UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Season

[MusaMohamed]

Managing a club like Real Madrid is a very big opportunity, but at the same time, a very big responsibility because, for the kind of club that Real Madrid is, they want to keep up with a good football performance, so any coach they are bringing should know that he is not coming in to be fancy but to make an impact on the club, and the club will do everything possible, even in terms of resources, to support the coach just to improve the performance of the club, and Alonso has not yet proven anything, and he should know that if the management does not get what he wants, they are going to sack him for sure.

Managing a big club like Real Madrid is an opportunity but also a big challenge for any coach. There is chance of getting good wage there, as well as opportunity to win big titles and be recorded by history but pressure is surely huge. If you fail in some matches, pressure escalates quicky while if you fail in a season without titles, let's wait for a sack announcement from the club.

And Madrid plays the Champions League like they aren't playing anything because of the experience they have developed in playing. They have maintained that consistency, and Alonso will get more pressure if he does not fix things the way they are supposed to be. Madrid deserves more than what they are getting currently.

Xabi Alonso actually has faced with pressure since the summer but to upgrade his coach career, managing Real Madrid is a great opportunity for him. If he can overcome challenge and succeed with them by winning titles, he will become one of most wanted coaches in this young coach generation. His value on transfer market will become much higher than now and he will also has chance of managing national teams like Spain.

[M47AK16]

One thing I admire about Chelsea is their determination in big matches. Regardless of their current form, they always step up and put up a strong performance against top opponents. Chelsea performances in the Club World Cup will force other teams to put up a serious fight against them in this Champions League matches. This will be an interesting match because I know Bayern Munich won't want Chelsea to win, and similarly Chelsea won't want to lose,  because they are both informed presently, but my favorite team in this game is Chelsea, I will feel more at ease placing a bet on them than Bayern Munich.

Regardless of their current foam? Chelsea are in a very good foam, we knew when maresca took over chelsea were a bit struggling but towards the end of last season, then to the club World Cup and now in the league too, Chelsea are doing incredibly well. You can’t just write Chelsea off in matches like this. I would even say the only big advantage bayern Munich have in this match is that they will be playing at home.

Both teams can’t be underrate, and in matches like this it is very hard to predict the outcome until the match is played but as for me I rather gamble on BTTS.

Chelsea isn't "that" good, they are good to be in top 24 for the group stage that is true, but they do not have the team to win the whole thing that part is obvious. They are going to end up with a lot of stuff so they should be happy with the way they are running and they already won a big cup which is the most important part, they are the club world cup winners and they should be happy with that. If they try to win some more then I am pretty sure that we are going to see them not have the best return at all.

I am pretty sure that we are going to end up with Chelsea losing on playoff stage or last sixteen stage, I do not see them go to quarter finals unless they face some super easy teams, but even if they do, then they will lose there at least.

[Dzwaafu11]

People has a bigger hope for Xabi Alonso's achievement in Real Madrid. It must be bigger than he achieved in Leverkusen. It is Real Madrid that they often won UCL trophy, La Liga trophy, and Copa Del Rey trophy. We know that winning these trophies are quite difficult because they need to challenge Barcelona domination in domestic competition and defeat many strong teams in the world in UCL. Although Xabi Alonso is a quality manager/coach, I think he should take time to achieve it. For the first season, I just expect that Xabi can win a domestic trophy at least.

Being at a big team like Real Madrid is indeed demanding, and sometimes this puts a huge burden on a coach if he can't deliver. Now, Xabi Alonso must prove his ability to win trophies, and I think the most difficult competition will be the Champions League. Although the Copa del Rey is also considered difficult, it is slightly easier because they will only face competition from a few teams in La Liga. Being a Real Madrid coach is indeed difficult because the pressure is immense, and both the management and fans will certainly demand more trophies, even though this is his first season.

