Sir Alex Ferguson has challenged Manchester United to join the pantheon of all-time greats.
Victory over Barcelona would allow United to become the first side to win back-to-back European Cups since it was rebranded in 1992.
Liverpool and Nottingham Forest achieved the feat in the 1970s. Now it is the Red Devils' turn to prove their worth.
"There have been a lot of unlucky teams in world football but when you look at the pantheon of great teams you need to have won the European Cup to have that tag," said Ferguson.
"There is no question about that. It has always been that way. Teams like Manchester United and Barcelona have to win the trophy to be regarded in that respect."
Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez has admitted he needs to be "almost perfect" with his recruitment this summer
The Reds have narrowly missed out on top spot this season after pushing Manchester United in the Barclays Premier League title race.
Benitez hopes his men can finish above the Red Devils next term but accepts that he will have to bolster his squad during the transfer window.
The Spaniard also believes that he does not have as much money at his disposal as Sir Alex Ferguson and must therefore make sure he does not make any mistakes.
"If we spend big money on one player and he's not successful for us, it's worse for us that it is for United," Benitez said.
"If they make one or two mistakes, because of the difference in money between us, they can spend £40-50m on players.
"We know that we have to be almost perfect in everything we do."
Monday, May 25, 2009
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