Schedule Europa League semi-final match between Benfica vs Juventus will take place on Thursday , April 24 2014di Estádio Da Luz , Lisbon . Antonio Conte's men did more favorites , but the hosts could potentially reverse these predictions .

Benfica against Juventus challenge is still in the euphoria after winning the Portuguese Liga title . Moreover, the team raised by Jorge Jesus continues winning seven consecutive wins in all competitions . Do not forget also , they are still untouched defeat in the Europa League . Hope will be charged to Rodrigo . He has collected three goals in the Europa League last four games . Benfica backline only conceded one goal in the last seven games , Benfica could be a barrier Juventus are the favorites champion Europa League 2014.

How to Juventus ? For them , Europe is still mysterious . Since the victory over PSG in the European Super Cup in 1997 , not to mention add to the Bianconeri 's degree in a blue continent . Now , with the final to be held at home , the Old Lady expect more . Claudio Marchisio stated to UEFA , " A lot of players at Juventus who have never won the European level competition . So also with the club . So , if you have reached the semi-finals , the ambition to win a trophy would be a spirit of its own . "

Juventus advanced to the semifinals with a good result . They always win the game away . Not to mention the clean sheet record at home against Gianluigi Buffon . Then , in terms of individual quality , Antonio Conte's team is more favored . Staying we'll see who is more powerful ambition . Benfica who want to maintain the tradition of Portugal in the Europa League or the guest .

Estimated Lineup Benfica vs Juventus :

Benfica (4-4-2): 1-Arthur; 28-Silvio, 4-Luisão, 24-Garay, 16-Siqueira; 5-Fejsa, 30-André Gomes, 18-Salvio, 8-Sulejmani, 19-Rodrigo, 7-Cardozo.

Juventus (3-5-2): 1-Buffon; 19-Bonucci, 15-Barzagli, 3-Chiellini; 33-Isla, 23-Vidal, 21-Pirlo, 8-Marchisio, 22-Asamoah; 10-Tévez, 14-Llorente. Prediction : 50-50

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Champions League semi-final match between Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich will take place at the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday, April 23, 2014 . Who will win in the Champions League semi-final schedule of Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich this time ?

Bigmatch between Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich is the most prestigious competition in Europe . Both total collecting 14 all-time Champions League title . Die Roten is the defending champion . Meanwhile , the Los Blancos , who collected the trophy most ambitious title La Decima this year . Besides these two teams have the best players and coaches row .

Real Madrid have Carlo Ancelotti with his trademark 4-3-3 scheme gave the Copa del Rey trophy in 2014 . Contrast , Pep Guardiola has collected 17 titles in less than five seasons . Possession ball mainstay Bayern became the strongest candidate to win the Champions League this year .

Los Blancos have two world's most expensive winger . Cristiano Ronaldo on the left offset by Gareth Bale on the right . Bayern Munich no less . They have Arjen Robben and Franck Ribery are not less terrible , but the hosts little benefit . They could rest longer because the schedule was pushed against Real Valladolid . In contrast to Bayern Munich which must be laboriously beat Eintracht Braunschweig . Pep Guardiola also admitted that his team played like a team landless . In a competition standpoint , this is the best situation for the opponent to kick out of the track champion , "said Pep in Barcelona are accustomed to conquer during the Santiago Bernabeu .

This game certainly will be very tight from beginning to end , but a complete Bayern Munich could make the coveted title of La Decima Real Madrid drift . At least until next year .

Estimated Squad :

Real Madrid (4-3-3): 1-Casillas; 15-Carvajal, 3-Pepe, 4-Sergio Ramos, 12-Marcelo; 19-Modric, 14-Xabi Alonso, 22-Di María; 11-Bale, 9-Benzema, 7-Cristiano Ronaldo.

