UEFA Champions League 2023/24 Season

[Essential10]

Porto vs Shakhtar Donetsk
This match is likely to be an intense and thrilling encounter as both the teams will fight for their place in the knockout stages. Both the teams are equal on points but Porto is far ahead on goal difference, if Porto draws today's match they will secure the next round. Porto will have home advantage in this match. As today's match is a do or die match, this match has a little extra excitement. All in all, I think the likely future result Porto can beat Shakhtar Donetsk 2-1 win and progress to their next destination.

[Harkorede]

Just as I was about to rant about Guardiola playing roulette with my money on the line again, due to the the starting eleven he chose to start the game with, Hamilton just gave Manchester City a deserved lead with a stunning goal, he was super composed and the execution of goal couldn't have been done any better, I only just hope this goal will be enough to put Man City in the driver's seat for them to dictate the game the rest of the way.

[tiCeR]

Just as I was about to rant about Guardiola playing roulette with my money on the line again, due to the the starting eleven he chose to start the game with, Hamilton just gave Manchester City a deserved lead with a stunning goal, he was super composed and the execution of goal couldn't have been done any better, I only just hope this goal will be enough to put Man City in the driver's seat for them to dictate the game the rest of the way.

Thanks to your post I had a look at the line-up and wow, Pep Guardiola is taking the word rotation seriously here.

I am not watching the game and I didn't check any odds, but this one I thought could be worth taking a risk and bet on Red Star Belgrade or not? I wasn't sure how much Guardiola would rotate here, but I thought he would do several changes. In the first game they had it took Manchester City quite some time to score, that's why I thought that with a lot of rotation this won't be any easier for Manchester City to play that game at the Red Star stadium.

[rahmad2nd]

Dortmund vs PSG.

This match should feature an exciting battle, especially Luis Enque's squad which needs an absolute win to ensure they qualify for the next round. at the same time, they aim to win Group F. This means that Enrique and his squad will work hard to overthrow Dortmund even though the match will be held at Signal Uduna Park, Borussia Dortmund's headquarters. looking at the predicted arrangement of players that Enrique will field, the pattern that Enrique will apply is 4-4-3. There was no change made by Enrique, maybe only Dembele was absent due to disciplinary points. as a replacement, Barcola will take his place.  In midfield, Kolo Muani is a pure striker.

On the other hand, the home team seems to be implementing a 4-3-2-1 system. however, it seems that several players will be doubtful as main starters.  now, we refer to betting options. Dortmund with @3.65, while PSG with @1.87. In this match, it's clear that I'm on PSG's side. with the scenario, they have to score quickly.

Newcastle vs AC Milan.

In this match, Newcastle was more favored than the opposing team, but Newcastle's condition was not too favorable with many players absent. but the same goes for Milan, several of their players are absent due to injury. The point is, both teams will appear aggressive from the first minute of the first half. and what is certain is that both teams want to win this match and hope that PSG will fall to Dortmund. Thus, one of these teams is certain to qualify for the next phase.
Newcastle with @1.86, while Milan @3.85.
Well, actually these two teams have the same characteristics. So, this match will involve buying and selling attacks. IMO, Milan has the probability of overthrowing Newcastle. but the right choice with the handicap option +05 AC Milan @1.92. Well, let's wait for the final result.

[aylabadia05]

Just as I was about to rant about Guardiola playing roulette with my money on the line again, due to the the starting eleven he chose to start the game with, Hamilton just gave Manchester City a deserved lead with a stunning goal, he was super composed and the execution of goal couldn't have been done any better, I only just hope this goal will be enough to put Man City in the driver's seat for them to dictate the game the rest of the way.

90% of Manchester City's line up is filled with second tier players. Pep did that because Manchester City was no longer bothered by the results of this match.
Pep Guardiola is testing and giving second-string players the opportunity to show their abilities.
This group match is no longer as fierce as group F. Manchester City and RB Leipzig are certain to qualify.
A great goal from Hamilton to give Manchester City the lead in Serbia.

[Lillominato89]

can we say that Inter vs Real Sociedad was a truly disappointing match? The Spaniards played well but were more committed to making fouls than playing to win, while Inter were completely absent! I don't understand why Inzaghi made very questionable tactical choices such as keeping out Lautaro Martinez, Barella, Bastoni. It almost seems like he was content not to lose rather than try to win despite having already qualified with two rounds to spare. The other big European teams won't be so happy to find Inter as their opponent in the round of 16

Inter had already qualified, their target was to top the group with a win so it's not a do or die affairs. Inzaghi saw it as an opportunity to rotate his squad and give his players a much desired rest which is a good idea to me. Inter still had good players that should be able to win the match, especially because they were at home. Finishing second in the group is not a bad result, they'll most likely meet a bigger opponent but thwt deesn't mewn they cqbt win.

