UEFA Champions League 2023/24 Season

[Uruhara]

First we will have two exciting quarter finals to watch and it's great opportunity to enjoy exciting football between two strongest candidates for a title. Second, one of them will go to semi finals and continue to be one of strongest candidates for a title with three other clubs.

I only hope that the winner from this quarter final pair will go to semi finals with no player injury and no suspended player because with best squad, they will be able to contribute best semi finals for us.

Matches between Manchester City and Real Madrid are hard to predict results and even the last season, in a first leg, their match was balance and difference was made only in a second leg. I expect to see the same for their quarter final matches this season, difference will be slim enough to argue even the winner is actually deserved to win or not.

Well, whatever team wins and advances to the semi-finals, I hope everyone can continue playing with their strongest squad. And hopefully all teams, not only Real Madrid and Man City, but also other teams can also avoid player injuries. Because sometimes when we see a match where one of the teams is playing with several main players who are absent due to injury. So this can make us a little unable to enjoy the match to the fullest. The most exciting thing is when we see a match where both teams play at full strength. And whatever results happen will definitely be acceptable to all parties.

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[Weawant]

Well, whatever team wins and advances to the semi-finals, I hope everyone can continue playing with their strongest squad. And hopefully all teams, not only Real Madrid and Man City, but also other teams can also avoid player injuries. Because sometimes when we see a match where one of the teams is playing with several main players who are absent due to injury. So this can make us a little unable to enjoy the match to the fullest. The most exciting thing is when we see a match where both teams play at full strength. And whatever results happen will definitely be acceptable to all parties.

I agree with this, playing with key players absent usually makes the game feel like it's not been played well enough and some persons who happens to be a fan to a particular player definitely to enjoy a game seeing that their favorite player is injured and isn't playing. Sometimes some persons usually don't seem to completely accept the results in the mind that the game wasn't played by the full squad.

But if they had all the team players completely playing in the squad, then they would be able to say that they are going to accept the results gotten from the game that was played but any other thing short of that is usually not fully accepted by them and in the case of Manchester city and Real Madrid, firstly at the end of the two fixtures home and away, one of the teams will no longer be seen in the champions league this season and this is regardless of the fact they are playing with a complete squad or not what will matter is the results in the end of the game, both team will seem to have equal share of the effects of injury on key player.

For Madrid they aren't certain about their keeper and so does Manchester city with some of their players so somehow I feel they are even and shouldn't be seen like any has got an advantage over the other or any is suffering more injures and is excuse enough, they both have an injury point in their squad and who ever uses that of their opponent best against them then gets the advantage that will keep them ahead.

[Plaguedeath]

Well, whatever team wins and advances to the semi-finals, I hope everyone can continue playing with their strongest squad. And hopefully all teams, not only Real Madrid and Man City, but also other teams can also avoid player injuries. Because sometimes when we see a match where one of the teams is playing with several main players who are absent due to injury. So this can make us a little unable to enjoy the match to the fullest. The most exciting thing is when we see a match where both teams play at full strength. And whatever results happen will definitely be acceptable to all parties.

Actually that's interesting, I want to watch Manchester City play without De Bruyne, Rodri and Silva, also Real Madrid play without Bellingham, Vinicius and Valverde. So this could make other teams can win against both of them, unlike people who're predict the winner would be either Real Madrid or Manchester City.

PSG without Mbappe would be interesting too, it's like they have zero chance to win against Barcelona.

[Velvet78]

Actually that's interesting, I want to watch Manchester City play without De Bruyne, Rodri and Silva, also Real Madrid play without Bellingham, Vinicius and Valverde. So this could make other teams can win against both of them, unlike people who're predict the winner would be either Real Madrid or Manchester City.

PSG without Mbappe would be interesting too, it's like they have zero chance to win against Barcelona.

Why would you like to watch them without their best players?    It wouldn't be enjoyable at all and it would be normal to see them having extra difficulties because of that. This is valid for every other big team with great players in their squad. Unlike you I would like to see all of these teams with their best lineups.

Manchester City will have full squad against Real Madrid as it seems. But I can't say that for Real Madrid I'm afraid. There are still important absent players in defense. Courtois was actually near recovery but he has got injured once again and he is out for the season now.

[GbitG]

PSG without Mbappe would be interesting too, it's like they have zero chance to win against Barcelona.

