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

[mamesso]

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Real madrid, who had fallen behind by two quick goals in the first half, was able to provide an extraordinary resistance against manchester city, I think if other teams were in the position of real madrid yesterday of course they would be down to see the ferocity of manchester city from the start of the match, but real madrid who having a winning mentality managed to rise and even reduce the score to 4-3 at the end of the match, even though now Manchester City managed to win but a margin of 1 goal of course does not make their position safe, especially in the second leg Madrid will play at the Bernabeu and this season we have look at how great madrid is at home and maybe even they will make an extraordinary comeback like against PSG in the quarter-finals some time ago.

The second leg will be played at the Bernabeu, of course Real Madrid will play hard to chase a 1 goal deficit from Manchester City. Real Madrid could make a comeback in the second leg, but Manchester City is not PSG who can't keep their advantage in the first leg. I think the result in the first leg will be used by Manchester City to keep their chances of appearing in the final, especially last season they failed to lift the trophy after losing to Chelsea in the final. Manchester City only need a draw at the Bernabeu to progress to the final while keeping their chances of lifting their first UCL trophy.

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[Zilon]

Have you checked the betting market for this match? Bookies very confident in Liverpool seems to underestimate Villarreal
I'm not denying that Liverpool have the potential to win but Villarreal really need to be considered they are a team full of surprises and motivation
I'm interested in the both teams to score bet, will Villarreal be able to score at least one goal?

I don't think Villarreal able to score against Liverpool in the first leg since this match will be attended on Liverpool's home and Liverpool is well balanced team. I have to say the upset of Villarreal can beat Bayern Munich is a outstanding achievement by Villarreal, but Bayern Munich is aggressive team and don't really good to play defensive. I bet Liverpool will win 2-0 against Villarreal.

If Villarreal can win Bayern by surprise then Liverpool should not underrate Villarreal else they might receive their own surprise. Samuel Chukwueze in a statement with BBC  acknowledged the tendency of Liverpool winning the first leg but i know they are prepared for the worst in today's match “We know all about Liverpool and they are expected to win, so the pressure is on them,” Chukwueze told BBC Sport Africa before today’s first leg.. I am confident of Liverpool defense and attack but anything can happen

[bering]

Villareal this season has been change became an giant killer this because they had several times beat big teams so it won't be easy for Liverpool to win the match because for each matches Villareal players were very disciplined in maintaining their defense and can take advantage of the slightest opportunity to score goals and the most important is Liverpool have to improved their performance because since round 16 Liverpool was never win for home matches

[Davidvictorson]

The second leg will be played at the Bernabeu, of course Real Madrid will play hard to chase a 1 goal deficit from Manchester City. Real Madrid could make a comeback in the second leg, but Manchester City is not PSG who can't keep their advantage in the first leg. I think the result in the first leg will be used by Manchester City to keep their chances of appearing in the final, especially last season they failed to lift the trophy after losing to Chelsea in the final. Manchester City only need a draw at the Bernabeu to progress to the final while keeping their chances of lifting their first UCL trophy.

Real madrid are no rollovers, that is what the catalans do. In Real Madrid's entire Champions league life, they have never played two best legs before.They actually do well in one leg, and then mess-up in another leg. In this semis, expect Madrid to play very well in the second leg at Bernabeu, since they did not play well at Etihad.

[Swordsoffreedom]

I think the 4 teams that made it to the semifinals are strong teams, because it's not easy to reach the semifinals in the Champions League competition.
All teams that are in the semifinals must beat some strong teams first, like Villarreal who surprisingly could advance to the semifinals. Since Villarreal
have also managed to compete with Atalanta since the group stage, then surprisingly Villarreal also knocked out Juventus, and even more surprising
results when Villarreal managed to get rid of Bayern.

From Villarreal's journey, at least Liverpool must be careful when facing Villarreal. It is true that if Liverpool's performance is compared to Villarreal,
however, Liverpool is much better than Villarreal. But seeing the surprise created by Villarreal there is still the possibility Liverpool can be beaten.
Therefore Liverpool cannot underestimate Villarreal, especially in this first leg the match will be played at Liverpool's home. So Liverpool must not
fail to win, I predict Liverpool will win in the first leg.

