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2005 Champions League Final: Liverpool vs. AC Milan

Event

The 2005 UEFA Champions League Final, also known as the Miracle of Istanbul, was a highly anticipated match between Liverpool and AC Milan. The event took place on May 25, 2005, at the Atatürk Olympic Stadium in Istanbul, Turkey. The match was a rematch of the 2005 UEFA Champions League Final, which Liverpool won 3-2 against AC Milan in a penalty shootout. The match was a thrilling encounter that saw both teams fight for the title, with Liverpool coming back from a 3-0 halftime deficit to tie the match 3-3 and ultimately win the title in a penalty shootout. The match was a testament to the resilience and determination of the Liverpool players, who refused to give up despite being down by three goals. The team's manager, Rafael Benítez, made several tactical changes during the halftime break, which helped to turn the tide of the match. The match was also notable for the heroics of Liverpool's captain, Steven Gerrard, who scored a crucial goal in the 54th minute to bring the score to 3-2. The match ended 3-3 after 90 minutes, and Liverpool went on to win the title in a penalty shootout. The match is widely regarded as one of the greatest comebacks in sports history, and it cemented Liverpool's place as one of the greatest teams in the world.