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Quote from: lulumiya on February 25, 2022, 05:53:09 PM

Ajax could have defeated Benfica much easier actually but they couldn't. And Benfica took advantage of it as a result. But Ajax players must still be very confident about their probability of qualifying for the next round. I don't think Benfica will be able to do the same there. Ajax would even destroy them by a big score difference. In short, I see it guaranteed that Ajax will be advancing to next round. The thing I wonder about is what team will be their opponent in the quarter finals.

Many analysts say that Ajax is one of the best 4 teams in the world in form. Maybe it's going a bit far, but if you see how much potential they have, I can agree with it. They are just not firm enough yet, they individually make some mistakes now and then and are sometimes still too eager. There are more experienced teams in this tournament who are favorites for the title, I checked with the bookies and they think Man City along with City are now the real favorites. PSG is way below that, surprisingly. But that's also because they still have to go to Real Madrid, which they could also lose.

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Quote from: FatFork on February 25, 2022, 12:46:37 PM

That's right. According to UEFA's official Twitter account, Russian aggression against Ukraine prompted UEFA to announce an emergency meeting of the Executive Board, at which it was decided not to stage the Champions League final in St. Petersburg on May 28. In addition, all domestic matches of Ukrainian and Russian clubs and national teams participating in UEFA competitions will be played on neutral grounds until further notice.

Although that's a start, I feel it is not enough. In my opinion, all Russian football teams should be banned from participating in international competition.

UEFA changing the venues is already enough in my opinion. I don't see how banning Russian teams is a good thing especially since the teams aren't the one making the calks or ordering the military, it's the government. Yet Russian clubs and businesses would be the ones to suffer the consequences? UEFA has done it's part and setting neutral venue for those matches goes to show that they are concerned about the situation with Ukraine and Russia and have done their part.

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Ajax could have defeated Benfica much easier actually but they couldn't. And Benfica took advantage of it as a result. But Ajax players must still be very confident about their probability of qualifying for the next round. I don't think Benfica will be able to do the same there. Ajax would even destroy them by a big score difference. In short, I see it guaranteed that Ajax will be advancing to next round. The thing I wonder about is what team will be their opponent in the quarter finals.

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Quote from: Spack17 on February 25, 2022, 05:39:45 PM

I believe that Benfica did the best they could against a beast like Ajax team. Ajax have had a great tournament so far and they are one of the teams that have impressed everyone surely. And here in this match, I was also waiting for them to tear Benfica apart. But Benfica didn't let them do the same thing that they did to Sporting in the group stage. They kept the match as balanced until the end and drew with them at least. But in Amsterdam, I think Benfica will never stand a chance. Ajax would finish the incomplete job.

Ajax should have finished it in the first half, had enough opportunities. The fact that it was only 1-2 is entirely to blame for Ajax. To Benfica's credit they got back into the game by making it 2-2, but it's certainly not over yet. If both Ajax and Benfica reach their usual level, then Benfica has no chance. But things are different in football.

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I believe that Benfica did the best they could against a beast like Ajax team. Ajax have had a great tournament so far and they are one of the teams that have impressed everyone surely. And here in this match, I was also waiting for them to tear Benfica apart. But Benfica didn't let them do the same thing that they did to Sporting in the group stage. They kept the match as balanced until the end and drew with them at least. But in Amsterdam, I think Benfica will never stand a chance. Ajax would finish the incomplete job.

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Quote from: Joca97 on February 24, 2022, 05:53:58 PM

Its always difficult when you are playing an away game,especially with such a heated stadium. Benfica was were really good and you could feel the atmosfere . But i think Ajax at home will seal the deal and win the match and go into the next round. Ajax is one of the best teams for me in Europe with their gameplay

Will it be? After this last game I'm pretty undecided about who has the best chance of advancing, both teams are very well balanced technically.
And to complicate matters even more, we remind you that in this edition, the away goal no longer counts as a tiebreaker. Therefore, in the event of any further tie in the return match, the game will go to penalties. Will we have much more emotion in the second match? I hope so.

