Real Madrid super hero Sergio Ramos says Real Madrid are ready for their appointment with history as the Spanish club aim to become the first team for 27 years to win consecutive Champions League titles.
Not since AC Milan in 1989 and 1990 has a side conquered Europe two years in a row, but holders Real can equal that impressive feat if they defeat Juventus in Cardiff on Saturday.
Having beaten Atletico Madrid in last season’s final, Real are chasing their third Champions League victory in four years and the club’s 12th in total.
Ramos knows what it takes to succeed on the grandest stage after playing in Real’s two most recent European triumphs and the Spain defender has challenged his team-mates to embrace the historic implications of beating Juventus.
“Tomorrow we have an appointment with history,” Ramos told a press conference at the Principality Stadium on Friday.
“We never dreamed of this opportunity, but the stats are there.
“It’s a wonderful chance to take the cup home, then history speaks for itself.
“We’re extremely excited about the chance to have two successive Champions League trophies.”
Real arrive in Cardiff already on a high after winning the Spanish title for the first time in five years.