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

[Vinaa77]

Not any interested match between Atletico Madrid vs Manchester City and looks this time City most pressure by  Atletico Madrid and not any contributing with created attempt or shot on goals. Different with Atletico Madrid have better performance on this time although still can't created goal on second leg and have eliminating with aggregate 1-0. I see match looks boring without any goal created by both team between Manchester City and Atletico Madrid, different on other match success created 6 goal between Liverpool vs Benfica and bad result for Liverpool held by Benfica although lead to semifinal.

Atlético Madrid didn't take advantage of the situation well, they looked too hasty in their attack and they looked sharp at the end of the game after making substitutions.  Diego Simeone should have done that at the start of the second half including playing Suarez in place of Felix.  In this case Manchester City played at a moderate tempo, they didn't seem to be playing like they used to.  Congratulations to The Citizens.

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[Mahdirakib]

And as I said, Liverpool is winning and Benfica managed to score at least one goal, I knew they can do it!

Liverpool really don't give up even though Liverpool have won the first leg in the second leg they still want to get a win
Now the score is 3-3 when Liverpool should have scored 5 goals but 2 other goals were canceled
Atletico Madrid got a red card this is really a crucial situation and Manchester city is safe now

Liverpool hasn't played with their strong squad. They would have won the match if they played with their strong squad. Actually they were in relax mode after winning the first leg. Moreover, Liverpool has played against Man City in the previous match and their upcoming match is again with them. That's why Liverpool has given rest to some of their players. Anyway, Liverpool has an easy opponent in the semi-final. They will qualify for the final.

[fullhdpixel]

Champions League is indeed the best league in the world of football, can you imagine how the Quarter final ended, Both the two England teams that qualify today were very lucky to have registered goals in the first leg of not it will be very difficult today. I feel sad for Atlético Madrid because they fought for the spot but unfortunately they were unlucky.
We hope seeing them next season.

There is no doubt Champions League is one of best leagues in soccer world, and we have one off best clubs around the globe here in this competition now we are heading for last four and still we have some upsets here like Villarreal knocked out Bayern Munich and today Atlético Madrid was completely outclass at home by Manchester City which are amazing matches. Even Manchester City is best club but still Atlético Madrid done amazing job and never allow them to have any aggression against them.

Now we have two teams from England and two from Spain it's amazing job few peoples feeling it's easy matches for Liverpool but after watching Villarreal against Bayern Munich prediction is not easy because any result can happen and any team can qualify for gran final but still most chances we will have both teams from England in this season because these both are doing great job throughout season.

[Smartvirus]

As previously predicted it is not easy to beat Atletico at home their defense is very strong unfortunately they don't score

Fortunately, that what they've got and you can always expect an under 2.5 goal market in there game fixtures if you were to go for a bet. They could be such a hard nut to chew but unfortunately, there strong defence also plays a role to there scoring mentality. You don't score and they don't score as well. Even in there first leg with Manchester City, the goal came at the last minute and it's just one at that. Anyway, Manchester City got to advance and with the way its looking, it's either Real Madrid gets to lift the trophy or Manchester City would be making history for themselves.

[dataispower]

Atletico Madrid players are more physical. This could be end for Atletico Madrid in the champions league. Manchester City's players are pulling tricks trying to waste time. Diego Simone is furious, the final whiste will be blown any moment from now. Manchester City is really taking their time, Atletico played defensively they didn't attack much.

altletico Madrid used all their energy to make sure that they win Manchester city because they know that they are at disadvantages. Altletico Madrid made good attempt more than Manchester city and if you watch the match you will confirm that the pressure altletico in plant into Manchester city made them to lose focus. Even after the red card received my atletico Madrid still the pressure still sufficient, the only thing in football is that it always be a game of luck because Atletico played nice game to win Manchester city

[Marykeller]

Atletico Madrid didn't utilize their very chances of scoring against Manchester City from the beginning of the match to the end. Is it a few minutes to the end of the match they want to score and win the match by force? I wasn't impressed with Atletico's performance. They had the chance to win against Manchester City but they lost-guard the opportunity.
Today's Champions League matches didn't interest me like yesterday's matches

[Ludmilla_rose1995]

Atlético 0 - 0 Manchester City

Liverpool 3 – 3 Benfica

In the ATM vs Man City match I won the bet because I chose a draw but in the Liverpool vs Benfica match I lost because I chose Liverpool to win. the final result of this season's UCL is really hard to predict lol.

[Jackl87]

Atlético 0 - 0 Manchester City
Atlético played as everyone predicted, but still City's advantage in the first game played its role. By the way, City are big trolls - in the second half they played according to Atlético's strategy and, if I'm not mistaken, they didn't hit a single shot on goal for the entire half, but at the same time they completely defended their own.

