Quote from: Mame89 on January 05, 2024, 11:24:05 PM

Quote from: red4slash on January 05, 2024, 09:36:11 PM

Talking about Manchester City's problems in the Champions League, I don't think they will have any problems because even though KDB was not there before, their dominance was maintained even we can see where in the group phase they can get perfect results with 6 wins without losing in the group phase which proves that their dominance is unstoppable even without the presence of KDB in the squad.

Now the Round of 16 we just need to wait for that and KDB and Haaland will definitely return to them especially the opponent is only Copenhagen which although they are quite troublesome but in terms of strength and experience of course Manchester City is better for now so I am quite confident in the strength that Manchester City has.

Indeed, so far Man City in the UCL League has not had any significant problems without the presence of KDB, they can still dominate during the group phase and even later in the round of 16 against Copenhagen, this is because Man City have not met an opponent who is equal to them. It cannot be taken lightly, but in terms of quality, Man City players will easily win this round of 16 match, both in the first leg and the second leg.

Man City really needs KDB's presence to catch up in the domestic league and UCL league. because Halland and KDB both need it, they complement each other, with Halland being very good at completing goals in scoring goals with the help of KDB who is very smart in providing passes which makes Man City look as if they are only playing with two people when attacking.

For the problem of domestic competition, they really need KDB on the field because after all, with the loss of KDB for a long time it makes their situation on the field erratic especially when we talk about the very high tension that makes Manchester City seem to lose their identity in the game that is done but now it can be passed because after all we see now KDB has recovered and allows it to be played immediately when the EPL reopens.

To face Copenhagen in the first leg actually this could have been held in an extreme way like they did last season against Leipzig where at that time there were no substitutions at all in the full 90 minutes for the first leg.
Pep can still do this by playing all out in the second leg or they can immediately extinguish Copenhagen's hopes in their own home. At the moment I think with the complete Manchester City players and this huge difference in strength makes Pep free to do whatever he wants.

Quote from: rahmad2nd on January 05, 2024, 11:02:29 PM

Quote from: red4slash on January 05, 2024, 09:36:11 PM

Talking about Manchester City's problems in the Champions League, I don't think they will have any problems because even though KDB was not there before, their dominance was maintained even we can see where in the group phase they can get perfect results with 6 wins without losing in the group phase which proves that their dominance is unstoppable even without the presence of KDB in the squad.

Now the Round of 16 we just need to wait for that and KDB and Haaland will definitely return to them especially the opponent is only Copenhagen which although they are quite troublesome but in terms of strength and experience of course Manchester City is better for now so I am quite confident in the strength that Manchester City has.

On paper, City shouldn't have any serious problems when they play against Copenhagen in the round of 16 of the Champions League. even though the first leg match was held at Copenhagen headquarters, the fact is that these two teams have quite a clear gap. we can refer to the betting market, even though it is temporary, City is far superior even though the match is played at Copenhagen's home ground. I don't know yet whether KDB has fully recovered, played or not, but City still has depth that is far above Copenhagen's level. after all, Pep will be more serious and play his core players in the Champions League. they will target full points, in order to smooth their steps. at least, in the second leg, City will play more relaxed if they beat Copenhagen, especially with a landslide score.

As for Copenhagen, I don't mean to underestimate this team. however, they had quite a difficult time playing their match in the Group A phase. If Bayern had played seriously at that time and targeted full points, perhaps the situation would have been different for Copenhagen. however, despite being an underdog team. However, Copenhagen will work hard when they play their match against Manchester City later. and what's interesting is, after the round of 16 match. in this phase, the match will be more serious because the team that passes certainly has the potential to make it difficult for City to advance to the next stage.
But still, I still have great faith. if City plays its full core of players, and Pep implements his signature pattern. whichever team is the opponent, it will be difficult to match and provide resistance to City in the next meeting. in this phase, the Champions League will be more exciting and tense.

For the current Odds although still very far when talking about betting Manchester City has odds of 1.31 and 10.00 Copenhagen that actually clearly shows how different their strengths are before the bookie. Copenhagen isnt taken into account at all because the opponent is Manchester City,which is indeed the difference in their strength is far different and Manchester City's status as group winners also needs to be considered.

What is currently possible is Copenhagen trying to make the match a little more difficult and maximise the draw for them in the match but of course it is also still very difficult to happen even though we know that they are quite good in defence when passing through the group phase but Manchester City is also very good in attack determination.