Deadly duo on the mark

Two of Europe’s thoroughbred strikers provided the vital inspiration for their respective clubs on a dramatic night in the Champions League.

Deadly duo on the mark
Wed, 27 Nov, 2002 - 06:08

Two of Europe’s thoroughbred strikers provided the vital inspiration for their respective clubs on a dramatic night in the Champions League.

Ruud van Nistelrooy struck two goals as Manchester United came from behind to beat Basle 3-1, while Andrei Shevchenko scored the only goal to lift AC Milan to a 1-0 win over Real Madrid.

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