Winning a ring is seen as the goal in the NBA, but many legends proved you don’t need a title to be remembered. Some of the best NBA players ever were stars who scored at will, made their teammates better, or shut down opponents on defense, yet never won the one prize everyone wants: the Larry O’Brien Trophy. These players left their mark on the game, led their teams through tough battles, and gave fans unforgettable moments, even without a title.

Here’s a full look at the greatest NBA players who never won a championship, with their stats, careers, and the stories of how they came close but never quite reached the top.

1. Charles Barkley

Sir Charles may joke about analytics today, but the numbers absolutely loved him in his playing days. Barkley ranked no worse than third in every category used to build this list: career box plus/minus, wins over replacement, MVP shares, accolades, and playoff metrics. From 1985–86 to 1995–96, Barkley averaged at least 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 3 assists every single season, 11 straight years. Only Kareem Abdul-Jabbar has more such seasons (12). Despite standing just 6’6″, Barkley led the league in 2-point percentage for five straight years and had a 114 adjusted true shooting percentage—14% above the league average.

He was a monster on the boards, possessing the best rebounding rate of any sub-6’6″ player in the three-point era. His low center of gravity, instincts, and incredible strength made him a terror in the paint. In 1993, he won MVP and carried the Phoenix Suns to the NBA Finals, only to be stopped by Michael Jordan’s Chicago Bulls in six games. It was the closest he came to the summit.

2. Karl Malone

The “Mailman” delivered points and durability like few others. By the end of his 19-year career, Malone was first in free throws made, second in total points (now third), and second in minutes played. He ranked eighth in MVP shares, behind only legends like Jordan, LeBron, Kareem, Bird, Magic, Russell, and Shaq. He had 17 seasons scoring at least 20 points per game with over 500 minutes played—tied for most ever with LeBron and Kareem.

Malone formed one of the best duos in league history with John Stockton, playing 18 seasons together in Utah. They reached the NBA Finals in 1997 and 1998, but both times ran into Jordan’s Bulls. In 2004, a 40-year-old Malone joined Shaq and Kobe in L.A. for one last push but was derailed by injury and lost to the Pistons in the Finals. Malone averaged 25.0 points and 10.1 rebounds in the playoffs across his 19 postseason appearances, but the ring never came.

3. John Stockton

Statistically, Stockton might be the best point guard never to win a title. He is the NBA’s all-time leader in assists (15,806) and steals (3,265). Only four retired players have higher box plus/minus ratings than him: Jordan, Magic, Robinson, and Bird. In wins over replacement players, Stockton trails only LeBron and Jordan. From 1987–88 to 1996–97, he averaged 15.6 points, 12.8 assists, and 2.6 steals with a 61.9 true shooting percentage.

The Jazz, led by Stockton, had the league’s best-winning percentage and simple rating system during his prime. Yet, just like Malone, Stockton was blocked by Jordan. He made the playoffs every year of his 19-year career but never won the championship.

4. Tracy McGrady

McGrady’s 2002–03 season was legendary; he led the NBA with a 10.5 box plus/minus (20th-best ever), averaging 32.1 points, 6.5 rebounds, 5.5 assists, and 2.3 threes per game. That year, he was responsible for nearly all of Orlando’s success—the Magic were +3.2 points per 100 possessions with him on the floor and -9.8 without him. That same season, he produced 25.1 wins over replacement; the rest of the Magic’s roster totaled 0.8.

From 2000–01 to 2007–08, his 6.6 box plus/minus was behind only Kevin Garnett, LeBron, and Chris Paul. McGrady could score at all three levels and acted as a 6’8″ point-forward, but injuries and poor supporting casts kept him from reaching the Finals, though he came close as a bench player with the 2013 Spurs, who lost in seven to the Heat.

5. Allen Iverson

The Answer was perhaps the most electrifying player of his era. Over his first 10 seasons with Philadelphia, Iverson averaged 28.0 points, 6.1 assists, and 2.3 steals. He led the league in scoring four times and steals three times. During that span, he outscored the next six Sixers combined. He was never efficient, posting an above-average effective field goal percentage just once in 14 seasons, but he often had no choice but to carry the offense solo.

Iverson’s peak came in 2001 when he won MVP and led the 76ers to the Finals, stealing Game 1 from the Lakers with a 48-point masterpiece. Ultimately, he fell to Shaq and Kobe. Despite criticisms about his shot selection, AI’s teams were +0.6 with him and -2.6 without him.

