69 years since the second European Cup
On May 30, 1957, Real Madrid defeated Fiorentina at the Bernabéu (2-0).
69 years ago, Real Madrid won the second of its 15 European Cups. The final took place in a special venue, as it was played at the Santiago Bernabéu. On May 30, 1957, madridista fans watched their team defend the continental champion title, which they had won the previous year in the tournament's inaugural edition. The opponent on this occasion was Fiorentina. Di Stéfano scored the opening goal in the 70th minute, and shortly after, Gento sealed the final with the second goal by outmaneuvering the Italian goalkeeper.
On the road to the Second, Real Madrid faced a tough matchup against Rapid Vienna in the first round, which required a playoff match. Nice and Manchester United were the opponents in the quarterfinals and semifinals, respectively. Thanks to the victory over Fiorentina, our team secured its first-ever double of the League and the European Cup that season.
TECHNICAL DETAILS:
2- Real Madrid: Alonso, Torres, Marquitos, Lesmes II, Muñoz, Zárraga, Kopa, Mateos, Di Stéfano, Rial, and Gento.
0- Fiorentina: Sarti, Magnini, Orzan, Cervato, Scaramucci, Bizzarri, Segato, Julinho, Gratton, Virgili, and Montuori.
Goals:
1-0 (min. 70): Di Stéfano, from the penalty spot.
2-0 (min. 76): Gento.
Referee: Leo Horn (Netherlands).
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