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

[jakdanyel]

I think that Leipzig, Atalanta and West Ham are the only teams that can put up a big fight against Barcelona in the Europa League right now. I don't expect Frankfurt to be able to do too big things against Barcelona. Maybe they can keep Barcelona at a favorable level but they wouldn't do much against Barcelona in Camp Nou. And in case Barcelona eliminate Frankfurt, they are going to have matchup against the victor of the West Ham v Lyon one. And most probably, it'd be West Ham.

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[Boristhecat]

I think that Leipzig, Atalanta and West Ham are the only teams that can put up a big fight against Barcelona in the Europa League right now. I don't expect Frankfurt to be able to do too big things against Barcelona. Maybe they can keep Barcelona at a favorable level but they wouldn't do much against Barcelona in Camp Nou. And in case Barcelona eliminate Frankfurt, they are going to have matchup against the victor of the West Ham v Lyon one. And most probably, it'd be West Ham.

Frankfurt, frightened by the latest results of Barcelona, will play in a deep defense and maybe they can repeat the result of Galatasaray - a draw at the Camp Nou. I see that Barcelona play well in "open" football like with Real Madrid, but it is very difficult against teams that park the bus at their penalty area. With good discipline, Frankfurt has a chance to survive until the penalty shoot-out and then the outcome of the confrontation will be determined by chance.

[laurenB7742]

I think that Leipzig, Atalanta and West Ham are the only teams that can put up a big fight against Barcelona in the Europa League right now. I don't expect Frankfurt to be able to do too big things against Barcelona. Maybe they can keep Barcelona at a favorable level but they wouldn't do much against Barcelona in Camp Nou. And in case Barcelona eliminate Frankfurt, they are going to have matchup against the victor of the West Ham v Lyon one. And most probably, it'd be West Ham.

Frankfurt, frightened by the latest results of Barcelona, will play in a deep defense and maybe they can repeat the result of Galatasaray - a draw at the Camp Nou. I see that Barcelona play well in "open" football like with Real Madrid, but it is very difficult against teams that park the bus at their penalty area. With good discipline, Frankfurt has a chance to survive until the penalty shoot-out and then the outcome of the confrontation will be determined by chance.

As Barcelona are now in form, they will have a win against Frankfurt unless there is an accident. I know Frankfurt are not a weak team. And in the home match they will definitely want to play well against Barcelona. So winning this match is very difficult for Barcelona. However, since the players are in good form now, they will definitely play hard to win this match.

[skarais]

We can't doubt Barcelona experience in winning the Champions League, even though the European League may be in the second tier of European competition, I don't think Barcelona will waste the trophy as an offering to their loyal fans at the end of the season, now the European League trophy is one the only realistic trophy they can get, although there are still many teams left, but I think Barcelona have a great chance to win the European league, moreover they get an opponent who can be considered quite weak in the quarter-finals, so making it easier for Barcelona to become champions of the European league season 2021/ 22.

It is true that only the Europa League title seems realistic to hope for for Barcelona. But when you talk about winning it Barcelona should at least make sure they reach the final which means there are two other teams they have to beat in the quarter-finals and the semi-finals.

In the quarter-finals I hope Barcelona don't underestimate Eintracht Frankfurt even though on paper Barcelona are superior in quality. Barcelona must focus on winning games and qualifying for the semi-finals so we can expect the Europa League title for them this season. For now, Barcelona have enough time to prepare their players for the match because the first leg will be played on April 8, my country time.

[savetheFORUM]

The bookies are choosing the Leipzig team in this match because Atlanta has now lost their rhythm. They are somewhat off form. Leipzig, on the other hand, is relatively stable. They have been able to play consistently well. Moreover, it is Leipzig's home match. Of course, they do not want to lose points in the home match. So my Leipzig in this match. My guess is Leipzig will win 2-1.

RB Leipzig are favorite to win Atalanta. I have already placed my bet on Leipzig to win Atalanta. The match is in favour of Leipzig because Atalanta have been struggling to win in their league game. There's every possibilities for Leipzig to qualify for the next round, because they will be hosting Atalanta at the red bull stadium, it's a home advantage for them. I guess, Atalanta would aimed for a draw in the first leg, while Leipzig would pursue a winning in the game.

RB Leipzig is favourite for this because it is first tie between these two clubs with current form is also favouring Leipzig at home they have very good record.

Atlanta is having bad time after very good season suddenly they lost their rhythm and now slipping badly in Serie A table from third spot to sixth just because of this now bookmakers having Leipzig as hot favourite for this match but most chances we will have very entertaining match between these two clubs Atlanta has never been easy team for any match as watch them in last round against another German giant Leverkusen so right now it's just all happening due to their form, but we have to wait for match day which is just two weeks away from now.

