FC Porto and CSKA Moscow are playing a fantastic, open game at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow, but somehow, the two teams have walked into the locker room scoreless at halftime of their UEFA Europa League Round of 16, first leg tie. There have been plenty of chances both ways, with goalkeepers Igor Akinfeev and Helton putting on great performances, while a couple of goals have been disallowed for offside. Seydou Doumbia and Keisuke Honda look especially dangerous for CSKA, while Hulk, Joao Moutinho, and youngster James Rodriguez are looking good for Porto.
CSKA Moscow Vs. FC Porto: 0-0 Halftime, Great Game Somehow Scoreless
It seems highly unlikely that the second half is going to end scoreless, but if it does, it might actually benefit CSKA. Though a home draw doesn’t sound great for them, the teams are very evenly matched and two draws seem very likely at this point. If CSKA can prevent Porto from scoring an away goal, they could very well be favorites going into the second leg.
The teams are dead even in shots, shots on goal, and possession. In skill, tactics, and form, the teams are basically inseparable thus far. It wouldn’t be surprising if they remained inseparable an entire 180 or more minutes.
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