Thomas Tuchel knew his side were going to win the Champions League tonight - although he never publicly admitted it. The Chelsea boss has etched his name into Stamford Bridge folklore less than six months into his tenure after delivering the greatest prize of all.
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"For Kai, I was so happy," Tuchel said. "It would have been nice in the moment to have gone 2-0 up though!
"It's so hard to defend, there was deflected shots, throw ins, long balls but we got out the other side.
"It was very intense on the sideline, very fast. It was a tough match to step in, step out constantly and not lose your shape."
Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount added: "I can't put it into words. It's impossible. I just mentioned then that I've played in two finals for Chelsea and we lost them both. The way that hurt... It's all I've dreamt winning a trophy with Chelsea. To go all the way in the Champions League.
Chelsea enjoyed a famous night in Porto after winning the Champions League (Image: GETTY)
"We played some tough teams. We are in a final and we won it. It's such a special occasion. At this moment in time, we're the best team in the world. You can't take that away from us!
"What a team Man City are. You have seen what they did in the Premier League. It was such a tough game. We got a goal and defended the whole game. We left everything on the line and we won.
"What can I say? Loads of staff that have come through... It is unbelievable. My dad has just come down from the stands. I burst into tears seeing him. I thank my family for everything.
"To be at this moment now going into the Euros... Some of the boys from City will be meeting up with us and I know that will be hard. I spoke to them, they deserved to be here. It's tough for them but hopefully next season we'll be pushing for the Premier League as well."