The draw between the UCL heavyweights gives Man City more advantage especially as they’ll now be playing the return leg in their home and with the way you saw them in the first leg, you’ll know Pep and his boys still have a lot up their sleeves and will be willing to use the home advantage against Ancelotti. I think the return leg will be one thrilling encounter as both teams are on a good note.

 Real Madrid weren’t bad either just that the moments they let the game slip away, City were always present to let those to their own advantages and as a result were able to level the scoreline. This is going to be a big worry fir Ancelotti because he needs to make sure his boys are up and running at the Etihad.

 ⁠Man City won’t relax in their home ground in front of their home fans but you can’t overlook the game between these two as it’s a game of who is who and anything can happen especially as the away goal rule has been scrapped. With the right tactics any of them can be able to make it through to the semis.

 The strategies by both coaches aren’t bad as we’re not expecting anything less in the matches between them as these two are the major contenders for the UCL trophy.  I still have huge hopes on Madrid winning rather than Man City as they’re a better squad as you can see in the match few days ago.

This season has been quite disappointing for Ronaldo and his fans as this will be his second season in the league without a trophy and that’s not really what the fans expected especially as they thought he will be able to conquer the Saudi League like he did while at Europe. At this point, he’s virtually out of all competitions and will it seems there’s no hope of him being able to win any trophy.

 ⁠Al-Hilal eliminated them earlier this week in a thrilling encounter where the star man was shown a red card in the 86th minute which means he’ll literally be missing in some encounters for the club. The red card is one very big worry for the club because of Ronaldo’s big importance for the club and how much his absence could cost the club.

 ⁠Yes it’s not Ronaldo’s fault that they’re trophyless as you can see that he keeps maintaining his standard for the club despite injury and all, yet he still remains the clubs top scorer. One big deal is the club not being able to build up and acquire adequate players that will help complement the efforts of Ronaldo.

 ⁠For the 2 matches he’ll be missing, yes his presence will be missed but I think these matches are quite easy ones for Ronaldo’s team to be able to overcome without Ronaldo in the match. I wish the team will be able to build up and get the right signings so that we can see a better Al Nassr next season rather than this mid team we’re seeing who are being complimented by Ronaldo’s efforts.

So far this season, Real Madrid have been very much active and set towards the La Liga trophy goal. They've in many weeks played games and ensured good results that's gotten and kept them in the top spot of the league table. Even though a couple of times, their performances have been reducing in range, they've still being able to manage a win before the end of the game.

 Well, they still have the champions confidence and determination in them too, adding that their manager is very much experimental in his approach to their games. They're a good team and they sure do know how to fix up their errors. Well it's very much essential that they correct errors faster and avoid incidents that are drastic and costly to occur as the times left won't entertain mistakes because it'll only be irreparable.

 Their encounter against Sevilla well ended in a victory for them but they ought to have done better. Their performances in time past was enough evidence to show how capable they are for the game against Sevilla. Well, I don't know exactly who to blame though but I feel they're starting to take chances too. I think it only got scary and dangerous two games ago when they took on Vallecano and were left to a draw. Now one would think how such proactive team playing the host would succumb to a visiting team who are less performing than they are. Well that's the unpredictable nature of football.

 Sevilla themselves have all time being tough contenders in the league, giving big teams tough times too and it's understandable that they were able to ensure and cover up all the chances Madrid tried to make in the game. Well Madrid are a better team and they've got to show it on the pitch. We'll see how the next games would hold up for them.

Tuchel's presence in the team ought to make a significant impact to their endeavors all time and also Kane's performance needed to add a big advantage to them but so far, their recent games have turned out opposite of their normal and expected performance rate. It'll only mean that their journey this season to a top spot is threatened and no one can say exactly if they'll be able to scale through it.

 They've not been encouraging and it's quite appaling that they remain depreciated week after week. Sadly though, Tuchel's stay in the club is seemingly threatened, his days are actually numbered and it's understandable that the management would want a switch for the coach position as they expected him to be better considering how much effort his put in recent times and even with flaws, they need not to keep overlooking it as it's unending.