That match tonight against Atletico and ManCity pretty much happened exactly the way as many have predicted it including myself. Atletico was way stronger than in the first leg while ManCity played more defensively because of the result in the first leg. In the end ManCity manages to advance into the next round which is also deserved in my opinion because of the first leg but i also think that today it was totally possible for Atletico to score alone in the time between minute 70 and the end of the game they had 3 big opportunities to score but they failed to do so. As a neutral fan i hoped for an extra time but that didn't happen. ManCity was kinda lucky today but still deserves to go through.

[mamesso]

Atlético 0 - 0 Manchester City

Atlético played as everyone predicted, but still City's advantage in the first game played its role. By the way, City are big trolls - in the second half they played according to Atlético's strategy and, if I'm not mistaken, they didn't hit a single shot on goal for the entire half, but at the same time they completely defended their own.

Manchester City had to struggle at the Wanda Metropolitano to get a ticket in the semifinals. The Atletico vs Manchester City match was marred by a commotion between the two teams in the final minute of the match which resulted in an Atletico player (Felipe) being sent off. The match went quite well, although Manchester City still dominated possession.  However, no goals were scored throughout this match. Manchester City has the right to go to the next round because in the first leg Manchester City won 1-0 over Atletico Madrid, and will face Real Madrid, who first qualified for the semifinals.

[bitzizzix]

The semifinals were interesting because only the two best leagues and the two best clubs, the English and Spanish leagues advanced to the semifinals.
and whether those who advance to the final are still the two best leagues from the other and the best team or one league from one of them that will win the Champions League, and my prediction looks like the two representatives of the English league will fight over who will be the champion. Manchester City and Liverpool will qualify for the final.

[Prince Malik]

No surprises for today matches, everything was logic but i really didn't expect a match without goals in city vs atleteco match, i expected that city will be able to score at least one goal cause atleteco have to focus more in the offensive work which will create many spaces

[gabbie2010]

And as I said, Liverpool is winning and Benfica managed to score at least one goal, I knew they can do it!

Liverpool really don't give up even though Liverpool have won the first leg in the second leg they still want to get a win
Now the score is 3-3 when Liverpool should have scored 5 goals but 2 other goals were canceled
Atletico Madrid got a red card this is really a crucial situation and Manchester city is safe now

Liverpool hasn't played with their strong squad. They would have won the match if they played with their strong squad. Actually they were in relax mode after winning the first leg. Moreover, Liverpool has played against Man City in the previous match and their upcoming match is again with them. That's why Liverpool has given rest to some of their players. Anyway, Liverpool has an easy opponent in the semi-final. They will qualify for the final.

Liverpool is eyeing the league that is why they didn't play a stronger team, their main priority is to close a point gap difference between them and Man City, Liverpool playing the second leg with two goals advantage as well as playing at Anfield is a big advantage and knowing the strength of Benfica won't pose a serious threat to their qualification for the semifinals, though Benfica tried played a 3-3 draw will Anfield with satisfaction, all is now set for a semifinal between Liverpool and Villarreal another formidable opponent who bundled out Juventus and Bayern Munich.

[Velvet78]

There was no surprise today indeed. Manchester City secured their advantage until the final whistle was blown. But I would have expected to see a different score than 0-0 in fact. It made the game really boring so I didn't watch it fully. Because Liverpool - Benfica game was way better than that. Liverpool ran away and Benfica continued to chase them down. And at the end of the game, there was a 3-3 draw. This result carried Liverpool to the semi finals of course but I really appreciate Benfica's high effort also.

[snipie]

I still can't believe Bayern Munich is already out of the competition this early. Even more unbelievable is that they were kicked out by a smaller team.

...In the other game, ATM 0-0 City... ATM playing 5-4-1 in the first half before making some changes in the the 70th minutes? They are 1 goal behind on aggregate!

They want to make sure they are still within striking distance when they go all out by not conceding another goal early. The changes could be too late but I don't think it's a bad strategy.

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Liverpool and Benfica tied at 3-3with five minutes left in the game. A little too late but kudos to Benfica for fighting.

It is understood that Simeone doesn't want to receive an early goal so City could literally kill the game but he might try to push more forward while keeping a solid defense.. I preferred to see ATM playing more attack earlier honestly, they risk to lose anyway so why not try to score a goal..
When I see Benfica although losing 3-1 then made it to 3-3, I wonder why ATM didn't try to do the same. Benfica players know they will lose for sure regarding the huge aggregate score difference, yet they played and reduced the gap. Respect!

[BuNga_cute]

And as I said, Liverpool is winning and Benfica managed to score at least one goal, I knew they can do it!

Liverpool really don't give up even though Liverpool have won the first leg in the second leg they still want to get a win
Now the score is 3-3 when Liverpool should have scored 5 goals but 2 other goals were canceled
Atletico Madrid got a red card this is really a crucial situation and Manchester city is safe now

Liverpool hasn't played with their strong squad. They would have won the match if they played with their strong squad. Actually they were in relax mode after winning the first leg. Moreover, Liverpool has played against Man City in the previous match and their upcoming match is again with them. That's why Liverpool has given rest to some of their players. Anyway, Liverpool has an easy opponent in the semi-final. They will qualify for the final.

