Topic: 2012/13 UEFA Champions League Final - Bayern München 2-1 Borussia Dortmund

[ElCapo]

7 goals all season. Holy fuck.

Yet Real Madrid have shorter odds.  Go figure

[eLToRo]

Yet Real Madrid have shorter odds.  Go figure

Surely there is value there.

I think those 7 are just from league games, though? It's an impressive feat, but it probably says more about the quality of the Bundesliga than anything else.

If we're just looking at goals conceded in the CL group stages [and bearing in mind they had a pretty "easy" group with Lille, BATE and Valencia, it paints a different story:

It is still 14 goals in what? 35 games.Im not including cup but i dont havea  clue how many they conceded there.

So impressive.

They will absolutely destroy Arsenal.And I think Real will turn United over too.Van Persie will just get isolated tomorow and if he doesnt get them one or wo chances then United wont score and I fancy Real to score a few

[Crosby Nick]

I know I’ll sound incredibly smalltime but please God can United get knocked out this round. It sounds pathetic but I can handle them winning the League, it happens so often that I’m numb to it now. And FA Cup wins too, they’re due one really having not won it for so long. But Europe, that’s a different story, them winning it is painful. I want them out, don’t care how it happens. Beat Real and the momentum grows further and they’ll think they’re untouchable.

[thegoodfella]

Thought I'd throw this up with the matches on the horizon.

Didn't these matches used to be on Tuesday and Wednesday or have they moved them all to only Tuesdays while we've been out?

[Phil M]

I know I’ll sound incredibly smalltime but please God can United get knocked out this round. It sounds pathetic but I can handle them winning the League, it happens so often that I’m numb to it now. And FA Cup wins too, they’re due one really having not won it for so long. But Europe, that’s a different story, them winning it is painful. I want them out, don’t care how it happens. Beat Real and the momentum grows further and they’ll think they’re untouchable.

We all feel the same but they're meeting them at the ideal time when morale is low and their own league season is as good as over although on the other hand knowing this is all they really have to go for might be all the motivation they need. I just don't see the current Real defence keeping the mancs out for 180 minutes. Especially without Casillas.

[Crosby Nick]

We all feel the same but they're meeting them at the ideal time when morale is low and their own league season is as good as over although on the other hand knowing this is all they really have to go for might be all the motivation they need. I just don't see the current Real defence keeping the mancs out for 180 minutes. Especially without Casillas.

I know mate. I was delighted when the draw was made, but in those two months United have got stronger and Real seem to have imploded. Their players may be good enough to individually threaten United but I agree with you on the whole. Won't be watching anyway!

[Livid]

I know I’ll sound incredibly smalltime but please God can United get knocked out this round. It sounds pathetic but I can handle them winning the League, it happens so often that I’m numb to it now. And FA Cup wins too, they’re due one really having not won it for so long. But Europe, that’s a different story, them winning it is painful. I want them out, don’t care how it happens. Beat Real and the momentum grows further and they’ll think they’re untouchable.

I think your prayers will be answered. Real's midfield is too far ahead in terms of quality, and they all got a rest on the weekend.
Plus they're deadly on the break and like to rampage through the middle, which is a pretty ominous combination for a side with a soft centre and who prefer to attack anyway.
I think Ferguson was right not to drop too many against Everton. We should have enough to fend off City, but I don't see us being good enough to challenge for the CL.

[Crosby Nick]

I think your prayers will be answered. Real's midfield is too far ahead in terms of quality, and they all got a rest on the weekend.
Plus they're deadly on the break and like to rampage through the middle, which is a pretty ominous combination for a side with a soft centre and who prefer to attack anyway.
I think Ferguson was right not to drop too many against Everton. We should have enough to fend off City, but I don't see us being good enough to challenge for the CL.

We'll see. Too many times over the years I've thought that and you always seem to get through. Their defence isn't great, I can definitely see you scoring in Madrid.

[Livid]

My biggest worry is an injury to Van Persie. He very obviously passes the ball early when he receives it to avoid taking too many challenges from defenders. It's one of the biggest reasons he's avoided injury for so long. He won't take more than a couple of touches normally, so unless you're tight on him at all times you either let him pass the ball or you go in very late. Mourinho will make sure his defenders give Van Persie no time at all.

[Crosby Nick]

My biggest worry is an injury to Van Persie. He very obviously passes the ball early when he receives it to avoid taking too many challenges from defenders. It's one of the biggest reasons he's avoided injury for so long. He won't take more than a couple of touches normally, so unless you're tight on him at all times you either let him pass the ball or you go in very late. Mourinho will make sure his defenders give Van Persie no time at all.

Sounds tailor made for a Pepe special.

[El Lobo]

I'd normally try to avoid making a bold prediction.

But they had about as an easy group as you could get, if you handpicked it you'd probably pick the one they had. And yes they qualified easily,but they were troubled by all of the sides at some point.

Real have a player unlike anything United have come across this season in Ronaldo, but they've also got a vastly superior midfield.

It'll be a massacre. They'll get decimated tomorrow, I could quite easily see another Ronaldo hat-trick.

[Livid]

Sounds tailor made for a Pepe special.

If so, hopefully we put Scholes on in the last few minutes. He can be both the red rag and the bull.

[Crosby Nick]

If so, hopefully we put Scholes on in the last few minutes. He can be both the red rag and the bull.

Fine by me. Shithouse on Shithouse!