 Well it'll only task them to find a proper hand that'll replace Tuchel's as so far they need not to take their chances and cause this to continue unto the next season. Alonso is being quested for and if they're able to secure him, well, hopefully he'll be able to take them out of the state they are. His records are speaking for him and so it's understandable that they see him as a proper prospect for the job ahead in the club.

 Not also forgetting the fact that they've got to strive to gain back their name in the league. Yes, acquiring new players is essential to a team and with their caliber, they really have what it takes to go for the best of the bests. This season's experience should be enough for them to learn and react better to next season. They're an impactful team and so they should do their best to get whatever necessities needed for a good team outcome.

Between Milan and Udinese, both teams have had quite a good record this season and they're sure were challenging to themselves, keeping the odds for the game aside. Udinese had the lesser chance of winning though but still they strived. Udinese were the host, they had a good game yesterday and they tried to put enough pressure on their visitors too which was an extra boost to their confidence for the game.

 And for Milan, they also had a good game in the match and they were able to earn for themselves the three points in the game. For the two teams, it was only fair that the game ended with that result with just a goal margin. It works in both of their favours. At least there was time to fight hard and maximize experience too. Judging from Lazio's performance so far, they've got what it takes to finish at a very stable spot this season. They're good at what they do and they're relentless in their strides.

 Their encounter against Udinese seemed a bit tough for them as the both teams had little or no difference in terms of quality of impact in games. Udinese were competitive and even though they didn't find themselves in an appropriate position on the league table, they still found a way to make relevance in every game encounter they have had. I'd say that the both teams had thesame level of advantage to games and it wasn't a surprise that the game ended  with that result. Although the 3points from winning subsequent games is highly needed at this phase of the season but judging by their performances both then and now, they're very much fit to counter each other and make the game end on equal stance.

 Although, inasmuch as a weighty gap is expected of them, Inter Milan has made it difficult because they've also been in their best form. At thesame time, it'll not be hard to stay in shape to earn a ticket to next season's European contests. They've been able to play resiliently and the results so far is fit to help them earn this ticket but the difficulty they may face this season is the trophy of the Serie A, the top contenders won't let it slip away from them, they're in their own way and end putting streanous efforts to ensure that they get the maximum number of points to keep the gaps and help them win the trophy.

The quarter final games have been drawn, now it's seeming like a reincarnating battle. The rivalry continues and it all seems unpredictable. The odds for team qualifications are a bit difficult to predict as  the game only gets tougher now and a lot has to be put into consideration without neglecting how different the performance may turn out on the field of play.

 PSG will battle out with Barcelona, Arsenal with Munich, Real Madrid with City and Atletico with Dortmund. The toughest game of these schedules would have been all except for Munich and Arsenal but as it stands, Arsenal still has a shot against this German side considering how poor Munich have been in passing weeks and then Arsenal giving their all to their games.

 Though they've not had a good UCL record, so in records, Munich stands a chance. So comparing both teams, it's just best to leave the decision to be decided on the pitch. Real Madrid and City are title contenders too in their respective leagues, UCL title is as well their natural aim and so one of them would have to surrender it off at this stage of the competition.

 Yesterday's encounter for City and Madrid proved entertaining being that the teams are top domestic league title contenders and they've got a world class squad. It ended in a fair draw for both sides and it's really difficult to say the highest probable side to qualify considering the level of impact they bring to the pitch. From the start till the end of the game, the teams were able to prove to themselves their class, worth and ability to be champions. The second leg is highly anticipated and really not to bet or vouch for any team, let the best team win.

In PSG, Mbappe is one key man that they don't want to give off yet. Even though his contract is set to expire by summer, they still know he's advantageous and would want to keep him. For Mbappe, his stay in the team beyond and after the expiration of the contract seems to be dependent on his intentions as well as the teams performance in the long run.

