UEFA Champions League 2023/24 Season

[rendravolt]

For the first time this season, Arsenal failed to record a single shot on target against their opponent and it all ended when they played the first leg away against Porto. Everyone must have been surprised because apart from their bad statistics, Arsenal also lost in this match. Even Arsenal's goal expectations are lower than Porto's and that makes their performance even worse. Porto is very reliable when hosting and the support from the fans has never stopped since the start of the match.

Even though Arsenal really dominated the game, what's the point if they can't win and never even endanger Porto's goal? Porto, who took advantage of Arsenal's defensive line, managed to break into their goal in the 90+4 minute and it was all thanks to Galeno's foresight who scored the only winning goal for Porto. Of course, in the second leg, Arsenal will be even more under pressure even though they are playing as hosts and on the other hand, Porto will be more confident in being able to get rid of Arsenal with this aggregate advantage.

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[Davian144]

It was a very painful defeat for Arsenal. They controlled the game but Porto had an excellent defense. Arsenal didn't even have a shot on target. But the match was a painful defeat for Arsenal because Porto was able to score a goal in the 94th minute. I think the match will end in a draw.

But this result still doesn't put Porto in a safe zone because Arsenal is a strong team and a 1 goal lead will only make a small difference. Arsenal will host the second leg so I think Arsenal still has a chance to turn things around.

Arsenal did have a chance to turn things around in the second leg at home when they hosted FC Porto because from the results of their match yesterday it was also very clear that Arsenal were indeed able to control the ball very well even though it was quite difficult to penetrate FC Porto's defense. And I also agree with what you said that a one goal advantage is not enough capital for FC Porto if in the second leg they cannot score another goal against Arsenal.

[Mayor of ogba]

Arsenal was defeated and that is what we call a disaster for the club most especially when the defeat happened to them at home in front of the fans, which could have been a big advantage to them.

Barcelona on the other hand played a 1:1 draw with Napoli and even though Barcelona made the first goal record before the equalization,  it still felt better and safer for Barcelona but along the line, they missed their steps and there was an equalization but still, we cant compared the condition to that of Arsenal who was defeated in their game.

I am not worried about Arsenal even though they lost in this match because I'm sure they can win in the second leg with a more score, Arsenal will not waste this opportunity because Arsenal have no choices except the Champions League. I did not underestimate Porto but I thought Arsenal was more worthy to go to next stage and Arsenal will do it in the second leg match.

I agree with you because Arsenal dominated FC Porto but failed to win against FC Porto yesterday. FC Porto will not be able to play good football when they visit Arsenal in the second leg of the Uefa Champions League last 16. Arsenal will be too strong for FC Porto at the Emirates Stadium.

[Polkeins]

Arsenal can never be trusted, when football fans expectations of them are high, the Artera squad suffered defeat.  Reminiscent of their previous group stage defeat to Lens, Arsenal consistency was broken at a time when they were in their best form.  However, there is still hope to turn things around, their chance to qualify for the quarter finals is still open, whether the Emirates will celebrate or mourn is the responsibility of Arteta and his troops.

Bookmakers gave a 5.6 odds on Porto to win, so few people believed that Porto could win, but even fewer people believed that Arsenal would not score a single goal, the odds on this event were about 5 I think. So Arsenal performed in their usual manner, when they lose important matches unexpectedly, at a time when everyone expects victories. After 11 (!) unanswered goals in the EPL in two matches, everyone expected Arsenal to score at least a goal or two, but Arsenal players decided otherwise. I think Arsenal players still lack athletic aggression and character, but I am happy that they conceded only one goal and now at home there is a chance to get back and go further.

[Die_empty]

Porto vs Arsenal 1-0. Arsenal as a whole dominated the game but Porto's very strong defense made it difficult for Arsenal to score goals.
And Porto's 1 goal in the remaining extra time scored by Galeno in the 90+4 minute was a painful goal for Arsenal.

