The 2021/22 Champions League season was full of memorable moments, from stunning goals to dramatic comebacks. It was an incredible showcase to watch the football stars of Europe. Here are a few of the highlights:
Lionel Messi’s first goal for PSG
Lionel Messi’s first goal for PSG came in a group stage match against Manchester City. The match was tied 1-1 at halftime, and Messi scored the winning goal in the 74th minute. The goal was a stunning strike from outside the box, and it showed that Messi was still capable of producing magic on the biggest stage.
The goal came after a long build-up by PSG. The ball was played out to Neymar on the left wing, and he cut inside and passed it to Messi. Messi took one touch to control the ball, and then he unleashed a powerful shot that flew into the top corner of the net. It was a goal that will be remembered for years to come, and it was a fitting way for Messi to mark his debut in the Champions League for PSG.
Sheriff Tiraspol’s shock win over Real Madrid
Sheriff Tiraspol is a small club from Moldova, and they were the biggest underdogs in the Champions League this season. But they made a huge statement in their first match, when they beat Real Madrid 2-1 at the Santiago Bernabeu. Sheriff took the lead in the 25th minute through Jasurbek Yakhshiboev, and they held on for the win despite being under constant pressure from Real Madrid. It was a historic win for Sheriff, and it showed that anything is possible in the Champions League.
The win was all the more impressive considering that Sheriff was playing in the Champions League for the first time in their history. They were also the first club from Moldova to ever play in the Champions League. Sheriff’s win over Real Madrid was a major upset, and it will go down in history as one of the most memorable moments of the 2021/22 Champions League season.
Manchester City’s comeback win over Villareal
Manchester City were on the verge of elimination from the Champions League when they faced Villarreal in the second leg of their semi-final. Villarreal had won the first leg 1-0, and they were leading 2-0 in the second leg with just 12 minutes remaining. But City staged a dramatic comeback, scoring three goals in the last 12 minutes to win 3-2 and advance to the final. It was one of the most thrilling matches of the season, and it showed that City are still a force to be reckoned with in the Champions League.
City’s comeback started in the 78th minute when Jack Grealish scored to make it 2-1. Then, in the 81st minute, Bernardo Silva scored to level the match at 2-2. And in the 89th minute, Ilkay Gundogan scored the winning goal to give City a 3-2 victory. It was a remarkable comeback, and it showed that City have the mental strength to win the biggest matches.
Real Madrid’s win over Liverpool in the final
Real Madrid won their 14th Champions League title in 2022, and they did it in dramatic fashion. After being tied 3-3 after extra time, Real Madrid won the penalty shootout 1-0. It was a fitting end to a season that was full of drama and excitement. Real Madrid had already come back from a 2-0 deficit in the second half, and they were able to do it again in the penalty shootout. It was a remarkable achievement, and it showed that Real Madrid are still the kings of the Champions League.
The final was a close match, with both teams creating chances. Real Madrid took the lead in the 21st minute through Karim Benzema, but Liverpool equalized in the 59th minute through Sadio Mane. The match remained tied until extra time, when Real Madrid scored the winning goal through Vinicius Junior. It was a dramatic finish to a thrilling match, and it showed that Real Madrid are still the team to beat in the Champions League.
The 2021/22 Champions League season was full of surprises and excitement, and it will be one that fans will remember for years to come.