European titans Manchester United and Barcelona vie for the UEFA Champions League final ticket in a crunch semi-final at Old Trafford.

Both sides had a disappointing weekend domestically, as United lost 2-1 at Chelsea, while Barca were outclassed by Deportivo La Coruna. However, the Catalans are in a more critical situation as they have one last chance to save their miserable season. Rijkaard's team have lately managed only one win in nine games in the Primera Liga, but the Dutchman calls for self-belief against the Premiership champions.

Both teams have rested a handful of players in an attempt to have a fresh squad. Messi, Xavi and Eto'o were all rested against Deportivo, while on the other hand, Ronaldo and Hargreaves were rested.

Regarding teams news, Sir Alex Ferguson is sweating on the fitness of two key men, center-half Vidic and striker Rooney. The pair missed training on Monday after the former pulled up with a strain against Chelsea and Vidic suffered a facial injury in the same game. On the other hand, Barca welcome back skipper Puyol, who was suspended in the first leg goalless draw, but Marquez misses out.

Verdict: A score draw looks on the cards and thus Barcelona in the final.

Good Luck

Pick : Barcelona +1/2
Odds : 1.93
Stake : 6 / 10
Bookmaker : BetInternet
Date : 2008-04-29
Match Result : 1-0
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