DPT Quarter Final 2nd Leg Match Reaction

[Johnboy]

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ast - picked Ndidi twice

Congratulations to those that qualified for the semi finals

[Tony@Blackburn]

Blackburn 0-2 Liverpool

The formation from Liverpool was a no brainer, the tactic was anyones guess, I didnt expect the C and did more so expect the P but set up how we did to try and over power the midfield where Liverpool lacked numbers but it didn't work and we were outclassed. We didnt deserve to progess so wish Graeme luck and if he doesnt win the competition, expect his resignation at the end of the campaign

Well done Graeme

[Livi@Liverpool]

Blackburn 0 Liverpool 2 (2-5 on aggregate)

Really pleased to come through this tie against an opponent who has generally always had the upper hand on me.

Genuinely hadn't a clue what Tony would play in this game as there was only one goal in it from the 1st leg so went with our preferred passing style in a 52102 formation. It turned out well for us and a 2-0 win looks a fair outcome based on the stats. Rashford and Mudryk with the goals and always a bonus to keep a clean sheet too.

I see we've drawn Rangers in the semi finals which will be tough (we drew with them twice in the group stage) but we have to be pleased to have avoided Atletico who are unquestionably the strongest team in the competition. We will be looking to go all the way though and win some silverware in our first season at the club.

Unlucky Tony, for once things fell my way against you.

[Marshy@Atletico]

Atletico Madrid 2 Celtic 0

With a commanding 4-1 win in the first leg the home side could afford to rest a couple of main players for this one. It was a surprise to see the away side play long ball football needing three goals. A 2-0 win with a shot count of 10-7 gave an overall 6-1 aggregate win. A flattering scoreline by a long margin but Atletico march onto the semi-finals.

Atletico manager Simon Marsh commented "Got to feel for Mati with this one as we really found clinical shooting boots over the two legs. This is my best cup run since coming to FFO and hopefully we can make the final".

Rangers stunned Villa joint cup favourites to proceed following a penalty shootout.
Crystal Palace stunned Bayern by coming back to win their tie.
Blackburn were hammered by Liverpool 5-2 overall.

News filtered though of the semi final draw

Rangers v Liverpool
Atletico Madrid v Crystal Palace