UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Season

[Zaguru12]

The last time both teams met in the UEFA Champions League was in the 2005/06 Round of 16. Arsenal won Real Madrid by 1-0 aggregate. At that time the Gunners had some of the best players in the world. Comparing the two clubs, Real Madrid currently have better players than Arsenal and their coach have lots of experience. Mikel Arteta will be hoping that Bukayo Saka comes back from injury to feature in the first leg in Emirates Stadium. Los Blancos wants to defend their trophy while the Gunners knows that this might be their only chance to win a trophy this season. So we are expecting this game to be a cracker.

The 2005/2006 meeting between Arsenal and Real Madrid was the era in which Arsenal had the likes of Henry and the young Fabregas in their form but still Real Madrid had the stars then. The like of Zidane, Ronaldo, Guti, Beckham, Raul, Roberto Carlos, Casillas and even Sergio Ramos in the team, this was when Real Madrid were even referred to as Galacticos because the team was star power then but Arsenal surprised them because Arsenal was a much younger team than Real Madrid and they were dominating the Premier League then while Real Madrid were having problems then within their squad. So this makes the comparison a little bit different to this era.

Right now both have pretty much a younger squad, with Real Madrid having a much better team and squad overall than Arsenal. For me Real Madrid since that former meeting against Arsenal have done much better in the champions league than Arsenal have even qualified. This doesn’t mean I am ruling them out but they need to be on top of their game before they can stand a chance, the champions is a competition of surprises so Arsenal can still pull off some in my opinion

[Adbitco]

Real Madrid could win this time too, and maybe they will be eventually champions, but they may lose too, there is nothing that can make us see what is going to happen. If we knew, then betting would be so easy, or oddmakers wouldn't even let us bet, we do not know and it is all an assumption, that is why there is still betting. Sure I still bet on Real Madrid, but I know there is a risk on it.

There is no doubt that this  will be one of the most  competitive matches of the quarter-finals. I would consider Arsenal and Real Madrid to be equally strong. Real madrid may be more experienced , but Arsenal is not far behind. If Arsenal's players are confident, they can win against any big team. Also, since the first leg match is Arsenal's home match , Arsenal can be put ahead in the first leg . The confidence of Arsenal's players will naturally be boosted a bit in the home match. If Arsenal can win the first leg  match, Arsenal has a chance of going to the semi-finals . If Arsenal loses the first leg match, the  team will have to give up the dream of the semi-finals.

If Arsenal wants to knock out Real Madrid then they should be ready to score tons of goals in the Emirates stadium, if they have a 1 or 2 goals lead against Real Madrid then I can say it's not enough to take to the Santiago Bernebeu. That is Real Madrid's fortress, it's like a slaughter house for them in the Champions League where they take every game in that stadium like it's a final. But seriously, I still don't see Arsenal as a team that's capable of knocking out Real Madrid especially this one that the return leg will be played in Spain.

[Asiska02]

There is no doubt that this  will be one of the most  competitive matches of the quarter-finals. I would consider Arsenal and Real Madrid to be equally strong. Real madrid may be more experienced , but Arsenal is not far behind. If Arsenal's players are confident, they can win against any big team. Also, since the first leg match is Arsenal's home match , Arsenal can be put ahead in the first leg . The confidence of Arsenal's players will naturally be boosted a bit in the home match. If Arsenal can win the first leg  match, Arsenal has a chance of going to the semi-finals . If Arsenal loses the first leg match, the  team will have to give up the dream of the semi-finals.

Winning the first leg match is not an assertion that any team that lost in the first leg match will not have a chance in the competition again and won’t make it to the next round of the competition. We have seen cases where the first leg match is won with up to three goals but in the second leg matches, we see them equalizing the goals and also getting to win the match. Football is a game of surprise and when it comes to the champions league competitions, the surprise is always doubled and we get to see more of unforeseen situations coming up in the matches. Arsenal and Real Madrid is indeed a very tough match but I think they need to show their individual strength as a team before we consider them as favourites. It doesn’t matter the experience now, all that matter is who can put in the best effort to prevail in the competition and qualify for the next round.

[khiholangkang]

Real Madrid could win this time too, and maybe they will be eventually champions, but they may lose too, there is nothing that can make us see what is going to happen. If we knew, then betting would be so easy, or oddmakers wouldn't even let us bet, we do not know and it is all an assumption, that is why there is still betting. Sure I still bet on Real Madrid, but I know there is a risk on it.

