UCL 2004: Monaco vs Porto – The Final No One Saw Coming
The 2004 Champions League final was a shocker. Few could have predicted Monaco and Porto would battle it out on Europe’s biggest stage. But there they were, defying expectations and making history. 🇵🇹💙🤍🇫🇷❤️
Led by the young José Mourinho, Porto dismantled giants like Manchester United, Lyon, and Deportivo La Coruña to secure their spot. Monaco, under Didier Deschamps, stunned powerhouses Chelsea and Real Madrid to earn their place.
At Arena AufSchalke, it was Mourinho’s Porto who stole the show. A commanding 3-0 victory, with goals from Carlos Alberto (39’), Deco (71’), and Alenichev (75’), gave Porto their second Champions League title and marked the dawn of Mourinho’s “Special One” era. ☝️💙🤍
This wasn’t just a win for Porto—it was a launchpad for stars like Carvalho, Deco, Ferreira, Evra, and Giuly, who all went on to join Europe’s elite clubs. 🔁💰
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