UEFA Champions League 2023/24 Season - page 144.

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Quote from: pawel7777 on May 01, 2024, 04:45:33 PM

Borussia was the biggest underdog out of the 4 remaining teams, but they say there are no weak teams at this stage of the tournament and BvB proved this statement to be right.
The outright odds for Borussia to win UCL were x10.0 before today's game and I wonder if the bookies will still give them the least chance when the odds get updated.
The 1-0 win might not sound like a lot, but it'll put PSG under a lot of pressure. Moreover (as per the league statistics) BvB tends to perform slightly better at away games.

Bayern fans must feel disappointed. It was a pretty even game but it looked like Bayern could drive the win to the end until that completely unnecessary foul in the penalty area by Kim. The rematch in Mardid is not going to be easy.

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Dortmund is the most underrated team among the semi finalist and they have given us a good result to show and prove to the world that they should not be underrated in the race to the to be the champions this season.

This win is a great win for Dortmund, it has given them advantage and a step ahead in the race to the final against PSG.

Many people are predicting PSG vs Madrid as the finalist of this season’s Champions league, but as it stands now, we are not yet sure which teams will be the finalists of this season, but PSG might not make it.

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But what was most special was not the goal, but everyone was talking about the assist from Toni Kroos which made the world trending, especially on Twitter. We know that it is not difficult for Toni Kroos to provide a pass that is pleasing to the eye and that was proven by his assist for Vinicius' first goal where he saw the empty space left by Kim Min Jae and at that moment he appointed Vinicius to immediately run into that space and yes Immediately, it became a goal that managed to break through Manuel Neuer's goal. It is extraordinary that he is 34 years old but is still a mainstay in setting the tempo of the game and as the most active midfielder in helping the attack.

It is not wrong for Kroos to be nicknamed "The Sniper" because after all the passes he gives are so able to spoil the attackers that make them comfortable in scoring goals and this is not the first time he has done that because indeed if you see what he does throughout the season passes like this become an attraction for him so it is not wrong if he is still one of the players who is trusted as a line up in Madrid.
Kroos and Modric always control the midfield well and he's such a visionary player that no one would argue that Madrid's midfield is still very good.
In today's match, with Kroos' fine pass, it seemed that the focus was on Vini's movement, but the hand movement that was given was able to make the Bayern defenders a little fooled, which made them lag behind Vini because if we look at at least 4 Bayern defenders who did not expect Kroos' pass to reach Vini smoothly.

Yeah, its not wrong for Kroos to be called the sniper in this case because after all, judging by what he's doing right now he has a good player's instinct and saying about the greatness of Madrid's midfield I'm even more reminded of the trio that was previously instrumental in bringing Madrid three consecutive Champions League championships where it was Casemiro, Modric and Kroos.

Now that Casemiro has left, Modric and Kroos are still very good, and with the likes of Tchouameni, Camavinga and Valverde in Madrid's midfield, they are still solid enough to make Madrid's job in a match easier . Now at 2-2 on aggregate, of course both clubs still have hope of winning and advancing to the final but with the current conditions I am still optimistic that Madrid will stay on that path and advance to the final .

The other match of the day saw PSG concede a 1-goal lead at Signal Iduna Park as Dortmund managed to secure their victory at home this time. this match was no less interesting in my opinion as both clubs gave a good performance for 90 minutes.

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Borussia was the biggest underdog out of the 4 remaining teams, but they say there are no weak teams at this stage of the tournament and BvB proved this statement to be right.
The outright odds for Borussia to win UCL were x10.0 before today's game and I wonder if the bookies will still give them the least chance when the odds get updated.
The 1-0 win might not sound like a lot, but it'll put PSG under a lot of pressure. Moreover (as per the league statistics) BvB tends to perform slightly better at away games.

Bayern fans must feel disappointed. It was a pretty even game but it looked like Bayern could drive the win to the end until that completely unnecessary foul in the penalty area by Kim. The rematch in Mardid is not going to be easy.

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Quote from: Obim34 on May 01, 2024, 04:32:58 PM

Dortmund victory over PSG wasn't an easy one, during the second half of the game there were a lot of pressure from PSG. I think Dortmund were only lucky enough that the attempts were not successfully converted into goals. The both teams played really good, but at the beginning of the first half Dortmund deserve to take on the lead, PSG revived during the second half and luck on goals wasn't with them. PSG will be home in the next fixtures, I hope they do better than this.

