⚽UEFA Champions League Discussion Thread -- 2021/22 winner - Real Madrid!

[Sterbens]

Villareal did win against Juventus but they won't be able to win against Bayern Munich. I'm quite sure about it. Villareal did show great performance against Juventus but I also think it is quite stupid to compare Juventus with Bayern Munich.

And Bayern Munich is always multiple steps ahead of Villarreal. I really don't think that Villareal has any chances against Bayern Munich. Unless of course, Bayern Munich has one of their rare bad days.

Bayern Munich is a dangerous club that has a very unique level of play. In addition to being fast, agile and having a level of sharpness in attack, Bayern Munich is more dominant to bet than Juventus. For some reason Bayern Munich's attacking style is very sharp, look when the collaboration of Muller, Lewandowski and Kingsley looks beautiful.

[LittleBitFunny]

Benfica Vs Liverpool
Liverpool is one of the teams I probably admired this season. Because their players always cooperate very well in their matches. Also, they are really doing greatly in both the Champions League and their League (Premier League). While,  Benfica is also not a weak team, they managed to win Ajax and got qualified to Quarter finals. But honestly, I think Liverpool are likely to win this match. Because, in term of squad strength, Liverpool have a more stable squad compared to Benfica. What do you think?

Liverpool is a big name in the Champions league, everyone is afraid of the name Liverpool. Even if you are not afraid of Liverpool outside stadiums but you cannot afford not to be afraid of Liverpool in Anfield. The capacity of Anfield, the fan base and history of the Anfield cannot be overlooked by anyone.
Liverpool as a club has a very good team in the person of Klopp, the man had really transformed the club. The players are in good form and have great players. These players have been so consistent for past years, especially Mane, Salah and Firmino. In as much as the players and coach is still available, they most surely do what they are known for doing. So, they will surely beat Benfica home and away.

Liverpool is obviously a great team and under current circumstances, they are a better team and all the other teams should really be fearful about them. They are performing really well in both the Premier League and the Champions League. And the way they are playing right now I don't expect them to lose any time soon. But I really think Liverpool should hold on to Muhammad Salah because he has been a great asset for them.

[Maidak]

Villareal did win against Juventus but they won't be able to win against Bayern Munich. I'm quite sure about it. Villareal did show great performance against Juventus but I also think it is quite stupid to compare Juventus with Bayern Munich.
And Bayern Munich is always multiple steps ahead of Villarreal. I really don't think that Villareal has any chances against Bayern Munich. Unless of course, Bayern Munich has one of their rare bad days.

Bayern Munich is a dangerous club that has a very unique level of play. In addition to being fast, agile and having a level of sharpness in attack, Bayern Munich is more dominant to bet than Juventus. For some reason Bayern Munich's attacking style is very sharp, look when the collaboration of Muller, Lewandowski and Kingsley looks beautiful.

Bayern Munich is obviously the better team in comparison to Juventus. Even though in recent times they have performed quite average and deed dropped points in the Bundesliga but I still think that they are a force to be reckoned with and it is going to be easy went for them. I really don't expect much from Villarreal in this match because even if I see this match ending in a draw I am going to lose my mind.

[Minecache]

The fact that the first match will be home for them, on the contrary, is rather a weakness for them. Even being a great optimist, it is difficult to count on a victory in Liverpool, so it is necessary to resolve the issue in our favor at home. But Liverpool love an open game, so if Benfica is too aggressive they will easily punish them and then the very first match (if Liverpool win it big) will ruin Benfica's hopes of reaching the next round. It seems to me that Benfica is now under great psychological pressure from the realization of this fact.

We are now in the round of the last 8 in the Champions League, which is the biggest, hardest and most important club competition in football in the world, therefore i think it is safe to say that there are no more opponents left that should be taken to lightly. That being said i still think that Liverpool was very lucky with the draft because it is still a big difference if you have to face Benfica Lissabon as your opponent or for example, Manchester City, Real Madrid or Bayern Munich. If Liverpool is able to reach around 90% of their possible performance level then i think that there is not much that Benfica can do to advance into the next round.

