The Brazilian midfielder missed out through suspension, but believes the side that beat Bayern Munich on their own turf will go down in local folklore and deserve to be respected.
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| Jubilant Chelsea winning team [Photo: Herald Sun] |
Chelsea managed to keep Bayern at bay until the 83rd minute when Thomas Muller netted, but powerful striker Diddier Drogba scored a thumping header to send the game into extra-time. Bayern’s Arjen Robben then had a spot-kick saved by Petr Cech, early on in extra time before Drogba tucked away the winning penalty in the shoot-out to hand his side the trophy.
Ramires, who missed the final through suspension, told ESPN Brazil: “I always said that Chelsea deserved to be respected. We managed to be strong in the Champions League.
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