Bayern Munich (4-2-3-1): 1-Neuer; 21-Lahm, 8-Javi Martínez, 17-Boateng, 27-Alaba; 31-Schweinsteiger, 39-Kroos; 19-Götze, 10-Robben, 7-Ribéry; 25-Müller

Head to Head Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich:

April 25, 2012 Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich 2-1
April 17, 2012 Bayern Munich vs Real Madrid 2-1
March 7, 2007 Bayern Munich vs Real Madrid 2-1
Februari 20, 2007 Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich 3-2
March 10, 2004 Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich 1-0

Prediction : 55-45

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Cristiano Ronaldo has recovered from a hamstring injury and ready to play against Bayern Munich in the Champions League semi-final first leg, but CR7 not be able to perform the full 90 minutes. The possibility of the Real Madrid first sitting on the bench. Reported by Marca, Cristiano Ronaldo suffered tendinitis in his left knee looks already resolved. CR7 has also returned to training with his colleagues. The main thing, the Portuguese attacker's wings are very eager to perform. He was reluctant to re- sit as spectators watch Real Madrid fought on the field.

" I always wanted to perform. I enjoy playing in the field because football is my passion at the same task. Besides, I always wanted to get a higher targets. This consistency is difficult to maintain, but the strength and passion helped me to showcase the best of each day, " said Cristiano Ronaldo.

Cristiano Ronaldo is aware that if he insisted on appearing then back injury, bad luck will befall. Not only will miss the rest of the season with Real Madrid. The chances appear for Portugal in the 2014 World Cup will also move to zero, but the risk of collapse is very minimal to return. That is, CR7 will play first game since missing 21 days ago.

Actually, Even if Real Madrid do not rely on the star, not a big problem. When Cristiano Ronaldo did not exist, Los Blancos can win three of the last four parties, including current and beat Barcelona 2-1 to win Copa del Rey in 2014, but there are minus record in games away against Dortmund as Los Blancos perform below standard and lost 2 - 0 of the host.

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Schedule Champions League between Atletico Madrid vs Chelsea will take place on Tuesday, April 22, 2014 at the Vicente Calderon, Atletico Madrid amid optimism is high. Not only because they achieve better results at the weekend by beating Elche 2-0. For this match, the team can play a Simoene Diego Thibaut Courtois who were once exposed to ' ban ' by his main club, Chelsea. At least, the Belgian goalkeeper goalkeeper host guarantees safe.

Midfielder Diego Ribas also expressed his confidence by saying, " We had 90 minutes to prove who is more favorite. Both teams are equally likely to kick-off begins. Chelsea are a good team. They have scored when the ball lightning, but there is one thing that should never be forgotten Atletico. Jose Mourinho. The figure is known to be very astute when dealing with elite teams. Manchester City, Manchester United, Arsenal, Galatasaray, made ​​up PSG defeated by The Special One. Not to mention the 'Special One taste similar to Diego Simeone . Both coaches alike rely on lightning counter-attack and solid defense.

Ahead of the match, both teams were both still consider the progress of the last two key players. Atletico could hope to Arda Turan who got the green light from the team doctor. Meanwhile, Eden Hazard is a little heavy to be forced to appear. Beyond that, this fight would be the most appropriate time for Chelsea to see for himself the role of Diego Costa, attackers target them next season.

Atletico have never felt the joy of reaching the Champions League. In their minds certainly also began to imagine the final match in Lisbon. Plus celebrate with the Spanish league title. It will be a motivation for the team to appear overly energetic. Chelsea are sometimes unstable even though it has great potential, can be threatened at the Vicente Calderon.

Head to Head Atletico Madrid vs Chelsea:

August 31, 2013 Chelsea vs Atletico Madrid 1-4
3 November 2009 Atletico Madrid vs Chelsea 2-2
October 21, 2009 Chelsea vs Atletico Madrid 4-0

Estimated Squad Atletico Madrid vs Chelsea:

Atletico Madrid ( 4-4-2 ): Courtois; Juanfran, Miranda, Diego Godin, Filipe Luis; Gabi, Tiago, Raúl García, Koke; Diego Costa, Villa.

Chelsea ( 4-2-3-1 ): Cech; Azpilicueta, Terry Cahill, A. Cole; David Luiz, Lampard; William, Oscar, Hazard; Eto'o.

Prediction : 55-45

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Liverpool : Liverpool's three players on the list of award nominations best player the Premier League this season (2013-2014) based version of the Professional Footballers Association ( PFA ) . All three players are Luis Suarez , Steven Gerrard and Daniel Sturridge . In addition to the three players the Reds , there are also other Nominations , the Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure , Chelsea playmaker Eden Hazard and playmaker Adam Lallana Southampton .