Yes, I agree, Liverpool's playstyle is now very well organized, and the way Liverpool is playing right now I don't think they are going to lose in that match. Liverpool is playing really fearless football at the moment. Even though a lot of people are still thinking about some potential outcome in favor of Benfica I really don't think anything like that is going to happen.

Liverpool is surely going to come out as the winners of this match and it will be really unbelievable if anything otherwise happens.

[KTChampions]

The fact that the first match will be home for them, on the contrary, is rather a weakness for them. Even being a great optimist, it is difficult to count on a victory in Liverpool, so it is necessary to resolve the issue in our favor at home. But Liverpool love an open game, so if Benfica is too aggressive they will easily punish them and then the very first match (if Liverpool win it big) will ruin Benfica's hopes of reaching the next round. It seems to me that Benfica is now under great psychological pressure from the realization of this fact.

We are now in the round of the last 8 in the Champions League, which is the biggest, hardest and most important club competition in football in the world, therefore i think it is safe to say that there are no more opponents left that should be taken to lightly. That being said i still think that Liverpool was very lucky with the draft because it is still a big difference if you have to face Benfica Lissabon as your opponent or for example, Manchester City, Real Madrid or Bayern Munich. If Liverpool is able to reach around 90% of their possible performance level then i think that there is not much that Benfica can do to advance into the next round.

You contradict yourself a little 
Of course, at this stage there are no longer "easy" commands, but as you write correctly, there are complex options and there are simpler ones. I think that Liverpool got an easier option and therefore they have a certain advantage over City in the upcoming confrontation. If Atlético in the first match will defend at least a draw, then Liverpool, it seems to me, from a position of strength, will have to beat City. Because, willy-nilly, having received a neutral result before a trip to Madrid, City will be forced to concentrate on the Champions League match, and play the game with Liverpool in an economical mode.

[Pulsar77]

Villarreal - Bayern Munich matchup can still be quite interesting especially in the first leg I believe. Of course, there is a big interval between these teams in terms of strength first of all. Bayern Munich should really be able to crush them in Allianz Arena normally. But as we saw Villarreal getting a shocking result against a very tough opponent like Juventus, I wonder what they can do in this matchup too. Maybe they won't lose the game in Spain. I expect a draw like 1-1 or 2-2 there.

[SatoPrincess]

Benfica Vs Liverpool

Liverpool is one of the teams I probably admired this season. Because their players always cooperate very well in their matches. Also, they are really doing greatly in both the Champions League and their League (Premier League). While,  Benfica is also not a weak team, they managed to win Ajax and got qualified to Quarter finals. But honestly, I think Liverpool are likely to win this match. Because, in term of squad strength, Liverpool have a more stable squad compared to Benfica. What do you think?

Liverpool is a big name in the Champions league, everyone is afraid of the name Liverpool. Even if you are not afraid of Liverpool outside stadiums but you cannot afford not to be afraid of Liverpool in Anfield. The capacity of Anfield, the fan base and history of the Anfield cannot be overlooked by anyone.

Liverpool as a club has a very good team in the person of Klopp, the man had really transformed the club. The players are in good form and have great players. These players have been so consistent for past years, especially Mane, Salah and Firmino. In as much as the players and coach is still available, they most surely do what they are known for doing. So, they will surely beat Benfica home and away.

This Liverpool side is terrific with the likes of exceptional Mane and Salah leading the line upfront and they have a pretty solid defense. It is worthy to note that the last two times Liverpool have faced Benfica in the Champions League, they ended up winning it. Football neutrals would love to see Benfica knock out Liverpool, it would be a good fairytale but for that to happen they will hope Liverpool are so bad and luck is on favor to convert any chance against them.

