Manchester United v Manchester City

Old Trafford

Ibrahimovic 42                           (1-2)          De Bruyne 15

                                                   Iheanacho 36

Saturday  10^th September

Manchester City pulled out a great win by  beating their arch rivals with a 2-1 win at Old Trafford on Saturday that puts them 3 points clear of Manchester United at the top of the Premiership table.

Kevin de Bruyne gave Manchester City the lead with a great goal making the United keeper David de Gea move the wrong way within the first 15 minutes.  Pep Guardiola was happy coming into the game as Man City had a 100% start to the season, he was even happier when City went 2-0 up with 9 minutes remaining before the first half ended. Iheanacho put the second goal in by replacing the suspended Sergio Aguero for the game.

 

Kevin de Bruyne bagged his first goal of the season against arch rivals Manchester United

Man United were given a free kick just before half time, captain Wayne Rooney stepped up to take it, he aimed for goal his weak effort was punched away by the keeper who only managed to place it at Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s feet who slotted the ball home from 18 yards on the half-volley. Man United were quickly back on the attack in the second half.

 

Marcus Rashford made a big impact in the second half with some good dribbles and an assist for Ibrahimovich who smacked it straight over the bar. With 20 minutes remaining Rashford took a touch off Ibrahimovic and took on City keeper Claudio Bravo but it led to nothing as he was judged to be offside. After that the performance started to fall from both sides as Fernandinho’s header from de Bruyne’s corner was saved by de Gea.

 

Leroy Sane got the ball from de Bruyne who knocked into the path of the Belgian player who missed narrowly hitting the post and watching the ball roll across the line. David Silva then curled the ball just inches over the bar leading to a goal kick. With de Bruyne’s effort in the game and his great goal he was comfortably the man of the match against their rivals. Manchester City’s win put them at the top of the league by 2 points ahead of Chelsea with a game in hand.

 

 

by Claire Cummings

Rangers Post Old Firm - How Will They Fare for the Rest of the Season?

Mark Warburton’s Rangers went to Celtic Park on Saturday and were heavily beaten 5-1, it was Celtic’s biggest Old Firm win since winning 6-2 in 2000. Further humiliation came from a Moussa Dembele perfect hatrick – right foot, left foot, header - Rangers new signing Philippe Senderos being sent off after a horrendous performance was capped by a bizarre handball and even assistant manger Davie Weir being sent off from the dugout.  Celtic fans celebrated jubilantly while Rangers couldn’t hear the final whistle soon enough. This result leaves Rangers 4 points behind Celtic having played a game more after a generous first 5 fixtures. Rangers have a problem.

 

Does Warburton know who his strongest 11 is yet?

 

Mark Warburton said in his post-match media conference that he does not believe there is a gulf in class between Rangers and Celtic, which many people criticised him for. I personally do not buy into the ‘huge gulf between them’ claim when we are only 5 games into the season and with over 30 games still to be played. Mark Warburton now has serious questions to answer – will he turn this situation round, after only winning 2 matches in the league since winning the Championship title in April. Does Warburton know who his best 11 players are?  It’s is a big question, personally I’m not convinced Barton and Krancjar can play in the same team as they slow down the previous attacking tempo in the midfield from last season. It will be interesting to see the starting line-up picked by Warburton before Saturday’s match against Ross County at Ibrox, now a must win game in my opinion, before a difficult clash with Queen Of The South in the League Cup and, most important of all, a trip to Pittodrie to face Aberdeen. This is the first time Mark Warburton has had to face any real pressure since taking charge last summer. He doesn’t appear to be upset by claims of how far behind they are and unsure about multiple things.

Rob Kiernan should be 'dropped immediately'

I am very confident of Rangers securing 2^nd spot in the premiership this season. They are a good side, despite what many are saying, and play good attacking football and are a match for anyone on their day. They are unfortunately still trying to find their feet at a higher level and it’s time for the manger to accept that the defence is not good enough and hopefully despite his disaster debut Philippe Senderos will come good in the end and Rob Kiernan will be dropped immediately.