[baeva]

No one doubts Barcelona at this time to be able to win the UEFA Europa League because the statistics of the Blaugrana nicknamed Barcelona are very convincing at this time and the UEFA Europa League will be used as Xavi's main trophy target in coaching Barcelona because to be able to return to the UEFA Champions League through La Liga is safe because their position in the standings.

We can't doubt Barcelona experience in winning the Champions League, even though the European League may be in the second tier of European competition, I don't think Barcelona will waste the trophy as an offering to their loyal fans at the end of the season, now the European League trophy is one the only realistic trophy they can get, although there are still many teams left, but I think Barcelona have a great chance to win the European league, moreover they get an opponent who can be considered quite weak in the quarter-finals, so making it easier for Barcelona to become champions of the European league season 2021/ 22.

I agree with you on some points. But there aren't many opponents left, it's the quarter-finals, only three games to win (5 considering the return games). The game against Galatasaray was very technical, Barcelona's first goal was just flawless, so I was rooting for them in the playoffs and will continue to do so. If when they were in 1/16 there were some doubts about winning the Europa League, there are fewer and fewer now

[barbara44]

Isn't it so weird to see Barcelona this way. They were always a great team and nobody even imagined seeing them in the europa, everyone expected them to be out of the group stage in UCL, but with Koeman they became so bad that they really had to change so much, they are still in big financial trouble and even though they were given 70-80 or something million salary budget, they are spending 100+ million more than that.


But at the end of the day, this team recovered so amazingly, beating everyone with 4 goals so frequently that right now we are feeling like watching the old Barcelona aren't we? I mean I certainly am getting the same feeling right now.

[Joca97]

Isn't it so weird to see Barcelona this way. They were always a great team and nobody even imagined seeing them in the europa, everyone expected them to be out of the group stage in UCL, but with Koeman they became so bad that they really had to change so much, they are still in big financial trouble and even though they were given 70-80 or something million salary budget, they are spending 100+ million more than that.


But at the end of the day, this team recovered so amazingly, beating everyone with 4 goals so frequently that right now we are feeling like watching the old Barcelona aren't we? I mean I certainly am getting the same feeling right now.

When Xavi camed to the club everything changed plus after that winter transfer window they got some really amazing players for free that started playing really good in Barcelona. This changed everything in the club and thats why they are playing really good in the europe league and in the laliga now

[yayayo]

Isn't it so weird to see Barcelona this way. They were always a great team and nobody even imagined seeing them in the europa, everyone expected them to be out of the group stage in UCL, but with Koeman they became so bad that they really had to change so much, they are still in big financial trouble and even though they were given 70-80 or something million salary budget, they are spending 100+ million more than that.


But at the end of the day, this team recovered so amazingly, beating everyone with 4 goals so frequently that right now we are feeling like watching the old Barcelona aren't we? I mean I certainly am getting the same feeling right now.

When Xavi camed to the club everything changed plus after that winter transfer window they got some really amazing players for free that started playing really good in Barcelona. This changed everything in the club and thats why they are playing really good in the europe league and in the laliga now

If Barcelona continue to play like they've been doing lately, they'll be a huge favorite for me to win the Europa League. There are still a few teams active that are also doing well, but normally nobody can come close to Barcelona. We have to be careful that Barcelona don't have a breakdown, but I don't see that happening any time soon under Xavi. And hope there are no more serious injuries. In any case, they have enough time to focus on the upcoming games against Frankfurt.

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[Jasad]

If Barcelona continue to play like they've been doing lately, they'll be a huge favorite for me to win the Europa League. There are still a few teams active that are also doing well, but normally nobody can come close to Barcelona. We have to be careful that Barcelona don't have a breakdown, but I don't see that happening any time soon under Xavi. And hope there are no more serious injuries. In any case, they have enough time to focus on the upcoming games against Frankfurt.

But could Barcelona keep consistent on top perform? but Barcelona faced difficult on UEFA Europe League last round 1st leg against with Galatasaray as home match just draw 0-0 before success winning on 2nd leg with score 2-1, hard for achieve winning on 2nd leg because ever loss 1-0 first before Barcelona success make two goals. I think Barcelona still can't keep consistent with easy winning on every match and against with Frankfurt will know keep continue with consistent performance or not.

