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

[Bloodseekers]

Real Madrid are good. Pity PSG didn't make the quarter finals, but Real was better. Manchester City didn't bother against Sporting and decided not to waste any energy. So far in the Champions League everything is going without surprises. I think that the next matches may be unpredictable, in three games there was a draw and it is not known who will be stronger. So far, I have no doubts only about Chelsea.

It's a shame that PSG ended up not being able to continue to the next stage. Indeed, Madrid admits that last night's performance was very good, especially Modric and Benzema. After Ronaldo's departure, Benzema became a very reliable striker. I now believe, Money can't buy achievements, PSG is wasting their money to buy the world's Top Players but their achievements at international level are very drinking not balanced with spending in hunting for star players.

[CryptocurencyKing]

For some reason it was predictable to me that Real would beat PSG... Benzema showed who's boss on the field! The French certainly have a stars team, but they lack the teamwork and experience in such competitions... No wonder Real lost away and defeated PSG at home!

During the preview, I mentioned how PSG will approach this game. I expect loads of running and physicality in the middle of the park, That midfield went to Madrid...so much was at stake. Real Madrid needed to take risks from the get go. PSG has shown to the world that football is not all about content (quality of players) but team work. PSG don't play as a team they play in an individual capacity. You need to have a history with the Champions League to win it, you can have all the money, all the talents, but if you don't work for one another on the pitch you will never lift that trophy as a team. Real Madrid's performance & mentality in the UCL is unreal.

[rby]

I was amazed by Mauricio Pochettino when he was in Spurs, I was in awe of his remarkable achievements. I always imagine what wonders he could achieve with better players. Now here he is with Neymar, Mbappe, Messi, Marco Verratti and he is still not able to convince the world what his level is as a football manager

Poche was not too poor in that match, he did what he is supposed to do but he did not do something extra. His only sin is that he was supposed to introduce a defender to defend the two goals. Even at that many coaches like Klopp may not consider that as a problem because he has Mbappe, Neymar and Messi that is terrorising Madrid defence.
Madrid coach was wiser to have introduced Rodrigo to join force with Vinicius and force more attacks. Was Messi as accurate as Benzema psg would have been the winners. Poche shouldn't be over blamed though

[Spack17]

If PSG didn't make many mistakes, they would have been in the quarter finals now. But these mistakes played a big role in this huge loss by 3-1. Real Madrid were very good at making use of the chances they found. They owe Benzema too much for this match. He was already having a great season and this was one of his best performances. Mbappe must be really sad after this result and his job is done here for sure now. PSG still can't become the champions in the Champions League although they have made important signings and strengthened their lineup a lot.

[BuNga_cute]

Benzema was the most shining name by scoring 3 goals in yesterday's match. Everyone enjoyed his game, but I think there was one more star in the match, Modric. Even at 36, he scares all defenders and makes great passes. He only had 1 assist yesterday but he could have had many more assists, they missed too many goals. He amazed me with every pass he made.
We watched a match as exciting and good as the final match

I agree with you, the atmosphere of the Real Madrid vs PSG match is like a final match. It was obvious that both teams were trying to win the game,
but I admit that Real Madrid as the host played more aggressively. Especially in the second half almost all Real Madrid players played quite well
in my opinion, but unfortunately not for Marco Asensio who played below par. I agree apart from Benzema we must not forget the contribution of Modric.
Even though Luka Modric is 36 years old, his vision of playing is extraordinary. Modric overwhelmed PSG defenders with some of the breakthrough passes
often given to Real Madrid forwards. One of Benzema's goals came from Modric's assist, Real Madrid might not be able to beat PSG without Modric's presence.

[fiulpro]

Benzema was the most shining name by scoring 3 goals in yesterday's match. Everyone enjoyed his game, but I think there was one more star in the match, Modric. Even at 36, he scares all defenders and makes great passes. He only had 1 assist yesterday but he could have had many more assists, they missed too many goals. He amazed me with every pass he made.
We watched a match as exciting and good as the final match

I agree with you, the atmosphere of the Real Madrid vs PSG match is like a final match. It was obvious that both teams were trying to win the game,
but I admit that Real Madrid as the host played more aggressively. Especially in the second half almost all Real Madrid players played quite well
in my opinion, but unfortunately not for Marco Asensio who played below par. I agree apart from Benzema we must not forget the contribution of Modric.
Even though Luka Modric is 36 years old, his vision of playing is extraordinary. Modric overwhelmed PSG defenders with some of the breakthrough passes
often given to Real Madrid forwards. One of Benzema's goals came from Modric's assist, Real Madrid might not be able to beat PSG without Modric's presence.