I boldly predict a 3-0 victory for Rangers against Ross County as I think Warburton and Davie Weir will drive the players to results in coming weeks. I could easily see Rangers going on to taking maximum points in most of their next matches. However Rangers have not lost like this before, at least since tumbling down the leagues, so it will be interesting to see what lies ahead and how they respond to this. Rangers have to put faith in their young vibrant players such as Josh Windass, Andy Halliday, Jason Holt, etc. to get back to their previous attacking flair. I do think Kenny Miler still has a lot of goals in him and Joe Garner is an exciting prospect, the man who scored against Celtic and will give Rangers some aerial threat for the first time in years. It shouldn’t be all doom and gloom despite Rangers fans feeling hurt after a thrashing at Celtic Park. You can’t sit and feel sorry for yourself after an Old Firm loss, Rangers must get back to winning and end this woeful form and who knows maybe even go on and challenge for the title.



by Luke Randall
 

Claire Cumming's Sport Profile

My favourite player is Eden Hazard because he has got good speed and has some great skills. Eden Hazard is a great football player because his passes are on point and he has a powerful strike.

'On point' passes and a powerful strike, Hazard is the complete player

I started to play football when I was 9 years old. Ever since then I have had a very strong passion for football and I hope to carry that through my life. I play for Stenhousemuir girls U15s Larbert high school of football and school girls’ team. My favourite goal I have scored when I was playing Celtic, I scored a goal from about the edge of the centre circle.

My favourite goal from Eden hazard was when he was playing Liverpool. He managed to take on five of Liverpool’s players and curved the ball from outside of the box to the bottom right corner. Another great moment was when Chelsea were playing West Ham and Eden got past four players provided Ivanovic with the perfect assist.

Hazard had a poor season last season but looks back at his brilliant best this season

Chelsea may have ended up ninth place in the 2015-2016 Barclays Premier League but the year before that they won the league. When they won the league because José Mourhino was a great manager and the team had a lot of dedication and commitment to the cause.

 

I like playing football because it is a great sport and is good fun. When I am not training I like to go out and play football with my friends. We like to play matches and different games and it is fun and I get to play it with my friends when I play a match with my team I will always work to my full ability and work hard.

I am studying Sports Journalism because I love sport, especially football, and want to write about and talk about football in school.

 

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Claire Cummings

 

 

 

Caden Bell's Sporting Profile

My name is Caden I play with Syngenta 03’s my position is goalkeeper. I’m a very big football fan my favourite football teams are Celtic & Man City and my favourite game I’ve been to so far was the title party against Motherwell where Celtic won 7-0, history was made that day when Jack Aitchison became the youngest goal scorer for Celtic.

 

Jack Aitchison makes history becoming Celtic's youngest ever scorer

 

http://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=celtic+vs+motherwell+7-0&adlt=strict&view=detail&mid=4D0C8723131B1A6205054D0C8723131B1A620505&FORM=VRDGAR

My favourite player is Paul Pogba the reason why he is my favourite is because he is one of the best in the world, he has the skill, the shooting ability and everything you look for in a player. I loved watching him play when he was in the champions league final and I really want Juventus to win. Here is my favourite Paul Pogba goal scored!

 

Paul Pogba's so goos he can stop to smell his armpits during games

 

http://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=pogba+screamer&adlt=strict&view=detail&mid=E29509E43549568EDC48E29509E43549568EDC48&rvsmid=E29509E43549568EDC48E29509E43549568EDC48&fsscr=0&FORM=VDMCNL     

My other favourite football player is Sergio Aguero. Aguero has been amazing ever since he joined Man City he has been amazing scoring goals and basically doing whatever he wants, he is an inspirational player here is my favuorite Aguero moment, what a way to win the league!

 

http://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=agueros+last+minute+winner&adlt=strict&view=detail&mid=306F24162E50742A83B2306F24162E50742A83B2&rvsmid=306F24162E50742A83B2306F24162E50742A83B2&fsscr=0&FORM=VDFSRV

I am studying Sports Journalism so I can keep up to date with all the football news and write about the teams I support.

 

 

 

by Caden Bell

S2 Sports Journalism 'Team of the Year'

 

Mark McGuire - Premier League Team of the Year


Mark McGuire talks us through his Premiership Team of the Year

De Gea- GK - De Gea is a very important player for Man Utd he is very passionate and shows his emotion on the pitch. De Gea has saved (no pun intended) Man Utd this season, without him they would be 7th or 8th.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bellerin-Rb- I picked Bellerin because he is young very fast and great in defence. He also helped Arsenal in the race for the Champions league spots. He can get down the wing and cross the ball very well

 

 

 

 

Rose-lb- Rose used to get a lot of stick from the Spurs fans but he has improved a lot and has been great in defence this season and can be one of the best in the future.