Dortmund made me proud throughout today and whilst I was so scared for them, I never thought they could push the 1- 0 scores and maintain it to the end. Right now, Dortmund are at a greater opportunity to qualify for the final stage than any other team now with their performance tonight. I least expected that Dortmund will hold PSG strength to strength until they secured a victory at the end of match. When two hot clubs are playing a match in an heated contest like the Champions league semifinals of today, it is usually scary and most challenging to give a one goal difference between the other or to play a game to a draw.

PSG has got only one opportunity left which is the second leg to be played at the PSG home. If they can be able to win over the next match with a good goal difference, they may scale through on Dortmund most especially look for alternatives.

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Quote from: Falconer on May 01, 2024, 04:18:03 PM

I am not surprised by PSG's defeat today playing at Signal Iduna Park. Dortmund really impressed throughout the match and they proved themselves to be a team that can never be underestimated. Winning home games is a good asset for Dortmund, but they must be aware that PSG can do better at home and force Dortmund to give up.

The match ended in favour of the home team, it was an home win for them and they’ll really be happy that they won today even though I didn’t saw it coming and only expected a draw in this match. Dortmund played well today and they made use of the advantage they had early and that’s one of the quality of a good team especially in a very high competition like this.

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PSG's game today was not very impressive even though they actually dominated the match. Several players failed to take advantage of many opportunities, the rest failed to penetrate the tight defense of Edin Terzić's men. Dortmund in terms of quality has never lost to PSG, I can say that after seeing their action today.

Dortmund won today and took all three points with one goal today even though points don’t matter in this stage now but only your total number of goals mattered. PSG are good at comebacks and that was what happened in their quarter finals against Barcelona that gave them the qualification to this stage. Dortmund shouldn’t be surprised if they’re eliminated by PSG in their second leg match. For that reason, Dortmund should be extra prepared in that match.

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Quote from: Moreno233 on May 01, 2024, 03:14:29 PM

What a fantastic first half! Against popular opinion, Borussia Dortmund are leading by 1-0 in a match people think will be a PSG match. The goal was not by mistake though and there was nothing PSG would have done to stop the ground strike by Niclas Fullkrug. I don't know what to expect in second half but judging by PSG recent history, they have an amazing record of come backs. Several times they came back to win or draw matches that, they can surely do that tonight.

That is what everyone expects to happen: that PSG will have a win in the second half or go on a draw, but unfortunately, they were not able to get a goal in the game, and even with the struggling that they did, they were not able to make it. which is as a result of the strong defense that Dortmund maintain in the game today. If not, I don't expect or think the game will end this way, but we will still put more hope on the second leg, which is a home game for PSG, and I see it as an opportunity for PSG to qualify, which if they don't do that, I don't think they will be able to make it to the finals, which will make it a great hope for Real Madrid to go home with the trophy.

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PSG loves putting their backs against the wall don't they? They are just one goal down but they are still playing a dangerous game hehe. They were a bit unlucky with the woodwork but I still think they will turn this around. I'm also hoping the odds would be at least @3 in the second leg .

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It was the same thing I was telling a friend, that Dortmund play differently on their home ground, if you watch the way they played against PSG, you will notice how fierce they are with their attack and midfield, they don't have your regular players with much publication but are a group of average players with a different approach to the game of football, to large extent I feel PSG are even Lucky not to conceive more than one goal on Dortmund's ground. If PSG will get a draw, that might be at their home soil in Paris, which I still believe to a large extent that it might be difficult for them even.

Today we get the fact that Dortmund is playing very well at home. Not only in building attacks, but Dortmund really succeeded in thwarting many of PSG's efforts in building attacks. Good defense, great attacking patterns and a lot of breaking up the opponent's ball flow with high pressing are advantages that can be seen from Dortmund's game scheme today, but this will not definitely be repeated and maintained in the second leg.