To name Sturridge and Hazard , also contained in the Best Young Player nomination along with the other Liverpool players , Raheem Sterling . Then there is also the name of the Arsenal midfielder , Aaron Ramsey , Everton midfielder Ross Barkley and Southampton left-back Luke Shaw .

From a series of award nominees Player , which stands out is Luis Suarez . Players from the 27-year -old Uruguayan successfully brought his club the Premier League standings , and the top scorer with 29 goals . While second favorites tandem occupied Suarez , namely Sturridge . 24-year -old has scored 20 goals in the Premier League . While the third favorite stuffed Gerrard ( 33 years old ) who has contributed 13 goals and 11 assists for the Reds .

While Toure who is now 30 years old , is Manchester City 's top scorer with 18 goals from 31 appearances . While the title of best young player , Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho believes that his team Hazard ( 23 ) deserve it .

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Schedule Premier League matches this weekend could make Chelsea Premier League standings for a while if they can win the game against Sunderland at Stamford Bridge on Saturday ( 19/04/2014 ) . If you can win , then Chelsea will be one point ahead of Liverpool . but previously , Chelsea must focus and must not underestimate Sunderland . If not , then they could end up like Manchester City that unexpectedly drew the Black Cats 2-2 yesterday . Even if the City was going to lose Samir Nasri does not make a goal in the 88th minute .

Sunderland itself is struggling out of the relegation zone . Thus , there is no other word for them besides win every remaining game , including the game against Chelsea this time . Gustavo Poyet 's side feels will continue to rely on strategies such as against City . Santiago Vergini , Wes Brown , John O'Shea , and Marcos Alonso will still be used to help protect goalkeeper Vito Mannone guarded .

In front , Chelsea should really be aware of Connor Wickham who scored both goals against City . Meanwhile , Fabio Borini possessed speed , Emanuele Giaccherini , or Adam Johnson also should not escape the attention of Chelsea .

The Blues themselves also have to divide the concentration in this fight . That's because , in the middle of next week Chelsea against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League semi-final .

Estimated lineups Chelsea vs Sunderland:

Chelsea ( 4-2-3-1 ) : 1 . Petr Cech ; 2 . Branislav Ivanovic , 24 . Gary Cahill , 26 . John Terry , 3 . Ashley Cole ; 21 . Nemanja Matic , 8 . Frank Lampard ; 11 . The Oscar , 22 . Willian , 15 . Mohamed Salah ; 19 . Demba Ba .
Manager : Jose Mourinho

Sunderland ( 4-3-3 ) : 25 . Vito Mannone ; 27 . Santiago Vergini , 16 . John O'Shea , 5 . Wes Brown , 28 . Marcos Alonso ; 33 . Lee Cattermole , 14 . Jack Colback , 7 . Sebastian Larsson ; 11 . Adam Johnson , 23 . Emanuele Giaccherini , 10 . Connor Wickham .
Manager : Gustavo Poyet

Head to head Chelsea vs Sunderland :

17-12-2013 : Chelsea 2-1 Sunderland
04-12-2013 : Sunderland 3-4 Chelsea
07-04-2013 : Chelsea 2-1 Sunderland
08-12-2012 : Sunderland 1-3 Chelsea
14-01-2012 : Chelsea 1-0 Sunderland

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The match between Atletico Madrid vs Elche in the Spanish League Jornada 34 will take place on Friday, 18 April 2014. There is a chance for Atletico Madrid to stay away from the pursuit of Real Madrid are not playing this week as well as leading figures from Barcelona seven new counter play Athletic Bilbao on Monday ( 21/4 ).

Atletico Madrid until the Jornada still consistently saving 33 points and became the Spanish league standings. 82 numbers that they can not get touched by the traditional ruling duo La Liga, Real Madrid ( 79 points ) and Barcelona ( 78 points ). The state of the Vicente Calderon camp certainly is inversely proportional to Elche still be concerned strictly above the relegation zone.

When this condition is also okay Atletico Madrid player. Diego Costa who had experienced incidents of bleeding on the crossbar, believed to be down. Arda Turan is probably not yet fully recovered, but Raul Garcia and Koke who played on the wing side Atletico Madrid could sustain without the presence of the Turkish wizard.

