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Milan Istanbul Collapse

2005 • Soccer • Team Mistake • Champions League Collapse
Milan Istanbul Collapse — SportsMistakes artwork

THE STORY

On May 25, 2005, at Istanbul's Atatürk Olympic Stadium, AC Milan led Liverpool 3–0 at halftime in the UEFA Champions League final. Liverpool mounted a remarkable comeback, scoring three goals in six minutes to equalize. The match proceeded to extra time and a penalty shootout, where Liverpool triumphed 3–2, securing their fifth European Cup. (uefa.com)

TEAMS / PEOPLE: AC Milan, Liverpool

WHY IT MATTERS

This match, known as the 'Miracle of Istanbul,' is celebrated for Liverpool's unprecedented comeback and is regarded as one of the greatest finals in football history.

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