UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Season

[klidex]

It's time for the Champions League again!    I'm going to watch the Galatasaray - Young Boys match definitely. The first leg was really thrilling as you know. We watched 5 goals.

What do you say about this match? Will Galatasaray manage to make it to league phase?    My humble opinion is that they will make it one way or another. I don't expect an easy win first of all. We all saw how bad Galatasaray defense was. I don't expect it to be better this time either. But I expect a better attacking effort. They have very capable attackers. Even if it goes to extra time, I don't think they will lose to Young Boys.

I also favor Galatasaray in this match even though they are 1 aggregate behind Young Boys but I still have high hopes for Galatasaray's victory in the second leg because a 1 goal aggregate is not a big difference or they can dribble a penalty in this second leg but by trying to win in order to qualify for the League phase.

I made a bet that I think is quite risky with odds @3.76 including Galatasaray, Szalburg and Sparta Praha's victory even though it is clear that these clubs have won in the first leg with a score of 2:0 so in the second leg even though they get a draw they can still qualify but I expect them to win again because I see their opponents' defense is quite weak.

[Luzin]

Currently, there are still 7 teams that are unknown due to the playoffs. So it seems that prediction is quite difficult. Although I am sure that the big teams representing the league will be your strong candidates. The draw for the League Phase will be held this Thursday, August 29 at the Grimaldi Forum, Monaco. But until now there are still 7 empty slots that are still up for grabs in Thursday's match. The new format of the UCL makes me a little curious, hopefully with this new format the match will be more interesting.

Champions League dates

Matchday 1: 17–19 September 2024
Matchday 2: 1/2 October 2024
Matchday 3: 22/23 October 2024
Matchday 4: 5/6 November 2024
Matchday 5: 26/27 November 2024
Matchday 6: 10/11 December 2024
Matchday 7: 21/22 January 2025
Matchday 8: 29 January 2025
Knockout round play-offs draw: 31 January 2025
Knockout round play-offs: 11/12 & 18/19 February 2025
Round of 16, quarter-final and semi-final draws: 21 February 2025

Source: https://www.uefa.com/uefachampionsleague/draws/2025/2001883/

[ajanwalker]

The two most comfortable teams in the Play Offs are Sparta Prague and Salzburg. Because both of them won their first match away with a score of 0-2. Even if they lose by a margin at home tonight, they still qualify for the groups.
If Galatasaray wins by one difference, the match will be extended; if they win by two different scores, they will advance to the round.
I believe that Galatasaray will also pass the tour. If Young Boys had not wasted the positions they had in the first match generously, they could have taken the field more easily this evening.

[Webetcoins]

In addition to the Young Boys team who can play more intensely in the second leg later, Galatasaray who are the hosts will also try to build attacks and take advantage of every opportunity in order to win by more than one goal. Because it would be better to win by more than one goal than having to go through penalties because of being affected by the same aggregate, so both teams seem to be playing as well as possible in the second leg in order to qualify for the Champions League this season.

The home advantage may chance Galatasaray to show their best performance in front of the fans and fight not to disappoint, I see Young Boys is not better than Galatasaray if not for the penalty kick maybe Young Boys will not win easily I am sure in the second leg Galatasaray will be more focused and will not waste the opportunity to qualify for the Champions League, Galatasaray must be able to maintain their defense tightly so that the opposing club cannot increase their aggregate total at least by scoring 2:0 Galatasaray does not need a penalty shootout and they can win and qualify.

Galatasaray performance in Switzerland were not bad at all even they lost this match and have red card but still things were in good control for them now most chances at home they will be completely different side which will give his best for having spot into Champions League with their quality and performance having great improvement they are doing good in last few years while they were playing against Young Boys trailing by 2–0 at the end of first half was depressing movement, but they have done good fightback and have good end of their away game.

Now at home they will be having few good advantages chances are higher for them to have good lead and keep things under control for not having anything extra time or penalties shootout because this can bring some hectic for them and their players with Young Boys are also having good squad which can bring surprise in another game away from home.

