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

[CryptocurencyKing]

Villarreal's plan was to draw the match goalless with full defensive tactics. But Villarreal's defense could not stand in front of Liverpool's experienced players. Although Villarreal's players put up a good fight against Liverpool in the first half, Mane's goal in the 55th minute gave Liverpool the lead. However, as Liverpool lead 2-0. It is easy to assume that Liverpool is going to win this match. Even after conceding two goals, Villarreal is still playing defensive tactics.

Despite the massive defense of Villarreal, Liverpool still managed to get a comfortable advantage before the return game (after the first half, when Liverpool were practically not allowed to shoot from inside the penalty area, I began to doubt it). Now the return game could be almost a cakewalk for Liverpool as Villarreal will be forced to open up and in such a game Liverpool's advantage will be even greater.

Villarreal frustrated them with their defensive grit. They thwarted everything Liverpool had in store in the opening half. Villarreal had a plan but they couldn’t execute it. They were no match for Liverpool going forward as they suffocated upfront. They were unable to move out of their own half and when they did, they failed to find the right pass in the final third. I think Unai Emery executed the same tactics he used against Bayern Munich but in this one Villarreal did not pose any threat to Liverpool going forward. They had just one shot throughout the game. Liverpool were dominant in a first half where they would have scored at least a couple of goals had they not lacked a finishing touch.

[Sebas.tian]

I just woke up from sleep and was very surprised to see today's UCL result , I think Villarreal can at least score 1 goal in their away game and repay it at home. Based on match statistics, Liverpool fully dominated this match, they managed to create a lot of goal opportunities (19 attempted shots, 5 of them were shots on goal), in contrast to Villarreal which only had 1 attempted shot and 0 shots on goal

Liverpool made the game so difficult for Villarreal to have a goal because they were fully prepared to use home advantage to defeat Villarreal. Statistics showed that Liverpool team performed well than Villarreal team in this first leg which will give Liverpool more confidence to play Villarreal in the second leg to achieve the victory. Villarreal players tried their possible to make the match draw but Liverpool players later introduced another tactics that made them to achieved 2 goals in the second half to defeated Villarreal 2-0 for the favour of Liverpool.

[Rruchi man]

Liverpool humiliated their guests, Villarreal with a scoresheet of 2-0 in Anfied. The game was a frustrating one for both Unai Emery and the team. Liverpool dominated in both halves. They recorded a total ball dominance of 66% and Villarreal only had 33%. Although, Villarreal really tried their best to hold the reds down in the first half, and making the first halve to end in a goal-less draw for both sides. Villarreal didn't come for a win in the game, rather they came to knot a draw tie with Liverpool perhaps they succeeded in the first halve but failed to continue when they conceded two goals within the range 53 and 55 minutes of second half.

Liverpool is such a team in form, to play them and make it your sole plan to defend may cost you the game because they always somehow manage to find their way through any defense. With that two goals advantage, i think Liverpool have already secured their place in the finals, because i don't think Villarreal have what it takes to turn things around in the second leg.

On the other hand, Manchester city and Real Madrid game is far from over and both coaches know it, in the second leg Real Madrid can still turn things around because they can, Manchester city if they want to play in the finals against Liverpool, they will need to tighten their seatbelts when they visit Real Madrid at home.

[Bitinity]

Regarding the statistic of match why Villareal lack of shot on goals because during the match Villareal cannot develop their game because Liverpool too dominated the match and defensive style from Emery has been predicted By Klopp that's why since the beginning of match Liverpool very disciplined play with high pressure and Liverpool deserve to win the match but this is not over yet because there is second leg to played so Liverpool should focus for that match

I think it is not because they could not develop their game but it is because their defensive strategy. They know very well how dangerous Liverpool's attacking side, so they prefer to focus on defense only to avoid losing with too many goals. The same was applied when they met Juventus and Bayern. Unfortunately this time Liverpool were able to score 2 goals and they could not score a single goal like what they did before. Basically Villareal's strategy works really well in the 1st half as they were able to keep the net untouched with goal but 2nd half was a bit different as they conceded by 2 goals in few minutes only.