Even that again expectation is getting bigger every day. The world is expecting more from Xabi Alonso, and coaching a big club like Real Madrid is really not going to be an easy task for Alonso, so that is why he needs to try his possible best to see that he makes things work out for Real Madrid.

If not, he will face so much criticism from the fans; the management may even sack him because Real Madrid management don’t normally give a coach that is performing poorly enough time to get things back; they need quick results.

[Roseline492]

Is the league for the finest of all the domestic leagues but however in the mist of champions there would always be some who would be smaller than the major ones who came from the high competitive leagues, though all domestic league are competitive but there are a lot difference in comparison, there is always reason why some circle of clubs has been wining the champions League among themselves, is because they were the ones that measures highest than the rest so actually to them those clubs will always be smaller to them because even if they play numerous times they would always be victorious against them so that is the point I was trying to make regarding being a small club.

Some Leagues in Europe are not as developed or as strong as the big teams in the top leagues. The European big clubs have enough financial power to hire the best coaches and players which others might not afford. The quality they have gives them an advantage over clubs in developing European leagues.

Yes you really understand what I was implying because not just that clubs in some league cannot afford to buy good coaches but they cannot also afford popular players we have in European clubs so actually that's why they cannot do anything when they face Liverpool, PSG, Bayern Munich and a lot other clubs I have not mentioned because all this mentioned teams are financially able to for any couch or players of there choice because the money is there, that we always see some of those clubs in champions League is because there was no clubs to outperform them from were they come from but if they had a situation of being in the means of this strong clubs is obvious they might stay up to ten years without witnessing the champions League.

[katanic97]

People has a bigger hope for Xabi Alonso's achievement in Real Madrid. It must be bigger than he achieved in Leverkusen. It is Real Madrid that they often won UCL trophy, La Liga trophy, and Copa Del Rey trophy. We know that winning these trophies are quite difficult because they need to challenge Barcelona domination in domestic competition and defeat many strong teams in the world in UCL. Although Xabi Alonso is a quality manager/coach, I think he should take time to achieve it. For the first season, I just expect that Xabi can win a domestic trophy at least.

Being at a big team like Real Madrid is indeed demanding, and sometimes this puts a huge burden on a coach if he can't deliver. Now, Xabi Alonso must prove his ability to win trophies, and I think the most difficult competition will be the Champions League. Although the Copa del Rey is also considered difficult, it is slightly easier because they will only face competition from a few teams in La Liga. Being a Real Madrid coach is indeed difficult because the pressure is immense, and both the management and fans will certainly demand more trophies, even though this is his first season.

I think the biggest battle will be in the league because Barcelona is still, in my opinion, the biggest favorite to win the title. Xabi Alonso has a really tough task because the team doesn’t look very well coordinated, but it’s still the beginning of the season. The Champions League will definitely be a challenge because there are many strong teams, and I think there will also be some surprises.

[len01]

It's true that the team that won the trophy last season may not necessarily win it this season, and there will certainly be many surprises this season. However, I have a feeling that PSG might not win the trophy this season. Do you share the same feeling? Especially after seeing PSG lose to Chelsea in the Club World Cup and also struggle to beat Tottenham in the UEFA Super Cup, even though PSG eventually won through a penalty shootout.

While I agree with your opinion that PSG won't be able to win another title, we probably don't need to remember their defeat to Chelsea in the Club World Cup. The current UCL situation is different, and even if PSG were to face Chelsea in this competition, I'm confident they could beat them. But back to the main point, no matter how hard PSG tries to win back the title, it will be in vain because Madrid is now back in top form and has a new, skilled manager who can orchestrate strategies, giving Madrid a great chance to lift the UCL title again.

[Adiljutt156]

Okay, there's no problem supporting anyone, because after all, both teams have the capacity to end the match with a win, of course, but the real proof will be on the field whoever brings the best plan and controls the game from the start is the one who is closer to victory, for now I still stick to my stance, Munich is the team with the greater potential to get that result.

