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

[Apes]

There is nothing to worry about Juventus in the absence of Ronaldo and also, in that group G I'm sure Juventus and Barcelona will definitely move on to the next round, maybe only Dynamo kyiv will be the dark horse but I'm not sure about that. So, whether there is Ronaldo or not, Juventus will still be safe there.

yes right, nothing to worry about for juventus. My prediction in Group G only Barcelona and Juventus who have the greatest chance of advancing to the next phase. and if CR recovers quickly, he may be able to graze in the next 2 to 3 weeks a head.
losing CR in the match against Dynamo Kyiv I think the manager has a lot of options with which to pick points.
because of Juventus player overall statistics are better than Dynamo Kyiv surely not a big deal, without CR they can handle it

[Swordsoffreedom]

Wait, has the news been confirmed?

Check out this news
https://edition.cnn.com/2020/10/13/football/cristiano-ronaldo-coronavirus-spt-intl/index.html
https://www.skysports.com/football/news/13954/12103267/cristiano-ronaldo-portugal-and-juventus-star-tests-positive-for-coronavirus
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2020/oct/13/cristiano-ronaldo-tests-positive-for-coronavirus-portugal-confirm

What do you think? How successful can the Juventus team be without Ronaldo?

Of course not, Ronaldo's presence on the field will really help Juventus attack line. Without his presence I thought Juventus lacked strength in front of the opponent's goal. Even if there are other player who can replace Ronaldo role, it will never be the same. Ronaldo is a player that his opponent are wary of, dangerous and sharp. However, without it in the field it would be very different. But, Juventus should not rely solely on player like Ronaldo, who is not good as it could lead to a lack of team spirit in his absence.

Agree with your thought. Ronaldo is the one of the best strikers in the world. The main and important players of Juventus attack lineup. I don't think Juventus can win with Barcelona without Ronald. Because Koeman is using every player in his team very well and in the right position. As a result, they are able to win the match. I think without Ronaldo, Juventus will be on the field to draw with Barcelona.

[swogerino]

I think Juventus will have a hard time against Barcelona if Ronaldo doesn’t heal until then.Juventus needs a really good striker in order to be able to try and win against Barcelona.I hope in the end with or without Ronaldo this can be a beautiful game to watch and why not we to make money by betting on it.It is in the strong games where money is in sport betting.

[babo]

Barcellona isnt old Barcellona, guys.
Remember Champions League: he took a lot of good goals, and he was really humiliated.
The one of the past, would not have made such a fool. So what you say about Ronaldo is not "real".
Ronaldo in important, but Juventus can win anyway.

[slaman29]

As a Barca fan, I actually prefer for CR7 to be fit and healthy in time for our clash. He always brought out the best in Messi and this time he's meeting a much weakened Barcelona, but I personally think our team rises to the occassion when Messi is extra fired up, and for sure the presence of Ronaldo will do that:)

[DeathAngel]

As a Barca fan, I actually prefer for CR7 to be fit and healthy in time for our clash. He always brought out the best in Messi and this time he's meeting a much weakened Barcelona, but I personally think our team rises to the occassion when Messi is extra fired up, and for sure the presence of Ronaldo will do that:)

Messi vs Ronaldo, the mid 30’s geriatric version
No, I’ve loved seeing their careers & they're still world class, it’ll be great to see them face off twice in the group stage.

[casperBGD]

As a Barca fan, I actually prefer for CR7 to be fit and healthy in time for our clash. He always brought out the best in Messi and this time he's meeting a much weakened Barcelona, but I personally think our team rises to the occassion when Messi is extra fired up, and for sure the presence of Ronaldo will do that:)

Messi vs Ronaldo, the mid 30’s geriatric version
No, I’ve loved seeing their careers & they're still world class, it’ll be great to see them face off twice in the group stage.

they are too long on the stage, and people get use it their rivalry, but it is good to see some changes and new blood in football, with different teams on the top, than Barcelona and Real, at least that is my opinion, it is simply enough of them in last ten years, i like to see new faces and new players on the pitch

it makes football more interesting

[hilariousandco]

As a Barca fan, I actually prefer for CR7 to be fit and healthy in time for our clash. He always brought out the best in Messi and this time he's meeting a much weakened Barcelona, but I personally think our team rises to the occassion when Messi is extra fired up, and for sure the presence of Ronaldo will do that:)

Who doesn't want to see Ronaldo play? Him vs Messi is always good to see.

