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

[Lordhermes]

There are three days to go for the rematch in Napoli's stadium. In the first leg, Barcelona played really effectively but it didn't result in a victory for them. Napoli got ahead first and Barcelona ended the game by scoring the equalizer. Napoli are keeping their advantage for now but they wouldn't be too comfortable already. Because they must be aware that Barcelona are performing impressively these days. And if they play like they played against Valencia in the La Liga last, then they are very likely to eliminate Napoli.

after hearing the news that Garcia might not be able to play in the second LEG against Napoli I was worried that the barca defense would be very weak

Xavi must have a good strategy against Napoli, especially when facing the Napoli strikers who are famous for being very sharp when playing at home

Xavi knows how to use his players well against smaller teams or bigger teams.Playing against Napoli will be a very tough one,but they just need to keep their head straight and focus on only winning as they did against Valencia over the weekend.

Napoli is a very strong team,and for Barcelona to win them,they really need to belt up and play with team spirit.

[AndySt]

There are three days to go for the rematch in Napoli's stadium. In the first leg, Barcelona played really effectively but it didn't result in a victory for them. Napoli got ahead first and Barcelona ended the game by scoring the equalizer. Napoli are keeping their advantage for now but they wouldn't be too comfortable already. Because they must be aware that Barcelona are performing impressively these days. And if they play like they played against Valencia in the La Liga last, then they are very likely to eliminate Napoli.

Pardon me, but in what sense does Napoli retain its advantage? Wasn't the away goal rule abolished a long time ago, the result is a draw as we see it, or is it still the rule in the Europa League? Barcelona's last game in La Liga showed just how much form they are gaining, with rookie Barcelona also scoring three goals (Aubameyang).

The only advantage of Napoli is that the match will take place at its home stadium in Naples and indeed the away goal advantage rule has already been canceled and it's time to stop paying attention to it. Someone regrets the abolition of this rule, someone on the contrary is happy about it, but personally I am neutral about it. However, I am rather positive about the abolition of this rule, because this rather artificial rule has ruined the lives and nerves of a lot of teams and fans. On the other hand, perhaps thanks to this controversial rule, fewer confrontations were solved thanks to a series of penalty shootouts, this lottery of modern football.

[Newlifebtc]

I'll go ahead playing Barcelona to qualify inmy bet slip.
Napoli did not get a great game tonight, what a disappointed night.
I know Barcelona will see them off the Europa league competition

[blue Snow]

after hearing the news that Garcia might not be able to play in the second LEG against Napoli I was worried that the barca defense would be very weak

Xavi must have a good strategy against Napoli, especially when facing the Napoli strikers who are famous for being very sharp when playing at home

Do not worry, I see them very confident after beating Valencia 1-4. Garcia's sacrifice was rewarded by hat-trick Aubameyang which means their strategy is going well even the next game is the strong team from Serie A. in the last 3 matches Napoli is never won, almost the same with Barcelona but, the last big win brings enough motivation and begin to confidently implement the tiki-taka strategy.

[joker_josue]

Do not worry, I see them very confident after beating Valencia 1-4. Garcia's sacrifice was rewarded by hat-trick Aubameyang which means their strategy is going well even the next game is the strong team from Serie A. in the last 3 matches Napoli is never won, almost the same with Barcelona but, the last big win brings enough motivation and begin to confidently implement the tiki-taka strategy.

The tiki-taka game strategy is not from Barcelona, but from Gardiola. Many tried to implement and failed. And that is in part Barcelona's problem, insisting on continuing to use this strategy, which is that of a coach. They have to create their own style, suitable for the squad they have, and not try to imitate what they did with another coach.

[jakdanyel]

I'm focused on the Napoli v Barcelona match two days later and I'm looking forward to watching it. I expect the rematch to be even more exciting than the previous one. Barcelona are going there by an improved morale now and they are favoured here by bookmakers also. But there is only a slight odd difference between Napoli and Barcelona. I believe that Barcelona are powerful enough to beat Napoli in this match but it might not be in ninety minutes too. Napoli are a very durable team and they wouldn't give up on the match easily. But I'll be favouring Barcelona to win this.

[Juggy777]

I'm focused on the Napoli v Barcelona match two days later and I'm looking forward to watching it. I expect the rematch to be even more exciting than the previous one. Barcelona are going there by an improved morale now and they are favoured here by bookmakers also. But there is only a slight odd difference between Napoli and Barcelona. I believe that Barcelona are powerful enough to beat Napoli in this match but it might not be in ninety minutes too. Napoli are a very durable team and they wouldn't give up on the match easily. But I'll be favouring Barcelona to win this.

@jakdanyel I’m sure all Barcelona fans are thinking the same name Auba, and they very well know that if he’s wearing those goal scoring boots on then a victory for them is guaranteed. Lastly Napoli’s only hope would be that their defence holds strong and manages to contain Auba, but I personally feel that it’ll be very difficult to stop him from scoring and securing Barcelona’s victory.