[Odusko]

UEFA Champions League will see the top 4 teams in the premier league contending for the cup and Liverpool and man city are top-notch in the round.

[dezoel]

Liverpool are having another solid season now in the English Premier League and Champions League both. And they would definitely like to achieve both titles too. But it is not going to be comfortable for them either. However in this round, Benfica are not a big threat to Liverpool. I know how Benfica managed to eliminate Ajax despite showing a poor performance in general. But this doesn't work every time. You can't eliminate every team by having a poor effort. Liverpool are a merciless team in this kind of situations and I believe they will destroy Benfica in the first leg already.

Have different performance between Benfica and Liverpool on each domestic league, actually Benfica is not have chance for domestic league winner with inconsistent performance and behind 12 points from 1st standing FC Porto, have different thing with Liverpool on domestic league still have chance for the winner behind 1 points from Manchester City as leader standing position. I think on champion league Liverpool as favorite team to defeat Benfica on quarter final and I think have chance for Liverpool could winning between 1st and 2nd leg.

The biggest difference is that Benfica is not even in a great league like LFC is, Liverpool is just one points behind City in premier league, the biggest league in the world right now probably. So, when we are talking about something that big, it should not be a shock to anyone that Liverpool is seen as a great team not just against Benfica, but probably against any team in the world.

I can't name a single team that would be "dominating" against LFC, and certainly not benfica. LFC will easily beat benfica and go to next stage, it will not take long, the first game will end up with a result so clear cut that the second game will become just a formality.

[ILuckyGuyI]

Benfica are just one of the lucky teams in this round. And they are most likely to be finished by Liverpool too. The Liverpool I have known so far would do the same thing they did against Inter in the first leg. I mean that I will be waiting for Liverpool to beat them up by at least two goals in the first leg of this matchup already. And they would finish them off in Anfield by another comfortable victory. Benfica got very lucky against Ajax maybe but luck can't take you anywhere in a very huge tournament like this one.

[ufaiz50]

Benfica are just one of the lucky teams in this round. And they are most likely to be finished by Liverpool too. The Liverpool I have known so far would do the same thing they did against Inter in the first leg. I mean that I will be waiting for Liverpool to beat them up by at least two goals in the first leg of this matchup already. And they would finish them off in Anfield by another comfortable victory. Benfica got very lucky against Ajax maybe but luck can't take you anywhere in a very huge tournament like this one.

Yes, Benfica doesn't really belong here. Anyway, they did eliminate Barcelona in the group, and they eliminated Ajax in the eighth final. That is not a world team, but just below the top of Europe. They were also very lucky there, but in the end they managed to continue. Against Liverpool it seems to be quite unlikely. Although of course you never know. It is an advantage for Liverpool that it is about 2 games.

[Crytpo-Guy]

Benfica Vs Liverpool

Liverpool is one of the teams I probably admired this season. Because their players always cooperate very well in their matches. Also, they are really doing greatly in both the Champions League and their League (Premier League). While,  Benfica is also not a weak team, they managed to win Ajax and got qualified to Quarter finals. But honestly, I think Liverpool are likely to win this match. Because, in term of squad strength, Liverpool have a more stable squad compared to Benfica. What do you think?

Liverpool is a big name in the Champions league, everyone is afraid of the name Liverpool. Even if you are not afraid of Liverpool outside stadiums but you cannot afford not to be afraid of Liverpool in Anfield. The capacity of Anfield, the fan base and history of the Anfield cannot be overlooked by anyone.

Liverpool as a club has a very good team in the person of Klopp, the man had really transformed the club. The players are in good form and have great players. These players have been so consistent for past years, especially Mane, Salah and Firmino. In as much as the players and coach is still available, they most surely do what they are known for doing. So, they will surely beat Benfica home and away.

