The secret is to lean into the fact our opponents will inevitably beat themselves for us, because that's how the universe works when you're the King
Champions League 24/25 | Matchday 1: September 17-19
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the tally so far (in the CL) is 30 encounters, wins 12-14 with 4 draws, 43:45 goals. looks pretty even, especially given you fellas spent like 5x on players (paid for by money you dont really have)
Pft. That's prehistory
Last time we played we beat you with Joselu. And you want us to take you seriously now?
bold talk for a supporter of a club who boasts 6 "CL" titles from before 1970. you also bought Hamit Altintop. And when was the last time you beat Barca 8-2? Ah i forgot you never wanted to, did you. Who cares about unsignificant wins.Pft. That's prehistory
Last time we played we beat you with Joselu. And you want us to take you seriously now?
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Decent result to bounce back from Saturday. Gakpo had a good game. Really need to beat Bournemouth on Saturday though.
Unusual seeing a single CL table like that.
Unusual seeing a single CL table like that.
Thank feck i wasn't just seeing things then....i thought we played wide open defensively be fecking hell they acted like defending was optional
https://www.theguardian.com/footbal...st-the-richest-winning-in-more-lucrative-ways
Can see this competition being expanded soon enough. Watch United take on a League 1 side or the Azerbaijan champion?
Can see this competition being expanded soon enough. Watch United take on a League 1 side or the Azerbaijan champion?
Yep. The second worst opposition this season so far.
Bayern used to be the "bestia negra" for many years.I repeat: Joselu
This changed 2014 and last 10 years Real became our nemesis.
However, I'm pretty confident it will change again, rather sooner than later.
Amateur hour from Dinamo. Sure, Bayern is a beast, but Dinamo conceded more goals than they made fouls. That they were chasing shadows all game is to say it lightly.
I'm mildly amused that the Bobby moniker seems like it is here to stay for Endrick.
Saw the Champions League table for the first time, strangest thing I ever saw. I wonder who had the idea.
Not particularly worried about Real Madrid playing badly. First of all because they won a league + CL double last season so tradition dictates that they won't be as good this season due to general laziness. Second of all because the "freedom" approach that RM uses (which has proved to be very successful and effective in the medium term) takes a while to work, as it is learned on the pitch via trial and error. It'll work out, if not this season then next season.
If you would like to exchange this tried and true method for a modern pressing game with trained patterns of play, you are in luck: Amazon has a good deal on pacifiers and jangly plastic keys right now, you big baby.
If you would like to exchange this tried and true method for a modern pressing game with trained patterns of play, you are in luck: Amazon has a good deal on pacifiers and jangly plastic keys right now, you big baby.
the difference in fitness levels is insane and our league is basically paraolympic anyway. they weren't even in position to collect yellow cards ffs
but it seems like Bayern were also fired up in the way Arsenal most likely won't be. most teams simply sub their best players after fifth goal around 70th minute, but Kane would probably be eager to play 380 minutes of this if that was possible and collect his CL goals.
I agree but its not all about fitness. Its about madness on the bench. Profa Jakir lost the plot completely.the difference in fitness levels is insane and our league is basically paraolympic anyway. they weren't even in position to collect yellow cards ffs
but it seems like Bayern were also fired up in the way Arsenal most likely won't be. most teams simply sub their best players after fifth goal around 70th minute, but Kane would probably be eager to play 380 minutes of this if that was possible and collect his CL goals.
While I am not necessarily against the new CL format, it strikes me this is the European Super League by another name.
Starts off with 36 teams and before you know it, that gets progressively expanded. And the new league format continues into the new year when traditionally the FA Cup gets underway.
And the clubs involved will inevitably have to manage playing time in order to prevent an increase in injuries.
Time will tell what happens.
Starts off with 36 teams and before you know it, that gets progressively expanded. And the new league format continues into the new year when traditionally the FA Cup gets underway.
And the clubs involved will inevitably have to manage playing time in order to prevent an increase in injuries.
Time will tell what happens.
Empty seats at Emptyhad?
That was what a few people were trying to warn when the super league was suggested. UEFA were just trying to make their own one and here we are.
What’s up with that City shirt?
What nonsense reason do they have for those kits then?
If you look closely it has 130 details. One for every charge.
Is it their Oasis inspired “definitely guilty” kit?
What
It's their 4th kit I believe, inspired by Noel Gallagher.What
https://shop.mancity.com/en/manchester-city-definitely-city-jersey-2024-25/701230971-pink.html
Thuram has been City’s best defender.
Anybody have any idea why the Brugge home end is full of Union flags and English-language banners?
City - Inter so far is similar to last year's final, though Inter are playing Thuram so they're more threatening in transition
Did BT mention anything about City's off the field issues in the build up or are they still just rimming them weekly?
They're likely being paid to bury their tongues deep inside.
Really is odd that it's not mentioned more often in previews before a City match.
Boring games tonight
Don’t be silly. There not called Manchester United. Small clubs don’t get much attention.
Never heard of him before tonight, but Bisseck is a beast for Inter.
Virgin media here in Ireland made note that the hearing has started right at the start of the programme but that was it
McCoist mentions the Etihad being quiet and Fletch, City rimmer-in-chief, completely ignores it.
Come on, score a few you lazy bums