December 08, 2009
Group AJuventus vs Bayern Munich Bayern, should they clinch the 3 points in today’s game, will replace Juventus in 2nd place, as Juventus is only one point ahead of Bayern. Even a tie will place Bayern even.
Bordeaux vs Maccabi HaifaThis match is a proverbial David vs Goliath today. Bordeaux, who has a stranglehold on 1st place in Group A, takes on Maccabi Haifa, who have not won a single game yet in the tournament. Should Maccabi Haifa win, it would be an upset of Barcelona vs Rubin Kazan proportions. While a win for Maccabi today is unlikely, it is always possible.
Group BCSKA Moscow vs Besiktas The team who pulled out a stunning win over Manchester United (also their only win) now takes on Moscow, the team right above them in the standings. Another win today for Besiktas would pull them even with Moscow, while Moscow could pull even with Manchester United and Wolfsburg today should United lose to Wolfsburg.
Manchester United vs VfL WolfsburgUnited is hurting today- they have multiple players out, including several a few key defensive players. They will have to work hard to top Wolfsburg and keep their hold on the top of the group.
Group CFC Zurich vs AC MilanMilan had better be out for blood today- Zurich pulled off a surprise win over Milan the last time they met in this tournament, keeping them from drawing even with leaders Real Madrid. Topping Milan was Zurich’s only win so far, while Milan has 8 points, just 2 shy of Real Madrid.
Marseille vs Real Madrid If Marseille tops Real today, they will draw even with the leaders, as they’ll both have 10 points. However, Real needs to snap back after their loss to Barcelona this weekend, so they will probably be looking for the 3 points with much intensity.
Group DAtletico Madrid vs FC PortoWhile there is little hope for Atletico Madrid to advance in the tournament, defeating Porto would let them go out a bit easier. Porto is 5 points behind group leader Chelsea, and Atletico is 3 points behind Porto.
Chelsea vs Apoel NicosiaChelsea, who are guaranteed advancement in the CL, take on Apoel, who have only 2 points to their name from 6 games. A win is almost guaranteed for Chelsea, though I’d love to see them lose.