There is no doubt that this  will be one of the most  competitive matches of the quarter-finals. I would consider Arsenal and Real Madrid to be equally strong. Real madrid may be more experienced , but Arsenal is not far behind. If Arsenal's players are confident, they can win against any big team. Also, since the first leg match is Arsenal's home match , Arsenal can be put ahead in the first leg . The confidence of Arsenal's players will naturally be boosted a bit in the home match. If Arsenal can win the first leg  match, Arsenal has a chance of going to the semi-finals . If Arsenal loses the first leg match, the  team will have to give up the dream of the semi-finals.

Arsenal are always stopped in the hunt for their Champions League titles are always broken by many trials that come to them, for some reason it is like a curse for Arsenal in every season, and yes Arsenal are dealing with a team that has more experience and also has more victory in the Champions League every season will be quite difficult tasks for obstacles this time, but maybe Arteta Unstable, this could be a great opportunity for Arsenal to show their teeth in the Champions League this season, Arsenal only needed confidence and could counter attacks by Ancelotti's foster children, so they could have a great chance of winning the chances of victory.

[Su-asa]

Real Madrid could win this time too, and maybe they will be eventually champions, but they may lose too, there is nothing that can make us see what is going to happen. If we knew, then betting would be so easy, or oddmakers wouldn't even let us bet, we do not know and it is all an assumption, that is why there is still betting. Sure I still bet on Real Madrid, but I know there is a risk on it.

There is no doubt that this  will be one of the most  competitive matches of the quarter-finals. I would consider Arsenal and Real Madrid to be equally strong. Real madrid may be more experienced , but Arsenal is not far behind. If Arsenal's players are confident, they can win against any big team. Also, since the first leg match is Arsenal's home match , Arsenal can be put ahead in the first leg . The confidence of Arsenal's players will naturally be boosted a bit in the home match. If Arsenal can win the first leg  match, Arsenal has a chance of going to the semi-finals . If Arsenal loses the first leg match, the  team will have to give up the dream of the semi-finals.

People are saying real Madrid might win the UCL forgetting that Barcelona is actually doing real well at the moment, they are a threat to Madrid but the problem with them is that they don't have the ability to maintain a good performance for a long time just like arsenal. So I'm looking at Barca and Madrid, I can't add arsenal to this cause I know that they will definitely fall out as usual. It's do disappointing that Liverpool couldn't last this season, I was expecting them to give Madrid a hard time. Let's see how the season goes.

[Dailyscript]

Real Madrid could win this time too, and maybe they will be eventually champions, but they may lose too, there is nothing that can make us see what is going to happen. If we knew, then betting would be so easy, or oddmakers wouldn't even let us bet, we do not know and it is all an assumption, that is why there is still betting. Sure I still bet on Real Madrid, but I know there is a risk on it.

There is no doubt that this  will be one of the most  competitive matches of the quarter-finals. I would consider Arsenal and Real Madrid to be equally strong. Real madrid may be more experienced , but Arsenal is not far behind. If Arsenal's players are confident, they can win against any big team. Also, since the first leg match is Arsenal's home match , Arsenal can be put ahead in the first leg . The confidence of Arsenal's players will naturally be boosted a bit in the home match. If Arsenal can win the first leg  match, Arsenal has a chance of going to the semi-finals . If Arsenal loses the first leg match, the  team will have to give up the dream of the semi-finals.

I have similar thoughts on this Arsenal Vs Real Madrid match in the quarterfinals of the Champions League this season.

Many people including bookmakers are hoping that Real Madrid will eliminate Arsenal easily, forgetting the defensive strength of Arsenal and how well the team is coordinated despite injuries that affected their performance, they could have been very close to Liverpool in the title race, yet they are not left behind as they keep fighting in the EPL title race. Therefore, I don’t expect an easy battle for both parties, Real Madrid will have to struggle because they can’t easily eliminate Arsenal, while Arsenal can also make it over if they remove gear and play Real Madrid with full confidence because they are not a weak team that should be bullied by Real Madrid easily.