 Good thing for him that Madrid may not really be interested in him yet until summer so he's got to be a bit patient till then, then maybe, he'd be willing to join the Spanish side. Even though Liverpool were questing for him as well, i didn't think they were set to afford that amount for him during the January transfer window. Let's just anticipate summer break whilst watching his movement decision unfold.

 Real Madrid has even been performing at their best without a stable striker in the team, then we think of how much more they'd perform if they eventually get a striker for themselves. Left for me, they're doing just fine without a striker. They've in the team a lot of youngsters that are doing excellent in their general balling ability. But still they just have to have for themselves a striker that'd be majored on that role of goal scoring and they won't have to be using a false forward in their games.

 Well before now, Mbappe was a prospect but Ancelloti has said for now he won't be making any change to his squad and he's comfortable with them. I believe they have what it takes to get the species of forward they want in the team and the team's commitment and bond would really boost their results.

PSG in the league are doing very greatly and in that match against Clermont, you would not expect PSG to be struggling as psg are far doing great as they’re clear even on point. In that match over the weekend, PSG rested most of her key players for the UCL game and you can see the difference im the second half

 In the second half, we saw PSG having introduced her major players and you can see the difference in how they played just that they were only able to get a draw in that fixture and it’s not really bad especially as they’re very clear on being the league winners. Mbappe who’s about to leave keep increasing his numbers for the club as he was able to provide an assist that helped PSG get their draw.

 ⁠In the league, I don’t think PSG will be having any difficulty of any sort as they’re in a better position in the league table and as such you can understand why the coach rested most of the club’s key players in this fixture. PSG main target is the ucl and as such they’re are doing everything possible to be able to get to the UCL semi final and probably the final. The club will have to prepare very well because Barcelona won’t be an easy opponent for PSG to face in this round of the competition. I’m very confident that PSG could get something but they’ve got to do more than the ordinary to be able to defeat Barca.

Arteta's Arsenal are young, vibrant and victory oriented too. They won't want to give off their chances at the trophy just so easily to Porto. They're a side more likely to put up a fierce contest and make the game tough for their opponent Porto. Maybe or maybe not, Porto will be able to endure the strength Arsenal would put up. Arsenal are to some extent technically better than them still.Munich's performance has been lingering far behind their usual tempo which is odd for them. Their journey to the most appropriate spot this season is threatened and no one is certain that they'll be able to scale through. Their performance is far less than encouraging too.

 Where is Munich's problem from? The end part of this season is seeming tough for them already and it's a huge reproach to the name they've established for themselves, their aims and objectives too as regards competitions this season. Out of the blue, Leverkusen are now outshining the once dreaded German team, although it brings life to football but it's not a leisure to them having unending game setbacks in the results. Tuchel is a tactical coach and it's expected that he corrects these errors.
 
 Yesterday's first leg game of the UCL ended in a tie for the two teams. Personally, I knew it would not be an easy game for the teams based on the fact that they're and won't be ready to be suppressed regardless of their performance rate in the domestic leagues. Arsenal themselves have had a smooth running season so far and they've done their best to keep a good record in their home games. The past games is enough to be a boost towards their UCL encounter and even though they may not really stand a chance at securing the title, they've got what it takes to fight through the tussle.

 Bayern Munich on the other hand have had a good history in the European contests and loosing their ranks to Arsenal will be diminishing on them. Yes, they've had to fight through games for some weeks and have also incurred a number of losses but it's not still enough reason that they succumb to Arsenal's pressure. Even though, majority of us felt Munich will fail in delivering a good result, they did their best to prove us wrong. Maybe it'll be a better performance for them in the second leg but it really would be a tough encounter as well.

Arteta is one big blessing to this Arsenal squad at this time as his impact is really showing off in the team’s general performance as you can see how he’s shaped this Arsenal team who are known to finish 5th or 6th to now challenge for the league over the past two seasons. This kind of improvement he’s brought is what most clubs in the league have been searching so hard for

 As such, because of how he’s built this team, I know very well he’s got the full backing of the board and they’ll be willing to fund him more to be able to acquire the needed players. He’s one man that has played under a class coach like Arsene Wenger and Unai and at a point he even had to study under Pep at City.