[Sg4j1n3ll0]

questa nuova formula un pò mi spaventa devo dire che effettivamente questi gironi sono un pò strani per quanto riguarda la juvenrtus che è la mia squadra del cuore diciamo che potrebbe pescare  due delle squadre inserite nella prima fascia I bianconeri potranno pescare tutte le 9 squadre della prima fascia ad eccezione dell'Inter, essendo squadra italiana
quindi : Real Madrid Manchester City Bayern Monaco PSG Liverpool Borussia Dortmund Lipsia Barcellona

[mamesso]

The two most comfortable teams in the Play Offs are Sparta Prague and Salzburg. Because both of them won their first match away with a score of 0-2. Even if they lose by a margin at home tonight, they still qualify for the groups.
If Galatasaray wins by one difference, the match will be extended; if they win by two different scores, they will advance to the round.
I believe that Galatasaray will also pass the tour. If Young Boys had not wasted the positions they had in the first match generously, they could have taken the field more easily this evening.

Sparta Prague and Salzburg only need a draw when they play at home or at least a 1-0 defeat to secure their place in the main draw. Both teams had no pressure at all starting this match, apart from their status as hosts, they also both managed to win away games. Galatasaray must fight hard at their home ground, at least Galatasaray players must score two goals and prevent Young Boys players from scoring if they want to qualify for the main round. Now Young Boys are in a good position after winning the first leg, they only need a draw to qualify and I think the opportunity to appear in the UCL that is in front of their eyes will not be wasted.

[legendbtc]

In addition to the Young Boys team who can play more intensely in the second leg later, Galatasaray who are the hosts will also try to build attacks and take advantage of every opportunity in order to win by more than one goal. Because it would be better to win by more than one goal than having to go through penalties because of being affected by the same aggregate, so both teams seem to be playing as well as possible in the second leg in order to qualify for the Champions League this season.

The home advantage may chance Galatasaray to show their best performance in front of the fans and fight not to disappoint, I see Young Boys is not better than Galatasaray if not for the penalty kick maybe Young Boys will not win easily I am sure in the second leg Galatasaray will be more focused and will not waste the opportunity to qualify for the Champions League, Galatasaray must be able to maintain their defense tightly so that the opposing club cannot increase their aggregate total at least by scoring 2:0 Galatasaray does not need a penalty shootout and they can win and qualify.

Galatasaray performance in Switzerland were not bad at all even they lost this match and have red card but still things were in good control for them now most chances at home they will be completely different side which will give his best for having spot into Champions League with their quality and performance having great improvement they are doing good in last few years while they were playing against Young Boys trailing by 2–0 at the end of first half was depressing movement, but they have done good fightback and have good end of their away game.

Now at home they will be having few good advantages chances are higher for them to have good lead and keep things under control for not having anything extra time or penalties shootout because this can bring some hectic for them and their players with Young Boys are also having good squad which can bring surprise in another game away from home.

Yes, Galatasaray, despite losing to Young Boys in the first leg, still has a good chance of turning things around at home to qualify for the Champions League group stage. Because they are at a disadvantage, Galatasaray will have to play offensively, at least until they can turn the situation around, in this crucial match. Galatasaray will also not be able to use their mainstay centec-back Bardakci due to suspension. Therefore, Young Boys' attack will have a lot easier time.

I believe the upcoming match will be very decisive and tense. Perhaps, a draw is a good result for both sides. It's just that if that happens, Galatasaray will have to sadly say goodbye to the Champions League this season. Young Boys' mission now is very simple, just need to draw with Galatasaray to be in the group stage.

[Pandu Geddon]

Yes, Galatasaray, despite losing to Young Boys in the first leg, still has a good chance of turning things around at home to qualify for the Champions League group stage. Because they are at a disadvantage, Galatasaray will have to play offensively, at least until they can turn the situation around, in this crucial match. Galatasaray will also not be able to use their mainstay centec-back Bardakci due to suspension. Therefore, Young Boys' attack will have a lot easier time.

I believe the upcoming match will be very decisive and tense. Perhaps, a draw is a good result for both sides. It's just that if that happens, Galatasaray will have to sadly say goodbye to the Champions League this season. Young Boys' mission now is very simple, just need to draw with Galatasaray to be in the group stage.