6. Steve Nash

Few point guards have orchestrated offenses like Nash. The two-time MVP ran five of the top 11 offenses in NBA history (by relative offensive rating), including the 2004–05 Suns and the 2003–04 Mavericks. He led the league in assists five times and ranks fifth in total assists all-time. He’s also second in free-throw percentage and 11th in three-point percentage.

From 2004–05 to 2011–12, the Suns scored 116.4 points per 100 possessions with Nash on the floor and just 104.8 without him. Charles Barkley said of Nash, “He taught us that you can be great by making everyone else better.” Unfortunately, untimely injuries and bad luck (including the infamous 2007 suspension series vs. the Spurs) blocked his path to the Finals.

7. Patrick Ewing

Ewing was a model of consistency and power, especially from 1987–88 to 1996–97, during which he posted a 4.0 box plus/minus—only Robinson, Olajuwon, and Shaq were better among centers. He averaged 24 points, 10.6 rebounds, and 2.8 blocks during that 10-year peak and made 11 All-Star appearances in total.

Ewing carried the Knicks to the 1994 Finals during Michael Jordan’s first retirement but lost to Hakeem Olajuwon’s Rockets in seven games. In a cruel twist, Jordan returned the next season, and Ewing’s chances never looked the same. Even with his dominant defense and mid-range game, Ewing never reached the mountaintop.

8. Reggie Miller

Reggie Miller was made for playoff drama. Though he never won a title, Reggie Miller’s legend is etched in NBA history because of iconic moments like his 8 points in 8.9 seconds against the Knicks, a sequence that instantly became one of the most shocking and clutch performances in playoff history. Over his career, he shot 39.5% from three when the league average was far lower. He attempted 37.1% of his shots from deep—more than twice the league average during his career.

In the playoffs, Miller elevated his production to 20.6 points per game across 144 contests while maintaining a 60.2% true shooting percentage. His most famous moment came in 1995 when he scored 8 points in 8.9 seconds to stun the Knicks at Madison Square Garden. In 2000, he led Indiana to its only NBA Finals appearance, averaging 24.3 points in the playoffs and 24.0 in the Finals, though they lost in six games to Shaq and Kobe’s Lakers. Miller’s jersey No. 31 was retired by the Pacers, and he was honored as one of the 75 greatest players in NBA history.

9. Dominique Wilkins

From 1984–85 through 1993–94, Wilkins averaged 28.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game. He scored at least 25 points per game in 10 straight seasons. In Game 7 of the 1988 Eastern Conference Semifinals, he scored 47 points in a duel with Larry Bird, who called it “the best game I’ve ever played in, and the best game I’ve ever seen played.”

The Hawks lost 118–116. Wilkins led Atlanta to 10 playoff appearances but never advanced past the second round. He was a nine-time All-Star and seven-time All-NBA selection. He finished his career with 26,668 points (currently top 15 all-time), and his scoring title came in 1985–86 when he averaged 30.3 points per game.

10. George Gervin

“The Iceman” was smooth, calm, and deadly. George Gervin averaged 26.2 points per game over his 10-year NBA career—the ninth-highest in league history. He won four scoring titles (1978, 1979, 1980, 1982) and averaged 28.7 points per game from 1976–77 to 1981–82. His effective field goal percentage during that stretch was 52.5%, while the league average was 48.1%.

Gervin’s scoring included smooth perimeter jumpers and his iconic finger roll, which became his trademark. He was a nine-time NBA All-Star and a seven-time All-NBA selection. Including ABA seasons, he made the playoffs 12 times but never reached the NBA Finals. His deepest run came in 1979 when the Spurs lost to the Washington Bullets in the Eastern Conference Finals. Gervin scored 20 or more points in 407 consecutive games, one of the longest streaks in league history.

Other All-Time Greats Who Never Got the Ring

11. Russell Westbrook: 122 playoff games, 2017 MVP, triple-double seasons, and one Finals trip with OKC. Despite early promise, he’s still searching with the Clippers.

12. Chris Paul: 149 playoff games, third all-time in assists and steals, one Finals run in 2021 with Phoenix. Injuries have often disrupted his runs.

13. Jimmy Butler: 119 playoff games, two Finals appearances with Miami (2020, 2023). His 2024 postseason ended in the play-in due to a knee injury.