 

 

 

 

 

Alderweireld-cb- has been rock solid for spurs helping them have the best defence in the premiership this season and the best goal difference. He can make very good tackles and doesn’t give away fouls a lot.  I think he can help spurs win the league next season.
 

 

 

 

Morgan-cb- the captain of title winning Leicester has been great in defence this season and has scored very crucial goals on the way to the title.

 

 

 

Kante-cdm- Kante has just about intercepted everything this season he has set up chance after chance for Vardy and Mahrez and is rock solid in defence

 

 

Dembele-cdm- Dembele is a rock in the midfield for spurs having a 92% dribble completion rate and he is great defensively and if Spurs keep him he can be one of the best midfielders in the Premiership

 

 

 

 

 

 Mahrez-rm- Mahrez has been magic this season scoring 17 goals and getting 11 assists and helped Leicester to the title

 

  

Payet-lm- Payet helped West Ham to a European spot and scored wonderful free kicks on the way.

 

 

Alli-cm- Dele Alli is 20 years old and has been quality, having 10 goals and 9 assists throughout the season including a wonder goal vs Crystal Palace.

 



 

Kane-st- at the start of the season everyone called him a one season wonder but he ended up as the winner of the golden boot with 25 goals

 

Calum Grant -Team of the Year


Calum opted for a slightly different team going from player from accross a variety of leagues in England and Scotland most of whom are from his favourite teams Stirling Albion and Dunfermline

GK- Chris Smith- He is in the Scottish league 2 team of the year because he has kept Stirling in contention this season. He has played some great games like v Inverness. He could probably should have conceded 2 or 3 goals that day but kept a clean sheet. Chirs Smith played at Dunfermline before he came to Stirling Albion.

 

LB –Ben Richards - He has been one of the best defender in Scotland I think. He has linked up well with Cardle. He has worked very hard on his game this season. He is a strong player on the ball and a very quick runner. He played for England U17, 19s.

 

RB- Hector Bellerin- He has played very well for Arsenal helping them claim second place. He is very fast and he works very hard on his game. He is a big player for Spain.

 

 

CB – Wes Morgan- he has played outstanding this season with Leicester and he has been one of the best  defenders in the world this year. He is very handy at corners too.

 

 

 

Maherz-CM – He was Leicester’s best player this season I think. He will be a great player for Algeria and a superstar for years to come

 

 

 

 

 

Kante- cm- he has been unstoppable for Leicester in the midfield. He has linked up well with vardy and morgan at the back.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Joe Cardle-LM- he is a great player for Dunfermline this season. He links up well with Fassiel el Bakhouti and Ben Richards. He played for Ross county and Raith Rovers before playing for Dunfermline.

 

 

 

 

 

Smith- RM- He has been absolutley great for Stirling Albion. He has linked up well with Steven Doris.

 

 

 

 

Doris-ST- He has scored lots and lots of goals for Stirling Albion. He has moved to Arboath now and will do great there.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Vardy-ST- He has scored tonnes of goals for Leicester and will be a big player for England too.

 

EL Bakhouti-ST - He has scored 30 goals for Dunfermline and he is a massively under-rated player in my opinion. I think he should stay on at Dunfermline because Dunfermline could get double promotion if he stays for another season.

 

Larbert High 7 - 0 Alloa

Ochilview Stadium Stenhousemuir 30/03/2016

It was a goal fest at Ochilview in the Forth Valley U-15 Cup Final with a 7-0 victory for Larbert High. Larbert dominated the game throughout especially in the second half where they scored 6 of their 7 goals. 

The teams get ready to recieve their medals

Early on in the first half Jack Donaldson’s whipped corner was too much for the Alloa keeper to handle and Keiran Mckinnon headed in for the first goal. Moments later another corner for Larbert resulted in a good chance that was headed over the bar by Owen Lake.  At half time it was 1-0 to Larbert but thanks to chances they created it could easily have been 2-0 or 3-0. 

 

In the second half Alloa were falling apart and started very poorly. Early after the re-start the second goal came for Connor Gamble.  Jack Donaldson delivered a perfect free kick to the back post leading to an easy tap in from Connor Gamble. 