Yeah, definitely there is only one man that can do something for PSG to win otherwise there are a few more chances for Barcelona to win the match. Because Barcelona are much better than PSG in terms of tactics, players etc. Xavi have also improved his performance, like his defensive point, which was quite poor at the beginning of the season.
 
But anyway this is a UEFA champions league competition, so it is not easy to predict who will dominate the match. But I would go for Barcelona because I am a Barcelona fan I would love to see a Barcelona victory.
 
In addition, let's talk about matches. The first leg will be played at Parc de Princes, which is PSG home while PSG have big advantage. PSG have some injuries like P. Kimpembe, Marquinhos, and M. Asensio, which is badass for Paris. Which is on the other side? Barcelona's key players have already gotten injuries like F. de Jong, Pedri and A. Balde. Barcelona will have a little bit more problems in midfielder areas because crucial players are missing out but anyway let's see what happens next on April 11.

[len01]

Actually that's interesting, I want to watch Manchester City play without De Bruyne, Rodri and Silva, also Real Madrid play without Bellingham, Vinicius and Valverde. So this could make other teams can win against both of them, unlike people who're predict the winner would be either Real Madrid or Manchester City.

PSG without Mbappe would be interesting too, it's like they have zero chance to win against Barcelona.

Why would you like to watch them without their best players?    It wouldn't be enjoyable at all and it would be normal to see them having extra difficulties because of that. This is valid for every other big team with great players in their squad. Unlike you I would like to see all of these teams with their best lineups.

Manchester City will have full squad against Real Madrid as it seems. But I can't say that for Real Madrid I'm afraid. There are still important absent players in defense. Courtois was actually near recovery but he has got injured once again and he is out for the season now.

It doesn't make sense if a team competes without its flagship player and if a team doesn't use its best players, I'm sure the team will not become a popular team because the team is big and has a good reputation, all because it has star players with very high quality talent.
and that will not be possible when a team will fight for the UCL title this season and that is one of the prestigious titles that all teams in this part of Europe really want so that all the teams that qualify for the quarter finals will equally keep their best players from in terms of physical fitness so as not to suffer injuries so that he can perform optimally in the UCL.
I also have the same thoughts as you, if a team's competition for a title will be even more interesting when all the teams appear with their flagship team to see a very tight match against each other.

and regarding the winner of the Man City vs Real Madrid match, I still think these two teams have the same squad depth and I will continue to support Real Madrid who should be able to qualify this season.

[RaltcoinsB]

First we will have two exciting quarter finals to watch and it's great opportunity to enjoy exciting football between two strongest candidates for a title. Second, one of them will go to semi finals and continue to be one of strongest candidates for a title with three other clubs.

I only hope that the winner from this quarter final pair will go to semi finals with no player injury and no suspended player because with best squad, they will be able to contribute best semi finals for us.

Matches between Manchester City and Real Madrid are hard to predict results and even the last season, in a first leg, their match was balance and difference was made only in a second leg. I expect to see the same for their quarter final matches this season, difference will be slim enough to argue even the winner is actually deserved to win or not.

Well, whatever team wins and advances to the semi-finals, I hope everyone can continue playing with their strongest squad. And hopefully all teams, not only Real Madrid and Man City, but also other teams can also avoid player injuries. Because sometimes when we see a match where one of the teams is playing with several main players who are absent due to injury. So this can make us a little unable to enjoy the match to the fullest. The most exciting thing is when we see a match where both teams play at full strength. And whatever results happen will definitely be acceptable to all parties.

Absolutely I agree. It gives us more pleasure to see the team compete on the field with all its good players. I hope the matches will be completed without any injuries and we will have fun watching the most important stars on the field. The only thing I regret is that we won't be able to watch the losing team in the Manchester City-Real Madrid match. Both teams are great and it would be a real shame if either of them were eliminated.

[Ahli38]

But man sadly the battle is between Manchester City and Real Madrid, because the other teams show nothing compared to this two, Bayern? is worst than othr Bayerns, Arsenal? an always pussy team, Dormutnd? No chance, PSG? by far worst than last season, Barcelona? a joke, Atletico Madrid, maybe because they are strong on H2H but they are playing quite bad.

