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

[W Jr.]

Real Madrid is in trouble anyway. Being 1-0 down against PSG is tough because their offense is so strong. Having Mbappe, Neymar and Messi against you in a game that allows for PSG to play counter attacks is really difficult to pull off. I guess that even in the second leg Real will play a very strategic game and try to be patient. They can also turn things around in a late game.

Attacking, controlling the game without forgetting to defend, I think this will be Real Madrid's strategy. Because if they just played like they did in the first leg, they would really lose. We cannot deny that Paris Saint-Germain are a good team and they are reinforced with star names. At least they have to catch up with one goal first. After that they will play comfortably.

They have a win in the first match. That's why Paris SG will play comfortably. Real Madrid must take risks. They should play a game that puts more emphasis on the offensive direction. If they do not score, they will return to Spain empty-handed. Real Madrid is very close to the championship in La Liga this year. And they expect UCL success. For this, they have to eliminate Paris SG.

[Jackl87]

Real Madrid is in trouble anyway. Being 1-0 down against PSG is tough because their offense is so strong. Having Mbappe, Neymar and Messi against you in a game that allows for PSG to play counter attacks is really difficult to pull off. I guess that even in the second leg Real will play a very strategic game and try to be patient. They can also turn things around in a late game.

Attacking, controlling the game without forgetting to defend, I think this will be Real Madrid's strategy. Because if they just played like they did in the first leg, they would really lose. We cannot deny that Paris Saint-Germain are a good team and they are reinforced with star names. At least they have to catch up with one goal first. After that they will play comfortably.

I also think that the best strategy for Real Madrid in the second leg would be to stay patient especially in the beginning of the match and try to get control over the game, having more ball possession than PSG and slowly but surely get more confidence to risk a little more in order to score the much needed goal. It is definitely true that PSG is very dangerous because Mbappe is probably one of the best players in the world if you want to perform quick counter attacks, but of course Real Madrid also knows that and i also think that if there are clubs in the world that don't get nervous even is they are still behind in the 70th minute or so, then it is Real Madrid, i think they still have good chances to advance.

[ahmia39]

Real Madrid is in trouble anyway. Being 1-0 down against PSG is tough because their offense is so strong. Having Mbappe, Neymar and Messi against you in a game that allows for PSG to play counter attacks is really difficult to pull off. I guess that even in the second leg Real will play a very strategic game and try to be patient. They can also turn things around in a late game.

Attacking, controlling the game without forgetting to defend, I think this will be Real Madrid's strategy. Because if they just played like they did in the first leg, they would really lose. We cannot deny that Paris Saint-Germain are a good team and they are reinforced with star names. At least they have to catch up with one goal first. After that they will play comfortably.

in the 2nd leg match I believe Real Madrid will make extra efforts to always put pressure on PSG especially Los Blancos playing at home, 1-0 advantage in the first leg does not make Mauricio Pochettino calm despite being strengthened by many world star players, inconsistency games still often haunt the squad  Les Parisiens, I think Real Madrid will take advantage of all technical as well as non-technical aspects, with experience on the European stage, so Madrid is very open to their chance to continue to advance to the next phase.

[Velvet78]

Real Madrid are of course in trouble as they are disadvantageous now. But there is still nothing ended for them. They will attack with all they have got against PSG in Santiago Bernabeu. And I'm feeling confident that they will make PSG have a hard time here. If Real Madrid score before them, then the game could be even more interesting. Because both of the teams will need to play carefully in that case. And we can even see the extra time and penalty shoot-outs. And this matchup really deserves a big competition.

[Lordhermes]

Real Madrid are of course in trouble as they are disadvantageous now. But there is still nothing ended for them. They will attack with all they have got against PSG in Santiago Bernabeu. And I'm feeling confident that they will make PSG have a hard time here. If Real Madrid score before them, then the game could be even more interesting. Because both of the teams will need to play carefully in that case. And we can even see the extra time and penalty shoot-outs. And this matchup really deserves a big competition.

PSG are aware Real Madrid will be up for a very strong game and will want to do everything within their power to surprisingly eliminate PSG,but it's really going to be tough because PSG will be fighting for goals and will want to score Atleast two goals at Bernabeu.
I see the match to be very interesting to watch,but to me,there is nothing Real Madrid can do again,they might win,but I think PSG will qualify.

[bitzizzix]

Real Madrid are of course in trouble as they are disadvantageous now. But there is still nothing ended for them. They will attack with all they have got against PSG in Santiago Bernabeu. And I'm feeling confident that they will make PSG have a hard time here. If Real Madrid score before them, then the game could be even more interesting. Because both of the teams will need to play carefully in that case. And we can even see the extra time and penalty shoot-outs. And this matchup really deserves a big competition.