Also remember the attacking strength of Real Madrid. Real Madrid has the best attack while Arsenal has the best defense. I feel there i a balance in the match and we should expecting the best team to win. Now there is news flying about Calafiori Arsenal defender who got injured today in the International games. That is a minus for the team.

The bookmakers are right. You can give the favorite side to Arsenal in this game.

[liuka]

Arsenal is definitely a tough team to beat, Real Madrid will not find it easy to beat them. But Atletico Madrid wasn't that much worse than Arsenal, not saying Atletico Madrid was better, of course they weren't but they weren't worse neither.

This goes to show you that Real Madrid could end up with a lot of loss in these two games, could be even getting dominated, we have no clue. Real has to bring in 100% of their game to make sure they can beat Arsenal, one lazy move, one fatigue, and they are out. This is very important but they are having trouble over at La Liga as well, which means they can't rest their players during weekends neither. Arsenal at least knows they lost to Liverpool at league, they can rest some players.

Arsenal cannot be underestimated because this squad has been able to show very good development in the last two seasons. Arsenal's revival must certainly be an important concern for Real Madrid, especially since Arsenal is dominated by very qualified players who will make their meeting even more exciting.

Indeed, Real Madrid this season also has a super good level in their game, especially since Mbappe has managed to find his best form by actively contributing goals and making big contributions to the game, of course this is a good step for them to continue to be kings in the Champions League. Moreover, Mbappe has never lifted the Champions League trophy and I think this season is the best opportunity for him to become a champion with Real Madrid.

[Derekfunds]

Real Madrid could win this time too, and maybe they will be eventually champions, but they may lose too, there is nothing that can make us see what is going to happen. If we knew, then betting would be so easy, or oddmakers wouldn't even let us bet, we do not know and it is all an assumption, that is why there is still betting. Sure I still bet on Real Madrid, but I know there is a risk on it.

There is no doubt that this  will be one of the most  competitive matches of the quarter-finals. I would consider Arsenal and Real Madrid to be equally strong. Real madrid may be more experienced , but Arsenal is not far behind. If Arsenal's players are confident, they can win against any big team. Also, since the first leg match is Arsenal's home match , Arsenal can be put ahead in the first leg . The confidence of Arsenal's players will naturally be boosted a bit in the home match. If Arsenal can win the first leg  match, Arsenal has a chance of going to the semi-finals . If Arsenal loses the first leg match, the  team will have to give up the dream of the semi-finals.

If Arsenal wants to knock out Real Madrid then they should be ready to score tons of goals in the Emirates stadium, if they have a 1 or 2 goals lead against Real Madrid then I can say it's not enough to take to the Santiago Bernebeu. That is Real Madrid's fortress, it's like a slaughter house for them in the Champions League where they take every game in that stadium like it's a final. But seriously, I still don't see Arsenal as a team that's capable of knocking out Real Madrid especially this one that the return leg will be played in Spain.

Exactly, that is what arsenal should do they should use the home advantage and beat Real Madrid with a good goal margin because Real Madrid is a king of come back most especially when it comes to champions league. We are just predicting and speculating but not sure of what the match will end at, it can be possible that Arsenal will surprise everyone but we can't tell for sure but all I do know is that the match is not going to be easy with the both club, any club that qualifies will go far in the champions league.

[Ndabagi01]

People are saying real Madrid might win the UCL forgetting that Barcelona is actually doing real well at the moment, they are a threat to Madrid but the problem with them is that they don't have the ability to maintain a good performance for a long time just like arsenal. So I'm looking at Barca and Madrid, I can't add arsenal to this cause I know that they will definitely fall out as usual. It's do disappointing that Liverpool couldn't last this season, I was expecting them to give Madrid a hard time. Let's see how the season goes.

Barcelona are a threat to Real Madrid this season because all the encounter they’ve had with the team this season have always ended in Barcelona’s favour. They have not met in the champions league though, but as we all know, the champions league is a very difficult competition and Real Madrid have had a lot of prestige playing there and winning the trophy more than any other team. They may be a threat to them while playing in other competitions with them but not a threat to them when they meet in the champions league. Arsenal should also not be underrated, they may end up qualifying ahead of Real Madrid. We looked down on PSG and gave the most hope to Liverpool since they’ve been the one dominating the competition from start, but at the end they were eliminated. No team should be looked down on, while we await the best results from each team.

