The UEFA Champions League is back in our lives this week as we get ready for the second leg of the round of 16 ties. While there are certainly favourites amongst the pack, every single team left in the running will believe they’re in with a chance of lifting that famous trophy. Today, we’ll be taking a look at what should be a fascinating encounter between Manchester City and FC Copenhagen.
Manchester City Form GuideManchester City are easily the best team in world football right now - and if they aren’t, they’re certainly in the top two or three. Pep Guardiola finally helped the club lift the European Cup last season and this time around, the big question is whether or not they can go back-to-back. As we continue through the knockouts, it’ll be fascinating to see what kind of approach they have.
After a pretty even first half, Manchester City turned on the gas against Copenhagen in the second. They didn’t exactly blow them out of the water but they did enough to get a comfortable 3-1 win heading into the second leg.
Copenhagen Form GuideAgainst all odds, FC Copenhagen’s destiny is in their own hands in the knockout phase. They know that in the eyes of many, they weren’t even expected to make their way out of the initial group. That serves as a huge statement of their intent when you consider the other teams they were competing with, and we’re intrigued to see how they navigate this encounter.
After a pretty even first half, Manchester City turned on the gas against Copenhagen in the second. They didn’t exactly blow them out of the water but they did enough to get a comfortable 3-1 win heading into the second leg.
Match PredictionCopenhagen know they need to pump up the pressure from the word go if they’re going to stand any chance of causing an upset in this one. We do think City are going to get through with minimal fuss, but in our view, the best possible prediction here is under 2.5 goals scored.
