Yes, Leverkusen is still showing their good quality this season in the Bundesliga, even though it is not as good as last season. Because Leverkusen's main focus is definitely just to secure tickets to the UCL again and an even more important focus is to achieve good results in the UCL that is being played. And everything seems fine for Xabi Alonso and his Leverkusen team.
Tomorrow Bayer Leverkusen will be a guest at Brest's home ground where both teams have been able to win in the first two matches in the Champions League this season and have collected six points for the time being. So tomorrow the match for both teams will definitely be more fierce because their positions in the current standings are also not far apart and that will provide greater enthusiasm for both teams to play better in order to stay in a better position. And I hope Leverkusen is not careless in attacking and in taking advantage of the opportunities available for tomorrow.
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I wonder what I don't know? Juventus' win odds against Stuttgart were around 1.45 when it first opened
Little by little every day, this rate constantly increased. While the odds on the site I was playing on yesterday were 1.71, today I looked and saw that it was 1.78. Will Juventus or will they play with the reserves?
Stuttgart is a team that has drawn 4 times in the last 5 matches and lost to Bayern. If Juve's rivals were Real, Barça or City, I would say okay, but why does this rate increase when Stuttgart is present?
Little by little every day, this rate constantly increased. While the odds on the site I was playing on yesterday were 1.71, today I looked and saw that it was 1.78. Will Juventus or will they play with the reserves?
Stuttgart is a team that has drawn 4 times in the last 5 matches and lost to Bayern. If Juve's rivals were Real, Barça or City, I would say okay, but why does this rate increase when Stuttgart is present?
If the game was going to be played in Germany then I could say Dortmund were advantageous. But I don't think they have a chance at Santiago Bernabeu.If there wasn't El Clasico at the weekend, I would bet on Real Madrid to win by landslide.But I think Ancelotti won't tire his players much by thinking of the game at the weekend.
Maybe yes, but it doesn't have a big impact even though the match is held in Germany. however, as we know, Madrid is a team that has a champion mentality regardless of whether they play away or at home. on the contrary, this match is a big test for Nuri Sahin and the Borussia Dortmund players. can they match Madrid's game, or at least the match ends in a draw. if so, Dortmund remains safe in the temporary group stage standings. Dortmund still has teams that can be said to be strong opponents, Leipzig and Barcelona. however, that does not mean that the other teams are easy opponents, therefore this match is important to at least get one point so that they remain safe. in the home team's camp, after playing against Dortmund they will host Barcelona in the Domestic League in the context of the El Clasico Match. Madrid is far superior in this match, especially playing in front of their own supporters at the Santiago Bernabeu. they must get full points, if not, that means in every remaining match Madrid must appear all out to get full points. let's just wait, maybe there will be a surprise.
If the game was going to be played in Germany then I could say Dortmund were advantageous. But I don't think they have a chance at Santiago Bernabeu.If there wasn't El Clasico at the weekend, I would bet on Real Madrid to win by landslide.But I think Ancelotti won't tire his players much by thinking of the game at the weekend.
El Clasico is more important than the Champions League match against Borussia Dortmund for Real Madrid, because it involves pride in their rivalry with Barcelona, so we have the same idea that Ancelotti will choose a safer line-up. However, that doesn't make me think that Real Madrid will have a hard time getting full points.
If the game was going to be played in Germany then I could say Dortmund were advantageous. But I don't think they have a chance at Santiago Bernabeu.If there wasn't El Clasico at the weekend, I would bet on Real Madrid to win by landslide.But I think Ancelotti won't tire his players much by thinking of the game at the weekend.
If PSG step up their games I don’t think there will be a problem winning PSV. No doubt we all know PSV have a good squad. But that doesn’t mean they’re on same level with Arsenal who won against PSG.
So I think it’s either a win for PSG of a draw in worst case.
