Not quite the same when it comes to UEFA CL matches compared with some teams performing in their country league, where the whole tactic should be played for winning that specific match and not a long run and points calculation. The great example is Barcelona, where they surprised me after failing to secure a win against Monaco which they are in 3rd place standings at France League. However, it’s only the first match in UCL the new edition and there are many upcoming matches where every team should do the best to resolve many issues.
You should know that Barcelona lost because they lost players in the early minutes so of course the game was unbalanced even though Lamine Yamal could equalize in the end the defense was careless and it was exploited by Monaco, this team is also not underestimated because when playing for the Champion League all abilities will be deployed including in the strategy made by the coach himself. 
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I don’t think you were able to watch the game yesterday because if you watched that game, you wouldn’t have said that Arsenal tried because, based on our expectations of Arsenal, what they played was totally not the best because they were not able to have a chance to even play well. To me, Atalanta even played better than Arsenal, even though I know it ended up being a draw game because Arsenal were just able to have only 6 shots in the entire match and just 2 shots on target. Then you will think that they played well.
Arsenal has not been as exceptional in the Champions League as they used to be in the Premier League I don’t know why but they need to start showing how good they are in the Champions as well else they won’t be regarded as a strong team. We all didn’t expect a draw from them because Arsenal and Atlanta are both teams that are good in scoring goals so a goalless draw was unexpected. I expected to see Arsenal win but then Atlanta proved that they still got what it takes to challenge them. Some matches are like that, Maybe Arsenal had a bad day and it is normal for teams to struggle sometimes so i don’t blame them. Arsenal just need to buckle up and put more effort in their game because they need to win a trophy to back up their performance all these years.
Atalanta really play well against Arsenal. I don't know what's wrong with Arsenal they need to put more strength in their games. The Champions League is not a league where some clubs perform well and have opportunities to win games. Arsenal should have lost all points if Atalanta had not missed the penalty. However, Arsenal's lack of effort may have been due to their upcoming match against Manchester City this weekend. It's just that Arteta was lucky to have a superior keeper; else, they should have lost the match.
Manchester City and Arsenal have lost two point in the ucl, i no Manchester City are coming back stronger in there next game in the ucl because they won't try to lose there next game anymore Guadiola is a good coach so he no what he will do in there next match is mor focusing on the league match against arsenal. Arteta need to look for win that match but if they fail and Guadiola defeat arsenal I don't think the trophy can be for Arteta anymore.
Manchester City and Arsenal have lost two point in the ucl, i no Manchester City are coming back stronger in there next game in the ucl because they won't try to lose there next game anymore Guadiola is a good coach so he no what he will do in there next match is mor focusing on the league match against arsenal. Arteta need to look for win that match but if they fail and Guadiola defeat arsenal I don't think the trophy can be for Arteta anymore.
There is nothing wrong with Arsenal at all. You are talking as if it was super easy to beat Atalanta in their home stadium, but the truth is that it is damn hard. In particular when they are having a good day and can play their best game. Atalanta, as has been said before here, is the winner of the Europa League last season and let me remind you that they beat Leverkusen 3-0 in that Europa League final!
They could have won the game against Arsenal with a little more luck. In my opinion they are a tough opponent and they can execute a very strategic and patient game and they can bring on a lot of pressure that makes it hard for Arsenal to play their extremely offensive tactics. I think the draw is a fair result without the idea that Arsenal played a horrible game.
Not quite the same when it comes to UEFA CL matches compared with some teams performing in their country league, where the whole tactic should be played for winning that specific match and not a long run and points calculation. The great example is Barcelona, where they surprised me after failing to secure a win against Monaco which they are in 3rd place standings at France League. However, it’s only the first match in UCL the new edition and there are many upcoming matches where every team should do the best to resolve many issues.
Yes, the Champions League is a special competition for the best teams across Europe, definitely its games will be completely different from other domestic leagues since all teams will be playing against best four teams in almost all the top Europe Leagues. You should not expect same performance from any team as they used to play in their local or domestic leagues.Barcelona lost to Monaco yesterday because of the red card that was given to Barcelona players in the first ten minutes of the game. After the red card, Monaco's attackers had some motivation which led them to the victory they had at the end of the game Monaco really deserved to win because they were creating good chances and attempted to win the match which they did.
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Personally, I find this new edition a little bit more interesting than the previous ones, although I wasn’t really sure about it before it beginning. More opportunities for us to secure winning bets and suitable odds?
