How does one react to two nights of Champions League football defined by mayhem? Wasim Parkar gives kudos to those who pulled off the miracles amidst the bedlam, but also wonders whether these matches were defined by the flaws of the vanquished moreso than the virtues of the winners. 

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All sorts of disintegration

To many, the second legs of this week’s Champions League ties seem done and dusted. Wasim disagrees and outlines why the matches have a lot to offer and ponders whether the state of mind of the protagonists involved may prove to be decisive. 

State of Mind

There is a lot at stake in what many consider the biggest game in English football. Wasim looks ahead to Manchester United vs Liverpool at Old Trafford and focuses on some of the factors he believes will be key in the big game. 

United vs Liverpool Preview

Atletico Madrid rolled back the years as Diego Simeone’s men delivered on a night of passion and electricity at the Wanda. Wasim analyzes the key factors in Atleti’s win while trying to understand why Juve were so poor. 

Atletico 2 Juventus 0 Review

City may have already their used their get out of jail free card in the first leg of their round of 16 clash with Schalke. Wasim finds himself agreeing with Pep’s words and tries to come up with a solution for City’s genuine problem position. 

Schalke 2 City 3 Review

After a game that flattered to deceive, Wasim gives his thoughts on Lyon and Barcelona and wonders whether the Spanish champions have a midfield problem. 

Lyon 0 Barcelona 0 Review

It may not have lived upto expectations, but Wasim still shares plenty of thoughts on the stalemate at Anfield. 

Liverpool 0 Bayern 0 Review

It’s probably overshadowed by the more illustrious ties in the Champions League Round of 16, but Wasim thinks there is a lot to be excited by the clash between a dangerous Lyon side and an off-colour Barcelona. 

Lyon vs Barcelona 1st Leg Preview

Liverpool take on Bayern Munich for the first time in the modern era of the Champions League. Wasim looks at the tactics, form and key influences in this mouth-watering European tie. 

Liverpool vs Bayern 1st Leg Preview

Fifth hosts fourth in a crucial battle for Champions League qualification as Atalanta welcome Milan in Serie A. Wasim highlights the threats that both teams possess and the tactics that are likely to be decisive in the game. 

Atalanta vs Milan Preview

It may not have the stature of the Champions League, but there are plenty of good teams in the Europa League who have a lot riding on the tournament. Wasim analyzes the chances of the teams from the big five leagues and looks at the teams that pose the biggest threat outside that group. 

The Europa League Contenders

Spurs ended up convincing winners against Dortmund at Wembley in a match that provided plenty of talking points. Wasim debates Lucien Favre’s team selection and analyzes how some of Tottenham’s seasoned campaigners made subtle adjustments in the second half to lead their team to a famous victory. 

Spurs 3 Dortmund 0 Review

A clash between European aristocrats lived up to the billing as Ajax Amsterdam and Real Madrid delivered a compelling tie. Wasim looks back at Ajax’s enterprising approach while also praising the defending champions for their unnerving ability to ride out a storm and rise to the occasion. 

Ajax 1 Real 2 Review

Nicolo Zaniolo announced his arrival on the big stage as he highlighted Roma’s 2-1 win over Porto in a nervy Champions League Round of 16 first leg tie. Wasim analyzes the tactics from the game and wonders if there is room for both teams to do better when the tie heads to the Dragao in three weeks time. 

Roma 2 Porto 1 Review

Wasim looks back on PSG’s commanding 2-0 win at Old Trafford. In analyzing the decisive factors, there is praise for Marco Verratti, Marquinhos and Thiago Silva. Could United have done anything different, or was there simply too big a chasm in quality and European experience between the two teams? 

United 0 PSG 2 Review

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