Villarreal vs Liverpool
The second leg should only be a formality, right? The first goal at Anfield was unfortunate but the second one should be the dagger.
Villarreal have a fairytale journey to the Champions League semis. However, the Yellow Submarine have a mountain to climb. Unai Emery will have to work an insane amount of magic to overturn the two-goal deficit. The absence of Gerard Moreno was keenly felt because he is Villarreal’s top striker.
A spectacular tifo will be on show at the Estadio de la Cerámica ahead of our last European home match of the season.
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Samuel Chukwueze could not have the desired impact. Emery will need to move Giovani Lo Celso to his natural playmaking role. Villarreal will be spurred on by their home crowd, but it will not be an easy affair. They have had a scratchy record in La Liga with Liverpool in an unrelenting mood.
Liverpool hold a commanding 2-0 lead after an own goal and a Sadio Mane strike. Moreover, the Reds rested several starters in their weekend match against Newcastle United. Therefore, supporters will be quietly confident of progressing well. Jurgen Klopp has turned the fortunes of this club, as they’re dreaming of the quadruple.
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The fearsome frontline, is superbly complemented by the majestic midfield and deadly defence. Their continuous pressing and expert movement leave opponents befuddled. Even in matches where Liverpool find the going tough, the players step up to ensure that the win is secured.
This season’s Champions League has already seen several exciting encounters. Though the first leg was one-sided, things could change this time. Villarreal are not known for going out without a bang. Liverpool will have to be on their guard if they are to progress to their…
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