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Poll: Which team will win this?

Olympique Lyonnais: 66% (4 votes)
Liverpool: 33% (2 votes)
Draw: 0% (0 votes)
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Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by Cristalz(f): 11:21am On Nov 02, 2009
In Group E, Lyon welcome Liverpool to the Stade De Gerland for the return leg of their UCL tie. Lyon currently lead the group with 9 points, while Liverpool have got 3.

Their 2-1 victory at Anfield on Matchday 3 has put Lyon in control of Group E and leaves Liverpool knowing a fifth straight win on French soil is crucial to revive their fortunes.
Lyon are seeking a third straight home win in the competition after victories against RSC Anderlecht in the play-off round, and then ACF Fiorentina. Coach Claude Puel has succeeded in building a formidable team so far this season.
Lisandro Lopez, Sidney Govou, and Gomis remain danger names to look out for in attack. Between the three, a good amount of goals have been recorded so far.
Toulalan and Delgado(who scored in the 1st leg) are strong midfield choices for Claude Puel.
No major changes are expected in defense; a back line similar to the one used at Anfield will be used in France as well. As always, defender Cissokho remains an extra 'striker' for Lyon. A good defender with equally good attacking tendencies, he will surely trouble the Liverpool back line.
With 9 points, Lyon are in no danger of not qualifying for the KO stages. A loss/draw will do no serious harm, but they will definitely be looking for a
win.

Liverpool are the EPL club on nearly everyone's observation radar presently. Things haven't been too bright for the club of recent.
Liverpool lost the 1st leg of the tie at home despite putting up a considerably good performance. In that game, they were without Fernando Torres, and had Stevie Gerrard for only a while.
For this game Fernando Torres will be available, although he is not yet 100% fit. But, his club needs him at this point in time. Liverpool need to win to keep their hopes of progressing further in the competition afloat.  .  .a third successive defeat will leave them barely in it.
Other striking options for Benitez include David Ngog, Voronin, and Dirk Kuyt. Whoever Benitez decides to go with will have to seriously up his game, because Fernando Torres cannot do it all alone, especially as he isn't fully fit.
Kuyt is a more reliable option, while Ngog should be the first sub option.
In midfield, Benitez's new buy, Aquilani is expected back. Aquilani has been down with a virus; we can expect to see him on Wednesday night though. Aquilani, Benayoun, and Mascherano can provide the necessary strength in the middle. If they work really hard, Gerrard's absence will not be seriously felt. Lucas, Babel and Jay Spearing are available options for the midfield.
In defense, Glen Johnson is expected back for this game. His presence will be a considerable boost for the back line. Carragher has not been impressive of late, but Benitez might start him because of his UCL experience.
Skrtel, Insua and Agger are also likely options.
Whichever 4 Benitez decides to go with, a lot will be expected of them because the Lyon attack force is a lot to contend with.
If Liverpool bring the same drive and determination they brought against Manchester United, they stand a good chance. If their strikers focus completely on accuracy and the defense holds, they can win.
Lyon have got home advantage, and they are in good form so they look more likely to win.  .  .but it's Liverpool. When it comes to the UCL, Liverpool are always full of surprises, most of them positive.
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by FBS: 11:33am On Nov 02, 2009
No beach ballz allowed! cool
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by bammy(m): 11:36am On Nov 02, 2009
there will be lots of beach-balls , in blue color lol!
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by dominique(f): 10:37pm On Nov 02, 2009
***yawns at match*** tongue
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by adebayo201: 10:41pm On Nov 02, 2009
Liverpool, they'v 2 fight to d last 4 diz.
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by RuuDie(m): 11:18am On Nov 03, 2009
chances are L'pool will win but what happens after

the players will play with passion; the kop will migrate from anfield to lyon and provide enuf fuel to ignite the atmosphere. . . . but what happens afterwards

its better that they lose and drop out of the UCL; not a thot l'pool fans would suscribe to, but in the long-run as far as this season is concerned, it'd do the club a world of good!
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by slimshay(m): 1:12pm On Nov 03, 2009
RuuDie:

its better that they lose and drop out of the UCL; not a thot l'pool fans would suscribe to, but in the long-run as far as this season is concerned, it'd do the club a world of good!

you know somebody is goin to have to ask you how.
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by RuuDie(m): 6:35pm On Nov 03, 2009
slimshay:

you know somebody is goin to have to ask you how.

