilliant group, and some brilliant players.
Zbigniew Boniek expects an open final: 'Juventus have the better defence, Barcelona the better attack'.
The Polish football legend won the Champions League final in 1985, though that occasion was tarnished by the Heysel Stadium disaster.
Asked by Gianluca Di Marzio to forecast tonight's game, he disagreed with the consensus that saw Barcelona as favourites.
“It's going to be a great match, between two excellent teams,” he said. “Allegri has a brilliant group, and some brilliant players.
“I believe the match is going to be open, because Barcelona isn't so much stronger than Juventus.
“The Bianconeri's goalkeeper and defence have the edge, while the Blaugrana are stronger upfront.”