PSG will not have any trouble when hosting PSV at Parc des Princes in today's match because PSG still looks pretty good when playing in the Champions League. In addition, during the two matches that PSV has played, the team has never tasted victory so that could be an opportunity for PSG to make PSV still lose in their third match in the Champions League this season. And the note is as you said where PSG must play as well as possible so that PSG can get a much better position when they have full points in their home game today.So I think it’s either a win for PSG of a draw in worst case.
I would say PSV is a very strong team, but it's in the Eredivisie. PSV players have been in great form this season in the Eredivisie League. We have seen PSV win every match in the Eredivisie. As the Eredivisie opponents are weak, it has been very easy for PSV to dominate the Eredivisie. But we haven't seen PSV play well on the Champions League platform. PSV team failed to win even one of the two matches.
An experienced coach is essential if you want to do well on the Champions League platform. PSG coach Luis Enrique is very experienced. And that's why we all consider PSG as favorites in the match against PSV. But if PSG does not play well, they have no chance of winning. PSG lost against Arsenal in the last match. PSG must win against PSV if they want to stay at the top of the Champions League table.
If PSG step up their games I don’t think there will be a problem winning PSV. No doubt we all know PSV have a good squad. But that doesn’t mean they’re on same level with Arsenal who won against PSG.
So I think it’s either a win for PSG of a draw in worst case.
PSG will not have any trouble when hosting PSV at Parc des Princes in today's match because PSG still looks pretty good when playing in the Champions League. In addition, during the two matches that PSV has played, the team has never tasted victory so that could be an opportunity for PSG to make PSV still lose in their third match in the Champions League this season. And the note is as you said where PSG must play as well as possible so that PSG can get a much better position when they have full points in their home game today.So I think it’s either a win for PSG of a draw in worst case.
In addition, the PSG vs PSV Eindhoven match is also interesting to watch.
Winning against PSV is going to be a big challenge for Luis Enrique. PSG lost against Arsenal in the second match after a narrow 1-0 win against Girona in the first match of the Champions League. PSG lost 2-0 against Arsenal. PSV is a very tough opponent for PSG at the moment.PSV team is very strong. PSV is at the top of the table in the Eredevisie league. The important thing is that PSV won all 9 matches in the Eredevisie. PSV is in great form this season. That is why it will be very difficult for PSG to secure 3 points from today's match. Both have strong squads.
So I think it’s either a win for PSG of a draw in worst case.
I cannot consider the PSV team to be any less strong than PSG. I watched PSV's performance in the Eredivisie. This group is very strong. PSV scored 29 goals in 9 matches in the Eredivisie League and conceded only 6 goals. The forward players of this team are also in good form and the defense is also very strong.
PSG I will favor in this match because their coach Luis Enrique is very experienced. He will definitely be able to find PSV's weaknesses. However, if PSG players make any mistakes in this match, there is a big chance of them losing points. No doubt this match will be very competitive. And both teams have the potential to win.
But now the number of injured Real Madrid players that I know has decreased and now Vinicius can play for Real Madrid so I predict that in that match Real Madrid will have a big potential to win against Dortmund. yes I hope my bet is successful and makes a profit.
Real Madrid vs Dortmund, the game will probably go in Real Madrid's favor because these are not the same Dortmund players who played with Real Madrid last season, they lost several players, and some will be out with injuries. Real Madrid players are fit enough to play, except Carvajal and Brahim Díaz; so defeating Dortmund shouldn't be a problem. However, we shouldn't expect them to score a lot of goals because Madrid hasn't had luck with goals this season.
If PSG step up their games I don’t think there will be a problem winning PSV. No doubt we all know PSV have a good squad. But that doesn’t mean they’re on same level with Arsenal who won against PSG.
So I think it’s either a win for PSG of a draw in worst case.
So I think it’s either a win for PSG of a draw in worst case.
