Wembley's 2013 Clash
An analytical exploration of the historic all-German UEFA Champions League final between Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund.
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Match Overview
Historic All-German Final
The 2013 UEFA Champions League final was the culmination of the 2012โ13 season, marking the 58th edition of Europe's premier club football tournament. This final was historically significant as it was the first time two German clubs, Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich, competed against each other for the prestigious trophy.
The Venue
The iconic Wembley Stadium in London, England, hosted this momentous occasion on Saturday, 25 May 2013. This marked Wembley's seventh time hosting the European Cup/Champions League final, a testament to its status as a premier footballing venue.
The Outcome
Bayern Munich emerged victorious, defeating Borussia Dortmund 2โ1. Goals from Mario Mandลพukiฤ and the man of the match, Arjen Robben, secured Bayern's fifth European title, completing a remarkable treble season after winning the Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal.
Wembley Stadium: A Stage for Legends
Historic Ground
Wembley Stadium, England's national stadium, has a storied history of hosting major football finals. For the 2013 final, it was the seventh time the venue had hosted Europe's top club competition final, having previously hosted in 1963, 1968, 1971, 1978, 1992, and 2011.
Architectural Significance
The original Wembley Stadium, opened in 1923, was replaced by a state-of-the-art 90,000-capacity stadium that opened in 2007. The new Wembley's ability to host the final twice in three years (2011 and 2013) highlighted its modern capabilities and its role in celebrating football's heritage, including the 150th anniversary of The Football Association.
The Road to Wembley
Group Stage Journeys
Both finalists navigated challenging group stages. Borussia Dortmund topped Group D, while Bayern Munich secured first place in Group F. Their performances demonstrated consistency and resilience against strong European opposition.
Dortmund's Group D
Borussia Dortmund finished first in Group D, accumulating 14 points from 6 matches, ahead of Real Madrid. Their campaign included notable results such as a 1โ0 win against Ajax and a 2โ1 victory over Real Madrid.
| Pos | Team | Pld | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Borussia Dortmund |
6 | 14 |
| 2 |  Real Madrid |
6 | 11 |
| 3 |  Ajax |
6 | 4 |
| 4 |  Manchester City |
6 | 3 |
Bayern's Group F
Bayern Munich also secured top spot in Group F with 13 points, narrowly ahead of Valencia on goal difference. Key results included a 2โ1 win over Valencia and a dominant 6โ1 victory against Lille.
| Pos | Team | Pld | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bayern Munich |
6 | 13 |
| 2 | Valencia |
6 | 13 |
| 3 |  BATE Borisov |
6 | 6 |
| 4 |  Lille |
6 | 3 |
Knockout Stage Victories
Both teams demonstrated strong performances in the knockout stages, overcoming formidable opponents to reach the final.
| Borussia Dortmund | Round | Bayern Munich | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Opponent | Result | Opponent | Result | |||||
 Shakhtar Donetsk |
5โ2 agg. | Round of 16 | Arsenal |
3โ3 a agg. | ||||
| Mรกlaga CF |
3โ2 agg. | Quarter-finals |  Juventus FC |
4โ0 agg. | ||||
| Real Madrid |
4โ3 agg. | Semi-finals | Barcelona |
7โ0 agg. | ||||
Pre-Match Analysis
Ambassador & Officials
Former England international Steve McManaman served as the official ambassador for the final. The match was officiated by Nicola Rizzoli of Italy, supported by a team of Italian and Slovenian officials.
Opening Ceremony
The opening ceremony, titled "Battle of Kings," was directed by Hamish Jenkinson and Jonny Grant, featuring a performance inspired by activist Stephen Sutton. The official match ball was the Adidas Finale Wembley, designed to commemorate past Wembley finals.
Ticketing & Team News
Ticket sales saw immense demand, with over 500,000 requests from Borussia Dortmund fans alone. For team news, Dortmund's Mario Gรถtze was sidelined with a hamstring injury, while Bayern Munich missed Holger Badstuber and Toni Kroos due to injuries.
Match Dynamics
First Half
Borussia Dortmund began the match with intense pressure, dominating possession and creating several early chances. Bayern's goalkeeper Manuel Neuer was instrumental, making crucial saves to deny Dortmund's forwards. Despite Dortmund's territorial advantage, the first half ended goalless.
Second Half Drama
The second half saw Bayern Munich increase their intensity. Mario Mandลพukiฤ opened the scoring in the 60th minute. Dortmund equalized via an ฤฐlkay Gรผndoฤan penalty in the 68th minute after Reus was fouled in the box. Arjen Robben ultimately sealed the victory for Bayern with a late goal in the 89th minute, securing the trophy.
Match Details
The Scoreline
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Borussia Dortmund
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1โ2 |
Bayern Munich
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Match Statistics
First Half
| Goals scored | 0 | 0 |
|---|---|---|
| Total shots | 7 | 5 |
| Shots on target | 5 | 3 |
| Saves | 3 | 5 |
| Ball possession | 40% | 60% |
| Corner kicks | 5 | 3 |
| Fouls committed | 5 | 2 |
| Offsides | 0 | 2 |
| Yellow cards | 0 | 1 |
Second Half
| Goals scored | 1 | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Total shots | 5 | 9 |
| Shots on target | 3 | 6 |
| Saves | 4 | 1 |
| Ball possession | 44% | 56% |
| Corner kicks | 1 | 5 |
| Fouls committed | 6 | 5 |
| Offsides | 1 | 2 |
| Yellow cards | 1 | 1 |
Overall
| Goals scored | 1 | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Total shots | 12 | 14 |
| Shots on target | 8 | 9 |
| Saves | 7 | 6 |
| Ball possession | 42% | 58% |
| Corner kicks | 6 | 8 |
| Fouls committed | 11 | 7 |
| Offsides | 1 | 4 |
| Yellow cards | 1 | 2 |
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