Napoli vs Barcelona 1-1 and Barcelona's goal was scored by Lewandowski in the 60th minute, and Napoli's goal was scored by Osimhen in the 75th minute.

Victor Osimhen is truly a great champion, you can see it from this.
He manages to drag a team that isn't moving by the hair.
If he's well he's a team of his own.
I don't think that under these conditions he will remain in Napoli, he deserves to win titles and increase the prestige of his career.

Napoli played so poorly that I doubted if they would be able to get a draw. The defensive strategy they adopted is not the best while playing with an attacking side like Barcelona. They failed to make many attacking runs which put pressure on the defense and goalkeeper. Alex Meret had to make about five good saves that denied Barca the chance to win the game. Coach Francesco Calzona should know that a team that had just one shot on target and scored just one goal in an important game like yesterday might not be able to lift the trophy unless they improve.

Victor Osimhen is an extraordinary striker that can make a difference in any game. He can create and maximize chances. His strength and speed are one of his biggest advantages. With that single goal, Napoli has hope to qualify if they can get good result in Spain. Sacked coach Walter Mazzarri lamented that the absence of the Nigerian talisman due to the African Nations Cup contributed to his sack. He believed that his presence would have brought better results than the three wins from nine games they had in his absence.

[Inwestour]

Bookmakers gave a 5.6 odds on Porto to win, so few people believed that Porto could win, but even fewer people believed that Arsenal would not score a single goal, the odds on this event were about 5 I think. So Arsenal performed in their usual manner, when they lose important matches unexpectedly, at a time when everyone expects victories. After 11 (!) unanswered goals in the EPL in two matches, everyone expected Arsenal to score at least a goal or two, but Arsenal players decided otherwise. I think Arsenal players still lack athletic aggression and character, but I am happy that they conceded only one goal and now at home there is a chance to get back and go further.

Porto did what they do best, played excellent defense and did not allow Arsenal to make a single shot on target. They managed to do it with a team that scored 11 goals in the last two matches. In addition, from the 80th minute Conceicao replaced four players who had strength and Porto managed to score in extra time, it looked cool. Arteta made only one substitution, I don’t know why this decision was made, but in my opinion, with such a weak game in the Attack, changes were needed, perhaps the reason is that he wanted to bring the match to a draw and was afraid to change anything.

[Zanab247]

Arsenal can never be trusted, when football fans expectations of them are high, the Artera squad suffered defeat.  Reminiscent of their previous group stage defeat to Lens, Arsenal consistency was broken at a time when they were in their best form.  However, there is still hope to turn things around, their chance to qualify for the quarter finals is still open, whether the Emirates will celebrate or mourn is the responsibility of Arteta and his troops.

What FC Porto did to Arsenal in the round of 16 in the UEFA champions league yesterday, really shocked their fans and it really make people to lose hope on Arsenal to lift this trophy because, their coach make use of all their strong players but the game ended up 1:0 for the favour of FC Porto.

Arsenal strikers missed many goals in that game that would have allow the game to end for the favour of Arsenal but they missed used their opportunity for their opponent to take the glory of the game, but there is still chance for Arsenal to correct the mistakes in their next games, if their coach can advise his players not to play selfish game.

[naira]

It's really shame Arsenal lose against Porto, Porto is not consistent in the domestic league, even though Arsenal is also inconsistent in the domestic league. But there's a big difference between Premier League and Primeira Liga, a top 10 Premier League can beat the champion in Primeira Liga.

It's not funny if Arteta sacrificing Champions League for Premier League.

This is a matter of mental play because in my opinion Porto never stopped being enthusiastic about breaking through the Arsenal defense and in the final minute an extraordinary goal from outside the penalty box. With this advantage, Arteta must provide something different in Leg 2 because that is the only chance if he wants to continue at UCL. Porto success cannot be separated from the coach's tactics of trying to break Arsenal back line, tactically the two are balanced and that should not have happened to Arsenal, who were the favorites from the start.

