The article reflects on the author's thoughts about aging, emphasizing the losses associated with it, including friendships, loved ones, and physical capabilities. It commemorates the 20th anniversary of Liverpool's historic Champions League victory over Milan, an event that holds significant sentimental value. The piece recounts the author’s initial reluctance to attend and how the memories of that incredible day remain vivid despite the passage of years. The narrative captures the emotions linked to both aging and unforgettable moments in sports.
We can tell ourselves something different but, the truth is, getting old is rubbish. There are various reasons... the main one is loss.
Sunday marks the 20th anniversary of Liverpool's Champions League victory over Milan in Istanbul, and of course it's been that long.
I nearly didn't go. Working as a reporter... it felt impractical... but the closer it came into view the more I knew I simply had to be there.
Having landed early on Wednesday morning, I was exhausted but ecstatic. The right decision had definitely been made.
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