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Champions League Better Than World Cup

Started by The Gaffer · 10 months ago

As a tournament, there is no equal to the World Cup. It’s a 30-day magical mystery ride for teams, players, fans and TV viewers at home.
That said, however, I disagree with many that this is the best tournament in years. The first round matches arguably have been the stronges ... Continue reading »

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The Gaffer
3 years ago

Just after I post that entry, Italy turns on the magic and scores fantastic goals to defeat Germany. Exceptional skill after a nerveracking 120 minutes.

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Alistair Paterson
3 years ago

I was talking about the self same thing yesterday with a friend, and we both agreed that, like you, the Champions League is a greater competition. You can be sure that you're turning up to a game of Europe's elite.

It has a variety of world players, just like the World Cup, yet, I feel the passion is greater for club teams.

Its great going to a Champions League game on an autumn night. The music as the teams line up, the stunning vocals of the away fans, barely matched in league games. But, more importantly, the competition is spread over the season. The time period builds anticipation and allows time to savour games better.

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TheScout
3 years ago

As it happens Bobby McMahon has a thread on his Fox Soccer blog about this:

http://blogs.foxsports.com/BobbyMcMahon/2006/07/06/Is_the_World_Cup_soccers_marquee_tournament

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