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

[AakZaki]

16 feb 10 march
Leipzig (GER) - Liverpool (ENG)
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I heard news that the first leg will be held at a neutral venue. The reason is, the German government has banned flights from Britain. The problem is, Covid-19 cases continue to increase in the UK. This rule is valid until 17 February. But there is an option if the first leg is played at Liverpol after that only in Leipzig. But if this happens, I think Liverpol will be at a disadvantage because it has to score as many goals as possible to keep the chances of qualifying. But history says that Liverpool have won a lot against clubs from Germany.

Source: www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/13913705/liverpool-champions-league-rb-leipzig-neutral-venue/amp/

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[babo]

16 feb 10 march
Leipzig (GER) - Liverpool (ENG)
~snip~

I heard news that the first leg will be held at a neutral venue. The reason is, the German government has banned flights from Britain. The problem is, Covid-19 cases continue to increase in the UK. This rule is valid until 17 February. But there is an option if the first leg is played at Liverpol after that only in Leipzig. But if this happens, I think Liverpol will be at a disadvantage because it has to score as many goals as possible to keep the chances of qualifying. But history says that Liverpool have won a lot against clubs from Germany.

Source: www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/13913705/liverpool-champions-league-rb-leipzig-neutral-venue/amp/

Ah
this is important for bettors.. because change all schema for bet
thank you very much for this news

i change my bet plan.. i think i bet on Leipzig because morale and other little problems not help Liverpool

[bullrun2024bro]

I heard news that the first leg will be held at a neutral venue. The reason is, the German government has banned flights from Britain. The problem is, Covid-19 cases continue to increase in the UK. This rule is valid until 17 February. But there is an option if the first leg is played at Liverpol after that only in Leipzig. But if this happens, I think Liverpol will be at a disadvantage because it has to score as many goals as possible to keep the chances of qualifying. But history says that Liverpool have won a lot against clubs from Germany.

Source: www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/13913705/liverpool-champions-league-rb-leipzig-neutral-venue/amp/

You're right. At this point in time, it is still completely unclear whether the match can take place in Leipzig on February 16.

UEFA has requested RB Leipzig to inform them by February 8 whether the match can take place on the announced date. If Leipzig does not comply with this request and no alternative venue can be found, the match may be rated 0:3 for Liverpool FC. RB Leipzig is now obliged to find a new venue or seek an exemption from the German government for the match.

I'm not sure how this one will turn out, but I think RB Leipzig will do everything they can to avoid a possible 0-3 defeat.

If you're looking for additional information, please check this article: Champions League: RB Leipzig muss Einreise-Lage vor Liverpool-Spiel bis zum 8. Februar klären (It's in German, please use a translator.)

[tokeweed]

16 feb 10 march
Leipzig (GER) - Liverpool (ENG)
Barcellona (ESP) - Paris (FRA)

17 feb e 9 march
Porto (POR) - Juventus (ITA)
Siviglia (ESP) - Borussia Dortmund (GER)

23 feb e 17 march
Lazio (ITA) - Bayern (GER)
Atlético (ESP) - Chelsea (ENG)

24 feb e 16 march
Borussia Mönchengladbach (GER) - Manchester City (ENG)
Atalanta (ITA) - Real Madrid (ESP)

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Atalanta have a hard game

Does anybody else think Chelsea has a much bigger chance to win the CL than what the odds are showing?  I think they’re something like 20 odds to win.  They def have the players to do it and with Tuchel taking over I think their chances are much higher.

Edit:  Chelsea’s line to win the CL is at 18.12 at FJ.

[Raflesia]

16 feb 10 march
Leipzig (GER) - Liverpool (ENG)
~snip~

I heard news that the first leg will be held at a neutral venue. The reason is, the German government has banned flights from Britain. The problem is, Covid-19 cases continue to increase in the UK. This rule is valid until 17 February. But there is an option if the first leg is played at Liverpol after that only in Leipzig. But if this happens, I think Liverpol will be at a disadvantage because it has to score as many goals as possible to keep the chances of qualifying. But history says that Liverpool have won a lot against clubs from Germany.