Chelsea can be unpredictable sometimes judging base on strength, ability definitely Bayern are more likely to defeat Chelsea. I never for once underrated Bayern performance, viewing how they eliminated more premier league club during previous champions league match meanwhile there’s nothing new if Chelsea can’t withstand Bayern. Just imagine Arsenal considered as one of the competitive team can never beat Bayern whenever they go head to head, if I’m not mistaking Arsenal can’t beat this club probably the record says 3 win while Bayern has 7 win, I’m setting an example why I think Chelsea can’t defeat Munich.

We are ready to watch match of Bayern Munich football team against Chelsea football team as that match will be exciting and both teams are doing great in the past matches but  head to head performance of Bayern Munich football team is wonderful as they won 3 matches out of 3 matches and Chelsea team could not win any match. At that time, no team has any point on the table as no team played any match And no team is Winner of any match. Davies id injured in that match which is big loss of that team And that team has to play with responsibility if they want to win next match.Colwill is also injured who is best defender of Chelsea football team and that is big loss of that team and we will see good match.

[Velvet78]

Chelsea isn't "that" good, they are good to be in top 24 for the group stage that is true, but they do not have the team to win the whole thing that part is obvious. They are going to end up with a lot of stuff so they should be happy with the way they are running and they already won a big cup which is the most important part, they are the club world cup winners and they should be happy with that. If they try to win some more then I am pretty sure that we are going to see them not have the best return at all.

I am pretty sure that we are going to end up with Chelsea losing on playoff stage or last sixteen stage, I do not see them go to quarter finals unless they face some super easy teams, but even if they do, then they will lose there at least.

You never know about Chelsea actually. Do you remember the way they won the Champions League 4 years ago? Nobody was giving them a chance much earlier... 

I'm not saying that they will repeat it this season of course. But they can really be unpredictable. Besides they aren't having a poor season currently.

When it comes to their league phase games here, I think they have a chance for top 8.

[xzone]

Being at a big team like Real Madrid is indeed demanding, and sometimes this puts a huge burden on a coach if he can't deliver. Now, Xabi Alonso must prove his ability to win trophies, and I think the most difficult competition will be the Champions League. Although the Copa del Rey is also considered difficult, it is slightly easier because they will only face competition from a few teams in La Liga. Being a Real Madrid coach is indeed difficult because the pressure is immense, and both the management and fans will certainly demand more trophies, even though this is his first season.

Xabi Alonso is a coach who is used to hardships, even though he previously coached in other leagues, not in La Liga. So, Real Madrid fans will certainly have great confidence in Xabi Alonso's ability to bring Real Madrid back to its peak performance, although it will certainly require a fairly bitter struggle because building a team to a better one is certainly not instant. However, Xabi Alonso is a man determined to transform Real Madrid into a more formidable force in La Liga and the Champions League this season.

Xabi Alonso is incredibly talented and determined. That's why, as you said, he'll do whatever it takes to win the title. Considering the team's strong squad, I think he has a chance. When technical knowledge is sufficient and the squad is of good quality, winning the title with the right strategy is easier.
It's easier to succeed in La Liga; if he wins the Champions League, he could become legendary

[Nahl]

Chelsea isn't "that" good, they are good to be in top 24 for the group stage that is true, but they do not have the team to win the whole thing that part is obvious. They are going to end up with a lot of stuff so they should be happy with the way they are running and they already won a big cup which is the most important part, they are the club world cup winners and they should be happy with that. If they try to win some more then I am pretty sure that we are going to see them not have the best return at all.

I am pretty sure that we are going to end up with Chelsea losing on playoff stage or last sixteen stage, I do not see them go to quarter finals unless they face some super easy teams, but even if they do, then they will lose there at least.

You never know about Chelsea actually. Do you remember the way they won the Champions League 4 years ago? Nobody was giving them a chance much earlier... 