Modric at 36 outclassed the whole of the PSG team in the final 20 minutes. The look of Messi's "poker face" when Luka took him out cleanly when on the counter attack. Oh the roar. Neymar was tragic, literally so sub par. Mbappes audition for real Madrid this summer has been submitted, a cheat code for a player, this young french man has the world as his oyster ahead of him.
But the champions league experience - not that PSG doesn't have that- was on display in Madrid last night, I can tell Bayern will be looking ahead with doubt in their minds on the way to the final. City I feel if stick to the game plan can dominate every other team in the league. From a united fan cries

[tokeweed]

^  With City hah, yeah.  That second leg against Lyon a couple of years ago always comes to mind.  Lol.  I think Pep should learn his lesson not to over think what the other team is thinking too much.  Pep leveled himself that night cos in hindsight it would've been better to go for the same strategy as the first leg.  

I didn't watch the City match.  What happened?  Stale performance?  Tends to happen with City.  I see it ended in a draw using a strong squad.  Sometimes the stats doesn't tell what really happened in the match.  Needs an eye test but I'm too lazy to watch football replays these days.

[Magicalking]

Before the first leg of the fixture, it was a common belief amongst football fans that PSG can dismantle and beat Real Madrid silly but what everyone thought Madrid had over them was the winning mentality and experience. Funny enough, this played out on both legs of the fixture. From the coach to the players in that Madrid team, they are strong mentally. Over 80% of the Madrid players are proven winners hence they were confident on turning the tie around and they so did.

[watergold]

Of the 4 games that have not been played in the second leg, Chelsea has a great chance of qualifying and accompanying Bayern Munich, Liverpool, Manchester City, and Real Madrid who first stepped into the top 8. If Chelsea qualify, it will add representatives from England in the top 8, especially if Manchester United can win the match against Atletico Madrid, it is certain that the Champions League will be dominated by teams from England.

[Zlantann]

It was a very bad defending for PSG. They were the better side and had the oppurtunity to win the match after Mbappe's goal. I will continue to say it Mbappe, Neymar and Messi wouldn't survive together in PSG, one of them have to go. I am sure this loss would separate them. Legend Modric and the old war horse Karim are dependable player. They make me remember the saying that old wine taste better. 

[Magicalking]

Before the match begin some people predict Messi will scoring goals because during in Barcelona while against Madrid he always did that but in this match he seems to be dissapears and cannot showing good performance and Madrid deserved for this winning however besides that 2 england teams already qualified and next week if Man Utd and Chelsea can win which mean 4 england teams will went to quarterfinal and i expect all England teams in the final match

Messi not performing better like when he was in Barcelona can be because of age telling on him you can't expect him to be so active the way he was like 3,5 years back. Real Madrid performance was expressive, earlier before the match started I was contemplating if real madrid can defeat psg but Real Madrid ended up with good result.

It is okay for fans to have predicted that Messi would score against Madrid, his history with them is super impressive but what many failed to realise is that Messi hasn't been his best since joining PSG and again, age have a way of taking away some of the "superpowers" of these athletes.The four teams from the EPL are expected to qualify except for Manchester United that’s really lukewarm but if they do, it's very likely to get two of them facing each other in the final.

[repear7]

After watching yesterday's game, I feel very bad. It was great to see the game between Real Madrid vs PSG. Because I've been a fan of Messi since I was little. I thought I would see a goal at Messi's feet tomorrow but it didn't happen. PSG played very well in the first half but didn't play well in the second half. Real Madrid's Benzema has played very well. At the end of all PSG 1-3 Real Madrid.

[xmonkeyx]

After watching yesterday's game, I feel very bad. It was great to see the game between Real Madrid vs PSG. Because I've been a fan of Messi since I was little. I thought I would see a goal at Messi's feet tomorrow but it didn't happen. PSG played very well in the first half but didn't play well in the second half. Real Madrid's Benzema has played very well. At the end of all PSG 1-3 Real Madrid.

I think this result is inseparable from the winning mentality that Real Madrid has, Real Madrid is the team that has won the most UCL trophies even though they have lost in the 1st leg and left behind in the first half of the 2nd leg but their mentality is able to turn things around by scoring 3 goals . PSG don't lose in quality but they lose mentality.

[bekti3]

If PSG didn't make many mistakes, they would have been in the quarter finals now. But these mistakes played a big role in this huge loss by 3-1. Real Madrid were very good at making use of the chances they found. They owe Benzema too much for this match. He was already having a great season and this was one of his best performances. Mbappe must be really sad after this result and his job is done here for sure now. PSG still can't become the champions in the Champions League although they have made important signings and strengthened their lineup a lot.

The results are in sight and Madrid are now there because they won, after that there is no "If" because now is the time to see the progress.
It doesn't matter if PSG made a mistake or whatever it is clear they lost and this is still proof that indeed they are still not ready to be in the UCL.
In terms of players maybe yes but in terms of teamwork, tactics and strategies they are still lagging behind.