Porto vs Arsenal 1-0. Arsenal as a whole dominated the game but Porto's very strong defense made it difficult for Arsenal to score goals.
And Porto's 1 goal in the remaining extra time scored by Galeno in the 90+4 minute was a painful goal for Arsenal.

Napoli vs Barcelona 1-1 and Barcelona's goal was scored by Lewandowski in the 60th minute, and Napoli's goal was scored by Osimhen in the 75th minute.

Victor Osimhen is truly a great champion, you can see it from this.
He manages to drag a team that isn't moving by the hair.
If he's well he's a team of his own.
I don't think that under these conditions he will remain in Napoli, he deserves to win titles and increase the prestige of his career.

Indeed that is Osimhen only position at Napoli because he is aware of his comfort zone, but does not dare to challenge himself to go out and explore other European leagues. Napoli depend on Osimhen contribution so that at all costs they will continue to maintain their goal machine. It is a shame that Barcelona was unable to take advantage of the situation of the Napoli team which was in disarray due to the process of changing coaches. With this 1-1 result, at Barcelona Headquarters Leg 2 will be a gamble for Xavi troops to gain the upper hand.

[knowngunman]

It's really shame Arsenal lose against Porto, Porto is not consistent in the domestic league, even though Arsenal is also inconsistent in the domestic league. But there's a big difference between Premier League and Primeira Liga, a top 10 Premier League can beat the champion in Primeira Liga.

It's not funny if Arteta sacrificing Champions League for Premier League.

This is the funniest comment I have come across concerning this match. These two leagues are incomparable actually but it doesn't matter. A team performance in the domestic league is quite different from UCL. Take a look at Madrid for example, even when they are struggling in their domestic league, they don't joke with UCL. Sincerely speaking, Arsenal played yesterday night as if they had no intention to win. I can't even say whether it is poor tactics or something else. None of them even attempt to create a chance at all. Just simple short passes with zero shot on target. Imagine taking numerous corner kicks without succeeding in even one? It was a very bad performance.

They were lucky it ended with just a 1-0 scoreline. Perhaps, things might turn around just like it happened in the group stage against Lens when they lost 2-1 in the first leg and hammered them 6-0 on the returned leg. It's time for Arterta to restrategize and work things out. I don't really understand why he decided to use 12 players for the whole of 96 minutes when he stills has players on bench. I think it makes more sense when everybody in the team is giving a deserving time in order to have the feeling of the competition.

Sacrificing UCL for EPL? Which of the EPL again? The one already lost? 

[yudi09]

Arsenal did have a chance to turn things around in the second leg at home when they hosted FC Porto because from the results of their match yesterday it was also very clear that Arsenal were indeed able to control the ball very well even though it was quite difficult to penetrate FC Porto's defense. And I also agree with what you said that a one goal advantage is not enough capital for FC Porto if in the second leg they cannot score another goal against Arsenal.

Rather than a score of 2-1 or 3-2, a score of 1-0 is better for the home team in the 1st leg and is not detrimental for the away team in the 1st leg.
Arsenal's chance to respond in the second leg at the Emirates Stadium to ensure they qualify for the next round is quite big as long as Arsenal are able to play and take advantage of the slightest gap to score a goal.

Porto after getting a 1-0 result in leg 1, they will try not to lose by a goal margin of more than one and try to score a goal at the Emirates later.
For Arsenal, winning by more than 2 goals is a target they must achieve. If Porto in the second leg plays defensively and only uses counter attacks, this will endanger Arsenal.

[Iranus]

Arsenal can never be trusted, when football fans expectations of them are high, the Artera squad suffered defeat.  Reminiscent of their previous group stage defeat to Lens, Arsenal consistency was broken at a time when they were in their best form.  However, there is still hope to turn things around, their chance to qualify for the quarter finals is still open, whether the Emirates will celebrate or mourn is the responsibility of Arteta and his troops.

