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All of the European finals are set for UEFA’s continental competitions and while no English teams may be remaining at this stage, there are quite a few intriguing stories to watch. Bayer Leverkusen have already set a record for the longest unbeaten streak in the post World War II era with 49 consecutive matches without a loss, and they’ll face Atalanta as the German side chases a treble this season.
Continuing with the Budesliga’s success in European competition this season, Borussia Dortmund have defied the odds behind strong performances from Gregor Kobel in net but they’ll need even more from him to topple Real Madrid in the Champions League final. Finally, in Conference Leauge, Olympiacos will essentially have a home game after bouncing Aston Villa, clashing with Fiorentina as Italian teams lead the way along with Germany with two each featuring in finals.
But looking at each match, who will emerge victorious?
Champions League final: Borussia Dortmund vs. Real Madrid
Date: Saturday, June 1 | Time: 3 p.m. ET
Location: Wembley Stadium — London, England
TV: CBS | Stream: Paramount+
When Real Madrid aren’t at their best is somehow when they pull off some of their best results under Carlo Ancelotti. From miraculous comebacks to dominant attacking performances, when Real Madrid are in full flow, they’re a joy to watch but due to injuries and rotation, that has rarely been the case this season. It hasn’t mattered much as they’re on track to win La Liga and are one victory from a Champions League title. But with Marco Reus leaving Dortmund following the season, that could be enough to push the Black and Yellow to a spectacular result and a storybook ending to his career.
As Jude Bellingham faces off against his former team, there are plenty of things to watch in the match but it could come down to the goalkeepers. While Kobel has been in top form, Thibaut Courtois has set the…
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