I'm not saying that they will repeat it this season of course. But they can really be unpredictable. Besides they aren't having a poor season currently.

When it comes to their league phase games here, I think they have a chance for top 8.

Chelsea is not the top favourite but i think big teams have to be wary of them because i am sure Chelsea potentially can through an group phase with very well and i think people are still remember that few months ago Chelsea is only a mediocre team on FIFA world cup and most people didn't considers them as strong team but in fact Chelsea can able to be the champion of that competition for the first time in the new format

I have to says Chelsea probably is not a strong contender in this competition but they cannot be underestimate and speaking of Chelsea opponents indeed their journey is very difficult because they will facing several strong teams such as Bayern Munich, Barcelona and Atalanta but i am confident Chelsea will have good results from these games

[sana54210]

Even that again expectation is getting bigger every day. The world is expecting more from Xabi Alonso, and coaching a big club like Real Madrid is really not going to be an easy task for Alonso, so that is why he needs to try his possible best to see that he makes things work out for Real Madrid.

If not, he will face so much criticism from the fans; the management may even sack him because Real Madrid management don’t normally give a coach that is performing poorly enough time to get things back; they need quick results.

This is unfair, considering he only had 2.5 proper years as a manager. Before Leverkusen Xabi was managing the second team of Sociedad, not even Socediad itself, but their second team. So he did get lucky to be hired but then he showed great skill as a manager at Leverkusen, went 52 games unbeaten, and won the Bundesliga over Bayern Munich so everyone suddenly assumed that this guy is the big deal and he should be able to win all.

That's not true, he is still pretty young, and he still has a lot to handle. He hasn't managed even 300 games so far, he is at like 250 or even less, so that means he is still a novice manager even with all that he achieved. Expecting this much from him, this soon, is such a big ask from him.

[imamusma]

Chelsea is not the top favourite but i think big teams have to be wary of them because i am sure Chelsea potentially can through an group phase with very well and i think people are still remember that few months ago Chelsea is only a mediocre team on FIFA world cup and most people didn't considers them as strong team but in fact Chelsea can able to be the champion of that competition for the first time in the new format

I have to says Chelsea probably is not a strong contender in this competition but they cannot be underestimate and speaking of Chelsea opponents indeed their journey is very difficult because they will facing several strong teams such as Bayern Munich, Barcelona and Atalanta but i am confident Chelsea will have good results from these games

That makes a lot of sense, and I think many would see Chelsea that way. There is no easy path in the Champions League; all contenders will face some pretty tough challenges. Chelsea is no different, they might even have to work twice as hard to go far this season.
Looking at the squad depth that Enzo Maresca has, they actually do have the potential to be a team to be reckoned with in the race for the trophy this season. However, we have to wait and see how they perform when they start their Champions League campaign this season, as things might turn out differently than imagined.

[BIT-BENDER]

Even that again expectation is getting bigger every day. The world is expecting more from Xabi Alonso, and coaching a big club like Real Madrid is really not going to be an easy task for Alonso, so that is why he needs to try his possible best to see that he makes things work out for Real Madrid.

If not, he will face so much criticism from the fans; the management may even sack him because Real Madrid management don’t normally give a coach that is performing poorly enough time to get things back; they need quick results.

This is unfair, considering he only had 2.5 proper years as a manager. Before Leverkusen Xabi was managing the second team of Sociedad, not even Socediad itself, but their second team. So he did get lucky to be hired but then he showed great skill as a manager at Leverkusen, went 52 games unbeaten, and won the Bundesliga over Bayern Munich so everyone suddenly assumed that this guy is the big deal and he should be able to win all.

That's not true, he is still pretty young, and he still has a lot to handle. He hasn't managed even 300 games so far, he is at like 250 or even less, so that means he is still a novice manager even with all that he achieved. Expecting this much from him, this soon, is such a big ask from him.