I'm not so sure but I'll bet on Galatasaray. The odds offered by the bookies are also still leaning towards Galatasaray. they have to work hard to catch up on the 1 goal deficit. it is very possible to be chased. but there is also a possibility that both will still score in the match later.

another match, Sparta Prague vs Malmo. Sparta won 2-0 on aggregate and now they will also play at home. Sparta's chances of winning in the second leg are quite large. even the bookies are still offering a good Odd offer of 1.84
I haven't decided on a bet, but I might also bet on the match.

[asriloni]

If Galatasaray wins by one difference, the match will be extended; if they win by two different scores, they will advance to the round.
I believe that Galatasaray will also pass the tour. If Young Boys had not wasted the positions they had in the first match generously, they could have taken the field more easily this evening.

I predict 4-2 for Galatasaray to win the game against Young Boys. I don't see how we wouldn't concede at least one goal either because our team is not that good. It doubts me if we will win the game with a cleansheet even in a home game. Although playing at home would boost our players' mentality to get a ticket to play in UCL.

I believe we will pass to the UCL. We have to reach a two-goal difference at the very least to avoid going to extra time and penalties. Batshuayi has to start the game, or we'll perform badly like the first half of the first leg. He deserved it, and it is because he helped us a lot in the first leg by scored two goals.

[Inwestour]

Sparta Prague and Salzburg only need a draw when they play at home or at least a 1-0 defeat to secure their place in the main draw. Both teams had no pressure at all starting this match, apart from their status as hosts, they also both managed to win away games. Galatasaray must fight hard at their home ground, at least Galatasaray players must score two goals and prevent Young Boys players from scoring if they want to qualify for the main round. Now Young Boys are in a good position after winning the first leg, they only need a draw to qualify and I think the opportunity to appear in the UCL that is in front of their eyes will not be wasted.

Salzburg and Sparta secured a win in the first away match, I doubt very much that anything can stop them from achieving their goals, especially at home. Galatasaray is in a more difficult situation, they only need a win to take the match into extra time, or a win by two goals or more to end the match with a win in regular time. A draw is enough for Young Boys, but it is one thing to win at home, and another thing to play in Istanbul at Rams Park, where the support of Galatasaray fans will be very impressive, I think Galatasaray will win today.

[mammusu]

Sparta Prague and Salzburg only need a draw when they play at home or at least a 1-0 defeat to secure their place in the main draw. Both teams had no pressure at all starting this match, apart from their status as hosts, they also both managed to win away games. Galatasaray must fight hard at their home ground, at least Galatasaray players must score two goals and prevent Young Boys players from scoring if they want to qualify for the main round. Now Young Boys are in a good position after winning the first leg, they only need a draw to qualify and I think the opportunity to appear in the UCL that is in front of their eyes will not be wasted.

Salzburg and Sparta secured a win in the first away match, I doubt very much that anything can stop them from achieving their goals, especially at home. Galatasaray is in a more difficult situation, they only need a win to take the match into extra time, or a win by two goals or more to end the match with a win in regular time. A draw is enough for Young Boys, but it is one thing to win at home, and another thing to play in Istanbul at Rams Park, where the support of Galatasaray fans will be very impressive, I think Galatasaray will win today.

Sparta and Salzburg will try to secure their victory in the second leg later, playing at home of course they have a lot of advantages to be able to at least secure a draw in the home match later, I think Salzburg and Sparta will probably find it easier to secure their chances of qualifying for the Champions League, because in addition to playing at home the opponent they are facing is actually not a team that can relatively make surprises,  Compared to Salzburg and Sparta, it is clear that the journey of the youngboys to secure their victory is very difficult in the second leg later,because Galatasaray will certainly maximize their home matches to get a victory as well as 1 Champions League ticket this season playing at the Galatasaray home is not something easy, especialy the quality of the players owned by Galatasaray is much better than the squad owned by the youngboy,  In addition to those three matches, we will also see how the Zagreb Dynamo today look to  easily win a one ticket at home after previously in the first leg they won 3-0 over Qarabag.

