Throwback: Liverpool relive Garcia’s ‘Ghost Goal’ that ended Chelsea’s 2005 Champions League dream

Liverpool have recalled the events of May 3, 2005, when they defeated Chelsea 1-0 in the second leg of their Champions League semi-final. 

On a charged night at Anfield, Liverpool edged out Jose Mourinho’s Blues to secure a place in the final. 

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Having drawn the first leg 0-0 at Stamford Bridge, the tie was finely balanced. 

The decisive moment came early a controversial fourth-minute goal from Luis García which Chelsea disputed, claiming the ball had not crossed the line.   

Despite the early setback, Mourinho’s team applied significant pressure throughout the match, seeking the away goal that would level the aggregate score. 

However, Liverpool's defence proved resilient, frustrating Chelsea's attacking efforts.

As the game wore on, the tension mounted, and the Blues threw more players forward in search of an equaliser, but the Reds' determined defending ensured they maintained their slender advantage. 

The London side went close at the death through Eidur Gudjohnsen, only for the forward’s powered effort from inside the box to flash just wide of the far post.

The final whistle sparked scenes of wild celebration at Anfield as Liverpool progressed to the Champions League final with a 1-0 aggregate victory.

Rafael Benitez’s men went on to claim the title at AC Milan’s expense, clawing back a 3-0 deficit to ultimately force penalties in Istanbul. 

In the present day, Liverpool travel to Chelsea on Sunday, May 4, in their first Premier League clash since being crowned top-flight champions.