Although there has been coaches who came from nothing and became the best coaches in the world. Pep Guadiola came from the lower Barcelona side and created a football that will out live him also Zidane had never had any high profile job before he became the coach of Real Madrid but he proved himself well. I still think Xavi Alonso is not the man for Real Madrid but I will like him to prove me wrong.

[*Ace*]

Day 16 finally sees the Champions League kick off again. The wait is over and we can finally enjoy this unique spectacle. The stage for Europe's biggest clubs..
I've already placed my small bet for the occasion.

Match	Bet	Odds
PSV vs Union S. Gilloise	1	@1.82
Benfica vs Qarabag	1	@1.2
Tottenham vs Villareal	1	@1.88
Total odds		@4.10

[ShowOff]

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You never know about Chelsea actually. Do you remember the way they won the Champions League 4 years ago? Nobody was giving them a chance much earlier... 

I'm not saying that they will repeat it this season of course. But they can really be unpredictable. Besides they aren't having a poor season currently.

When it comes to their league phase games here, I think they have a chance for top 8.

When it comes to experience, Chelsea can't be underestimated, and the fact is they have all the attributes to pull off a surprise this season. Last season, PSG wasn't really considered a favorite, especially given their journey in the League Phase, but in the end, they managed to bring home the trophy. The Champions League is difficult to predict, so I think it's fair to say that all teams have a chance to create an upset, even if some teams are indeed the favorites.

Chelsea effort to finish in the top 8 of the standings will be determined by three tough matches, where they will face teams like Bayern Munich, Barcelona, and Napoli. If Chelsea can overcome these challenges without a loss, then there's no way to stop them from advancing to the round of 16. It will be interesting to see Chelsea performance this season, as they have finally made it back to the Champions League after a two-season absence.

[MarjorieZimmermanGinger]

Xabi Alonso is a coach who is used to hardships, even though he previously coached in other leagues, not in La Liga. So, Real Madrid fans will certainly have great confidence in Xabi Alonso's ability to bring Real Madrid back to its peak performance, although it will certainly require a fairly bitter struggle because building a team to a better one is certainly not instant. However, Xabi Alonso is a man determined to transform Real Madrid into a more formidable force in La Liga and the Champions League this season.

Every league is different, and perhaps the pressure is also different, so Xabi Alonso needs to learn more about dealing with that pressure, as we know La Liga and the Champions League are very different. I watched their performance against Real Sociedad, and although they were missing a player, which made it a bit more difficult for Real Madrid to keep pace, there was also a weakness in their midfield, where they were unable to cut off the opponent's attacks, making it difficult for Real Madrid to defend. In the Champions League itself it's much more difficult, so losing a player due to a red card can have far worse consequences, so this kind of situation must be avoided by Real Madrid in facing a crucial match.

[Tamaperdana]

The Champions League will kick off in a few days. I think many people are very excited to watch this most prestigious football event, especially in Europe. Personally, I can't wait to see what this competition has to offer. Furthermore, in the first week, I think there will be a lot of matches to be played, and it will definitely be very exciting. There are several matches in the first week that you definitely shouldn't miss. These matches include:

• Bilbao vs Arsenal
• Juventus vs Dortmund
• Real Madrid vs Marseille
• Bayern vs Chelsea
• PSG vs Atalanta
• Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid
• Barcelona vs Newcastle

I think these matches are definitely matches we shouldn't miss. I'm sure these matches will be very tense and will also be a test of technique and strategy. So, with that in mind, I think these matches are not to be missed. So, I want to ask you all if you have any predictions for these matches. Because to be honest, I'm still a little confused about which teams to bet on in this first week.

