On this day in 1996, Marcello Lippi’s Juventus won the Champions League after beating Ajax in the penalty shootouts.
Fabrizio Ravanelli opened the scoring early one for the Old Lady, but Jar Litmanen pounced on the rebound to equalize for the Dutchmen.
After 120 minutes of action, the Italians were the more composed, needing only four spot kicks to seal the title, as goalkeeper Angelo Peruzzi denied Ajax on two occasions.
Since then, the Bianconeri have took part in five additional Champions League finals, but would always come out just short.
remember Juventus and our dna? we won`t get that back if things stay as they are now. no more experiments! this is a big turning point in our history. we are a laughing stock around the world because they didn`t invest in the mosrt important of all; the Coach. Lipi solidified who we were, we need that back with exoperienced WINNERS. winners cost money, but reputation is priceless.
wow, I just cannot imagine how awesome this year’s champions league final will be, despite the coronavirus we are finally going to get the finals a few days from now am so hyped.