Champions League: supercomputer has determined a new favorite.


"Barcelona" is the favorite to win the Champions League, according to Analyst's assessment. As reported by "Glavcom", the supercomputer estimates the chances of the Catalans to win the tournament at 23.1%.
The second place in the Champions League favorites ranking is occupied by "PSG". The chances of the Parisians winning the tournament are estimated at 19.3%.
Third place among the favorites is taken by "Arsenal". The chances of the Gunners triumphing are estimated at 15.6%.
Outside the top three is "Inter" (13.8%). Following the Italians is Madrid's "Real" (12.2%). The least chances the supercomputer gives to last season's Champions League finalist – "Borussia" (1.5%).
We remind you that the first matches of the Champions League quarter-finals will take place on April 8.
Today, the clubs of Ukrainians Andriy Lunin ("Real") and Oleksandr Zinchenko ("Arsenal") will meet. In the second match of the day, "Bavaria" and "Inter" will clash.
Champions League match schedule (April 8)
- "Arsenal" – "Real" (starting at 22:00)
- "Bavaria" – "Inter" (starting at 22:00)
Both matches will be broadcast live by the media service Megogo.
The Champions League quarter-finals will take place on April 8-9 and 15-16, the semi-finals on April 29-30 and May 6-7. The final of the tournament will be held on May 31 in Munich (Germany).
As reported, all participants of the Champions League quarter-finals have been determined.
"Lille" (France) – "Borussia" (Germany) 1:2 (on aggregate 2:3)
Goals: David (5) – Can (54), Bayer (65)
"Aston Villa" (England) – "Brugge" (Belgium) 3:0 (on aggregate 6:1)
Goals: Asensio (50, 61), Matsen (57)
"Atletico" (Spain) – "Real" (Spain) 1:0 (on aggregate 1:1), on penalties – 2:4
Goal: Gallagher (1)
"Arsenal" (England) – PSV (Netherlands) 2:2 (on aggregate 9:3)
Goals: Zinchenko (6), Rice (37) – Perisic (19), Driush (70)
We remind you that the first four participants of the Champions League quarter-finals have also been determined.
The following clubs advanced past the Round of 16: "PSG", "Bavaria", "Inter", and "Barcelona".
"Barcelona" – "Benfica" 3:1 (on aggregate 4:1)
Goals: Rafinha (11, 42), Yamal (27) – Otamendi (13)
"Barcelona" started the game more actively and already in the 11th minute Rafinha opened the scoring. "Benfica" quickly equalized – in the 13th minute Otamendi scored with a header.
In the 27th minute, Yamal scored a brilliant long-range shot. At the end of the first half, Rafinha scored again – the score became 3:1.
In the second half, "Barcelona" managed to maintain its lead and became the first quarter-finalist of the Champions League.
In the "Benfica" squad, Ukrainian goalkeeper Andriy Lunin played throughout the game. He saved his team several times but could not help them continue their fight in the tournament.
"Bayer" – "Bavaria" 0:2 (on aggregate 0:5)
Goals: Kane (52), Davis (71)
The fate of the German confrontation was decided back in the first game. In the second leg, "Bavaria" again held the advantage. Goals from Kane and Davis in the second half secured the victory for the Munich club in this match as well.
"Liverpool" – PSG 0:1 (on aggregate 1:1), on penalties – 1:4
Goal: Dembele (12)
Already in the 12th minute of the game, Dembele leveled the overall score in the confrontation. PSG, just like in the first game, held the advantage, but could not score again. Kwansa could have given "Liverpool" a ticket to the quarter-finals in the 79th minute, but his shot hit the post.
The winner of the duel was determined by a series of post-match penalties. PSG goalkeeper Donnarumma became the hero, saving two shots.
"Inter" – "Feyenoord" 2:1 (on aggregate 4:1)
Goals: Thuram (8), Calhanoglu (51) – Moder (42)
"Inter" managed to maintain its advantage and became the only Italian club to reach the Champions League quarter-finals.
Analyzing the material, we can conclude that only 8 teams remain in the fight for the Champions League title. The highest chances of winning belong to "Barcelona," which is the favorite according to Analyst's assessment. Following them are "PSG" and "Arsenal." It will also be interesting to see the game of Ukrainian players – Andriy Lunin and Oleksandr Zinchenko. Exciting football and interesting matches are expected in the quarter-finals.
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