The Champions League is quite lively, and it has now reached the seventh round of competition. As everyone knows, the Champions League is different from the league in that most teams participating are not to be underestimated. Therefore, as the competition progresses into the seventh round, the points table has been updated, which is worth noting. The latest situation of the Champions League points sees two teams having already sealed their fate, with only six direct qualification spots remaining, leaving Real Madrid and Manchester City's fate somewhat dependent on others. (Points as of January 22nd) We should know that some teams have already completed their matches in the seventh round. So, what does the points table look like now? If we talk about the top two teams in the direct promotion zone, Liverpool and Barcelona, after winning in the seventh round, Liverpool has accumulated 21 points, while Barcelona has 18 points. These two teams have already determined their fate, securing two direct promotion spots. Liverpool currently has a perfect record of seven wins, while Barcelona has six wins and one loss, with both teams holding a clear advantage. Liverpool and Barcelona have already secured two spots, meaning there are only six direct promotion spots left. These six spots will be contested by the remaining teams. After winning in the seventh round, Atletico Madrid's points have reached 15, temporarily ranking third in the points table. However, since Atletico played first, their third place is not stable. Overall, Atletico has taken an initial position, allowing them to take the initiative, but we'll…

Real Madrid has risen to the top of La Liga, leading their title rivals Atletico Madrid by 2 points and Barcelona by 7 points, giving them a strong chance to defend their La Liga championship. With a squad valued at 1.23 billion euros, the highest in the football world, Real Madrid also has the opportunity to re-sign some of the players they have sold who are now performing well. One such player is the 20-year-old former Real Madrid player who has shone in Serie A, with a market value of 20 million euros, and can be repurchased by Florentino Perez for 9 million euros. In the last match of the 21st round of Serie A on the early morning of January 21st, Beijing time, Fabregas' Como team defeated Udinese 4-1. Both teams had one player sent off in this match, with Como's Esposito contributing a goal and an assist, Diao and Nico Pas scoring, and Gerdaniga receiving a red card. On the Udinese side, Pajaro scored, Bjelul scored an own goal, and Bomavoko was sent off. After this victory, Como accumulated 22 points and ranked 13th in Serie A, 3 points ahead of the relegation zone, while Udinese ranked 10th with 26 points. The relegation battle in this season's Serie A is very fierce, with mid-to-lower table teams fighting for survival. Whether Como can avoid relegation this season largely depends on the performance of Nico Pas. Pas recently suffered from injuries and came on as a substitute in the match against Udinese. Fabregas brought Pas on in the 61st minute,…

In the 20th round of La Liga on January 19, Real Madrid defeated Las Palmas 4-1. However, the significance of this match goes beyond goals and VAR controversy. It marks the strong return of Dani Ceballos - a once forgotten talent who is gradually proving himself an indispensable member of Real Madrid's midfield. Ceballos' Brave Performance Just 27 seconds into the game, Fabio Silva scored a lightning goal for the visiting team, catching the entire Bernabeu off guard. But Ceballos quickly adjusted his state and ended the match with an outstanding performance. He created three key chances and completed 73 accurate passes out of 79 touches. In addition, he participated in 101 ball controls, second only to Bellingham (80 times), and was the player who won back possession most on the field (10 times). Ceballos successfully tackled 7 out of 5 times and forced the opponent to foul 3 times, demonstrating his importance as a tactical core of the team. When the game reached the 83rd minute, Ceballos was substituted, and the Bernabeu stands erupted in applause. "I am very grateful to the fans for recognizing my efforts," Ceballos said excitedly after the game, "This is the moment I have been most confident since joining. I will continue to work hard and strive to make the coach consider me more." Ceballos' career has not been smooth sailing. In the summer of 2017, he transferred from Betis to Real Madrid for 16.5 million euros, then seen as the successor to Luka Modric or Toni Kroos. However, under Zidane's coaching, Ceballos had…

