Manchester United staged a remarkable comeback against Roma, coming from two goals down to win 3-2 in a Champions League tie. This dramatic turnaround has drawn comparisons to some of the most significant fightbacks in the competition's history.
Things looked bleak for Manchester United early in the match against Roma, as they found themselves trailing by two goals after just 17 minutes. This difficult start added to the pressure on manager Michael Carrick, whose side had been on a nine-game winless run. However, a resurgent second-half performance saw them score three times to secure an unlikely victory.
Bruno Fernandes opened the scoring from the penalty spot, followed by two quick goals from Matheus Cunha that ultimately sealed the win for United.
Ajax vs. Tottenham (2019)
In the 2019 Champions League semi-finals, Tottenham Hotspur achieved an astonishing comeback against Ajax. Trailing 1-0 from the first leg, Spurs conceded two more goals in Amsterdam, putting them 3-0 down on aggregate. Lucas Moura emerged as the hero, scoring a hat-trick in the second half, including the winning goal in the 95th minute, to send Tottenham to their first Champions League final on away goals.
Liverpool vs. Barcelona (2019)
Just 24 hours before Tottenham's feat, Liverpool produced their own incredible comeback against Barcelona in the other semi-final. After losing the first leg 3-0 at the Nou Camp, Liverpool were without key players Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino. However, a determined performance at Anfield saw them win 4-0. Divock Origi scored the opener, and a quickfire double from Georginio Wijnaldum in the second half, followed by Origi's second goal from a quickly taken corner by Trent Alexander-Arnold, secured Liverpool's place in the final.
Roma vs. Barcelona (2018)
Roma themselves were part of a historic comeback in 2018, overcoming a 4-1 first-leg deficit against Barcelona in the quarter-finals. Barcelona had seemed to be in a commanding position after their victory at the Nou Camp. However, Roma fought back at home, with goals from Edin Dzeko, Daniele De Rossi, and Kostas Manolas sealing a famous 3-0 victory on the night, advancing them on away goals.
Barcelona vs. Paris Saint-Germain (2017)
Considered one of the greatest comebacks, Barcelona overturned a 4-0 first-leg loss to Paris Saint-Germain in the 2017 Round of 16. In a match dubbed 'La Remontada,' Barcelona scored three goals in the final seven minutes to win 6-1. Neymar was instrumental, scoring twice, including a penalty in the 91st minute. Sergi Roberto then scored the decisive goal in the 95th minute to complete the improbable turnaround.
Deportivo La Coruna vs. AC Milan (2004)
In the 2004 quarter-finals, Deportivo La Coruna erased a 4-1 deficit from the first leg against AC Milan. Playing at home, Deportivo secured a resounding 4-0 victory. Goals from Walter Pandiani, Juan Carlos Valeron, and Albert Luque put them ahead, with Fran adding a fourth to secure a 5-4 aggregate win and knock out the heavily favored Italian giants.