In the Schalke - Porto games, I expect to see a relatively interesting and open match (but neglected) with our mobile offence and dynamic midfield again trying to make-up for Porto's unstable defence. Kuranyi will be a present danger in the are, since crosses and tall strikers cause Porto the most problems to deal with.
I then predict a 1-1 draw and will hope for a 1-2 away win for Porto. I don't see this game ending up goalless, despite opening games of ties being generally more low-key.
What do you think of your teams chances in this round?
In the Schalke - Porto games, I expect to see a relatively interesting and open match (but neglected) with our mobile offence and dynamic midfield again trying to make-up for Porto's unstable defence. Kuranyi will be a present danger in the are, since crosses and tall strikers cause Porto the most problems to deal with.
I then predict a 1 ...[text shortened]... ties being generally more low-key.
What do you think of your teams chances in this round?
I see Schalke scoring home and away. I predict 3-1 on aggregate to the Germans.
The game went exactly as I predicted (except for Porto's missing goal, obviously). After our trembling defense gave them the lead, Porto's midfield settled the nerves down and from the 30 min mark until the end of the game Porto was mostly in control via our midfield.
The end result is a good one for Schalke, considering the high likelihood of our defense giving them another freebie on the return leg. Still, this game (and particularly the second half) has shown that the initial fear shown by Porto's defence was unwarranted.
Originally posted by Palynka The game went exactly as I predicted (except for Porto's missing goal, obviously). After our trembling defense gave them the lead, Porto's midfield settled the nerves down and from the 30 min mark until the end of the game Porto was mostly in control via our midfield.
The end result is a good one for Schalke, considering the high likelihood of our defens ...[text shortened]... ly the second half) has shown that the initial fear shown by Porto's defence was unwarranted.
If they score at your place, I'd say it was unlikely that you'll win the tie. If Liverpool score in the San Siro then it's Quarter Final time!
Originally posted by Angry Boy If they score at your place, I'd say it was unlikely that you'll win the tie. If Liverpool score in the San Siro then it's Quarter Final time!
Yes, we're in a dangerours position.
You guys did very well. Want to comment on the game?
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