I just wanted to play football, but I became a Hollywood god

Chapter 313 Tactics against weak teams!High pressure with defensive counterattack!Started!

When Hercules saw Gu Ran, he neighed happily.

Animals are human, especially horses.

Hercules will never forget that it was because of Gu Ran's help that it surpassed "Wind Chaser" and became the fastest horse in the racecourse.

In addition, Gu Ran's hands were full of Evelyn's scent, which made Hercules even closer.

Hercules neighed affectionately, lowered his head and motioned for Gu Ran to ride up.

Gu Ran supported the saddle and jumped up easily.

Coach Hobbs sneered and shook his head, "Mr. Gu, it seems you have no foundation. Your mounting posture is not standard at all. It is really hard for me to believe that you can qualify for the next Olympics."

Gu Ran was not in a hurry at all, but smiled lightly and said: "Yes, I did not have any foundation before. To be honest, this is the second time I have been exposed to horseback riding. But this does not mean anything, after all, no one taught me how to ride a horse." Me. But as long as you are willing to teach, even if it’s just a simple demonstration, I can learn it right away.”

Coach Hobbs sneered: "Impossible! Absolutely impossible!"

Gu Ran raised his eyebrows and said in an almost provocative tone: "Try?"

"Okay! Just try it!" Coach Hobbs said arrogantly: "I will convince you today! I just want you to know that equestrianism is a purely aristocratic sport! It requires a lot of riding practice, It is impossible for a commoner like you to learn easily!"

Gu Ran immediately got off the horse and handed the reins to Hobbs, "Then please."

Evelyn next to her hesitated to speak.

You know, Hercules will not let outsiders ride.

She and Gu Ran are the only ones in the world who can ride Hercules.

Gu Ran should also know this.

Gu Ranming knew that Hobbs could not ride Hercules but still let Hobbs ride it. This is probably...to see Hobbs' joke?

Evelyn smiled wryly in her heart, and said secretly: It seems that the conflict between the two sides is about to intensify, and the next step is to consider changing Gu Ran's equestrian coach.

Just when Evelyn was thinking this way, Coach Hobbs gracefully stepped on the stirrups, ready to turn over.

Before Hobbs touched the saddle, Hercules neighed violently, raising his front hooves violently!

Although Hobbs was experienced, he never expected that the pony who was so docile to Gu Ran and Evelin would become so violent in an instant.

Hobbes was immediately thrown down hard.

His arrogant face was firmly stuck on the ground.

This is really embarrassing!

The majestic Olympic-level equestrian coach who has taught two silver medal equestrian athletes was thrown off by a horse and got stuck in the face...

Gu Ran quickly stepped forward to help Hobbs, and said: "Oh, Coach Hobbs, the way you mount and dismount really opened my eyes. You are indeed an Olympic silver medal coach!"

Evelyn tried to hold back her laughter!
Hobbs: ...you're not hurting!

lights~
A blue skill bubble is generated under Coach Hobbs' feet.

Sure enough!

Gu Ran immediately gathered his thoughts to check:

Equestrian proficiency +1.

cool!

All you need is this skill!
The art of horse riding is just communication with the horse, and equestrian proficiency is the skill for scoring points in Olympic competitions.

Moreover, this skill directly surpassed the basics of equestrianism and reached the proficiency standard of the competition level!
Gu Ran immediately picked up this equestrian proficiency skill quietly.

In this way, today's 10 pick-up progresses are all used up!
With Gu Ran's support, Hobbs stood up blushing, "There is something wrong with this horse."

Evelin didn’t like hearing it and immediately frowned and said: “Coach, my Hercules is fine!”

Gu Ran smiled and said, "Coach, Evelyn is right, there is nothing wrong with Hercules, she just doesn't like you."

The corner of Hobbs' mouth twitched slightly.

Are these two men male and female?
What kind of coach are you still, let's leave quickly!
Just as Hobbs was about to say goodbye, Gu Ran said, "Coach, I almost understood your mount and dismount movements just now. I'll try again and see if I have the talent for riding a horse."

Hobbs said coldly, "Hmph, all right."

Gu Ran then used his mind to activate the equestrian proficiency he had just acquired, and gracefully turned over.

His movements are as light as they are heavy, as graceful as a frightening bird, with both strength and beauty!
It is completely different from the previous action of getting on the horse!
Evelyn stared blankly.

Evelyn always admired Gu Ran, but even if Gu Ran spit everywhere, Evelyn would think that spitting is handsome, not to mention Gu Ran's horse riding is so handsome that he can't control the law!
Coach Hobbs couldn't help but widen his eyes.

Originally, he just wanted to see a joke, and then left with a few sneering words, but...

