We didn't know until a few days beforehand that the Champions League Finals was happening in Rome the day after we arrive. For my American readers... think of it as the Superbowl of Europe for soccer, but it's bigger and crazier. When we exited the airport baggage claim area we saw someone holding "i need tickets" signs. Poor guy... he didn't even have a chance.
Barca fans celebrating our arrival into Rome. This was the day before the Finals.
Manchester fans cheering at lunch. This was during the afternoon of the day of Finals.
Barca fans celebrating on the street outside of our apartment after winning the Finals. This was about 1 hour after the game had ended.