Best Champions League Comebacks Ever: Istanbul 2005 and more

The UEFA Champions League is renowned for its dramatic matches and astonishing comebacks.

Over the years, several teams have defied the odds to secure unforgettable victories. Here, we rank the top five greatest comebacks in Champions League history.

5. Deportivo La Coruña vs. AC Milan (2003/04 Quarter-finals)

First Leg: AC Milan 4-1 Deportivo La Coruña

Second Leg: Deportivo La Coruña 4-0 AC Milan

In the 2003/04 quarter-finals, Deportivo La Coruña faced a daunting task after being thrashed 4-1 by AC Milan in the first leg.

However, the Spanish side staged an extraordinary comeback at the Riazor. Goals from Walter Pandiani, Juan Carlos Valerón, and Albert Luque saw them lead 3-0 by half-time.

A fourth goal from substitute Fran González sealed a historic 4-0 victory, sending Deportivo to the semi-finals with a 5-4 aggregate win.

4. Roma vs. Barcelona (2017/18 Quarter-finals)

First Leg: Barcelona 4-1 Roma

Second Leg: Roma 3-0 Barcelona

After a 4-1 defeat at the Camp Nou, Roma’s chances seemed slim.

Yet, at the Stadio Olimpico, Edin Džeko’s early goal set the tone for an unforgettable night.

Daniele De Rossi’s penalty and Kostas Manolas’s header completed a stunning 3-0 victory, securing Roma’s place in the semi-finals on away goals, tied 4-4 on aggregate.

3. Manchester United vs. Paris Saint-Germain (2018/19 Round of 16)

First Leg: Manchester United 0-2 Paris Saint-Germain

Second Leg: Paris Saint-Germain 1-3 Manchester United

Manchester United’s hopes appeared dashed after a 2-0 home defeat.

In the return leg, Romelu Lukaku scored twice, but Paris still held the aggregate advantage.

Deep into added time, a controversial handball decision went United’s way, and Marcus Rashford converted the penalty, sealing a 3-1 win and progressing on away goals.

2. Liverpool vs. Barcelona (2018/19 Semi-finals)

First Leg: Barcelona 3-0 Liverpool

Second Leg: Liverpool 4-0 Barcelona

Barcelona seemed certain to reach the final after a dominant 3-0 win at Camp Nou.

However, at Anfield,…

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Publish date : 2024-05-30 06:00:00

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