⚽UEFA Europa League Discussion Thread -- 2021/22 Winners: Eintracht Frankfurt!

[swogerino]

Slavia eliminated Leicester, but I don't think their chance against Rangers will be enough.  Glasgow is having an excellent season this year.  They're way ahead of Celtic in the scotch league.  I think the Uefa cup will be one of the finalist teams.

It looks like Rangers take this tournament seriously. They want the title in the Premiership and to do their best in the Europa League too. For this season, I think Slavia have no chance against them and Rangers will finish the job already in the first match.

Slavia eliminated Leicester because I think Leicester didn’t take them seriously and this was their mistake which cost them the elimination.I am pretty sure even the last place in the standing of the Premier League is of better quality compared to even the first team in the table of the Czech league.There is a lot of difference between these two leagues.

I also think Rangers will crash Slavia easily in this upcoming round.

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[CLS63]

I look forward to watching the both games of Manchester Utd-Milan draw in the 1/8-finals. I think that it could be so much different if this draw would be in the Champions League now. But still, I think we will see very competitive games. In the first game, I think Manchester Utd will be the victor.

[masulum]

I look forward to watching the both games of Manchester Utd-Milan draw in the 1/8-finals. I think that it could be so much different if this draw would be in the Champions League now. But still, I think we will see very competitive games. In the first game, I think Manchester Utd will be the victor.

This matches makes me remember when both meet in UCL and AC Milan become a champions. Milan and MU currently hard to bring their good performance in local league also in UEL. I think hard to predict who the strongest between them. But, as Milan fans, of course I want AC Milan qualified for the next round.

[hahay]

I look forward to watching the both games of Manchester Utd-Milan draw in the 1/8-finals. I think that it could be so much different if this draw would be in the Champions League now. But still, I think we will see very competitive games. In the first game, I think Manchester Utd will be the victor.

This matches makes me remember when both meet in UCL and AC Milan become a champions. Milan and MU currently hard to bring their good performance in local league also in UEL. I think hard to predict who the strongest between them. But, as Milan fans, of course I want AC Milan qualified for the next round.

Yes, both of them are struggling but when it comes to the local league then I think Manchester Utd is the most difficult, because the difference in points from the team below is not that far and I think that situation will make Milan get a little leeway which is certainly good for the team. But, when viewed from their head to head it looks like Manchester Utd is still getting better but yes, I realize that this cannot be a benchmark for assessment because the most important thing for me is the readiness of the players on match day and of course this will still be interesting match.

[judas]

Ajax-Young Boys can be a quite interesting draw I think. Ajax are leading in the Eredivisie and they are also doing nice in the Europa League. They managed to eliminate Lille last but I must admit that both games were really tough. On the other hand, Young Boys have attracted the attention of people very much by defeating Leverkusen away and eliminating them. I think both games will be enjoyable to watch. Ajax can win the first match and I expect goals from each side.

[AakZaki]

MU - Milan is biggest game obviously. With all respect to Dinamo Zagreb, Spurs probably are most lucky about draw. Though, I wouldn't write-off Dinamo completely. Molde is weakest team remaining,they got Granada who kicked out Napoli, but from what I saw, they weren't something special, so Molde have chance.
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As the 2007 Champions League semifinal match was repeated. At that time MU lost 5-3 on aggregate. But in 2009/2010 they returned to play at UChampions League and MU won 7-2 on aggregate. In the history of their matches they are quite even. Maybe this year MU will be different, MU is more favored to win. Because in the last game MU played stable. Another case with Milan, their appearance tends to decline. In the last five matches they have only been able to win 1 time and draw 2 times.

[Reosta_]

The game that I'm the most curious about is Manchester Utd-Milan. Both teams are having a great season in their leagues and fighting for the championship. Maybe Manchester Utd have a low chance to make it but it is not like that for Milan. They are 4 points behind Inter. Anyway, considering their performances I expect a very competitive match and goals from each team. Milan are struggling with injuries now and very important players like Ibra, Calhanoglu and Rebic are injured. So I think that Manchester Utd can benefit from this situation and win the first match in Old Trafford.