 

It was 3-0 soon after with James Maxwell scoring.  A miss judgement from the Alloa goalkeeper led to a header to make the score 3-0 to Larbert.  James bagged a brace that his performance certainly deserved.

Larbert were starting to crush Alloa who’s heads were obviously down.  Keiran McKinnon got his second goal after the Alloa keeper saved he followed it in to make the score 4-0 to Larbert. Connor Gamble claimed his brace to make the score 5-0.  A great cross yet again from Jack Donaldson led to another goal from Connor tapping it and making the score even more convincing.

James eventually got his hat trick. A lovely bit of skill from the left winger helped him beat his defender and slot the ball into the bottom corner making the score 6-0 Larbert.  A double substitution followed soon after with Larbert replacing James Maxwell with Jamie Forrester and Keiran going off for Dominic King-Harris. 

 

The U-15 team ran out comfortable winners in the cup final

Larbert pushed for another goal which came after another great attack from Larbert. At first the Alloa goalkeeper, who was Alloa’s best player, tipped an amazing shot onto the bar however James wrapped it up in style shorty after slotting the ball into the corner and making the score 7-0 to Larbert.

Full time at Ochilview and the final score was Larbert 7- 0 Alloa.  It was an absolutely brilliant performance from Larbert who lifted the trophy in style. 

Alloa weren’t as poor as the scoreline suggests but were undoubtedly outclassed by a top Larbert U-15 side.  The two teams collected their medals at full time with captain David Fowler leading the Larbert celebrations.

 

by

Innes O'Donnell

 

Mahrez, Rangers, and the Champions League - we get our journalists' opinions

Ryiad Mahrez this week won the PFA player of the year was he a deserving winner..??? If not who in your opinion should have won the award..???


Mark thinks Mahrez is a worthy winner

 

Mark McGuire S2 - Ryiad Mahrez


I think Mahrez did deserve the pfa player of the year because he has been crucial to Leicester’s season and their title challenge. Last season he scored 4 goals with 1 assist, this season however he has had 17 goals and 11 assists in the premier league. He has developed a great partnership with Jamie Vardy and can produce moments of magic whenever he wants. When Mahrez plays well, Leicester play well. Kante and Vardy have also been pivotal to his season, without Kante Mahrez would not have got the chances he needs to score and without Vardy he certainly would not have as many assists as he has.  Without Mahrez’s magic however I think Leicester would have finished 8^th or lower. At home he has got 5 goals and 7 assists and away he has got 12 goals and 4 assists.

 

Nathan Cowan S3 - Ryiad Mahrez

In my opinion Mahrez was one of the best players of the season and has had a big influence on how well Leicester has done this season.  Mahrez has scored 17 goals and made 11 assists in 34 league games taking them to the top of the league and only one more win away from securing the league title. He also had a massive effect on how well Jamie Vardy has been playing this year and had a big part in him breaking the record of scoring in 12 games in a row. Their partnership this season has effectively won Leicester the title. Only a few players could come close to him this season for example Ozil for Arsenal by creating most of Arsenal’s goals or being involved in the majority of the play and chances they create. Payet has been great for West Ham with some of the free kicks he’s scored this season has been unbelievable and his passing and long balls chances for his teammates. Kante for Leicester in midfield has been fantastic he has been one of the most consistent players this season, his decision making on and off the ball has been unbelievable and the distance he covers in every game is more than any other player this season.

 

Calum Grant S2 - Ryiad Mahrez

I agree that Mahrez deserves to have won the award because he has played great all season, has scored 17 goals this season and made 11 assists. He is the one that changed Leicester’s season, if Leicester didn’t have Mahrez they would have finished about 9^th I think. If Mahrez plays well, Leicester play well and they always win. He links well with Vardy and they have a good connection together. I think if both players stay at Leicester, Leicester can win the league again next season.

