Champions League: Zidane, Simeone and a coaching revolution

Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid managers epitomise a new era of super-coaches at the top of the game

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Diego Simeone of Atletico Madrid greets Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane ahead of a derby
(Image credit: Getty)

The Champions League final between Real Madrid and their city rivals, Atletico Madrid, is not just a local derby that will decide the kings of Europe. It is a clash between two managers who embody very different philosophies - but share one vital attribute.

Real's Zinedine Zidane is a Galactico in charge of a team of Galacticos, while street-fighter Diego Simeone of Atleti has built a band of brothers in his image.

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