Bookmakers gave a 5.6 odds on Porto to win, so few people believed that Porto could win, but even fewer people believed that Arsenal would not score a single goal, the odds on this event were about 5 I think. So Arsenal performed in their usual manner, when they lose important matches unexpectedly, at a time when everyone expects victories. After 11 (!) unanswered goals in the EPL in two matches, everyone expected Arsenal to score at least a goal or two, but Arsenal players decided otherwise. I think Arsenal players still lack athletic aggression and character, but I am happy that they conceded only one goal and now at home there is a chance to get back and go further.

Those who bet on Porto's win benefited greatly from this match. But the number of such gamblers is very less. Nobody expected Porto to win this match. The Arsenal team was in great form. Arsenal won the previous matches of the Premier League by a large margin. They even won against strong teams like Liverpool. So Arsenal was considered the favorite in this match. Unfortunately Arsenal failed to win this match. We expected better performance from them. But Arsenal players can't play well in this match. I am looking forward to see how Arsenal will perform at home.

[Sexylizzy2813]

I wouldn't say Arsenal lost because of inexperience but lack of coordination and Arteta is to blame for all that happened in that game, what stops him from changing a player (Havertz) who isn't in the game and what is Raya still doing as the first choice goalkeeper in the Arsenal squad? Arteta used his own hands to kill the good form of Ramsdale and whenever he's in the goalpost he makes careless errors which is unlike him and I believe if he (Ramsdale) plays like 2-3 games the form would come back and even better.
Arteta is waiting for that moment when Raya will cause a great blunder on the goalpost like in the final of any game that's when he'll think of letting him seat on the bench, I still don't see this goalkeeper as a better choice for Arsenal and the annoying part is that Raya is on loan from Brentford, is so painful and I feel for the England shot stopper Ramsdale. Let's see if the Gunners can turn the game around in the second leg at the Emirates stadium.

[DubemIfedigbo001]

Those who bet on Porto's win benefited greatly from this match. But the number of such gamblers is very less. Nobody expected Porto to win this match. The Arsenal team was in great form. Arsenal won the previous matches of the Premier League by a large margin. They even won against strong teams like Liverpool. So Arsenal was considered the favorite in this match. Unfortunately Arsenal failed to win this match. We expected better performance from them. But Arsenal players can't play well in this match. I am looking forward to see how Arsenal will perform at home.

I am yet to forgive Arsenal Fc and Arterta for losing my bet yesterday. Arsenal disappointed a lot of people including myself in that match, they were in great form and anyone could easily predict them to win even with 10 men. Unfortunately, it boils down to the fact that football isn't mathematics and there's no definite formula to calculate the correctness of a team winning a match.

Arsenal better prepares well to beat the Porto team by a wider margin when they play at home, or this might mean more troubles for them.

[MinoRaiola]

Indeed that is Osimhen only position at Napoli because he is aware of his comfort zone, but does not dare to challenge himself to go out and explore other European leagues. Napoli depend on Osimhen contribution so that at all costs they will continue to maintain their goal machine. It is a shame that Barcelona was unable to take advantage of the situation of the Napoli team which was in disarray due to the process of changing coaches. With this 1-1 result, at Barcelona Headquarters Leg 2 will be a gamble for Xavi troops to gain the upper hand.

Before the game I also thought Barcelona would win, but Napoli did well defensiv. In offense there are not many who score the goal, you recognized that well... there is only Osimhen. Barcelona have been better in there last games, they havent lost in 4 games. SSC Napoli have only won one game out of their last 5. A draw is more of a success for Napoli, but Barcelona will win at home at Camp Nou, so I would bet on that. In the next round, two Italian and two Spanish teams should go in the next round, so Inter Milan and Lazio Roma for Italy and Barcelona and Real Madrid for Spain. SSC Napoli and Atletico Madrid will probably be eliminated.