This Liverpool side is terrific with the likes of exceptional Mane and Salah leading the line upfront and they have a pretty solid defense. It is worthy to note that the last two times Liverpool have faced Benfica in the Champions League, they ended up winning it. Football neutrals would love to see Benfica knock out Liverpool, it would be a good fairytale but for that to happen they will hope Liverpool are so bad and luck is on favor to convert any chance against them.

it's true Liverpool right now is one of the best teams in the world and there pattern of play it's outstrageous, they create fear and terror on their opponents, they are good in both attacking and defensive pattern of football. They have one of the best front in the world of football recently, they have the likes of firmino, mane and Salah, bringing in Diogo jota and Lucas Diaz to strengthen their attack was a good step for them, their performance this season is exceptional both in the premier league and champions league,  And I think with their pattern of play there is no doubt they can win the match. Benfica also are a good team they played so well to gain the winning against Ajax , they needs to be courageous strengthen their attack, convert their chances to win the game, it won't be a easy match for them.

[Luzin]

I still remember how Chelsea played against Newcastle United in the 29th Premier League match, 13 March to be exact. Newcastle were very focused on defending and Chelsea's players had almost no gaps to score, but K. Havertz arrived to score with a world-class finish in the 89th minute. Well, the 1st leg against Real Madrid, Chelsea will repeat that again. I'm pretty sure the game hasn't even started yet.

The Champions League has different pressures, equalising the EPL and UCL I don't think is appropriate. I know Tuchel is the defending champion but Anceloti he has more experience at UCL. The first leg may be chelsea will dominate with their trademark short uphill and possession. They certainly have a better mentality because they play at Stamford Bridge. But remember the second leg they will play at the Santiago Bernabeu. Of course a draw in the first leg and winning in the second leg is my prediction for Madrid.

[Issa56]

Premier league side Chelsea will be taking on Real Madrid for the UEFA champions league quarter final at the Stamford Bridge on April 6th. Undoubtedly Chelsea have been considered one of the best team in the world since the arrival of their coach Thomas tuchel, winning some major trophies and also played in some finals. The defensive champions has been outstanding since the start of the season their winning rate is excellent they attacked and defend so good. Realmadrid on the other hand will be taking a revenge on the blues after losing to Barca in their last laliga game and also losing to the blues in the UEFA champions league semi final last season. It  will be a tough game the both teams have to play carefully.

Since the arrival of tomas tuchel chelsea have really improved alot they are good defensively and offensively, chelsea will host real madrid at home for the quarter final. Real madrid could play without their target man karim benzema and it will be a huge blow for them just as they play barcelona without him. Madrid lost to chelsea last season so they wouldn't want to do the same this season so they have to do better to do tomorrow in chelsea the match favorites.

[kawetsriyanto]

Villarreal - Bayern Munich matchup can still be quite interesting especially in the first leg I believe. Of course, there is a big interval between these teams in terms of strength first of all. Bayern Munich should really be able to crush them in Allianz Arena normally. But as we saw Villarreal getting a shocking result against a very tough opponent like Juventus, I wonder what they can do in this matchup too. Maybe they won't lose the game in Spain. I expect a draw like 1-1 or 2-2 there.

Don't compare Bayern with Juventus, they are truly very different!! Bayern is the most productive team, they often win with a big score difference. Even in the last match, Bayern can win 7-1 against Salzburg. Well, it is true that they only got a draw 1-1 in the First Leg, but it seems Bayern was just unlucky. I am optimistic they won't do the same mistake in this round, they must understand if it will risk their opportunity to qualify to the next round. So, I think there will be no more surprise result as the match "Villareal vs Juventus".

[TelolettOm]

The Champions League has different pressures, equalising the EPL and UCL I don't think is appropriate. I know Tuchel is the defending champion but Anceloti he has more experience at UCL. The first leg may be chelsea will dominate with their trademark short uphill and possession. They certainly have a better mentality because they play at Stamford Bridge. But remember the second leg they will play at the Santiago Bernabeu. Of course a draw in the first leg and winning in the second leg is my prediction for Madrid.