PSG is at home for the second leg and they will do everything to come back. PSG have quality players even though their performance today was not completely good, but I give them a little confidence to do their best at home later. I don't expect PSG to fail to qualify for the final, but this could happen as long as they don't really play well in the second leg. Home advantage will certainly be valuable capital for PSG, they must take advantage of it.

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It can be confirmed that this season's UCL league champions, if not Real Madrid, means Bayern Munich.

I dare not say it. Lol

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Quote from: Falconer on May 01, 2024, 04:18:03 PM

I am not surprised by PSG's defeat today playing at Signal Iduna Park. Dortmund really impressed throughout the match and they proved themselves to be a team that can never be underestimated. Winning home games is a good asset for Dortmund, but they must be aware that PSG can do better at home and force Dortmund to give up.

PSG's game today was not very impressive even though they actually dominated the match. Several players failed to take advantage of many opportunities, the rest failed to penetrate the tight defense of Edin Terzić's men. Dortmund in terms of quality has never lost to PSG, I can say that after seeing their action today.

Actually, PSG's game wasn't too bad in this match, it was just less effective in taking advantage of the opportunities that existed. Apart from that, Dortmund's defense was also very solid in this match. If Dortmund maintains the performance they showed in the first leg, I think Dortmund has the opportunity to beat PSG again in the second leg. Borussia Dortmund are now one game away from reaching the Champions League final.

But to be honest, I see Dortmund or PSG's game in the first leg, it will be the easiest and most comfortable match for Real Madrid/Bayern Munich when they face them in the UCL Final this season. It can be confirmed that this season's UCL league champions, if not Real Madrid, means Bayern Munich.

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Quote from: Ruttoshi on May 01, 2024, 04:13:44 PM

The match is over and PSG was unable to equalize the goal. The second half was filled with thrill and lots of chances from PSG but three of the hit the goal post.

Dortmund succeed to win in Leg 1. I think it is because Dortmund played with a better motivation, they played more aggressive. PSG got difficulty to equalize the goal because Dortmund players have a good confident to dal with any attack of PSG players. Dortmund can keep up PSG game, it showed that they have almost the same stats of shot attempts.

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I am still surprised that PSG could not find the back of the net for 90 minutes, this is might affect them when they are play at home in France, because Dortmund now have a better advantage of qualifying to the finals that PSG. It is only if the win with two goals margin, that PSG will be able to qualify to the finals.

I'm not so surprised with this. It is because PSG players can't play with a calm mind after they got a conceded goal. They too hurry to equalize the score, that makes them to waste many shot attempts. However, leading with 1 goal only isn't secure for Dortmund to qualify for the final. PSG still has a chance to overtake it in the next match.

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PSG are losing so far, but it's not the end of the match... But perhaps Dortmund are playing with more confidence at home... PSG have fewer dangerous chances, of which there were only a few... At the beginning of the second half, Mbappe tries to do something, but Dortmund are fine...

Dortmund are more crazy playing at home especially so many fans who fill the stadium this adds to the mentality of the players to be more enthusiastic and aggressive in attack, I saw in the second half more Dortmund attacks than PSG.

Yes PSG are trying to find space to make a goal but until now it is still difficult even though there is still time to do it, Dortmund will not let that happen but I hope this match ends in a draw because that's the bet I did. Cheesy

It was the same thing I was telling a friend, that Dortmund play differently on their home ground, if you watch the way they played against PSG, you will notice how fierce they are with their attack and midfield, they don't have your regular players with much publication but are a group of average players with a different approach to the game of football, to large extent I feel PSG are even Lucky not to conceive more than one goal on Dortmund's ground. If PSG will get a draw, that might be at their home soil in Paris, which I still believe to a large extent that it might be difficult for them even.

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Quote from: Issa56 on May 01, 2024, 04:21:49 PM

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Dortmund played perfectly, they could have scored more goals. But on the other hand, PSG could have scored too, they were unlucky with two balls that hit the post in quick succession.

Seriously the two clubs performed well in the match, but I never expected Dortmund to win the match, I placed bet on PSG to win the match, but Dortmund performance was just so nice which gave them a win in the match. let’s see how the second leg of the match is going to be, but Dortmund have to be careful, the second leg won’t really be a easy one, PSG will want to do everything possible just to win the second leg of the match, but since Dortmund can surprise us in the first leg, let’s hope they will be able to surprise us in the second leg of the match.