Genius!
Equestrian genius ah!
An equestrian genius who can learn it in no time!
This graceful and unrestrained movement of getting on the horse is exactly like me!
Without a horseback riding career of 30 to [-] years, it is really difficult to reach such a level!
And this kid is obviously only riding a horse for the second time!

Isn't this equestrian genius what?
With such a talent, after another year of training, it is really possible to win the Olympic gold medal!
At that time, I can say that I am an Olympic gold medal coach!
Coach Hobbs suddenly became excited, and completely forgot all the unpleasantness before, "Mr. Gu! You are really amazing! Is this really the second time you have come into contact with equestrianism? I bet your ancestors must be top-notch Noble, so you have a natural equestrian gene in your blood! Please forgive my abruptness just now! I am deeply sorry for the offense I just said!"

shit~
Is this settled by me?
Gu Ran rode on the horse and smiled faintly, "Coach Hobbs, would you like to help me train?"

Coach Hobbs said excitedly: "This is my honor!"

Gu Ran smiled and said, "Okay, let's start as soon as possible."

"Good good!"

Coach Hobbs immediately put out all his strength to explain and train Gu Ran and Hercules seriously.

Gu Ran's own comprehension ability is extremely high, plus he has horse control +1 and equestrian proficiency +1, so he can master it quickly.

Hobbes was amazed.

He has been riding horses for 40 to [-] years, but he has never seen a knight as talented as Gu Ran.

After an hour and a half of equestrian training, Coach Hobbs said goodbye to Gu Ran and Evelyn and left.

Evelin couldn't help but hugged Gu Ran's neck, "Gu, you are really great! You really never disappoint!"

Gu Ran smiled and said, "Humans always have to improve."

Evelyn had charming eyes, "By the way, Gu, my dad asked me to ask you, how is your script going?"

Gu Ran hurriedly said: "I've already started to draw, within two or three weeks, I will definitely be able to finish the drawing."

Evelyn chuckled, "My dad said, let me show you around the manor more to give you some inspiration."

... Heh, I don't need inspiration for hand-drawn scripts.

Before Gu Ran could say so, Evelyn took Gu Ran's hand, "Let's go, while it's getting late, I'll take you to the grove ahead to find inspiration."

Fuck?Playing wild again?

Gu Ran immediately cleared his throat, and said solemnly: "I'm currently lacking...inspiration."

Gu Ran stretched out his hand and lifted Evelin onto Hercules' horse.

Hercules neighed, and galloped happily on the vast and uninhabited horse farm, galloping towards the dense grove...

It wasn't until after 11 o'clock in the evening that Gu Ran drove back to the Dune Villa.

At this time, Elizabeth was already lying on the sofa, already asleep.

Gu Ran walked softly to the sofa, gently picked up Elizabeth and took her back to the bedroom on the second floor.

Elizabeth opened her eyes slightly in a daze, "Gu... you're back... I'm so worried about you."

Damn, so tender.

Gu Ran couldn't help but feel a gentle blow in his heart.

However, things like falling in love are still too troublesome.

Gu Ran hissed and said softly, "Go to sleep."

Elizabeth closed her eyes again and fell asleep.

Gu Ran straightened Elizabeth's slipped shoulder straps, covered her with a quilt, and walked out of Elizabeth's bedroom.

Alas, sin...

Gu Ran went to the bathroom, had ice and fire physical therapy, and then went to bed.

Early the next morning, Gu Ran still got up early to practice on his own.

In the next few days, everything was back on track.

Elizabeth still talks to her two twin star sisters every day, and then she will drop talent bubbles, and the output can be said to be very stable.

Gu Ran played down the treatment of Elizabeth, maintaining a sense of distance.

And the more this happened, the more Elizabeth admired Gu Ran, and the more she wanted to have something to do with Gu Ran intentionally or unintentionally.

Every time this kind of time comes, Gu Ran will always shout in his heart, "You made a crime".

After the weekend vacation, Gu Ran returned to the Staplewood training base.

The attitude of his teammates towards Gu Ran also completely changed.

First of all, the captain Davis has stopped fighting for the No. 1 parking space, and often puts his arms around Gu Ran's neck, begging Gu Ran to mention his name as the captain more when accepting the "Advancing Saints".

The locker room at the training ground was also put into use again after several days of disinfection.

But this time, Gu Ran's locker was moved to the most conspicuous area, next to Lallana and Lambert's lockers.

During the training session, the teammates also began to frequently cooperate with Gu Ran in passing and receiving, and the overall running-in of the team also improved visible to the naked eye.

Like a little fanboy, Luke followed Gu Ran's ass every day, and even took the initiative to try Gu Ran's exclusive nutritious meals.