Yes, it is, the new edition will allow us to watch almost all the matches irrespective of your team because the matches are always tough since all the teams are good and well-prepared. The competition will be more tough as the group stage will keep going on. 
Not quite the same when it comes to UEFA CL matches compared with some teams performing in their country league, where the whole tactic should be played for winning that specific match and not a long run and points calculation. The great example is Barcelona, where they surprised me after failing to secure a win against Monaco which they are in 3rd place standings at France League. However, it’s only the first match in UCL the new edition and there are many upcoming matches where every team should do the best to resolve many issues.
Personally, I find this new edition a little bit more interesting than the previous ones, although I wasn’t really sure about it before it beginning. More opportunities for us to secure winning bets and suitable odds?
Personally, I find this new edition a little bit more interesting than the previous ones, although I wasn’t really sure about it before it beginning. More opportunities for us to secure winning bets and suitable odds?
Atalanta played to a goalless draw with Arsenal at home. Atalanta and Arsenal didn't have many scoring chances. Both teams played as if they didn't want to score many goals. Atalanta failed to capitalize on a penalty early in the second half.
Atletico Madrid, on the other hand, managed to defeat Leipzig 2-1 in a game in which they fell behind. Griezmann finished the match with 1 goal and 1 assist. Atletico had 3 times more shots than Leipzig but most of them were not on target.
Atletico Madrid, on the other hand, managed to defeat Leipzig 2-1 in a game in which they fell behind. Griezmann finished the match with 1 goal and 1 assist. Atletico had 3 times more shots than Leipzig but most of them were not on target.
Atalanta was the winner of the Europa League last season and their performance was very great as they had a very more consistent gameplay last season. They’re really deserving to also be in the champions league this season after their great performance last season that earn them the Europa League trophy. I may not be too surprised to see Arsenal drawing this match, they were not playing just with a mediocre team, they needed to put that effort if they really wanted to win that match. I won’t say their performance was poor, they really tried their best because Atalanta was able to feel the pressure in the match and knew they were either not going to win that match easily if at all they want to.
Atalanta really play well against Arsenal. I don't know what's wrong with Arsenal they need to put more strength in their games. The Champions League is not a league where some clubs perform well and have opportunities to win games. Arsenal should have lost all points if Atalanta had not missed the penalty. However, Arsenal's lack of effort may have been due to their upcoming match against Manchester City this weekend. It's just that Arteta was lucky to have a superior keeper; else, they should have lost the match.
Manchester City and Arsenal have lost two point in the ucl, i no Manchester City are coming back stronger in there next game in the ucl because they won't try to lose there next game anymore Guadiola is a good coach so he no what he will do in there next match is mor focusing on the league match against arsenal. Arteta need to look for win that match but if they fail and Guadiola defeat arsenal I don't think the trophy can be for Arteta anymore.
Even before the start of that game, I was not expecting Atlanta to win against Arsenal because Arsenal are stronger than them, and moreover, Arsenal were the favourites to win the match, and Arsenal will not want to lose that game against Atlanta. It is not surprising that they tried their possible best that they did not lose, nor did Atlanta win against them, and this is how the game should be if Arsenal did not win. It will be a very bad result for Arsenal to lose to Atlanta. I’m not trying to underrate Atlanta, but Arsenal is stronger and also in better form than them.
I don’t think you were able to watch the game yesterday because if you watched that game, you wouldn’t have said that Arsenal tried because, based on our expectations of Arsenal, what they played was totally not the best because they were not able to have a chance to even play well. To me, Atalanta even played better than Arsenal, even though I know it ended up being a draw game because Arsenal were just able to have only 6 shots in the entire match and just 2 shots on target. Then you will think that they played well.
Based on expectations for Arsenal, they were supposed to play more than that because we all know that their performance is better than that of Atalanta, but they ended up playing around in the field; if not for the penalty that Atalanta lost, they would have won the game, and I don’t think Arsenal will equalise in that game yesterday.
I quite did not expect that Arsenal could be held to a draw by Atalanta, the game Atalanta showed was also quite good because it was able to keep up with Arsenal, after previously also Manchester City was held to a draw by Inter Milan, this squad from Serie A has a pretty good balance, however Arsenal is the most consistent team in the domestic league and always behind Man City but not strong against the Euro champions, honestly a pretty boring match.
Surprisingly in the first 4 minutes Leipzig got a goal quickly, but Atletico Madrid replied, this match was more interesting to watch than the Arsenal VS Atalanta match.
Surprisingly in the first 4 minutes Leipzig got a goal quickly, but Atletico Madrid replied, this match was more interesting to watch than the Arsenal VS Atalanta match.