[fzkto]

Well, it's probably safe to say that Liverpool have one foot in the final. Villarreal were unlucky. Liverpool only allowed them one shot in the whole game, which is saying a lot. Being two points behind Liverpool is fatal. I guess the home game can't decide anything anymore.

[leea-1334]

I just woke up from sleep and was very surprised to see today's UCL result , I think Villarreal can at least score 1 goal in their away game and repay it at home. Based on match statistics, Liverpool fully dominated this match, they managed to create a lot of goal opportunities (19 attempted shots, 5 of them were shots on goal), in contrast to Villarreal which only had 1 attempted shot and 0 shots on goal

From this first leg match I think we already know who will go to the UCL final, we just have to wait for the second leg between Real Madrid Vs Manchester City.

I also predicted BTTS, but the result wasn't surprising. It was the approach that Unai Emery took which surprised everyone. He does defend well for sure but as we saw against other teams they do spring counters.

Against Liverpool,,, they weirdly parked the bus and a team who does not do that should not try to. Worse, after letting in 2 goals, they still parked the bus???  

[Bobrox]

Allison Backer last night not do anything with zero attempt created by Villareal, I think not all games play with defensive style effective actually against Liverpool is not easy. Almost success made score draw on first half but Villareal faced difficulty on second half but bad thing without any shot on goals created by Villareal. They have change games play on second leg because created above 2 goals is not easy and not enough keep defensive only. Need attractive and most active on attacking how to create chance and shot on goals against Liverpool, still have chance for Villareal although have scoring three goals if want try final stage.

[Razmirraz]

Regarding the statistic of match why Villareal lack of shot on goals because during the match Villareal cannot develop their game because Liverpool too dominated the match and defensive style from Emery has been predicted By Klopp that's why since the beginning of match Liverpool very disciplined play with high pressure and Liverpool deserve to win the match but this is not over yet because there is second leg to played so Liverpool should focus for that match

Pressure from Liverpool throughout the match made Villarreal unable to develop their game. Liverpool are dominating, Villarreal players can only circle in their defensive area to quell the attacks built by Liverpool players. The match was very one-sided, it's only natural that Villarreal didn't get a single shot on goals during the match.
The second leg was very tough for Villarreal, they have to find a way to break into the Liverpool goal which is guarded by a strong defensive wall. Villarreal must at least find three goals to change the aggregate, but it is impossible to do against Liverpool.

[Mauser]

I just heard this morning from a colleague that he bet some decent money on Villarreal yesterday and on the match next Tuesday. No idea how he came up with the idea that they have any chance against Liverpool. Liverpool was already a clear favourite before the match, but the game yesterday was really one sided. I mean seeing 74% ball possession in a professional tournament already shows you how limited the impact from Villarreal was. There is no way for them to come back from this. Real Madrid vs Manchester City looked like a much closer game. My money is with Man City for Wednesday, looks like it's going to be a full English final. The teams look really equal in strength, I would probably stick with Liverpool for the finals, they won their last game vs Man City. Also Jürgen Klopp is an awesome coach, he deserve it

[FlamingFingers]

To be candid this Liverpool team is currently the BEST team in Europe by a mile!!! I honestly can't see anything or anyone stopping them from winning this UCL! Not even Man City, certainly not Ancellotti's team! Good team play, look at the fluidity, link up play, attack! Such a Beauty to watch! Bayern underrated Villarreal we can all see that this Villarreal team had improved immensely

[Alanaz]

I just heard this morning from a colleague that he bet some decent money on Villarreal yesterday and on the match next Tuesday. No idea how he came up with the idea that they have any chance against Liverpool. Liverpool was already a clear favourite before the match, but the game yesterday

It's something that is quite difficult now, why did he take this kind of initiative when Villarreal played Liverpool. did he really look in the mirror from the time against Bayern?
This might be good but risking everything with a slim chance isn't this too reckless?

I think it's very rash to make a decision, even if you still rely on luck in betting, the possibilities between clubs must also be seen

[_act_]

I just heard this morning from a colleague that he bet some decent money on Villarreal yesterday and on the match next Tuesday. No idea how he came up with the idea that they have any chance against Liverpool. Liverpool was already a clear favourite before the match, but the game yesterday

I do not see anything wrong about that, I too can do that but I would have gone for 1/2 which means any club can win and if drawn, I will lose. We have noticed many surprises in champions league, anything can happen and the odd is huge. What that matters is to never bet with the money you can not afford to lose.

