Agreed, I think this is the reason why Real Madrid keeps destroying any team they come across in the Champions League especially when they get to the knockout stages. The bookmarkers have always belittled the capability of Real Madrid even after being the only team that has won the trophy back to back yet they are not recognized anyday as the favorite to the competition or probably one of the major contenders to the league. As it is now Madrid remains the favorite to me because they have the experience and the energy required to play and win games in the Champions League, they will always be the first team to be nominated if am to do so because they got what it takes to win it again.
In fact, there is nothing unusual in some belittling of the chances of Real Madrid in recent seasons, especially in the last season in a row. Nevertheless, the Champions League is a fairly competitive tournament in which there is a group of teams among which there is no unconditional unconditional winner and therefore it is doubtful that any team has often repeated its success. Therefore, Real Madrid is abnormal with its successes and has already shamed this bunch with its luck mixed with skill. And yes, I would still venture to assume that Real Madrid will not be able to repeat its success and win the Champions League this season. Every luck has its limits. However, if Real Madrid can refute this, then I wouldn't be surprised either. The team has already managed to accustom rivals and spectators to this 