Liverpool 3‑3 AC Milan (3‑2 pens) in 2005 stands as one of the greatest matches in football history. The Miracle of Istanbul saw Liverpool come back from 3‑0 down at half‑time to force extra‑time and win the UEFA Champions League on penalties. Gerrard sparked the revival, Smicer and Alonso completed the comeback, and Dudek produced unforgettable saves to seal a legendary European final in one of the most iconic games ever played.