Although Real Madrid's recent performance has had its ups and downs and in the second leg it looks like Real Madrid will remain confident and will play more attacking considering that in the second leg they lost 1-0 to PSG through Kylian Mbappe's goal.
And Santiago Bernabeu has many moments like this, comebacks and Real Madrid hope to do the same, because losing 1-0 is not a big loss so there is still a possibility to turn things around if Real Madrid puts a lot of pressure on PSG players It seems PSG prefer to play defensively and take advantage of the opportunity to attack if the opportunity arises.

[Daniel91]

We are only two days far from the beginning of the rematches. And on January 8, there are two games:

Bayern Munich vs Salzburg
Liverpool vs Inter

The first leg of the former matchup ended in a draw by 1-1. And Salzburg would have even won that game too. I didn't like Bayern Munich's performance at all but I don't expect it to affect their performance in the second leg badly either. I think Bayern Munich will crush Salzburg in this game. And when it comes to the latter, Liverpool are already in a comfortable situation as they won the first leg by 2-0. It was not easy though but the result was the most important point. I think they will win here again and finish this.

I agree with you that the hosts are in a big advantage and favorites to advance to the next round of the competition.
Bayern have not been playing well in the German championship lately, so their poor result and play in the first game in Salzburg is not a surprise for me.
In fact, they should have lost that game, but with a lot of luck, they drew, which now gives them a good chance for an overall victory.
Inter also played a very good game against Liverpool and deserved a much better result.
However, they didn't take their chances in the game and Liverpool is big favorite now for overall victory.
Let's not forget, however, that this is the Champions League and that there have been bigger surprises in this competition before  

[KTChampions]

We are only two days far from the beginning of the rematches. And on January 8, there are two games:

Bayern Munich vs Salzburg
Liverpool vs Inter

The first leg of the former matchup ended in a draw by 1-1. And Salzburg would have even won that game too. I didn't like Bayern Munich's performance at all but I don't expect it to affect their performance in the second leg badly either. I think Bayern Munich will crush Salzburg in this game. And when it comes to the latter, Liverpool are already in a comfortable situation as they won the first leg by 2-0. It was not easy though but the result was the most important point. I think they will win here again and finish this.

Both matches look like the result is already clear, but nevertheless, neither Bayern nor Liverpool should relax. I think in any case we will see a productive game because in each pair no one will sit and wait for the end of 90 minutes (although maybe Salzburg would not mind). At the moment, Bayern's quotes for reaching the quarter-finals are 1.08, and Liverpool's are 1.02 (LOL).

[mv1986]

Kroos seems to be injured. Would not actually be good news for Real Madrid...

Even more so for himself. I hope he is going to be healthy. He has a great character and is a great player. Would be sad if he can't support the team and they actually lose the game then. Other than that I would be happy to see PSG advance as well just out of curiosity to see how far they can make it against Man City or Bayern Munich or Liverpool, should it come to those match ups.

Benzema was not completely healthy in the first leg. Yet he was present on the field. And we saw the poor performances of Benzema and Real Madrid. Kross is an important player for Real Madrid. If he is not in the team, Real Madrid will get in trouble again. Real Madrid lost the first match. So there is no option to win the home match against PSG. PSG's gameplay is excellent now. Winning this match will not be easy.

Real Madrid is in trouble anyway. Being 1-0 down against PSG is tough because their offense is so strong. Having Mbappe, Neymar and Messi against you in a game that allows for PSG to play counter attacks is really difficult to pull off. I guess that even in the second leg Real will play a very strategic game and try to be patient. They can also turn things around in a late game.

Even though on aggregate Madrid are 0-1 behind PSG, the opportunity to turn things around is still open.  Seeing this week's results in the domestic league, Madrid succeeded in silencing Real Sociedad with a landslide score of 4-1 this will be an additional motivation for Don Carlo's men, on the other hand PSG reaped a disappointing result where they lost 1-0 against Nice this week.

Correct, but PSG really has zero pressure to win any of the left games in Ligue 1. They'd rather try not to get injured and there is no doubt that PSG played an astonishing first leg against Real in the CL. Real themselves said that the best on that evening was that the result only was a 1-0. It could have been much much worse.

[alegotardo]

Correct, but PSG really has zero pressure to win any of the left games in Ligue 1. They'd rather try not to get injured and there is no doubt that PSG played an astonishing first leg against Real in the CL. Real themselves said that the best on that evening was that the result only was a 1-0. It could have been much much worse.

PSG only played for the draw, they were "comfortable" thinking they had control of the game and didn't expect to concede a goal from Nice at the end of the second half, now they have to run after the damage.
This was the last match of the team before the 'decision' against Real Madrid, for the round of 16 of the Champions League.
Will this defeat influence players' moods for the next game?

