The UEFA Champions League has generated some of the most breathtaking and unforgettable football events in game history. This rivalry never fails to surprise for last-minute magic events as well as amazing comebacks. Let’s review the top five shocking Champions League events that stunned their viewers to no end.

• Sheriff Tiraspol’s Shocking Victory Over Real Madrid (2021)

The most surprising ever shock in history took place in 2021 in Champions League group stage when Real Madrid, 13 times title winner, lost 1-2 to Moldovan outfit Sheriff Tiraspol in a Bernabéu tie. Sebastien Thill’s last-second miracle goal just guaranteed such historic victory, which, in turn, made an unforgettable moment.

• Cristiano Ronaldo’s Hat-Trick vs. Atlético Madrid (2019)

Being down 0-2 in the first game of their 2019 Rd16 with Atlético Madrid, everyone else considered that Juventus had gone and blown it. However, Cristiano Ronaldo had a different perspective. Near the end, he single-handedly got Juventus to the quarter-finals with a last-minute penalty and a great hat trick.

• Robert Lewandowski’s Four-Goal Masterclass (2013 Semi-Finals)

Not many, if any, have run away with a Champions League semi-final as Robert Lewandowski did against Real Madrid 2013. The player of Borussia Dortmund, who took his team to a 4-1 win and guaranteed them a seat in the final, became the first player in history to have four in a semi-final.

• Chelsea vs. Barcelona – The 2009 Controversy

Arguably one of the most passionate clashes in football, Chelsea’s 2009 Champions League semi-final with Barcelona is one such one. Chelsea will have several penalty claims removed from them, and in a move that shocked and infuriated Chelsea fans, Andrés Iniesta will snatch a sensational stoppage-time winner for Barcelona, sending them through to the final.

• Barcelona’s 6-1 ‘La Remontada’ vs. PSG (2017)

No Champions League return in history can match the 6-1 schooling that Barcelona gave PSG in 2017. Having been routed to the tune of 4-0 in the first leg, as well as miracle was, something, seemed to be required for them. Thanks to a brilliant display by Neymar, they pulled off the rare feat, three goals in seven minutes in stoppage time, and a Sergi Roberto 95’th minute winner, which gave a new record win.

Looking Ahead: The Future

One of the most exciting tournament in football history is the Champions League. New seasons provide new drama; hence, fans can only expect what spectacular events the future holds. Keep watching out for even more fantastic action, and let the game’s icons drive future generations!