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Ajax got a draw versus Benfica by 2-2 yesterday and they could have defeated Benfica too in fact. But I still don't think that this will cause a serious trouble for them in the second leg. I have zero expectation like Ajax would have a hard time destroying Benfica home. Benfica did a good job in Portugal and resisted them. But they can't do the same thing by the same effort to Ajax again. Ajax would demolish Benfica like they did to Sporting in the group stage of the tournament.

They took the lead quite convincingly early in the first half which made them relax a bit but this had a pretty bad impact because gradually Benfica found their rhythm in the game which made them play better from the first half. And as a result, they scored 2 goals in return.
This is clearly a loss for Ajax even though they are playing at home but still it is very bad when they can actually maintain the advantage

I didn't expect Ajax Amsterdam to destroy Benfica to be honest. They might have been the better team, but for teams like Ajax it often turns out to not be that easy to play against Benfica in Portugal in a home game. I know Bayern Munich tore them apart a while ago, but Ajax isn't Bayern Munich. However, I don't really see a big chance for Benfica to a actually beat Ajax in the second leg. They are in top shape in their home stadium and Benfica would need a good portion of luck to eventually win that game.

Its always difficult when you are playing an away game,especially with such a heated stadium. Benfica was were really good and you could feel the atmosfere . But i think Ajax at home will seal the deal and win the match and go into the next round. Ajax is one of the best teams for me in Europe with their gameplay

Yes I would say I agree with you. Of course you can always an unlucky day in a home game as well and the opponent has three lucky shots on target and all of them hit the corner of the goal. If Benfica plays an average game against Ajax in the second leg I would also say that Benfica probably has no chance to make it to the next round. Ajax is too strong at home. Curious how far they are going to make it this season in the Champions League. They are definitely one of those teams that is good for surprises.

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Quote from: coderben on February 25, 2022, 03:33:47 PM

I wonder what will happen in the rematch of the PSG - Real Madrid draw the most now. Because the first match was really interesting. I mean that Real Madrid had a huge difficulty in resisting PSG there. PSG also had a hard time scoring but finally got that 1-0 victory. But in Santiago Bernabeu, I don't expect Real Madrid to play like that again. I expect a very eager team to defeat PSG and eliminate them. PSG players should get prepared very well for the rematch to finish their job. And I think that PSG will still be the qualifier team.

In this match it is certain that PSG will again show their dominance by attacking Madrid and controlling the ball. But maybe now it will be a little different from before because Madrid usually can always make a comeback at least in the UCL there have been several times they have done this especially now they will be competing in the Champions League. Santiago Barnebeu which is sometimes a haunted stadium for several clubs.
I expect something different from the Madrid match in the 2nd leg

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I wonder what will happen in the rematch of the PSG - Real Madrid draw the most now. Because the first match was really interesting. I mean that Real Madrid had a huge difficulty in resisting PSG there. PSG also had a hard time scoring but finally got that 1-0 victory. But in Santiago Bernabeu, I don't expect Real Madrid to play like that again. I expect a very eager team to defeat PSG and eliminate them. PSG players should get prepared very well for the rematch to finish their job. And I think that PSG will still be the qualifier team.

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Quote from: FatFork on February 25, 2022, 12:46:37 PM

That's right. According to UEFA's official Twitter account, Russian aggression against Ukraine prompted UEFA to announce an emergency meeting of the Executive Board, at which it was decided not to stage the Champions League final in St. Petersburg on May 28. In addition, all domestic matches of Ukrainian and Russian clubs and national teams participating in UEFA competitions will be played on neutral grounds until further notice.

Although that's a start, I feel it is not enough. In my opinion, all Russian football teams should be banned from participating in international competition.

If you ask me, rescheduling all games involving Russian and Ukrainian teams isn't what to deliberate over. Its what had to be done and is been done already by UEFA to demonstrate there care for the welfare of athletes. You don't host events that would accumulate a great deal of persons in a state with threats of war, especially of this kind.