[Balmain]

PSG dominated the game well in the first half but a lot of mistakes were made. Great opportunities missed. Real-madrid had good opportunities in the second half and veteran striker Benzama made good use of it all. Real Madrid should never be underestimated. Although there are the best players in the world on the opposite side, football players like mbabbe, messi, neyma. Real-Madrid has always been successful in this champions league.

[Bloodseekers]

If PSG didn't make many mistakes, they would have been in the quarter finals now. But these mistakes played a big role in this huge loss by 3-1. Real Madrid were very good at making use of the chances they found. They owe Benzema too much for this match. He was already having a great season and this was one of his best performances. Mbappe must be really sad after this result and his job is done here for sure now. PSG still can't become the champions in the Champions League although they have made important signings and strengthened their lineup a lot.

The results are in sight and Madrid are now there because they won, after that there is no "If" because now is the time to see the progress.
It doesn't matter if PSG made a mistake or whatever it is clear they lost and this is still proof that indeed they are still not ready to be in the UCL.
In terms of players maybe yes but in terms of teamwork, tactics and strategies they are still lagging behind.

maybe the one to blame in my opinion is the coach. I think it's time for PSG to look for a coach who has proven his achievements, and it is not difficult for PSG to get a top coach in the world. Even though the composition of PSG's players is very high quality compared to Real Madrid. Carlo Ancelotti is one very great coach while the PSG coach is unproven and has never won a championship. this is what differentiated Last night between Madrid and PSG

[Luzin]

If PSG didn't make many mistakes, they would have been in the quarter finals now. But these mistakes played a big role in this huge loss by 3-1. Real Madrid were very good at making use of the chances they found. They owe Benzema too much for this match. He was already having a great season and this was one of his best performances. Mbappe must be really sad after this result and his job is done here for sure now. PSG still can't become the champions in the Champions League although they have made important signings and strengthened their lineup a lot.

No, it's a PSG game like that. They haven't been a solid team. Relying on Messi, Mbaape and Neymar has not been enough to build the mentality of other players. I'm pretty sure after the first leg Madrid will be able to qualify in the 2nd leg. Although I was scared when Madrid lost 1-0. But Madrid proved they have a great mentality, madrid players show experience to keep playing calm and keep trying to score. I was very impressed with Modric's performances he played very well even though he was not young. 

[udidrone]

PSG dominated the game well in the first half but a lot of mistakes were made. Great opportunities missed. Real-madrid had good opportunities in the second half and veteran striker Benzama made good use of it all. Real Madrid should never be underestimated. Although there are the best players in the world on the opposite side, football players like mbabbe, messi, neyma. Real-Madrid has always been successful in this champions league.

I even said goodbye Madrid when PSG scored the first goal because I think it will be difficult for Madrid to score 2 goals to equalize on aggregate in fact i was wrong
And surprised to see the final score 3-1 even more surprised to see Benzema scored all the goals totally unexpected turn things around fast. I will not underestimate Madrid again under any circumstances.

[mrongoz_imut]

No, it's a PSG game like that. They haven't been a solid team. Relying on Messi, Mbaape and Neymar has not been enough to build the mentality of other players. I'm pretty sure after the first leg Madrid will be able to qualify in the 2nd leg. Although I was scared when Madrid lost 1-0. But Madrid proved they have a great mentality, madrid players show experience to keep playing calm and keep trying to score. I was very impressed with Modric's performances he played very well even though he was not young. 

Just less leader on PSG team player and I think how many star player composition is not enough without have great captain team as leader maybe like Carles Puyol or Sergio Ramos where could give motivate for their team keep focus and go ahead although have loss. Marquinhos is not potential and great leader for PSG player he less speak on the field and not any motivation given when his team have loss three goals exactly still have chance for PSG maybe if have great leader or captain could give motivation how to wake up after Benzema goals.
 

[MinoRaiola]

I agree with you, the atmosphere of the Real Madrid vs PSG match is like a final match. It was obvious that both teams were trying to win the game,
but I admit that Real Madrid as the host played more aggressively. Especially in the second half almost all Real Madrid players played quite well
in my opinion, but unfortunately not for Marco Asensio who played below par. I agree apart from Benzema we must not forget the contribution of Modric.
Even though Luka Modric is 36 years old, his vision of playing is extraordinary. Modric overwhelmed PSG defenders with some of the breakthrough passes
often given to Real Madrid forwards. One of Benzema's goals came from Modric's assist, Real Madrid might not be able to beat PSG without Modric's presence.

Why Kylian Mbappe when you have Karim Benzema? Only because of the age and the future. A hat-trick in 17 minutes and that too in the Champions League - sensational. The three goals show how strong he is, technique (the 3:1 for example), he is a top player. The hat-trick started with a mistake by Gianluigi Donnarumma, if that hadn't happened we wouldn't be talking about Benzema. But that's how it is and there will always be someone who has to make a mistake before a goal. Now the question is: what happens when Kylian Mbappe plays together with Benzema? Will it be a competition?