14. Paul George: 114 playoff games. Led Indiana to two Conference Finals, but his LA stint has been marred by injuries.

15. Damian Lillard: 65 playoff games, 2019 Conference Finals run, two buzzer-beater series winners. The first season with Milwaukee ended in a first-round exit.

16. DeMar DeRozan: 63 playoff games. Repeatedly eliminated by LeBron’s Cavaliers. Traded from Toronto the year before they won a title.

17. Joel Embiid: 59 playoff games. 2023 MVP but has never reached the Conference Finals. Injuries and team instability have haunted Philly.

18. Devin Booker: 50 playoff games. Reached 2021 Finals in his first playoff appearance, but has since faced quick exits.

19. Yao Ming: 8 seasons, 4 playoff appearances. Injuries ruined his prime. Dominated when healthy, with 8 All-Star nods and 5 All-NBA selections.

20. Amar’e Stoudemire: 14 years, 10 playoff appearances. Led the Suns in scoring during the “Seven Seconds or Less” era.

21. Derrick Rose: Youngest MVP in NBA history. Knee injuries derailed a promising career. Never made the Finals.

22. Carmelo Anthony: 19 seasons, 13 playoff runs. Ten-time All-Star but only passed the second round once.

23. Anfernee “Penny” Hardaway: Injuries limited what could’ve been a Hall of Fame career. Averaged 15.2 points and 5 assists.

24. Tim Hardaway: Five-time All-NBA selection. Helped lead Miami and Golden State but fell short in stacked East playoffs.

25. Grant Hill: Rookie of the Year, 5-time All-NBA. Multiple injuries shortened his prime, but he still lasted 18 seasons.

26. Pete Maravich: Averaged 24.2 points per game. Four playoff appearances. Dazzling scorer remembered for his flair and creativity.

27. James Harden: 166 playoff games, four Western Conference Finals, one NBA Finals appearance (2012), but no ring. His best years with Houston were stonewalled by Golden State. Currently with the Clippers.

Right now, the New York Yankees are managing three different injury situations that could affect how they move forward this season. Jake Cousins was pulled from his rehab assignment after feeling pain in his elbow. Marcus Stroman is scheduled to make his first rehab start for Double-A Somerset. At the same time, Giancarlo Stanton has officially started his rehab games and had a strong showing at the plate. Each case is different, but all are important as the Yankees head into their weekend series at Fenway Park.

Jake Cousins’ Rehab Paused After Elbow Discomfort

Starting with Jake Cousins, he had been working his way back from a forearm and pectoral injury that began during spring training. He was on a rehab assignment when the Yankees stopped it because he felt something in his right elbow. Manager Aaron Boone said Cousins told the team that “he felt some stuff in his elbow,” which led to the decision to shut him down.

Cousins, who is 30 years old, then had an MRI and met with doctors on Tuesday. The team is still waiting on full results, and it’s not the first time Cousins had imaging done. An MRI back in February showed no structural damage to his ulnar collateral ligament. But the new pain raises new concerns.

Cousins has not pitched yet in 2025. Last year, he appeared in 37 games and had a 2.37 ERA with a 1.05 WHIP. He also had eight holds and got one save in one chance. In those appearances, he struck out 53 batters in 38 innings. His absence has been noticeable, especially with the bullpen working hard this season.

Marcus Stroman Set for First Rehab Start in Double-A Somerset

While the Yankees are still waiting for more news on Cousins, they’re seeing progress with Marcus Stroman. Stroman is scheduled to start a rehab game on Wednesday for the Double-A Somerset Patriots. This will be his first time back on the mound since mid-April.

Stroman last pitched for the Yankees on April 11 against the San Francisco Giants at Yankee Stadium. He was taken out of the game early, and the next day, April 12, he was placed on the injured list with inflammation in his left knee. Since then, he has had two separate setbacks due to discomfort in the same knee while trying to ramp back up.

So far this season, Stroman has made three starts. In those games, he gave up 12 earned runs in 9.1 innings. Earlier in spring training, there were some questions about his role since the team had five other starters. Stroman made it clear that he planned to stay in the rotation, though that all changed when Luis Gil suffered a lat injury and Gerrit Cole was ruled out for the season with an elbow injury. These events gave Stroman a spot in the rotation before he got hurt.

Now, as he gets ready to pitch again, the Yankees will need to figure out how to fit him back in. The current rotation includes Max Fried, Carlos Rodón, Clarke Schmidt, Will Warren, and Ryan Yarbrough. Boone has not said exactly what the team will do, but moving Yarbrough back to the bullpen is one option.

