European Leagues.

[imtommygunn]

Vertonghen is in bad shape there.

Spurs looking poor.

[Harold Disgracey]

That was absolutely disgraceful behaviour from the Spurs medical staff, it was clear that Vertonghen was in no condition to continue. The ref was absolutely correct to question their decision to let him back on. Soccer clearly still has a lot to learn when it comes to head injuries.

[imtommygunn]

He was in bad shape there. Just about managed not to collapse. I haven't been to a premier league in a few years but last one was spurs who's medical staff let loris back in similar scenario.

Spurs a wee bit disappointing. Moura very greedy. Ali too lazy.

[Captain Obvious]

Medical staff handled that Vertonghen incident very poorly.

Ajax just need a draw at home for this underdog story to continue into the final. Tottenham's quarter final win over Manchester City will count for little if they are knocked out by Ajax, tonight playing at home they were poor.  Just 1 shot on target all night and lucky they didn't ship a bigger defeat.

[brokencrossbar1]

That was absolutely disgraceful behaviour from the Spurs medical staff, it was clear that Vertonghen was in no condition to continue. The ref was absolutely correct to question their decision to let him back on. Soccer clearly still has a lot to learn when it comes to head injuries.

Liverpool had a similar scenario the other week with Fabinho and thankfully learned the lesson from Karius from last years CL final and removed him from the game straight away.  Medical staff in soccer could maybe get some peer learning from their rugby counterparts.

[laoislad]

Apparently Iker Casillas had a Heart attack today at training.

[BennyCake]

Apparently Iker Casillas had a Heart attack today at training.

Holy frig. Hope he's alright.

[Boycey]

That was absolutely disgraceful behaviour from the Spurs medical staff, it was clear that Vertonghen was in no condition to continue. The ref was absolutely correct to question their decision to let him back on. Soccer clearly still has a lot to learn when it comes to head injuries.

Liverpool had a similar scenario the other week with Fabinho and thankfully learned the lesson from Karius from last years CL final and removed him from the game straight away.  Medical staff in soccer could maybe get some peer learning from their rugby counterparts.

Spurs medical staff have had a right bashing today mostly from people with little or no medical knowledge. I'd sooner wait and see what protocols they did/didn't use. Where soccer currently is at a disadvantage to rugby and the GAA for that matter it that there is no mechanism for a temporary replacement while someone is monitored.

[TabClear]

That was absolutely disgraceful behaviour from the Spurs medical staff, it was clear that Vertonghen was in no condition to continue. The ref was absolutely correct to question their decision to let him back on. Soccer clearly still has a lot to learn when it comes to head injuries.

Liverpool had a similar scenario the other week with Fabinho and thankfully learned the lesson from Karius from last years CL final and removed him from the game straight away.  Medical staff in soccer could maybe get some peer learning from their rugby counterparts.

Spurs medical staff have had a right bashing today mostly from people with little or no medical knowledge. I'd sooner wait and see what protocols they did/didn't use. Where soccer currently is at a disadvantage to rugby and the GAA for that matter it that there is no mechanism for a temporary replacement while someone is monitored.

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This is a major issue in the rules. As you say, nearly all other contact sports provide for this (AFl/NFL as well) without "penalising" the injured team which inevitably leads to greater risks to player well being

[Captain Obvious]

600 goals for the little magician Messi. Luis Suarez with his first Champions League goal of the season, Van Dijk could have possibly done better for that goal and nice assist for the 2nd goal.  Barcelona contained that Liverpool purple patch after half time very well and take a healthy lead into the 2nd leg.  Could have been 4 or 5-0 with those two late counter attacking chances.

Tie far from over yet. Last year Barcelona beat Roma 4-1 in the 1st leg and still got knocked out. How did Salah miss that chance?

[Main Street]

Farr from over me hole.
Kudos to liverpool who at least tried to play Barca at their game.
Lovely game to watch , a contrast to yesterday's hyper energetic encounter.  I hope Ajax make it through, then it will be a final between the two best teams.

[Over the Bar]

4-0 would have been a better result for Liverpool. Then they could have forgotten about next week and concentrated on getting 6 points from the last two league games in the hope City slip up. Now Klopp's head will be fried, they'll run themselves ragged next Wed night and probably drop league points for a tie that's already lost. Such a shame when they looked like winning a trophy for once!

[Main Street]

Only 3-1 to Arsenal against their nemesis at the business end in European cup competition.
A few years ago, Valencia came from 3-0 down in the first leg to beat Basel 5-0 in the home leg.

[Captain Obvious]

The start to this game that Liverpool wanted. Barcelona making errors and their defence looks all over the place. Since the goal Alisson has made some fine saves to keep Liverpool in this tie.

[Captain Obvious]

3-0 some comeback by Liverpool. Anfield rocking. Roma revisited for Barcelona?