UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Season

[Zoomic]

When a team loses form, we attribute it to certain contributions like;
1. Change of a coach
2. Injury of players
3. Transfer of players
4. Management crisis
But in the case of Liverpool, there's no new coach and some players that were transferred were adequately replaced. So, I don't just know the best reason why Liverpool started falling apart.
Okay, they have won as Aston Villa which is a strong side, so let's see how their next meeting will be.

Well, these four factors are usually the reasons behind a team's declining performance. And actually, one of them is contributing to Liverpool's decline. You'll remember Arne Slot making several changes to his squad after the club released several players in the transfer window and brought in others deemed capable of bringing about better results. And since then, the team has become inconsistent. Arne Slot seems to be struggling to adapt to the depth of his current squad.

That's true. Last season, Slot enjoyed Klopps squad and did excellently well with it but just because he was unable to win the champions league made him decide to over shuffle the team. He was not supposed to make much changes. He was not supposed to let Nunes and Diaz leave same time even after the demise of Jota. I think he took some risks and he was unable to study the team well and discover that he needed to solidify his defence even after Arnold left and not to buy two strikers to add to a might Salah.
He ended up diluting the team instead of strengthening it.

[Volgastallion]

Nice and super important round ahead of us, one of the msot important, because some teams if they lose they are gonna be out of the competition (not in amth but yes in reality), some teams needs a win more than water, so they are gonna play like no tomorrow.
Best game? Between this 3.
City Dortmund
Napoli Frankfurt
Paris Bayern

[masulum]

I don't want to jump to conclusions about Arne Slot, but I'm eager to see how Liverpool fare against Real Madrid. If they lose badly or by a big scoreline, I wouldn't be surprised if Liverpool replace their manager with a new one. Although I know Liverpool are a patient club and always give their new coaches more time, Arne Slot can only hope the club gives him more opportunities. However, if Liverpool can perform well against Real Madrid, his position will be secure.

I don't think even Liverpool win over Madrid, Arne Slot positions as Liverpool manager will be safe. Maybe he is safe for one game, but for another game, if bad result experienced by Liverpool, and his position maybe not safe again. So, this match will not guaranted Slot position will be safe for more matches, but it will be safe only if Liverpool back on their track and manage to get good results in every matches.

[Stormisover]

Arnold, Luis Dias and Jota are the absentees but they have looked porous and porous like they lost their midfielder and defenders. He is not what we thought he was. The premier league has officially showd him a taste of what it means. He might not have the depth from last season but the fillings that needs to be done are not being done. Arne Slot will end up like Man Utd former manager who is very stubborn to the core.

Arne Slot will certainly not be able to perform very well in the next few matches and the outcome is almost a foregone conclusion, this is something that will happen, clearly we just have to understand when it will happen and it is only a question of time, his future is already written elsewhere at this club.

Let's just be realistic here, to me I think Arne Slot won't last here in Liverpool like he's too average when it comes to Liverpool I really doubt if he can stay half a season, because we can't say he's got no quality players to move the team forward it's just that he's got no good tactics to utilize the good squad he's got, now they're facing real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League how can he be able to win that game judging from his previous activities off late, and real Madrid is too good for them so in this game I'm giving it to Real Madrid no doubt.

[SmartCharpa]

BTW how can you guess the score with the possibility that you can make? is it 2-0 or 2-1? because Real Madrid is also not very productive in scoring goals in their last few matches.

I don't know why Arne Slot's Liverpool is no longer the same team we were used to seeing last year. It's clear that there was a superficial and superior attitude from the team which ultimately gets paid and punished on the pitch with performances. There's no other explanation.

Isn't it obvious that Liverpool is playing with different players this season than they played with last season? I don't think Liverpool was very good last season when they won the Premier League title, they only got the opportunity because Manchester City and Arsenal were not playing at their best. Liverpool lost the Carabao Cup final to Newcastle, and they were even knocked out of the FA Cup by a weak Championship team, they struggled even last season too.