To be candid this Liverpool team is currently the BEST team in Europe by a mile!!! I honestly can't see anything or anyone stopping them from winning this UCL! Not even Man City, certainly not Ancellotti's team! Good team play, look at the fluidity, link up play, attack! Such a Beauty to watch! Bayern underrated Villarreal we can all see that this Villarreal team had improved immensely

Man City is a very good club too, Liverpool won the club in FA because Man City coach do not use the first 11 for the match when it started, Manchester City is a very good club like Liverpool if both clubs meet again, no one knows who would win.

[Dunamisx]

To be candid this Liverpool team is currently the BEST team in Europe by a mile!!! I honestly can't see anything or anyone stopping them from winning this UCL! Not even Man City, certainly not Ancellotti's team! Good team play, look at the fluidity, link up play, attack! Such a Beauty to watch! Bayern underrated Villarreal we can all see that this Villarreal team had improved immensely

Just a little step up for Liverpool this season but have they been consistent in previous seasons? I still have strong conviction that Man City performance in general is far above Liverpool, just that this season work out luck for them just as in the case of Villarreal, the giant this time around allows the weak to the hall of fame, we all know what Manchester City can deliver but history can't keep repeating itself, same thing allows Villarreal to emerge out this season and i hope they maintain that with consistency.

[Rockstarguy]

Liverpool humiliated their guests, Villarreal with a scoresheet of 2-0 in Anfied. The game was a frustrating one for both Unai Emery and the team. Liverpool dominated in both halves. They recorded a total ball dominance of 66% and Villarreal only had 33%. Although, Villarreal really tried their best to hold the reds down in the first half, and making the first halve to end in a goal-less draw for both sides. Villarreal didn't come for a win in the game, rather they came to knot a draw tie with Liverpool perhaps they succeeded in the first halve but failed to continue when they conceded two goals within the range 53 and 55 minutes of second half. First it was an own goal for Villarreal, P. Estupinan made a blunder, then Sadio mane make the game 2-0 with an assist from Salah. Liverpool will travel to Span to face the Spanish team in the second leg which may probably end in a goal-less draw.

Villarreal tried the best they could,  and they gave their best performance in the match. In the first half they played more of attacking game which made them to draw in the first half,  but in all the efforts they put in the game to see that the game remains with a draw it still didn't work out for Villarreal. Liverpool are just too for every match , it very certain that Liverpool definitely score goals  to win in every match they play, the second leg will be even more interesting with loads of goals .

[CryptocurencyKing]

Well, it's probably safe to say that Liverpool have one foot in the final. Villarreal were unlucky. Liverpool only allowed them one shot in the whole game, which is saying a lot. Being two points behind Liverpool is fatal. I guess the home game can't decide anything anymore.

In the first half, Villarreal slowly started showing signs of how they went about their victory over Bayern as they defended in organized blocks. I knew that they were always going to be on the defensive, and it seemed to be working in the first half as the teams went into the break at 0-0. Liverpool entered their Champions League semifinal tie as favorites, I was not expecting anything different from what happened yesterday. Liverpool delivered a solid display, though they could have had more goals on the night if not for Villarreal's defensive set up. I feel that Liverpool are already in the finals. I don't see Villarreal pulling any threat in the second leg.

[Alisha-k]

I just heard this morning from a colleague that he bet some decent money on Villarreal yesterday and on the match next Tuesday. No idea how he came up with the idea that they have any chance against Liverpool. Liverpool was already a clear favourite before the match, but the game yesterday was really one sided. I mean seeing 74% ball possession in a professional tournament already shows you how limited the impact from Villarreal was. There is no way for them to come back from this. Real Madrid vs Manchester City looked like a much closer game. My money is with Man City for Wednesday, looks like it's going to be a full English final. The teams look really equal in strength, I would probably stick with Liverpool for the finals, they won their last game vs Man City. Also Jürgen Klopp is an awesome coach, he deserve it

No doubt that Liverpool performed as was expected of them last night. Initially before the game, I had an uncanny feeling that they would lose( as football sometimes can be unpredictable), but they countered on Estupinan own goal and created yet another one in the 55th min.
 Although, Liverpool look to be the favorites in this game, I feel Villarreal can come around to upset them in the return leg, using Bayern as instance.