The Real Madrid squad has always been a topic of discussion among fans, especially when the team faces wave after wave of injuries. Spanish defender Marco Asensio's performance has attracted considerable attention. This name, which was not prominent in the team, gradually established its place in Real Madrid's defense through outstanding performances and became an existence that could not be ignored. In fact, Real Madrid is seriously considering his future with the team. Especially this season, Asensio has performed exceptionally well, particularly during the team's injury crisis, where he played the role of a "firefighter." Everyone knows that Real Madrid's defensive line has been plagued by injuries this season, with many key players missing due to injuries. However, Asensio was able to quickly step up, fill the gaps, and perform steadily and maturely. It can be said that Asensio has proven through his actions that he is not just a "substitute player" but a valuable defensive asset capable of stepping up in critical moments. However, as these injured players return, Asensio's position in the first team becomes less clear. The defensive line will return to its strongest lineup, raising questions about whether Asensio can maintain his position in the first team. Real Madrid's evaluation of Asensio seems complex. They believe he possesses characteristics similar to Nacho – a player capable of playing multiple defensive roles. Nacho is known as a "versatile player" in Real Madrid's defense, capable of playing as a center-back, right-back, or left-back whenever needed. Asensio also has this ability, with his flexibility and adaptability making him a…

Champions League Qualification Analysis: 26 Teams Compete for 24 Spots, Real Madrid Steady, Manchester City and Paris at Risk of Elimination What a joke! Real Madrid, Manchester City, and Paris Saint-Germain, these eye-catching giants, actually crashed in the Champions League group stage? Who wrote this script, come out and take your beating! The new format has turned it into a "battle of the gods," with 36 teams fighting each other. The top eight in points advance directly, while those from 9th to 24th have to go through another round of playoffs, and the rest can only go home and call it a night. It's really exciting, but isn't this too cruel? The group stage is like a battleground, leaving the giants trembling! The leaderboard is now in chaos, with teams above 14 points naturally as stable as old dogs, but those between 7 and 13 points live in constant fear every day. 13 points are like a fig leaf, covering up the embarrassing situation of most teams. After all, Paris and Stuttgart still have to fight it out. If both of them win, then the teams below 13 points will really be crying in the bathroom. Real Madrid, the defending champion? Stop joking! They've lost three out of six games and only have 9 points now, losing face completely. In the last two rounds, they face Salzburg and Brest, which doesn't seem difficult, but given Real Madrid's recent unpredictable form, who knows what might happen? They might really end up turning "the return of the king" into "the king goes…

This season, although Real Madrid has encountered some setbacks, they have continued to adjust and eventually returned to the top of the league. Currently, with Mbappe in excellent form, Real Madrid is on a winning streak and has a high probability of winning the La Liga title this season. Additionally, the team is also making progress in the King's Cup. However, amidst this promising situation, Ancelotti has announced that he will leave the team at the end of the season and plans to coach a national team in the future. Why would Ancelotti choose to leave? Real Madrid can offer you high pay, but won't build the team according to your requirements Compared to other clubs, Real Madrid does not hesitate to spend on coaching staff salaries. However, when it comes to recruitment, Real Madrid has its own plan, which does not change due to changes in the coaching staff. Despite winning the Champions League twice under Ancelotti's leadership, his requests for new signings have not been supported. To date, his desired reinforcements for the front line and midfield have not materialized, with only one Arnold included in Real Madrid's recruitment plan. Although Ancelotti has been able to lead the team to victory, he has had to rely on his own tactics and strategies. Over time, he feels that he has not been respected, and it is not surprising that he wants to leave. Ancelotti looks forward to new challenges, aiming to become the world's best coach As a rare coach who has achieved success in all five major leagues,…

The Champions League is quite lively, and it has now reached the seventh round of competition. As everyone knows, the Champions League is different from the league in that most teams that can participate in the Champions League are not to be underestimated. Therefore, as the competition progresses to the seventh round, some updates to the leaderboard are worth noting. The latest situation with the Champions League points sees two teams having already secured their positions, leaving only six direct qualification spots remaining, with Real Madrid and Manchester City's fate depending on others. (Points updated as of January 22nd) We should know that some teams have already completed their matches in the seventh round. So what does the leaderboard look like now? If we talk about the top two teams in the direct promotion zone, Liverpool and Barcelona, after winning in the seventh round, Liverpool has 21 points, while Barcelona has 18 points. These two teams have already determined their positions, securing two direct promotion spots. Liverpool currently has a perfect record of seven wins, while Barcelona has six wins and one loss, with both teams holding a relatively clear advantage. Liverpool and Barcelona have already reserved two spots, meaning there are only six direct promotion spots left. These six spots will be contested by the remaining teams. After winning in the seventh round, Atletico Madrid's points have reached 15, temporarily ranking third in the leaderboard. However, Atletico Madrid played their match earlier, so their third place is not stable. Overall, Atletico Madrid has taken an initial position, allowing them…