Although this is quite unfortunate. But I think there will be other interesting things if in this quarter-final there are lots of surprising match results. In the round of 16 yesterday we saw that there were 3 teams from Italy who apparently all failed in the round of 16. And now in the quarter-finals there are 3 teams from Laliga. And I'm curious whether their fate will be the same as the Italian teams or not. Real Madrid facing Manchester City is actually a very fierce match and in fact head to head Manchester City is still the favorite. Then there is Barcelona who have to face PSG who currently still dominate Ligue 1. And actually this match will also be very fierce and both will be difficult to predict. Then there is Atletico Madrid who have to face Dortmund, whose performance in their respective leagues is almost the same this season. Although I don't like the schedule that makes Real Madrid and Manchester City meet early. but honestly I like the other match schedule.

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It is so obvious that the game between Real Madrid and Manchester city is the toughest in the quarter finals stage and considering the fact that these both clubs are very much active in their respective leagues even makes it more difficult to predict who among the two that will advance to the semi finals.

I think the Champions League quarter-finals this season look more even, and not a single game does look unbalanced, yes we admit Manchester City and Madrid are like a final because of their performance and consistency so far in playing, but I think we also should not rule out other matches and I think will not be less exciting in the Champions League quarterfinals this season.

The Madrid and Manchester City match is like a revenge match for Madrid and that's why I think in the match both teams will play with high intensity to beat each other, seeing the performance and experience of course Madrid will still be the favorite in the match, but in terms of mentality and also squad depth of course Manchester City cannot be underestimated especially they are the defending champions this season,  And that's why it looks like the game will be difficult for us to guess who the winner is, because indeed both teams are the best teams available at the moment, besides that I think their ability will be really tested in the game and besides that I think the match will be a proving match for Haalaand and Belingham to declare who is the best between the two former Dortmund players.

[barisbilgili]

It is so obvious that the game between Real Madrid and Manchester city is the toughest in the quarter finals stage and considering the fact that these both clubs are very much active in their respective leagues even makes it more difficult to predict who among the two that will advance to the semi finals.

I think the Champions League quarter-finals this season look more even, and not a single game does look unbalanced, yes we admit Manchester City and Madrid are like a final because of their performance and consistency so far in playing, but I think we also should not rule out other matches and I think will not be less exciting in the Champions League quarterfinals this season.

The Madrid and Manchester City match is like a revenge match for Madrid and that's why I think in the match both teams will play with high intensity to beat each other, seeing the performance and experience of course Madrid will still be the favorite in the match, but in terms of mentality and also squad depth of course Manchester City cannot be underestimated especially they are the defending champions this season,  And that's why it looks like the game will be difficult for us to guess who the winner is, because indeed both teams are the best teams available at the moment, besides that I think their ability will be really tested in the game and besides that I think the match will be a proving match for Haalaand and Belingham to declare who is the best between the two former Dortmund players.

All matches in the Quarter Finals will be quite difficult because of the equal quality of the teams remaining in the current Champions League and indeed the Manchester City vs Real Madrid match is a bit of a concern because these two teams at the start of the season were favorites to win the Champions League trophy, but they must meet earlier in the quarterfinals.

There is a lot of evidence between Manchester City and Real Madrid so that in the quarter-finals this is the match that is most awaited because in terms of strength both teams are also very capable.
And this is the most difficult match to predict, Manchester City and Real Madrid are the best teams in Europe at the moment which cannot be underestimated.

[wakier]

First we will have two exciting quarter finals to watch and it's great opportunity to enjoy exciting football between two strongest candidates for a title. Second, one of them will go to semi finals and continue to be one of strongest candidates for a title with three other clubs.

I only hope that the winner from this quarter final pair will go to semi finals with no player injury and no suspended player because with best squad, they will be able to contribute best semi finals for us.

Matches between Manchester City and Real Madrid are hard to predict results and even the last season, in a first leg, their match was balance and difference was made only in a second leg. I expect to see the same for their quarter final matches this season, difference will be slim enough to argue even the winner is actually deserved to win or not.

Well, whatever team wins and advances to the semi-finals, I hope everyone can continue playing with their strongest squad. And hopefully all teams, not only Real Madrid and Man City, but also other teams can also avoid player injuries. Because sometimes when we see a match where one of the teams is playing with several main players who are absent due to injury. So this can make us a little unable to enjoy the match to the fullest. The most exciting thing is when we see a match where both teams play at full strength. And whatever results happen will definitely be acceptable to all parties.

