Europa League Quarter-Finals Preview: Atalanta and Benfica Stun Big Guns
Headline
The Europa League has reached the quarterfinal stage with Bayer Leverkusen and Liverpool looking the teams to beat.
Sub Headline: Surprises in First Legs
Atalanta stunned Liverpool at Anfield, while Benfica upset Marseille. Roma secured a hard-earned victory at AC Milan, and Leverkusen defeated West Ham to put themselves in commanding positions after the first legs.
Key Teams to Watch:
Atalanta: After defeating Liverpool 3-2 in the first leg, Atalanta will be looking to continue their impressive form in the competition and secure a spot in the semi-finals.
Liverpool: Despite their home loss, Liverpool remains one of the favorites to win the Europa League. They will need to overcome their first-leg deficit and produce a strong performance at Anfield to advance.
Benfica: Benfica's victory over Marseille has given them a positive start to the knockout stage. They will aim to maintain their momentum and progress to the next round.
Bayer Leverkusen: After a comfortable 2-0 win over West Ham, Leverkusen is in an excellent position to secure a spot in the semi-finals. They need to maintain their focus and avoid complacency in the second leg.
Eye on the Second Legs:
The second legs of the quarter-finals will be played on April 18th and 19th. All eyes will be on the following crucial matchups:
- Liverpool vs. Atalanta (April 18th, 8 pm)
- Bayer Leverkusen vs. West Ham (April 18th, 8 pm)
- Marseille vs. Benfica (April 19th, 8 pm)
- AC Milan vs. Roma (April 19th, 8 pm)
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