I must say I wasn't surprised with seeing a draw. But a goalless draw... It was a bit unexpected. Atalanta aren't a powerless team. You know they are the last winner of the Europa League trophy.
Just as I waited for, they stood strong against Arsenal. They might have even won if they didn't miss that penalty and the absolute goal chance a second after. David Raya did an incredible job there.
Arsenal want the PL trophy a lot at the same time. I'm very keen on watching how good they are going to deal with both competitions at the same time.
Atalanta played to a goalless draw with Arsenal at home. Atalanta and Arsenal didn't have many scoring chances. Both teams played as if they didn't want to score many goals. Atalanta failed to capitalize on a penalty early in the second half.
The game was like both of them planned to finish on a draw because I don’t see them putting in the effort I expected them to put in, most especially Atalanta, who were playing a home game. To be sincere, I was sad about Atalanta's performance, especially when Retegui lost a penalty some minutes after the second half. That is when I conceded that it will be very hard for Atalanta to win Arsenal in the game, although I didn’t even enjoy the game. Even before the start of that game, I was not expecting Atlanta to win against Arsenal because Arsenal are stronger than them, and moreover, Arsenal were the favourites to win the match, and Arsenal will not want to lose that game against Atlanta. It is not surprising that they tried their possible best that they did not lose, nor did Atlanta win against them, and this is how the game should be if Arsenal did not win. It will be a very bad result for Arsenal to lose to Atlanta. I’m not trying to underrate Atlanta, but Arsenal is stronger and also in better form than them.
Atalanta played to a goalless draw with Arsenal at home. Atalanta and Arsenal didn't have many scoring chances. Both teams played as if they didn't want to score many goals. Atalanta failed to capitalize on a penalty early in the second half.
The game was like both of them planned to finish on a draw because I don’t see them putting in the effort I expected them to put in, most especially Atalanta, who were playing a home game. To be sincere, I was sad about Atalanta's performance, especially when Retegui lost a penalty some minutes after the second half. That is when I conceded that it will be very hard for Atalanta to win Arsenal in the game, although I didn’t even enjoy the game. Quote
Atletico Madrid, on the other hand, managed to defeat Leipzig 2-1 in a game in which they fell behind. Griezmann finished the match with 1 goal and 1 assist. Atletico had 3 times more shots than Leipzig but most of them were not on target.
The game was actually tough for Atletico Madrid, but they managed to get a win in the match. At first, I even thought the game would end in a draw, not until the dying minute when Greizmann gave an assist and Giménez scored the goal. Although both teams didn’t find it easy, at least they tried their best. 
Atalanta played to a goalless draw with Arsenal at home. Atalanta and Arsenal didn't have many scoring chances. Both teams played as if they didn't want to score many goals. Atalanta failed to capitalize on a penalty early in the second half.
Atletico Madrid, on the other hand, managed to defeat Leipzig 2-1 in a game in which they fell behind. Griezmann finished the match with 1 goal and 1 assist. Atletico had 3 times more shots than Leipzig but most of them were not on target.
Atletico Madrid, on the other hand, managed to defeat Leipzig 2-1 in a game in which they fell behind. Griezmann finished the match with 1 goal and 1 assist. Atletico had 3 times more shots than Leipzig but most of them were not on target.
Atalanta was the winner of the Europa League last season and their performance was very great as they had a very more consistent gameplay last season. They’re really deserving to also be in the champions league this season after their great performance last season that earn them the Europa League trophy. I may not be too surprised to see Arsenal drawing this match, they were not playing just with a mediocre team, they needed to put that effort if they really wanted to win that match. I won’t say their performance was poor, they really tried their best because Atalanta was able to feel the pressure in the match and knew they were either not going to win that match easily if at all they want to.
Atalanta played to a goalless draw with Arsenal at home. Atalanta and Arsenal didn't have many scoring chances. Both teams played as if they didn't want to score many goals. Atalanta failed to capitalize on a penalty early in the second half.
Atletico Madrid, on the other hand, managed to defeat Leipzig 2-1 in a game in which they fell behind. Griezmann finished the match with 1 goal and 1 assist. Atletico had 3 times more shots than Leipzig but most of them were not on target.
