CL semis 24-25/4 (1st leg)

[888]

guys, Carvalho is actually not 100% out yet, hes a doubt but he was in training on Tuesday. Only confirmed absentees would be Robben (inj) and Essien (susp).

[Sonix1001]

I bolive taht Liverpool will take this one. Can also be a draw.
My favorites for to night are Lay Chelsea and under 2,5

[FrankBanfi]

I was thinking about... Chelsea's owner is a Russian man, Liverpool's new owner ( Tom Hicks )is an American very rich man... this looks like a new soccer "cold war"... played in a neutral soccer field...

But Chelsea has a russian spy in his files... Everyone know his name... Sheva- Shevchenko from Ucraina...

I think Sheva will score, everyone is waiting for that.

He needs of a good match and this could be his gold opportunity to remember everybody he was the "Golden Ball" in 2004 and he is not gone, not yet...Again: sheva should be in a magnificent form, He rested only to prepare this match at his best...

Think that as first decision i'll try with Sheva to score any time at 3.25 >>> 3.75

This is my first post here, sorry 4 my basic english and let me know what u think about.

A great ciao To BlackNapoli and Florian

[G:G]

Event	Chelsea v Liverpool
Selection	Under 2 goals (Asian Handicap)
Strength	6/10
Date	25/04/2007
Bookmaker/Price	Ladbrokes @ 1.92 (Back)
Reasoning	I, like everyone else I suppose, predict a close match were Liverpool won't take any chances and Chelsea will have problems creating any opportunities. Most of the match will be played on midfield, few chances and 0-0 a likely outcome.

[Chairman of ROGA]

Also think it will be very tight encounter.
Liverpool have a big chance to take out Chelsea tonight and ill think they'll pinch it 0-1.

Worth a small nibble @ 9.00

[bagehot]

Given the injury situation I think this match is an extra difficult one to call. Essien out is an important blow and if Carvalho is confirmed out as well then I see Mourinho playing a very, very careful match.

I don't really understand the hype about Chelsea's lack of form, over the past month to month and a half their results are very, very good. They will probably have a little extra desire given the semifinal of a couple of years ago which was decided on that "ghost" goal. I think Chelsea have the edge but would not dare place a bet on them if Carvalho is not playing. Under a strong proposition indeed.

[kamei34]

Chelsea hosting Liverpool.
Tough battle is expected as always regarding these two teams, but I will try a bet on home side here to win with two goals or more. I fancy 2:0 score. Liverpool seem too confident lately and having nice record with blues I think they might underestimate a bit home side tonight.
Chelsea struggled with Porto and Valencia but it's time for one good performance in front of their crowd.
I'll try Chelsea to win with two or more goals, Centrebet @4.65, aswell as Total goals: 2, hoping for 2:0 in the end but also as a cover in case of 1:1, Stan James @3.5. GL~

[gerrie26681]

This match we can all agree could go either way. No one would be surprised by a Chelsea win, a liverpool win, or a draw. My gut feeling is that Liverpool will not lose this match. This is their season. They rested Agger and Finnan, Gerrard, Mascherano, Bellamy at the weekend.

Benitez is an expert is Europe, tatically i think he's far superior to Mourinho. Benitez can nullify Chelsea in a way that Mourinho cannot do to Liverpool.

I expect a lot of joy for Liverpool down the left with Riise enjoying plenty of space. I believe there midfield will outplay Chelsea and Gerrard as always to out shine Lampard.

If Kuyt and Bellamy click tonite I can see Liverpool winning 1-0. I'd dearly love to see Drogba booked though. He is Chelsea in my opinion and without him, I'm near certain Liverpool would progress to the CL final.

