(Agencies)
Updated: 2008-04-24 09:06

The Frenchman almost broke the deadlock with a rasping drive seven minutes from time but Van der Sar beat the shot clear and then stopped a free kick by the former Arsenal player to ensure the game finished in a stalemate.

"We created more chances than Barcelona, and we feel very confident, played well, defended well, we play at home now and have a great chance," added Ronaldo.

Barca centre-back Marquez will miss the second leg after picking up a booking for a foul on the Portugal winger.

The winner of the tie will play Liverpool or Chelsea in the final in Moscow on May 21. The two Premier League sides drew 1-1 at Anfield in their first leg match on Tuesday.

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