However, Arne Slot lost the majority of the titles, even the Champions League, after we expected them to win all of them last season. This season, they signed some new players who are still getting used to the new system. I believe Liverpool will have to go through hard times this season, I do not expect them to improve this season, we may see their best form at the end of the season or next season.

[TelolettOm]

I don't think even Liverpool win over Madrid, Arne Slot positions as Liverpool manager will be safe. Maybe he is safe for one game, but for another game, if bad result experienced by Liverpool, and his position maybe not safe again. So, this match will not guaranted Slot position will be safe for more matches, but it will be safe only if Liverpool back on their track and manage to get good results in every matches.

Judging by the form of both clubs, Liverpool will struggle against Real Madrid. However, Real Madrid is a big club that is indeed chasing victory. However, it won't be that easy, because we know that when Liverpool face top clubs, they can be far more aggressive and fulfill each individual's satisfaction.

Now, from the Real Madrid side, of course, they are also ready to play against Liverpool. Although one of their players is injured, even in the gym, there are some new updates regarding their starting eleven. At least, Trent Arnold will not be in the starting eleven against Liverpool and will be benched.


Source: Trent will probably NOT START AGAINST LIVERPOOL

[Minor Miner]

Let's just be realistic here, to me I think Arne Slot won't last here in Liverpool like he's too average when it comes to Liverpool I really doubt if he can stay half a season, because we can't say he's got no quality players to move the team forward it's just that he's got no good tactics to utilize the good squad he's got, now they're facing real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League how can he be able to win that game judging from his previous activities off late, and real Madrid is too good for them so in this game I'm giving it to Real Madrid no doubt.

Real Madrid are the most experienced on the champions league platform. And the team is in very good form this season too. They have won all the Champions League matches. Also, Madrid's players are naturally very confident after winning the El clasico. It is very difficult to perform well and score points against such a squad.

On the other hand, in recent times, Liverpool have not been playing well.  Despite having plenty of star players in the squad, the team is facing major problems in scoring goals. It is not possible to earn points against Madrid with such a shaky performance. I would consider Real Madrid as favourites.

[landheer]

I don't want to jump to conclusions about Arne Slot, but I'm eager to see how Liverpool fare against Real Madrid. If they lose badly or by a big scoreline, I wouldn't be surprised if Liverpool replace their manager with a new one. Although I know Liverpool are a patient club and always give their new coaches more time, Arne Slot can only hope the club gives him more opportunities. However, if Liverpool can perform well against Real Madrid, his position will be secure.

I don't think even Liverpool win over Madrid, Arne Slot positions as Liverpool manager will be safe. Maybe he is safe for one game, but for another game, if bad result experienced by Liverpool, and his position maybe not safe again. So, this match will not guaranted Slot position will be safe for more matches, but it will be safe only if Liverpool back on their track and manage to get good results in every matches.

Well, that might be true. It would only be a temporary safe haven for Arne Slot. But honestly, I doubt Liverpool can win against Real Madrid. It will take consistency and a good performance from Liverpool to beat Real Madrid, who I think are in pretty good shape right now. Even in El Clasico, we saw Real Madrid beat Barcelona. And I think the Real Madrid players' confidence is currently at its peak. So Liverpool really need to be careful in that match. However, I don't want to underestimate Liverpool. After all, this team is also a very strong team when they're at their best.

[Zackz5000]

Arnold, Luis Dias and Jota are the absentees but they have looked porous and porous like they lost their midfielder and defenders. He is not what we thought he was. The premier league has officially showd him a taste of what it means. He might not have the depth from last season but the fillings that needs to be done are not being done. Arne Slot will end up like Man Utd former manager who is very stubborn to the core.

Arne Slot will certainly not be able to perform very well in the next few matches and the outcome is almost a foregone conclusion, this is something that will happen, clearly we just have to understand when it will happen and it is only a question of time, his future is already written elsewhere at this club.