[AK1979]

Sport	Football (Euro Cups)
Event	Chelsea v Liverpool
Selection	Chelsea (-0.25) (Asian Handicap)
Strength	10/10
Date	25/04/2007
Bookmaker/Price	Betfair @ 1.90 (Back)
Reasoning	(£205 available to back) Two in form sides meet here in what should be a tightly contested match. Chelseas home record is outstanding and that can tip the scales in their favour for the 2nd leg. Their previous defeat to Liverpool was played without their 2 first choice centre backs and Kuyt and Crouch had a field day in the air as a result. Whilst Carvalho remains out for tonights game, the return of John Terry should make a difference. Chelsea to sneak this one, although the absence of Essien dampens enthusiam slightly, so i'll take some insurance on the asian handicap.

[Student Grant]

Four previous meetings between Liverpool and Chelsea in the Champions League have produced 1 goal, and there are some people who still think that goal never went in!!

On that note under 2.5 goals looks a good bet.

If I had to pick someone to score I would say Joe Cole, maybe him to score first, Chelsea to win 1-0.

Having said all that its just too close to call and anything can happen on these winner takes all nights so I'm staying well away.

GL anyone having a flutter

[maxzorn]

tough call today. Chelsea with the home advantage but Liverpool look fresher. The consensis is low scoring and highly potential draw.

I've taken the draw and liverpool to win, so lay Chelsea on the one ticket play.

Max

[Carl]

Dont forget guys if you fancy the 0-0 place your bet as 'No-Goalscorer' the odds are the same but OWN GOALS dont count

[medics]

Help I cant see the semi final to night dont have sky. can i view it on line

many Thanks
medics

[gerrie26681]

Finnan is not starting tonite and Zenden plays with Riise left back. I am gobsmacked to see Zenden starting ahead of the likes of Sissoko and Pennant. Zenden is muck cant believe that! Would now lay liverpool as I believe that Mourinho has picked his team spot on

[allthethings]

30 people here say the unders will rule the day, and nobody thinks any goals will be scored...and for that reason I am taking over 2 (+100). I can't argue with the logic, but I just don't remember everyone being right about a game. BOL all

[BlackNapoli]

hello boys

for tonight is very strong in derby of uk in chamoions but i think is very strong scored at defense of chelsea...maybe is easy gol at long distance and the strike in long distance i like xabi alonso

To Back XABI ALONSO goal scored in 90 minutes @11 BetFair

ps: ciao FrankBanfi!

[2hcb]

Chelsea have been looking very ominous recently and although I can see it being tight there's no doubt they are a better side than Liverpool. Mentally I think they are strong enough to take advantage of that this time round.

Chelsea @ 11/10 (Bet 365)

[DJ]

Backed Liverpool to win in-play @ 14 - think odds are kinda long for a game that could still swing the red's way.

[Jimany]

Originally Posted by Djlion

Backed Liverpool to win in-play @ 14 - think odds are kinda long for a game that could still swing the red's way.

Available @14/1 now on PaddyPower

Tbh though I can't see Liverpool winning this, maybe Rafa has something up his sleeve for the HT teamtalk but I think Gerrard is the only threat from long range. It's been all Chelsea really.

If you fancy Liverpool I'd suggest take the +1 handicap @13/5, I can't see them scoring twice in the 2nd half though.

But IMO, Chelsea -1 @7/4 seems quite a bit more value, once they decide not to sit back and try to keep the 1-0 scoreline.

[DJ]

Originally Posted by Jimany

Available @14/1 now on PaddyPower

Tbh though I can't see Liverpool winning this, maybe Rafa has something up his sleeve for the HT teamtalk but I think Gerrard is the only threat from long range. It's been all Chelsea really.

If you fancy Liverpool I'd suggest take the +1 handicap @13/5, I can't see them scoring twice in the 2nd half though.

But IMO, Chelsea -1 @7/4 seems quite a bit more value, once they decide not to sit back and try to keep the 1-0 scoreline.

Same evaluation could have been said about Man U yesterday before their second half transformation. Although I believe that had as much to do with the injuries of Gattusso and Maldini as it did the improvement in Man U's performance.

I feel that Liverpool will want at least a draw and an early goal would take Liverpool's odds right down for win so possible lay. Either way only gone fairly small stakes so worth a go.