I think it's natural for Klopp to rotate players and not field all of Liverpool's main players in the second leg. Because the victory in the first leg
with a difference of two goals for Liverpool is considered safe to deliver them to the semifinals. And it is proven that Liverpool can qualify for
the semifinals after the second leg match ended in a draw. If Liverpool play their best squad, it is certain Liverpool will beat Benfica easily
in the second leg. I'm glad my prediction was correct so far, Liverpool finally made it to the semifinals, but I don't agree Liverpool will easily
beat Villarreal in the semifinals. After Villarreal managed to surprisingly get rid of Bayern in the quarter-finals, I began to realize Villarreal is
not a team that is easy to beat. If Liverpool underestimate Villarreal, there is a possibility that they will suffer the same fate as Bayern.
I agree with you that Liverpool will qualify for the final, but Liverpool will not easily get rid of Villarreal.

[Zackgeno96]

3-3, a lot of goals and a lot of fun on the field. However, Benfica has been behind every time, so those 3 goals are of little use to them. Liverpool are in control of the outcome. That they gave away that 3-1 is careless, but I can also imagine that the concentration is far off if you have won 1-3 away and are already leading 3-1 at home. 2 English teams in the semi-final and 2 Spanish. The best thing would be if we have an England - Spain final. Liverpool meet Villareal. Liverpool will certainly not underestimate Villareal. City are the favorites against Madrid, but Madrid can beat anyone in principle.

[Smartvirus]

There was no surprise today indeed. Manchester City secured their advantage until the final whistle was blown. But I would have expected to see a different score than 0-0 in fact. It made the game really boring so I didn't watch it fully. Because Liverpool - Benfica game was way better than that.

When it comes to when it comes to who was to qualify unto the next stage, there is no doubt it will to be the two English side in Manchester City and Liverpool. Although, looking at the outcome of the games, the effort from Benfica I trying to get a ticket off Liverpool is commendable. They understood the risk and tried so hard to mitigate against I but sadly, Liverpool is not there equal and they (Benfica) already made there mistake in the first leg where they were beaten Benfica 1:3 Liverpool. Its so hard to come back from such and so far, Only Real Madrid seems like the only team that could make it happen. Chelsea tried though but, it was useless against the team they were playing with.
Yesterday had the surprise for this round and that is, Bayern Munich's elimination from the UCL. No one saw this coming, not even the Villareal fans, lol.

[baeva]

And as I said, Liverpool is winning and Benfica managed to score at least one goal, I knew they can do it!

Liverpool really don't give up even though Liverpool have won the first leg in the second leg they still want to get a win
Now the score is 3-3 when Liverpool should have scored 5 goals but 2 other goals were canceled
Atletico Madrid got a red card this is really a crucial situation and Manchester city is safe now

Liverpool hasn't played with their strong squad. They would have won the match if they played with their strong squad. Actually they were in relax mode after winning the first leg. Moreover, Liverpool has played against Man City in the previous match and their upcoming match is again with them. That's why Liverpool has given rest to some of their players. Anyway, Liverpool has an easy opponent in the semi-final. They will qualify for the final.

Liverpool is eyeing the league that is why they didn't play a stronger team, their main priority is to close a point gap difference between them and Man City, Liverpool playing the second leg with two goals advantage as well as playing at Anfield is a big advantage and knowing the strength of Benfica won't pose a serious threat to their qualification for the semifinals, though Benfica tried played a 3-3 draw will Anfield with satisfaction, all is now set for a semifinal between Liverpool and Villarreal another formidable opponent who bundled out Juventus and Bayern Munich.

Bayern's departure from the Champions League really surprised me, to me it was a death machine that was as good as anyone, even a bit more probably... Alright then, based on a match like that a few words can be said about the semi-finals as well. Obviously Liverpool seem to be a candidate to win, but after a Villarreal win I'm starting to have doubts, it's going to be a very tough fight here

[Rengga Jati]

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In extra time, Chelsea actually wins the match if the forward can shoot the ball right, but as I can see Havertz and Ziyac always miss and I believe if Lukaku is on in the squad, he will finish it with the winning. And, congrats to Madrid I can't believe they created a balanced goal in minute 80. Before, Chelsea is very confident about the semi-final, but Rodrygo makes public reverse again to Madrid, nothing to doubt, Madrid deserved it.

Yeah, it's probable.
They may be probably shocked enough with the counter attack by Real Madrid even after they scored 3 goals. They may think that their chance to win has been high enough, only few minutes remining.
but this is footbal, every second is precious.

For today match, it's as predicted.
Congratulations to City and also Liverpool who are qualified for the next. They deserve for the winning exactly.

[lulumiya]

And now the semi-final matchups are determined. Liverpool have Villarreal as their opponent and Real Madrid are facing Manchester City. There are two English and two Spanish clubs in this round which is not surprising at all. Actually there is a surprising thing which is Villarreal's being one of the Spanish clubs. I guess that most people expected to see Atletico Madrid rather than them but here we are. But one thing is certain that Villarreal really deserve to be here now.