[Iranus]

Those who bet on Porto's win benefited greatly from this match. But the number of such gamblers is very less. Nobody expected Porto to win this match. The Arsenal team was in great form. Arsenal won the previous matches of the Premier League by a large margin. They even won against strong teams like Liverpool. So Arsenal was considered the favorite in this match. Unfortunately Arsenal failed to win this match. We expected better performance from them. But Arsenal players can't play well in this match. I am looking forward to see how Arsenal will perform at home.

I am yet to forgive Arsenal Fc and Arterta for losing my bet yesterday. Arsenal disappointed a lot of people including myself in that match, they were in great form and anyone could easily predict them to win even with 10 men. Unfortunately, it boils down to the fact that football isn't mathematics and there's no definite formula to calculate the correctness of a team winning a match.

Arsenal better prepares well to beat the Porto team by a wider margin when they play at home, or this might mean more troubles for them.

You are right, as Arsenal team has shown great performance in last 3/4 matches, no one can imagine that Arsenal can lose in this match. They won by a big margin in the previous matches. Arsenal players dominated every match. Porto were the stronger team, I won't argue that. Even so, Arsenal's defeat cannot be accepted in any way.

Arsenal's match strategy was not good in this match. I would say Arteta was defeated by Porto coach Sérgio Conceição's match tactics. We have seen a sudden deterioration in the performance of Arsenal's attacking players. I still consider Arsenal favorites to qualify for the next round. Arsenal will probably dominate the home match.

[Richbased]

I missed out on the game but this was a crucial game, though I settled for highlights, Arsenal dominated the game fulltime but got unlucky when it comes to goals scoring.

You could also say they got a bit lucky since Porto failed to score more because they had more threatening chances. If their player quality is a bit better and they have more composure, I believe Arsenal can be 1-0 down earlier. That's just football, if you fail to score or create any chances then it means nothing, even if you have 70% possession. Kind of weird Arsenal suddenly failed to score after they battered teams in the PL.

Basically, regardless of the fact that Arsenal looks like a big name in football, Porto have more champions experience more than them because i have already stated it earlier before the match that despite the fact that Arsenal have been in a very good form in their domestic league that FC Porto have kept a record in champions league that Arsenal is yet to achieve and considering the fact Porto was playing at home made them very familiar with their play nature that's why it looked like all the efforts Arsenal were making was all in vain because normally, Arsenal dominated the game but their inability to make good attempts towards their opponents goal post made them felt very weak and tired thereby making FC Porto easy to take advantage of their weaknesses and were able to score Arsenal at the die minutes.

Arsenal needs to perform more better when FC Porto comes to the Emirate stadium otherwise Arsenal may find it so difficult just like they did in this 1:0 defeat they suffered to FC Porto so the duty of the coach now is to identify the areas that didn't work out in this first leg and probably change formation and make sure he makes the right features for their returning leg.

[indah rezqi]

It was a very painful defeat for Arsenal. They controlled the game but Porto had an excellent defense. Arsenal didn't even have a shot on target. But the match was a painful defeat for Arsenal because Porto was able to score a goal in the 94th minute. I think the match will end in a draw.

But this result still doesn't put Porto in a safe zone because Arsenal is a strong team and a 1 goal lead will only make a small difference. Arsenal will host the second leg so I think Arsenal still has a chance to turn things around.

Arsenal did have a chance to turn things around in the second leg at home when they hosted FC Porto because from the results of their match yesterday it was also very clear that Arsenal were indeed able to control the ball very well even though it was quite difficult to penetrate FC Porto's defense. And I also agree with what you said that a one goal advantage is not enough capital for FC Porto if in the second leg they cannot score another goal against Arsenal.

Porto managed to break most of the predictions, I believe many people lost their bets in that match, I myself didn't expect Porto to play very disciplined defensively and frustrate Arsenal. Using a defensive style and relying on counter attacks made Arsenal overwhelmed, as proven by this strategy being effective, Porto succeeded in winning the match 1-0 on aggregate. Actually, Arsenal played very well, and Arteta squad dominated the match, but unfortunately they failed to maintain concentration in the final minutes.