Giancarlo Stanton Begins Rehab Assignment with Strong Performance

The Yankees also received a positive sign from Giancarlo Stanton. On Tuesday night, Stanton played in his first rehab game for Double-A Somerset. He was the designated hitter and batted second. In that game, he went 2-for-3, walked once, and drove in three runs. He had a two-run single and an RBI single in his last two at-bats.

Stanton has been dealing with tendinitis in both elbows. The issue got worse in January and forced him to stop hitting during the offseason. He had been managing the condition last year and still ended the postseason strong. He was named ALCS MVP after hitting seven home runs in 14 postseason games.

Since early April, Stanton has been hitting against high-speed pitching machines. Last month, he started taking live batting practice. At the Yankees’ facility in Tampa, Florida, he had been getting 5–7 live at-bats per day to get back into game shape.

Manager Aaron Boone said Stanton would play again on Wednesday, also in Somerset. The Yankees will then decide whether he’ll play Thursday. Boone said the team will decide on a plan for the weekend after seeing how he feels. The Yankees are set to face the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park this weekend, but Boone did not commit to a return date.

Boone added that Stanton will have input in the decision. “He knows himself so well,” Boone said. “He knows what he needs as far as live reps, machine stuff, and then building up his body. He’s a pretty good evaluator.” Boone also said, “Just making sure he’s had the necessary reps that… when he’s ready to join us, he’s Big G.”

Aaron Judge also shared how important Stanton is to the team. He said, “Everyone in this room can’t wait to see him,” referring not just to Stanton’s power but his leadership in the clubhouse.

Stanton’s Return Could Shift Playing Time for Several Yankees

Once Stanton is ready, the Yankees may need to shuffle their lineup. Ben Rice has been the main designated hitter while Stanton has been out. Paul Goldschmidt and Trent Grisham have also played key roles in the offense. Jasson Domínguez is another name to watch.

With Stanton back, Boone might give Goldschmidt more rest at first base. Rice, who has mostly been used as a DH, could play first base a few times a week. Rice also plays catcher but has only made five appearances there since joining the Yankees last June.

The Yankees are testing different ideas. Goldschmidt was seen taking ground balls at second base, even though he has never played there in his nearly 2,000 career games. There’s also talk of using a more flexible setup—maybe Rice at third base, Jazz Chisholm Jr. at second, Goldschmidt at first, and Stanton as DH. These are just ideas the team is exploring.

Last month, on May 7, Stanton was seen taking batting practice and appeared to be swinging carefully. His performance in Tuesday’s game shows improvement. According to MLB.com’s Bryan Hoch, the Yankees announced that Stanton would begin his rehab assignment and that they expect him to return in less than two weeks.

The New York Rangers missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2025, and now General Manager Chris Drury is expected to make changes. According to a report by Arthur Staple from The Athletic, the Rangers are one of several teams looking to change their roster before the new season. Other teams mentioned are the Buffalo Sabres, Seattle Kraken, and Utah Mammoth.

One player the Rangers are watching is Vladislav Gavrikov, a defenseman who played for the Los Angeles Kings this past season. Gavrikov will become an unrestricted free agent on July 1, 2025. He is 6-foot-3 and weighs 220 pounds, and he shoots left. He has built a reputation as a strong defensive player who can handle a lot of minutes.

Gavrikov Had a Strong Season with the Kings

In the 2024–25 season, Gavrikov played 82 games and finished with five goals and 25 assists, totaling 30 points – only three points below his career high. He was especially good in the defensive zone. He had a plus-26 rating, which is the best of his career. His previous best was plus-12 during the 2022–23 season.

Gavrikov also averaged 23 minutes and 5 seconds of ice time per game, which was the most he has ever played in a season. He led the Kings in blocked shots with 140 and took just 28 penalty minutes. In the playoffs, he played six games, added two assists, and averaged 21 minutes per game, even though the Kings were knocked out in the first round by the Edmonton Oilers.

Rangers Need Cap Space to Make a Move

Right now, the Rangers have around $8.4 million in cap space, according to PuckPedia. Gavrikov is coming off a two-year, $11.75 million contract, which had an average cap hit of $5.875 million per season. Based on his strong season, he is expected to ask for a raise in free agency, possibly between $6.5 million and $7.5 million per year.

