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

[Slow death]

Man City vs Real Madrid 1.5/4.3/6.2
Liverpool vs Villareal 1.3/5.8/11.5

Bookmakers are pretty much sure we will see wins of the English home teams in the first leg. So the main question will be: How high will they be able to win? Anything more than 1 goal difference should be pretty much impossible to catch up by the Spanish teams in the second leg. I am rooting for the Spanish teams (for the outsiders )

The odds in City vs Real Madrid are absolutely insane. Real Madrid is rated as some kind of team from the middle of the Premier League standings, and closer to the bottom than to the top. Maybe I have a biased perception, since I support Real Madrid, but such quotes suggest that the bookmakers are wrong. It is probably worth betting that Real Madrid will not lose - 2.65 is a very good odds.

I really don't bank on odds. Odds doesn’t matter. Although, these odds are made after a lot of permutations and statistics reading but it is worthy to note that football is played on the pitch not on paper. These bookmakers can be so wrong and this why bet companies are able to make their money off betters. It is no fluke why Manchester City is the favorite, they are at home so there have the advantage.

man I'm a real madrid fan but I also noticed that bookmakers rarely make mistakes when they put low odds for a certain team they are certainly more than 70% right and betting against bookmakers I only do in very rare cases how:

when I watch the game and realize that the team that the bookmakers are not favoring has any real chance of winning the game

when the team that the bookmakers gave as favorites is losing

but in this case of real madrid, i think the bookmakers may be right, for example:

in the last 3 games City destroyed their opponents scoring many goals

in the last 3 games (in all competitions) real madrid conceded goals in all of them, knowing that real madrid is very dependent on benzema and City have good defense so we can already have an image of what we will see today.

as a real madrid fan i will be praying for them to win, but as a bettor i will bet on city

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[AakZaki]

Today Real Madrid are back against teams from the Premier League this time Manchester City as the challenger
Real Madrid really got a worthy opponent and I think it's not as easy as the team that was defeated before
Honestly I can't predict who will win especially in the semi final the potential of both teams is the same.

Of course, the match is difficult to guess the final result. But I think the host will win. The history of the two matches Madrid always lose. But it's just history. I support Madrid but I am realistic about the circumstances. I hope Madrid can bring home a goal or if they lose not by a lot of goals difference. That would benefit them for the second leg at the Bernabeu later.

[Hirose UK]

Gambling Market indicates Manchester City win  @1.45  do you think this is a decent bet?
Why markets underestimate Madrid isn't Madrid making awesome achievements  I hope this is not a trap like the past

[Luzin]

Talking about predictions, I would say that this match will result in a few goals, maybe it will end with Manchester City 1 - 2 Real Madrid or Manchester City 0 - 1 Real Madrid.

I doubt madrid even though I am a fan of them. Man City's game is very similar to Barca and Madrid always struggle when facing a team that plays like that. But I wish Madrid good luck playing at the Etihad.

I hope Madrid can play more effectively than Man City without possession but can score goals. Honestly I think Man city will win 1-0 or 2-1 I predict only a difference of 1 goal. Remember Pep always made Madrid difficult in La Liga when with Barcelona. Of course Pep has understood how to win from Madrid.

[ibuddy122505]

Today Real Madrid are back against teams from the Premier League this time Manchester City as the challenger
Real Madrid really got a worthy opponent and I think it's not as easy as the team that was defeated before
Honestly I can't predict who will win especially in the semi final the potential of both teams is the same.

Of course, the match is difficult to guess the final result. But I think the host will win. The history of the two matches Madrid always lose. But it's just history. I support Madrid but I am realistic about the circumstances. I hope Madrid can bring home a goal or if they lose not by a lot of goals difference. That would benefit them for the second leg at the Bernabeu later.

Man City and Liverpool in the final. I honestly see an all English finals. I sincerely see Pep winning the Champions league trophy with Man City, he came so close in couple of events. Man City is a delight to watch, they have a brilliant game.

[coco23]

Man City and Liverpool in the final. I honestly see an all English finals. I sincerely see Pep winning the Champions league trophy with Man City, he came so close in couple of events. Man City is a delight to watch, they have a brilliant game.

I think so too, even though I would like to see a mixed final rather than a final with teams from the same country. ManCity and Liverpool already had multiple duels in the English season and while those are without doubt some of the best teams in Europe I am rooting for a mixed final in the Champions League. With a bit of luck we might see Real Madrid vs Liverpool in the final, or even Villareal as a total outsider 

[Doell]

Talking about predictions, I would say that this match will result in a few goals, maybe it will end with Manchester City 1 - 2 Real Madrid or Manchester City 0 - 1 Real Madrid.

I doubt madrid even though I am a fan of them. Man City's game is very similar to Barca and Madrid always struggle when facing a team that plays like that. But I wish Madrid good luck playing at the Etihad.

I hope Madrid can play more effectively than Man City without possession but can score goals. Honestly I think Man city will win 1-0 or 2-1 I predict only a difference of 1 goal. Remember Pep always made Madrid difficult in La Liga when with Barcelona. Of course Pep has understood how to win from Madrid.