[Sebas.tian]

I think that Leipzig, Atalanta and West Ham are the only teams that can put up a big fight against Barcelona in the Europa League right now. I don't expect Frankfurt to be able to do too big things against Barcelona. Maybe they can keep Barcelona at a favorable level but they wouldn't do much against Barcelona in Camp Nou. And in case Barcelona eliminate Frankfurt, they are going to have matchup against the victor of the West Ham v Lyon one. And most probably, it'd be West Ham.

Yes, those three teams are really doing well in this tournament to put up a big fight against Barcelona in this season. According to their past record in this tournament, show that Atalanta is the only team that can eliminate Barcelona to achieve the title because they understood all the Barcelona strategies. It will be difficult for West Ham to defeat Barcelona because Barcelona players are fully ready to win all their matches 4:1 like the way they eliminated  real Madrid in their last match. At this stage, Barcelona will not allow any team to defeat them than to win them or draw because their coach is fully ready to achieve this year Europa league champion title.

[Lafu]

But could Barcelona keep consistent on top perform? but Barcelona faced difficult on UEFA Europe League last round 1st leg against with Galatasaray as home match just draw 0-0 before success winning on 2nd leg with score 2-1, hard for achieve winning on 2nd leg because ever loss 1-0 first before Barcelona success make two goals. I think Barcelona still can't keep consistent with easy winning on every match and against with Frankfurt will know keep continue with consistent performance or not.

I really cant say how Barcelona will be doing in the Europe League against Frankfurt as they sometimes in there league losing against Teams you dont expect,
and then they win against Real with a very good playing . It will be not an easy match against Frankfurt .
I hope that Frankfurt will make a draw or even better will win this game .

[Minor Miner]

But could Barcelona keep consistent on top perform? but Barcelona faced difficult on UEFA Europe League last round 1st leg against with Galatasaray as home match just draw 0-0 before success winning on 2nd leg with score 2-1, hard for achieve winning on 2nd leg because ever loss 1-0 first before Barcelona success make two goals. I think Barcelona still can't keep consistent with easy winning on every match and against with Frankfurt will know keep continue with consistent performance or not.

I really cant say how Barcelona will be doing in the Europe League against Frankfurt as they sometimes in there league losing against Teams you dont expect,
and then they win against Real with a very good playing . It will be not an easy match against Frankfurt .
I hope that Frankfurt will make a draw or even better will win this game .

Barcelona will not have a problem winning against Frankfurt if they do not have a sudden fall in rhythm as they are now. I saw Barcelona's performance against Real Madrid. Not only did they win that, but their gameplay was also awesome. They played very well. They will apply the same strategy against Frankfurt. And since the confidence of the players in the squad is high now, it looks like Barcelona will win this match.

[bounceback]

But could Barcelona keep consistent on top perform? but Barcelona faced difficult on UEFA Europe League last round 1st leg against with Galatasaray as home match just draw 0-0 before success winning on 2nd leg with score 2-1, hard for achieve winning on 2nd leg because ever loss 1-0 first before Barcelona success make two goals. I think Barcelona still can't keep consistent with easy winning on every match and against with Frankfurt will know keep continue with consistent performance or not.

I really cant say how Barcelona will be doing in the Europe League against Frankfurt as they sometimes in there league losing against Teams you dont expect,
and then they win against Real with a very good playing . It will be not an easy match against Frankfurt .
I hope that Frankfurt will make a draw or even better will win this game .

Barcelona will not have a problem winning against Frankfurt if they do not have a sudden fall in rhythm as they are now. I saw Barcelona's performance against Real Madrid. Not only did they win that, but their gameplay was also awesome. They played very well. They will apply the same strategy against Frankfurt. And since the confidence of the players in the squad is high now, it looks like Barcelona will win this match.

In the domestic league the Frankfurt team they played not very consistently, but in the UEFA League they played more consistently which was able to get them through to the quarter-finals after beating their opponents Real Betis, although the Frankfurt team might not be too difficult to beat by Barcelona but they have to be wary of the Frankfurt team because if the Frankfurt players can create many chances it will be difficult for the Barcelona team.

[fzkto]

Right now, I can't name anyone who could compete with Barcelona for the Europa League title. Maybe Leipzig or West Ham, but Barcelona look much stronger, especially now that they have started to play much better, Xavi has been able to set up the team's game. Barcelona should have stayed in the Champions League, but they had problems then. Now those problems are gone, but unfortunately they got into the Europa League, so they will be winners here.

[zaim7413]

Right now, I can't name anyone who could compete with Barcelona for the Europa League title. Maybe Leipzig or West Ham, but Barcelona look much stronger, especially now that they have started to play much better, Xavi has been able to set up the team's game. Barcelona should have stayed in the Champions League, but they had problems then. Now those problems are gone, but unfortunately they got into the Europa League, so they will be winners here.

