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The Legendary Back Four: Buffon, Barzagli, Bonucci, and Chiellini of Juventus
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The Unbeaten Season: 2011/12
The 2011/12 Serie A season stands out as a testament to the prowess of this legendary back four. Under the stewardship of Antonio Conte, Juventus went unbeaten throughout the entire league campaign, a feat that had not been achieved in Italy since the 1991/92 season by AC Milan. This remarkable achievement was built on the foundation of a rock-solid defense.
Team of Footballers who wore Number 6
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Fernando RedondoA classy and intelligent defensive midfielder, Redondo played for Real Madrid and AC Milan, winning multiple league titles and Champions League trophies. He was known for his excellent ball control, vision, and tackling.
Team of Footballers who wore Number 5
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Paolo MaldiniConsidered one of the greatest defenders of all time, Maldini spent his entire career at AC Milan. He won numerous Serie A titles and five Champions League trophies. Known for his elegance, tackling, and tactical intelligence, Maldini was versatile enough to excel both as a left-back and a center-back.
Champions League 05/06 - That Arsenal Back 4
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Facing the likes of Ronaldo (R9), Zinedine Zidane, Raúl, David Trezeguet, Zlatan Ibrahimović, Pavel Nedvěd, Juan Román Riquelme, and other top-class players, Arsenal's defense showcased exceptional resilience and tactical acumen to secure these clean sheets and progress through the tournament. Their defensive performances were integral to Arsenal's success in reaching the Champions League final in the 2005/2006 season.
The Greatest Comebacks in UCL History
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Manchester United 2-1 Bayern Munich, 1999
The 1999 Champions League final at Camp Nou is etched in football folklore as Manchester United snatched victory from the jaws of defeat against Bayern Munich. Trailing 1-0 as injury time began, United scored two late goals in dramatic fashion through Teddy Sheringham and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, securing a remarkable 2-1 win and completing an unprecedented treble of Premier League, FA Cup, and Champions League titles under manager Alex Ferguson.