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

[kayiboyu]

Today is a big day for Leicester and Napoli. We see them fighting for their way to the next round of the tournament. Leicester are in a little better situation as they are the leader and one point ahead. Leicester must keep their big advantage by not losing this game. Because it is going to be enough for them as they would end this stage at the second position in the worst case. And I think they will succeed in this.

[Trofo]

Today is a big day for Leicester and Napoli. We see them fighting for their way to the next round of the tournament. Leicester are in a little better situation as they are the leader and one point ahead. Leicester must keep their big advantage by not losing this game. Because it is going to be enough for them as they would end this stage at the second position in the worst case. And I think they will succeed in this.

It will be tough for Leicester to keep that spot in Napoli since Napoli is in very good form and I am sure they will score a couple of goals on their own turf. Leicester will have to match them in order to progress so my bet goes on goals, more specifically on both to score.

Could be a lot of strange results in other games since lot of teams are playing for nothing. Maybe goals could be good bets but I will skip them, no luck for me in Europa League usually so just picking one game for now.

[herurist]

Tricky matches to predict in Europa league and I expect to see some surprise results.
West Ham secured first place in their group and they are coming out with mixed squad resting out many players, so we can see draw or even away win for Dinamo Zagreb.

Losing or winning now means nothing to Westham but it means a lot to Dynamo Zagreb who still have to secure at least a draw in this match.
and they can't lose this match because Genk still has a chance to secure second place if they lose to Westham in this match.
I think this will be quite exciting where Dinamo will definitely play hard in this match.

[condoras]

Tricky matches to predict in Europa league and I expect to see some surprise results.
West Ham secured first place in their group and they are coming out with mixed squad resting out many players, so we can see draw or even away win for Dinamo Zagreb.

Indeed there is a very big chance to see a draw, not sure about a win though. Personally, I will go for the draw and both to score.

It will be tough for Leicester to keep that spot in Napoli since Napoli is in very good form and I am sure they will score a couple of goals on their own turf. Leicester will have to match them in order to progress so my bet goes on goals, more specifically on both to score.

Could be a lot of strange results in other games since lot of teams are playing for nothing. Maybe goals could be good bets but I will skip them, no luck for me in Europa League usually so just picking one game for now.

To be honest, I can't see Leicester taking more than 1 point today. As you said, Napoli is in very good shape, and in front of their fans will be pressing undoubtedly from the start. An early goal will make Leicester very anxious to score and their defence will be vulnerable to Napoli's attackers to score another. IMO over 2.5 it's a good bet and will fix your luck.

[SquirrelJulietGarden]

To be honest, I can't see Leicester taking more than 1 point today. As you said, Napoli is in very good shape, and in front of their fans will be pressing undoubtedly from the start. An early goal will make Leicester very anxious to score and their defence will be vulnerable to Napoli's attackers to score another. IMO over 2.5 it's a good bet and will fix your luck.

Napoli is not in good shape. They are not. They were defeated by Atalanta last weekend in Serie A. They have some star players who were injured and have yet recovered or been ready for this match. In other words, they are in most difficult time since beginning of season.

Last but not least, I don't feel that Napoli consider Europa League as their priority in this season. They are spending more resources and concentration in Serie A. With this approach and current injury conditions of star players, Napoli will not begin this match against Leicester City with intention to win. Leicester City can beat Napoli because they are too good at counter attack.

[KTChampions]

Tricky matches to predict in Europa league and I expect to see some surprise results.
West Ham secured first place in their group and they are coming out with mixed squad resting out many players, so we can see draw or even away win for Dinamo Zagreb.

The main problem with predictions in the europa league is that the teams have no obvious motivation to participate in this tournament, at least it is not a priority. If we compare it with the Champions League (where even the first and second places in the groups were actually distributed in strict accordance with the strengths of the teams), then the situation in the Europa League is simply chaotic.

[EdenHazard]

I really hope West Ham will rotate heavily today. They have nothing to play for and they have a small core of players so Moyes will hopefully look to give them a rest.
Genk will probably win against Rapid so Dinamo needs a point. Their recent performances have been horrible against much weaker opposition, so they will hope that West Ham will not take the game seriously.

Even if they do progress from the group today, the standard they have been playing at is inadequate - so they will have to improve drastically to have any chance of further progression.

