Topic: UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Season - page 438. (Read 75854 times)

Yes. Various preparations have been made to face the tight competition including the new format of the Champions League. When they are injured, the reserves that will be played will not be different from the quality of the main players. This means that they are very ready and will try their best, especially the teams that I have mentioned. My concern actually lies with the newcomer teams like Bologna and the newcomer teams from the English Premier League.

It is too early for us to speculate, especially theoretically that there are other teams that are far superior to Leverkusen. not only about the internal team, but also about tactics and strategy, besides the mentality that has been tested throughout the Champions League. but, that does not mean that Leverkusen cannot provide competitive resistance in this competition. but in any case, there are other clubs, although still theoretically superior if you try to compare them. no need to compare it by mentioning several other teams that are always favored, especially Leverkusen has just returned to the Champions League after previously being absent. on the other hand, this competition can be a benchmark for Alonso for his team. how when they face other strong teams outside the Bundesliga, although it will be very difficult for Leverkusen even to reach the semifinals. at least, with Leverkusen's impressive performance last season, the hope is that Alonso and his players can give their best game especially when playing against strong teams. we don't need to talk until the semifinals or finals, we just follow their performance in the group phase later. In addition, several other teams that are not too favored may be able to provide resistance that complicates the progress of strong teams. Moreover, if Alonso is able to bring Leverkusen to go far in the UCL, isn't that an effort and success of the players and coaches. Nothing is impossible, although again theoretically their steps will be difficult in the Champions League competition.

They aren't direct favourites in the Champions League I believe. I doubt even Leverkusen after such an insane season. Because it isn't easy to keep the same level to the next season you know. Xabi Alonso has increased the expectation level by a big percentage after such run. Do you believe they are going to stay the same next time? 

Inter didn't even progress into the quarter finals previously. I know there was a season they played in the finale against Manchester City. But doing it again is a really difficult job. Arsenal and Barcelona... Arsenal have potential but need to show more to us. Barcelona are far away from their golden age. Let's see what Hansi Flick will do. 

UEFA has made several changes to the format of the competition they umbrella so far, so that at the beginning of the establishment of the new format there will still  controversy that occurs both from clubs and football fans, but in my opinion every controversy that occurs does not make UEFA cancel the change in that the format and that the controversy actually disappeared by itself during this time, so this means that those who previously refused are now comfortable with the new format ,we can  see controversy happen this time where many people are comparing the old format as better than the new format although we actually don't know how much improvement there will be next season.

The Champions League is a very competitive league and requires every team that plays in the Champions League to have a qualified squad and performance to be able to compete, so I think the change in format that is occurring will not affect the big teams in Europe because after all each team has prepared its squad very well to face every challenge in the champions league next season, in my personal opinion the change in the format of the champions league will actually increase the intensity of competition next season, because with the addition of slots club for playing, automatically the number of matches will increase so that every team that plays in the champions league they will be required to be able to rotate their players well in order to maintain the consistency of their game.

There is no reason for them to say they are not ready for the new format that will be implemented in the Champions League, because this is based on a decision and it has also been announced for a long time, so there is plenty of time for them to study and think about the right formula for them to implement in the Champions League. In general, there are actually no significant changes other than the standings format and the number of matches that have increased to 8 in the early stages, other than that everything looks the same. And they will still draw lots to get the teams they will face in this round and that is based on their current ranking. Especially if they are a big team, it would be very strange if they said they were not ready, because they have a good team behind the scenes. Once again I will say that there is no reason for them to say they are not ready to go through a new season with a different format.

It can be said that the old format has long been in our minds and it is very difficult to forget. I also feel that the old format feels more challenging considering that all teams will beat each other to get positions one and two. Plus if there is one group of hell and that becomes a special attraction for all football lovers not to miss a single match presented.

UEFA does feel very greedy and they want to squeeze all the players for personal interests and actually this is not good for long-term sustainability. Surely after one or two seasons there will be many petitions from all circles to return the champions league to the old format and I will be one of the people who support this decision later.

Generally it's not be heard or taught of that Manchester city and the rest of other big teams will not be ready or are still not sure about their stans in the preparations for the champions league games, one thing I observe about this new form , tho it hasn't kicked off yet but I'm of the believe it's still going to stress them in a way but since they are prepared they can cope.

I honestly don't like this format that they have chosen for this year and in my opinion they did it to have more matches available therefore more broadcasting rights and therefore more money but it must be said that for the smaller teams there will be more possibilities of reach other levels

I also don't think that the big teams are not ready for the new format in the Champions League, in fact they are the ones who are actually much more prepared to face it because big teams always move to find solutions from the start when there is something new that they have to face in a different season. And of all the teams you mentioned, I think they are quite ready to go through their season in the domestic league and also in the Champions League because these teams are still handled by coaches who have good experience in big competitions including the Champions League.

There is no denying Real Madrid's history. We all know that they are the best team in the Champions League. We still need to watch out for Manchester City. Pep has a plan, and Haaland is part of it. That is the way to get things done. Yes, Mbappé going to Madrid is a big deal. But City isnt just about famous people. They have a plan, a team, and they've won everything before. Because Real got a new toy, you can' just forget about them. Anything can happen in football. Glory from the past doesnt win games these days. The City team is ready, hungry, and ready to win that title. If you think they're not good enough, you will be sorry.

I don't think it has much of an impact on big teams with the new Champions League format. Big teams with the new format that has been agreed upon, of course they have prepared everything carefully.
Regarding the best performance is an obligation demanded by every team that wants to win the title, without thinking twice I agree about it.
Imagine a team as big as Real Madrid, Barcelona, ​​Manchester City, Arsenal, Bayern Munich, Bayer Leverkusen, PSG is not ready to face the new format, of course that is impossible.