 

Andrew Gilchrist S2 - Ryiad Mahrez

 

I think he deserved it because he has easily been the best overall player this season. He’s made Leicester a better team, he’s good at defending and he’s scored 17 goals with 11 assists. Mharez is one of the premier league’s best players and when Mharez is on form Leicester are on form. He is a huge confidence boost for the squad, the players around him trust him to create chances to supply goals and to get in one-on-one situations with the goalkeeper

 

Steven Fray S3 - Ryiad Mahrez

I agree with the decision as Mahrez is phenomenal and gives you goose bumps just watching him. I believe there should be more defensive players nominated for the award, there is arguments about surely the award should be given to the player who has banged in the most goals as goals win games but on the other hand if you’re the player who stops the player from scoring, you deserve the most credit and you’re the hero who won the game

Connor McCallum S3 - Ryiad Mahrez

In my opinion Mahrez was a very consistent player for Leicester this season, he scored goals, switched play and also worked extremely hard all over the pitch. His influence on Leicester has been outstanding and is deservedly the player of the year in my opinion. Others could have won it such as Payet from West Ham United and Ozil from Arsenal, but in the end the wonder player for Leicester deserved the prize for this season. If Mahrez wasn’t playing for Leicester this season who knows where they would have ended up in the league, he has contributed to 27 goals this season for Leicester and has effectively secured the title for them this season

 

Max Delrio S2 - Ryiad Mahrez

I think that Mahrez deserved to win the PFA player of the year due to the simple fact his current performances have been outstanding, constantly creating chances, assisting and scoring goals. He showed a great deal of skills when playing against great teams such as Manchester City, Tottenham, Chelsea and Arsenal. Mahrez is a pivotal player for Leicester city as when he plays well he and puts on a great performance the team play well. With 17 goals and 11 assists, this season I think he has given confidence to players like Vardy and Kante alongside him they trust him to be able to play the correct ball at the correct time.

 

Jay Lusted S3 - Ryiad Mahrez

It’s not just the numbers that add up for Mahrez I think of the really decisive moments such as the wins at Watford and Crystal Palace make him player of the year. He has been the central figure for Leicester this season. His goals and assists have been responsible for 30 of Leicester’s 72 points. Vardy, of course, would be a worthy winner and Kante has been a monster in the midfield, but Mahrez has been relentlessly brilliant. He deserves the gong.

 

 

Rangers have secured the SPFL Championship title and will be return to the Scottish Premiership after a four year absence, but can they challenge for the title..???

 

Connor McCalum S3 - No   

Connor doesn't hold out much hope for
 Rangers title chances next season

After Ranger’s being relegated to the 3^rd division and their financial meltdown in 2012 they are now, after a long hard fight, back in the premiership next season. In my opinion rangers will not win it, they will need to get used to playing at the top again against top side. They will likely finish in the top 4 next season because they do have a strong side but they won’t challenge on their first season back, Hearts, Aberdeen and Celtic will be the 3 toughest games for Rangers next season.

 

Mark McGuire S2 - No

 

I think Rangers will not challenge for the title in their first season back in the SPL because they do not have the right players to challenge. I think they will find I tough as the team will not be used to the SPL. There is an element of over-confidence with Rangers going into the new season their fans are impatient and will get annoyed if they do not challenge immediately. I think Celtic will be a key factor in the way Rangers season goes, if they don’t bring in the right manager or players Rangers might just have a chance

 

Nathan Cowan S3 - No

It depends on what happens with Celtic especially who their new manager is, who he signs and how much money he will be allowed to spend will be key. I think that Rangers will manage to have a successful season and will finish in the top 3/4 maybe finishing second because Hearts, Aberdeen and Celtic will strengthen their squads. Rangers haven’t played at this high of a level in 4 years and it will be very different from the last time they kicked a ball in the Premiership. They will give teams really close games and make the league will be more interesting for everyone to watch.

Calum Grant S2 - Yes

I think Rangers will win the league because they have a good team and if they get some money and sign well they can do it.  If Celtic don’t appoint a good manager they could finish third behind Aberdeen. I think if Rangers will need to tighten up their defence, they have a good, solid attack, and a good midfield.

 

Andrew Gilchrist S2 - No

I think Rangers wont challenge for the title because it’s the first time they have been in the league for 4 years and it’s much harder for all their younger players especially if Celtic strengthen their squad by buying some big names from some big clubs. It will change the perspective of Rangers but on the other hand Rangers are still a big successful club with a massive fan base so I predict they will finish near the top probably 3^rd  after Celtic and Aberdeen.

 

Steven Fray S3 - No

I don’t believe they will get top three but there’s a high chance they will get top six but it all depends on the form of the big sides of the league such as Celtic, Aberdeen and Hearts.

 

Max Delrio S2 - No

As a Rangers fan I don’t think they will because of the simple fact that all of our players are on loan and when these players leave the player that are left will not be capable of competing against the top teams in the league.  Rangers will come back stronger the following season when the squad is stronger.

