The Miracle of Istanbul: A Comeback for the Ages

The 2005 UEFA Champions League final between Liverpool and AC Milan is widely regarded as one of the most dramatic games in the history of soccer. The match, played in Istanbul's Ataturk Olympic Stadium, had all the makings of a classic showdown between two European giants. However, what transpired on the field was something beyond anyone's imagination. The first half saw Milan dominate Liverpool, scoring three goals and looking on course for a routine victory. But the second half was a different story altogether. Liverpool, led by a passionate Steven Gerrard, overcame all odds to score three goals in the space of just six minutes to take the game into extra time. The Philadelphian orchestra played "You'll Never Walk Alone," and Liverpool went on to win the penalty shoot-out, achieving a miracle that will be remembered forever.