Arsenal are in a good trend, but they often suffer shocking defeats like this. There is still a chance for Arteta to take his team through to the quarter finals, because Arsenal will act as hosts in the second leg. However, it is possible that Porto will play the old way in the second leg, parking most of their players in the penalty box area to force Arsenal to a draw. Arteta must find ways so that his squad can create more creativity, and balance equally well when attacking and defending.

[Cryptmuster]

Before the game I also thought Barcelona would win, but Napoli did well defensiv. In offense there are not many who score the goal, you recognized that well... there is only Osimhen. Barcelona have been better in there last games, they havent lost in 4 games. SSC Napoli have only won one game out of their last 5. A draw is more of a success for Napoli, but Barcelona will win at home at Camp Nou, so I would bet on that. In the next round, two Italian and two Spanish teams should go in the next round, so Inter Milan and Lazio Roma for Italy and Barcelona and Real Madrid for Spain. SSC Napoli and Atletico Madrid will probably be eliminated.

Do not rush to conclusions regarding Inter and especially Lazio. Inter will have a return match in Madrid, this will probably be one of their most difficult and important games this season, and despite the defeat, Atletico's chances of winning at home will be very good. As for Lazio, I think that they have almost no chance against Bayern away, even though Bayern is going through a difficult period now, Bayern must beat Lazio and go on.

[coinlocket$]

A22 CEO was at Napoli stadium yesterday with Napoli's president.

So Napoli wants to join the superleague after all.

[TastyChillySauce00]

Arsenal can never be trusted, when football fans expectations of them are high, the Artera squad suffered defeat.  Reminiscent of their previous group stage defeat to Lens, Arsenal consistency was broken at a time when they were in their best form.  However, there is still hope to turn things around, their chance to qualify for the quarter finals is still open, whether the Emirates will celebrate or mourn is the responsibility of Arteta and his troops.

Bookmakers gave a 5.6 odds on Porto to win, so few people believed that Porto could win, but even fewer people believed that Arsenal would not score a single goal, the odds on this event were about 5 I think. So Arsenal performed in their usual manner, when they lose important matches unexpectedly, at a time when everyone expects victories. After 11 (!) unanswered goals in the EPL in two matches, everyone expected Arsenal to score at least a goal or two, but Arsenal players decided otherwise. I think Arsenal players still lack athletic aggression and character, but I am happy that they conceded only one goal and now at home there is a chance to get back and go further.

Those who bet on Porto's win benefited greatly from this match. But the number of such gamblers is very less. Nobody expected Porto to win this match. The Arsenal team was in great form. Arsenal won the previous matches of the Premier League by a large margin. They even won against strong teams like Liverpool. So Arsenal was considered the favorite in this match. Unfortunately Arsenal failed to win this match. We expected better performance from them. But Arsenal players can't play well in this match. I am looking forward to see how Arsenal will perform at home.

Sure, especially since bookies were putting arsenal among the clubs that potentially to winning the competition. This makes people are feeling doubtful to pick porto but we can't deny that if porto was quite strong as well.
It was lucky enough to score during the injury time and it was helping its opponent a lot by this. It was so crazy to see the last minute goal from porto and i was never expecing this thing to haooen too.
The next game is gonna happen in emirates stradium and i think that will become the right place for arsenal to destroy porto. We have seen that this club won the home game many times with huge margins.
This proves that for porto if arsenal is still strong enough. It will be enough to beat porto in the second leg. This is gonna be another ez match to bet on it.

Im feeling so good with the result. It will trigger arsenal to play more seriously in the upcoming game. Porto needs only to get draw to help arsenal to leaev from the club. In another match, barcelona has successfully gettng draw against napoli.
This gives better result caused by the second leg is going to happen away.