Five great moments

A look at five of the Liverpool legend's finest displays:

Miracle in Istanbul (vs AC Milan, 2005, Champions League final)

Faced with the prospect of a humiliating defeat after falling 3-0 behind against an inspired AC Milan, Liverpool overcame almost insurmountable odds to win its first European Cup for 21 years thanks to Gerrard, whose never-say-die efforts in the Ataturk Stadium ensured he would forever be regarded as an Anfield icon. In the signature moment of Gerrard's glittering career, the midfielder, who admitted he was certain Liverpool would lose at halftime, helped orchestrate a comeback for the ages, reducing the deficit with a header before winning the penalty that led to Xabi Alonso's equalizer as Rafael Benitez's side scored three times in five incredible minutes. The Reds completed their astonishing triumph in a penalty shootout, leaving Gerrard to experience "the best moment of my life" as he lifted the trophy.