My guess is that Newcastle will win against AC Milan and Dortmund will end in a draw against PSG.

I'll like this possibility more because I want PSG to be knocked out and I want either of Milan or Newcastle to qualify, but I eont think that would happen. I believe PSG will win Dortmund today.

I saw the match in full and I can guarantee you that Inter took to the pitch only to not lose the match and not to win it, this was a match not to make mistakes because it could compromise their progress in the Champions League, finishing first in the standings it can give you the privilege of finding an easier opponent to face, being in the round of 16 and facing Real Madrid for example is not the same as facing Copenhagen. obviously it's a stupid example, if you want to win the Champions League you still have to eliminate the strongest teams but I found Inter's attitude last night annoying, I'm speaking as an Inter fan

[marcous]

Real Madrid, which leads the group with 6/6, managed to win against Union berlin, even if it was difficult.The match was one-sided and Union Berlin made good use of the positions they found.After Luka Modric failed to convert a penalty in the last minutes of the first half, they saw a goal in their goal before the end of the first half. Thus, they closed the first half behind when they had the chance to close the first half ahead.Real Madrid started the second half fast and managed to take the lead with goals scored by Joselu 10 minutes apart.The last 10 minutes was a high tempo match.85 Union berlin, who made the situation 2-2 in the 85th minute, saw a goal in their goal 4 minutes later and lost 3-2.

Real Madrid's performances never fail to make you feel good because they are a team that you can bet on and win, even when their best players are injured. This is in contrast to many other teams whose players are in excellent condition yet still manage to lose to even the smallest squad. The first impression of the Real Madrid vs. Union Berlin match is that Union Berlin will win. While many people believe Union Berlin will prevail, I think Real Madrid will win as long as the game lasts because Real Madrid has already defeated every opponent and qualified without saying anything at all.

Betting on Madrid winning will pay dividends, as Ancelotti squad has performed promisingly in the UCL so far. The group phase was too easy for Madrid, the proof is that they managed to sweep 6 matches with a win and record perfect points in group C. If Man City manages to secure full points in the match against Red Star, they will follow in the footsteps of Los Blancos, Currently City are 1-0 up. I think they will add more goals in the remaining games.

The depth of Ancelotti squad gives him the freedom to rotate players, and even though several of his key players are absent for various periods of time Don Carlo will not be too worried. However, sometimes defeat is inevitable, but so far their plan has gone smoothly.

Union Berlin have had very bad luck this season, they can't talk much in the UCL, even their fate is the same as in the Bundeliga, because they can't even secure full points. In the Bundesliga, Union can only record 3 wins from the 13 matches they have played, maybe it will take a lot of energy to make the club appear consistent like last season.

[LFC_Bitcoin]

90% of Manchester City's line up is filled with second tier players. Pep did that because Manchester City was no longer bothered by the results of this match.
Pep Guardiola is testing and giving second-string players the opportunity to show their abilities.
This group match is no longer as fierce as group F. Manchester City and RB Leipzig are certain to qualify.
A great goal from Hamilton to give Manchester City the lead in Serbia.

Yeah I doubt Pep is too bothered about this game and like you say he’s taken the opportunity to rest most of his stars.

38 minutes to go and still 1-0 up. I’m much more interested in other games tonight if I am honest.

[Queentoshi]

Pep Guardiola is testing and giving second-string players the opportunity to show their abilities.

The second-string players understand the opportunity that they have been given and they are keen on impressing. To the second-string player who has had the opportunity of scoring (Micah Hamilton) in the champions league for the senior team, he will be very happy because he has increased his chances of getting more chances in the first team of the club. Manchester City have a good record in the champions league of not losing any game yet, the coach would like to maintain that, and it will be a good record for this team if they can defend this lead, even score more goals.

[Harkorede]

Just as I was about to rant about Guardiola playing roulette with my money on the line again, due to the the starting eleven he chose to start the game with, Hamilton just gave Manchester City a deserved lead with a stunning goal, he was super composed and the execution of goal couldn't have been done any better, I only just hope this goal will be enough to put Man City in the driver's seat for them to dictate the game the rest of the way.

90% of Manchester City's line up is filled with second tier players. Pep did that because Manchester City was no longer bothered by the results of this match.
Pep Guardiola is testing and giving second-string players the opportunity to show their abilities.
This group match is no longer as fierce as group F. Manchester City and RB Leipzig are certain to qualify.
A great goal from Hamilton to give Manchester City the lead in Serbia.