I quite did not expect that Arsenal could be held to a draw by Atalanta, the game Atalanta showed was also quite good because it was able to keep up with Arsenal, after previously also Manchester City was held to a draw by Inter Milan, this squad from Serie A has a pretty good balance, however Arsenal is the most consistent team in the domestic league and always behind Man City but not strong against the Euro champions, honestly a pretty boring match.Atletico Madrid, on the other hand, managed to defeat Leipzig 2-1 in a game in which they fell behind. Griezmann finished the match with 1 goal and 1 assist. Atletico had 3 times more shots than Leipzig but most of them were not on target.
Surprisingly in the first 4 minutes Leipzig got a goal quickly, but Atletico Madrid replied, this match was more interesting to watch than the Arsenal VS Atalanta match.
I was expecting that Manchester City football team will win by 2-0 but we saw a different match and match was ended with no result and both teams got 1,1 point. But I didn't impressed by that kind of match and I want more goals and more shots but we watched very less shots and we saw very less shots on target. Man City team could not do single goal in this match due to best defenders of Inter Milan team and they focused on only to stop the ball. The shots of Manchester City were 22 and their shots on target were 5 and in comparison, the Inter Milan team shorts were less and their passes were also less but they became successful to draw this match because he decided to draw this match. If Inter Milan team would try to win this match, they could lose this match.
I also have the same thought. Inter Milan is fully aware that they will not be able to cope with Man City's open game, moreover, they played as guests in that match, therefore they chose to play defensive football. With that strategy, Inter Milan will clearly lose in ball possession but they could reduce Man City's chances of scoring goals. Besides that, Inter Milan also had several good opportunities obtained through counter-attacks.Whatever it is, both of them are strong in defense so this match must be balanced, on the other hand Man City is still difficult to find space for goals and this continues to be tightened when they attack, so the strategy is quite good by Inzhagi.
Xabi Alonso's first debut in the Champions League yielded quite satisfactory results, his team was able to score 4 goals at Feyenoord's headquarters, it was a big blow for the home club, Feyenoord had scored a goal but the goal they created was disallowed for offside so Feyenoord could do nothing but accept the defeat besides that the goalkeeper Timon Wellenreuther also made a mistake by putting the ball into his own goal which added to Leverkusen's total score I'm sure the Feyenoord players must be increasingly frustrated because they couldn't reply to the goal against Leverkusen even in the second half they couldn't do much.
I think Leverkusen will be the dark horse this season so clubs like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and Man City have new competitors this season who also have a chance to compete for the UCL title.
Source: https://twitter.com/ChampionsLeague/status/1836837380151726193?t=i2oI69c9KdvH3Fw3bKIMIg&s=19
I am so impressed by how well Bayer Leverkusen performed in the UCL. They play so comfortably and we’re confident in the game, dominating both halves. Their defense and attack was superb. Yes, Leverkusen is a club to look out for in the champions league this season, I can assure you there is much to expect from them. They eased their way past Feyenoord smoothly to record their first three point for their champions league campaign. I think Leverkusen will be the dark horse this season so clubs like Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and Man City have new competitors this season who also have a chance to compete for the UCL title.
Source: https://twitter.com/ChampionsLeague/status/1836837380151726193?t=i2oI69c9KdvH3Fw3bKIMIg&s=19
It was a real surprise. I am not underestimating Monaco but Barcelona is a team on a level above Monaco. Almost everyone thought Barcelona would be able to win this match. Or if Barca played badly they would get a draw. The match was going well and Barcelona were dominating the match. But the red card received by Eric Garcia in the 10th minute changed the match significantly. Playing with 11 vs 10 made Monaco play aggressively using the man advantage. And Monaco managed to play well and won the match 2-1. This is not a good result for Barcelona. But there are still a few more matches and I am sure they will get a win soon.
Barcelona really played outside their plan. Because they were forced to face Monaco by relying on only 10 players. Hansi Flick really cannot be blamed for Barcelona's defeat in that match. Because this defeat is quite normal. Because after all, playing with only 10 players since the first half must have been a very difficult moment for the Barcelona squad and also for Hansi Flick who had to re-arrange his strategy. But just losing by a narrow score is proof that Barcelona will be able to win if they play with 11 players. And yes, we can hope that Barcelona will win in the next matches.
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Miscommunication between Ter Stegen and Eric costed Barcelona three points. He could pass the ball to the other CB instead of Eric. And i was sure they would win the game caused by no red card would be awarded to eric.
Miscommunication between Ter Stegen and Eric costed Barcelona three points. He could pass the ball to the other CB instead of Eric. And i was sure they would win the game caused by no red card would be awarded to eric.
I think it's 100% the goalkeeper's mistake, no one else is to blame. The one who makes the decision is responsible, he made the worst decision possible.