Source: www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/13913705/liverpool-champions-league-rb-leipzig-neutral-venue/amp/

I think it doesn't matter if the first leg is sometimes Liverpool but the most important thing is not in a different place then it will be at a disadvantage from one of them, although history records that if Liverpool win a lot with the German club it is possible that this season will turn around we don't. anyone knows match predictions that are clearly correct, you say Liverpool have to score a lot of goals to keep at home to Leipzig later.

[Juggy777]

Does anybody else think Chelsea has a much bigger chance to win the CL than what the odds are showing?  I think they’re something like 20 odds to win.  They def have the players to do it and with Tuchel taking over I think their chances are much higher.

Edit:  Chelsea’s line to win the CL is at 18.12 at FJ.

@tokeweed one cannot rule out Chelsea winning the champions league, because of Tuchel experience and the quality of players he has at his disposal. However it’s been just few days since he’s arrived, so let’s not get carried away so soon, and give him some more time to make an impact an Chelsea.

Source:

https://www.thesun.co.uk/dream-team/fantasy-football/13921702/thomas-tuchel-chelsea-outcasts-chilwell-alonso-azpilicueta/

[kassex]

16 feb 10 march
Leipzig (GER) - Liverpool (ENG)
Barcellona (ESP) - Paris (FRA)

17 feb e 9 march
Porto (POR) - Juventus (ITA)
Siviglia (ESP) - Borussia Dortmund (GER)

23 feb e 17 march
Lazio (ITA) - Bayern (GER)
Atlético (ESP) - Chelsea (ENG)

24 feb e 16 march
Borussia Mönchengladbach (GER) - Manchester City (ENG)
Atalanta (ITA) - Real Madrid (ESP)

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Atalanta have a hard game

If we take the last matches of the teams, then the following situation emerges. But we must not forget that everything can change literally tomorrow.
Leipzig (GER) - Liverpool (ENG)
Barcellona (ESP) - Paris (FRA)

17 feb e 9 march
Porto (POR) - Juventus (ITA)
Siviglia (ESP) - Borussia Dortmund (GER)

23 feb e 17 march
Lazio (ITA) - Bayern (GER)
Atlético (ESP) - Chelsea (ENG)

24 feb e 16 march
Borussia Mönchengladbach (GER) - Manchester City (ENG)
Atalanta (ITA) - Real Madrid (ESP)

[tomahawk9]

Edit:  Chelsea’s line to win the CL is at 18.12 at FJ.

odds should be much higher, bruh. no chance for chelski whatsoever

you're seriously not thinking they can pull another Di Matteo and somehow win the CL with a recently appointed manager, right?   at least the italian had been in the club for like a year or so prior to becoming a caretaker manager, Tuchel prolly still needs someone to tell him where the bathroom is in the locker room 🤣

[tokeweed]

^  No comparison imho.  And it wasn’t about the manager.  That 2011/12 squad was somewhat special.  They had John Terry and Lampard at the heart of the squad with Drogba being sidelined by AVB but still in there trying to prove that he’s still the top guy.  Which he did.  Fernando Torres scored the goal that made them win on aggregate against Barca at the semis.  

...  Lots of other heros in that squad which I couldn’t name.  But it was the most memorable CL season for me.

[jostorres]

one cannot rule out Chelsea winning the champions league, because of Tuchel experience and the quality of players he has at his disposal. However it’s been just few days since he’s arrived, so let’s not get carried away so soon, and give him some more time to make an impact an Chelsea.

I don't know man, chelsea? I mean yeah we shouldn't really leave any team out and I think they definitely are a champions league top team looking at all the previous years and all but do you really think they have a chance? Maybe a fighters chance to get in but I think it is obvious that other teams are much better.