My predictions for the teams that will qualify for the Champions League this season:
1. Galatasaray.
2. Salzburg.
3. Sparta Prague.
4. Dynamo Zagreb.

[Jatiluhung]

I think today's 3 matches in the second leg of the UCL playoffs will be quite easy for us to predict the results. We just need to look at the quality shown by them in the first leg. The 3 matches I mean are Galatasaray vs Young Boys, Sparta Prague vs Malmo and RB Salzburg vs Dynamo Kyiv.

My prediction is that Galatasaray, Sparta Prague and RB Salzburg will be the winners in today's match. Sparta Prague and RB Salzburg probably shouldn't be in doubt when it comes to the difference in quality with their opponents. But for the Galatasaray vs Young Boys match, maybe there are those who doubt it. remembering that Galatsaray lost to Young Boys in the first leg. but we have to remember that in the second half of the first leg, Galatasaray played well. And I think that will continue in this second leg.

[joniboini]

But for the Galatasaray vs Young Boys match, maybe there are those who doubt it. remembering that Galatsaray lost to Young Boys in the first leg. but we have to remember that in the second half of the first leg, Galatasaray played well. And I think that will continue in this second leg.

I checked some betting websites and it seems most of them put higher votes for Galatasaray to win the match. Looks like the majority more or less share the same believe as yours.

I predict 4-2 for Galatasaray to win the game against Young Boys. I don't see how we wouldn't concede at least one goal either because our team is not that good. It doubts me if we will win the game with a cleansheet even in a home game. Although playing at home would boost our players' mentality to get a ticket to play in UCL.

Why 4-2 specifically? You think Young Boys can score more than 2 goals against your team? Compared to some predictions online, others believe Young Boys would score only 1 goal, with the key difference in how many Galatasaray will score. I see lots of prediction hovering around a 2-1 win and penalties, but surely it's possible to win with 3-1. CMIIW.

[irhact]

The new format will now be interesting but I'm not sure any English club will be able to compete for trophies other than Manchester City.
For the previous few seasons Liverpool could still do that but for now I want to relax my expectations for Liverpool because although they at the beginning of the domestic competition they played very well but in the end there are still doubts for Arne slot in this regard.

Liverpool can play well in the champions league as they have a history of winning. It is the same history that is helping real madrid to always be the team winning every time too. Liverpool already has 6 champions league therefore they can win more with or without a stronger team. Let say Real Madrid and Liverpool meets at the champions league final, Real Madrid might still win them as they have a better squad but it isn't going to be easy for Real Madrid as how it would had been when they hey meet a smaller team as Arsenal. Arsenal aren't a champions league team as they do not have any experience or heritage in the champions league.

[Publictalk792]

Salzburg and Sparta secured a win in the first away match, I doubt very much that anything can stop them from achieving their goals, especially at home. Galatasaray is in a more difficult situation, they only need a win to take the match into extra time, or a win by two goals or more to end the match with a win in regular time. A draw is enough for Young Boys, but it is one thing to win at home, and another thing to play in Istanbul at Rams Park, where the support of Galatasaray fans will be very impressive, I think Galatasaray will win today.

Yes that is right Salzburg and Sparta are in good position after winning away games. They will likely succeed because they now play at home. But Galatasaray has harder task. They need to win to continue match or win by two goals to finish match today.
Even though Young Boys only needs tie I think Galatasaray will play well because of their enthusiastic fans. The fans energy and support will help Galatasaray and I hope they will win today.

[rendravolt]

I made a bet that I think is quite risky with odds @3.76 including Galatasaray, Szalburg and Sparta Praha's victory even though it is clear that these clubs have won in the first leg with a score of 2:0 so in the second leg even though they get a draw they can still qualify but I expect them to win again because I see their opponents' defense is quite weak.

Basically no team wants to rely on the results that exist later with the previous advantage and here you have the right view to describe the bet. However, both Salzburg and Sparta Prague will try to win, especially since they both play as hosts. It would be disappointing if they made a mistake at home that ended in something undesirable.