Let's just be realistic here, to me I think Arne Slot won't last here in Liverpool like he's too average when it comes to Liverpool I really doubt if he can stay half a season, because we can't say he's got no quality players to move the team forward it's just that he's got no good tactics to utilize the good squad he's got, now they're facing real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League how can he be able to win that game judging from his previous activities off late, and real Madrid is too good for them so in this game I'm giving it to Real Madrid no doubt.

Arne Slot and Liverpool are going through difficult times now if you ask me, teams do face hard times but this Liverpool situation is unimaginable, this is the same team and coach that won the English Premier league tittle last season am surprised with what the team is going through let's hope things has changed for them after their victory last week against Aston Villa in the Premier league.
There game with Real Madrid tomorrow almost every body is saying that Real Madrid has already won the game, Real Madrid is in their best form so they may likely win but it's after FT tomorrow that we will know the team that won finally. Liverpool shouldn't be underestimated.

[bangjoe]

I don't want to jump to conclusions about Arne Slot, but I'm eager to see how Liverpool fare against Real Madrid. If they lose badly or by a big scoreline, I wouldn't be surprised if Liverpool replace their manager with a new one. Although I know Liverpool are a patient club and always give their new coaches more time, Arne Slot can only hope the club gives him more opportunities. However, if Liverpool can perform well against Real Madrid, his position will be secure.

I don't think even Liverpool win over Madrid, Arne Slot positions as Liverpool manager will be safe. Maybe he is safe for one game, but for another game, if bad result experienced by Liverpool, and his position maybe not safe again. So, this match will not guaranted Slot position will be safe for more matches, but it will be safe only if Liverpool back on their track and manage to get good results in every matches.

The process will not be safe if he continues to lose, Aren Slots he has to work harder now and prove himself that he is capable and has not lost his ability, I quite believe that he has that ability to survive.
Winning the match against Real Madrid is very difficult, it is not a young job for Arne Slots, but he must try his best as he can in making a strategy to conquer Madrid.

The lucky defeat in the domestic league has been broken with a perfect victory after beating Aston Villa yesterday, but even then I saw them struggling very hard with all their strength, if Liverpool can give their best in the UCL maybe Arne Slots can be kept longer.

[BitBakerr1]

Arnold, Luis Dias and Jota are the absentees but they have looked porous and porous like they lost their midfielder and defenders. He is not what we thought he was. The premier league has officially showd him a taste of what it means. He might not have the depth from last season but the fillings that needs to be done are not being done. Arne Slot will end up like Man Utd former manager who is very stubborn to the core.

Arne Slot will certainly not be able to perform very well in the next few matches and the outcome is almost a foregone conclusion, this is something that will happen, clearly we just have to understand when it will happen and it is only a question of time, his future is already written elsewhere at this club.

Let's just be realistic here, to me I think Arne Slot won't last here in Liverpool like he's too average when it comes to Liverpool I really doubt if he can stay half a season, because we can't say he's got no quality players to move the team forward it's just that he's got no good tactics to utilize the good squad he's got, now they're facing real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League how can he be able to win that game judging from his previous activities off late, and real Madrid is too good for them so in this game I'm giving it to Real Madrid no doubt.

I think they will give him more time in Liverpool especially since he has lifted the premier League title with Liverpool so anything that is happening now they won't really bother him that much they will give him enough time to correct all the mistakes his making and then start using a very good tactics I really don't see Liverpool sacking him very soon even if Liverpool don't lift any trophy this season they will still retain him for next season because he has lifted the premier League title last season and the team is not doing that bad for now they are still struggling and they will give him all the support to make sure that he carries the team up again.
For tomorrow match I really don't think Liverpool can win Real Madrid they will surely loss the match because Real Madrid is more inform than them, they may just try in order to draw the match but I really don't think if that will be possible because Real Madrid is really determined this season.

[Sandra_hakeem]

I don't think even Liverpool win over Madrid, Arne Slot positions as Liverpool manager will be safe. Maybe he is safe for one game, but for another game, if bad result experienced by Liverpool, and his position maybe not safe again. So, this match will not guaranted Slot position will be safe for more matches, but it will be safe only if Liverpool back on their track and manage to get good results in every matches.