By the way, I heard that in pre-season games Monaco beat Barcelona 3-0, so in some sense you can say that Barcelona is progressing
This game looks like an accident rather than a logical outcome, so I hope everyone (including the bookies) continues to overrate Barcelona.
Atalanta played to a goalless draw with Arsenal at home. Atalanta and Arsenal didn't have many scoring chances. Both teams played as if they didn't want to score many goals. Atalanta failed to capitalize on a penalty early in the second half.
Atletico Madrid, on the other hand, managed to defeat Leipzig 2-1 in a game in which they fell behind. Griezmann finished the match with 1 goal and 1 assist. Atletico had 3 times more shots than Leipzig but most of them were not on target.
Atletico Madrid, on the other hand, managed to defeat Leipzig 2-1 in a game in which they fell behind. Griezmann finished the match with 1 goal and 1 assist. Atletico had 3 times more shots than Leipzig but most of them were not on target.
I really didn't expect the match between Atalanta vs Arsenal to be so balanced, they seem like teams with the same quality and level but in reality, they have different results in their respective domestic leagues. But maybe, it seems that Atalanta can really play better when playing in the Champions League and also in the Europa League like last season. Thus, Atalanta is a team that cannot be easily defeated at all in this event, even though their opponent is a better team.
About Atletico, this is the only team that gave me an advantage or win in yesterday's bet because after all, the other teams got results that were not according to predictions about Arsenal and also Barcelona. but indeed, Atletico also put in all their efforts in this match, even though Atletico played at home but Atletico also almost only got a draw and indeed, kudos to Leipzig who managed to play very well even though they played away.
Leipzig put up a tough fight against hosts Atletico Madrid. Their early goal surprised Atletico Madrid and they really showed that they had a very dangerous counter attack. It's just that Atletico Madrid has incredible composure and effort, that's why they were able to get the winning goal in the final minutes.
Atlético Madrid managed to perform well in their home match. Atletico Madrid players dominated the match. I expected to see a better performance from Leipzig players in this match. Because I saw a very organized performance of Leipzig players against Leverkusen. But the players of Leipzig cannot perform so well against Atletico Madrid.
Atletico Madrid won the match 2-1. And they deserve full points in this match. Atletico Madrid players made 21 shots in the entire match. On the other hand, the players of Leipzig made only 7 shots. Atletico Madrid played well and won the match.
For Madrid I am very happy with this result because slowly but surely now Madrid continues to try to improve itself to be better than before and today's victory is a burst of greater enthusiasm so that they can continue to be consistent in the competitions they run.
Yes, it is true that the great Real Madrid are still improving their performance level. At the beginning of the season Real Madrid Real Madrid were too slow with thier performance status even in La Liga fixtures they drew few games and became the 2nd place finishers. So it clearly indicates to us that Real Madrid needs more effort and effective energy to bring back his massive form. But it was great because they were able to bring up the best form in UEFA champions league matches. The match was absolutely good. I saw the match they are just be in the control of the match with scoring. Real Madrid won the match with a big lead and put the pressure on all the teams in the group table and ensured that we are still the still the European Champion (Real Madrid) and still the best. in the addition there is also Killyan Mbappe who got their first goal of UCL in the Madrid jury. Thus far all the players of Real Madrid provided all of thier best to back his form and ultimately they were able to get the victory of his first UCL match. 
It was a real surprise. I am not underestimating Monaco but Barcelona is a team on a level above Monaco. Almost everyone thought Barcelona would be able to win this match. Or if Barca played badly they would get a draw. The match was going well and Barcelona were dominating the match. But the red card received by Eric Garcia in the 10th minute changed the match significantly. Playing with 11 vs 10 made Monaco play aggressively using the man advantage. And Monaco managed to play well and won the match 2-1. This is not a good result for Barcelona. But there are still a few more matches and I am sure they will get a win soon.
I did not expect that Monaco would win the match, but honestly, I was not that surprised. Monaco was able to win the match yesterday because if we look at Monaco's performance and judge them based on their domestic performance this season, Monaco is in form. So, even before the game started, I was expecting any result from the match, despite knowing that Barcelona has a greater squad than Monaco. But once Barcelona received the red card, I knew the game would not favor Barcelona anymore. If not for that red card Barcelona received, I don't think Monaco would have been able to beat them.But the truth is, that's football sometimes surprises happen. With how Barcelona performed against them, it's not bad, because for a team to play with 10 players against 11 is not easy. Let's see how Barcelona does in their next match; I have some confidence that they will do everything possible to win.
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