Though, I don't agree with you on the point that, the Russian teams should be sanctioned or banned from participating in any of the on going international competitions. Not like Putin cares even but, it just doesn't seem right to me. The sanctions on other sectors are doing just fine. Russia and Ukraine has just got to find a peaceful resolution at this.

We're all headed for the talk of Russia sanctions, but let's get back to the topic of the UEFA match and put that aside. Because I think UEFA also know what they have to do for the safety of UEFA players.

In Leg 2 there is an interesting match for us to watch, Bayern vs Salzburg, followed by Liverpool and Inter. Everyone doesn't want to lose like in Leg 1 or don't want to draw again. There must be a landslide victory. 1 goal is enough for Bayern and 2 more it looks like Liverpool are suitable to add to the difference.

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Quote from: Furious 7 on February 25, 2022, 12:09:49 PM

But at least they are now better than Atletico and that was proven when they dominated in the first leg.
And yes of course this will add a little motivation for them when seen by their own supporters.
For Ronaldo, I really hope for the best but of course we can't depend on this one player because this will be a very personal burden when we depend on one person in a team.

Until the second half, I thought that Atletico would be able to win, I really wanted to believe that the defense would be able to can hold back the attack of Manchester United, but still conceded a goal. Now the game away will be very difficult, but I think that the chances of the teams to win remain equal. It's bad when a team relies on one player, and as we can see, Ronaldo does not help the team very much in this.

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Quote from: FatFork on February 25, 2022, 12:46:37 PM

That's right. According to UEFA's official Twitter account, Russian aggression against Ukraine prompted UEFA to announce an emergency meeting of the Executive Board, at which it was decided not to stage the Champions League final in St. Petersburg on May 28. In addition, all domestic matches of Ukrainian and Russian clubs and national teams participating in UEFA competitions will be played on neutral grounds until further notice.

Although that's a start, I feel it is not enough. In my opinion, all Russian football teams should be banned from participating in international competition.

If you ask me, rescheduling all games involving Russian and Ukrainian teams isn't what to deliberate over. Its what had to be done and is been done already by UEFA to demonstrate there care for the welfare of athletes. You don't host events that would accumulate a great deal of persons in a state with threats of war, especially of this kind.

Though, I don't agree with you on the point that, the Russian teams should be sanctioned or banned from participating in any of the on going international competitions. Not like Putin cares even but, it just doesn't seem right to me. The sanctions on other sectors are doing just fine. Russia and Ukraine has just got to find a peaceful resolution at this.

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Quote from: herurist on February 25, 2022, 12:51:28 PM

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Ajax got a draw versus Benfica by 2-2 yesterday and they could have defeated Benfica too in fact. But I still don't think that this will cause a serious trouble for them in the second leg. I have zero expectation like Ajax would have a hard time destroying Benfica home. Benfica did a good job in Portugal and resisted them. But they can't do the same thing by the same effort to Ajax again. Ajax would demolish Benfica like they did to Sporting in the group stage of the tournament.

They took the lead quite convincingly early in the first half which made them relax a bit but this had a pretty bad impact because gradually Benfica found their rhythm in the game which made them play better from the first half. And as a result, they scored 2 goals in return.
This is clearly a loss for Ajax even though they are playing at home but still it is very bad when they can actually maintain the advantage

I didn't expect Ajax Amsterdam to destroy Benfica to be honest. They might have been the better team, but for teams like Ajax it often turns out to not be that easy to play against Benfica in Portugal in a home game. I know Bayern Munich tore them apart a while ago, but Ajax isn't Bayern Munich. However, I don't really see a big chance for Benfica to a actually beat Ajax in the second leg. They are in top shape in their home stadium and Benfica would need a good portion of luck to eventually win that game.

