The greatest underdog story in sporting history. Ranieri, Vardy, Mahrez, Kante. They were nearly relegated the year before. Then they won the Premier League. The bookies paid out £25M. No Hollywood script would be believable enough.
Nobody gave them a chance. Otto Rehhagel's Greece beat the host nation Portugal TWICE (opening game and final). The most defensive, disciplined, and boring championship-winning team ever. But they won. That's all that matters.
AC Milan were 3-0 up at half-time. The game was over. Then 6 magical minutes: Gerrard, Smicer, Alonso. 3-3. Penalties. Dudek saves. The Miracle of Istanbul. The greatest comeback in football history.
Denmark were on the beach when Yugoslavia were expelled due to war. Called up at the last minute. Won the whole tournament. Peter Schmeichel in goal. The original "we're just happy to be here" turned into champions.
Brian Clough's Forest were promoted from the Second Division. The NEXT SEASON they won the First Division AND the European Cup. Then won the European Cup again. From the second tier to champions of Europe in 2 years.