Of course, after tasting it, Luke Shaw never wanted to try it again.

Chamberlain's emotions towards Gu Ran were very complicated. He clearly regarded Gu Ran as his lifelong enemy, but the newspaper said that they cooperated seamlessly and at a very high level...

Chamberlain really wanted to try to cooperate with Gu Ran a few times during training, but Gu Ran either dribbled the ball inside or asked Lambert to cooperate.

Chamberlain looked at Gu Ran, like a resentful woman looking at a man who belonged to her.

In terms of resentment, only Haldin in the team really resented Gu Ran.

Since Gu Ran began to integrate into the team's tactical system, Haldin, the former main left back, has become less important.

Being replaced by Gu Ran and becoming Gu Ran's substitute seemed to be a matter of time.

In Haldin's heart, a crazy revenge plan has been brewing...

By this Thursday, the day before the friendly match against Torquay United, Gu Ran had already picked up 5 red talent point bubbles and 4 talent points that were automatically exchanged from training results. He had a total of 9 talent points in his hand. up.

This kind of inventory is definitely more than enough to deal with tomorrow's English second-tier team Torquay United.

After the day's training, head coach Adkins held a pre-match tactical class as usual.

In the tactical class, coach Adkins analyzed the playing style of Torquay United in detail.

Most of the players below the podium are very perfunctory. After all, Torquay United is only a mid-range team in the second division, while Southampton has just created a miracle at Anfield and drew with the giants Liverpool.

Southampton played Torquay United, isn't that just a casual kick?
Only Gu Ran, Lambert, and Lallana were listening carefully.

Gu Ran even listened more seriously than he did in Liverpool's tactical class.

After all, in his previous life, he knew a world-famous team like Liverpool very well, and he was familiar with the characteristics of Liverpool players. However, Gu Ran really didn't know anything about a small team like Torquay United - except for Torquay United. The substitute goalkeeper Tyrannosaurus rex.

After coach Adkins' analysis, Gu Ran quickly had a general impression of Torquay United.

The manager of Torquay United is Paul Barkley.

This head coach is also a well-known coach in their local area. His coaching style is very aggressive and resolute, and he likes to play fast breaks.

However, this coach's defense in the backcourt is a mess, and Torquay United does not have a star player who can hold it and stand up to it. Therefore, Torquay United's record has not been very good, and the average goal conceded per game is very high.

According to the intelligence of the military scouts, Torquay United's preferred formation is 442, the pressing method is a mixed method, the man-marking method is also a mixed method, the tactical mentality is offensive, and the game mentality is aggressive.

The so-called mixed method actually means that no obvious rules have been formed.

Therefore, it is really not difficult to play Torquay United. As long as you stabilize your position, withstand the impact of Torquay United, and then seize the opportunity to fight back, you can save energy and counterattack goals.

Coach Adkins still repeatedly emphasized "defensive counterattack", even against a weak team in a low-level league like Torquay United.

Of course, in addition to the basic "defensive counterattack" tactics, coach Adkins also required high pressure on Torquay United during the game.

High position pressing is a complex tactical system that requires the team to constantly explore, cooperate, and make trial and error corrections in actual combat in order to finally form a set of pressing methods suitable for their own team.

High-position pressure combined with defensive counterattacks is the magic weapon to win against weak teams.

If the weaker team does not dare to raise the line up to press high, it will not only be ugly on the scene, but also miss a lot of opportunities.

In the previous friendly match between Liverpool and Southampton, Liverpool adopted a strategy of high pressure and defensive counterattack.

Now, Southampton is playing Torquay United, copying Liverpool's tactical thinking.

Although Liverpool suffered a brutal draw before, their tactical thinking was correct.

The formation of high pressure generally adopts a compact formation, requiring the two sides to move closer to the ribs as much as possible, and to increase the overall coordination of the team.

If the two wings are wide open, the gap will be too large, and it will be impossible to press the opponent high.

In the case of high pressure, the opposing team will generally give the ball to the wing, and the wide forward or full back will drive the ball forward.

At this time, the own team can use the method of "surrounding, blocking, marking, and robbing" to defend and press.

Coach Adkins drew a tactical map on the big whiteboard while explaining the tactics to be adopted tomorrow.

Looking at the tactical map, Gu Ran suddenly felt enlightened.

After explaining the tactics, Coach Adkins emphasized that Torquay United, as a second-tier team, has a rough defense and a lot of action, which is very irregular. You must be careful not to be irritated and get a red card in the confrontation. Don't get hurt.

Then, Coach Adkins took out the roster and announced the starting lineup for St. Mary's Stadium tomorrow.

"...Gu Ran, the starting left back!"

(End of this chapter)