 Going through this kind of mentorship will sure bring him to class and he’s in no way lacking in that aspect. He’s really shaped this young Arsenal squad and has improved their mentality and now you can see how fiercely they challenge even European Champions, Man City.
 
 ⁠I think he needs a reward for his efforts and that will be the boys at least winning a trophy and I think that’s what he’s working towards as he wants to end the 20 years long wait for the club to win the League trophy. It’s very possible as they need to keep being up and doing in the matches like they’ve been doing and they’ll sure get the trophy they deserve.

The UCL match between the competition’s heavyweight was really shown in the scoreline in the match between these two teams as we saw them both playing out a 3-3 draw in a thrilling encounter. This match was one that had end to end action and sincerely football fans loved every moment from this match.

 ⁠Now this draw means more work from Real Madrid as we saw how much they tried to stay up in the game yesterday but anytime they let the tempo down, then Man City didn’t hesitate to take advantage and hit them with a goal. Real Madrid still have some work to do at the Etihad as they’ve not just got to maintain that energy level but rather step higher.

 Rodrigo for Real Madrid was one wonder to watch as truly he showed out his quality and henceforth I wouldn’t entertain any Rodrigo vs Martinelli debate because Rodrigo is way far on that scale. He was really into the game as compared to Haaland for City. Man City should be real grateful they have a player as Foden who was able to step up into the main boots for them where Haaland was failing. Pep is really an expert and I think Madrid will need to do more than the ordinary if they’re to stand a chance at the Etihad this season.

Yes Arsenal have really improved more than how they were last season that they lost the trophy by blowing up a long lead at the top of the table. It was really one bottling the fans found it hard to accept and as such, they’re all confident on them not repeating same errors this season.

 ⁠I fear Arsenal might not still be able to win the league because of the key fixtures they have against likes of Man United, Tottenham, Aston Villa and also Chelsea. Yes the attack line of Arsenal has been fierce and I understand how confident you’re on this Arsenal side, but you can’t overlook these teams as these teams are also in chase for European football.

 ⁠For Arsenal to be confident on winning the league then there need to be some points dropped by Liverpool and Man City, then only can Arsenal be a bit confident. The players mentality needs to remain top notch as they should keep taking every match like a final and always gun for victory.

 ⁠For their UCL hope, well I don’t think that will be a reality, rather they should focus more on the EPL as that’s easily achievable because the team isn’t yet up to the standard of the ucl. The epl can be easily gotten and the fans will love it rather than them losing out in all competitions.

Well, I sincerely doubt this your claim of Ronaldo’s absence not being felt by the club. A red card in any football game makes the red card team already short of a player and especially for a team that’s behind it’s a big setback. The red card was given to their main man in the attack, their most reliable goal scorer and even though they were able to score after the red card, that gives a high chance of them being able to double the score and take the match to ET very high.

 It’s very normal for Ronaldo to be that angry as you don’t expect him to be happy he’ll be going trophyless for another season since his big move to the Saudi Club. In his 2 seasons he’s incredibly remained the highest goal scorer in the league and going trophyless is one very annoying feat for Ronaldo.

 ⁠I understand that he was in te field for over 85 minutes yet he wasn’t able to score that doesn’t mean he can’t do something in the remaining 5 mins plus extra time so that’s not an excuse to say his absence wasn’t felt. Football is a game of 90 minutes and when one team is short with a player, it makes them handicapped and they manage to play like that.

 The club needs Ronaldo and I know they could pay to atone for the red card because of how important Ronaldo is in the club. Well they’re already out of all competitions and their chances of still winning the league is very little especially as Al Hilal keeps being unstoppable.

Tuchel's presence in the team ought to make a significant impact to their endeavors all time and also Kane's performance needed to add a big advantage to them but so far, their recent games have turned out opposite of their normal and expected performance rate. It'll only mean that their journey this season to a top spot is threatened and no one can say exactly if they'll be able to scale through it.