[*Ace*]

The Champions League will kick off in a few days. I think many people are very excited to watch this most prestigious football event, especially in Europe. Personally, I can't wait to see what this competition has to offer. Furthermore, in the first week, I think there will be a lot of matches to be played, and it will definitely be very exciting. There are several matches in the first week that you definitely shouldn't miss. These matches include:

• Bilbao vs Arsenal
• Juventus vs Dortmund
• Real Madrid vs Marseille
• Bayern vs Chelsea
• PSG vs Atalanta
• Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid
• Barcelona vs Newcastle

I think these matches are definitely matches we shouldn't miss. I'm sure these matches will be very tense and will also be a test of technique and strategy. So, with that in mind, I think these matches are not to be missed. So, I want to ask you all if you have any predictions for these matches. Because to be honest, I'm still a little confused about which teams to bet on in this first week.

Exactly, mate, on the 16th the Champions League kicks off again and in the first round of matches we'll have quite a few prestigious matches to choose from.
I don't even know which one to watch because they're all more or less equally important.

[Futurexxx]

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You never know about Chelsea actually. Do you remember the way they won the Champions League 4 years ago? Nobody was giving them a chance much earlier... 

I'm not saying that they will repeat it this season of course. But they can really be unpredictable. Besides they aren't having a poor season currently.

When it comes to their league phase games here, I think they have a chance for top 8.

When it comes to experience, Chelsea can't be underestimated, and the fact is they have all the attributes to pull off a surprise this season. Last season, PSG wasn't really considered a favorite, especially given their journey in the League Phase, but in the end, they managed to bring home the trophy. The Champions League is difficult to predict, so I think it's fair to say that all teams have a chance to create an upset, even if some teams are indeed the favorites.

Chelsea effort to finish in the top 8 of the standings will be determined by three tough matches, where they will face teams like Bayern Munich, Barcelona, and Napoli. If Chelsea can overcome these challenges without a loss, then there's no way to stop them from advancing to the round of 16. It will be interesting to see Chelsea performance this season, as they have finally made it back to the Champions League after a two-season absence.

Yes, you are very correct on all that you said here sir, the uefa champions league is a competition that can be very difficult to predict, that's why it's unwise to rule any top teams out thinking that they can't put up a good fight.
As for the capabilities of Chelsea in this year uefa champions league, as we all know they are not a team that should be looked down on because they are very good, especially when playing as underdog, but regardless of whatsoever, I am positive that they will represent themselves very well and qualify from their group considering the teams in it.
If am not wrong, I think that Bayern Munich and Barcelona is their strongest opponent in that group, and I don't think that any of this teams has what it takes to run over Chelsea anyhow because both of these teams will be brutally punished if they go all attacking against Chelsea that can be very dangerous on the counter attacks, but just as you have said already, the game between Chelsea vs Barcelona, and Chelsea vs Bayern Munich is going to determine their faith if they are going to qualify from the group or not

[Frankolala]

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You never know about Chelsea actually. Do you remember the way they won the Champions League 4 years ago? Nobody was giving them a chance much earlier... 

I'm not saying that they will repeat it this season of course. But they can really be unpredictable. Besides they aren't having a poor season currently.

When it comes to their league phase games here, I think they have a chance for top 8.

When it comes to experience, Chelsea can't be underestimated, and the fact is they have all the attributes to pull off a surprise this season. Last season, PSG wasn't really considered a favorite, especially given their journey in the League Phase, but in the end, they managed to bring home the trophy. The Champions League is difficult to predict, so I think it's fair to say that all teams have a chance to create an upset, even if some teams are indeed the favorites.

Chelsea effort to finish in the top 8 of the standings will be determined by three tough matches, where they will face teams like Bayern Munich, Barcelona, and Napoli. If Chelsea can overcome these challenges without a loss, then there's no way to stop them from advancing to the round of 16. It will be interesting to see Chelsea performance this season, as they have finally made it back to the Champions League after a two-season absence.

Chelsea has to face the challenges ahead of them and overcome it if they really want to qualify to the next round. With the way Chelsea have been performing of recent times, it might be difficult for them to overcome and win all three matches against these big clubs. However, no one should underestimate them because they are capable of surprising us at any moment.