Performance issues, the ATM also is goods. Final defeat occurred in late February by Osasuna. After that they won 9 wins and two draws in 11 games in all competitions, including the beat AC Milan, Athletic Bilbao, and Barcelona .

Elche itself less passionate. They only won twice in the last 10 games. Last week, the club from the Valencia region of Los Che lost 2-1. For this game they also lost Albacar Edu and Manu del Moral .

During the focus Atletico Madrid for the title is still 100 % felt they were not likely to be disturbed by anyone, including Elche. Do not forget also, the last time at the Vicente Calderon lost ATM occurs at the end of last season. The rest, the party's 18 -game winning streak at home, a team of Diego Simeone always picking numbers.

Head to Head Atletico Madrid vs Elche :

21/10/2000 Atlético de Madrid vs Elche 2-0
03/17/2001 Elche vs Atlético de Madrid 2-1
11/07/2001 Atlético de Madrid vs Elche 4-0
03/30/2002 Elche vs Atlético de Madrid 5-1
30/11/2013 Elche vs Atletico de Madrid 0-2

Estimated Lineup Atletico Madrid vs Elche :

Atletico Madrid ( 4-4-2 ): Courtois; Juanfran, Miranda, Diego Godin, Filipe Luis; Gabi, Mario Suárez, Raúl García, Koke; Villa , Diego Costa

Elche ( 4-2-3-1 ): Manu Herrera, Damián Suárez, Botia, Pelegrin, Cisma; Carlos Sánchez, Rubén Pérez; Corominas, Javi Márquez, Fidel; Cristian Herrera.

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Gareth Bale scored a sensational goal for Real Madrid decisive victory over Barcelona in the final of the Copa del Rey in 2014. According Deportes Cuatro , the speed of the player ran Wales for more than half the field reaches 9.39 meters per second . Nothing wrong if the U.S. calls Bale as The Cardiff Express. Goal in the 85th minute it was up to now still busy talking. When Real Madrid continued pressure from Barcelona, Gareth Bale successful sprint to precede the reach of Marc Bartra are superior in terms of position. Former Tottenham player was closing action with gorgeous shots that can not be dammed Jose Manuel Pinto.

Spanish television show , Deportes Cuatro was trying to analyze the blazing speed that made ​​Gareth Bale to score the class. The distance wizard from Wales is 59.1 meters. Bale could cover that distance in just 7.04 seconds. If made ​​on average , the winger took 8 meters per second.

Gareth Bale is also referred perform 30 steps , with six touch on the ball. This includes the final touches to pass Jose Pinto. This sensational goal as to make the fellow Xabi Alonso of Real Madrid players, calling never witnessed a similar goal that Bale's goal.

This is the first step Bale. There will be many more goals were donated in the final series. In the future, Gareth will conquer Europe, "said the midfielder.

Most importantly, Gareth Bale proves that he is indeed worthy of respect is very expensive by Real Madrid. In the first season alone, he has scored 20 goals from 39 matches.

After the game, Gareth Bale did not forget to thank the Brazuca. The ball is used exclusively for the final of the Copa del Rey as one of the 'trial' before the 2014 World Cup. Speech was delivered directly Bale through his twitter account. Not unexpectedly, the official account Brazuca replied Bale. Mentioned, the ball is just adjusting to the foot Bale, "Same to you Gareth, I just did what your feet told me to do." An advertisement beautiful 'ahead of the World Cup which will be held this summer in Brazil.

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Premier League match day Sunday, March 30, 2014 between Liverpool vs Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield Stadium . Can Liverpool will return to continue the positive trend . Hope to beat Spurs is open long. Luis Suarez and Daniel Sturridge was on fire in this season . From a combination of both , has created 48 goals for Liverpool in the Premier League this season . If Suarez pack 28 goals , then Sturridge has scored 20 goals this season . Not only that , Steven Gerrard , Joe Allen , and Jordan Henderson more compact in midfield keeping the Reds . All three will certainly be the key for Liverpool in the match . The minus side of Liverpool is the concentration in their defense . Against a team like Cardiff City and Sunderland Liverpool have conceded just four goals , although it ended with a two game victory .