 They've not been encouraging and it's quite appaling that they remain depreciated week after week. Sadly though, Tuchel's stay in the club is seemingly threatened, his days are actually numbered and it's understandable that the management would want a switch for the coach position as they expected him to be better considering how much effort his put in recent times and even with flaws, they need not to keep overlooking it as it's unending.

 Well it'll only task them to find a proper hand that'll replace Tuchel's as so far they need not to take their chances and cause this to continue unto the next season. Alonso is being quested for and if they're able to secure him, well, hopefully he'll be able to take them out of the state they are. His records are speaking for him and so it's understandable that they see him as a proper prospect for the job ahead in the club.

 Not also forgetting the fact that they've got to strive to gain back their name in the league. Yes, acquiring new players is essential to a team and with their caliber, they really have what it takes to go for the best of the bests. This season's experience should be enough for them to learn and react better to next season. They're an impactful team and so they should do their best to get whatever necessities needed for a good team outcome.
 

Between Milan and Udinese, both teams have had quite a good record this season and they're sure were challenging to themselves, keeping the odds for the game aside. Udinese had the lesser chance of winning though but still they strived. Udinese were the host, they had a good game yesterday and they tried to put enough pressure on their visitors too which was an extra boost to their confidence for the game.

 And for Milan, they also had a good game in the match and they were able to earn for themselves the three points in the game. For the two teams, it was only fair that the game ended with that result with just a goal margin. It works in both of their favours. At least there was time to fight hard and maximize experience too. Judging from Lazio's performance so far, they've got what it takes to finish at a very stable spot this season. They're good at what they do and they're relentless in their strides.

 Their encounter against Udinese seemed a bit tough for them as the both teams had little or no difference in terms of quality of impact in games. Udinese were competitive and even though they didn't find themselves in an appropriate position on the league table, they still found a way to make relevance in every game encounter they have had. I'd say that the both teams had thesame level of advantage to games and it wasn't a surprise that the game ended  with that result. Although the 3points from winning subsequent games is highly needed at this phase of the season but judging by their performances both then and now, they're very much fit to counter each other and make the game end on equal stance.

 PSV have gathered enough points and are going to be crowned champions of their league soon but they will need to gain maximum points in the next 3-4 games. When you check the fixture table, you’ll see that the first 2 games are going to be quite easy for PSV because these teams are still struggling to find their feet and as such PSV knows what they want which is to win the league early enough and as such I’m sure they’ll be able to get maximum points in these first 2 fixtures.

 ⁠PSV hard game will be Sparta Rotterda which are a better team and are looking more confident and they’ll sure be giving PSG some tough time in a run for their league victory. Well not withstanding the league is about to end with about 6 games to go and PSV are leading with a gap of 10 points.


 ⁠Feynoord I don’t think will be able to catch up with PSV, because a win in 2 games for PSV and a draw in 2 could be able to give PSV the league already so the chances of Feynoord catching up is really slim. AZ Alkmaar are also a good opponent but I don’t think theyll be able to be the hindrance on PSV getting maximum points as currently this PSV team has just lost one game.

 ⁠Ajax and AZ Alkmaar are in the battle for 4th place so as to get Europa League spot and Ajax are looking quite fierce as compared to Alkmaar who haven’t had a great performance this season. I just wish Ajax would be able to qualify because they’ll be a better representative than AZ Alkmaar in the UEL.

Well h the Semi finals of te Super Cup has just been concluded and Al-Hilal weee able to go past Al Nassr in this match. Well it was expected to an extent especially as this Al Hilal side have been very dominating even in the league and as such we expected them to dominate Al-Nassr.

 ⁠Al-Nassr were also very confident as they were able to contain this Al-Hilal dominance and this match really showed how improved Al-Nassr has been from the last time these 2 teams faced each other. Al-Nassr have really improved on how they play and in their match you can see how better they were able to keep the game under control though they conceded late in the 2nd half.