Yes, you are right, when the team plays at full strength, we will definitely see an exciting and tense match and we will also find it difficult to predict who might win the match because both teams play well and take shots at each other, especially if both teams score lots of goals, of course it will make us cheering and worrying at the same time if our bet loses, but that's what's interesting when we bet on football. However, if one of the teams has a main player injured, we can judge that the team is not playing optimally so that we can easily predict that the opponent will win the match.

[Alpha Marine]

We usually consider the semi-final and final matches to be more competitive but this season the quarter-final might be the most competitive as the quarter-final contenders are Manchester City and Real Madrid.

Why do you assume or believe the quarter-finals will be more competitive than the semi-finals? Don't you know that the Champions League gets more important as it goes? So if Man City and Madrid don't play each other in the semis then it won't be competitive? I don't think so.

Anybody who qualifies between Man City and Madrid would play anybody who qualifies between Arsenal and Bayern Munich. Anyhow this turns out it would be a very competitive semis for either of them. Imagine thinking a tie between Bayern and Madrid won't be interesting. Or saying Arsenal Man City won't be competitive?
First, we'll enjoy the quarter-final, and then later we will enjoy the semi-final and the finals.
I remember when people were saying the Champions League fell off during the group stage and round of 16 of the tournament. Very funny.

[hyudien]

Actually that's interesting, I want to watch Manchester City play without De Bruyne, Rodri and Silva, also Real Madrid play without Bellingham, Vinicius and Valverde. So this could make other teams can win against both of them, unlike people who're predict the winner would be either Real Madrid or Manchester City.

PSG without Mbappe would be interesting too, it's like they have zero chance to win against Barcelona.

Why would you like to watch them without their best players?    It wouldn't be enjoyable at all and it would be normal to see them having extra difficulties because of that. This is valid for every other big team with great players in their squad. Unlike you I would like to see all of these teams with their best lineups.

Manchester City will have full squad against Real Madrid as it seems. But I can't say that for Real Madrid I'm afraid. There are still important absent players in defense. Courtois was actually near recovery but he has got injured once again and he is out for the season now.

It seems that he wants to see the team play without its best players because he wants to see which player can be the difference player in the match, that is quite interesting but it would be more interesting if they played with the full squad because that would make the intensity of the game even hotter. I actually always hope that they will always be able to play their best players, but there are obstacles that we cannot predict, such as injuries and so on.
This match is a very interesting match and we are looking forward to it, even though this happened in a round that we didn't expect, because at the start we wanted to see that they would meet in the final. But even so, this will not reduce the tension when they play, I mean they will want to beat each other, so there is no reason for them not to go all out, especially if they succeed in this match, they will be the biggest team his chance to become champion in the Champions League this season.

[Tony116]

It is so obvious that the game between Real Madrid and Manchester city is the toughest in the quarter finals stage and considering the fact that these both clubs are very much active in their respective leagues even makes it more difficult to predict who among the two that will advance to the semi finals.

I think the Champions League quarter-finals this season look more even, and not a single game does look unbalanced, yes we admit Manchester City and Madrid are like a final because of their performance and consistency so far in playing, but I think we also should not rule out other matches and I think will not be less exciting in the Champions League quarterfinals this season.

The Madrid and Manchester City match is like a revenge match for Madrid and that's why I think in the match both teams will play with high intensity to beat each other, seeing the performance and experience of course Madrid will still be the favorite in the match, but in terms of mentality and also squad depth of course Manchester City cannot be underestimated especially they are the defending champions this season,  And that's why it looks like the game will be difficult for us to guess who the winner is, because indeed both teams are the best teams available at the moment, besides that I think their ability will be really tested in the game and besides that I think the match will be a proving match for Haalaand and Belingham to declare who is the best between the two former Dortmund players.

Yes, that is going to be a good rivalry going on. And I also believe that both players are going to try their best to prove themselves better. Actually, both teams are going to try to prove themselves to be better than the other one. And that in this day and age we generally do not see this level of competition. Of course, there are other competitions like the El Clasico and other matches. But when we compare the power of both teams, this doesn't get any better than this. I really do not think there is any team being a favorite in this game. Both of them have the same level of capability and power and I think both of them have the capability to win. This next both of them very dangerous for each other.

[HajiBagi]

Well, whatever team wins and advances to the semi-finals, I hope everyone can continue playing with their strongest squad. And hopefully all teams, not only Real Madrid and Man City, but also other teams can also avoid player injuries. Because sometimes when we see a match where one of the teams is playing with several main players who are absent due to injury. So this can make us a little unable to enjoy the match to the fullest. The most exciting thing is when we see a match where both teams play at full strength. And whatever results happen will definitely be acceptable to all parties.