I also have real doubts about Real Madrid, they haven't won a visit to the Etihad. The duel of the coach with the best strategy will also be shown in this match, I'm a fan of both even though more inclined to Real Madrid but Manchester City is a very tough opponent for him. I hope no goals are scored in the match later, but my prediction is less than 1 goal.

[ropyu1978]

Today Real Madrid are back against teams from the Premier League this time Manchester City as the challenger
Real Madrid really got a worthy opponent and I think it's not as easy as the team that was defeated before
Honestly I can't predict who will win especially in the semi final the potential of both teams is the same.

It is very difficult to predict the match between Manchester city vs real Madrid, because these two teams are also playing very well in their respective domestic leagues, but I am more optimistic that Manchester city can beat real Madrid, Manchester city has beaten ATM, while real Madrid beat representatives from England Chelsea, tonight's meeting I am optimistic that Manchester city can beat real Madrid.

[Sterbens]

Today Real Madrid are back against teams from the Premier League this time Manchester City as the challenger
Real Madrid really got a worthy opponent and I think it's not as easy as the team that was defeated before
Honestly I can't predict who will win especially in the semi final the potential of both teams is the same.

It's quite difficult for Madrid to get through this match. Inevitably Manchester City will definitely play very aggressively in the opening minutes. Because both must be able to show mastery of the field as well as target to dominate the match very optimally. We see the competition between Ancelotti and Pep Guardiola with their respective strategies.

[mamesso]

Today Real Madrid are back against teams from the Premier League this time Manchester City as the challenger
Real Madrid really got a worthy opponent and I think it's not as easy as the team that was defeated before
Honestly I can't predict who will win especially in the semi final the potential of both teams is the same.

It is very difficult to predict the match between Manchester city vs real Madrid, because these two teams are also playing very well in their respective domestic leagues, but I am more optimistic that Manchester city can beat real Madrid, Manchester city has beaten ATM, while real Madrid beat representatives from England Chelsea, tonight's meeting I am optimistic that Manchester city can beat real Madrid.

Both are strong teams, Manchester City and Real Madrid are both leaders in the domestic league standings. This match is very exciting to watch, the results of the first leg are very decisive in the second leg. Manchester City has a slight advantage in this match, because they are playing at home. I think the pressure is on the visitors' side, the atmosphere at the Etihad stadium poses a threat to Real Madrid, especially since Manchester City performances have been very consistent this season. Manchester City will dominate in this match, Manchester City players have to lock in the movement of Real Madrid strikers to jeopardize their goal. The first leg will belong to Manchester City with a narrow win.

[safari88]

Just a few more hours and then we'll start again. I'm curious how it will go between City and Madrid. Madrid is not a team that will dig itself in completely. They play on the counter, but that's different from defending the whole game like Atletico did. I expect an open game in which we will see the necessary goals. City could easily win this, but could also just run into a 0-2 defeat. Madrid mainly depends on how good Modric and Benzema are tonight.

[$crypto$]

Today Real Madrid are back against teams from the Premier League this time Manchester City as the challenger
Real Madrid really got a worthy opponent and I think it's not as easy as the team that was defeated before
Honestly I can't predict who will win especially in the semi final the potential of both teams is the same.

I don't know why I chose Real Madrid as this crazy opportunity I have decided to bet on it it's a little but a large enough multiple for me won't be a risk because for me the game will still be balanced even though Manchester city has been favored.

If it turns around then Los Blancos fans will be happy, in the first leg it will be decisive as well in the second leg, the effect will definitely be different.

[hyudien]

I don't know why I chose Real Madrid as this crazy opportunity I have decided to bet on it it's a little but a large enough multiple for me won't be a risk because for me the game will still be balanced even though Manchester city has been favored.

If it turns around then Los Blancos fans will be happy, in the first leg it will be decisive as well in the second leg, the effect will definitely be different.

Why not? I'm sure the result of this match will create a bit of confusion for gamblers who are indeed close to a draw between these two clubs. If you go to Real Madrid, maybe I will bet on some casinos. Doesn't this sound riskier? One bet can be won and we will lose the other bet. Especially Manchester City, which certainly has a lot of gamblers taking a safe position.

[maju69]

Just a few more hours and then we'll start again. I'm curious how it will go between City and Madrid. Madrid is not a team that will dig itself in completely. They play on the counter, but that's different from defending the whole game like Atletico did. I expect an open game in which we will see the necessary goals. City could easily win this, but could also just run into a 0-2 defeat. Madrid mainly depends on how good Modric and Benzema are tonight.

Open play will make the game even more fun to watch, And I want that to happen. Because if both teams play safe I think the game will be monotonous. Apart from that you are right, Real Madrid will definitely depend on Benzema's performances especially in their attack, if he can appear on fire it will make it difficult for Manchester City in their defense.