 ⁠The anger of Ronaldo though was quite understandable but I feel he could hace controlled himself especially knowing that his team are behind in the score. Rather his red card made the team play with a man down and as such this had a great effect on the team’s performance in the final 4-7 minutes. Al-Hilal the final is one worthy of applauds as now we can see how superior they are, though I think they’re one great team in the league and it’s quite understandable them dominating the league.

Salah has been a quality player for Liverpool, he's still got a year additional before the expiration of his contract with the team and his impacts in the past have not stopped speaking for him, the time he has left in the team would still be enough for him to do what he knows how to do best. Salah's decision at the conclusion of his time with Liverpool would definitely be essential in his career growth. He's done his best for the club and it's just good enough that he stretches his net to see how much fish could be caught from other teams.

 There are variety of options he can pick from but career wise, the best would him joining the SPL, I'm certain that the SPL themselves wont hesitate to press on for him. He's the type of player they need for the league's growth. So the whole SPL decision is just both parties being assets to each other. Salah would join them as a result of the great football impact he'd make and he'll be earning substantial enough to keep him through till his final football days. First twas Mane and soon Salah, Liverpool would have to find a very big alternative. But do you think Salah's exit would make a negative difference on the team? It's seeming like it though but it'll be fun to watch a Liverpool void of Salah on the pitch too. Salah's has had a lot of big impacts to Liverpool team and it's definitely so hard to let him off the club.

 They still see his inert potentials and still want to keep him with them to explore more fun with the team. I don't know of Salah's decision but I admit that he's also enjoying his time at the club and if time and age will permit he still would want to stick to the team. Although experience is the best teacher. Yes he's had a lot of experiences from the teams he's been at up till now, so it's very much likely that SPL would have eyes on him to give him their style of experience.

 In a few recent games, Bilbao have been able to show strength and charisma to winning games. They've safely been tagged underrated and not really focused on but looking deep, they're making waves. Even their betting odds would speak for them. They are a team practically growing into a La Liga threat club. They've had competitive games and ensured they kept up their pace making the result of the game be either to their favour or a fair draw. Girona and Vallecano are a testament of the fact.

 It's good how Spanish teams are starting to face the uprising of the beat and live through letting just 3 teams be the talk about of the league. Currently the likes of Girona,  Real Sociedad too and definitely Bilbao are outshining in their deeds and it's amazing to watch how football has become even more interesting this season in the Spanish league. For Mallorca, they're a competitive side, resilient and relentless too. It's amazing to watch them so far this season.

 They're definitely underrated regardless of the fact they've not really had good number of victories, they've definitely put up a tough battle for teams and it's something to be impressed about.
They did well in their games against the big teams in the league and yes being below on the league table standings is not really a determinant as to how good a team can actually be. It's just a matter of being unlucky though. I believe they've in their games so far learnt useful lessons that will always be a point to watch ahead of every subsequent encounters.

The Portuguese league have teams with higher impacts in the league games and European contests too. Benfica, Sporting, Porto are most impactful in this regard. Porto are doing well in the league and also have good performance records in the UCL too even though they weren't able to keep up with their good performance in their last league game which wasn't so acceptable. Same scenerio applies for Benfica and Sporting who's got their own record in the European cups too.

 Benfica have been doing well at securing the three points in most of their games with good goal margins. It only shows how set they are for the task put before them. Although a lesser performance isn't expected from them. Sporting are very much impactful in their games and Benfica too, the league seems less competitive as these teams unendingly saves the day for themselves and one would really wish there can be improvement as we'd love to see more clubs rising up to the contest before them and holding onto it fully.

 The league seems less competitive though as there are still weeks left and just these 3teams are trying to make good wave in the league. Over the years it's still these three that have been the most talked about because of the feats they've attained. One would be so sure to bet on these teams and their ability to keep progressing in points in their league games.

 Braga although have been a good team though, but they've incurred some losses too and lost but the 3points fairly in their last game. They were a better side and they were also the hosts too. Their game play didn't work well in their favor. Sadly they weren't able to keep a clean sheet and still had to bear 3goal margin from their visitors.