PSG, Barcelona, Liverpool, Leipzig, Dortmund, Juventus, Bayern, Lazio, Real Madrid, Man City all these teams look like either equal or better if you ask me. Obviously it is football and anything could happen but I think there is even a chance that ATM could beat Chelsea straight up. ATM is leading la liga right now easily, and with a ton of points, which is why I think it wouldn't be that shocking if they just beat Chelsea and send them home, after all we all know ATM as a good team as well and on top of that they are even better than usual this year.

[cryptofrka]

I'd also agree with the opinion that Chelsea is a strong outsider in this year's CL. They do have good players and Tuchel is a good coach but they have huge problems in defence and they haven't clicked as a team yet.

Odds of 20/1 on any decent team that has reached the knockouts can be a smart bet and in this season there are more surprises than usual, but I'd still consider it as money wasted. I think they won't pass the 1st round, Atletico with Suarez looks really good.

[acquafredda]

Ok let's start having fun again with the forthcoming Champions League Round of 16. Liverpool is getting better and better lately and I think they will win the first game away with Leipzig. Barcelona PSG is a big match really, Barça is struggling a bit while PSG is doing great lately: I see a draw between the two.
Porto Juventus will see the guys from Turin prevaling in what will be anyway a tough game. My last pick is Atlético Madrid Chelse where the Colchoneros will smash the Londoners.

[Spack17]

Ok let's start having fun again with the forthcoming Champions League Round of 16. Liverpool is getting better and better lately and I think they will win the first game away with Leipzig.

This will be one of the delightful draws in this round. Both sides have played strong in the Champions League games. But I think it is obvious that Liverpool are the absolute favorite team in the draw. Besides, Leipzig have a very big disadvantage. Because the first game isn't going to be in their home stadium. It is going to be played in a neutral location. The second game is going to be in Liverpool's home stadium. Hence, I think Liverpool can defeat them in both games and advance to the Quarter Final.

[bullrun2024bro]

According to Sky Sports the Champions League match RB Leipzig - Liverpool FC won't take place in Leipzig due to coronavirus restrictions of the German Bundesregierung. The match will most likely be played at a neutral venue or possibly even in Liverpool. (see the quoted article below).

Champions League opponents RB Leipzig in Germany due to coronavirus restrictions

RB Leipzig host Liverpool in the Champions League on February 16; Germany has banned entry on all arrivals from areas affected by coronavirus mutations until at least February 17; the match could be played at Anfield or a neutral venue. Liverpool's Champions League round-of-16 first-leg match at RB Leipzig will not be able to take place in Germany, government officials have confirmed.

The German government has banned entry on all arrivals from areas affected by Covid-19 mutations until at least February 17, with the only exceptions made for German citizens or residents. The ban came into effect on Saturday and it has been confirmed there will not be any special allowances for Liverpool.

Source: https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/12208782/liverpool-not-allowed-to-face-champions-league-opponents-rb-leipzig-in-germany-due-to-coronavirus-restrictions



Source: https://www.oddsportal.com/soccer/europe/champions-league/

It will be interesting to see how the odds develop if both games really do take place at Anfield. The fact that the first leg is not being played in Leipzig should be a clear advantage for Liverpool.

[Daniel91]

According to Sky Sports the Champions League match RB Leipzig - Liverpool FC won't take place in Leipzig due to coronavirus restrictions of the German Bundesregierung. The match will most likely be played at a neutral venue or possibly even in Liverpool. (see the quoted article below).

Champions League opponents RB Leipzig in Germany due to coronavirus restrictions

RB Leipzig host Liverpool in the Champions League on February 16; Germany has banned entry on all arrivals from areas affected by coronavirus mutations until at least February 17; the match could be played at Anfield or a neutral venue. Liverpool's Champions League round-of-16 first-leg match at RB Leipzig will not be able to take place in Germany, government officials have confirmed.

The German government has banned entry on all arrivals from areas affected by Covid-19 mutations until at least February 17, with the only exceptions made for German citizens or residents. The ban came into effect on Saturday and it has been confirmed there will not be any special allowances for Liverpool.

