5 clubs that could dethrone Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League this season

#3 Liverpool

Manchester City v Liverpool - UEFA Champions League Quarter Final Second Leg — The Reds remain one of the few teams that could overthrow Los Blancos from the European throne this term

Premier League outfit, Liverpool shocked everyone with their impressive performances in the UEFA Champions League last season. The Reds upset the odds and made it to the final of the tournament for the first time in over 10 years, with the likes of Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino running riot throughout the competition.

Once again, Jurgen Klopp's men will fight for the chance to claim the prestigious trophy this season and they remain one of the few clubs that could actually stop Real Madrid from dominating the continent for another consecutive campaign.

Having reinforced their squad by signing the likes of Alisson Becker, Fabinho, Naby Keita and Xherdan Shaqiri as well as beginning the new Premier League campaign in an electrifying form, there is no doubt the Reds are one of the few teams to be wary of in the European tournament this term.

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Jidonu’s tryst with football started after watching the 2002 FIFA World Cup final between Brazil and Germany, being mesmerized by Ronaldo and Ronaldinho. Barcelona philosophy and approach towards the game under Pep Guardiola further fueled the burgeoning love for the sport, and he has been a Culer ever since.

Unsurprisingly, Lionel Messi is his favorite player and is the one true GOAT for him over Cristiano Ronaldo. The 2022 FIFA World Cup final, where Messi's brace led to La Albiceleste lifting the cup left a lasting impact on him. His love for Messi also sees him follow Major League Soccer apart from Europe’s top five leagues.

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