2005.
About That Game is a series looking at the data stories underpinning classic matches. This edition looks back at the Miracle of Istanbul, in which Liverpool came from 3-0 down to Milan at half-time to eventually lift the UEFA Champions League trophy after a penalty shootout.
When did Liverpool win in Turkey?
25 May 2005
2005 UEFA Champions League Final
| Match programme cover | |
|---|---|
| Event | 2004–05 UEFA Champions League |
| After extra time Liverpool won 3–2 on penalties | |
| Date | 25 May 2005 |
| Venue | Atatürk Olympic Stadium, Istanbul |
Who did LFC beat in Istanbul?
The match was remarkable for the fact that AC Milan had taken a 3-0 lead in the first half, only for Liverpool to mount an impressive comeback and level the score in the space of 6 second half minutes. As such, the match is often referred to by Liverpool fans as the Miracle of Istanbul.
What cup did Liverpool win in 2005?
Article summary. It is 15 years since Liverpool’s remarkable 2005 UEFA Champions League final triumph.
Who played for Liverpool in 2005?
Squad Liverpool FC – Season 05/06
| # | player | Joined |
|---|---|---|
| – | Jerzy Dudek Goalkeeper | Aug 31, 2001 |
| – | Scott Carson Goalkeeper | Jan 21, 2005 |
| – | David Martin Goalkeeper | Jan 12, 2006 |
| – | Jamie Carragher Centre-Back | Jul 1, 1996 |
What is the most successful football club in Turkey?
Fenerbahçe
Fenerbahçe are the most successful club including championships before the start of Süper Lig (1959), having won 28 titles in total so far.
What is the biggest defeat of Liverpool?
Record defeat: 1–9 against Birmingham City in Second Division, 11 December 1954. Record defeat at Anfield: 0–6 against Sunderland in First Division, 19 April 1930. Record-scoring defeat: 2–9 against Newcastle United in First Division, 1 January 1934.
Is LFC Catholic or Protestant?
Catholic
An echo of sectarian divisions can still be heard in football, so try not to confuse the two teams (as Michael Howard did at the beginning of his career). Liverpool are the Catholic team and play in red at Anfield.
What is Liverpool’s biggest loss against Manchester United?
Manchester United 1-0 Liverpool: FA Cup Final 1996
These two great teams have only met in four cup finals. United have won both of the FA Cup finals that these teams have fought over, while Liverpool have won both League Cup finals. In 1996 Liverpool and United fought for the FA Cup Final.
Has Liverpool ever won a quadruple?
Liverpool won a quadruple of sorts in 2000/01, albeit with the UEFA Cup.
What cup did Liverpool win in Istanbul?
About That Game is a series looking at the data stories underpinning classic matches. This edition looks back at the Miracle of Istanbul, in which Liverpool came from 3-0 down to Milan at half-time to eventually lift the UEFA Champions League trophy after a penalty shootout.
Which years did Liverpool won 5 trophies?
2000–2001
The 2000–2001 season was Liverpool Football Club’s 109th season in existence and their 39th consecutive season in the top-flight of English football. This season proved highly successful for Liverpool, with them picking up the League Cup, UEFA Cup and FA Cup under Gerard Houllier, having finished 3rd in the league.
Who is the legend of Liverpool?
No one has played more games for Liverpool than Ian Callaghan. Chances are, no one ever will. Cally wore a Liver bird on his chest a remarkable 857 times during 18 years at the club.
Who is the most famous Liverpool player ever?
LFC Heroes
- Kenny Dalglish. Regarded by many as the greatest player ever to wear the red shirt and a managerial great as well – King Kenny is an Anfield icon.
- Steven Gerrard.
- John Barnes.
- Ian Rush.
- Phil Neal.
- Ian Callaghan.
- Billy Liddell.
- Bill Shankly.
Who played for Liverpool in 2004?
Squad Liverpool FC – Season 04/05
| # | player | Joined |
|---|---|---|
| – | Xabi Alonso Defensive Midfield | Aug 20, 2004 |
| – | Dietmar Hamann Defensive Midfield | Jul 17, 1999 |
| – | Salif Diao Defensive Midfield | Jul 1, 2002 |
| – | Igor Biscan Defensive Midfield | Dec 8, 2000 |
Who was Liverpool’s first ever player?
First team
| Name | Date of birth (age) | Signed in |
|---|---|---|
| Goalkeepers | ||
| Joe Pearson | 1868 (age 24-25) | 1892 |
| Forwards | ||
| Tom Wyllie | 5 April 1870 (age 23) | 1892 |
Which Turkish team has most fans?
According to the survey by Socios.com, in which nearly 50,00 football fans participated, Galatasaray is the most supported club in 60 of all 81 provinces, followed by Fenerbahçe topping in 17 provinces.
Who is biggest club in Turkey?
Updated after matches played on 23 October 2022
| Rank | Club / Country | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fenerbahçe Turkey | 1660 |
| 2 | Trabzonspor Turkey | 1606 |
| 3 | İstanbul Başakşehir Turkey | 1554 |
| 4 | Galatasaray Turkey | 1534 |
What is the biggest football stadium in Turkey?
The Atatürk Olympic Stadium
The Atatürk Olympic Stadium (Turkish: Atatürk Olimpiyat Stadyumu, pronounced [aˈtatyɾc]) is a stadium in Istanbul, Turkey. Located in the western district of İkitelli, it is the largest-capacity stadium in the country.
What is the biggest football defeat ever?
149–0 SO
AS Adema 149–0 SO l’Emyrne was a football match played on 31 October 2002 between two teams in Toamasina, Madagascar. It holds the world record for the highest scoreline in a football match, recognised by The Guinness Book of Records.
What is the biggest loss in Premier League history?
Top 10 heaviest defeats in Premier League history
- Chelsea 8-0 Aston Villa- 2012.
- Newcastle United 8-0 Sheffield Wednesday- 1999.
- Tottenham Hotspur 9-1 Wigan- 2009.
- Southampton 0-9 Leicester City- 2019.
- Manchester United 9-0 Southampton- 2021.
- Liverpool 9-0 Bournemouth- 2022.
- Manchester United 9-0 Ipswich- 1995.