On May 25, 2005, the world of soccer witnessed an unforgettable match between two of Europe's giant clubs - AC Milan and Liverpool, in the UEFA Champions League final. The match was played in the backdrop of Atatürk Olympic Stadium in Istanbul, Turkey, with nearly 70,000 soccer fans cheering for their teams. It began as usual, with AC Milan storming into a 3-0 lead within the first 45 minutes. Many spectators and fans thought the match was over for Liverpool. However, the reds staged an incredible comeback, scoring three goals in the second half to take the match into extra time and eventually winning the game on penalties. Steven Gerrard, the Liverpool captain, was a hero in this match, scoring a crucial goal to make it 3-1 and then assisted for the equalizer. A match that many fans still fondly recall as the Miracle of Istanbul, it will forever be remembered as one of the most dramatic and memorable games in soccer history.