Eversince Cruyff`s "Dream Team" had won the European Cup in 1992, football aficionados all over the world had eagerly desired an encounter of both teams in the Champions League. Even though Capello had brought about a counter revolution against the attacking spirit his predecessor, Arrigo Sacchi, had instilled in the team, Milan was still perceived as playing "attractive" football during the 1991/92 season when they won the Scudetto without losing a single match. In 1992/93, the brandnew format named UEFA Champions League`s first season, Barcelona was eliminated in the 2nd round.