[babo]

Benzema is just as a saviour to real madrid,  Real  Madrid performance was very excellent and so interesting. I knew the game will be very competitive for the both team, if not that Manchester City is a strong team that plays well it was not easy for them because real madrid was running after them in scoring goals to draw the with Manchester City , the goal difference between the two team is not much . It was an interesting game, both Real Madrid and Manchester City played well.

we see
a piece of the game or a piece of the season is not enough to decide whether it is good or not
to see if it goes well or if it is capable you have to aim for the long term, you have to see for years if the performances are the same

see for example Roma, every season has done as it is doing this season, what is the coach's contribution? Nothing .. it costs too much and does nothing

[zuzie]

I just heard this morning from a colleague that he bet some decent money on Villarreal yesterday and on the match next Tuesday. No idea how he came up with the idea that they have any chance against Liverpool. Liverpool was already a clear favourite before the match, but the game yesterday was really one sided. I mean seeing 74% ball possession in a professional tournament already shows you how limited the impact from Villarreal was. There is no way for them to come back from this. Real Madrid vs Manchester City looked like a much closer game. My money is with Man City for Wednesday, looks like it's going to be a full English final. The teams look really equal in strength, I would probably stick with Liverpool for the finals, they won their last game vs Man City. Also Jürgen Klopp is an awesome coach, he deserve it

No doubt that Liverpool performed as was expected of them last night. Initially before the game, I had an uncanny feeling that they would lose( as football sometimes can be unpredictable), but they countered on Estupinan own goal and created yet another one in the 55th min.
 Although, Liverpool look to be the favorites in this game, I feel Villarreal can come around to upset them in the return leg, using Bayern as instance.

Please check Liverpool history of matches in the Champions League this season 99% they win all away matches so we think Liverpool are ready and have a strong mentality. Honestly I have no doubts in Liverpool they have a complete players especially on the front line is very dangerous, while Villarreal are not very active in attacking they played more defensively, taking advantage of the counter-attacks that proved ineffective against Liverpool yesterday.

[mia_houston]

Please check Liverpool history of matches in the Champions League this season 99% they win all away matches so we think Liverpool are ready and have a strong mentality. Honestly I have no doubts in Liverpool they have a complete players especially on the front line is very dangerous, while Villarreal are not very active in attacking they played more defensively, taking advantage of the counter-attacks that proved ineffective against Liverpool yesterday.

Liverpool performance this season is indeed extraordinary, even though they have a busy schedule in the domestic and European leagues but they can still maintain their performance well so far, even though they had difficulties in breaking into Villareal goal in the first half but the hard work done by Liverpool players managed to end sweetly with a 2-0 win at the end of the match, 2-0 capital seems to have been enough capital for liverpool to set one foot in the final and I think it will be difficult for villareal to make a comeback in the second leg later even though they play at home.

[coco23]

Liverpool performance this season is indeed extraordinary, even though they have a busy schedule in the domestic and European leagues but they can still maintain their performance well so far, even though they had difficulties in breaking into Villareal goal in the first half but the hard work done by Liverpool players managed to end sweetly with a 2-0 win at the end of the match, 2-0 capital seems to have been enough capital for liverpool to set one foot in the final and I think it will be difficult for villareal to make a comeback in the second leg later even though they play at home.

I think so too. 2 goals difference is pretty much impossible to catch up for Villareal. Odds for qualification are Villareal 13.0 and Liverpool 1.02, so this is like a 95% chance for Liverpool's qualification by the bookmakers.

Real Madrid vs ManCity is going to be more interesting. Here ManCity is only 1 goal ahead. Odds for qualification are Madrid 4.3 and ManCity 1.18, which is more like 80-20. This will be the more exciting game in the 2nd leg imho and I am looking forward to it.