[1kodumtek7]

Whether it is difficult or not, I still believe in Barcelona to advance to the next round in the tournament. Their recent effort has been promising and they can move Napoli out of their way too if they reflect this effort on this match too. Napoli are a solid team and they will do their best to finish the job in Italy. But I don't believe that they are stronger than Barcelona offensively now. If Barcelona keep the match under control, then they can get a win here this time.

[darxiaomi]

One fact that you seem you dont know was, Napoli has never been disqualified after draw the first game outside his home pitch.
Yes its only a fact but, you know history and stadistic made a part in the equation.

Barcelona its improving but lets see how this can be.
Strange thing. Barcelona - Napoli the two really teams of Maradona never have a leg between, and after his dead they have one in one strange season, Barcelona being disqualified from UCL and Napoli strugling to pass the group stage.

[Jackl87]

honestly I don't see barcelona winning the Europa League, that's because they are still not well and there are better teams in the Europa League that can win and I think that on the 2nd, napoli will beat barcelona, ​​napoli needs to improve their defense a little more them to be able to beat barcelona more comfortably, it won't be an easy game if they don't have good defense, while barcelona don't have good defense and they make disastrous mistakes when they have the advantage, that's why I believe napoli will win

I agree. Barcelona will not make additional efforts to try to win the Europa League, the focus will continue to be on improving their ranking in the Spanish league. Also, looking at all the clubs that are in the Europa League, there are several that are playing much better than Barcelona this season. That's why I don't see Barcelona reaching the final.

I am not so sure about Barca not trying eveything to win the Europa League. I mean they have more than 1,3 Billion € of debts so they desperately need every € that they can make in this european cup. I just did a little research and the winner of the Europa League earned 15,7 Million € of prize money back in 2016 (in the Champions League it's 57,2 Million €) and in addition to that they also got a share of the 160 Million € market pool (CL: more than 500 M€). Given the fact that those numbers are 5 years old i would guess that Barca could earn easily more than 25 Million € if they are able to win the Europa League and i also think they can not afford to give up that title already because they desperately need that money.

[ropyu1978]

There are three days to go for the rematch in Napoli's stadium. In the first leg, Barcelona played really effectively but it didn't result in a victory for them. Napoli got ahead first and Barcelona ended the game by scoring the equalizer. Napoli are keeping their advantage for now but they wouldn't be too comfortable already. Because they must be aware that Barcelona are performing impressively these days. And if they play like they played against Valencia in the La Liga last, then they are very likely to eliminate Napoli.

If you look at the performance of Barcelona playing in the first leg at home, it is most likely that Barca can win the match in the second leg later, but Napoli tomorrow will play at their own home, for sure they will be more confident, Barca must field abumayeng and adama Toure since kick off, because their performance is good, they are also playing well, my prediction is Napoli vs Barca score, 1-2 for Barca win..

[Mamun74]

Barcelona played really their old version and they played really well Against Valencia. Barcelona won this match 4-1.I think it will be confident them.Adama and Aubameyang played good and their performance well.I hope two great player will be play start xi Against Atalanta. Both team are strong but i hope Barcelona will win this match against Atalanta.

[Doell]

Whether it is difficult or not, I still believe in Barcelona to advance to the next round in the tournament. Their recent effort has been promising and they can move Napoli out of their way too if they reflect this effort on this match too. Napoli are a solid team and they will do their best to finish the job in Italy. But I don't believe that they are stronger than Barcelona offensively now. If Barcelona keep the match under control, then they can get a win here this time.

A match awaited with a lot of speculation, Napoli will look defensive if look at the performance of Barcelona team in the last match. Aubameyang will be heavily guarded and it might be difficult to move, I wonder what strategy Xavi will use in this match considering their first match with a draw, I think hard to predict this match.

[rby]

Whether it is difficult or not, I still believe in Barcelona to advance to the next round in the tournament. Their recent effort has been promising and they can move Napoli out of their way too if they reflect this effort on this match too. Napoli are a solid team and they will do their best to finish the job in Italy. But I don't believe that they are stronger than Barcelona offensively now. If Barcelona keep the match under control, then they can get a win here this time.

A match awaited with a lot of speculation, Napoli will look defensive if look at the performance of Barcelona team in the last match. Aubameyang will be heavily guarded and it might be difficult to move, I wonder what strategy Xavi will use in this match considering their first match with a draw, I think hard to predict this match.

I have the believe in Barcelona that if they are ready and they are willing to win Napoli that they can do it. Napoli is a club that is doing well but they are facing some pressure or challenges in their league. They are at the third place and they also has the chance to win the title. If they give much attention to the league they may find it difficult to win Barcelona. But when you look at Barcelona you will know that the only important title they have chances of winning is europa and if they miss it, their name will go down the more.

