Del Piero should play, maybe we should use a trident. Or Ibrahimovic (blasphemy) should be benched.
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Ballack back for Bayern blockbuster
Tuesday, 18 October 2005
by Andreas Alf
from Cologne
After making his return to Bundesliga action in Saturday's 1-1 draw against FC Schalke 04, Michael Ballack is preparing to roar back into life in the UEFA Champions League in tonight's game against Italian champions Juventus.
Niggling injuries
Having been sidelined with a number of niggling injuries and then a bout of flu, the FC Bayern München playmaker is eager to try his luck against the side who have won more Italian titles than any other. "It's about time we played them again," said Ballack. "They are among Europe's best and this match is a real highlight."
Measuring stick
Like Juventus, Bayern are the most successful club in their domestic league, and for Ballack, playing the Turin giants will be a good measure of his side's skills. "This meeting will tell us where we stand in European football right now," added Ballack. "It will show us if we have made a step forward since our two 1-0 defeats against them last season."
Vieira injured
Ballack was hoping to come up against another great goalscoring midfielder tonight in the form of former Arsenal FC hero Patrick Vieira, but because of a groin injury, the French international has not travelled to Germany. "This could be an advantage for us, but they still have Emerson," concluded Ballack.
Stage set
The stage is certainly set for Ballack to play a starring role against a side who, like Bayern, have yet to drop a point in this season's UEFA Champions League. Now coach Felix Magath is hoping that he will have what it takes to seize that opportunity.
'The old Michael Ballack'
Ballack had not been in his best form in the early stages of the season and was not able to play in Bayern's opening UEFA Champions League win against SK Rapid Wien and played against Club Brugge KV despite not being fully fit. "I hope that we will see the old Michael Ballack on Tuesday night," said Magath.
Bold prediction
With all of the worst days seemingly behind him, Bayern's No13 is hoping that tonight's match at the Fußball Arena München can mark the real start of a successful European season. And Ballack has been bold enough to predict the result.
Dream scenario
"I will set up Roy Makaay and he will score the decisive goal in a 1-0 win," said Ballack with a smile. With Makaay not having scored in the last 52 days - a lengthy break by the Dutchman's standards - Bayern would have more than one reason to celebrate if Ballack's prediction comes true.
source: uefa.com
How come Ballack is interviewed again? It's always Ballack being interviewed when he plays against us in both games.
Tuesday, 18 October 2005
by Andreas Alf
from Cologne
After making his return to Bundesliga action in Saturday's 1-1 draw against FC Schalke 04, Michael Ballack is preparing to roar back into life in the UEFA Champions League in tonight's game against Italian champions Juventus.
Niggling injuries
Having been sidelined with a number of niggling injuries and then a bout of flu, the FC Bayern München playmaker is eager to try his luck against the side who have won more Italian titles than any other. "It's about time we played them again," said Ballack. "They are among Europe's best and this match is a real highlight."
Measuring stick
Like Juventus, Bayern are the most successful club in their domestic league, and for Ballack, playing the Turin giants will be a good measure of his side's skills. "This meeting will tell us where we stand in European football right now," added Ballack. "It will show us if we have made a step forward since our two 1-0 defeats against them last season."
Vieira injured
Ballack was hoping to come up against another great goalscoring midfielder tonight in the form of former Arsenal FC hero Patrick Vieira, but because of a groin injury, the French international has not travelled to Germany. "This could be an advantage for us, but they still have Emerson," concluded Ballack.
Stage set
The stage is certainly set for Ballack to play a starring role against a side who, like Bayern, have yet to drop a point in this season's UEFA Champions League. Now coach Felix Magath is hoping that he will have what it takes to seize that opportunity.
'The old Michael Ballack'
Ballack had not been in his best form in the early stages of the season and was not able to play in Bayern's opening UEFA Champions League win against SK Rapid Wien and played against Club Brugge KV despite not being fully fit. "I hope that we will see the old Michael Ballack on Tuesday night," said Magath.
Bold prediction
With all of the worst days seemingly behind him, Bayern's No13 is hoping that tonight's match at the Fußball Arena München can mark the real start of a successful European season. And Ballack has been bold enough to predict the result.
Dream scenario
"I will set up Roy Makaay and he will score the decisive goal in a 1-0 win," said Ballack with a smile. With Makaay not having scored in the last 52 days - a lengthy break by the Dutchman's standards - Bayern would have more than one reason to celebrate if Ballack's prediction comes true.
source: uefa.com
How come Ballack is interviewed again? It's always Ballack being interviewed when he plays against us in both games.
++ [ originally posted by Holygr4le ] ++
My presumed lineup:
-----------------------Abbiati----------------------------
Zebina(Blasi)---Thuram------Canna---------Zambro
---------------Emerson-----Giannichedda-------------
--Cammo-------------------------------------Neddy----
-----------------Trez------------Ibra---------------------
May god be with us…
My presumed lineup:
-----------------------Abbiati----------------------------
Zebina(Blasi)---Thuram------Canna---------Zambro
---------------Emerson-----Giannichedda-------------
--Cammo-------------------------------------Neddy----
-----------------Trez------------Ibra---------------------
May god be with us…
If our midfield duo is able to outclass Ballack and co, then it shouldn't be a problem. Makaay hasn't scored in 52 days and last time our defence shutted him down, let's repeat this scenario again.
To be honest, I would actually like Kovac to play against his former teammates, but Cap prefers Thuram instead.
To be honest, I would actually like Kovac to play against his former teammates, but Cap prefers Thuram instead.
Have a nice trip, Maresca.
Exactly. Capello has a real luxury problem there. I have complete confidence in Capello making the right choice.
Here is my prediction of what Capello will field. It is also the lineup I'm hoping for:
Abbiati
Blasi - Thuram - Cannavaro - Zambrotta
Camoranesi - Giannichedda - Emerson - Nedved
Ibrahimovic - Trezeguet
Del Piero can be introduced if needed during second half.
1-2
Trezeguet x 2
Forza Juve!!! :strong:
Exactly. Capello has a real luxury problem there. I have complete confidence in Capello making the right choice.
Here is my prediction of what Capello will field. It is also the lineup I'm hoping for:
Abbiati
Blasi - Thuram - Cannavaro - Zambrotta
Camoranesi - Giannichedda - Emerson - Nedved
Ibrahimovic - Trezeguet
Del Piero can be introduced if needed during second half.
1-2
Trezeguet x 2
Forza Juve!!! :strong:
