this season the competitors are very fierce and will certainly want to snatch the trophy from Pep Guardiola's hands
When competitions are like this, I really enjoy it a lot
I like knowing I'm watching a game where they don't play defense but dare with the desire to win
in the end I pay for the ticket for that reason
I feel like it is the opposite, hopefully I will turn out to be wrong but I feel like it is quite clear that we are talking about a season where City and Real Madrid are the only ones trying to win it. Don't get me wrong, they were always that good, look at who has won it in the last 7-8 years and you will see it, but they are even better now. I am not saying there is no possibility of anyone else winning, of course it can be done, it is not impossible but I feel like it is not that easy neither.
I believe that City may have a good chance when all their players are back, Kevin De Bruyne is back now and he is better than ever, and Haaland will be back too, so when they have all their players, there aren't that many who will be better than them.
We will find out once this competition restarts, which team is the most consistent. talking about Real Madrid and City, no one doubts it. In fact, I'm more on City's side if Pep Guaridola's squad returns with a complete squad. I argue based on the assumption that supporters are neutral, without any tendency to side with one team because of emotions. This is purely a personal assessment, with the existing squads of both teams. plus, the individual stability of each player. however, when on the field, there is no guarantee that City will play impressively even if they play their core squad including Haaland and De Bruyne. In football, there are many possibilities that occur, including teams that were not initially considered or were not strong contenders in this competition.
Likewise with Real Madrid, so far they have performed impressively in their domestic league, but we will find out how well the team is doing as a whole when they play again in the last 16 phase and beyond if they manage to qualify. This is not because Madrid has a wealth of experience in the Champions League, but currently Real Madrid is dominated by a young squad. It could be that Madrid is indeed strong and capable of winning the Champions League trophy this season. It could also be the other way around, if they fall before advancing to the final round. There are also other teams, which are ready to face these two teams when they meet next. even though it could be said their chances are small, football is unique. that a strong team will not always win the match. but as I said above, if I am allowed to assume and speculate based on personal judgment. City remains a strong candidate to defend its title. but if I hope, the team that is my favorite in this competition will be able to overthrow Real Madrid and City if they meet. OK, so let's just enjoy it.