[baeva]

Arsenal is definitely a tough team to beat, Real Madrid will not find it easy to beat them. But Atletico Madrid wasn't that much worse than Arsenal, not saying Atletico Madrid was better, of course they weren't but they weren't worse neither.

This goes to show you that Real Madrid could end up with a lot of loss in these two games, could be even getting dominated, we have no clue. Real has to bring in 100% of their game to make sure they can beat Arsenal, one lazy move, one fatigue, and they are out. This is very important but they are having trouble over at La Liga as well, which means they can't rest their players during weekends neither. Arsenal at least knows they lost to Liverpool at league, they can rest some players.

Arsenal cannot be underestimated because this squad has been able to show very good development in the last two seasons. Arsenal's revival must certainly be an important concern for Real Madrid, especially since Arsenal is dominated by very qualified players who will make their meeting even more exciting.

Indeed, Real Madrid this season also has a super good level in their game, especially since Mbappe has managed to find his best form by actively contributing goals and making big contributions to the game, of course this is a good step for them to continue to be kings in the Champions League. Moreover, Mbappe has never lifted the Champions League trophy and I think this season is the best opportunity for him to become a champion with Real Madrid.

I don't think it makes sense to compare Arsenal's play in and out of the EPL, and for good reason, especially when you consider that they are playing against Real Madrid, essentially the best team in this tournament. Real Madrid themselves seem unstable to me in recent matches, but that doesn't take away from the fact that they have a great chance to win. Post facto after the matches, fans will still see that the refereeing was on Real Madrid's side, and then they will definitely say that Real Madrid had the better chances. The sad thing is that football fans are often biased against Real Madrid.

[BITCOIN4X]

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Barcelona are a threat to Real Madrid this season because all the encounter they’ve had with the team this season have always ended in Barcelona’s favour. They have not met in the champions league though, but as we all know, the champions league is a very difficult competition and Real Madrid have had a lot of prestige playing there and winning the trophy more than any other team. They may be a threat to them while playing in other competitions with them but not a threat to them when they meet in the champions league. Arsenal should also not be underrated, they may end up qualifying ahead of Real Madrid. We looked down on PSG and gave the most hope to Liverpool since they’ve been the one dominating the competition from start, but at the end they were eliminated. No team should be looked down on, while we await the best results from each team.

There is only one scenario that will bring Barcelona and Real Madrid together this season in the Champions League, that would happen if both of them qualify for the final. The big challenge is, Real Madrid has to beat Arsenal and then either Aston Villa or PSG, which is a bit difficult although not impossible. Barcelona must do the same thing, they must beat Dortmund and either Inter or Bayern Munich. I know anything can happen, but I don't expect two teams from the same domestic league to fight for the Champions League title in the final this season.

Barcelona are in their best form in all competitions this season, so nothing is impossible for them. Hansi Flick has big ambitions to win La Liga, the Copa Del Rey and the Champions League this season to complete his cup of titles with Barcelona, ​​but I know this is not easy. In the midst of poor financial conditions, there are several doubts that Barcelona cannot be completely favored to be in the Champions League final.

[Issa56]

Also remember the attacking strength of Real Madrid. Real Madrid has the best attack while Arsenal has the best defense. I feel there i a balance in the match and we should expecting the best team to win. Now there is news flying about Calafiori Arsenal defender who got injured today in the International games. That is a minus for the team.

The bookmakers are right. You can give the favorite side to Arsenal in this game.

Arsenal are having the best defense, and they do concede so easily in most matches, a club with the best defense is not really suppose to concede unnecessarily. Check Arsenal last few matches, and check the numbers of goals which they have conceded, then you won’t say Arsenal is having the best defense, because it doesn’t make sense to me, if a club concedes in most of their matches, then why will we say they are having the best defense? I really disagree with that.

Arsenal will have to improve their performance because am not really satisfied with the way Arsenal have been playing recently, with the way Arsenal are playing recently, I don’t even think they will be able to get a win in the match, Real Madrid is just better than Arsenal, and they have champions league experience.

Let’s just see how things go, but I don’t think Arsenal will be able to qualify the next round, I have the feelings that Real Madrid will be winning them in the match, because since saka went on injury, then Arsenal performance hasn’t been like before. If I will be placing a bet, then I will get in Real Madrid to get a win.

