Iconic Moments: Late in May in 1999...

United v Bayern Munich 1999

The first in a series of articles where we talk about some classic Manchester United matches

Winners

Background

Manchester United went into the game having won the league and cup double and we were now chasing a historic treble. The quest for glory in Europe's premier competition had been the focus point of United's development since they qualified in 1993. There were some memorable encounters along the route to the final. That included an incredible comeback against Juventus.

The match itself 

United were without Paul Scholes and captain Roy Keane who were both suspended. Mario Basler gave Bayern the lead after 5 minutes, and as the game developed, it started to look like they would win and that Fergie's side would fall short. There was to be a dramatic end to the game though. Goals from Teddy Sheringham and Ole Solskjaer in stoppage gave United a win that we will talk about forever. 

United fans remember that night in Barcelona

Stuart, a Manchester United fan from Middleton, was there on that memorable night. He said: "It was the greatest night of my life. Don't tell my wife though!"

Olivia Taylor from Chorlton added: "I’ll never forget that night at the Nou Camp. It felt like everything was lost, but in those final moments. It was pure drama and amazing that we turned the game around to win 2-1. Honestly, football doesn’t get better than that!"​

A match that will remain iconic

This match will carry on being regarded as one of the greatest ever Champions League matches. Manchester United fans still sing about that dramatic moment from Ole Solskjaer, even after he was sacked as Manchester United manager. 

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Fans still sing about that dramatic night now. This video below was recorded nine years ago and remains a popular chant among United's away support. 

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