Source: https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/12208782/liverpool-not-allowed-to-face-champions-league-opponents-rb-leipzig-in-germany-due-to-coronavirus-restrictions



Source: https://www.oddsportal.com/soccer/europe/champions-league/

It will be interesting to see how the odds develop if both games really do take place at Anfield. The fact that the first leg is not being played in Leipzig should be a clear advantage for Liverpool.

Another confirmation of this news: https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/world/liverpool-cannot-face-rb-leipzig-in-germany-due-to-covid-19-border-restrictions/ar-BB1doHwW?MSCC=1605609063

Croatian online portal Index also shared news about it here: https://www.index.hr/sport/clanak/liverpool-ne-smije-igrati-u-njemackoj-sto-sad/2252057.aspx?index_tid=91452
and in their commentary they also mention the possibility of canceling the match between Manchester City and Borussia Mönchengladbach.
Reportedly, UEFA already has a plan for this possibility and the matches should be played by April 2 at the latest.

[coinlocket$]

It will be interesting to see how the odds develop if both games really do take place at Anfield. The fact that the first leg is not being played in Leipzig should be a clear advantage for Liverpool.

Why? I think without fans the home-away factor its gone.
Players can be less stressed without moving in another country yes but in the end it easier to play AWAY in a stadium without fans.

Anyway, this is something important, which are the other countries who are doing this?

AFAIK Italy-Portugal is a "green zone" atm and should have no problems.

[babo]

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If we take the last matches of the teams, then the following situation emerges. But we must not forget that everything can change literally tomorrow.
Leipzig (GER) - Liverpool (ENG)
Barcellona (ESP) - Paris (FRA)

17 feb e 9 march
Porto (POR) - Juventus (ITA)
Siviglia (ESP) - Borussia Dortmund (GER)

23 feb e 17 march
Lazio (ITA) - Bayern (GER)
Atlético (ESP) - Chelsea (ENG)

24 feb e 16 march
Borussia Mönchengladbach (GER) - Manchester City (ENG)
Atalanta (ITA) - Real Madrid (ESP)

Wow you bet on my team, Atalanta? Why?
Atalanta are a great team, but still have little experience at the international level
in my heart I hope he wins, but I know the chances are low

let's hope at least it's a fun game

[Daniel91]

The BBC has published the official UEFA position on the possibility of postponing the match between Liverpool and Leipzig.
Here is a summary:

''European football's governing body Uefa has updated its regulations for the knockout stages of the Champions League and Europa League amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
If restrictions imposed in a country could result in a match not taking place, "the home club must propose a suitable alternative venue, which may be in a neutral country. However, if the host club fails to do that and it is not possible to play the game at another venue or on a different date, Uefa says it will deem the match to have been forfeited, with the home side losing 3-0.
Uefa added: "In all cases, the venue of a match must be approved by the Uefa administration, which has the right to assign an alternative venue for any particular match or even to decide that either or both legs of the relevant round to be rescheduled and/or played in a neutral country (within the territory of a Uefa member association) and/or organised as a single-leg. These decisions are final."
Judging by this, the match between Liverpool and Leipzig will certainly take place but not in Germany but in another country with less strict Covid rules.
The German club will therefore be at a disadvantage because they will not be able to play at their stadium and in their country.
It seems to me that such situations could affect the regularity of the competition itself.

Source: https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/55941213

[babo]

postponing is the only one solution

unfortunately we live in very particular times, and we cannot do otherwise (i mean covid)

indeed there are games to keep us company, think if they closed championships and cups, we could watch the games of the past (and it's not a nice thing)

[tyz]

The BBC has published the official UEFA position on the possibility of postponing the match between Liverpool and Leipzig.
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If the match Leipzig against Liverpool is postponed, then the game Gladbach against ManCity should actually also be postponed, as there is the same constellation here. As the German media reported this morning, Gladbach is already looking for an alternative venue in Denmark.