My prediction is that PSG will win today's game and that they will not draw with PSV. PSV doesn't have a great squad to compete with other top teams in the Champions League; they just have a strong squad to play in their league. They haven't won a single game, they even drew their second home match against Sporting after losing to Juventus. Although both teams have lost in the Champions League this season, PSG is the favorite to win because they are playing at home and have the opportunity to increase their standing points, so I do not expect a draw between PSG and PSV.
Here are today's Champions League matches:
1. Monaco — Crvena Zvezda
2. Milan — Club Brugge
3. Arsenal — Shakhtar Donetsk
4. Juventus — Stuttgart
5. Sturm Graz — Sporting
6. Real Madrid — Borussia Dortmund
7. PSG — PSV
8. Girona — Slovan
9. Aston Villa — Bologna
I think the most anticipated match is Real Madrid vs. Borussia Dortmund. As many have mentioned, the outcome of this game is very hard to predict.
1. Monaco — Crvena Zvezda
2. Milan — Club Brugge
3. Arsenal — Shakhtar Donetsk
4. Juventus — Stuttgart
5. Sturm Graz — Sporting
6. Real Madrid — Borussia Dortmund
7. PSG — PSV
8. Girona — Slovan
9. Aston Villa — Bologna
I think the most anticipated match is Real Madrid vs. Borussia Dortmund. As many have mentioned, the outcome of this game is very hard to predict.
2 matches as the opening will be played today and what caught my attention was the match between AC Milan vs Club Brugge, this is the 3rd match for AC Milan in the Champiosn League and the previous 2 matches AC Milan were defeated well this is the right time for them to catch up in points if not then AC Milan will be left behind. As a home team, AC Milan should be able to take advantage of the situation and get the first win and this victory is important to increase the confidence of the players, I don't think it's a bad idea if we place a bet there I mean on the market 1x2 on AC Milan side. The odds are also not bad 1.42 and this will continue to change before the match is played.
AC Milan opponent this time around seems to be the one that they can easily win. AC Milan past two opponents has really been tough ones and the last one they had to play at away and I believe that it was what made them lose their the match in the champions League. Now they have the opportunity to play at home against a weaker team compared to the ones they have faced in their last two matches. Anything less than a win is not acceptable from AC Milan. The odds from the bookies seems to favour them very well, so anytime less than a win from AC Milan will be highly unacceptable and the fans will start demanding for their manager sack. So placing a home win bet in favour of AC Milan will be a good decision and I will go with it. 
Barcelona vs Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League, who's taking home three solid winning points? You going to vouch for Barcelona to have e trembling winning against the Bundesliga giant? I don't think so because Barcelona have poor records when it comes to UEFA Champions League. They can only dominate in La Liga, Copa de Rey but absolutely ghost out when it comes to the main UEFA Champions League. Perhaps Barcelona now have Hansi Flick, one of the most promising manager to make things worked out for the club and we know his presence is core development for the club.
Barcelona are competent and alway deliver good results. They will strive for the very best this season, we just have to be patient and watch how everything will play out for the club. Barcelona now have dashing performances and currently ranked first on La Liga table, I think they can actually go far this season.
Barcelona are competent and alway deliver good results. They will strive for the very best this season, we just have to be patient and watch how everything will play out for the club. Barcelona now have dashing performances and currently ranked first on La Liga table, I think they can actually go far this season.
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Real Madrid will probably play their best XI for the first time this season. In almost every match in the past, a key player in Madrid's squad has missed the match due to injury. However, almost all the important players of Madrid will be in the squad for this match. Dani Carvajala will not be with the squad due to injury. However, Madrid will not face too many problems for this. Lucas Vázquez, Rudiger, Militao and Mendy are all very talented players.
Madrid will probably play in a 4-1-2-3 formation in this match. The attack will be Vini-Mbappe-Rodrygo. Everyone is a great player. And able to attack very quickly. So I would say today it will be very difficult for Dortmund to counter the counter attacks of Real Madrid players.
