Thanks to the penalty, in an otherwise lackluster performance from us, in the first leg for keeping us in the tie. At home, against Leverkusen, all we have to do is to score first and Leverkusen would have no chance to penetrate our defence.
But, would I love a 1-0 to Arsenal? Fucking no. I expect us to go there and play some attacking shite, score 3 goals and go into the quarters with some confidence. Parking the bus after 1-0 may help us today but we would be playing the likes of Madrid or PSG if we move ahead and that game plan isn’t gonna work.
Am I sounding too positive in assuming that we are going to win? Maybe!
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Playing XI is out. Raya starts in the goal, Ben White is back in place of Timber, Saliba, Gabriel and Hincapie keeps their places. Not sure how serious Jurrien’s injury is, but hopefully he will be back with the team.
Mikel is a stubborn cunt so he starts both Rice and Zubimendi in the midfield along with Eze. Gyokeres start up top, with Saka and Trossard on the wings.
Looks like a decent line up. The only change couple have been Saka in the midfield and Madueke starting on the right wing but otherwise I am happy to see Gyokeres getting a start ahead of Jesus and Havertz.
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Some very interesting games today apart from ours. Chelsea v PSG (2-5) and City v Madrid (0-3) will see two of the contenders out of the league by the time our game is over.
I will keep it short today, see you during the game.
Cheers
I’m trying to imagine what Marts might look like if he had a LB like Grimaldo on his side
Leverkusen shouldn’t be underestimated – they’re capable of hurting us.
We’re defending well but it only takes one slip or seven if you’re Chelsea.
Rice Rice Baby
We are going to the quarter finals.. #COYG
A very well taken intelligent finish and game over.
Btw Chelsea are 2-8 down now .
Ambarish
As much as we might find that funny a rampant PSG finding form is not good if you think we’ve got a serious chance of winning the CL.
all setup by a reckless no look pass in the box by Garcia…he’s clearly been impacted by our more narrow approach tonight…they were so good with their wide side coverage last week, but they seemed ill-prepared for what would be required with Tross tucked inside, which is likely why he got so many kicks at the can…of course they were the lowest seeded CL side and are clearly in a transitional phase, but they have accounted themselves well considering
Marc—Liam is getting rightfully schooled
That’s not a goal.
TRVL
When I said he was doing a decent job it was off a stat showing the results he’d picked up since taking over (only lost to us if I remember correctly) and considering the absolute basket case Chelsea and its squad are.
Since then they seem to be unable to string two passes together.
I know it looks as if this one’s done and dusted but wtf is VG doing on that 4 on 2
I really think we need to give Saka a rest where we have an opportunity – he’s been too injury prone the last couple of seasons and there’s still a lot of football to be played.
Marc—I’m just breaking your balls, I know what you were saying, as context matters…I just don’t think he was quite ready for that particular appointment, especially in light of their quick hook tendencies…hopefully this won’t be a two steps forward, 4 steps backward gig for him
TRVL
Mate as someone who will gladly give it out I do firmly believe in being able to take it back in good humour.
Fantastic save.
Raya’s the real deal…too bad it took so long and cost so much just to get someone equal to Emi