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The 2014 Champions League final in Lisbon, where Real Madrid faced Atlético Madrid, sparked a superstition that the team scoring the opening goal will ultimately lift the trophy. Since then, every final has seen the early scorer emerge as the champion, benefitting clubs such as Real Madrid, Barcelona, Liverpool, PSG and Chelsea.
Atlético’s early strike in 2014 failed to deliver the title, creating a “first‑goal curse” that has persisted. Data from 2014 to 2026 confirms the pattern across all finals.
Analysts suggest the trend may influence managerial tactics and pre‑match preparations. The phenomenon continues to fascinate fans and pundits alike.
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