This gonna be a trap one to bet ...

i mean when west ham that statistically has nothing to play hard as they qualified already and at the other side zagreb need to secure a place to the next round as genk still has a chance.
i will avoid this one and look for the other matches though.

[Altryist]

Napoli is not in good shape. They are not. They were defeated by Atalanta last weekend in Serie A. They have some star players who were injured and have yet recovered or been ready for this match. In other words, they are in most difficult time since beginning of season.

Last but not least, I don't feel that Napoli consider Europa League as their priority in this season. They are spending more resources and concentration in Serie A. With this approach and current injury conditions of star players, Napoli will not begin this match against Leicester City with intention to win. Leicester City can beat Napoli because they are too good at counter attack.

I think Napoli will not stop at last step before reaching the play-off, especially since the club will receive decent prize payments for entering the playoffs. Therefore, Napoli will fight at full strength. Napoli is not in the best condition it is, but I will say that Leicester is in a similar situation, they also play with varying degrees of success in the Premier League. the difficulty is that a draw is enough for Leicester to get out of the group, while Napoli only needs a victory. Based on this, I think that bet for this match can be, Napoli with a handicap (0).

[BITCOIN4X]

The main problem with predictions in the europa league is that the teams have no obvious motivation to participate in this tournament, at least it is not a priority. If we compare it with the Champions League (where even the first and second places in the groups were actually distributed in strict accordance with the strengths of the teams), then the situation in the Europa League is simply chaotic.

Although it seems true, but I'm starting to think that the focus of teams failing in the Champions League at the moment is starting to turn towards the Europa League because this is a tournament they have to win if they want to win European competitions. title this season. This is their second chance to win a title in a European tournament other than the Champions League, so they need to be focused and motivated to take it.

[BALIK]

Napoli needed a win and Leichester needed a draw to qualify for the next round. Both teams is playing attacking. However, Napoli is now leading 2-1. Competitive enough match. Adam Ounas and Eljif Elmas scored twice for Napoli in the 4th and 24th minutes of the match. Jonny Evans scored for Leicester in the 27th minute. Hopefully we can see many more goals in this match.

[snipie]

Napoli needed a win and Leichester needed a draw to qualify for the next round. Both teams is playing attacking. However, Napoli is now leading 2-1. Competitive enough match. Adam Ounas and Eljif Elmas scored twice for Napoli in the 4th and 24th minutes of the match. Jonny Evans scored for Leicester in the 27th minute. Hopefully we can see many more goals in this match.

Napoli 3-2 Leicester. Stressful moments there for both teams since any goal could change their fate especially that Spartak is leading with 1 goal vs Warsaw. Group C is on fire right now..

[Avirunes]

Napoli needed a win and Leichester needed a draw to qualify for the next round. Both teams is playing attacking. However, Napoli is now leading 2-1. Competitive enough match. Adam Ounas and Eljif Elmas scored twice for Napoli in the 4th and 24th minutes of the match. Jonny Evans scored for Leicester in the 27th minute. Hopefully we can see many more goals in this match.

It's hard for Leicester when there are lot of players sidelined due to Covid illness. Manager is left out with limited options, even training sessions are suspended or not held properly so not a proper preparation so I would say Leicester came unprepared due to circumstances but still I must say they are fighting up well so far.

[blackened515]

Napoli needed a win and Leichester needed a draw to qualify for the next round. Both teams is playing attacking. However, Napoli is now leading 2-1. Competitive enough match. Adam Ounas and Eljif Elmas scored twice for Napoli in the 4th and 24th minutes of the match. Jonny Evans scored for Leicester in the 27th minute. Hopefully we can see many more goals in this match.

Leicester scored their second goal at the 33th minutes, and the first have ended with 2-2. But, if seems Napoli really want to win the game. However, Napoli are presently leading, as they scored their 3rd goal 8 minutes into the 2nd half. I think Leicester won't be able to draw the match, because Napoli are seriously playing more defensively. But, anyway this is Football and anything can happen. Maybe, Leicester can probably score and end the game with 3-3 draw.

[ReiMomo]

Napoli needed a win and Leichester needed a draw to qualify for the next round. Both teams is playing attacking. However, Napoli is now leading 2-1. Competitive enough match. Adam Ounas and Eljif Elmas scored twice for Napoli in the 4th and 24th minutes of the match. Jonny Evans scored for Leicester in the 27th minute. Hopefully we can see many more goals in this match.