[Coyster]

Real Madrid are of course in trouble as they are disadvantageous now. But there is still nothing ended for them.

Not at all, they only trail by a lone goal, and for a team of their standard it is more than recoverable, all they have to do is enter the game with a better tactic than they did in the first leg, they were too timid and not willing to commit men forward, it was more or less like they were just praying for a draw, but Mbappe had other ideas right at the death.

Madrid must come out and put pressure on PSG, afterall they are already behind heading into the game, so it is going to be foolish to concentrate solely on defense, i am pretty sure the two teams are going to entertain us, and since i am neutral in this one, may the better team win.

[hahay]

Real Madrid are of course in trouble as they are disadvantageous now. But there is still nothing ended for them.

Not at all, they only trail by a lone goal, and for a team of their standard it is more than recoverable, all they have to do is enter the game with a better tactic than they did in the first leg, they were too timid and not willing to commit men forward, it was more or less like they were just praying for a draw, but Mbappe had other ideas right at the death.

Madrid must come out and put pressure on PSG, afterall they are already behind heading into the game, so it is going to be foolish to concentrate solely on defense, i am pretty sure the two teams are going to entertain us, and since i am neutral in this one, may the better team win.

Yes, Madrid should not apply a defensive strategy in the second leg later but indeed, implementing a full attack is also a concern because we know PSG's players have good speed and finishing because of the many top players there. Even though the second leg was played at the Santiago Bernabéu but with such quality of players then of course this is a match that will still be difficult for both teams, I personally don't believe in many goals because PSG's defense could also be very strong because they will maintain the advantage 1-0 that they already have.

[junmisakiro]

Real Madrid are of course in trouble as they are disadvantageous now. But there is still nothing ended for them.

Not at all, they only trail by a lone goal, and for a team of their standard it is more than recoverable, all they have to do is enter the game with a better tactic than they did in the first leg, they were too timid and not willing to commit men forward, it was more or less like they were just praying for a draw, but Mbappe had other ideas right at the death.

Madrid must come out and put pressure on PSG, afterall they are already behind heading into the game, so it is going to be foolish to concentrate solely on defense, i am pretty sure the two teams are going to entertain us, and since i am neutral in this one, may the better team win.

Yes, Madrid should not apply a defensive strategy in the second leg later but indeed, implementing a full attack is also a concern because we know PSG's players have good speed and finishing because of the many top players there. Even though the second leg was played at the Santiago Bernabéu but with such quality of players then of course this is a match that will still be difficult for both teams, I personally don't believe in many goals because PSG's defense could also be very strong because they will maintain the advantage 1-0 that they already have.

if both teams play openly and attack each other, chances are there will be many goals in this match.
The quality of the players of both teams between Real Madrid and PSG is almost the same, and if you look at the first leg match I believe PSG will be able to win again even though the last match shown by both teams in their respective domestic leagues this week where Real Madrid could win big and PSG lost, I think UCL games have different tensions for the players.

[hyudien]

Real Madrid are of course in trouble as they are disadvantageous now. But there is still nothing ended for them.

Not at all, they only trail by a lone goal, and for a team of their standard it is more than recoverable, all they have to do is enter the game with a better tactic than they did in the first leg, they were too timid and not willing to commit men forward, it was more or less like they were just praying for a draw, but Mbappe had other ideas right at the death.

Madrid must come out and put pressure on PSG, afterall they are already behind heading into the game, so it is going to be foolish to concentrate solely on defense, i am pretty sure the two teams are going to entertain us, and since i am neutral in this one, may the better team win.

Yes, Madrid should not apply a defensive strategy in the second leg later but indeed, implementing a full attack is also a concern because we know PSG's players have good speed and finishing because of the many top players there. Even though the second leg was played at the Santiago Bernabéu but with such quality of players then of course this is a match that will still be difficult for both teams, I personally don't believe in many goals because PSG's defense could also be very strong because they will maintain the advantage 1-0 that they already have.

In my opinion, for PSG class who will play in Leg 2, the results from Leg 1 are still quite lacking. If you play defensively for more than 90 minutes, it is feared that the onslaught of Real Madrid players will make them weaker. No matter how strong PSG defense is with a defensive style, it is possible for Real Madrid to turn things around. At least the PSG players continued to increase the rhythm of the game and secured more than 1 point.

[Fakhrulenclix]

Real Madrid are of course in trouble as they are disadvantageous now. But there is still nothing ended for them.