If I may assume, maybe Barcelona will still survive in the Champions League if Barcelona officials quickly bring Xavi back to Camp Nou. As long as Xavi replaced Ronald Koeman, Barcelona underwent a major change. Xavi was able to revive the passion of Barcelona players who had fallen during the leadership of Ronald Koeman. Barcelona still has hope of getting the Cup in European competition this season, although not the Champions League but the Europa League trophy can heal the wounds Barcelona suffered at the start of the season.

[Uang_kartal]

Right now, I can't name anyone who could compete with Barcelona for the Europa League title. Maybe Leipzig or West Ham, but Barcelona look much stronger, especially now that they have started to play much better, Xavi has been able to set up the team's game. Barcelona should have stayed in the Champions League, but they had problems then. Now those problems are gone, but unfortunately they got into the Europa League, so they will be winners here.

If I may assume, maybe Barcelona will still survive in the Champions League if Barcelona officials quickly bring Xavi back to Camp Nou. As long as Xavi replaced Ronald Koeman, Barcelona underwent a major change. Xavi was able to revive the passion of Barcelona players who had fallen during the leadership of Ronald Koeman. Barcelona still has hope of getting the Cup in European competition this season, although not the Champions League but the Europa League trophy can heal the wounds Barcelona suffered at the start of the season.

I understand that you all watched for a long time Xavi's actions as a reserve coach at that time, and left quite good from the strategy he used, I agree with you Xavi will give a new color and make Barcelona fast in changing the reputation of the poor season in the past, it's time for the european league to prove it. we know headquarters will see how Barcelona survive in dismantling the pairs of team personnel. I think the old coach even had time to give color, especially to the old players.
I read their history with some of the results at that time,here

[Lantind]

If I may assume, maybe Barcelona will still survive in the Champions League if Barcelona officials quickly bring Xavi back to Camp Nou. As long as Xavi replaced Ronald Koeman, Barcelona underwent a major change. Xavi was able to revive the passion of Barcelona players who had fallen during the leadership of Ronald Koeman. Barcelona still has hope of getting the Cup in European competition this season, although not the Champions League but the Europa League trophy can heal the wounds Barcelona suffered at the start of the season.

The coach is a very important thing in a club and I agree with the assumptions you give because Barcelona did look really bad when they were under Ronald Koeman, but when Xavi had become Ronald Koeman's replacement, Barcelona's performance began to show again in their own league in this season.

[xmonkeyx]

If I may assume, maybe Barcelona will still survive in the Champions League if Barcelona officials quickly bring Xavi back to Camp Nou. As long as Xavi replaced Ronald Koeman, Barcelona underwent a major change. Xavi was able to revive the passion of Barcelona players who had fallen during the leadership of Ronald Koeman. Barcelona still has hope of getting the Cup in European competition this season, although not the Champions League but the Europa League trophy can heal the wounds Barcelona suffered at the start of the season.

The coach is a very important thing in a club and I agree with the assumptions you give because Barcelona did look really bad when they were under Ronald Koeman, but when Xavi had become Ronald Koeman's replacement, Barcelona's performance began to show again in their own league in this season.

it is very evident from the results they get today, after the arrival of coach Xavi and the arrival of several new players such as Adama Traore and also Aubameyang made Barcelona very productive in scoring goals, if they are able to maintain this good performance it is very likely they will win the Europa League this season.

[Lordhermes]

If I may assume, maybe Barcelona will still survive in the Champions League if Barcelona officials quickly bring Xavi back to Camp Nou. As long as Xavi replaced Ronald Koeman, Barcelona underwent a major change. Xavi was able to revive the passion of Barcelona players who had fallen during the leadership of Ronald Koeman. Barcelona still has hope of getting the Cup in European competition this season, although not the Champions League but the Europa League trophy can heal the wounds Barcelona suffered at the start of the season.

The coach is a very important thing in a club and I agree with the assumptions you give because Barcelona did look really bad when they were under Ronald Koeman, but when Xavi had become Ronald Koeman's replacement, Barcelona's performance began to show again in their own league in this season.

The impact of coaches on players is very important in every team,taking a look at Liverpool for example,when Jorgen Klopp had not come to the team,Liverpool could not even finish in the top 6,but Jorgen Klopp came to change every thing,he changed their playing pattern,their formation,and their mentality,and ever since that year,Liverpool has been one of the best teams in Europe.So managers in a team has something to do about the team,but the first thing to always work on as a manager is their playing mentality.