On a day when the Champions League quarterfinals were meant to begin, we’re predicting how the rest of the tournament will play out if it returns. The competition was put on hold midway through the last-16 stage, with Atletico Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, RB Leipzig, and Atalanta already securing their places in the next round. Who will join them, and who will ultimately take home the coveted title?
Last 16, second leg
Juventus vs. Lyon (Lyon lead 1-0)
Juventus submitted arguably their worst performance of the season during the first leg in France, falling 1-0 while failing to muster a single shot on target. Maurizio Sarri was fuming after the defeat, perplexed as to why his lifeless players lacked any semblance of intensity. It’s difficult to envision a similar scenario in the return fixture, though, regardless of where it’s played. During their final match before the Serie A shutdown, Juve were aggressive and clinical in brushing Inter Milan aside. That’s the team we’re expecting in the second leg. An improved attacking display should be too much for Lyon.
Prediction: Juventus advance (3-2 on aggregate)
Manchester City vs. Real Madrid (City lead 2-1)