That means the Rangers would need to free up more space to afford him. At the same time, they still need to sign several restricted free agents, including Will Cuylle, Matt Rempe, Adam Edstrom, K’Andre Miller, and Zac Jones. Cuylle is likely the team’s top priority.

To create room for a player like Gavrikov, the Rangers may need to let some of these RFAs go or trade current players.

Miller, Kreider, and Zibanejad Could Be On the Move

Staple reported that the only players who are “untouchable” on the Rangers roster are Igor Shesterkin, Adam Fox, and Artemi Panarin, meaning all other players could be available in trades.

K’Andre Miller may be one of the most likely players to move. He is 25 years old and is coming off a contract that had a cap hit of $3.872 million. Although the Rangers hoped he would grow into a top-pair defenseman, that hasn’t happened yet. Reports say the team may be ready to trade him now to avoid losing him for nothing later; it could also give them the cap space to bring in Gavrikov.

Another player to watch is Chris Kreider, who scored 22 goals and 30 points last season. He missed 14 games and said on breakup day that he might need hand surgery this offseason. Kreider has a 15-team no-trade clause, which limits where he can be traded.

Mika Zibanejad is also a name in trade rumors. He has a full no-move clause and has said he wants to stay in New York. Still, Chris Drury has worked around such contract clauses in the past, so it’s not impossible that he could be moved if the right deal comes along.

Rangers Looking for a New Partner for Adam Fox

Back in March, the Rangers traded Ryan Lindgren to the Colorado Avalanche, and they haven’t found a permanent replacement to play on the top pair with Adam Fox. Gavrikov could be a good fit in that spot. He is known for being reliable on defense and has played top-four and even top-pair minutes before. His style of play could work well under the team’s new head coach, Mike Sullivan, who is known for coaching teams with strong defensive systems.

Kings May Try to Re-Sign Gavrikov Before July 1

The Los Angeles Kings, who traded for Gavrikov from Columbus during the 2022–23 season, would prefer to keep him. He was drafted 159th overall in 2015 by the Columbus Blue Jackets and has played 435 career NHL games between the Blue Jackets and Kings. In that time, he has scored 29 goals and 135 points.

Gavrikov has said he is open to signing a longer deal with the Kings, but the team’s new leadership, now run by Ken Holland, may have different plans. If no deal is made by July 1, Gavrikov will likely receive offers from several teams.

Other than the Rangers, teams that could be interested include the Buffalo Sabres, Seattle Kraken, and Utah Mammoth. These teams, like New York, are expected to be active in the offseason.

The UEFA Champions League final is the top match in European club football. Since its rebrand in 1992, each final has added a new chapter to the competition—some defined by drama and brilliance, others by caution or missed chances.

Paris Saint-Germain’s 5-0 win over Inter in the 2025 final, the biggest margin in Champions League final history, gave the club its first European title and set a new record on the biggest stage. Over more than three decades, these matches have featured many of the best soccer players in history, including Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Zinedine Zidane, Paolo Maldini, and Didier Drogba.

This list ranks every final from 1992–93 to 2024–25, based only on verified facts: results, goals, key performances, venues, and official records. Each entry is ordered from the least to the most memorable.

33. 2003 – Juventus 0-0 AC Milan (AC Milan win 3-2 on penalties)

Venue: Old Trafford

The only goalless final since the 1992 rebrand. Shevchenko had a goal disallowed, while both Antonio Conte and Andrea Pirlo struck the woodwork. Carlo Ancelotti defeated the club that had sacked him two years earlier. Alessandro Nesta was described as formidable. After a goalless 120 minutes, Shevchenko scored the winning penalty for Milan.

32. 2021 – Manchester City 0-1 Chelsea

Venue: Porto

Kai Havertz scored just before half-time in a final marked by tight defending. Kevin De Bruyne started as a false nine and was forced off due to a facial injury before the hour mark. Havertz’s post-match interview included explicit language. It was the third meeting between the teams in six weeks.

31. 2004 – Porto 3-0 Monaco

Venue: Arena AufSchalke

Carlos Alberto opened the scoring with a volley. Deco scored next. Dmitri Alenichev completed the scoring. It was Jose Mourinho’s final game as Porto manager before moving to Chelsea.

30. 2000 – Real Madrid 3-0 Valencia

Venue: Stade de France

Fernando Morientes scored with a header. Steve McManaman then scored a volley, and Raul scored the third. Real Madrid won their eighth European title. Valencia was considered a clear underdog.