It may go similarly with the previous match of PSG and also Real Madrid where Real Madrid may be defeated or under pressure in the first leg. But commonly an epic comes back to Real Madrid and will give certain surprise again to them, moreover when they are playing at home. This will really give big opportunities for Real Madrid to play more powerfully and optimally, in front of their big fans.
That is why it may be still difficult again to redict which is better and has higher chance to win. Chelsea cannot be underestmated, so does the Real Madrid.

[AndySt]

Benfica are just one of the lucky teams in this round. And they are most likely to be finished by Liverpool too. The Liverpool I have known so far would do the same thing they did against Inter in the first leg. I mean that I will be waiting for Liverpool to beat them up by at least two goals in the first leg of this matchup already. And they would finish them off in Anfield by another comfortable victory. Benfica got very lucky against Ajax maybe but luck can't take you anywhere in a very huge tournament like this one.

Yes, Benfica doesn't really belong here. Anyway, they did eliminate Barcelona in the group, and they eliminated Ajax in the eighth final. That is not a world team, but just below the top of Europe. They were also very lucky there, but in the end they managed to continue. Against Liverpool it seems to be quite unlikely. Although of course you never know. It is an advantage for Liverpool that it is about 2 games.

Sometimes such lucky teams win tournaments, it's just never known to what stage their luck can last There is just one factor not to forget here, that Benfica should be a more liberated team in psychological terms, because the club has already achieved more than planned and the team should no longer be pressured by the factor of necessarily winning, as it happens with Liverpool. Therefore, it is in such cases that the most unexpected can happen and the underdog team can knock out a clear favorite from the fight. Moreover, we are talking about only two games, which is not so much and where anything can happen and luck can also play a role here again

[nurilham]

Benfica Vs Liverpool

I am sure enough that Liverpool will be the winner both on the first leg and also the second leg of this match. Liverpool seems to be more powerful than Benfica, moreover if we see the track record so far. Benfica is not a difficult opponent to defeat, it should be. But once more, sometimes, in football playing, there may be a different surprise that re served. We can see how many times that our prediction is failed after on game because the result may be different as what we predict.

[SatoPrincess]

Villareal did win against Juventus but they won't be able to win against Bayern Munich. I'm quite sure about it. Villareal did show great performance against Juventus but I also think it is quite stupid to compare Juventus with Bayern Munich.

And Bayern Munich is always multiple steps ahead of Villarreal. I really don't think that Villareal has any chances against Bayern Munich. Unless of course, Bayern Munich has one of their rare bad days.

Bayern Munich is a dangerous club that has a very unique level of play. In addition to being fast, agile and having a level of sharpness in attack, Bayern Munich is more dominant to bet than Juventus. For some reason Bayern Munich's attacking style is very sharp, look when the collaboration of Muller, Lewandowski and Kingsley looks beautiful.

Bayern Munich no doubt are lethal in attack. Their style of attacking opponents is pretty much dangerous and they seems not to satisfy even when they are winning. It's worse because of the person of Muller, that player seems like a footballer with an assail mentality and Lewandowski who's always hungry for goals. These two especially makes team dread Bayern Munich, I sincerely think they are the most feared team in Europe.

[CryptoBuds]

Benfica Vs Liverpool

I am sure enough that Liverpool will be the winner both on the first leg and also the second leg of this match. Liverpool seems to be more powerful than Benfica, moreover if we see the track record so far. Benfica is not a difficult opponent to defeat, it should be. But once more, sometimes, in football playing, there may be a different surprise that re served. We can see how many times that our prediction is failed after on game because the result may be different as what we predict.

Benfica is not a strong team. And I would say their luck was very good so they made it to the quarter finals. But I don't think they will win with an experienced team like Liverpool. Liverpool are a very experienced and strong team. Liverpool will not have a problem winning against a team like Benfica. And I guess Liverpool will get an easy 2-0 win.