Surety wasn't a perk when Covid - 19 broke onto the scene. Things were brought to a stand still as most were left to find more room in the four corners of their homes than they normally would prefer.
Football was also away but only for a short while. The UCL didn't take it's concurrent effects as it's normally happened in recent seasons with the various domestic leagues in Europe. The hiatus brought about changes requiring adjustments and that we can say the various leagues adjusted to quite well. Approximately 160 days between both legs is what the change has given us but we move on from it though.
After the long wait these teams get to book their places in the quarterfinal and just as you know we will give you a preview of the final 4 games before the quarterfinal showdown in Lisbon.
Juventus v Lyon, Allianz Stadium.
Lyon heads into the second leg with a 1-0 buffer as they prepare to face Juventus in Turin, Italy. Juventus comes into this tie after securing the ninth Serie A title in a row. They have proved their dominance in Italy but that UCL trophy has eluded them and with Ronaldo they will want to change that narrative. Lyon failed to make it into the CL places this season as the ligue 1 was cancelled. There is a good chance to make it back in the UCL next season if they make it all the way to the final. The one goal advantage gives them the upper hand but if Mauricio Sarri's side remain resilient and has Ronaldo and Dybala firing on all cylinders they can ease past the French side. Not forgetting the threat Lyon possesses as they have Depay back now with a more vibrant side - Tousart, Toko Ekambi and Houssem Aouar, ones to look out for.
Manchester City vs Real Madrid, Etihad.
Manchester City came back to the Etihad with that 2-1 advantage against the recent La Liga champions, Real Madrid. The Los Blancos were stunned in the final minutes at home as Pep Guardiola's side took the needed motivation before heading into this second leg. Gracefully perched back into the UCL despite their initial two-year ban allowing Pep the chance to win an European trophy with Manchester City. The league cup in England the only accolade he has in his trophy cabinet this season. Kevin De Bruyne in some fine form this season and the bigger piece to Pep's jigsaw. The UCL will be a better end to the season if he is able to overcome the threat from Real Madrid. Zidane is no freshman to the UCL. His three-peat record still lingers and approaching this would be a sweet one to see with no pressure on his shoulders. Lots of threat for Pep to neutralize, and Benzema one he won't take his eyes off. Hazard is back from his injury but Bale and James Rodriguez not in the squad with Ramos' suspension making him unavailable.
We are well aware and will be ready by 19:00 GMT when the UCL second legs kick off.
Enjoy and see you on the happy side this evening. Back again tomorrow.
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