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[Swordsoffreedom]

As a Barca fan, I actually prefer for CR7 to be fit and healthy in time for our clash. He always brought out the best in Messi and this time he's meeting a much weakened Barcelona, but I personally think our team rises to the occassion when Messi is extra fired up, and for sure the presence of Ronaldo will do that:)

Who doesn't want to see Ronaldo play? Him vs Messi is always good to see.

By the way, if anyone wants to to join the upcoming Champion's League pool you can do so here: https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=5282018.msg55378160#msg55378160

It will cost around £25 in bitcoin and all the money taken in will be split between the top five users at the end of the competition. Due to starting it late I won't be collecting in money until a month or so from now so get signed up asap and worry about paying later.

You know, any match of Messi vs CR7 is always enjoyable. 
Two world-class players who play against each other. Actually, I really miss the matches when Ronaldo was playing for Real Madrid. Still I can remember, I was waiting all night to see the magic of Messi and Ronaldo. No matter which team won, the main thing is we could enjoy an exciting match. 
I wish Cr7 will recover soon and will return to the field before the match with Barcelona.  Then we can enjoy an exciting game of Barcelona vs Juventus.

@hilariousandco, It's really good enough that the cost is only £25, Hopefully it will be reasonable for everyone and we all "gambling guy" are waiting for this pool. 

[CryptocurencyKing]

The Ronaldo coronavirus positive test is legit. The portuguese football federation released his status to the press few days ago and cnn has carried the news. https://edition.cnn.com/2020/10/13/football/cristiano-ronaldo-coronavirus-spt-intl/
I believe it's true, of course it has to be. Which nation would release a statement such as this against it's top player especially with the fact that, it's sure to make him miss matches until he is confirmed contamination free. He's said to be in isolation and undergoing treatment to prevent further contamination. This is bad news not just to the portuguese national team but more for Juventus although, there matches ahead against Crotone in Seria A and Dynamo Kyiv in the Uefa Champions League group games doesn't seem like a tough one. Though, his phone impact would be missed.

[bct_ail]

Not all eyes on Ronaldo. Because there is still the risk that the other person will be infected with Corona.    So maybe Ronaldo will be able to play, but maybe Messi will be tested positive for Covid-19 before the game...

[coinlocket$]

Juventus have players who have stopped. I think it's a lot not only Ronaldo who is the main player but without him it will definitely be stronger to face opponents in UEFA.

It's also true that Juventus and Barcelona will remain safe in the group stage, maybe only breaking down the group, but this doesn't matter Juventus will perform brilliantly later at UEFA, believing that there are 2 scapegoats who will be eliminated.

One more is now positive with COVID, his name is McKennie and Ramsey is Injuried if another in the midfield will be sick/injured than problems will starts.

We are only in October with 7 more months of COVID (as we just saw it seems is weaker in summer) and hard times if a Vaccine will not come out soon.

[DeathAngel]

Juventus have players who have stopped. I think it's a lot not only Ronaldo who is the main player but without him it will definitely be stronger to face opponents in UEFA.

It's also true that Juventus and Barcelona will remain safe in the group stage, maybe only breaking down the group, but this doesn't matter Juventus will perform brilliantly later at UEFA, believing that there are 2 scapegoats who will be eliminated.

One more is now positive with COVID, his name is McKennie and Ramsey is Injuried if another in the midfield will be sick/injured than problems will starts.

We are only in October with 7 more months of COVID (as we just saw it seems is weaker in summer) and hard times if a Vaccine will not come out soon.

I have a feeling most European countries will go into another full lockdown in the next few months. I hope I’m wrong but it just seems that more & more infections are happening every week.

[snipie]

I have a feeling most European countries will go into another full lockdown in the next few months. I hope I’m wrong but it just seems that more & more infections are happening every week.

Full luckdown will not happens unless in a limited region, maybe, and for 14-21 days maximum. Countries seem to get pissed with the disastrous consequences on its economies but people can get sick as many as possible until a vaccine comes...
The silly Nations League pause ended and back to CL and awesome leagues matches 

[kawetsriyanto]

The Ronaldo coronavirus positive test is legit. The portuguese football federation released his status to the press few days ago and cnn has carried the news. https://edition.cnn.com/2020/10/13/football/cristiano-ronaldo-coronavirus-spt-intl/

Indeed, it is true. The test shows positive, then Ronaldo has no choice, he should take a rest and get some health treatment. Let's hope that he will be okay and can come back to play very soon. Actually, not only him to get positive on the test, there are some other Juve players else. This is rather bad news, I think Football competition is needed to consider for a temporary stop (paused), including UEFA Champions League competition.