This is only possible lineup because actually the lineup for both teams hasn't published yet but although Real Madrid has facing storm injury but Ancelotti still utilize the current squad and for front lines Real Madrid had no problem because Vinicius, Rodrygo, Mbappe and Endrick will be available today and my prediction for this match is Real Madrid will taking initiative to playing attacking since early minutes and they will aiming fast goal and Real Madrid have already to lost once so win result is mandatory for them to open their chances to finish at top 8 but i am very confident Real Madrid can able to overcome Dortmund today and at stake.com Real Madrid win has odds @1.54 and although the odds is not high i think this is good option to pickedReal Madrid will probably play their best XI for the first time this season. In almost every match in the past, a key player in Madrid's squad has missed the match due to injury. However, almost all the important players of Madrid will be in the squad for this match. Dani Carvajala will not be with the squad due to injury. However, Madrid will not face too many problems for this. Lucas Vázquez, Rudiger, Militao and Mendy are all very talented players.
Madrid will probably play in a 4-1-2-3 formation in this match. The attack will be Vini-Mbappe-Rodrygo. Everyone is a great player. And able to attack very quickly. So I would say today it will be very difficult for Dortmund to counter the counter attacks of Real Madrid players.
I also think that Real Madrid team will play attacking strategy from the first minute of the match. Vinicius, Mbappe, Rodrygo and Bellingham are all capable of attacking quickly in Madrid's attack. Another important point is that Dortmund's defense is not strong. Dortmund's performances in the Bundesliga have been erratic and poor due to their poor defence. Dortmund conceded 12 goals in 7 matches.
Ancelotti identifies his opponent's weaknesses and then develops his own match strategy. Ancelotti will want to take advantage of Dortmund's weak defense. And if Madrid players play attacking from the beginning of the match, Dortmund players will be under pressure from the beginning of the match. It will be easy for Madrid to dominate the match.
If PSG step up their games I don’t think there will be a problem winning PSV. No doubt we all know PSV have a good squad. But that doesn’t mean they’re on same level with Arsenal who won against PSG.
So I think it’s either a win for PSG of a draw in worst case.
PSG will not have any trouble when hosting PSV at Parc des Princes in today's match because PSG still looks pretty good when playing in the Champions League. In addition, during the two matches that PSV has played, the team has never tasted victory so that could be an opportunity for PSG to make PSV still lose in their third match in the Champions League this season. And the note is as you said where PSG must play as well as possible so that PSG can get a much better position when they have full points in their home game today. So I think it’s either a win for PSG of a draw in worst case.
Real Madrid will probably play their best XI for the first time this season. In almost every match in the past, a key player in Madrid's squad has missed the match due to injury. However, almost all the important players of Madrid will be in the squad for this match. Dani Carvajala will not be with the squad due to injury. However, Madrid will not face too many problems for this. Lucas Vázquez, Rudiger, Militao and Mendy are all very talented players.
Madrid will probably play in a 4-1-2-3 formation in this match. The attack will be Vini-Mbappe-Rodrygo. Everyone is a great player. And able to attack very quickly. So I would say today it will be very difficult for Dortmund to counter the counter attacks of Real Madrid players.
2 matches as the opening will be played today and what caught my attention was the match between AC Milan vs Club Brugge, this is the 3rd match for AC Milan in the Champiosn League and the previous 2 matches AC Milan were defeated well this is the right time for them to catch up in points if not then AC Milan will be left behind. As a home team, AC Milan should be able to take advantage of the situation and get the first win and this victory is important to increase the confidence of the players, I don't think it's a bad idea if we place a bet there I mean on the market 1x2 on AC Milan side. The odds are also not bad 1.42 and this will continue to change before the match is played.
Milan are in crisis right now and I think that just the odds for a Brugge win at 7.0 are very good. For those who don't believe in Brugge's victory you can consider a draw with odds of 5.0, which is also a great odds, but betting on Milan's victory with such a small odds seems too risky to me, especially considering the team's recent games. It's not very clear what Milan will do? Milan have a lot of injured players, no team play and the last win against Udinese they managed to hold on to only because Udinese failed to score in 70 minutes on the power play. 
