The anthem of the Champions League will once again be heard in the stadiums of Europe, but nowhere will it be heard with as much enthusiasm as today at the Etihad. He City of Manchestercurrent champion of the highest competition in Europe, will make its debut in front of its fans against red star after lifting orejona a few months ago for the first time in its entire history.
The expectations placed on the team Pep Guardiola they are very big. For all the contestants, they are the enemy to beat after last year, thanks to Erling Haaland, they will show that they are a complete team. The Norwegian has continued to be a great scoring threat, having started the season as it ended, and already knows that the Champions League is his territory. However, at the moment he still didn’t rely on his best mate, Kevin de Bruynewho is still injured and out of the fight.
All indications are that Guardiola will continue Jeremy Dokuwho scored against West Ham and leaves a very good feeling, as well Julian Alvarezthat from behind Haaland This shows that it is more feasible for both to play together.
As for red star, came from being the champion of Serbia for 6 consecutive years but, however, in Europe the difference in level was always noticeable, which it did not reach. Also, for the match against City they are not there Katetheir reference player in attack, so things will be more complicated.
Source: La Verdad
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