Where Manchester United's 2008/09 Champions League final squad vs Barcelona are now

The 2009 Champions League final saw Manchester United take on Barcelona in Rome.

Coming into the match as the reigning European champions, the Reds were oozing confidence. However, their opponents were a Barcelona side that had already captured the La Liga and Copa del Rey trophies.

Aiming to complete the Treble, Barca took a 1-0 lead before the 10-minute mark courtesy of a Samuel Eto'o goal. The striker dribbled past Nemanja Vidic before beating Edwin van der Sar at his near post. Barcelona were determined to double their lead and they made it 2-0 with 20 minutes to go as Lionel Messi headed home Xavi’s cross to secure Champions League glory.

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With United set to take on Barca in the Europa League, let’s take a look at where the United players are now who were picked for the 2008-09 Champions League final matchday squad.

1. Edwin van der Sar

Edwin van der Sar had only conceded three goals in the Champions League knockout stages prior to the final and was a key member of the United squad.

The defeat to Barca was his last game in a United shirt and it certainly did not go as he would have liked. The former goalkeeper is currently serving as Ajax's chief executive.

2. Patrice Evra

Patrice Evra was another important player in Sir Alex Ferguson’s United team. His ability to defend and provide an attacking outlet helped maintain balance in the United side.

After a successful playing career, Evra made regular appearances as a television pundit. The United legend recently made an appearance on BBC’s reality show Freeze the Fear with Wim Hof.

3. Rio Ferdinand

Rio Ferdinand is one of the best centre-backs in Premier League history. He was instrumental in