[visionE2]

Today Real Madrid are back against teams from the Premier League this time Manchester City as the challenger
Real Madrid really got a worthy opponent and I think it's not as easy as the team that was defeated before
Honestly I can't predict who will win especially in the semi final the potential of both teams is the same.

I don't know why I chose Real Madrid as this crazy opportunity I have decided to bet on it it's a little but a large enough multiple for me won't be a risk because for me the game will still be balanced even though Manchester city has been favored.

If it turns around then Los Blancos fans will be happy, in the first leg it will be decisive as well in the second leg, the effect will definitely be different.

I personally also support Real Madrid, maybe the historical factor is also important in this match. Real Madrid is the team that has appeared in the semi-finals of the Champions League the most times. According to UEFA's website, Madrid has qualified for the top four of the highest caste European club competition 15 times.
In the last semifinal match, Madrid failed to advance to the final. Chelsea who got rid of the team from the capital Madrid last season.

[$crypto$]

I don't know why I chose Real Madrid as this crazy opportunity I have decided to bet on it it's a little but a large enough multiple for me won't be a risk because for me the game will still be balanced even though Manchester city has been favored.

If it turns around then Los Blancos fans will be happy, in the first leg it will be decisive as well in the second leg, the effect will definitely be different.

Why not? I'm sure the result of this match will create a bit of confusion for gamblers who are indeed close to a draw between these two clubs. If you go to Real Madrid, maybe I will bet on some casinos. Doesn't this sound riskier? One bet can be won and we will lose the other bet. Especially Manchester City, which certainly has a lot of gamblers taking a safe position.

There won't be any confusion but Real Madrid has been a strong experience in the Champions League, it would be the best result if they win but the bookies have more faith in Mancity as the hosts. Let's see in a few hours.
It's too risky to take a decision with a lot of bets especially on Real Madrid, obviously the observers have been talking this will definitely be a Mancity win but if you take that decision then it's in your hands.

[Coyster]

Just a few more hours and then we'll start again. I'm curious how it will go between City and Madrid.

Football is indeed the beautiful game to keep millions of people anticipating, counting down, waiting for a game to start, it is indeed amazing, i am also 'curious', i can't wait to watch my team City walk out to the pitch of play tonight. The thing with City i love so much is that they rarely play a bad/poor game, even if we lose a match, we more often than not play well/better than our opponents.

I am really confident about the outcome of this match, i can't see Madrid defeating us at the Etihad tonight, i think City will either win or draw this one, in this sort of games, the first leg isn't usually as intense as the second, but i am still expecting an entertaining one tonight which will set us up for the reverse fixture at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.

[Altryist]

Both are strong teams, Manchester City and Real Madrid are both leaders in the domestic league standings. This match is very exciting to watch, the results of the first leg are very decisive in the second leg. Manchester City has a slight advantage in this match, because they are playing at home. I think the pressure is on the visitors' side, the atmosphere at the Etihad stadium poses a threat to Real Madrid, especially since Manchester City performances have been very consistent this season. Manchester City will dominate in this match, Manchester City players have to lock in the movement of Real Madrid strikers to jeopardize their goal. The first leg will belong to Manchester City with a narrow win.

Manchester City are the favorites today, when the bookmakers give odds of 6.5 on Real Madrid then it becomes clear that their opponent is very strong. Guardiola must understand that perhaps the most dangerous player in Real Madrid is Benzema, and it is very important don't give him the ball. I think that City will control the ball, and Real Madrid will mostly have to be content with counter attacks. Real loses to City on speed, and we saw how difficult it was for Real to play the second leg against Chelsea when Tuchel's team played at high speed.

[MinoRaiola]

I want to see the game... and I want to see it now:-) it starts in less than 60 minutes, i can't wait. Looks like Fernandinho and Grealish won't be in City's starting line-up. And will Benzema score another lucky goal today? By the way, Real Madrid are selling tickets against Manchester City for 100-410 EUR. How much do tickets cost in Manchester today?

[Harkorede]

Today Real Madrid are back against teams from the Premier League this time Manchester City as the challenger
Real Madrid really got a worthy opponent and I think it's not as easy as the team that was defeated before
Honestly I can't predict who will win especially in the semi final the potential of both teams is the same.

I don't know why I chose Real Madrid as this crazy opportunity I have decided to bet on it it's a little but a large enough multiple for me won't be a risk because for me the game will still be balanced even though Manchester city has been favored.

If it turns around then Los Blancos fans will be happy, in the first leg it will be decisive as well in the second leg, the effect will definitely be different.

For what it's worth, I think Real Madrid to win for more than for 6.60 Odds is of great value, Man City are great team, but so are Real Madrid with majority of the players highly experienced in the competition as well, if there is any team capable of win at home against City, you can't write Real Madrid out with their current form in the UCL.

The lineups are out already and Karim Benzema would be leading the line again, his partnership with Vinicius up front will be such a big threat for the home side.

I would have settled for the Over 2.5 goals or BTSS instead, but I would rather watch the game as a neutral fan with no financial emotion attached.