inadvertently, priorities would have been straightened out for LFC. the club can then focus on what they have in hand; ligue & FA Cup - perharps then we'll see Rafa make better use of his squad & hopefully, we won't see a repeat of what happened at the weekend in Fulham where even the players on the field were in total disagreement with the manager's decisions!
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by slimshay(m): 8:17am On Nov 04, 2009
Rafa's priority has been very clear since he took the job. Liverpool are going on 2 decades without a premiership title. they want another one.
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by eyonigger(m): 10:46am On Nov 04, 2009
crizzle change date for match.
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by Cristalz(f): 10:53am On Nov 04, 2009
Oops. Thanks.
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by bgees(m): 4:20pm On Nov 04, 2009
we will win. 3-0
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by Borat1: 5:51pm On Nov 04, 2009
It be a damned shame if pool lose. I dont want 'em to lose out just yet.
Kind of english club sympathy. . grin
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by chic2pimp(m): 8:51pm On Nov 04, 2009
Lyon are dominating this opening exchanges
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by Borat1: 8:54pm On Nov 04, 2009
Oya begin to run the commentary now
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by chic2pimp(m): 8:55pm On Nov 04, 2009
Have Liverpool actually got out of their half? undecided

~Borat~:

Oya begin to run the commentary now
Will you sharrap dia angry
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by Sauron1: 8:56pm On Nov 04, 2009
What happens to Rafa should he lose this one?
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by chic2pimp(m): 8:58pm On Nov 04, 2009
TORESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS STRAIGHT @ THE KEEPER. HE SHOULDA SCORED shocked shocked shocked shocked shocked shocked
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by Sauron1: 8:58pm On Nov 04, 2009
chic2pimp:

TORESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS STRAIGHT @ THE KEEPER. HE SHOULDA SCORED shocked shocked shocked shocked shocked shocked

He didn't HIT it with conviction.
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by r231(m): 8:59pm On Nov 04, 2009
~Sauron~:

What happens to Rafa should he lose this one?



good question,,,,,,,,,,he is OUT
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by Cristalz(f): 9:00pm On Nov 04, 2009
@chic2pimp
Torres will score, relax.

Therez Domenech in the stands.
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by chic2pimp(m): 9:00pm On Nov 04, 2009
~Sauron~:

He didn't HIT it with conviction.
He woulda scored had he placed it either side of the goalkeeper

~Sauron~:

What happens to Rafa should he lose this one?


Norrin go happen. He won't get sacked

Cristalz:

@chic2pimp
Torres will score, relax.

Therez Domenech in the stands.
Yes Ma cool
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by Sauron1: 9:01pm On Nov 04, 2009
chic2pimp:

He woulda scored had he placed it either side of the goalkeeper

If ma grandmother had testicles, she woulda been ma grandfather. grin grin grin

WHAT A SAVE!!!!
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by Cristalz(f): 9:02pm On Nov 04, 2009
Nice try, Kuyt.
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by chic2pimp(m): 9:04pm On Nov 04, 2009
~Sauron~:

If ma grandmother had testicles, she woulda been ma grandfather. grin grin grin

WHAT A SAVE!!!!
How are we sure she ain't your Grandad? tongue
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by Cristalz(f): 9:04pm On Nov 04, 2009
If Liverpool keep this pressure up they will get a goal before the half is up.
Of course it could be a repeat of the 1st leg where Liverpool played better and lost, but letz hope not.
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by Sauron1: 9:05pm On Nov 04, 2009
chic2pimp:

How are we sure she ain't your Grandad? tongue

Obviously, you don't get the vibe.
Leave it.

SAF should buy Cissokho!!!!
I like this dude.
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by Cristalz(f): 9:06pm On Nov 04, 2009
What's Carragher doing up there? grin
Fall back jo.
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by chic2pimp(m): 9:10pm On Nov 04, 2009
~Sauron~:

Obviously, you don't get the vibe.
Leave it.

Okay oo grin grin

~Sauron~:


SAF should buy Cissokho!!!!
I like this dude.
How many left backs una want? undecided angry

I keep cursing Berlusconi every day of the week for not buying him.
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by chic2pimp(m): 9:12pm On Nov 04, 2009
What an Atmosphere!!!!!
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by Sauron1: 9:13pm On Nov 04, 2009
chic2pimp:

How many left backs una want? undecided angry

As many as our wage bill can sustain.


I keep cursing Berlusconi every day of the week for not buying him.

The dude is class.
He's got a sweet left foot and his crosses are on point no matter how stretched he gets before delivering it.
LYON are showing Liverpool too much respect.

Voronin!!! What a Arrow!!!
Re: Lyon Vs Liverpool [1 - 1] On Wednesday,4th November by Cristalz(f): 9:14pm On Nov 04, 2009
Voronin has no obvious skill. tongue

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