Judging by the form of both clubs, Liverpool will struggle against Real Madrid. However, Real Madrid is a big club that is indeed chasing victory. However, it won't be that easy, because we know that when Liverpool face top clubs, they can be far more aggressive and fulfill each individual's satisfaction.

It has never been easy when two big teams clash, even in a normal match day, talk more of the champions League. like what are we expecting? I have a wide range of expectations for the outcome of this game, including a draw. Liverpool has been having a hard time to figure out how to get out of this mess... At a point, it seems like Slot has lost control of the steering wheels, but this is a big match.

We're at a very difficult stage of the league, which needs more precision and control to have a win. If they can root down their defensive technique, and stay strong with it, then plan every counter attack properly and earn a few goal on time, they can win.

[Abbatty]

Nice and super important round ahead of us, one of the msot important, because some teams if they lose they are gonna be out of the competition (not in amth but yes in reality), some teams needs a win more than water, so they are gonna play like no tomorrow.
Best game? Between this 3.
City Dortmund
Napoli Frankfurt
Paris Bayern

It always nice to see the champions league back, with the recent new format it very hard for every week of the champions league and not have a big game to watch. Bayern Munich have been unbeaten all season and now they travel to Paris to take on the current champions league holders. It going to be a very interesting and exciting match to watch, I know the whole football world anticipate this match, let hope it bring the entertainment we all expect.

Manchester city takes on Dortmond and I see another win for them, I don’t think Dortmond will stand a chance against them at Ethihad.

Napoli should win Frankfurt too, this is a defeat Frankfurt will have to avoid if they want to be in the knockout phase of the champions league.

[Inwestour]

The process will not be safe if he continues to lose, Aren Slots he has to work harder now and prove himself that he is capable and has not lost his ability, I quite believe that he has that ability to survive.
Winning the match against Real Madrid is very difficult, it is not a young job for Arne Slots, but he must try his best as he can in making a strategy to conquer Madrid.

The lucky defeat in the domestic league has been broken with a perfect victory after beating Aston Villa yesterday, but even then I saw them struggling very hard with all their strength, if Liverpool can give their best in the UCL maybe Arne Slots can be kept longer.

Their victory over Aston Villa in the English Premier League was very important for them because this win was meant to make up for their defeat in the Cup match. As for the Champions League game against Real Madrid, I think Liverpool won’t be able to beat them, because Real are in very good form right now and they defend better than Liverpool. I’m also very interested to watch the PSG vs Bayern match, it will be a home game for PSG, but I think Bayern won’t lose this one.

[Sandra_hakeem]

Now, from the Real Madrid side, of course, they are also ready to play against Liverpool. Although one of their players is injured, even in the gym, there are some new updates regarding their starting eleven. At least, Trent Arnold will not be in the starting eleven against Liverpool and will be benched.[/quote] Trent Arnold isn't a strong starting factor player for real Madrid. Although his passes can be very dangerous from the flanks, there's always a replacement for every player. About his career, if he continues with minor injuries all the time, he might lose his potential to play for the starting 11 to like Endrick and the rest. I'm just not certain about how Madrid wants to handle Liverpool, but belittling a team is the first energy to losing the match.

Source: Trent will probably NOT START AGAINST LIVERPOOL
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[imamusma]

Nice and super important round ahead of us, one of the msot important, because some teams if they lose they are gonna be out of the competition (not in amth but yes in reality), some teams needs a win more than water, so they are gonna play like no tomorrow.
Best game? Between this 3.
City Dortmund
Napoli Frankfurt
Paris Bayern

I think the Liverpool vs Real Madrid match is also very interesting, aside from the three matches you mentioned. With the race for the top eight so tight right now, every match is crucial to win. I think it will be very difficult to predict the outcome of these games, but at a glance, Manchester City, Napoli, PSG, and Real Madrid seems to deserve to be more of a favorite in the fourth round.