Yes, but despite the fact that the squad is filled with players the Man City youth group, they've actually not played like they're youth and a few of them are making their first senior appearance at an European competition, they've dominated the game so far huge authority, they've kept possession and passes really tidy, you really can expect a couple of these to earn a spot in Guardiola senior team especially with the heavily clustered fixtures ahead of the team during the festive season, they really could use some help from these young and brilliant minds.

[JariKriting]

90% of Manchester City's line up is filled with second tier players. Pep did that because Manchester City was no longer bothered by the results of this match.
Pep Guardiola is testing and giving second-string players the opportunity to show their abilities.
This group match is no longer as fierce as group F. Manchester City and RB Leipzig are certain to qualify.
A great goal from Hamilton to give Manchester City the lead in Serbia.

because it is certain to qualify for the next phase of the knockout stages, of course, saving the energy of the main players to provide excellent physicality in the next match in the English premiere league , as well as providing and experience for their reserve players in competitive competitions, namely in the champion league.

[SatoPrincess]

Manchester United didn’t play like a team who wanted to be in the champions league last night. It’s surprising to see a big side like Manchester United playing like an underdog team. It’s true that they never stood a chance against Bayern Munich but I expected a tough game. Manchester United lack team spirit, I don’t see any motivation in the players to play. Could it be there is trouble in the dressing room? Ten Hag doesn’t seem to have a good relationship with the players.

[Justbillywitt]

Just as I was about to rant about Guardiola playing roulette with my money on the line again, due to the the starting eleven he chose to start the game with, Hamilton just gave Manchester City a deserved lead with a stunning goal, he was super composed and the execution of goal couldn't have been done any better, I only just hope this goal will be enough to put Man City in the driver's seat for them to dictate the game the rest of the way.

90% of Manchester City's line up is filled with second tier players. Pep did that because Manchester City was no longer bothered by the results of this match.
Pep Guardiola is testing and giving second-string players the opportunity to show their abilities.
This group match is no longer as fierce as group F. Manchester City and RB Leipzig are certain to qualify.
A great goal from Hamilton to give Manchester City the lead in Serbia.

Yes, but despite the fact that the squad is filled with players the Man City youth group, they've actually not played like they're youth and a few of them are making their first senior appearance at an European competition, they've dominated the game so far huge authority, they've kept possession and passes really tidy, you really can expect a couple of these to earn a spot in Guardiola senior team especially with the heavily clustered fixtures ahead of the team during the festive season, they really could use some help from these young and brilliant minds.

That's exactly what pep is experimenting in this game. He is looking for players that can come in handy during this clustered festive season. This is a very critical time and if your star players are not protected and they pick up injury it can totally affect the performance of the team. Pep is a very clever manager and I like his work.

[letteredhub]

Just as I was about to rant about Guardiola playing roulette with my money on the line again, due to the the starting eleven he chose to start the game with, Hamilton just gave Manchester City a deserved lead with a stunning goal, he was super composed and the execution of goal couldn't have been done any better, I only just hope this goal will be enough to put Man City in the driver's seat for them to dictate the game the rest of the way.

90% of Manchester City's line up is filled with second tier players. Pep did that because Manchester City was no longer bothered by the results of this match.
Pep Guardiola is testing and giving second-string players the opportunity to show their abilities.
This group match is no longer as fierce as group F. Manchester City and RB Leipzig are certain to qualify.
A great goal from Hamilton to give Manchester City the lead in Serbia.

Yes, but despite the fact that the squad is filled with players the Man City youth group, they've actually not played like they're youth and a few of them are making their first senior appearance at an European competition, they've dominated the game so far huge authority, they've kept possession and passes really tidy, you really can expect a couple of these to earn a spot in Guardiola senior team especially with the heavily clustered fixtures ahead of the team during the festive season, they really could use some help from these young and brilliant minds.

When you're on Gardiola's team your age and size doesn't matter, the maturity these young's boys are playing with on the pitch you would doubt if actually this is their first time European competition's appearance, they are giving an impressive performance with determination and skills putting City in the lead of this game by a 2 goals from Hamilton who's just having his debut with City and then second goal from Bobb. With this young lads amazing performance tonight one will be hopeful that the future of City is sure not just in the UCL but also in their domestic EPL league competition.

[alankasman]

My guess is that Newcastle will win against AC Milan and Dortmund will end in a draw against PSG.