The problem is I think Villarreal has exhausted almost all the resources that they could have pulled out to show some surprises because Liverpool is going to expect them. they went really aggressive against Bayern Munich and if they try the same thing with Liverpool I think there will be a lot of problems because Liverpool can break really quickly from the counter-attack. So mindless attacking and aggression is not going to work here. they need to play with a lot more control if they want to win against Liverpool. But anyway I think Liverpool is going to be in the finals of the Champions League.

[Bloodseekers]

The second leg will be played at the Bernabeu, of course Real Madrid will play hard to chase a 1 goal deficit from Manchester City. Real Madrid could make a comeback in the second leg, but Manchester City is not PSG who can't keep their advantage in the first leg. I think the result in the first leg will be used by Manchester City to keep their chances of appearing in the final, especially last season they failed to lift the trophy after losing to Chelsea in the final. Manchester City only need a draw at the Bernabeu to progress to the final while keeping their chances of lifting their first UCL trophy.

Real madrid are no rollovers, that is what the catalans do. In Real Madrid's entire Champions league life, they have never played two best legs before.They actually do well in one leg, and then mess-up in another leg. In this semis, expect Madrid to play very well in the second leg at Bernabeu, since they did not play well at Etihad.

it's a normal thing for Real Madrid, even they have done it this season when they beat PSG in the 1st leg they lost and they came back in the 2nd leg.
now Agg 4-3 Real Madrid are only 1 goal behind, I think it will be very easy when Real Madrid will play at home in the 2nd leg.

[Altryist]

I don't think Villarreal able to score against Liverpool in the first leg since this match will be attended on Liverpool's home and Liverpool is well balanced team. I have to say the upset of Villarreal can beat Bayern Munich is a outstanding achievement by Villarreal, but Bayern Munich is aggressive team and don't really good to play defensive. I bet Liverpool will win 2-0 against Villarreal.

Liverpool are also an attacking team, that is more focused on attack. Today Villarreal will spend a lot of time on the field without the ball, as in the first match against Bayern they will try to create their chances in counter attacks. They did it well in match with Bayern, we'll see how it will be today. A lot today will depend on how well Villarreal's defense plays.

[hahay]

Villareal this season has been change became an giant killer this because they had several times beat big teams so it won't be easy for Liverpool to win the match because for each matches Villareal players were very disciplined in maintaining their defense and can take advantage of the slightest opportunity to score goals and the most important is Liverpool have to improved their performance because since round 16 Liverpool was never win for home matches

No wonder why Liverpool did not have to win at home in the last 16 and quarter-finals, because Liverpool had already won in the first leg in the away match. That way, I think Liverpool will still be fine in this semifinal because I believe, this season Juventus and Bayern Munich are not better than Liverpool so Juventus and Bayern Munich can be beaten and eliminated by Villarreal but I am very confident Liverpool will get through this well.

[Coyster]

Liverpool must be careful when facing Villarreal later in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League.

I am pretty sure Liverpool will not be underestimating Villareal, how can you even look down on a team that knocked out Juventus and Bayern Munich on their road to the semis, it is obvious Villareal is doing something good and they can possibly eliminate anyone including Liverpool. But the thing is this, Liverpool is a team that comes out in full force to win all of the time, it does not matter who they are playing, i am pretty sure they would enter this game like it was a tie with Real, or City, that is how Liverpool play and it is good to see.

Having said that, Villareal have to try as much as possible to stay in the game, with the second leg taking place in Spain, all they have to do is ensure they get a good result in tonights game, make sure the tie is still alive for the second leg, and that way they would have a chance.

[wildey]

Have you checked the betting market for this match? Bookies very confident in Liverpool seems to underestimate Villarreal
I'm not denying that Liverpool have the potential to win but Villarreal really need to be considered they are a team full of surprises and motivation
I'm interested in the both teams to score bet, will Villarreal be able to score at least one goal?

I don't think Villarreal able to score against Liverpool in the first leg since this match will be attended on Liverpool's home and Liverpool is well balanced team. I have to say the upset of Villarreal can beat Bayern Munich is a outstanding achievement by Villarreal, but Bayern Munich is aggressive team and don't really good to play defensive. I bet Liverpool will win 2-0 against Villarreal.

Don't forget those who go to the semi-finals are the best team with each advantage not just by luck. In terms of defence, Villarreal are without a doubt one of the best
This match could be boring if Villarreal play defensively or vice versa it would be more interesting if Liverpool played aggressively from the first minute like Manchester City yesterday.

