Administrator Stan Posted August 9, 2020 Administrator Share Posted August 9, 2020 Kick-off 20.00 (BST) Venue - Estadio Jose Alvalade, Lisbon Winner plays Atalanta/PSG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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The Artful Dodger Posted August 10, 2020 Share Posted August 10, 2020 Do they have to prove these tests are positive? Can imagine clubs just using this to postpone games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rucksackfranzose Posted August 10, 2020 Share Posted August 10, 2020 36 minutes ago, The Artful Dodger said: Do they have to prove these tests are positive? Can imagine clubs just using this to postpone games. Don't think any matches will be postponed due to the tight schedule. Wouldn't be surprised if that only means the respective players aren't available anymore. Don't know for sure, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Dr. Gonzo Posted August 12, 2020 Share Posted August 12, 2020 Should just disqualify Atletico tbh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Posted August 13, 2020 Share Posted August 13, 2020 Come on Leipzig! They need to capitalise on this early pressure cause Atletico will grow into the game later on like they always do the pricks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Profesor Posted August 13, 2020 Share Posted August 13, 2020 To be honest, this is the quarter-finals matchup that I was looking forward to the least. Mostly because I'm not a huge fan of Simeone's brand of football. But I hope I'm wrong and we end up having an exciting match. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Stan Posted August 13, 2020 Author Administrator Share Posted August 13, 2020 Just now, El Profesor said: To be honest, this is the quarter-finals matchup that I was looking forward to the least. Mostly because I'm not a huge fan of Simeone's brand of football. But I hope I'm wrong and we end up having an exciting match. I don't think this season it's been as bad as previous seasons. Think they really feel the loss of Griezmann (as any side with his form would) and have struggled to replace the goals. They create enough chances but Costa/Morata/Llorente as your front-line doesn't scream world class for where Atletico want to be and realistically can be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Posted August 13, 2020 Share Posted August 13, 2020 Come on Leipzig, knock Atletico out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Profesor Posted August 13, 2020 Share Posted August 13, 2020 Just now, Stan said: I don't think this season it's been as bad as previous seasons. Think they really feel the loss of Griezmann (as any side with his form would) and have struggled to replace the goals. They create enough chances but Costa/Morata/Llorente as your front-line doesn't scream world class for where Atletico want to be and realistically can be. Replacing the aging full-backs with Trippier and Lodi gave the team another dimension, and Thomas developed into a world-class midfielder, but to be honest I'd rather have Klopp's Liverpool on this spotlight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Posted August 13, 2020 Share Posted August 13, 2020 Missed the first 10 to 12 minutes of this one, how has it been so far? Seen the Atletico shot just now and the save from Gulacsi, but how'd it go before that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Stan Posted August 13, 2020 Author Administrator Share Posted August 13, 2020 1 minute ago, Michael said: Missed the first 10 to 12 minutes of this one, how has it been so far? Seen the Atletico shot just now and the save from Gulacsi, but how'd it go before that? Nothing much of note. Savic had a header saved (easily) and Halstenberg missed an easy opportunity to at the minimum hit the target but blazed over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Posted August 13, 2020 Share Posted August 13, 2020 Just now, Stan said: Nothing much of note. Savic had a header saved (easily) and Halstenberg missed an easy opportunity to at the minimum hit the target but blazed over. Ok, didn't miss too much then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Posted August 13, 2020 Share Posted August 13, 2020 Oh no, it's McManaman as co-commentator on BT Sport for this game. Might just turn down the volume and just enjoy the play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subscriber nudge+ Posted August 13, 2020 Subscriber Share Posted August 13, 2020 Ugh, all the support for RB here is disgusting! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Stan Posted August 13, 2020 Author Administrator Share Posted August 13, 2020 Just now, Michael said: Oh no, it's McManaman as co-commentator on BT Sport for this game. Might just turn down the volume and just enjoy the play. I've desensitised myself to his shite he spouts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Stan Posted August 13, 2020 Author Administrator Share Posted August 13, 2020 1 minute ago, Michael said: Oh no, it's McManaman as co-commentator on BT Sport for this game. Might just turn down the volume and just enjoy the play. 1 minute ago, nudge said: Ugh, all the support for RB here is disgusting! McManaman did just say he'd rather have a season ticket at Leipzig than Atletico so that tells you everything you need to know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Posted August 13, 2020 Share Posted August 13, 2020 2 minutes ago, nudge said: Ugh, all the support for RB here is disgusting! It’s only cause I LOATHE Atletico. I don’t think saying you’d rather watch Leipzig than Atletico is that mad either. Atletico are the Spanish Burnley with some money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Posted August 13, 2020 Share Posted August 13, 2020 I really think that Schick could be key in this game, when he eventually comes on at some point in this game. He is an excellent finisher and I think he could be crucial in unlocking this ultra-tight Atletico defence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machado Posted August 13, 2020 Share Posted August 13, 2020 Upamecano is very impressive. Good with the ball and a beast physically. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Stan Posted August 13, 2020 Author Administrator Share Posted August 13, 2020 Poulsen has been absolutely terrible. A lot of play is targeted to him as the attacks go forward but his passing breaks down the move. Most of the time too hard and Leipzig end up losing the ball. I want Atletico to win this tie but in the interests of the game, them scoring first would be the worst thing. They do know how to defend a lead and it would become boring to watch should they go ahead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Posted August 13, 2020 Share Posted August 13, 2020 1 minute ago, Machado said: Upamecano is very impressive. Good with the ball and a beast physically. You can tell he is real quality. He is so strong in the tackle and he is actually very strong on the ball and great a bringing the ball out of defence. He is one of the most complete defenders in the world right now. It's not surprising that so many of the top clubs are after him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machado Posted August 13, 2020 Share Posted August 13, 2020 6 minutes ago, Michael said: You can tell he is real quality. He is so strong in the tackle and he is actually very strong on the ball and great a bringing the ball out of defence. He is one of the most complete defenders in the world right now. It's not surprising that so many of the top clubs are after him. Indeed. He doesn't play like your regular 21 year old, that's for sure. Very dominating. Leipzig with a nice start but seemed a bit anxious in the last third. They don't shoot much and they don't shoot well. Carrasco a breath of fresh air for Atletico. I agree with Stan in that Atletico scoring first would ruin the rest of the game. This is tactically very interesting so far for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Stan Posted August 13, 2020 Author Administrator Share Posted August 13, 2020 Upamecano is everything Maguire wants to be and the player who everyone thinks Maguire is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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