I'll like this possibility more because I want PSG to be knocked out and I want either of Milan or Newcastle to qualify, but I eont think that would happen. I believe PSG will win Dortmund today.

Hoping that PSG will be eliminated will be a difficult hope. PSG will get 8 points if a possible draw occurs. Newcastle will get the same points as PSG if they win over AC Milan.
The goal statistics may be that Newcastle will be in third place if PSG draws and Newcastle wins.

PSG will be desperate to win over Dortmund because PSG is very ambitious in the Champions League, even the Champions League trophy is the trophy that PSG dreams of.

[Cryptomultiplier]

Manchester United didn’t play like a team who wanted to be in the champions league last night. It’s surprising to see a big side like Manchester United playing like an underdog team. It’s true that they never stood a chance against Bayern Munich but I expected a tough game. Manchester United lack team spirit, I don’t see any motivation in the players to play. Could it be there is trouble in the dressing room? Ten Hag doesn’t seem to have a good relationship with the players.

Ten Hag's dream of taking Manchester United was crushed, so much so that they even could not secure a Europa spot.
They started weak and should have gotten the much needed points at the beginning, but am sure they knew they were not going anywhere.

PSG would play their hearts out to secure thier qualifications to the RO16. Am also looking forward to the Newcastle game too. Gonna be a rough one.

[rahmad2nd]

Yeah I doubt Pep is too bothered about this game and like you say he’s taken the opportunity to rest most of his stars.

38 minutes to go and still 1-0 up. I’m much more interested in other games tonight if I am honest.

In fact, Pep did not play his starting eleven in this match. We can see that Pep rotated several of his players even though Jack Grealish was still played as a starter. with the scenario, Grealish will be more reliable and at the same time become a mentor to the young players who Pep has made the main starter. Oscar Bobb is played as a center forward, he is a young City player. Likewise with Micah Hamilton, a young player who is 20 years old. Grealish was withdrawn to be replaced by Foden in the early minutes of the second half. Kocavic, was replaced by Susoho, an 18 year old young player.

So, only established players remain in the defense line. but not with Rico Lewis, Pep often rotates this young player according to his wishes. which means, Pep doesn't care about the match and I agree with you. Pep prefers to reserve several of his core players to save energy.
Uniquely, this match became even more exciting because many goals were scored. and as you say, there are more interesting matches that the Champions League has to offer in the matches after this. especially, for the group E phase match which will present an exciting battle. there are no other words, other than we wait and watch.

[salad daging]

Pep Guardiola is testing and giving second-string players the opportunity to show their abilities.

The second-string players understand the opportunity that they have been given and they are keen on impressing. To the second-string player who has had the opportunity of scoring (Micah Hamilton) in the champions league for the senior team, he will be very happy because he has increased his chances of getting more chances in the first team of the club. Manchester City have a good record in the champions league of not losing any game yet, the coach would like to maintain that, and it will be a good record for this team if they can defend this lead, even score more goals.

The results did not disappoint with the second layer of players relied on by Pep Guardiola, they controlled the game and with a kick towards the 3rd goal it became a goal, so it was on target.

Pep Guardiola is testing many players and he will assess that perhaps some players will soon be appointed as priorities, but in fact it is not easy to step over senior players because after all it will be difficult to replace them unless some of the young players have good flying experience.

Because Manchester City have qualified, they have a different way to see the performance of young players tonight.

[BIT-BENDER]

Congratulations to Manchester city they did not have a bad run in the UEFA champions league and I believe they would love to defend their title this season, bit I see them not as strong as they were last season and also they were not as hungry to win the competition.
Manchester city are now conceding goals regularly on like how they use to do and if they face a team like real Madrid I see them not winning that contest.

[SmartCharpa]

Just as I was about to rant about Guardiola playing roulette with my money on the line again, due to the the starting eleven he chose to start the game with, Hamilton just gave Manchester City a deserved lead with a stunning goal, he was super composed and the execution of goal couldn't have been done any better, I only just hope this goal will be enough to put Man City in the driver's seat for them to dictate the game the rest of the way.

I didn't check Manchester City's lineup before placing my bet because I didn't know if Guardiola would use his young players simply because they qualified from the group stage either win or lose, Manchester City has won all of its group stage games. However, I was surprised by how well the young players of Manchester City performed against Red Star Belgrade. Hamilton's amazing first goal for Man City gave them the lead from the start of the match, and the match end up 2:3. I didn't look at Manchester City's lineup before placing my bet because when i later checked saw that their odds kept going higher. I also didn't know whether Guardiola would start playing his young players just because they qualified and won without winning, great performances from Manchester City had won all of their group stage matches.