Real's performance is falling below their usual standards and I can't say their defense looks good at the moment. However, we can count on Overi as we have two teams with very strong offensive potential, probably the 2 best strikers in Europe, Mbappe and Haaland, who will go head to head. For me, this will be a goal fiesta, as neither team is known for their stable defense and we can expect a lot of scoring, similar to last season's Champions League meetings where Real won 3-2 and 3-1. It's possible that City will have better luck this time, but either way, I'm expecting at least 2 goals from both teams.
First long-term bet for the new full season. Chelsea's coefficient is still over 2, which means they will finish in the Top 4, and I have no doubts about that. Last season, they finished fourth and strengthened their team impressively at the end of the season. It was clear that this young team is a force to be reckoned with, winning two trophies and beating PSG gave them a lot of confidence going forward. So yes, Chelsea will play Champions League football, but in terms of the main competition for the fourth place, I see Newcastle as the main rival and I don't think they have strengthened enough to challenge for it. As for the other teams, United and Tottenham? United have made too much progress in just one season and Tottenham have a lower level than Chelsea, plus they are also in the Champions League. Aston Villa seems destined for relegation and I don't see any other contenders. Overall, I believe Chelsea is closer to joining the top three of Arsenal, Manchester City, and Liverpool, rather than fighting for the Top 4 spot, which I don't see them achieving in the upcoming Premier League season.