[xmonkeyx]

Villareal this season has been change became an giant killer this because they had several times beat big teams so it won't be easy for Liverpool to win the match because for each matches Villareal players were very disciplined in maintaining their defense and can take advantage of the slightest opportunity to score goals and the most important is Liverpool have to improved their performance because since round 16 Liverpool was never win for home matches

No wonder why Liverpool did not have to win at home in the last 16 and quarter-finals, because Liverpool had already won in the first leg in the away match. That way, I think Liverpool will still be fine in this semifinal because I believe, this season Juventus and Bayern Munich are not better than Liverpool so Juventus and Bayern Munich can be beaten and eliminated by Villarreal but I am very confident Liverpool will get through this well.

I also think so, a team as big as Liverpool won't have much effect on home or away matches. I think with the quality that Liverpool have it is very possible for them to be able to win the game in the first and also the away game in the second leg.

[coco23]

I don't think Villarreal able to score against Liverpool in the first leg since this match will be attended on Liverpool's home and Liverpool is well balanced team. I have to say the upset of Villarreal can beat Bayern Munich is a outstanding achievement by Villarreal, but Bayern Munich is aggressive team and don't really good to play defensive. I bet Liverpool will win 2-0 against Villarreal.

Liverpool are also an attacking team, that is more focused on attack. Today Villarreal will spend a lot of time on the field without the ball, as in the first match against Bayern they will try to create their chances in counter attacks. They did it well in match with Bayern, we'll see how it will be today. A lot today will depend on how well Villarreal's defense plays.

Villareal will be prepared to play Liverpool for sure, but they will need a good portion of luck as well to not lose by 2 or 3 goals. I would put my money on a Liverpool win by some margin and would be surprised if Villareal can actually avoid a loss here.
Bayern had a couple of weak games before facing Villareal and they were just waiting for a major desaster. Liverpool has been playing very well and will not make many mistakes tonight.

[Luzin]

I also think so, a team as big as Liverpool won't have much effect on home or away matches. I think with the quality that Liverpool have it is very possible for them to be able to win the game in the first and also the away game in the second leg.

Predictably, Liverpool will win. I feel confident that liverpool's quality is far above villareal. It's just that Liverpol must be wary of Villareal's counterattack. In addition, Liverpool must be able to make a lot of goals and should not be conceded. If that happens then Leg 2 of course Liverpool will feel more comfortable to compete. Of course, the host factor will affect the player's mentality. I don't believe the away game will be easier for Liverpool in the second leg.

[Fakhrulenclix]

I don't think Villarreal able to score against Liverpool in the first leg since this match will be attended on Liverpool's home and Liverpool is well balanced team. I have to say the upset of Villarreal can beat Bayern Munich is a outstanding achievement by Villarreal, but Bayern Munich is aggressive team and don't really good to play defensive. I bet Liverpool will win 2-0 against Villarreal.

Liverpool are also an attacking team, that is more focused on attack. Today Villarreal will spend a lot of time on the field without the ball, as in the first match against Bayern they will try to create their chances in counter attacks. They did it well in match with Bayern, we'll see how it will be today. A lot today will depend on how well Villarreal's defense plays.

Villareal will be prepared to play Liverpool for sure, but they will need a good portion of luck as well to not lose by 2 or 3 goals. I would put my money on a Liverpool win by some margin and would be surprised if Villareal can actually avoid a loss here.
Bayern had a couple of weak games before facing Villareal and they were just waiting for a major desaster. Liverpool has been playing very well and will not make many mistakes tonight.

Of course all the teams that will compete in the semifinals are very ready and they are all the best teams that should not be underestimated. although Liverpool's quality is far superior to Villarreal, anything is still possible because this is a UCL semi-final match with high tension.
I still favor Liverpool but I think the match will still be interesting and difficult, my prediction is that this Leg 1 match which will be played at Anfield Stadium Liverpool will win with a thin score of 1 or 2 goals.

[Republikcoin.com]

As I predicted earlier, Manchester City will win the match by a narrow score, the 7-goal drama during the match is very entertaining for anyone watching. Karim Benzema second goal through the penalty spot in the 82nd minute gave Real Madrid a little hope, but Real Madrid efforts to equalize were deadlocked. Manchester City came out victorious as well as gave hope in the second leg to continue their journey to the final.

