LONDON, May 28 (Xinhua) -- Spanish giant Barcelona defeated Manchester United 3-1 to win the UEFA Champions League at Wembley on Saturday.

It's the fourth time that Barca were rewarded the premier honor of the European clubs competition.

Pedro Rodriuez put Josep Guardiola's team ahead with a low shot after 27 minutes, but United striker Wayne Rooney found the back of the net with a goal in the 34th minute.

Barca dominated the second half while Lionel Messi's swift shot give them the lead again in the 54th minute before David Villa added a third with 21 minutes to go.