The "Miracle of Istanbul": The Greatest Champions League Comeback Ever Seen

On May 25, 2005, AC Milan and Liverpool met for a highly-anticipated Champions League final in Istanbul. When Milan quickly scored two goals in the first 45 minutes, many thought the game was already over. However, Liverpool was not ready to give up. In the second half, Liverpool came back with three goals in just 15 minutes, including an incredible 25-yard distance strike from Steven Gerrard to tie the game. With the score tied at 3-3, the game went into extra time. Milan continued to apply pressure, but it was Liverpool's goalkeeper, Jerzy Dudek, who made an incredible double save to keep the game tied. The game then went into a penalty shootout, and Liverpool ultimately triumphed with a 3-2 victory. The final was a dramatic, rollercoaster ride that will long be remembered as one of the greatest comebacks in the history of soccer.