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Kaka admits AC Milan were scared of Liverpool comeback repeat in 2007

Kaka has admitted AC Milan feared another Liverpool comeback in their 2007 Champions League final rematch.

The Reds came back from 3-0 to win on penalties against Milan in 2005.

Milan were up 2-0 in the rematch before Dirk Kuyt pulled back a late goal. And Kaka says his teammates were scared the game would go into extra-time.

"It was terrible, it was terrible when they scored the goal because the memory of 2005 came back: 'Oh no, not again,'" the Brazilian told the club's website.

"It was a battle of wills and we felt the fear, the 'Oh no, it's happening again' feeling. Fortunately, we held out and were able to celebrate at the end."

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