29. 2022 – Liverpool 0-1 Real Madrid

Venue: Stade de France

Vinicius Jr. scored the only goal from a Federico Valverde cross. Thibaut Courtois made multiple key saves and received a 9/10 rating from L’Equipe. UEFA was found primarily responsible for organizational and safety failures that caused disorder outside the stadium.

28. 2010 – Inter 2-0 Bayern Munich

Venue: Santiago Bernabeu

Diego Milito scored both goals—one an emphatic finish, the other a solo run. Wesley Sneijder assisted with the first goal. Franck Ribery missed the final due to suspension. Inter completed the treble.

27. 2023 – Manchester City 1-0 Inter

Venue: Ataturk Olympic Stadium

Rodri scored in the 68th minute. Federico Dimarco hit the crossbar. Ederson denied Romelu Lukaku with a point-blank save. It was Manchester City’s first Champions League title.

26. 2001 – Bayern Munich 1-1 Valencia (Bayern win 5-4 on penalties)

Venue: San Siro

Gaizka Mendieta scored a third-minute penalty. Santiago Canizares saved a penalty from Mehmet Scholl. Stefan Effenberg equalized from the spot. Oliver Kahn saved two penalties in the shootout.

25. 2020 – Paris Saint-Germain 0-1 Bayern Munich

Venue: Estadio da Luz

Kingsley Coman scored just before the hour mark. The final was played behind closed doors due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The first half featured multiple chances for both sides.

24. 1996 – Ajax 1-1 Juventus (Juventus win 4-2 on penalties)

Venue: Stadio Olimpico

Fabrizio Ravanelli scored in the 13th minute. Jari Litmanen equalized before halftime. Both goals stemmed from goalkeeping errors. Ajax were missing Frank Rijkaard (retired), Clarence Seedorf (transferred), Marc Overmars (injured), and Michael Reiziger (suspended).

23. 2019 – Tottenham 0-2 Liverpool

Venue: Wanda Metropolitano

Mohamed Salah scored a second-minute penalty. Divock Origi scored the second goal late in the match. Alisson made several saves to preserve the lead. Tottenham were playing in their first Champions League final.

22. 1993 – Marseille 1-0 AC Milan

Venue: Olympiastadion, Munich

Basile Boli scored just before halftime. Jean-Pierre Papin missed a second-half chance. Fabien Barthez made key saves. Marcel Desailly was instrumental in midfield and joined Milan after the final.

21. 2016 – Real Madrid 1-1 Atletico Madrid (Real win 5-3 on penalties)

Venue: San Siro

Sergio Ramos scored in the first half. Antoine Griezmann missed a penalty. Yannick Carrasco equalized. Cristiano Ronaldo scored the winning penalty.

20. 2007 – AC Milan 2-1 Liverpool

Venue: Olympic Stadium, Athens

Filippo Inzaghi scored twice—once via a deflection from an Andrea Pirlo free-kick, the second from a Kaka pass. Dirk Kuyt scored for Liverpool in the 89th minute.

19. 1998 – Juventus 0-1 Real Madrid

Venue: Amsterdam Arena

Predrag Mijatovic scored the winner. The match featured missed chances by Zidane, Davids, Raul, and Inzaghi. The pace was intense throughout.

18. 2024 – Borussia Dortmund 0-2 Real Madrid

Venue: Wembley Stadium

Julian Brandt, Karim Adeyemi, and Niclas Fullkrug had major chances in the first half. Fullkrug hit the post. Dani Carvajal scored in the 74th minute. Vinicius Jr. scored the second goal shortly afterward.

17. 1995 – Ajax 1-0 AC Milan

Venue: Ernst-Happel-Stadion

18-year-old Patrick Kluivert scored the only goal, assisted by Frank Rijkaard. Edwin van der Sar saved a volley from Marco Simone.

16. 2018 – Real Madrid 3-1 Liverpool

Venue: NSC Olimpiyskiy, Kyiv

Karim Benzema opened the scoring when Loris Karius threw the ball at his leg. Sadio Mane equalized. Gareth Bale scored an overhead kick and a long-range strike that Karius mishandled. Karius was later diagnosed with a concussion caused by Sergio Ramos.

15. 2012 – Chelsea 1-1 Bayern Munich (Chelsea win 4-3 on penalties)

Venue: Allianz Arena

Thomas Muller scored in the 83rd minute. Didier Drogba equalized with a header. Petr Cech saved an extra-time penalty from Arjen Robben. Drogba converted the winning penalty.