Not at all, they only trail by a lone goal, and for a team of their standard it is more than recoverable, all they have to do is enter the game with a better tactic than they did in the first leg, they were too timid and not willing to commit men forward, it was more or less like they were just praying for a draw, but Mbappe had other ideas right at the death.

Madrid must come out and put pressure on PSG, afterall they are already behind heading into the game, so it is going to be foolish to concentrate solely on defense, i am pretty sure the two teams are going to entertain us, and since i am neutral in this one, may the better team win.

Real Madrid just got a big win in their domestic league this week, I'm sure it will boost their mentality better, and in contrast to PSG who suffered a defeat in their domestic league this week.
for the second leg match later I believe both teams will play openly and attack each other, of course it will be very interesting.
falling behind by 1 goal is not the end of everything, anything can still happen especially this second leg match will be played at home to Real Madird Santiago Bernabeu. I think the chances of qualifying are still 50-50 for both teams.

[Luzin]

Not at all, they only trail by a lone goal, and for a team of their standard it is more than recoverable, all they have to do is enter the game with a better tactic than they did in the first leg, they were too timid and not willing to commit men forward, it was more or less like they were just praying for a draw, but Mbappe had other ideas right at the death.

Madrid must come out and put pressure on PSG, afterall they are already behind heading into the game, so it is going to be foolish to concentrate solely on defense, i am pretty sure the two teams are going to entertain us, and since i am neutral in this one, may the better team win.

I think they were a bit lucky to just lose 1-0 in the first leg. The next game will be at the Bernabeu, an advantage that must be taken advantage of. It might look difficult to win 2-0 but they have that ability. They have a good mentality after a 4-1 win to real Sociedad. Of course, this makes them more confident. Their players are also in the best condition. They had to put pressure on PSG from the start match and immediately to score.

[Furious 7]

Real Madrid are of course in trouble as they are disadvantageous now. But there is still nothing ended for them. They will attack with all they have got against PSG in Santiago Bernabeu. And I'm feeling confident that they will make PSG have a hard time here. If Real Madrid score before them, then the game could be even more interesting. Because both of the teams will need to play carefully in that case. And we can even see the extra time and penalty shoot-outs. And this matchup really deserves a big competition.

Hope is still high for them, 1 point aggregate although it is very difficult to follow considering the opponent is PSG but on the other hand this is Barnebeu which is quite haunted for some teams and it is not only a small team but also a big team and PSG could slip there even though indeed they are superior.
I personally really want this Leg 2 to be at Real Madrid but it takes a big sacrifice for that

[fiulpro]

Watching the first game between Paris St German and Real Madrid I came away with the feeling Madrid lacked quality and talent. However, with the likes of luka Modric and Karim Benzema Madrid can change a game in an instant. At the bernabeu as well, the French team will have to make sure their defences are not deterred by the cacophony of the spanish fans. Look out for the super star duo of mbappe and messi to lye dormant until the moments ready. Casimero and Veratti to be booked for you betting fans . Also this week, man united v athletico madrid will be a tense battle of chances missed, both teams lack real quality to win the champions league; therefore each decision on the pitch will be analysed. Other than that, City will dominate lisbon at the emptyhad, slazburg try to upset bayern liverpool and inter will battle it out in anfield, i see no real upset here with liverpool in fine form.

[erep]

I think they were a bit lucky to just lose 1-0 in the first leg. The next game will be at the Bernabeu, an advantage that must be taken advantage of. It might look difficult to win 2-0 but they have that ability. They have a good mentality after a 4-1 win to real Sociedad. Of course, this makes them more confident. Their players are also in the best condition. They had to put pressure on PSG from the start match and immediately to score.

Madrid only have a 1-0 challenge to equalize in the second leg but it is not a difficult challenge for 2 halves, but madrid need to strengthen the back line to avoid getting extra score for PSG, the second match will be awesome to decide the winner between two big clubs.

[Maidak]

Correct, but PSG really has zero pressure to win any of the left games in Ligue 1. They'd rather try not to get injured and there is no doubt that PSG played an astonishing first leg against Real in the CL. Real themselves said that the best on that evening was that the result only was a 1-0. It could have been much much worse.

PSG only played for the draw, they were "comfortable" thinking they had control of the game and didn't expect to concede a goal from Nice at the end of the second half, now they have to run after the damage.
This was the last match of the team before the 'decision' against Real Madrid, for the round of 16 of the Champions League.
Will this defeat influence players' moods for the next game?

PSG lost the match against Nice and that is the reason why don't trust the defense of PSG e against Real Madrid in the upcoming UEFA Champions League match.

But to be fair I think Nice played really well this season and earned their second spot in the table. But PSG really should have won the match and I am sure Real Madrid will be keeping a close eye on PSG. I think PSG underestimated their opponent and paid the price for it.