[suzanne5223]

The Ronaldo coronavirus positive test is legit. The portuguese football federation released his status to the press few days ago and cnn has carried the news. https://edition.cnn.com/2020/10/13/football/cristiano-ronaldo-coronavirus-spt-intl/

Indeed, it is true. The test shows positive, then Ronaldo has no choice, he should take a rest and get some health treatment. Let's hope that he will be okay and can come back to play very soon. Actually, not only him to get positive on the test, there are some other Juve players else. This is rather bad news, I think Football competition is needed to consider for a temporary stop (paused), including UEFA Champions League competition.

I shocked when I heard the news of Ronaldo testing positive for covid 19 and I was like how did he contacted it. Does anyone if his family are negative? Meanwhile, with the level, Ronaldo use to train and medical practitioners help he will be okay faster than we can imagine cause his absent wont affect his club in their SerieA and UEFA match

[MCobian]

The Ronaldo coronavirus positive test is legit. The portuguese football federation released his status to the press few days ago and cnn has carried the news. https://edition.cnn.com/2020/10/13/football/cristiano-ronaldo-coronavirus-spt-intl/

Indeed, it is true. The test shows positive, then Ronaldo has no choice, he should take a rest and get some health treatment. Let's hope that he will be okay and can come back to play very soon. Actually, not only him to get positive on the test, there are some other Juve players else. This is rather bad news, I think Football competition is needed to consider for a temporary stop (paused), including UEFA Champions League competition.

I shocked when I heard the news of Ronaldo testing positive for covid 19 and I was like how did he contacted it. Does anyone if his family are negative? Meanwhile, with the level, Ronaldo use to train and medical practitioners help he will be okay faster than we can imagine cause his absent wont affect his club in their SerieA and UEFA match

All Ronaldo fans must be shocked to hear this bad news, possibility of being infected at the Juventus training camp when the Juventus vs Napoli
match is postponed. Because there are several Juventus staff who are positive for COVID19, the possibility that Ronaldo was infected there. But
I'm sure Ronaldo will recover quickly, Moreover, according to the news I read, Ronaldo didn't feel any symptoms. Unfortunately Ronaldo cannot
play against Crotone later in Serie A, but I believe Juventus can win against Crotone without Ronaldo.

[Juggy777]

The Ronaldo coronavirus positive test is legit. The portuguese football federation released his status to the press few days ago and cnn has carried the news. https://edition.cnn.com/2020/10/13/football/cristiano-ronaldo-coronavirus-spt-intl/

Indeed, it is true. The test shows positive, then Ronaldo has no choice, he should take a rest and get some health treatment. Let's hope that he will be okay and can come back to play very soon. Actually, not only him to get positive on the test, there are some other Juve players else. This is rather bad news, I think Football competition is needed to consider for a temporary stop (paused), including UEFA Champions League competition.

I shocked when I heard the news of Ronaldo testing positive for covid 19 and I was like how did he contacted it. Does anyone if his family are negative? Meanwhile, with the level, Ronaldo use to train and medical practitioners help he will be okay faster than we can imagine cause his absent wont affect his club in their SerieA and UEFA match

All Ronaldo fans must be shocked to hear this bad news, possibility of being infected at the Juventus training camp when the Juventus vs Napoli
match is postponed. Because there are several Juventus staff who are positive for COVID19, the possibility that Ronaldo was infected there. But
I'm sure Ronaldo will recover quickly, Moreover, according to the news I read, Ronaldo didn't feel any symptoms. Unfortunately Ronaldo cannot
play against Crotone later in Serie A, but I believe Juventus can win against Crotone without Ronaldo.

@MCobian in my personal opinion Ronaldo will recover very soon, because as a footballer he has higher immunity levels which will assist him in beating this virus. Furthermore according to media news he’s recovering, and those player’s who came in close proximity with him have tested negative which proves that this was indeed a mild infection.

Source:

https://www.bloombergquint.com/coronavirus-outbreak/soccer-player-cristiano-ronaldo-tests-positive-for-coronavirus

[yeamin.rsl]

UEFA have confirmed that Cristiano Ronaldo must provide a negative COVID-19 test no less than one week before Juventus play Barcelona in order to play in the match.

[bct_ail]

The silly Nations League pause ended and back to CL and awesome leagues matches 

Yes, I happy to. I don’t know a fan which have any happiness about the games from the Nations League. Okay, the one or another watching few games. But the most games a pretty boring. I really hope, the Nations League will be abolished.