Ahead of Wednesday's 11th anniversary of Liverpool's incredible Champions League triumph over AC Milan in Istanbul, today is also a special occasion for one of the heroes of that night - Vladimir Smicer.

The former Reds midfielder celebrates his 43rd birthday, and it's also the same date he joined the club, back on May 24, 1999.

In tribute, 'One Moment in Time' above sees Smicer reflect on the drama that unfolded when Rafael Benitez's charges conquered Europe in 2005.

From his early introduction to the game at the Ataturk Stadium to signing off his final appearance with a second-half goal and a crucial penalty in the shootout, the former Czech Republic international relives all the emotions from that famous night.

On his spot-kick, the last time he struck a ball for Liverpool, Smicer said: "It was my most important kick in a Liverpool shirt. I was 32 years old, a former international player and I thought to myself: 'Take this responsibility'.

"It was like a maturity test for me. I knew it would be my last kick for Liverpool and that I would always be remembered for it."

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