Dortmund played better in the first half, and the first 30 mins was dominanted by them, and they were able to use that as an advantage to score when they had the chance. The second half was more in the favor of PSG, but they were not lucky enough to score just one goal, as Mbappe ball was a bar ball. It was a wonderful game but with just one goal, unlike yesterday game that we had 4 goals.

PSG will not take it slightly in the second leg, and Dortmund needs to be aware of that because that is PSG only hope of winning so that they can qualify to the finals. Let it not be a shock to us, if it happens that PSG did not qualify to the finals. This is why the zeal and passion of qualifying to the fins must be a key factor in their performance in order for them to achieve it.

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Quote from: Issa56 on May 01, 2024, 04:21:49 PM

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Dortmund played perfectly, they could have scored more goals. But on the other hand, PSG could have scored too, they were unlucky with two balls that hit the post in quick succession.

Seriously the two clubs performed well in the match, but I never expected Dortmund to win the match, I placed bet on PSG to win the match, but Dortmund performance was just so nice which gave them a win in the match. let’s see how the second leg of the match is going to be, but Dortmund have to be careful, the second leg won’t really be a easy one, PSG will want to do everything possible just to win the second leg of the match, but since Dortmund can surprise us in the first leg, let’s hope they will be able to surprise us in the second leg of the match.

Dortmund victory over PSG wasn't an easy one, during the second half of the game there were a lot of pressure from PSG. I think Dortmund were only lucky enough that the attempts were not successfully converted into goals. The both teams played really good, but at the beginning of the first half Dortmund deserve to take on the lead, PSG revived during the second half and luck on goals wasn't with them. PSG will be home in the next fixtures, I hope they do better than this.

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The result were predictable. Both of these are the top teams in Champions League and the winner of now 2nd leg would probably end up winning the league. Both team played equally well. Though Real Madrid had the lead, they needed to push hard at the end to end up in draw. Of the two I would have bet for Real as they are the better team overall but the game being played at Allianz Arena

The UEFA Champions League is one of the major top league in the European world of football. Bayern Munich have already made a mistake in the first leg, allowing Real Madrid to have a tie at Allianz Arena which was not probably easy on Los Blancos end. I admired the coaching style of Carlo Ancelotti during the Bayern Munich vs Real Madrid match, I was so pleased with his pattern. He doesn't show but stay calmed and having his chewing gum doing the talking while his opposition, Thomas Tuchel was busy shouting all through but it does mean both sides will meet again in Santiago Bernabéu.

I was expecting to see a much better performance from Real Madrid in this game and I was predicting Real Madrid winning this match against Bayern Munich. But sadly I was not right, maybe since Bayern Munich was playing at home they used the advantage of playing at home, and that's why they could make Real Madrid stop.
Otherwise, I think Calro Ancelotti could have a much easier game. Maybe that's why in the second leg they will have a much better performance and win the game. because the situation in Bayern Munich was not good at all to win this match against a team like Real Madrid.

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Quote from: ingiltere on May 01, 2024, 04:03:50 PM

Dortmund played perfectly, they could have scored more goals. But on the other hand, PSG could have scored too, they were unlucky with two balls that hit the post in quick succession.

Seriously the two clubs performed well in the match, but I never expected Dortmund to win the match, I placed bet on PSG to win the match, but Dortmund performance was just so nice which gave them a win in the match. let’s see how the second leg of the match is going to be, but Dortmund have to be careful, the second leg won’t really be a easy one, PSG will want to do everything possible just to win the second leg of the match, but since Dortmund can surprise us in the first leg, let’s hope they will be able to surprise us in the second leg of the match.

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I am not surprised by PSG's defeat today playing at Signal Iduna Park. Dortmund really impressed throughout the match and they proved themselves to be a team that can never be underestimated. Winning home games is a good asset for Dortmund, but they must be aware that PSG can do better at home and force Dortmund to give up.

PSG's game today was not very impressive even though they actually dominated the match. Several players failed to take advantage of many opportunities, the rest failed to penetrate the tight defense of Edin Terzić's men. Dortmund in terms of quality has never lost to PSG, I can say that after seeing their action today.

