Stan 10,229 Posted February 17, 2020 Kick-off 20.00 VS Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mpache 524 Posted February 17, 2020 I would LOVE to see Atalanta win. With them being inferior to most top clubs in terms of finances and even squad, they really push above their weight and hopefully it continues. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michael 497 Posted February 17, 2020 With all due respect to both sides, I think that this is probably the weakest tie of the round. For me, Atalanta are a more exciting side than Valencia, their attacking football and passing play is enjoyable to watch. But I think that Valencia are the better side overall and I think that the Spaniards will probably be the ones that reach the quarter finals. It's a close call, but I just think that Valencia are stronger defensively and they have forwards like Maxi Gomez, Rodrigo, Gamiero and Guedes who I can see really punishing Atalanta at some point. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
McAzeem 1,440 Posted February 19, 2020 I love these kind of ties that involve two lower ranked teams cause they usually turn out to be a great contest even if quality is not as you see in a big teams tie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stan 10,229 Posted February 19, 2020 Reckon this could be high-scoring. Both like to attack and Atalanta's home form, albeit with this game at San Siro, is quite strong too. Fancy Valencia to get a couple of away goals. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pyfish 1,262 Posted February 19, 2020 Didn't realise they've been playing their home European fixtures away from home for the past few seasons because their ground isn't up to UEFA standards (it is now but they chose to play elsewhere whilst their stadium is being renovated) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dr. Gonzo 4,482 Posted February 19, 2020 I hope Atalanta fucking smash 'em. 8 hours ago, Pyfish said: Didn't realise they've been playing their home European fixtures away from home for the past few seasons because their ground isn't up to UEFA standards (it is now but they chose to play elsewhere whilst their stadium is being renovated) I think they're playing their CL home matches at San Siro. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stan 10,229 Posted February 19, 2020 3 minutes ago, Dr. Gonzo said: I hope Atalanta fucking smash 'em. Why? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dr. Gonzo 4,482 Posted February 19, 2020 1 minute ago, Stan said: Why? I think it'd be cool to have a smaller Italian club make a splash in the CL this season. I also think Atalanta were my adopted club once in Cannabis's adopt a club thing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eco 2,116 Posted February 19, 2020 They are in the San Siro. But I hope Atalanta win. They are a fun team to watch and I have no real love for Valencia. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
...Dan 649 Posted February 19, 2020 9 hours ago, Stan said: Reckon this could be high-scoring. Both like to attack and Atalanta's home form, albeit with this game at San Siro, is quite strong too. Fancy Valencia to get a couple of away goals. I have a fiver on over 5.5 goals 🤞 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stan 10,229 Posted February 19, 2020 1 hour ago, ...Dan said: I have a fiver on over 5.5 goals 🤞 Decent shout. What odds? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stan 10,229 Posted February 19, 2020 Pasalic had to score!! Superb save one-on-one though from Domenech though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eco 2,116 Posted February 19, 2020 Ah....how did he not score..? bah Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stan 10,229 Posted February 19, 2020 Hateboer scores for Atalanta!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mpache 524 Posted February 19, 2020 How come they are in the San Siro? I thought only CONMEBOL did this "not playing at home due to requisites" shite Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eco 2,116 Posted February 19, 2020 Valencia absolutely fell asleep at the back there. Yikes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
...Dan 649 Posted February 19, 2020 40 minutes ago, Stan said: Decent shout. What odds? 7/1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eco 2,116 Posted February 19, 2020 Just now, Inti Brian said: How come they are in the San Siro? I thought only CONMEBOL did this "not playing at home due to requisites" shite How come you ask questions that have been answered 100 times on here? Atalanta have been upgrading their stadium, so for their European campaign, they are playing at the San Siro. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stan 10,229 Posted February 19, 2020 1 minute ago, Inti Brian said: How come they are in the San Siro? I thought only CONMEBOL did this "not playing at home due to requisites" shite Atalanta's stadium not fit enough for European football and was still undergoing refurbishment at start of this season. It's ready now but think they had to continue in San Siro. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mpache 524 Posted February 19, 2020 Just now, Eco said: How come you ask questions that have been answered 100 times on here? Atalanta have been upgrading their stadium, so for their European campaign, they are playing at the San Siro. I've read this entire thread and not once has it been answered. Nice one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
McAzeem 1,440 Posted February 19, 2020 Completely unchallenged by the Valencia defense Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eco 2,116 Posted February 19, 2020 11 hours ago, Stan said: Reckon this could be high-scoring. Both like to attack and Atalanta's home form, albeit with this game at San Siro, is quite strong too. Fancy Valencia to get a couple of away goals. 10 hours ago, Pyfish said: Didn't realise they've been playing their home European fixtures away from home for the past few seasons because their ground isn't up to UEFA standards (it is now but they chose to play elsewhere whilst their stadium is being renovated) 1 minute ago, Inti Brian said: I've read this entire thread and not once has it been answered. Nice one. You're reading sucks. (See Above) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stan 10,229 Posted February 19, 2020 10 hours ago, Pyfish said: Didn't realise they've been playing their home European fixtures away from home for the past few seasons because their ground isn't up to UEFA standards (it is now but they chose to play elsewhere whilst their stadium is being renovated) 2 minutes ago, Inti Brian said: I've read this entire thread and not once has it been answered. Nice one. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mpache 524 Posted February 19, 2020 Just now, Eco said: You're reading sucks. (See Above) That's one time... I missed it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stan 10,229 Posted February 19, 2020 Valencia hit the post! Bit of confusion reigns in the Atalanta box shortly after. Keeper bit hesitant. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
McAzeem 1,440 Posted February 19, 2020 Loving this game Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eco 2,116 Posted February 19, 2020 What a brilliant run of play there for Atalanta. They really are fun to watch Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stan 10,229 Posted February 19, 2020 Papu Gomez spurning a decent chance. Should be more goals in this! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
