Arsenal entered Old Trafford on 24 October 2004 as football's untouchables, riding a 49-game unbeaten run in the Premier League that had earned them the legendary title of "The Invincibles." Their imperious form had seen them steamroll through the 2003/04 campaign without a single defeat, a feat unseen in English top-flight football since the late 19th century. But all good things must come to an end, and on a fiery afternoon in Manchester, Arsenal’s record-breaking streak came crashing down in controversial fashion.
October 18, 2005, will forever be etched in the memory of Arsenal fans as the night Thierry Henry cemented his place as the club's greatest-ever goalscorer. In a UEFA Champions League group stage clash against Sparta Prague, Henry’s brace not only secured a 2-0 victory but also saw him surpass Ian Wright’s long-standing record of 185 goals for the club.
Some moments in football are destined to go down in history, and Wayne Rooney’s UEFA Champions League debut for Manchester United on 28 September 2004 was one such moment. At just 18 years old, Rooney delivered a performance that left fans in awe, announcing his arrival on the grandest European stage. Facing Turkish giants Fenerbahçe at Old Trafford, Rooney not only scored a hat-trick but also laid on an assist, leading United to a commanding 6–2 victory.
September 22, 2005, was a highly anticipated night for Jonathan Woodgate. After a year on the sidelines due to injury, he was finally set to make his Real Madrid debut against Athletic Club. Signed from Newcastle United in the summer of 2004 for €13.4 million, Woodgate had a stellar reputation as one of the best defenders in England. However, his debut for Los Blancos turned into one of the most infamous in football history, featuring an own goal and a red card in a 3-1 win at the Santiago Bernabéu.
In this post, we present the updated version of the football XI featuring legendary players whose surnames begin with the letter "B." With a mix of attacking flair, defensive solidity, and tactical brilliance, this team is built to dominate. Let’s dive into the revised lineup and formation.