Over the past few decades, the football world has seen some genuinely iconic comebacks – games that were full of emotion, drama, goals, and, most importantly, heartbreak.
These comebacks were praised for their unlikely nature, significant stakes, and memorable moments that enthralled football supporters and helped to define the history of the UEFA Champions League.
1. PSG 6-1 Barcelona (2017, Round of 16)
Famously known as La Remontada, Barcelona overcame a 4-0 first-leg deficit by scoring three goals after the 87th minute to win 6-1 and progress 6-5 overall.
2. Liverpool 3–3 AC Milan (Liverpool wins on penalties in the 2005 Final)
Liverpool won the Miracle of Istanbul on penalties after scoring three goals in six minutes after falling down 3-0 at the interval.
3. AC Milan 4–0 Deportivo La Coruña (2004, quarterfinal)
Deportivo advanced 5–4 overall after suffering a 4–1 loss in Milan and a spectacular 4-0 triumph at home.
1. Barcelona 6-1 PSG (2017, Round of 16)
Barcelona, renowned as La Remontada, won 6-1 and advanced 6-5 overall after rallying from a 4-0 first-leg deficit with three goals after the 87th minute.
2. AC Milan 3–3 Liverpool (Liverpool won the 2005 Final on penalties.)
After trailing 3-0 at halftime, Liverpool scored three goals in six minutes to win the Miracle of Istanbul on penalties.
3. Deportivo La Coruña 4–0 AC Milan (2004, quarterfinal)
After a thrilling 4-0 victory at home and a 4-1 setback in Milan, Deportivo advanced 5–4 overall.
6. Ajax 2–3 Tottenham (2019, Semi-final)
Tottenham came back from 3–0 down on aggregate, with Lucas Moura scoring a second-half hat-trick, including a last-minute winner, to go through on away goals.
7. Chelsea 4–1 Napoli (2012, Round of 16)
After a 3–1 away loss, Chelsea won 4–1 in extra time at Stamford Bridge to move forward 5–4 on aggregate.
8. Manchester United 2–1 Bayern Munich (1999 Final)
United scored twice in stoppage time to snatch victory and complete their historic treble.
9. Monaco 3–1 Real Madrid (2004, Quarter-final)
Monaco reversed a 4–2 first-leg loss with a 3–1 home win, advancing on away goals (5–5 aggregate).
10. Juventus 3–1 Real Madrid (2018, Quarter-final)
Juventus nearly erased a 3–0 first-leg defeat, leading 3–0 in Madrid before a last-minute penalty sent Real through.
These comebacks show why the Champions League is the most exciting football competition, where anything can happen and big moments make history.
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