How can be @1.42 isn't bad? Milan isn't a strong team and they will play in their home, on the other hand Club Brugge is unbeaten 5 away match. I feel the odds is low for Milan, it should be like @1.70 since both of them are uncertain. I'd would go for draw instead.
Generally it is said to be not bad when AC Milan as a better team and playing at home has the potential to win so 1.42 is not a bad return. If you expect a return 1.7 of course it is impressive and bookies don't want to do it. And if you think Club Brugge wins in 5 away matches it cannot be compared between local matches and Champions League clearly the competition is different and Club Brugge only won once in the Champions League against the mediocre team while AC Milan lost against strong teams like Liverpool and Leverkusen. That's why I say AC Milan will try to get 3 points in this match to catch up and they don't have many choices.
Real Madrid will probably play their best XI for the first time this season. In almost every match in the past, a key player in Madrid's squad has missed the match due to injury. However, almost all the important players of Madrid will be in the squad for this match. Dani Carvajala will not be with the squad due to injury. However, Madrid will not face too many problems for this. Lucas Vázquez, Rudiger, Militao and Mendy are all very talented players.
Madrid will probably play in a 4-1-2-3 formation in this match. The attack will be Vini-Mbappe-Rodrygo. Everyone is a great player. And able to attack very quickly. So I would say today it will be very difficult for Dortmund to counter the counter attacks of Real Madrid players.
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Talking about luck. Leicester can attest to that when they won themselves the English premier league back in 2015/2016 campaign. One could say this was more of a luck to them aside the hard work they putted in. There were the likes of Manchester United, Liverpool, Chelsea, Arsenal and other top performing clubs then. But they went past all this clubs to become champions. So it’s clear luck plays a big roll when it comes to football.
Again can we say that luck has also played a huge role in winning the champions league back to back for Real Madrid, or there some kind of favoritism attached to it?
Pls someone help explain this to me.
One problem is that luck can be misunderstood. If a boxer has odds of 10.0 to win the fight and lands one lucky punch (there is a reason for that name), is it luck if he boxed against a triple world champion or so? It was weak by the champion to make a defensive mistake, but how often does the champion do that? Obviously hardly ever or otherwise the champion wouldn't be the champion. But do we call that luck or skill?
Regarding Leicester City, it's a great example and Leicester has played a season that they won't be able to repeat in a very long time. But when you look at the Premier League winners of the last 10 years, Leicester City would have never won the title in a different year with 81 points. It was the least number of points in the Premier League that led to the title win in a very long time! But still it was mind-blowing what Leicester City did because they did something nobody else was able to in that particular season. So I wouldn't call that luck despite the fact that 81 points are by far not enough if you look at the years when Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester City took it to 100 points. Leicester was kind of dependent on the others to be weak. It's not like Manchester City when you could say that there was literally no way around them.
In the Champions League these lucky punches like in boxing play a much more important role. The last minute goal or a very questionable early red card. These are things that have an impact far more in the CL than in the PL (or any other domestic league).
because both teams are strong teams, there could be attacks on each other during the match and they could score goals against each other and of course there would be the potential to produce lots of goals because Dortmund and Real Madrid are strong teams that have strong attacks when playing.
Yes, it looks like Real Madrid will remain the favorite because of course in Real Madrid there are many star players, so of course Real Madrid will be the favorite in that match, but of course Dortmund as last season's runner up champion will definitely try hard to win that match and that is certain. It's possible that Dortmund will surprise us all. If you look at the domestic league, of course Real Madrid is superior because in La Liga, Real Madrid is currently in 2nd place in the standings while Dortmund is in 7th place. So I personally predict that Real Madrid will have great potential to win that match.
But now the number of injured Real Madrid players that I know has decreased and now Vinicius can play for Real Madrid so I predict that in that match Real Madrid will have a big potential to win against Dortmund. yes I hope my bet is successful and makes a profit.
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