What is clear is that Manchester City still doesn't have a safe point for now because in the second leg there could be a bigger surprise than Real Madrid, especially since the scoring advantage is so thin that Real Madrid will still be able to catch it in the second leg later.
So in general Manchester City is still not safe even though they have won the match in the first leg.

[Cnut237]

I also think so, a team as big as Liverpool won't have much effect on home or away matches. I think with the quality that Liverpool have it is very possible for them to be able to win the game in the first and also the away game in the second leg.

Predictably, Liverpool will win. I feel confident that liverpool's quality is far above villareal. It's just that Liverpol must be wary of Villareal's counterattack. In addition, Liverpool must be able to make a lot of goals and should not be conceded. If that happens then Leg 2 of course Liverpool will feel more comfortable to compete. Of course, the host factor will affect the player's mentality. I don't believe the away game will be easier for Liverpool in the second leg.

Liverpool should certainly be the favourites, yes, and I'd expect them to go through to the final. But I don't think Villareal should be underestimated, remember they have got through to a Champions League semi-final, and that doesn't happen by accident. And in particular, remember that they knocked out Juventus in the round of 16, and knocked out Bayern in the quarters. Any team that can knock out those two is capable of winning the tournament. So yes, Liverpool are favourites, but it's unlikely to be easy for them.

[zaki12]

I also think so, a team as big as Liverpool won't have much effect on home or away matches. I think with the quality that Liverpool have it is very possible for them to be able to win the game in the first and also the away game in the second leg.

Predictably, Liverpool will win. I feel confident that liverpool's quality is far above villareal. It's just that Liverpol must be wary of Villareal's counterattack. In addition, Liverpool must be able to make a lot of goals and should not be conceded. If that happens then Leg 2 of course Liverpool will feel more comfortable to compete. Of course, the host factor will affect the player's mentality. I don't believe the away game will be easier for Liverpool in the second leg.

Vilalareal should not be underestimated, even though Villarreal are not the favorite team to step into the last four of the Champions League. However, the fact is that Villareal can beat the big teams in the knockout stages. Before Munich, Villarreal also defeated Juventus in the round of 16.
Villareal is likely to have a sense of optimism and confidence. Moreover, they managed to beat Getafe and Valencia in the Spanish League after securing a ticket to the Champions League semifinals.

[Iranus]

Well both teams were using makeshift defensive players so am not surprised the score was that ways. Most of the goals were as a result of avoidable defensive errors. I don't know If I am just delusional, but I think Manchester City just gave Real Madrid a chance to go through onto the Final.
We will see what happens 8 days from now.

Yeah, the same mistake Chelsea and PSG made, both teams gave Real Madrid a ticket to the next round. Real Madrid were not the better team in each of those games, but individual defensive errors were the reason they are in the semifinals. Manchester City made the same mistake yesterday, with Benzima's second goal and the Pk both coming from defensive errors. I wouldn't be surprised if Manchester City squandered their chances in the second leg.

I cannot shake the feeling that Chelsea and PSG both somehow underestimated Real Madrid in the Champions League, otherwise they would have won against Madrid. A lot of people expected Real Madrid to not reach this stage of the competition, But Real Madrid proves them wrong.

It's true that Real Madrid was helped by some mistakes made by their opponents but they truly deserved it. and now Real Madrid is one goal behind after the first leg against Manchester City so it will be interesting to see if they can overcome the deficit in the second leg.

[jakdanyel]

What a match it was! I was never hoping to see this many goals in this match. Manchester City got ahead so many times but Real Madrid still didn't give up on the match by answering them with goals too. The final score was 4-3 and Manchester City got a good win for themselves. But I believe that nothing has ended yet. Real Madrid would play much better in Santiago Bernabeu and can make a comeback too. But I must admit that I was very contented with this match and I hope to see a similar rematch.

[hyudien]

Liverpool vs Villareal, will it end with hope like my bet on Man City yesterday. Because Villareal would basically be unpredictable which made me take the bet for Liverpool. Maybe this will be a slightly dubious bet because Villareal's performance so far in the Champions League is truly unpredictable. I wish Liverpool all the best and don't waste this opportunity to take a safe position early.