[DaNNy001]

I don't think even Liverpool win over Madrid, Arne Slot positions as Liverpool manager will be safe. Maybe he is safe for one game, but for another game, if bad result experienced by Liverpool, and his position maybe not safe again. So, this match will not guaranted Slot position will be safe for more matches, but it will be safe only if Liverpool back on their track and manage to get good results in every matches.

Judging by the form of both clubs, Liverpool will struggle against Real Madrid. However, Real Madrid is a big club that is indeed chasing victory. However, it won't be that easy, because we know that when Liverpool face top clubs, they can be far more aggressive and fulfill each individual's satisfaction.

It has never been easy when two big teams clash, even in a normal match day, talk more of the champions League. like what are we expecting? I have a wide range of expectations for the outcome of this game, including a draw. Liverpool has been having a hard time to figure out how to get out of this mess... At a point, it seems like Slot has lost control of the steering wheels, but this is a big match.

We're at a very difficult stage of the league, which needs more precision and control to have a win. If they can root down their defensive technique, and stay strong with it, then plan every counter attack properly and earn a few goal on time, they can win.

Liverpool on a good day will take on Real Madrid and even win them with the squad they are having but due to all the set back and poor performance they are having I doubt if they can even win this game since Real Madrid already showed that they meant business by winning their game and did so very conveniently against a Valencia side that has been not so bad themselves this season. If it was before now, many would have argued that anfield will be hard for Real Madrid to come and get victory but the case will be different probably tonight.

[Sandra_hakeem]

Nice and super important round ahead of us, one of the msot important, because some teams if they lose they are gonna be out of the competition (not in amth but yes in reality), some teams needs a win more than water, so they are gonna play like no tomorrow.
Best game? Between this 3.
City Dortmund
Napoli Frankfurt
Paris Bayern

it's in this round that you get to know the teams that are deeply rooted in the game, and the teams that are just shallow on the surface. Dortmund has really tried to hold on to the game up until this round.. so the more they get to win, the more they get motivated to stay as winners.
PSG vs Bayern is also a very tough match coming ahead of time. I'm not going to assume that what happened the last time, will also happen again as these teams have improved independently over time. But this is also going to a tough struggle and contest, which will determine who's staying or leaving the league. For now, I can't predict what the outcome will be !

[7juju]

Nice and super important round ahead of us, one of the msot important, because some teams if they lose they are gonna be out of the competition (not in amth but yes in reality), some teams needs a win more than water, so they are gonna play like no tomorrow.
Best game? Between this 3.
City Dortmund
Napoli Frankfurt
Paris Bayern

The game between city and Dortmund is going to end in favour of Manchester city. City are going to win that match, the game looks tough on paper but not in reality. Manchester city are in good form and most of their injured players are fit now so they have options. City will win that match, 3:0 or 3:1 this is my prediction for that match, even though the match don't end according to my prediction but the result will be in favour of Manchester city.

PSG and Bayern Munich are both playing well at the moment, PSG might win because of home advantage, but Bayern Munich hasn't lost a match since the beginning of the season, it very confusing to pick a side to win. Giving any side a direct win is a risky one, best to play it BTS and over 2.5.

Napoli will win Frankfurt, they haven't been that good in the competition but this time around they have no choice but to win against the German side. 2:1 or 2:0, 1:0 are possible results in that match.

[yudi09]

As for the Champions League game against Real Madrid, I think Liverpool won’t be able to beat them, because Real are in very good form right now and they defend better than Liverpool. I’m also very interested to watch the PSG vs Bayern match, it will be a home game for PSG, but I think Bayern won’t lose this one.

Just like the confidence you show, I feel that Liverpool can beat Real Madrid.
Although Real Madrid dominated the seven meetings between the two teams with seven wins, in 2024, Liverpool beat Real Madrid 2-0. Mo Salah missed a penalty, but Kelleher performed very well, including saving Mbappe's penalty.

PSG vs Bayern is indeed a big match, but I can only bet on this game and cannot watch how both teams play because I prioritize watching Liverpool.