My Favourite Game: Manchester United 2 - 1 Bayern Munich

The first in a series of articles where our contributors talk you through their favourite matches. 

The first up is an obvious choice from our Editor. The 1999 Champions League Final.

Manchester United went into the game having won the league and cup double and were chasing an historic treble.

The quest for glory in Europe's premier competition had the focus point of United's development since they qualified in 1993.

There were some memorable encounters along the route to the final. This included an incredible comeback against Juventus.

The final itself 

United were without Paul Scholes and their captain Roy Keane who were both suspended. 

Mario Basler gave Bayern the lead after 5 minutes and as the game developed, it started to look like they would win and United would fall short.

There was to be a dramatic end to the game though...

Goals from Teddy Sheringham and Ole Solskjaer in stoppage gave United a win that will be remembered forever. 

Our editor says...

"Those moments will live with me forever.

"From utter dejection to just absolute carnage in a few moments.

"The post match party was amazing and I don't think I slept until the Friday. The parade down Deansgate with United fans all over was pretty memorable as well."

Legacy 

United fans still sing about that goal from their current manager. 

Late in May in 1999...