Originally Posted by RS8MB0R8

Dortmund missed so many opportunities, it was unbelievable. I so wish they'd knocked Real out.

It's true about Bayern though. They overcomplicated the first leg completely. Plenty of teams that aren't anywhere near as accomplished in possession have turned United over this season because it brings United out and lets them play. The fact is though, we have no creativity in midfield and too many players have a woeful first touch - Ferdinand is probably the worst for that! Put Rio under pressure and you'll get loads of chances.

The problem with Bayern's approach is that they were too predictable. United knew the Germans were going to have the majority of the ball and set themselves up to defend at all costs. United have had loads of possession this year but never do anything with it and usually end up being caught out themselves. I could actually see Bayern's dominance being used against them in the same regard unless their finishing improves dramatically from the first leg (which I'm sure it will).

I'm under no illusion that Bayern will most likely net 3 or 4 unanswered goals tonight but if United hold them off at least until half-time, I could see us potentially nicking a late goal and holding out. It's the only way we'll go through. If we score too early, United will just end up sitting on their own 18-yard line all evening and it'll only be a matter of time before Bayern break through. We need to stay tight and get a goal late on to have any chance.

Should be a good game if United get the first goal though.