Meanwhile , Spurs are determined to maintain the positive aura that was engulfing them today . Last week , dropping two goals from Southampton successfully reversed to 3-2 at the end of the game . Tim Sherwood seems to be wary of Kyle Naughton to play carefully in this fight . Two goals Southampton last week was pure from mistakes made by Naughton . Still not necessarily playing Michael Dawson certainly makes Spurs back line will have difficulty in stemming the Liverpool attack . Especially in the first meeting , must defeat the Spurs 0-5 over Liverpool at White Hart Lane .

Estimated lineup Liverpool vs Tottenham :

Liverpool ( 4-3-3 ) : 22 . Simon Mignolet ; 2 . Glen Johnson , 37 . Martin Skrtel , 5 . Daniel Agger , 38 . Jon Flanagan ; 8 . Steven Gerrard , 24 . Joe Allen , 14 . Jordan Henderson ; 10 . Philippe Coutinho , 7 . Luis Suarez , 15 . Daniel Sturridge .
Manager : Brendan Rodgers

Tottenham ( 4-2-3-1 ) : 25 . Hugo Lloris ; 16 . Kyle Naughton , 4 . Younes Kaboul , 5 . Vertonghen , 3 . Danny Rose ; 30 . Sandro , 42 . Nabil Bentaleb ; 21 . Nacer Chadli , 7 . Aaron Lennon , 23 . Christian Eriksen ; 10 . Emmanuel Adebayor .
Manager : Tim Sherwood

Head to head Liverpool vs Tottenham :

15-12-2013 : Tottenham 0-5 Liverpool
10-03-2013 : Liverpool 3-2 Tottenham
28-11-2012 : Tottenham 2-1 Liverpool
28-07-2012 : Tottenham 0-0 Liverpool
06-02-2012 : Liverpool 0-0 Tottenham

Prediction : Liverpool 3-1 Tottenham

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The match between Napoli vs Juventus Italian Serie A is anticipated this weekend will be presented in Naples Sunday, March 30, 2014 . Both are currently the top three occupants Italian league. In addition , a victory in this match will be smoothing the way for the target of each team. Juventus need a victory in this fight for the scudetto closer to their hands. While Napoli also took a three-point -by- doing approach to AS Roma in second.

" Against Juventus is an important game for us and all the fans of Napoli. We want to play well because we want to end the season as runner - up . There is still plenty of points available and we will fight until the end , " said Jose Callejon.

Visit to Naples , the club should be without their leading striker , Carlos Tevez . The Argentine striker had to miss a game due to suspension. Carlos will not be available , so the other players have to take the role. We feel calm ahead of this game because it can win over a great team like Parma , "said Antonio Conte.

As a replacement for Tevez , a player who bought the winning goal Juventus vs Parma, Conte has prepared three options namely Sebastian Giovinco , Pablo Osvaldo , Fabio Quagliarella and to accompany Fernando Llorente up front.

Estimated lineups Napoli vs Juventus :

Napoli ( 4-2-3-1 ): 25. Pepe Reina ; 4. Henrique, 21. Federico Fernandez, 33. Raul Albiol, 31. Faouzi Ghoulam; 88.Gokhan Inler, 8. Jorginho; 17. Marek Hamsik, 7 .Jose Callejon, 24. Lorenzo Insigne ; 9. Gonzalo Higuain.
Coach: Rafael Benitez

Juventus ( 3-5-2 ): 1. Gianluigi Buffon; 4. Martin Caceres, 19. Leonardo Bonucci, 3. Giorgio Chiellini; 26. Stephan Lichtsteiner, 22. Kwadwo Asamoah, 21. Andrea Pirlo, 6. Paul Pogba, 23. Arturo Vidal; 12. Sebastian Giovinco, 14 .Fernando Llorente.
Coach: Antonio Conte

Head to head Napoli vs Juventus :

November 10, 2013: Juventus 3-0 Napoli
March 1, 2013: Napoli 1-1 Juventus
October 20, 2012: Juventus 2-0 Napoli
August 11, 2012: Juventus 4-2 Napoli
May 20, 2012: Juventus 0-2 Napoli

Prediction: Napoli 1-1 Juventus

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Schedules match between Espanyol vs Barcelona in the Spanish League continued Jornada 31 will be held at the Cornella El - Prat Stadium on Saturday, March 29, 2014 . Catalan derby will be a vital match for Barcelona to continue to stare at the top of the Spanish League . Meanwhile , Espanyol benefited by the injury of Victor Valdes . Barcelona is not going to be strengthened by the main goalkeeper until the end of the season , but Tata Martino did not want to use this as an excuse . Barcelona won four consecutive games and scored 16 goals , must still win under any circumstances including the Derby against rival Barcelona this time .

