Champions League Trophy Arrives in London for Final

The UEFA Champions League trophy arrives in London ahead of the Champions League final at Wembley.

UEFA ambassador John Obi Mikel brought out the trophy in an opening ceremony held at Trafalgar Square in central London.

Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London, also present at the ceremony, is excited that the Champions League is back in London after 11 years.

The UEFA Champions League trophy has safely arrived in London ahead of the showpiece at Wembley, with fans of both finalists getting a chance to see it in person.

But after turning up at Regent Street expecting to see the famous cup, supporters of Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund were surprised by an amazing live performance too.

FedEx, an official sponsor of the UEFA Champions League, delighted those in attendance with the competition’s iconic anthem, performed by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and professional singers who emerged in full-voice from amongst the public to deliver a booming rendition.

The spine tingling performance occurred as the trophy was delivered to the center of London, two days before Real and Dortmund do battle to be crowned European champions.

Fans were also treated to an appearance from ex-Real Madrid star and UEFA Champions League winner, Claude Makelele, who turned heads as he walked the trophy through the crowds on Regent Street to coincide with the orchestra’s performance.

The former Chelsea and France midfielder placed the trophy on stage before delighting those in attendance by picking up a baton and conducting the orchestra to the anthem’s thrilling conclusion.

Makelele’s journey with the trophy actually began at UEFA HQ in Switzerland last week, when he collected the silverware and started the route to London.