But on the other hand Ajax are also quite tough in my opinion and I will still be pretty sure Ajax will qualify now.
Leg 2 now Benfica will play to the Amsterdam Arena and of course the intimidation from the Stadium and Ajax supporters they must be able to control if they really want to win in the match in Leg 2. it is impossible that they will lock up Benfica again in this 2nd leg

We all know that the match was In Lisbon (Estádio da Luz stadium) and I think Ajax's performance was better, therefore I think leg2 will be in Ajax's favor,despite the scored goals they may make it better on their stadium.

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Quote from: mv1986 on February 24, 2022, 04:13:42 PM

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Ajax got a draw versus Benfica by 2-2 yesterday and they could have defeated Benfica too in fact. But I still don't think that this will cause a serious trouble for them in the second leg. I have zero expectation like Ajax would have a hard time destroying Benfica home. Benfica did a good job in Portugal and resisted them. But they can't do the same thing by the same effort to Ajax again. Ajax would demolish Benfica like they did to Sporting in the group stage of the tournament.

They took the lead quite convincingly early in the first half which made them relax a bit but this had a pretty bad impact because gradually Benfica found their rhythm in the game which made them play better from the first half. And as a result, they scored 2 goals in return.
This is clearly a loss for Ajax even though they are playing at home but still it is very bad when they can actually maintain the advantage

I didn't expect Ajax Amsterdam to destroy Benfica to be honest. They might have been the better team, but for teams like Ajax it often turns out to not be that easy to play against Benfica in Portugal in a home game. I know Bayern Munich tore them apart a while ago, but Ajax isn't Bayern Munich. However, I don't really see a big chance for Benfica to a actually beat Ajax in the second leg. They are in top shape in their home stadium and Benfica would need a good portion of luck to eventually win that game.

But on the other hand Ajax are also quite tough in my opinion and I will still be pretty sure Ajax will qualify now.
Leg 2 now Benfica will play to the Amsterdam Arena and of course the intimidation from the Stadium and Ajax supporters they must be able to control if they really want to win in the match in Leg 2. it is impossible that they will lock up Benfica again in this 2nd leg

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It turns out the rumor was true! Officially, the Champions League final will not be held in Russia but Paris. In a decision made by UEFA, the final scheduled for May 28 in Saint Petersburg has been moved. Safety concerns and uncertainty surrounding international travel contributed to the decision.

That's right. According to UEFA's official Twitter account, Russian aggression against Ukraine prompted UEFA to announce an emergency meeting of the Executive Board, at which it was decided not to stage the Champions League final in St. Petersburg on May 28. In addition, all domestic matches of Ukrainian and Russian clubs and national teams participating in UEFA competitions will be played on neutral grounds until further notice.

https://twitter.com/UEFA/status/1497147447004573698

Although that's a start, I feel it is not enough. In my opinion, all Russian football teams should be banned from participating in international competition.

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Quote from: TopT3ns on February 25, 2022, 04:35:46 AM

I think not really have problem between Manchester United or Atletico Madrid because both team still not safety on 4th standing position on each domestic league, I see have potential for Manchester United will qualify next round with playing home on second leg. But some time Manchester United is not always take advantage playing as home because many time loss three points when play on Old Trafford. I think second leg match of EUFA Champion League will be interested match for both team and who pass to next stage.

At the moment, both teams are losing the fight for 4th place in their home championships. As for the return match, I certainly hope for United, but I think that the result will be as random as in the first meeting - both teams are in crisis and if one has a "good" day and the other does not, then we will see one result, and if the other way around opposite. It's impossible to predict anything here.

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Quote from: bitzizzix on February 24, 2022, 11:44:24 AM

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I actually see this is not bad and managed to draw at Atletico is actually quite good for United now.
Even though Atletico's performance is quite bad in La Liga now but they are still a great team and when Manchester United dominate it is quite good for them.
On the other hand, Leg 2 they will be at Old Trafford, of course they will do their best now I think because it is supported by thousands of fans of course it will increase their enthusiasm.

Although at Old Trafford it often doesn't produce good results when in the EPL I hope Manchester United can play very well and win against Atletico at Old Trafford in the 2nd leg later and the 1-1 result in the first leg is a good opportunity for Mancheater who must take advantage of it well in front of his fans.
I hope Ronaldo scores because this year Ronaldo hasn't scored, and yesterday's game he didn't have a good assist and nothing was even aimed at him.