Real Madrid has risen to the top of La Liga, leading their title rivals Atletico Madrid by 2 points and Barcelona by 7 points, giving them a strong chance to defend their La Liga championship. With a squad valued at 1.23 billion euros, the highest in the football world, Real Madrid also has the opportunity to re-sign some of the players they have sold who are performing well. One such player is the 20-year-old former Real Madrid player who has shone in Serie A, with a market value of 20 million euros, and can be repurchased by Florentino Perez for 9 million euros. In the early hours of January 21st, Beijing time, in the last match of the 21st round of Serie A, Fabregas' Como team defeated Udinese 4-1. Both teams had one player sent off in this match, with Como's Esposito contributing a goal and an assist, Diao and Nico Pas scoring, and Gerdaniga receiving a red card. On the Udinese side, Pajaro scored, Bjelul scored an own goal, and Bomavoko was sent off. After this victory, Como accumulated 22 points and ranked 13th in Serie A, 3 points ahead of the relegation zone, while Udinese remained in 10th place with 26 points. The relegation battle in this season's Serie A is very fierce, with mid-to-lower table teams fighting for survival. Whether Como can avoid relegation this season largely depends on the performance of Nico Pas. Pas recently suffered from injuries and came off the bench in the match against Udinese. Fabregas brought Pas on in the 61st minute,…

In the quarter-finals of the English League Cup, it was truly exciting, especially Arsenal's comeback, which was incredibly thrilling.‌ The game started with Arsenal caught off guard by Crystal Palace's long pass. In the 4th minute, Crystal Palace's Mateta took advantage of an error by Arsenal defender Kivior when clearing the ball and scored a goal to put Arsenal behind 0-1. This was not just any ordinary start! You see, Arsenal's goal for this match was to advance to the semi-finals, yet they were on the verge of being coldly defeated. The fans' feelings can be imagined, with immense pressure. Although Arsenal launched a massive offensive afterward, Troisard's shot went over the crossbar, and Sterling's free-kick was saved by the opposing goalkeeper, but they couldn't manage to equalize the score. At halftime, the score remained 1-0, with Arsenal trailing. As soon as the second half began, Arteta made immediate adjustments, bringing on Odegaard. This adjustment proved effective, and in the 54th minute, Odegaard delivered a precise through ball, allowing Jesus to capitalize on his super-fast run and successfully score, leveling the score at 1-1 for Arsenal! At this point, the fans must have been both shocked and delighted, their mood pulled back from the brink of despair. Immediately following, in the 73rd minute, Saka crossed from the right to Jesus, who scored again to take the lead, making it 2-1! This was the rhythm of a comeback, and Arsenal's fans started cheering again, as if watching an exhilarating Hollywood blockbuster. Arsenal didn't stop there. As the game entered its closing…

On January 20th, Beijing time, Spanish radio station Cadena SER's famous journalist Edu Pidal exclusively reported that Carlo Ancelotti will resign at the end of this season. In the 20th round of La Liga, Real Madrid turned the standings to regain the top spot, widening the gap with second-placed Atletico Madrid by 2 points and third-placed Barcelona by 7 points. After a 4-1 victory over Palmeiras, the Italian veteran coach attended the press conference and jokingly said, "From criticism to praise, football changes so quickly. I'm still a bit confused. I've heard that we've been playing poorly recently, but now I see that Real Madrid is at the top, so I will continue to study where the problem lies." This sentence is not at all exaggerated; it is a true reflection of Real Madrid's season. From the combination of Bellingham, Vinicius, Mbappe, and Rodrygo at the beginning of the season; To the difficulty of integrating Mbappe; A wave of defensive injuries; Bale and Bellingham being overworked and experimented in other positions; Poor performance by Joaquin, etc., Real Madrid's public opinion has been in a trough. Coach Ancelotti is under great pressure. Problems such as the balance of the front three, lack of a central core in midfield, a wave of defensive injuries without reinforcements, and insufficient playing time for substitute youngsters like Juler and Endrick. Any one of these problems could blow up on him. For example, Bellingham and Bale, who are frequently restricted and dissatisfied with their positional shifts, can cause trouble if they make a fuss. Fortunately, both…