[Kristiyana]

Real Madrid could win this time too, and maybe they will be eventually champions, but they may lose too, there is nothing that can make us see what is going to happen. If we knew, then betting would be so easy, or oddmakers wouldn't even let us bet, we do not know and it is all an assumption, that is why there is still betting. Sure I still bet on Real Madrid, but I know there is a risk on it.

There is no doubt that this  will be one of the most  competitive matches of the quarter-finals. I would consider Arsenal and Real Madrid to be equally strong. Real madrid may be more experienced , but Arsenal is not far behind. If Arsenal's players are confident, they can win against any big team. Also, since the first leg match is Arsenal's home match , Arsenal can be put ahead in the first leg . The confidence of Arsenal's players will naturally be boosted a bit in the home match. If Arsenal can win the first leg  match, Arsenal has a chance of going to the semi-finals . If Arsenal loses the first leg match, the  team will have to give up the dream of the semi-finals.

If Arsenal wants to knock out Real Madrid then they should be ready to score tons of goals in the Emirates stadium, if they have a 1 or 2 goals lead against Real Madrid then I can say it's not enough to take to the Santiago Bernebeu. That is Real Madrid's fortress, it's like a slaughter house for them in the Champions League where they take every game in that stadium like it's a final. But seriously, I still don't see Arsenal as a team that's capable of knocking out Real Madrid especially this one that the return leg will be played in Spain.

Exactly, that is what arsenal should do they should use the home advantage and beat Real Madrid with a good goal margin because Real Madrid is a king of come back most especially when it comes to champions league. We are just predicting and speculating but not sure of what the match will end at, it can be possible that Arsenal will surprise everyone but we can't tell for sure but all I do know is that the match is not going to be easy with the both club, any club that qualifies will go far in the champions league.

Sure, you know the truth is that anything can happen in this match. However, is so funny to see that alot of people has already predicted the outcome. which is in the favour to real madrid, but I think they're just mistaken arsenal for other clubs. Moreover I think the reason why most people think that real madrid can win them so easily is due to their previous performance, though is obvious that arsenal is not doing well unlike before. But remember this is champions league we are talking about here, of which every teams don't always take it for granted. Which is why arsenal will try so hard to gian Victory over real madrid while real madrid will be struggling as well. Actually I think the match is going to be tough though. So for me I can't possibly predict the outcome for now.

[Adbitco]

If Arsenal wants to knock out Real Madrid then they should be ready to score tons of goals in the Emirates stadium, if they have a 1 or 2 goals lead against Real Madrid then I can say it's not enough to take to the Santiago Bernebeu. That is Real Madrid's fortress, it's like a slaughter house for them in the Champions League where they take every game in that stadium like it's a final. But seriously, I still don't see Arsenal as a team that's capable of knocking out Real Madrid especially this one that the return leg will be played in Spain.

Exactly, that is what arsenal should do they should use the home advantage and beat Real Madrid with a good goal margin because Real Madrid is a king of come back most especially when it comes to champions league. We are just predicting and speculating but not sure of what the match will end at, it can be possible that Arsenal will surprise everyone but we can't tell for sure but all I do know is that the match is not going to be easy with the both club, any club that qualifies will go far in the champions league.

Personally, I don't really rate Arsenal that much in the Champions League because they have disappointed time after time, but that not withstanding, I can't rule them out of the competition because in the game of football anything can happen at any point in time. Real Madrid is very dangerous when it comes to this competition but just like you said, they can be surprised by Arsenal. Any team that qualifies from this, will still not find it easy because that team might actually be facing PSG in the SM. I said PSG because they are the favourites in their game against Aston Villa.

[Slow death]

Somehow Arsenal can catch up with Liverpool in the EPL, because now the points gap is 12 and with 9 games left, it seems impossible for Arsenal to displace Liverpool from the top of the standings and win the EPL title this season. So I think chasing the EPL title this season is not Arsenal's main focus for this season, they will let the title be won by Liverpool again.

Arsenal must not give up on continuing to fight for the title, because as long as they have a mathematical chance of winning the title, then it would still be possible for them to win. In the Premier League, nothing is guaranteed until mathematically it proves that team X won the Premier League.

In the past, we have seen Arsenal leading the table with a good advantage in points and even thinking that they would be champions, but in the last rounds Arsenal lost a lot of points and Manchester City passed Arsenal, making Manchester City become champions.

