The Champions League, where Europe's best clubs collide, has given us unforgettable moments. But nothing quite beats the thrill of a spectacular away win - teams defying hostile crowds, silencing home fans, and etching their dominance into football history.
Here we have explored the seven record-breaking away victories in the Champions League era, each brimming with drama, unforgettable performances, and a hint of audacity. They are a reminder of how the magic of European football can sometimes feel like something out of a dream.
Here Are the 7 Biggest Champions League Away Wins of All Time
1. MSK Žilina 0-7 Olympique de Marseille (November 3, 2010)
It was an unforgettable night in Slovakia, and Marseille—led by their talismanic striker André-Pierre Gignac—was on fire. The 7-0 scoreline wasn’t just a statement; it was a display of absolute power.
With goals from Gignac (who scored a hat-trick), Loïc Rémy, Lucho González, and Gabriel Heinze, Marseille humiliated MSK Žilina in front of their home crowd, setting a record that would last for years.
For the French club, it was a moment to bask in. For Žilina, it was an unfortunate reminder of how vast the gulf can be between Champions League powerhouses and the minnows. Marseille’s thrilling performance was one that would echo through history as one of the competition's most memorable away triumphs.
2. BATE Borisov 0-7 Shakhtar Donetsk (October 21, 2014)
When Shakhtar Donetsk visited the Borisov Arena in Belarus, they arrived with a sense of purpose. The hosts, BATE Borisov, had their own reputation in the Belarusian league but were completely outmatched on this Champions League night.
The Ukrainians delivered a devastating 7-0 hammering, with Luiz Adriano scoring an unforgettable five goals—becoming only the second player in history to do so in a single match, joining the ranks of Lionel Messi.
The atmosphere was strange, almost surreal. BATE’s fans, who had hoped for a historic night on home turf, instead watched as Shakhtar tore them apart with ruthless efficiency. Adriano’s record-breaking performance ensured this match would be remembered as one of the most dominant away victories in history.
3. NK Maribor 0-7 Liverpool (October 17, 2017)
Liverpool’s trip to Slovenia’s NK Maribor felt like a routine group-stage fixture. But it quickly turned into something extraordinary. The Reds blitzed their opponents with a display of sharp attacking football, showcasing the energy and intensity that would come to define their rise under Jürgen Klopp.
Roberto Firmino and Mohamed Salah were the standouts, each grabbing a brace, while Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Philippe Coutinho, and Trent Alexander-Arnold added their names to the scoresheet.
The scoreline left the Slovenian fans stunned, struggling to comprehend how their modest team had been torn apart. For Liverpool, it was a vindication of their style of play—a high-octane, pressuring football that was finally reaping rewards in Europe. This was no longer just a team looking for redemption; they were becoming a European powerhouse.
4. Barcelona 2-8 Bayern Munich (August 14, 2020)
Some defeats leave you shaken, and there are defeats that change the landscape of football forever. This match wasn’t just a result; it was a humbling, a brutal reminder of how quickly fortunes can shift.
Barcelona, one of the world’s most decorated clubs, was reduced to rubble as Bayern Munich dismantled them in an empty Estádio da Luz, Lisbon, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Bayern didn’t just beat Barcelona—they obliterated them. Thomas Müller and Robert Lewandowski were ruthless, and even Philippe Coutinho, who was loaned to Bayern from Barcelona, couldn’t resist scoring against his parent club.
The 8-2 demolition of Barcelona marked the end of an era for the Catalan giants, while Bayern Munich, with their efficiency and firepower, moved one step closer to their eventual European glory.
5. Dinamo Zagreb 1-7 Olympique Lyonnais (December 7, 2011)
In 2011, Olympique Lyonnais travelled to Maksimir Stadium in Croatia with their hopes of progressing to the knockout stages hanging by a thread. What followed was an extraordinary performance, powered by an incredible four-goal haul from Bafétimbi Gomis. Lyon’s players seemed possessed, scoring seven goals that secured their passage and carved their names into the Champions League history books.
Dinamo Zagreb did manage a single goal through Mateo Kovačić, but it was scant consolation for the home side, who were blown away by Lyon’s relentless attacks. For Lyon, this wasn’t just a win—it was a lifeline that reinvigorated their European campaign and solidified their reputation as one of France’s most competitive clubs on the continental stage.
6. Rangers 1-7 Liverpool (October 12, 2022)
At Ibrox Stadium, the tension was thick. Rangers had just taken the lead against Liverpool, with Scott Arfield’s strike sending the home crowd into a frenzy. But that joy was short-lived.
Liverpool responded with the fury of a team on a mission, tearing through Rangers’ defence like a tornado. Mohamed Salah’s incredible six-minute, three-goal blitz made history, while Roberto Firmino and Darwin Núñez also got in on the act. By the time Harvey Elliott added the seventh, it felt like a surreal dream for the Scottish side.
It was a night of painful memories for Rangers, who had hoped to make their mark on the competition but were instead outclassed by a Liverpool side in full flow. For Liverpool, it was a reminder of their European pedigree, a statement win that carried echoes of their glorious past.
6. AS Roma 1-7 Bayern Munich (October 21, 2014)
Roma, the proud hosts at the Stadio Olimpico, were completely stunned by Bayern Munich’s early blitz. In a match where everything went wrong for the Romans, Bayern Munich's aggressive football was too much to handle. Inside the first 36 minutes, Roma had already conceded five goals.
Arjen Robben, Mario Götze, and Robert Lewandowski were the masterminds of this demolition, and even when Gervinho pulled one back for Roma, there was no denying that Bayern’s night had already been written in history.
This wasn’t just a defeat; it was an obliteration. Roma’s fans could only sit in disbelief as Bayern Munich flexed their European muscle, leaving them to reflect on just how far they still had to go to compete with the continent’s elite.
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