Quote from: Pokapoka124 on Today at 01:11:31 PM

Quote from: coinlocket$ on January 31, 2025, 02:34:19 PM

unexpeted game for Mancehster City vs Real Madrid.
Was not expected before the start of the cup.
Atleast one of two teams was expected to be in the top 8.

Once again this formula proven that it sucks.

So far I've hear none saying that is better now than the past years.

Although their performance this season hasn’t been great, I don't think any team can stop both Manchester City and real Madrid form making it to the round of 16. This new Champions League format is an interesting one because most big club missed out on the top 8 position. Depending on how this seasons plays out, clubs and fans may petition for the old format to be brought back.

Manchester City's performance has improved; if thought in other leagues, their performances are not that functional, but that will not stop them from going to round 16. Because with the way I saw some of their previous matches, it proves that they will try as much as possible to qualify for the round of 16 without too many challenges.

The same thing with Real Madrid: everybody knows how their performances go this season; we all know that in previous months some of their players went to injury, and during that time their performances were not that moving as well. But in this Champions League, Real Madrid can directly qualify for the next round, due to how I saw their recent performances.