Yes 3rd goal has come up from E Elmas to Napoli. Yes its his 4th Goal in 6 matches. The pass directly came to him and yes he made use of his opportunity. Just got the ball on his right leg and yes hit to goal with his left leg. Was quick and stunning to watch. His second goal in this match. Adam as well had a fine shot to the goal. Napoli is leading now. Just few minutes away. Hope Napoli holds its lead today.

[judas]

Napoli - Leicester game is going on just superbly. Napoli got 2-0 ahead first but Leicester made a very nice comeback and brought the score to 2-2. But still, Napoli got ahead by 3-2 again. And as Spartak Moscow are also 1-0 ahead against Legia away, Leicester will lose their place and be out of this tournament. We will continue to watch them in the Europa Conference League. I wonder if Leicester will manage to upset Napoli. Even drawing with Napoli will be enough for them.

[cryptofrka]

West Ham really came through, their lineup is full of players I never even heard of before. A logical move by Moyes, but Dinamo still has to do its part.
I feel much more confident now though, a draw is enough for us and if we don't get it against such a team, we don't deserve to go through anyway.

Leicester is out after losing to Napoli, but the real drama happened in Poland. Legia had a penalty in the 98th minute put Pekhart missed - if he scored Spartak would not have gone through.

[Alisha-k]

Today is a big day for Leicester and Napoli. We see them fighting for their way to the next round of the tournament. Leicester are in a little better situation as they are the leader and one point ahead. Leicester must keep their big advantage by not losing this game. Because it is going to be enough for them as they would end this stage at the second position in the worst case. And I think they will succeed in this.

It will be tough for Leicester to keep that spot in Napoli since Napoli is in very good form and I am sure they will score a couple of goals on their own turf. Leicester will have to match them in order to progress so my bet goes on goals, more specifically on both to score.

Could be a lot of strange results in other games since lot of teams are playing for nothing. Maybe goals could be good bets but I will skip them, no luck for me in Europa League usually so just picking one game for now.

Leicester made good performances today. There able to stress Napoli to an extent although the lost but the goal difference wasn't too bad and they was no chance for Napoli to oppress Leicester  even though they were better but we're unable to do much as Leicester created chances also to win

[Smartvirus]

West Ham really came through, their lineup is full of players I never even heard of before. A logical move by Moyes, but Dinamo still has to do its part.
I feel much more confident now though, a draw is enough for us and if we don't get it against such a team, we don't deserve to go through anyway.

Leicester is out after losing to Napoli, but the real drama happened in Poland. Legia had a penalty in the 98th minute put Pekhart missed - if he scored Spartak would not have gone through.

West Ham United is already top of the group. It creates an opportunity for the manager to try new players and test out strategies that could be vital in other games too. Let alone, giving other players on the bench some play time and a sense of importance as part of a team. Though as it is now, Dinamo Zagreb have capitalised on the opportunity presented by this vacuum and have earned themselves a goal. Perhaps they could make it 2 goals before any tactical changes come into play.
Leicester on the other hand is out of the league with this loose, though they delivered a beautiful performance but, it wasn't enough to undo Napoli.

[Pulsar77]

Leicester couldn't benefit from their last opportunity to stay in the EL as they lost to Napoli by 3-2 in the away game. It was a very competitive game though and Napoli became victorious. Leicester gave a big hope to their fans after turning the game around and equalizing the score. But they still couldn't prevent Napoli from scoring the third goal and finishing the job. If Legia didn't miss the penalty in the last minute, we would have seen Leicester in the next round and S. Moscow out of this tournament.

[icopress]

Tricky matches to predict in Europa league and I expect to see some surprise results.
West Ham secured first place in their group and they are coming out with mixed squad resting out many players, so we can see draw or even away win for Dinamo Zagreb.

This is what I was afraid of ... because in my last multi bet I turned on West Ham before I saw the line-up for the game (this was a necessary measure since the game with Napoli was a couple of hours earlier). And now, after the first half, Dinamo Zagreb is leading by one goal, damn it even Saïd Benrahma is on the bench. In short, I am now a little upset, because knowing West Ham that in its more than a century history has won only one trophy, the thought came to me that United will play with their main team (after all, in the Premier League, they have not so difficult opponents in the next round).