In this evening's UEFA Europa League Round of 16 second leg.
Manchester City
Undoubtedly the universally favored side, but RB Leipzig's impressive performance in the first leg has quietly set the stage for a challenge against the Blue Moon.
Both sides showed their character in the first leg of the match, with City dominating the attack in the first half and RB Leipzig being more dynamic in the second. As a result, a draw seems to be a possibility.
City, coached by Gordiona, will naturally have possession firmly in hand for the second leg, and they will look to find the cracks in the RB Leipzig defense through patient layouts and precise passing.
Blue Moon may be able to create a good chance for Enin Xalant tonight with a pinpoint assist from Benedetto Schwarz or Chivun Dibny, while Croatian starlet Gavadol, who will also be carrying the load in this test, will find it vital to stay focused.
RB Leipzig's best strategy, perhaps, is to counterattack quickly in their own half, a tactic that often creates a threat against City.
Although Dim Warner's goal tally fell short of expectations, his frequent penetrating moves posed a great threat to City's backline. Similarly, Anders Schwarz was a key player who could both score and create chances for his teammates, posing a challenge to City's backline.
The key to this match will be whether RB Leipzig can contain City in the early stages of the match, and if they do, the pressure on City will gradually increase. However, I am confident that the home team, Blue Moon, will take the lead in the first half and keep it until the end to qualify for the last 8.