[Juggy777]

The game that I'm the most curious about is Manchester Utd-Milan. Both teams are having a great season in their leagues and fighting for the championship. Maybe Manchester Utd have a low chance to make it but it is not like that for Milan. They are 4 points behind Inter. Anyway, considering their performances I expect a very competitive match and goals from each team. Milan are struggling with injuries now and very important players like Ibra, Calhanoglu and Rebic are injured. So I think that Manchester Utd can benefit from this situation and win the first match in Old Trafford.

@Reosta_ even I’m keenly awaiting this fixture because it’s the clash of champions, and if they can score goals and make the game competitive then it’ll be indeed fun to watch. Also I feel that the key factor for Manchester United will be Bruno, because if he underperforms then Manchester United will lose against Ac Milan.

Source:

https://www.caughtoffside.com/2021/02/28/stats-prove-that-bruno-fernandes-has-been-missing-for-man-united-against-big-six-after-goalless-draw-against-chelsea/

[slaman29]

Slavia eliminated Leicester because I think Leicester didn’t take them seriously and this was their mistake which cost them the elimination.I am pretty sure even the last place in the standing of the Premier League is of better quality compared to even the first team in the table of the Czech league.There is a lot of difference between these two leagues.

I also think Rangers will crash Slavia easily in this upcoming round.

I don't think it's just all about people not taking things seriously. If you ask anyone in Leicester and Brendan himself, I don't think anyone for one second would say they want to fight for top 4 more than Europa.

Look at their squad and see their long-term and short-term injuries. They are playing with a thin squad now and still pulling the points. I think it was perhaps a small underestimation and just bad luck, which is what gets you at these tournaments.

[CLS63]

The game that I'm the most curious about is Manchester Utd-Milan. Both teams are having a great season in their leagues and fighting for the championship. Maybe Manchester Utd have a low chance to make it but it is not like that for Milan. They are 4 points behind Inter. Anyway, considering their performances I expect a very competitive match and goals from each team. Milan are struggling with injuries now and very important players like Ibra, Calhanoglu and Rebic are injured. So I think that Manchester Utd can benefit from this situation and win the first match in Old Trafford.

@Reosta_ even I’m keenly awaiting this fixture because it’s the clash of champions, and if they can score goals and make the game competitive then it’ll be indeed fun to watch. Also I feel that the key factor for Manchester United will be Bruno, because if he underperforms then Manchester United will lose against Ac Milan.

Source:

https://www.caughtoffside.com/2021/02/28/stats-prove-that-bruno-fernandes-has-been-missing-for-man-united-against-big-six-after-goalless-draw-against-chelsea/

I agree with you totally. Bruno Fernandes is an incredibly good player and he has had awesome statistics so far. He played in 45 games in total - 22 goals, 14 assists. Even though he is not a striker, he is really unstoppable when it comes to scoring. He also provided many assists to his teammates.

[Iranus]

The game that I'm the most curious about is Manchester Utd-Milan. Both teams are having a great season in their leagues and fighting for the championship. Maybe Manchester Utd have a low chance to make it but it is not like that for Milan. They are 4 points behind Inter. Anyway, considering their performances I expect a very competitive match and goals from each team. Milan are struggling with injuries now and very important players like Ibra, Calhanoglu and Rebic are injured. So I think that Manchester Utd can benefit from this situation and win the first match in Old Trafford.

@Reosta_ even I’m keenly awaiting this fixture because it’s the clash of champions, and if they can score goals and make the game competitive then it’ll be indeed fun to watch. Also I feel that the key factor for Manchester United will be Bruno, because if he underperforms then Manchester United will lose against Ac Milan.

Source:

https://www.caughtoffside.com/2021/02/28/stats-prove-that-bruno-fernandes-has-been-missing-for-man-united-against-big-six-after-goalless-draw-against-chelsea/

I agree with you totally. Bruno Fernandes is an incredibly good player and he has had awesome statistics so far. He played in 45 games in total - 22 goals, 14 assists. Even though he is not a striker, he is really unstoppable when it comes to scoring. He also provided many assists to his teammates.

Bruno Fernandes is a great player. There are very few talented midfielders like him now. Everyone is bound to be amazed at his great skill. Having a player like him in the team not only strengthens the midfield but also the forward lineup.