Actually that's interesting, I want to watch Manchester City play without De Bruyne, Rodri and Silva, also Real Madrid play without Bellingham, Vinicius and Valverde. So this could make other teams can win against both of them, unlike people who're predict the winner would be either Real Madrid or Manchester City.

PSG without Mbappe would be interesting too, it's like they have zero chance to win against Barcelona.

You are aware of how difficult it will be for the teams you mentioned to play without their key players. Without De Bruyne, Rodri, and Silvia, Manchester City will struggle to perform, as will Real Madrid without Vinicius, Bellingham, and Valverde. Even PSG will struggle to play without Mbappe, making Manchester City the worst team to perform without its core players. Did you also know that Manchester City will appear to be a small team without these players? Without these players, Manchester City would not be the same team, which is why they have always been in good health.

In the same way, Real Madrid will be without their main players, but they will still be superior to Manchester City because they have players like Camavinga, Arda Gular, Brahmin Diaz, and Joselu who can play very well. As for PSG, they can play without MBP because MBP will soon depart and their eyes will open, so they will have to learn how to play without MBP. It is also risky for a team to rely just on one player.

[naira]

Actually that's interesting, I want to watch Manchester City play without De Bruyne, Rodri and Silva, also Real Madrid play without Bellingham, Vinicius and Valverde. So this could make other teams can win against both of them, unlike people who're predict the winner would be either Real Madrid or Manchester City.

PSG without Mbappe would be interesting too, it's like they have zero chance to win against Barcelona.

Why would you like to watch them without their best players?    It wouldn't be enjoyable at all and it would be normal to see them having extra difficulties because of that. This is valid for every other big team with great players in their squad. Unlike you I would like to see all of these teams with their best lineups.

Manchester City will have full squad against Real Madrid as it seems. But I can't say that for Real Madrid I'm afraid. There are still important absent players in defense. Courtois was actually near recovery but he has got injured once again and he is out for the season now.

I also want to ask the same question, because as a football lover, a game where both players are equally strong will be much more exciting, the ideal composition of each team in battle will not be saturated in giving each other the best attack and solid defense. If both teams are not strengthened by superior players, it will not be very exciting and perhaps the coach will be considered careless because he wasted the opportunity, where the UCL is proof of the strength of the teams from each league. It's so strange to have to play with such a messy composition, I'm sure that won't happen. No matter how bad the club condition is when they enter the UCL, they will show their best performance compared to their performance in the Domestic League.

[Farma]

I also want to ask the same question, because as a football lover, a game where both players are equally strong will be much more exciting, the ideal composition of each team in battle will not be saturated in giving each other the best attack and solid defense. If both teams are not strengthened by superior players, it will not be very exciting and perhaps the coach will be considered careless because he wasted the opportunity, where the UCL is proof of the strength of the teams from each league. It's so strange to have to play with such a messy composition, I'm sure that won't happen. No matter how bad the club condition is when they enter the UCL, they will show their best performance compared to their performance in the Domestic League.

This is a Champions League quarter-final match and all teams are aiming for victory so it is impossible for a team to not field its best players. In fact, the coach is doing everything to improve the team's performance in a quarter-final match, especially as the opponent that Manchester City will face is one Europe's top team is Real Madrid.

The Manchester City team is currently having a bit of a problem because several of their main players are suffering from injuries, but I don't think it will have a significant impact because there are several of their supporting players who also have almost the same quality.
Not only Manchester City but several other teams that will compete in the quarter-finals are also the same, but I think that also applies to other teams, losing several main players due to injury will not cause an excessive reduction in the quality of the team and what is clear is that all the matches in the Champions League quarter-finals this season This will be quite interesting and intense, not just Manchester City's match against Real Madrid.

[Justbillywitt]

Well, whatever team wins and advances to the semi-finals, I hope everyone can continue playing with their strongest squad. And hopefully all teams, not only Real Madrid and Man City, but also other teams can also avoid player injuries. Because sometimes when we see a match where one of the teams is playing with several main players who are absent due to injury. So this can make us a little unable to enjoy the match to the fullest. The most exciting thing is when we see a match where both teams play at full strength. And whatever results happen will definitely be acceptable to all parties.

