Messi, Pirlo, Xavi, Pogba – stars of the Champions League final

Two veterans, a living legend and a young star will be centre of attention in Berlin on Saturday night

Barcelona's Argentinian forward Lionel Messi
(Image credit: SAKIS SAVVIDES/AFP/Getty)

The European football season reaches its climax on Saturday, as Barcelona face Juventus in the Champions League final. Some of the biggest names in world football will be taking part, but two will be bidding farewell to Europe after glittering careers.

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