2020 Champions League Thread

[Pavel Buchnevich]

Ter Stegen's problem is that most people in Germany don't see him play regularly, so their opinion of him is strongly biased towards the view established early in his career - talented but not 100% reliable.

It's a huge risk for goalkeepers in particular to leave the BuLi because of that factor. Out of sight, out of mind. Going to Barca allowed him to play in a CL final etc. but his standing in Germany would probably be greater if he had been with Dortmund that whole time.

You are probably right, but I don't even think it's that with the pattern of criticism from the Bayern hierarchy. I think they just don't want to admit that another German keeper is on the level of Neuer. It's not like these two have now both criticized Rudiger or Sane (prior to signing for Bayern). They criticized a player who directly threatens the starting position with the National Team of a Bayern legend.

 

[Pavel Buchnevich]

I don't know why so many are picking Atalanta. PSG is a clear better team. 3-1.

 

[gary69]

Psg has played against Italian teams 20 times in European competitions and only won 2 matches, last time in 1996.

 

[Duchene2MacKinnon]

I don't know why so many are picking Atalanta. PSG is a clear better team. 3-1.

Injuries, form,Psg's other CL failures. It makes sense how no one is confident. I personally see it going either way.

 

[Vasilevskiy]

Verratti out is s big boost for Atalanta's chances though I reckon Marquinhos should do fine as DM

 

[Pavel Buchnevich]

Injuries, form,Psg's other CL failures. It makes sense how no one is confident. I personally see it going either way.

Did PSG not put in a great performance in their last UCL knockout round game? Exactly the type of game many people expected them to not put in a good performance, and they dominated. I think the past CL failures stuff is a thing of the past.

And the injuries are over-discussed. Their back ups are more talented than Atalanta's starters. How many injuries do they really have anyway? It seems like its mostly only Mbappe.

How is form an issue? They've lost 1 of their last 29 games. You have to go all the way back to November 1st to find a second loss. I think a lot aren't aware that PSG was probably the most consistent team in Europe, considering all competitions, during the 2019-20 season. Liverpool might've been more impressive in league competition and Bayern more impressive in UCL competition, but PSG has had the best combination of all competitions form.

 

[Cassano]

I don't know why so many are picking Atalanta. PSG is a clear better team. 3-1.

Just last year, they lost to a broken Utd team that played Chong, Peirera, a 17 yr old Mason Greenwood, Ashley Young and Dalot.

One of the most embarrassing knockouts in recent memory.

 

[gary69]

Like said earlier, PSG are missing vital players in all important areas. Even without Ilicic, Atalanta are much more settled side. PSG hasn't played a good game since restart and are lacking in creativity.

 

[gary69]

Ander Herrera will replace Verratti in the lineup. Kehrer and Bernat will start without having played a competitive game in 4 months. Marqui in midfield, Thiago Silva/Kimpembe at CB and Mbappe on the bench, maybe for a late appearance if the match isn't turning right.

Tuchel mentioned pre-game that Mbappe is able to play 30 mins at most.

 

[Duchene2MacKinnon]

Did PSG not put in a great performance in their last UCL knockout round game? Exactly the type of game many people expected them to not put in a good performance, and they dominated. I think the past CL failures stuff is a thing of the past.

And the injuries are over-discussed. Their back ups are more talented than Atalanta's starters. How many injuries do they really have anyway? It seems like its mostly only Mbappe.

How is form an issue? They've lost 1 of their last 29 games. You have to go all the way back to November 1st to find a second loss. I think a lot aren't aware that PSG was probably the most consistent team in Europe, considering all competitions, during the 2019-20 season. Liverpool might've been more impressive in league competition and Bayern more impressive in UCL competition, but PSG has had the best combination of all competitions form.

THat was months ago. I dont necessarily disagree with the rest but I could see why people are hesitant.

 

[Chimaera]

Kick rocks CBS All Access.

 

[Halladay]

One of the best player in the world needs to score there. How did he miss.

 

[gary69]

Lol Neymar, how can he miss that.

 

[Blender]

One of the best player in the world needs to score there. How did he miss.

Wasn't even close.

 

[Chimaera]

Took Ataalanta 2 to 1 to advance. Lyon 9-1. LFG

Yeah, I think it's closer to a coin flip. I was tempted to put some money on it.

 

[Blender]

Great chances for Atalanta.

 

[Wee Baby Seamus]

Holy f*** Navas is putting on a clinic

 

[gary69]

If not for Navas, Atalanta could be two up already.

 

[Blender]

Holy f*** Navas is putting on a clinic

PSG lucky he's sharp right now, massive saves.

 

[Wee Baby Seamus]

Has there ever been controversy in Italy over Mario Pasalic's kit number? It's kinda a charged one....

 

[Blender]

Neymar lol

 

[Evilo]

Too bad he cant make the opposition do that.

Hmmm.
I know your hate is strong but that's Pejorative Slured.
That's what he's done his whole career when healthy.

 

[Sol]

Neymars on the bong for sure. One of the worst plays I've seen recently.

 

[Wee Baby Seamus]

Atalanta keep looking vulnerable on the counter

 

[Blender]

I just noticed Anthony Taylor is the official here, so I fully expect this game to be ruined at some point.

 

[Blender]

Atalanta keep looking vulnerable on the counter

They are pressing really high, and Neymar has done a good job getting into that space behind it.