[hahay]

Whether it is difficult or not, I still believe in Barcelona to advance to the next round in the tournament. Their recent effort has been promising and they can move Napoli out of their way too if they reflect this effort on this match too. Napoli are a solid team and they will do their best to finish the job in Italy. But I don't believe that they are stronger than Barcelona offensively now. If Barcelona keep the match under control, then they can get a win here this time.

A match awaited with a lot of speculation, Napoli will look defensive if look at the performance of Barcelona team in the last match. Aubameyang will be heavily guarded and it might be difficult to move, I wonder what strategy Xavi will use in this match considering their first match with a draw, I think hard to predict this match.

I have the believe in Barcelona that if they are ready and they are willing to win Napoli that they can do it. Napoli is a club that is doing well but they are facing some pressure or challenges in their league. They are at the third place and they also has the chance to win the title. If they give much attention to the league they may find it difficult to win Barcelona. But when you look at Barcelona you will know that the only important title they have chances of winning is europa and if they miss it, their name will go down the more.

Winning and losing is a natural thing and also, in yesterday's first leg if Barcelona had players with accurate finishing then of course Barcelona won in yesterday's first leg. I saw this match and also, you can see in the statistics that Barcelona is very good at goal attempts but unfortunately, the finishing is not so good. With a record like this if it's not resolved quickly, then I'm sure Barcelona will be eliminated but if Xavi can overcome this problem quickly then Barcelona will definitely win and it won't be easy.

[KTChampions]

Until Barcelona equalized from a penalty kick (which was highly dubious) they were losing the game in every way. The penalty broke Napoli's game, but even so, Barcelona could not win (by the way, Napoli also had dangerous moments and could come out ahead again). Now before the final match Napoli are the favourites, but in my opinion they are still very much underestimated:

2,50 - 3,50 - 2,80

I see that the latest results have led to a sharp change in the quotes of the teams and now Barcelona is the favourite:

2,80 - 3,50 - 2,55

For me, these are obviously distorted odds and an easy bet on Napoli. The crowd, as always, is emotional and draws conclusions from meaningless individual events. After the match with Napoli, Barcelona will most likely be underestimated as the emotional pendulum will swing in the other direction.

[lulumiya]

Barcelona won't have an easy job to do in the rematch that is seen clearly now. Maybe Barcelona are seen as the favourite by bookmakers now but this doesn't prove anything yet. We can see every kind of a result here. But I'm confident that this won't end in ninety minutes. Maybe we can see it ending by 1-1 and start watching the extra time after that. And this is likely to end by penalty shoot-outs too. I don't see any side being highly overwhelming the other in short. But my heart is with Barcelona to win.

[kro55]

Barcelona won't have an easy job to do in the rematch that is seen clearly now. Maybe Barcelona are seen as the favourite by bookmakers now but this doesn't prove anything yet. We can see every kind of a result here. But I'm confident that this won't end in ninety minutes. Maybe we can see it ending by 1-1 and start watching the extra time after that. And this is likely to end by penalty shoot-outs too. I don't see any side being highly overwhelming the other in short. But my heart is with Barcelona to win.

Bookmakers may be considering Barcelona as favorites, their gameplay is good enough. Yet I cannot rely on this team. Now they are not stable. Their performance is not regular. However, in the first leg, Barcelona played a great game against Napoli. Napoli's performance was poor. The second leg If Napoli fails to improve their performance then they will be defeated. Because Barcelona is getting stronger day by day

[borovichok]

I think the second leg between Barcelona and Napoli will be very tough match,the Italian side will be coming with all they got and they also have added advantage of playing at their home soil but I still take Barcelona will pass through because of experience and knowledge of Europe competition than the Italian side who has not won Europe title for very long time,and they also have a very top striker in their rank who has lot to prove now in Aubameyang and he is in top form, so I will go with 1-3 scoreline in Barcelona favour.

[RealMalatesta]

after hearing the news that Garcia might not be able to play in the second LEG against Napoli I was worried that the barca defense would be very weak

Xavi must have a good strategy against Napoli, especially when facing the Napoli strikers who are famous for being very sharp when playing at home

Do not worry, I see them very confident after beating Valencia 1-4. Garcia's sacrifice was rewarded by hat-trick Aubameyang which means their strategy is going well even the next game is the strong team from Serie A. in the last 3 matches Napoli is never won, almost the same with Barcelona but, the last big win brings enough motivation and begin to confidently implement the tiki-taka strategy.

Just because they got a win against Valencia this week doesn't mean that they are suddenly a great team. They are doing fine and I believe that they will do even better but at the end of the day we are talking about Napoli here who is fighting for a title in Serie A this year. So, that means Napoli is still a great team and it will still be a very difficult game for Barcelona.

I wouldn't really give the favourites to any team here, I would say that they are as equals as it gets on this game. If you see one team favoured better than the other than I may end up betting on that team instead. Like I wish one team got 4.00 or higher odds, that would be awesome to wager in that case.