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What is the 'Miracle of Istanbul' in football?

Q: What is the 'Miracle of Istanbul' in football?

Liverpool's comeback vs AC Milan in 2005 CL final. The Miracle of Istanbul refers to Liverpool recovering from 3-0 down at half-time to beat AC Milan on penalties in the 2005 Champions League final.

Q: In which year did Maradona's 'Hand of God' goal occur?

1986. Maradona's 'Hand of God' goal occurred in 1986 during the World Cup quarter-final vs England.

Q: What was the score in the 1960 European Cup final, considered one of the greatest matches ever?

7-3. Real Madrid beat Eintracht Frankfurt 7-3 in the 1960 European Cup final at Hampden Park.

Q: What year did the Munich air disaster occur?

1958. The Munich air disaster occurred in February 1958, killing 23 people including Manchester United players.

Q: In which year did the Hillsborough disaster occur?

1989. The Hillsborough disaster occurred in 1989 during an FA Cup semi-final.

Q: In which year did England win the FIFA World Cup?

1966. England won their only FIFA World Cup in 1966, defeating West Germany 4-2 after extra time.

Q: What is the 'Maracanazo' in football history?

Uruguay beating Brazil in 1950 WC. The Maracanazo refers to Uruguay's shock 2-1 defeat of Brazil in the decisive 1950 World Cup match.

CORRECT ANSWER

Liverpool's comeback vs AC Milan in 2005 CL final

The Miracle of Istanbul refers to Liverpool recovering from 3-0 down at half-time to beat AC Milan on penalties in the 2005 Champions League final.

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