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It's a very good game, the second half started very well.
PSG's two balls hit the post. There is a high probability that we will see another goal. There are 15 minutes left in the game.
We have been watching very good games for two days.

With the way things are hitting up it's likely that a goal comes any moment within the remaining time left but the game can still just end up that same scoreline too but one thing is for sure and that's a mouth watering second leg full of goals because Paris st German will come all out for the win if they lose this leg and the same way they handle Barcelona maybe they might rough handle Dortmund too at home.

The match has come to an end, and the score was 1-0. Dortmund finally won the game. It was not easy for them, but they really managed to defend the goal. Both PSG and Dortmund really played well, but they played with serious consciousness, and that is why there were not many goals. Now that Dortmund have won their home game, in the second leg, I have little confidence that PSG will also try to win their home game too, and possibly even defeat Dortmund by more than one goal Dortmund defeated them. But let's see what will really happen; maybe Dortmund will try to play a defensive game in the second leg to continue to defend that one-goal lead.

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What a fantastic first half! Against popular opinion, Borussia Dortmund are leading by 1-0 in a match people think will be a PSG match. The goal was not by mistake though and there was nothing PSG would have done to stop the ground strike by Niclas Fullkrug. I don't know what to expect in second half but judging by PSG recent history, they have an amazing record of come backs. Several times they came back to win or draw matches that, they can surely do that tonight.

I just hope they can do a comeback tonight because almost hopes are on them and everyone believes they will prevail against Borussia Dortmund. In the overall statistics of each team’s appearance in the Champions League, PSG got the better record and they will not want anything to happen to that record tonight by losing to Dortmund, even at least a draw they will want to fight for. Just few minutes to the me of the game, and PSG have not scored any goal. This is going to be a home victory for Dortmund tonight, maybe PSG can do better in the second leg at their home next week. I didn't expect this result but that’s what football is, the unexpected always happens when you least expect it.

The match is over and PSG was unable to equalize the goal. The second half was filled with thrill and lots of chances from PSG but three of the hit the goal post.

I am still surprised that PSG could not find the back of the net for 90 minutes, this is might affect them when they are play at home in France, because Dortmund now have a better advantage of qualifying to the finals that PSG. It is only if the win with two goals margin, that PSG will be able to qualify to the finals.

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Quote from: MK-74 on May 01, 2024, 03:37:02 PM

It's a very good game, the second half started very well.
PSG's two balls hit the post. There is a high probability that we will see another goal. There are 15 minutes left in the game.
We have been watching very good games for two days.

The match is entertaining like the game between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid yesterday. From the level of play, this match is not a one-goal game because there have been some much goal scoring chances. Both teams have shown great displays of determination and quality to move to the finals. PSG improved very well this second half but Borussia Dortmund is not also relaxing.

I saw an uncommon display from Jadon Sancho. The English player have been torn on the flesh of PSG's defense, especially Nuno Mendes who he has driving up and down. The former Manchester United player deserves to be the man of the match. I know that some Red Devil fans will be blaming Erik ten Hag for pushing the player out of Old Trafford.

The game had finally ended and the underdog has emerged victorious. They now have a goal advantage over PSG and will do everything possible to protect it. PSG will have to come up with a plan to overturn this deficit. If they fail to make it to the finals, heads will roll in the club, and even the technical crew might lose their job since the success of any coach is evaluated by winning the UCL.

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Quote from: Franctoshi on May 01, 2024, 03:31:58 PM

Majority of are people are looking down on the capacity of Borussia Dortmund in this game and forgetting that they're not a small team club for PSG to easily defeat when it comes to champions league competition, if this game ends like this 1-0 ,PSG has got big problem , because they will be focused on trying to equalize the goal first, whereas their opponent team Borussia Dortmund would be looking for more goals and wouldn't be on much pressure as PSG will be.

It's over this match that Dortmund have won with a score of 1-0 this is capital for the second leg later, but for me PSG will not be too heavy with 1 goal behind they will still try at home at least winning more than 2 goals is still very possible.

Dortmund played more dominant despite losing in the statistics to survive until the whistle sounded..... Dortmund had more chances than PSG, but for some reason PSG players always kicked up even though it was in front of the Dortmund goal.

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