But for Bale, born in the Welsh capital, it would be that little bit sweeter as he can celebrate with family and friends so nearby.
Here are the other five others who enjoyed the most familiar of victories.
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Talisman
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Enrique Mateos and Miguel Munoz, Real Madrid — Madrid: 1957
Real Madrid captain Miguel Munoz with Roger Byrne before 1957 semi-finalPA:Press Association
After winning the inaugural European Cup in Paris, Real Madrid retained their trophy in front of their home fans at the Bernabeu.
Munoz would manage Los Blancos to two further victories — in 1960 and 1966.
Alex Stepney, Manchester United — London: 1968
Alex Stepney smiles on as Sir Bobby Charlton holds aloft the European CupGetty ImagesAlex Stepney was Manchester United’s only London-born player in 1968Getty Images
United became England’s first European champions when they beat Benfica 4-1 after extra-time.
Sir Bobby Charlton was the hero as the skipper scored two, while George Best hit a sublime second and Brian Kidd got in on the act on his 19th birthday.
But London-born goalkeeper Stepney was able to enjoy the success at Wembley.
Angelo Di Livio, Juventus — Rome: 1996
Angelo Di Livio celebrates as Juventus win Champions League in RomeGetty Images
Marcello Lippi led the Bianconeri to success over Louis van Gaal’s Ajax after a tense penalty shoot-out.
Despite boasting 13 Italian players in their squad, only Di Livio was born in Rome.
The midfielder replaced Paulo Sousa midway through the second half at the Stadio Olimpico.
Nicolas Anelka, Real Madrid — France: 2000
Nicolas Anelka celebrates winning Champions League with Real Madrid in ParisGetty Images
Many questioned Anelka’s big-money move from Arsenal to Real Madrid — but it instantly paid dividends.
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