14. 1999 – Manchester United 2-1 Bayern Munich

Venue: Camp Nou

Mario Basler scored in the sixth minute. Teddy Sheringham equalized in the 91st minute. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer scored the winner in the 93rd minute. Roy Keane and Paul Scholes were suspended.

13. 2013 – Borussia Dortmund 1-2 Bayern Munich

Venue: Wembley Stadium

Mario Mandzukic scored the opener. Ilkay Gundogan equalized with a penalty. Arjen Robben scored the winner in the 89th minute.

12. 2015 – Juventus 1-3 Barcelona

Venue: Olympiastadion, Berlin

Ivan Rakitic scored in the third minute. Alvaro Morata equalized. Luis Suarez and Neymar added goals. Gianluigi Buffon made a key save from Suarez before conceding.

11. 2014 – Real Madrid 4-1 Atletico Madrid (AET)

Venue: Estadio da Luz

Diego Godin scored for Atletico. Sergio Ramos equalized in the 93rd minute. Gareth Bale, Marcelo, and Cristiano Ronaldo scored in extra time. Angel Di Maria played a key role in the comeback.

10. 2011 – Barcelona 3-1 Manchester United

Venue: Wembley Stadium

Pedro scored first. Wayne Rooney equalized. Lionel Messi and David Villa scored the second and third goals. Sir Alex Ferguson described Barcelona as “the best team I’ve faced.”

9. 1984 – Roma 1-1 Liverpool (Liverpool win 4-2 on penalties)

Venue: Stadio Olimpico

Phil Neal gave Liverpool the lead before Roberto Pruzzo equalized. The match went to penalties in Roma’s home stadium. Bruce Grobbelaar’s “spaghetti legs” antics distracted the Roma players. Liverpool won their fourth European Cup.

8. 2008 – Manchester United 1-1 Chelsea (Manchester United win 6-5 on penalties)

Venue: Luzhniki Stadium, Moscow

Cristiano Ronaldo scored with a header. Frank Lampard equalized. Didier Drogba was sent off. John Terry missed his penalty after slipping. Edwin van der Sar saved Nicolas Anelka’s final penalty.

7. 2017 – Juventus 1-4 Real Madrid

Venue: Millennium Stadium, Cardiff

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice. Mario Mandzukic equalized with an overhead kick. Casemiro and Marco Asensio scored in the second half. Juan Cuadrado was sent off. Sergio Ramos was involved in the red card incident.

6. 2006 – Barcelona 2-1 Arsenal

Venue: Stade de France

Jens Lehmann was sent off after 18 minutes. Sol Campbell scored for Arsenal. Samuel Eto’o equalized. Juliano Belletti scored the winner. Henrik Larsson assisted both goals.

5. 1997 – Borussia Dortmund 3-1 Juventus

Venue: Olympiastadion, Munich

Karl-Heinz Riedle scored twice. Alessandro Del Piero pulled one back. Lars Ricken scored with a chip shortly after coming on. Paul Lambert marked Zinedine Zidane effectively.

4. 2002 – Bayer Leverkusen 1-2 Real Madrid

Venue: Hampden Park

Raul scored first. Lucio equalized. Zinedine Zidane scored the winner with a left-footed volley before halftime. Iker Casillas replaced an injured Cesar and made key saves.

3. 2009 – Barcelona 2-0 Manchester United

Venue: Stadio Olimpico

Samuel Eto’o scored early. Lionel Messi added the second with a header. Cristiano Ronaldo had several speculative shots. Barcelona completed the treble.

2. 1994 – AC Milan 4-0 Barcelona

Venue: Olympic Stadium, Athens

Massaro, Savicevic, and Desailly scored. Savicevic’s lob came after Miguel Angel Nadal’s mistake. Fabio Capello called the performance “perfection.”

1. 2005 – AC Milan 3-3 Liverpool (Liverpool win 3-2 on penalties)

Venue: Ataturk Olympic Stadium

Paolo Maldini scored after 50 seconds. Hernan Crespo added two goals before halftime. Steven Gerrard, Vladimir Smicer, and Xabi Alonso scored within six minutes to level the game. Jerzy Dudek made a double save from Shevchenko in extra time and saved the decisive penalty in the shootout. Liverpool won their fifth European Cup.