Overview

• Luis Enrique’s daughter Xana died of cancer in 2019 at age nine and he wore a shirt dedicated to her during the Champions League celebrations.
• In a post-match interview he said her spirit remains with him regardless of victory or defeat.
• Sky presenter Federica Masolin, who is expecting a child, became tearful on air and was assisted by Javier Cambiasso to continue the broadcast.
• He paused to applaud Inter players after the final as a gesture of respect and sportsmanship following PSG’s triumph.
• The tribute has inspired global admiration for his personal resilience and highlighted a human touch in elite sports coverage.