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Soccer COVID-19

By Jesus Juarez

Wow. Now this is important, because a lot of athletes are testing positive on the coronavirus. For example, Daniele Rugani, a center-back for Juventus F.C. and a player for the Real Madrid basketball team. This is bad for the soccer community because of how many games are going to be missed because of this virus. Games like the Champions League, La Liga, and the MLS they’re all canceling games for at least one month and Champions League for 2 more weeks, most of the next games are behind closed doors because of the risk of more players getting the virus.

El Clasico - Real Madrid v Barcelona 2-0

After a really close 1st half Real Madrid Dominated versus Barcelona Scoring in minutes 71, and minute 90+2. Vinicius Jr the 18 year old helping Real Madrid succeed while Mariano scored in minute 90+2 putting the win in the bag for Real Madrid.

Joni
- Whoohooo what a game. In my opinion one of the best clasicos in a long time. Real Madrid had a point to prove. Everyone thinks that because Ronaldo left that Real Madrid wont be good anymore. As a Real Madrid fan I am proud of how we delivered and think Marcelo should start over Mendy.
Jesus
- Damn. Wow this was a bad game for Barcelona man. Real Madrid fresh off of that Manchester City loss looked like inspired them to be more hungry than ever against their rivals. Barcelona had a really slow game not how we usually play no good ball movement no possession no shots on target, Messi didn’t perform how he usually does. I feel like Real Madrid just wanted to win more than Barcelona.
Nery: I wanted Barcelona to win because Madrid got rid of Ronaldo
Abraham: Barcelona because they’re better than Madrid
Luka: Barcelona because no one likes Madrid
Matt: Real Madrid because I have a jersey

UEFA Results

By: Jesus Juarez and Joni Melgar

Atletico Madrid vs Liverpool - 1-0

Jesus
- Wow this was a shocking result I did not expect this at ALL.
Joni
- I’m not extremely shocked. Just a little.; Athletico was playing at home and has one of the best managers. I think Liverpool will still advance at their home in Liverpool.

Real Madrid VS Manchester City - 1-2

Jesus: I told you Joni. I told you.
Joni: I am extremely mad and sad about this specific one since I am a Real Madrid fan. We were pretty even most of the game we went up 1-0 and then our defence made so many mistakes. Carvajal blew this game for us. I want to thank Sergio Ramos for saving us from losing 3-1 but got a red card.I will be praying for Madrid. HALA MADRID.

Napoli vs Barcelona - 1-1

Jesus: Wow :( This was disappointing how did one of the best teams in the world tie to Napoli
Joni: Barcelona is still gonna win napoli was home and only tied. I don’t think this is disappointing. Barcelona still has to play in their own stadium Camp Nou which is gonna be packed. As much as I hate Barcelona they are going to win.

PSG VS Borussia Dortmund - 1-2

Jesus
- I really thought PSG would win because they have an outstanding offense as in Neymar, Mbappe and Di Maria but Dortmund had the 19 year old wonderboy Erling Braut Haland that scored 2 goals in 8 minutes to put them ahead and win the game.
Joni
- This has been a trend every year for PSG. Everyone expects them to do good and they end up disappointing in the champions league. I think PSG might still advance. But If they don't i’m sorry PSG Fans it's not your fault. It's the fact that Neymar has no leadership.

Atlanta vs Valencia - 4-1

Jesus

This was one of the most shocking results out of all of the games. I don’t really watch these teams but I thought Valencia is a decent team so them losing like this is crazy.

Joni

I said that this could go any way. I think Atlanta might have this in the bag. But the 2nd leg could be interesting.

Tottenham VS RB Leipzig - 0-1

Jesus
- I didn’t see this coming but I expect it, because of how good Tottenham did last year. But Timo Werner pulled through and won them the game in the 58th minute with a penalty.
Joni
- This is Jose Mourinho's fault. He plays too defensive and now that your down 1-0 going into the second leg that's not gonna

get you to the next round. Mourinho has to trust all of his forwards, not just Son Heung-min.

Chelsea vs Bayern - 0-3

Jesus: I saw this coming but wow I thought the score would be closer
Joni: I Knew this would happened. Chelsea is in big trouble going into the 2nd leg so they have this in the bag. Munich wins.

Lyon VS Juventus - 1-0

Jesus: Wow I didn’t not expect this at all.
Joni: I have no words for this one. I think Juventus just played terribly. I think they are still gonna win.

Champions League predictions

There are 16 teams left in The Champions League - here are myself and Joni’s predictions.

By: Jesus Juarez

Liverpool v Atletico Madrid
- Jesus: I think Liverpool would pass into the next round because of how good they’re doing in their own league(EPL). They are also the current champions of the Champions league. I want Atletico Madrid to win but I'm sure Liverpool are going to take the dub.
- Joni: I think Liverpool is going to take the easy win with Diego Costa injured. I don't think Joao Felix can go up against Van Dijk and Liverpool's defense. But honestly I think this will be a very good match.

Real Madrid v Manchester City
- Jesus: This is a challenging one because one of my favorite teams is Manchester City, but this is a super close game. I feel like both of their defenses are good - but Madrid has an edge, Madrid's midfield is way better than Manchester's. In offence in my opinion Manchester has an edge because they have more speed that Madrid can’t control with their slow defenders. Overall, I think Manchester City is going to advance into the next round.
- Joni: Okay, this one is tough, being Real Madrid is my favorite team. Without being biased I think Real Madrid vs Man. City is going to be a great match. I think Madrid's defense will be able to stop the overpowered offense by Man. City. Madrid takes it, but barely.

Barcelona v Napoli
- Jesus: Barcelona is going to take it. I feel like they might have got the easiest team to go against.
- Joni: As much as I hate Barcelona, they are going to win this game easily. Napoli is not going to be able to stop messiand ter stegen and truly - in my opinion - one of the best keepers in professional soccer.

PSG(Paris Saint Germain) v Borussia Dortmund
- Jesus: PSG is taking it. Yes, Dortmund have 2 good players (Jadon Sancho and Marco Reus) but it’s only 2 players not a whole team so I got PSG on this one.
- Joni: I think this will be a very good match but PSG has the advantage Mbappe and Neymar are way too good and fast for Dortmund's defense but if Neymar or Mbappe where to get injured Dortmund would win but right now PSG TAKES IT.

Atlanta v Valencia
- Jesus: I don’t really know about this one but I have Valencia for this round.
- Joni: I think this match can go either way if I'm being completely honest. I think Atalanata plays very well, but I think in this match Valencia will win and advance to the next round.

Tottenham v RB Leipzig
- Jesus: This is also an easy one I got Tottenham on this one.
- Joni: I disagree with Jesus. This is not an easy choice at all. Tottenham has not had the same crazy season as last year. They have struggled - especially in the EPL. Kane has not played the same as he used to. Although I do think Tottenham will win it, but I don't think it's an easy choice.

Chelsea v Bayern Munich
- Jesus: This is a close one in terms of teams but Bayern is on fire so I have Bayern winning this one.
- Joni: Bayern i think has the better overall squad, but like with psg if Lewandowski where to get injured Bayern would be in big trouble... like BIG TROUBLE. Neuer hasn't been the same for Bayern either. For Chelsea I don't know what to say. I think Pulisic and Giroud are good but not good enough to take the win. Bayern wins.

Juventus v Lyon
- Jesus: Juventus. Because their offense is too good for Lyon.
- Joni: OK hear me out i think this is way too easy for juventus and to be honest, Lyon doesn't stand a chance unless Ronaldo and Dybala get injured. JUVENTUS WINS.

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