Early Predictions: UEFA Champions League 2018-19 Potential Semi Finalists

3. Ajax vs. Juventus (Bracket A):

After falling short at the last hurdle so many times, Juventus invested in bringing the "final piece of the puzzle" to win them the UCL, which if they succeed at, will be only their 3rd trophy in their long history in the competition (they've lost 7 finals).

Ronaldo celebrating his winning goal against Atletico Madrid

Cristiano Ronaldo is a person who thrives on pressure and his doubters. Nothing drives him more than the desire to prove how good he constantly is. With Real Madrid being eliminated by his current opponent, all eyes will be on Ronaldo now.

With the first leg being played at the Johan Cruyff Arena, Juventus will be keen to not lose the first leg this time around, although the Ajax team won't be deterred even if they lose at home.

This has the potential to be the most entertaining tie of these round of fixtures. The youngsters of Ajax turned their game up at the Bernabéu and knocked the holders out of the competition on their home turf. This speaks volumes of the confidence these youngsters play with.

Speaking about comebacks, Juventus managed one of their own against the world class defense of Atletico Madrid, not to mention an Atletico that had a 2 goal lead. Everyone knows who scored the goals, but it would not have been possible if the rest of the team didn't give their absolute best too.

Team to progress: Juventus