Quote from: Agbamoni on Today at 07:45:08 AM

Quote from: Luzin on Today at 03:47:54 AM

I didn't think Porto could play this well. Even they can make it difficult for Arsenal. The possession of the ball is also not much different, which means that Porto also plays open. It even seems that Porto play more effectively, he can make 3 shots on target while Arsenal can only 4 shots on target. Of course, this victory destroyed the bad tradition of failing to enter the quarterfinals. They had to wait 14 years to enter the quarterfinals.

You underated Porto thats why. Porto is a one time Champions League winner. They are tough as hell, with strong defense and incredible attackers. Arsenal had a tough time in the game. Untill Trossard the Hero came for Arsenal rescue at the 41 minute. I dont know but obviously history just repeated itself again. I could remember when Arsenal played against Manchester City in the community shield final. Manchester City were leading with 1 goal untill Trossard scored to equalize the game. It ended up in a penalty shootout were Arsenal won the cup.

To be honest, I also don't expect Porto to perform this way because I underrated them to the extent that I think Arsenal will score more than what they did. I was expecting to beat Porto until I see Porto making it tough for Arsenal. However, Arsenal nearly gave in that game because there was a goal that one guy from the Porto squad nearly scored. I think if to say that game enters, Arsenal will not win the game. However, in these games, I can say Arsenal were lucky to win. If not, in my opinion, Porto scored more than what Arsenal did. I think Arsenal just got the motivation of being at home to score if it was not easy for them, the game was tough for them.

Quote from: rahmad2nd on Today at 11:38:31 AM

Talking about Real Madrid, I actually don't want to say what you said. although, I also feel that Madrid did not show their best performance in this competition. but what is certain is that I am absolutely sure that Don Carlo really knows and is aware of his squad, both in terms of weaknesses and weaknesses. well, because Real Madrid didn't play a good game against Leipzig, that doesn't mean they will play the same when they meet their opponents in the next phase. at least as a seasoned coach with a wealth of experience, Ancelotti will do what is best for his squad. moreover, Real Madrid has a winning mentality as an elite team in this competition. Let's see how Don Carlo takes his team when they play in this competition.

Yeah, sure, either Real Madrid are not in their best performance, or they are not performing well in these competitions. As you said, you are actually right, although they have experienced players that will do better, but I have not seen some consistency in them that will convince me. However, it is not all about the coach knowing what is good for the squad, the result matters. Also, their game against Leipzig made me feel that their performance is declining, but I won't conclude on that yet. I have to wait and see their next match.