For Galatasaray, that is true and if they weaken in the second leg it will be even more embarrassing. No matter where they play, even in away games they have to win if they want to appear in the Champions League this season. They should be aware that being a representative of Turkey in the highest European competition is a pride for every club. Therefore, as long as the aggregate difference is only thin, opportunities and luck will still cover them and it depends on how they can do it well.

[Frankolala]

The new format will now be interesting but I'm not sure any English club will be able to compete for trophies other than Manchester City.
For the previous few seasons Liverpool could still do that but for now I want to relax my expectations for Liverpool because although they at the beginning of the domestic competition they played very well but in the end there are still doubts for Arne slot in this regard.

Liverpool can play well in the champions league as they have a history of winning. It is the same history that is helping real madrid to always be the team winning every time too. Liverpool already has 6 champions league therefore they can win more with or without a stronger team. Let say Real Madrid and Liverpool meets at the champions league final, Real Madrid might still win them as they have a better squad but it isn't going to be easy for Real Madrid as how it would had been when they hey meet a smaller team as Arsenal. Arsenal aren't a champions league team as they do not have any experience or heritage in the champions league.

No one knows what will happen tomorrow but from my own perspective, I don't think that Liverpool has the squad that will enable them reach the finals in the Champions League because when Klopp was their coach, that was when they should have lifted the trophy in UCL because he built the team to be very strong.

Liverpool just change their coach which no one currently know what they are capable of doing but I believe that it will not be possible for Arne Slot to succeed reaching the finals because is like the players are still using Klopp game pattern. Maybe in future, he can win UCL with Liverpool.

[LFC_Bitcoin]

There are about 10 teams capable of winning the CL guys. The best team doesn’t always win it. In a cup competition sometimes a bit of bad luck in one game can get your team eliminated.

The favourites are Man City and Real Madrid but there are a number of other teams very capable of winning it. With the new format we might get some real surprises this season.

[bastisisca]

Real Madrid will always being an the favourite of this competition because you can see based on the champion lists in the last 10 season that Real Madrid is really dominate this competition with gets 5 trophies so these achievement possibly will be hard to pursued by any other teams even there was opinion about them that if don't want Real Madrid gets the trophy then don't ever let them reach to the final matches because according to the statistics Real Madrid has more than 80% winning percentages on the final matches of Liga champion

For other team just like Manchester City probably they also can be considered as strong contender for race title especially after the return of Gundogan it makes them more stronger  but it's hard to predict who is the winner of this season because the league hasn't starting yet especially Champion league has new format but we cannot ruled out other teams just like PSG or Bayern Munich especially PSG that they are really on fire without Mbappe at Ligue 1

Also in my opinion, Real Madrid is one of the strongest teams in both La Liga and the Champions League. Obviously they're still the favorite team this season too, and that's getting a little boring. We need another team that is equally strong in order to make the cup more fun.

[TastyChillySauce00]

Salzburg and Sparta secured a win in the first away match, I doubt very much that anything can stop them from achieving their goals, especially at home. Galatasaray is in a more difficult situation, they only need a win to take the match into extra time, or a win by two goals or more to end the match with a win in regular time. A draw is enough for Young Boys, but it is one thing to win at home, and another thing to play in Istanbul at Rams Park, where the support of Galatasaray fans will be very impressive, I think Galatasaray will win today.

But Galatasaray has harder task. They need to win to continue match or win by two goals to finish match today.
Even though Young Boys only needs tie I think Galatasaray will play well because of their enthusiastic fans. The fans energy and support will help Galatasaray and I hope they will win today.

It's most likely the second leg is gonna be a difficult game for us. That's because Young Boys will come to our home just to park their bus. The odds providers still favored us to qualify for the UCL (see the odds below). But, I still doubt our chances.



To bet on Galatasaray to win 1x2 or qualify for the UCL totally makes sense, but i don't really trust those odds. Given the fact that our recent form is not looking good, and i expect a 50/50 chance of qualifying for UCL for both of clubs. BTTS is much more preferable for me in this game.