There is a chance for Lionel Messi and friends . to reach the top of the table this weekend . Because the possibility of tripping over Atletico Madrid during a visit to the headquarters of Athletic Bilbao , Espanyol but only lost once in the last five games should still watch out .

In the first round , they successfully made Barcelona a 1-0 win only with difficulty . Javier Aguirre's team is the most hated opponent typical Barcelona because it has a high discipline for 90 minutes . Do not forget the 2011-2012 season , a draw at Cornella El - Prat makes Barcelona lost the title.

Espanyol also had weaknesses . Front row they 're not sharp . The club's top scorers Sergio Garcia scored only 1 goal in the last six . Contrast with Barcelona that has Lionel Messi, the man who packed 8 goals in his last five games . Neymar not to mention the rise , as well as Alexis Sanchez and Pedro Rodriguez were equally good . On paper , Barcelona will be able to win , but the Spanish league this season , is full of mystery .

Head to Head Espanyol vs Barcelona :

08/01/2012 Espanyol vs Barcelona 1-1
05/05/2012 Barcelona vs Espanyol 4-0
06/01/2013 Barcelona vs Espanyol 4-0
26/05/2013 Espanyol vs Barcelona 0-2
02/11/2013 Barcelona vs Espanyol 1-0

Estimated Lineups Espanyol vs Barcelona :

Espanyol ( 4-4-2 ) : 13 - Casilla ; 16 - Javi López , 6 - Sidnei , 15 - Moreno , 18 - Fuentes ; 14 - David López , Víctor Sánchez - 4 , 8 - Stuani ; 10 - Pizzi ; 9 - Sergio García , 24 - Jhon Cordoba

Barcelona ( 4-3-3 ) : 13 - Pinto ; 22 - Daniel Alves , 15 - Bartra , 3 - Piqué , 18 - Alba ; 4 - Cesc , 16 - Busquets , 8 - Iniesta ; 7 - Pedro , 10 - Messi 11 - Neymar
Espanyol vs Barcelona Prediction : 40 - 60

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Schedule Spanish League match between Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano on Saturday, March 29, 2014 will be held at the Santiago Bernabeu . After losing to Barcelona and Sevilla , there is no other way for Cristiano Ronaldo and his friends , but to win every game , to keep the odds in the Spanish league . Real Madrid are beginning standings , now even in the third and within three points of Atletico madrid . Obviously a big drop for the club that has the BBC ; trio touted the best universal . Now the challenge for Carlo Ancelotti's improvement comes from Rayo unbeaten in the last five games .

Even coach Paco Jemez successful initially making their status in the relegation zone , are now in the middle of the board . Sharpness Alberto Bueno and Joaquin Larrivey will be a weapon against Diego Lopez goalkeeper Los Blancos are being highlighted because of its quality begins to decline .

Real Madrid will again reinforced Sergio Ramos and Angel Di Maria , also in need of a victory . Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale , the two men most responsible for two successive defeats Los Blancos , was also ready to pay for sin . If any one of them fizzled , Carlo Ancelotti could use the services of Isco which has been more often sit on the bench .

Important note for Madrid , Rayo easy to beat when playing at the Santiago Bernabeu . Conceded 11 goals in three away games is a testament to the weakness of the visitors . Unless there is a miracle , it looks like the trio of BBC can shine at Derby Madrid this time .