[irhact]

Exactly, that is what arsenal should do they should use the home advantage and beat Real Madrid with a good goal margin because Real Madrid is a king of come back most especially when it comes to champions league. We are just predicting and speculating but not sure of what the match will end at, it can be possible that Arsenal will surprise everyone but we can't tell for sure but all I do know is that the match is not going to be easy with the both club, any club that qualifies will go far in the champions league.

Home advantage has and is never an advantage enough to gwt a team winning the other team completely,  yes sometimes some teams get to use that very well to their own benefit,  Arsenal is one team who sees their home as a stronghold but Madrid is another team that has got the ability to break protocols one of which I don't really see Arsenal to be so much of an exemption considering their most recent performances in recent time. Real Madrid is just too experienced in that champions league that this game is almost unpredictable because neither team is weak or have a very noticeable advantage over the other except for the home advantage Arsenal has got and most persons would expect they utilise.

[Pokapoka124]

Arteta must think of the right strategy in facing Real Madrid and if they are careless and let Real Madrid play freely then they will get into trouble. Real Madrid is good at putting opposing players under pressure and they deliberately create a tough game to make opponents enter their style of play. If Arteta is unable to keep his players calm and not provoked by Real Madrid's style of play then I am sure they will lose.

The game situation will definitely be tough and Real Madrid will try to press and attack Arsenal. In conditions like this, experience and calm are needed because if the player is provoked, it will make it much easier for the opponent to control the game.

In my opinion, there is little or nothing Arsenal can do to be able to stop Real Madrid from qualifying into the next round of the Champions League. Even if they play as a cohesive unit, Madrid has squad depth and quality more than the Arsenal team. Real Madrid have more experience in the UCL and have the tactical ability to perform under high pressure matches and achieve success.

[promise444c5]

Arsenal must not give up on continuing to fight for the title, because as long as they have a mathematical chance of winning the title, then it would still be possible for them to win. In the Premier League, nothing is guaranteed until mathematically it proves that team X won the Premier League.

In the past, we have seen Arsenal leading the table with a good advantage in points and even thinking that they would be champions, but in the last rounds Arsenal lost a lot of points and Manchester City passed Arsenal, making Manchester City become champions.

To me I don't see any difference between both of them for now, probably after after the first leg then we can.draw a conclusion about who might eventually win the game, Arsenal was so persistent and focus Ed more on Premier league last year, they couldn't balance it with UCL and they got eliminated very early but unfortunately, they still lost the Pl title..
Hence,this time i think they should focus more on UCL as the point difference between them and Liverpool  in PL is quite a long one yet Liverpool now has only PL to archive   ... maybe another Trophyless
 season it's going to be for Arsenal

[Publictalk792]

Home advantage has and is never an advantage enough to gwt a team winning the other team completely,  yes sometimes some teams get to use that very well to their own benefit,  Arsenal is one team who sees their home as a stronghold but Madrid is another team that has got the ability to break protocols one of which I don't really see Arsenal to be so much of an exemption considering their most recent performances in recent time. Real Madrid is just too experienced in that champions league that this game is almost unpredictable because neither team is weak or have a very noticeable advantage over the other except for the home advantage Arsenal has got and most persons would expect they utilise.

Playing at home can give team some help but it does not mean they will win for sure. Some teams like Arsenal usually play very well at home and feel safe there. But Real Madrid is very experienced team in Champions League and they have shown many times that they can overcome tough situations. Recently Arsenal has not played well enough to be considered clear winner even though they have advantage of playing at home. Real Madrid is very skilled and experienced which makes this game very hard to predict with neither team having big advantage over other. I also think main benefit for Arsenal is playing at home and many people think they will use this to their advantage.

[asriloni]

PSG is now leading as a favorite to win the first leg against Aston Villa. It's as per stake's odds they get 1.47, but there may still possibility for it to go up and down a bit. It's because we know how well PSG maintains their performance.

They surprisingly beat liverpool in the previous round. They always dominated the game in the first and second leg. I think they will beat Villa without getting struggle.

Seeing how they totally isolated liverpool's players in the previous game makes me think they will do the same against Villa.

Although there is a small chance for Villa to steal points, it's unlikely to happen.