weltschmerz

Congratulations to Liverpool and AC Milan, who'll be meeting in the Champions League final on 25 May in Istanbul. I'm glad the not-so-anonymous benefactor's millions didn't buy Chelsea the trophy, and even more pleased to see the supercilious smile wiped off Mourinho's face. And if it stops Gerrard swapping Liverpool for Chelsea — the lad bleeds red, literally and metaphorically — then good on him, I say.

It was heart-breaking to see PSV go out though. I can't stop raving about (i) Cocu's second goal, a superb volley across Dida executed at full stretch, which sadly turned out to be no more than a consolation, and (ii) Young-Pyo Lee's attacking forays from left-back and unerring ability to cross accurately with both feet. Beckham could learn a few tricks from him.

Tonight also saw the conclusion of The Apprentice (the UK version), won by Tim Campbell. Well done, buddy. There will be a second series, so get your applications in.

It was sweet how Tim kept going on about his mum, which leads nicely on to a reminder: don't forget Mother's Day (the non-UK version) this coming Sunday. And just as importantly, don't forget to vote tomorrow!