Ferdinand: This time we’ll be real United

RIO FERDINAND has never watched the 2009 Champions League final but images in his mind remain as vivid today as they were when he was going through the whole shattering experience.

No-one at Old Trafford, from Alex Ferguson down, remembers the Rome showpiece with any fondness.

Going into the match as favourites, Manchester United were ambushed by a Barcelona side that has gone on to be hailed as one of the best ever.