Head to Head Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano :

September,24 2011 Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano 6-2
February, 26 2012 Rayo Vallecano vs Real Madrid 0-1
September, 24 2012 Rayo Vallecano vs Real Madrid 0-2
February, 17 2013 Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano 2-0
November, 03 2013 Rayo Vallecano vs Real Madrid 2-3

Estimated Lineup Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano:

Real Madrid ( 4-3-3 ) : 25 - Diego López ; 15 - Carvajal , 3 - Pepe , 4 - Sergio Ramos , 12 - Marcelo ; 19 - Modric , 14 - Xabi Alonso , 22 - Di María ; 11 - Bale , 9 - Benzema , 7 - Cristiano Ronaldo

Rayo Vallecano ( 4-2-3-1 ) :13 - Rubén ; 21 - Arbilla , 18 - Zé Castro , 5 - Galvez , 15 - Rat ; 10 - Trashorras , 22 - Saúl ; 16 - Rochina , 23 - Bueno , 24 - Iago ; 20 - Larrivey
Prediction Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano : 4-1

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The match between Borussia Dortmund vs Zenit in match Champions League will be held at the Signal Iduna Park on Wednesday, March 19, 2014 . BVB were lost Marco Reus ready to follow the footsteps of Bayern Munich who have qualified for the quarter-finals of the Champions League . With a 4-2 aggregate advantage if a reasonable prediction of the Champions League Borussia Dortmund vs Zenit lead to a host . The second leg of the Champions League round of 16 is actually a distinct advantage for Borussia Dortmund . They still qualify even if it is not lost by a margin of three goals . Witnessing Zenit won 3-5 in crisis and superior aggressiveness away goal was also not possible .

Coach Juergen Klopp understand this . He claimed , " We will play like the second half in a game . Dortmund is in a good position , and will not be many changes , but simply trying to maintain the aggregate ( do not attempt to win ) also is stupid . So , we still fight like in a normal game . "

Dortmund still lost Sven Bender and Marco Reus because of injury . While the camp while the visitors were coached by Sergei Semak , also can not display Andrei Arshavin and Cristian Ansaldi for the same reason . Bush itself as already given up . He said , " Of course we do not have many opportunities . Zenit will fight with one of the best teams in Europe , even the world . More important for us to show the best game . "

With Zenit misfortune experienced lately , Dortmund has a great opportunity to achieve victory in a match that ' is no longer decisive ' . Juergen Klopp stay option , lowering the main team , or as their last match in Bundesliga : rely on the rotation of players and then lose it .

Estimated Lineup Borussia Dortmund vs Zenit:

Borussia Dortmund ( 4-2-3-1 ) : 1 - Weidenfeller ; 26 - Piszczek , Hummels - 15 , 25 - Papastathopoulos , 29 - Schmelzer ; 5 - Kehl , 18 - Sahin ; 11 - Marco Reus , 10 - Mkhitaryan , 19 - Grosskreutz ; 9 - Lewandowski.

Zenit ( 4-2-3-1 ) : 1 - Lodigin ; 22 - Anyukov , 13 - Luís Neto , 6 - Lombaerts , 19 - Smolnikov ; 28 - Witsel , 20 - Fayzulin ; 7 - Hulk , 18 - Zyryanov , 10 - Danny ; 9 - Rondón

Prediction : 60-40

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London - Petr Cech became the second goalie in ' Club 100 ' Champions League . Goalkeeper Chelsea and the Czech Republic was undergoing 100th match while helping Chelsea beat Galatasaray 2-0 .

100th match in the Champions League Cech Cech barely passed without significant obstacles . With a dominant Chelsea against Galatasaray at Stamford Bridge , Tuesday, March 19, 2014 , goalkeeper Cech recorded only a threat to the whole 90 minutes of the game . The game ended with the score 2-0 and Chelsea ticket can qualify for the quarterfinals .

Cech became the 19th player who has 100 matches in the Champions League . He became the second goalie to notch after Oliver Kahn , and became the second player this season who managed to collect 100 match after Zlatan Ibrahimovic .

31 -year -old , Cech made ​​his debut in the Champions League on 18 September 2001 when he strengthened Sparta team Prahabermain draw with Bayern Munich . Of the 100 matches in the Champions League largely passed Cech at Chelsea , who began her strengthened since 2004 . He recorded twice in the final . The first in 2008 but lost to Manchester United , and the second in 2012, when he became champion after winning a penalty for Bayern Munich .

