Saturday, March 10, 2007

QUARTER FINAL : LIVERPOOL VS PSV.



I was watching the draw and yes, somehow, I was relieved that we got PSV. Of course, PSV is a strong team and they have knocked Arsenal out. Still, I believe that we have met them in the group stage, both teams know each other really well.

Of all the other 7 teams, the Dutch Champions isn't the strongest opponent. Still, in the Champions League, every team is strong and you can't underestimate your opponents. Just remember how Benfica beated Liverpool out of the competition.. We must learn from our mistakes and I believe Rafa Benitez would know what to do against the Dutch Champions.

What Rafa Says..

"At this stage of the competition every team is going to be difficult. We know all about PSV, having already played them twice this season, but that doesn't mean it will be easy," Benitez told Liverpoolfc.tv.

"Sometimes knowing your opponents well can be an advantage but sometimes it can be a disadvantage because they'll also know all about us. We must be cautious.

"I'm sure the supporters will be happy with the draw but we don't want to make the same mistake as last year when went out against Benfica. Then, everyone was saying we'd go through but, of course, Benfica beat us home and away.

"PSV are a very good team. We may have beaten them at home but they held us to a goalless draw at their ground. They have improved since we last met and showed their quality by beating Arsenal in the last round. There are no favourites in this tie.

"Playing away from home first can be good as it means there'll be another special atmosphere at Anfield for the second leg. We are really close to the semi-final and need the support of everyone to help us make this next step. This is the most important game we'll play in the next month and I'm looking forward to it."

Quarter Finals..

AC Milan (Ita) vs Bayern Munich (Ger)

PSV Eindhoven (Hol) vs LIVERPOOL (Eng)

Roma (Ita) vs Man Utd (Eng)

Chelsea (Eng) vs Valencia (Esp)



Semi Finals:

AC Milan or Bayern Munich VS Roma or Man Utd.

PSV Eindhoven or LIVERPOOL VS Chelsea or Valencia


You'll Never Walk Alone..

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