But at least they are now better than Atletico and that was proven when they dominated in the first leg.
And yes of course this will add a little motivation for them when seen by their own supporters.
For Ronaldo, I really hope for the best but of course we can't depend on this one player because this will be a very personal burden when we depend on one person in a team.

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Quote from: joker_josue on February 25, 2022, 06:58:28 AM

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The advantage for PSG is that the final will be held in Paris considering that PSG has the potential to host but there is still a 2nd leg against Madrid, can they get a draw or win in the 2nd leg or Madrid will turn things around in the 2nd leg after the Russian invasion going to Ukraine made UEFA look for another alternative stadium as the final match of the UEFA Champions League and I think this is the right decision taken by UEFA so that the match can take place.

The only advantage is that the game is played there, if PSG reaches the final. And I think for that to happen, they have to improve their game.
Honestly, I'm still not confident that PSG will be able to reach the final. But everything can change, we'll see.

This is still the beginning, in the UCL there will also be many other clubs who do not want to be left behind by PSG, we know that PSG players are filled with quality players and stars. But I still have hope for Man City, Liverpool, and also Chelsea which will be a big obstacle for PSG to advance to the final. In all Groups A to Groups H, they still take points, which means the competition is getting tougher. Moreover, for PSG, the toughest opponent in Grp A is Man City.

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Quote from: cryptofrka on February 23, 2022, 02:24:53 AM

I expected Chelsea to win easily against Lille and result-wise they did, but the game was more open than it looks at first glance. I was watching it because Liverpool play Chelsea in the cup final on Sunday and I wasn't impressed with Chelsea at all.

I feel they are in a downward spiral, they allowed Lille to arrive into dangerous zones quite often and couldn't keep possession well enough. They also had Kovačić and Ziyech come out with injuries so it remains to be seen whether they will be ready for the weekend.

Actually, I have to agree with this because I also think that Chelsea did not have that much control over the match as a lot of people thought they would and they had about half of the possession which is not good enough from a team like Chelsea against a very low-tier team.
They won the match but I think after they got the first goal, they took things a little easy and the opponent almost took the advantage of it. obviously, it doesn't feel like that from the scoreboard

Quote from: Lordhermes on February 24, 2022, 07:50:01 PM

For the Chelsea game against Lille,you can't blame Chelsea for not doing well because they've gotten to the middle of the season,when fatigue hits the team,and that is exactly what's happening to Chelsea at the moment,but yet,they are still winning matches and are still doing well.

And for the match against Liverpool by weekend,it's really going to be a tough match in deed,because Chelsea will not want to Loose to Liverpool,and vice versa.But I predict a draw.and Liverpool winning the on penalty shootout.

Yes, I understand that, but I think Chelsea has set their own expectations a lot higher and that's why everyone expects better from them. They did not play as expected but still got the win and in the end, I think that's what matters. and against Liverpool, it is certainly not going to be easy. To be honest, I think Liverpool is going to beat Chelsea.

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Quote from: beerlover on February 24, 2022, 10:05:38 PM

A tie between ATM and United could be something very great, I mean it means that United actually got a tie at Madrid and that is a great thing. Now they are going to back to Manchester and that is going to be a lot better for them. I am not saying that we are going to see a win from United but I would say getting a tie at an away game is better than getting a tie at the home game and that means ATM is at a worse situation right now then United.

I would guess that if United managed to get a tie at the away game then it should be easier for them to get a win now against ATM at their home game. This is not guaranteed but it is definitely a better situation to be in.

I think Manchester United played well enough considering their current form. they did well to draw that match after being a goal down from almost at the start of the match. But I actually expected a better performance from Athletico Madrid as this was their home match. Now Manchester United has a good chance of winning the second leg as it will be played in their home ground. But, I actually will not be surprised if something opposite happens. Because to be honest I don't trust either of these teams right now.

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