The following list players of Records 100 Matches in the Champions League

142 Raúl González ( Real Madrid CF , FC Schalke 04 )
139 Ryan Giggs ( Manchester United FC )
139 Hernández Xavi ( FC Barcelona )
134 Iker Casillas ( Real Madrid CF )
125 Clarence Seedorf ( AFC Ajax , Real Madrid CF , AC Milan )
124 Paul Scholes ( Manchester United FC )
120 Roberto Carlos ( Real Madrid CF , Fenerbahçe SK )
115 Carles Puyol ( FC Barcelona )
112 Thierry Henry ( AS Monaco FC , ​​Arsenal FC , ​​FC Barcelona )
109 Paolo Maldini ( AC Milan )
109 Gary Neville ( Manchester United FC )
107 David Beckham ( Manchester United FC , ​​Real Madrid CF , AC Milan , Paris Saint - Germain )
106 Victor Valdes ( FC Barcelona )
103 Oliver Kahn ( FC Bayern München )
103 Luís Figo ( FC Barcelona , Real Madrid CF , FC Internazionale Milano )
103 Ashley Cole ( Arsenal FC , ​​Chelsea FC )
102 Zlatan Ibrahimovic ( AFC Ajax , Juventus , FC Internazionale Milano , FC Barcelona , AC Milan , Paris Saint - Germain )
100 Andriy Shevchenko ( FC Dynamo Kyiv , AC Milan , Chelsea FC )
100 Petr Čech ( AC Sparta Praha , Chelsea FC )

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London - Didier Drogba get a warm welcome on his return to Stamford Bridge as opposed to Chelsea . Chelsea goalkeeper Petr Cech judge that it is indeed worth obtained by Drogba . After the first leg round of 16 Champions League between Chelsea against Galatasaray at the Turk Telekom which lasted Arena , February 26 , Jose Mourinho claimed that Drogba will be assigned the unforgettable speech when melakoni in London . Speech Mourinho was proven in the match Chelsea  against Galatasaray , last night , which is ending with the final score 2-0 . With that result , the Blues had the right to reach the last eight since winning 3-1 aggregated .

One large banner bearing the faces Drogba with the words ' Always in our hearts ' , and signs reading ' Return of the King ' into the warm welcome given by the proponents of ' The Blue' for players player that ever grazed eight seasons in London and donated 12 trophy .

Problem speech was obtained by Drogba , Cech also mentioned that it was deserved. He got what he got very decent , very brilliant supporters for him , because he's also brilliant for us , " Cech said on the official UEFA website .

Problem welcome for Drogba , Chelsea captain John Terry also like to comment . He also gives his impression dealing with 36 -year-old striker as opposed to . " It really is very odd - even when the first leg , he was very strong , " Terry said on Sky Sports .

" He is still a big threat in the game and is still a top , top player , and I thought it was extraordinary for him to get a decent reception from the Chelsea fans tonight . "

" Drogba had a visit to the locker room and say ' hello ' to everyone , it was like old friends were back together tonight , but this is a good win , no happy faces and now we focus on the weekend's games .

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Premier League heats up after the outcome of the match at Old Trafford Stadium between Manchester United vs Liverpool ended with a score of 0-3, Sunday (16/03/2014). Liverpool's three goals from two of them scored by Steven Gerrard, while the remainder by Luis Suarez. Despite playing at home against Liverpool look more dangerous when it attacks. The third minute, a collaboration of Sturridge and Henderson almost breaking goal early United. The next opportunity also come from Sturridge and the results are still the same.

Entering the 30th minute, Liverpool also had another good chance when Allen kick in front of the penalty box can still be secured United's De Gea. Created a new goal in the 34th minute after dropping Rafael Suarez in the United penalty box. The referee gave Liverpool a penalty kick by Steven Gerrard completed.

United began to reply. 45 minutes, there was a moment where United should have equalized. Januzaj of bait, hard kick Rooney could be pushed over by Mignolet. The ball back to Rooney again but this time Skrtel clears the area.

Second half underway, Liverpool had another penalty after Allen was dropped in the United penalty box. Once again Steven Gerrard successfully carry out their duties. a score of 0-2.

55 minutes, United turn to ask the referee awarded a penalty when Rooney was dropped Skrtel in the box, but the referee did not heed the request of United players. Instead Liverpool who got his third penalty on 79 minutes. Not only sentenced to a penalty, MU lose Vidic should also sent off due to breaches in the Sturridge in the penalty box MU, but unfortunately this time Gerrard failed to score. Liverpool's third goal on 84 minutes newborn.
Manchester United 0-3 Liverpool (Gerrard pen 34'-, 46'-pen, Suarez 84 ').

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