It just a friendly match so don't take it seriously because i am sure Xabi Alonso have already to analyzed and evaluate this loses and during this summer actually Leverkusen didn't lost their key players because according to their transfer lists some of the players who leave is not Leverkusen main players so after seeing these conditions i think Leverkusen is still same just like last season because they are still solid

Leverkusen friendlies matches indeed don't run well because they were humiliated by Arsenal and draw against 3rd division team Rot-Weiss Essen but don't mean they will be automatically very weak next season because champion league even hasn't starting yet so i think people shouldn't be underestimate them

Last season before beated by Atalanta in Europa League Leverkusen is very superiour and next season they will playing at champion league with new format and obviously they will fight against strong teams in this competition so this is the real test for Leverkusen consistency whether they can able to advances to next round or not

Leverkusen is not as strong as last season, seeing them humiliated by Arsenal in a friendly match proves that Xabi Alonso's concoction can be predicted by other coaches, proving that we should not look too much at last season, there must be a difference in play and a decline in performance, this will affect them in the Bundesliga and will be an opportunity for Bayern Munich,
in this case Xabi Alonso must immediately improve the mentality of his players, instill high confidence so that his team becomes solid and consistent again

I don't really favor this team in the UEFA Champions League, but I want to see if Leverkusen will be the difference and surprise us all. that is the answer that Leverkusen must prove and I look forward to it.

What distinguishes it now from the previous format is only the appearance and number of matches, because previously the participating clubs were put into several containers (groups) but now they are all united in one place even though not all meet each other and the other difference is only the number of matches is much more than before. Apart from that, everything remains the same where they have to compete in 2 legs and must try their best to qualify for the last 16.

Interesting and not all depends on comfort but I personally actually like this new rule if UEFA provides an event that is not too close to other competitions. currently there are many matches that we will see of course this is very good but on the other hand I hope the organizers do not force it too much with a tight schedule because the important competition is not only the Champions League.

Leverkusen's main strength is that they have a talented coach like Xabi Alonso. With the help of Alonso, we saw such great performances from Leverkusen last season. The Leverkusen squad was not very strong last season. Even then, the bonding between the players was very strong. Due to the good chemistry between the players, the Leverkusen team was able to remain unbeaten in the Bundesliga last season. Also the players were very confident.

It will be difficult for Leverkusen to perform well next season. But since Leverkusen has a coach as talented as Alonso. So we can expect a better performance from Leverkusen. But Leverkusen's players need to work harder. Leverkusen's players are quite talented. If the players are confident and work hard, they can do well in the next season as well.

Bayern Leverkusen have signed any top qualities players for participating in UEFA Champion League and I don't sure they will face for the first participants after absent last two consecutives season. Xabi Alonso have showed his tactician last season when Bayern Leverkusen success get unbeaten in domestic league and impressive performance only one loss at UEFA Europe League final match against Atalanta. The management of Bayern Leverkusen have prepare with solid team and fully support for Xabi Alonso signed any top players for anticipating busy schedule matches next season in Champion League and domestic league.

New format seems more helpful for Bayern Leverkusen because league format get easily than old format each group filled by four teams and only qualified two top standings team each group. I don't think difficult for Bayern Leverkusen secure the top sixth standings in UEFA Champion  League new format get qualified to knock out round.

It is still very doubtful that Bayern Leverkusen will become a big club as the strongest competitor in the Champions League. They performed well in the Bundesliga, but there is no guarantee that next season they will return to playing consistently and remain as champions in the Bundesliga. Especially if we talk about competition in the Champions League which is much more competitive and Man City, which is considered strong, could lose the opportunity to qualify for the semifinals and conversely the team that is not seeded will succeed in advancing to the final.

Even though we cannot underestimate Bayern Leverkusen's ability, if we look at the quality of players and experience, I agree that they will have a very difficult time getting to the quarter-finals or semi-finals next season in the Champions League. The competition in the Champions League is much tougher because there are many strong teams from various representatives and maybe it is not yet time for Xabi Alonso's men to go far there.

From all your statements I agree but for your opinion on the last few lines I strongly disagree if you say Manchester City is no longer a strong contender in the UCL.
Now you have to look deeper whether Man City made many changes?
No, that was not done by Pep Guardiola because the club currently has great players and you also have to remember that Haaland is still a reliable player and is able to compete with Mbappe who is very much relied on by Real Madrid.
After that you also have to see how the Man City players managed to win the UCL title with the same players as today and that means it is still a contender that will make it difficult for Real Madrid in the champions league later.

There have been some seasons that Real Madrid have performed poorly in La Liga and finished second and third in the points table but won the Champions League. What could be the reason behind Real Madrid doing so well in the Champions League is still a mystery. It is doubtful whether any other club will be so successful in the future. Real Madrid has been consistent so far and they are one of the favorites in the upcoming Champions League season as well and if nothing untoward happens then Real Madrid are most likely to win the title next season. Betting on Real Madrid in Champions League matches is always less risky for your money as most of the matches tend to go in favor of Real Madrid.

Real Madrid is a fairly consistent club from the past until now they have created their own history as the best club in the world and won many domestic trophies and also international trophies so they are no longer in doubt if in the end they will win the Champions League trophy for the 16th time because they have the best squad at the moment with a strong mentality especially with the arrival of Mbappe will make this club more confident to do everything with their current coach Carlo Anceloti.
I no longer see Manchester City or Bayern Munich as challengers for Real Madrid next season even though these clubs have always been strong candidates in the UCL for years but for Real Madrid I have full hope for this club.