[RedRedTom]

Unfortunately I think United will sneak through this tie.  The second leg being at their gaff will help them, and Real are a bit of a running joke at the moment in Spain.  That said, I could easily be wrong, and I hope I am.

[Phil M]

It'll be a massacre. They'll get decimated tomorrow, I could quite easily see another Ronaldo hat-trick.

I see you. 

[sinnermichael]

celtic fans

http://videos.sapo.pt/MkmJq1uv8EYY1aHjjCLw

[Hazell]

celtic fans

http://videos.sapo.pt/MkmJq1uv8EYY1aHjjCLw

Great stuff, save for Patrick Barclay.

[Mr_Morosoph]

celtic fans

http://videos.sapo.pt/MkmJq1uv8EYY1aHjjCLw

Lubo Moravcik, I forgot about him. A genius on his day.

[Mashy-rawr!nooo]

Glad to be able to watch juventus and other top teams in good games this week after last night.

Predict juventus to snatch it 2-1.

[Po The Panda]

Shakhtar vs Dortmund Has gone under the radar but will be a cracking tie I feel.

[Walshy nMe®]

Only saw it today but Bayern have only conceded 7 goals all season.

Jesus Christ, that has got to be some kind of record??

I don't see Arsenal getting past them, and now after reading that, does anyone think they'll score?

[theredguy03]

Great set of fixtures. Barcelona will have too much for Milan despite them signing Balotelli.

I'm unsure about Real Madrid, they could easily crush United over the 2 legs or play like they did against Granada.

[Ultimate Bromance]

Great set of fixtures. Barcelona will have too much for Milan despite them signing Balotelli.

I'm unsure about Real Madrid, they could easily crush United over the 2 legs or play like they did against Granada.

Don't think Mario can play anyway, I imagine he would have featured for City in the group stage.

[Crosby Nick]

Don't think Mario can play anyway, I imagine he would have featured for City in the group stage.

He scored their late penalty at home to Dortmund so definitely featured.

[SYLENTm]

Don't think Mario can play anyway, I imagine he would have featured for City in the group stage.

He did, I remember him scoring an extra time penalty vs Dortmund

[GAZINK]

celtic fans

http://videos.sapo.pt/MkmJq1uv8EYY1aHjjCLw

 

We will beat Juve 1-0 and then probably lose 3-0 over there!
cant wait for tonight, its going to be a brilliant game!

United will lose 3-1 tomorrow and draw the return, they will go no further this year.

[OOS]

So many good matches to choose from tonight. Dunno which game to watch. Might have to do the auld stream splitscreen. 

[Crosby Nick]

So many good matches to choose from tonight. Dunno which game to watch. Might have to do the auld stream splitscreen. 

Celtic v Juve and Valencia v PSG are your only two options tonight (decent though they both look).

[Hazell]

Celtic v Juve and Valencia v PSG are your only two options tonight (decent though they both look).

Hey! Leicester vs Huddersfield is also on.

[Zanchent]

celtic fans

http://videos.sapo.pt/MkmJq1uv8EYY1aHjjCLw

The Trezeguet finish 

Watching that made me realise how much I miss these nights. Fuck it, looking forward to this tonight anyway!

[medley]

Just read the opening post and saw this:

Tuesday, February 12 2013

Arsenal v Bayern München
Celtic v Juventus
Galatasaray v Schalke 04
Milan v Barcelona
Porto v Málaga
Real Madrid v Manchester United
Shakhtar Donetsk v Borussia Dortmund
Valencia v PSG


Thought to myself, wow, why are there so many games being played tonight until I realised he'd put them all under Tuesday 12th for some strange reason. Thanks for getting my hopes up about watching Milan vs Barca tonight!

[lfc786]

Got a feeling Celtic will win tonight

[Phil M]

What price are Celtic to win?

[Po The Panda]

Celtic 4/1 to win this some value their. Even the Draw no bet option is a good price. Juve are class side but way to short for this match. Celtic have an amazing home record. 

Can't wait to see Vidal alongside Marchisio two of the best midfielders In the game today.

[lfc_col]

Just read the opening post and saw this:

Tuesday, February 12 2013

Arsenal v Bayern München
Celtic v Juventus
Galatasaray v Schalke 04
Milan v Barcelona
Porto v Málaga
Real Madrid v Manchester United
Shakhtar Donetsk v Borussia Dortmund
Valencia v PSG


Thought to myself, wow, why are there so many games being played tonight until I realised he'd put them all under Tuesday 12th for some strange reason. Thanks for getting my hopes up about watching Milan vs Barca tonight!

Why is there only 2 games tonight

[KERRYKOP]

The Celts have a date with destiny with the old lady of Turin. That would work better if it was Valentine night.

[stevied]

If so, hopefully we put Scholes on in the last few minutes. He can be both the red rag and the bull.

Scholes hasnt travelled to Spain so Shrek will have to sort Pepe out, i honestly havent looked forward to a non Liverpool game as much as this for years, hope its a close game tomorrow night so Sky will be wanking themselves about the return

[stevied]

Why is there only 2 games tonight

they have split it over 4 weeks 2 tonight 2 tomorrow night then the other 8 teams next week before the return legs

[lfc_col]

they have split it over 4 weeks 2 tonight 2 tomorrow night then the other 8 teams next week before the return legs

They don't half muck around with things UEFA

[KERRYKOP]

Why is there only 2 games tonight