Actually that's interesting, I want to watch Manchester City play without De Bruyne, Rodri and Silva, also Real Madrid play without Bellingham, Vinicius and Valverde. So this could make other teams can win against both of them, unlike people who're predict the winner would be either Real Madrid or Manchester City.

PSG without Mbappe would be interesting too, it's like they have zero chance to win against Barcelona.

These players are part of the team. I wouldn't wish to watch the champions league match involving these teams without seeing their star players on the match day squad. The match will be boring. Sometimes many fans go to a particular football game just to watch some their favorite players perform. Secondly if the teams play without their star players and they eventually loss the game, you will be hearing excuses like, we lost because our key players were not around. I don't like such complaints, that's why I prefer everyone to be fit and play. Let the best team win and advance.

[tusandii]

It is so obvious that the game between Real Madrid and Manchester city is the toughest in the quarter finals stage and considering the fact that these both clubs are very much active in their respective leagues even makes it more difficult to predict who among the two that will advance to the semi finals.

I think the Champions League quarter-finals this season look more even, and not a single game does look unbalanced, yes we admit Manchester City and Madrid are like a final because of their performance and consistency so far in playing, but I think we also should not rule out other matches and I think will not be less exciting in the Champions League quarterfinals this season.

The Madrid and Manchester City match is like a revenge match for Madrid and that's why I think in the match both teams will play with high intensity to beat each other, seeing the performance and experience of course Madrid will still be the favorite in the match, but in terms of mentality and also squad depth of course Manchester City cannot be underestimated especially they are the defending champions this season,  And that's why it looks like the game will be difficult for us to guess who the winner is, because indeed both teams are the best teams available at the moment, besides that I think their ability will be really tested in the game and besides that I think the match will be a proving match for Haalaand and Belingham to declare who is the best between the two former Dortmund players.

All matches in the Quarter Finals will be quite difficult because of the equal quality of the teams remaining in the current Champions League and indeed the Manchester City vs Real Madrid match is a bit of a concern because these two teams at the start of the season were favorites to win the Champions League trophy, but they must meet earlier in the quarterfinals.

There is a lot of evidence between Manchester City and Real Madrid so that in the quarter-finals this is the match that is most awaited because in terms of strength both teams are also very capable.
And this is the most difficult match to predict, Manchester City and Real Madrid are the best teams in Europe at the moment which cannot be underestimated.

Yes, all the matches, even all the clubs that will appear in the quarter-finals, will be more competitive when all the clubs that are strong and have excellent performance will be eliminated one by one in this round, but the clubs that will be eliminated from this round will definitely not be that easy if seeing that all these clubs have almost equal performance according to their respective opponents.
Not only Manchester City and Real Madrid, even Barcelona and PSG have their own advantages and both have very good performance to put pressure on each other and make it difficult for opponents to score.
Of all the schedules, it is very interesting and competitive, but there is 1 match that makes me a little uninterested because Bayern Munich will play Arsenal, it seems like we can all guess who will qualify so it doesn't look interesting.

[X-ray]

Well, whatever team wins and advances to the semi-finals, I hope everyone can continue playing with their strongest squad. And hopefully all teams, not only Real Madrid and Man City, but also other teams can also avoid player injuries. Because sometimes when we see a match where one of the teams is playing with several main players who are absent due to injury. So this can make us a little unable to enjoy the match to the fullest. The most exciting thing is when we see a match where both teams play at full strength. And whatever results happen will definitely be acceptable to all parties.

Actually that's interesting, I want to watch Manchester City play without De Bruyne, Rodri and Silva, also Real Madrid play without Bellingham, Vinicius and Valverde. So this could make other teams can win against both of them, unlike people who're predict the winner would be either Real Madrid or Manchester City.

I would rather watch championship league instead of watching those clubs to play without their best players. Even though their secondary squads are probably equal compared to the main squad but it's not what the public wanted to see. Football follows the demands of the viewers.
You seem to have hoped for something that will never come true, but I have seen that City played without Bruyne and Silva. It was only because of the absence of Rodri, who was not injured at that time.

PSG without Mbappe would be interesting too, it's like they have zero chance to win against Barcelona.

I have seen it many times. So, you are obviously thinking that if there is no Mbappe and no win for PSG. What people wanted to see was their favorite player to play in the game. I would like to see enrique to use the secondary squad of PSG against barcelona.
Im sure barcelona will be nothing against it.