[ILuckyGuyI]

Ajax-Young Boys is a tough draw and also not easy to predict. Ajax managed to eliminate a very hard opponent, Lille before coming here. Young Boys also eliminated one of the toughest teams in the tournament, Leverkusen. They even beat Leverkusen away, 2-0. I think the best option for the first leg to bet on is "both teams to score".

[masulum]

MU is in their best confidence ahead of their meeting with AC Milan at UEL this Thursday. The 0-2 win from host City in EPL is certainly very good against the Rossoneri who are still not consistent with their performance in the last few matches. Their victory in this 1st leg will certainly make it easier for them to face Milan at the San Siro in the 2nd leg. However, I still believe AC Milan can at least hold the score against MU in this first leg.

[Bilgent]

MU is in their best confidence ahead of their meeting with AC Milan at UEL this Thursday. The 0-2 win from host City in EPL is certainly very good against the Rossoneri who are still not consistent with their performance in the last few matches. Their victory in this 1st leg will certainly make it easier for them to face Milan at the San Siro in the 2nd leg. However, I still believe AC Milan can at least hold the score against MU in this first leg.

Milan still have important players injured like Ibrahimovic, Rebic and Calhanoglu. This could affect them badly when it comes to scoring in this match. Manchester Utd boosted their morale at a high rate by defeating City 2-0 away. I expect them to be more dominant vs Milan in the first leg. However, I don't expect Milan to concede many goals. I think Manchester Utd will defeat Milan with a one goal diff.

[snipie]

MU is in their best confidence ahead of their meeting with AC Milan at UEL this Thursday. The 0-2 win from host City in EPL is certainly very good against the Rossoneri who are still not consistent with their performance in the last few matches. Their victory in this 1st leg will certainly make it easier for them to face Milan at the San Siro in the 2nd leg. However, I still believe AC Milan can at least hold the score against MU in this first leg.

ManU performance was good vs City while Milan overall performance dropped a bit, that's why most of us expect to see ManU crashing Milan. Even odds are way in favor of ManU (x1.64) vs Milan (x5.4).

[Reosta_]

Ajax-Young Boys match can be the second delightful game after Manchester Utd-Milan. Ajax have a really good form in the recent times. I can't say the same thing for Young Boys as they got 3 draws in their last 3 matches. They may have focus problems because of it. But we shouldn't still forget that they managed to eliminate one of the powerful teams in the EL, Leverkusen. But I don't think they will be able to get even a draw against Ajax in the first leg. I think Ajax will win it with one or two-goal difference and have an advantageous result before the rematch.

[dre1982]

Ajax-Young Boys match can be the second delightful game after Manchester Utd-Milan. Ajax have a really good form in the recent times. I can't say the same thing for Young Boys as they got 3 draws in their last 3 matches. They may have focus problems because of it. But we shouldn't still forget that they managed to eliminate one of the powerful teams in the EL, Leverkusen. But I don't think they will be able to get even a draw against Ajax in the first leg. I think Ajax will win it with one or two-goal difference and have an advantageous result before the rematch.

Ajax-Young Boys will be interesting. Ajax forgot to put Haller on the list of players to play in the Europe League but they don't miss him there. Last matches in the competition he wasn't playing that well. Neres is playing better and better every week. Let's see if he can do the same tonight.

[ILuckyGuyI]

There is also a Roma-Shakhtar game tonight. Roma destroyed Braga in both matches before this round. Shakhtar had a much easier opponent, Maccabi Tel Aviv and eliminated them by winning both matches. Veretout (11 goals, 5 assists) is injured and Dzeko's (10 goals, 2 assists) condition is not certain at Roma. But still I see Roma will be winning this match with one or two-goal difference.

[swogerino]

Manchester United vs Milan how many good memories from the good old days when Milan used to play at Old Trafford.We are back at the time of Schevcenko and Kaka for Milan and of course I think we all agree that this is the best game to watch on Tv compared to all other games.

[Wendigo]

I hope Ole has tightened the defence. I wouldn't mind a 0-0 draw at Old Trafford and 0-1 away win