 

Jay Lusted S3 - Yes

 

The decline in Celtic’s team in recent years has been quite staggering they really aren’t in the position they should be. On the same note Mark Warburton is doing everything right at Rangers and Rangers should do everything to ensure his future at the club is a long one. He has his side playing in the right way to mount a challenge, attacking and full of belief and if Leicester can do it Rangers certainly can. I would still make Celtic slight favourites, they didn’t get out of second gear last weekend when the 2 sides met and still managed a draw against a Rangers team who played their best. However it wouldn’t surprise me at all if Rangers do win the title. If that Rangers side were in the SPFL this season then there wouldn’t be much to split the two.

After the first round of matches in the Champions League semi-finals it is too close to call but who will make the final and who will go on and win the title.???

 

Will Pep end up facing his future employers
Man City in the Champions League final ?

Jay Lusted S3 - Bayern Munich or Man City  

My pick for the Champions League final is Bayern Munich and Manchester City. I can’t call the outcome but I feel it would be an unbelievable match and a great final as the current Bayern Manger Pep Guardiola would be facing Manchester City the team he will be managing next season.

Max Delrio S2 - Atletico Madrid

 

I think that Atletico Madrid will win the champions league as they play as a team with only a few stand out players. They work together and they press hard against the teams they play and when it comes to defending they have Godin who is a top level defender and has an unbelievable work rate. Beating Bayern 1-0 in the first leg away gives Atletico a slight advantage as they have conceded no away goals. I think that Atletico will play Real Madrid in the final and the score will be 2-1 Atletico.

 

Steven Fray S3 - Real Madrid

I would like Manchester City to win but Real Madrid are more likely as they’re in decent form at the moment and have a long history in the competition.  Yaya Toure has been dropped from the Manchester City squad and he is a key player for them who can win games single handily if needed. Once again I would like Atletico to get to the final just because they are a superb team but Bayern are probably more likely because of their form and their players.

 

Andrew Gilchrist S2 - Atletico Madrid

I think Atletico Madrid and Manchester City will be in the final even though they are both underdogs. With Atletico having a 1-0 advantage going into the second leg and without conceding an away goal they have a good chance. I think City will get a lucky 90^th minute goal to put Madrid out of the Champions League and Atletico will beat Manchester city 2-1 in the final.

 

Calum Grant S2 - Real Madrid

I think Real Madrid and Bayern Munich will be in the final because they are the best two teams left in the competition and that would be the most entertaining final with the most goals. I think Real will beat City 2-0 in the semi and that Bayern will beat Atletico as they are a lot better at home than away. Real will the go onto win the final beating Bayern 2-0.

 

Nathan Cowan S3 - Bayern or Real Madrid

I think that the final will be between Real Madrid and Bayern Munich because they will both be able to beat their opponents over two legs relatively easily. It’s hard however to tell who will win out of the two as they have both won the competition before and know what it’s like to be in the final. Zidane has managed to turn around Real Madrid since taking over at Christmas time and winning the Champions League would be really impressive for his first managerial job. On the other hand Pep Guardiola has also been in a final and knows what he needs to do to win the competition and would be a good send off to the players and the fans.

 

Mark McGuire S2 - Bayern Munich

I think Real Madrid and Bayern Munich will get to the final of the Champions League because they are two of the strongest teams in Europe and they have deadly attacks and midfields. Their keepers have been brilliant all season and have kept plenty of clean sheets. Real will batter Manchester City at home and win 3-0 and Bayern will win 2-0 against Atletico Madrid. Real have not had that good a season in the league but they have been great in the Champions League and whenever Ronaldo is playing they always have a strong chance. Bayern have just about won the Bundesliga and have destroyed teams like Arsenal and Dynamo Zagreb on their way to the semi-final. I think they will add the Champions League title as they are be too strong for Real.

 

Connor McCalum S3 - Bayern Munich

My pick for the two teams to enter the Champions League final will be Real Madrid and Bayern Munich. It is quite hard to decide what the outcome of this game will be because both are top teams and both champions. Both teams this season have had mixed fortunes and neither of the teams have stuck out more than the other this season. Bayern in my opinion will win it because Pep Guardiola has had more experience with managing teams and also managing teams in the Champions League unlike Zinedine Zidane who has never been a manager before and has only been managing Real for half a season.