Football: Starting from the Ronaldo Template

Chapter 230 The top tactical battle in football, the fierce start of the Battle of Tianwang Mountain!

At the pre-match press conference between Manchester City and Manchester United.

"Manchester City's lineup is stronger than last season, and they won 11 consecutive victories at the beginning of the season. Do you think Manchester City can win today's game?"

Sounding like there was no question of nutrition, Guardiola held the microphone and said in a deep voice: "We are confident of achieving the final victory, but that does not mean that we will despise Manchester United. Respecting our opponents is also respecting ourselves."

"If you have watched Manchester City's last two games, you must have more confidence in Manchester City than I do."

Guardiola's confidence is palpable.

Manchester City 6-1 Southampton, Manchester City 6-0 Young Boys Bern, unstoppable in the league and Champions League.

Among the players in the team, Seat B continued their good form at the beginning of the season. Fernandinho recovered from the sequelae of the World Cup, and the central defender partners Stones and Laporte performed stably.
It can be said that Manchester City has become a complete entity.

"Mr. Guardiola, De Bruyne strained his back muscle last week and we saw him enter the squad. Is there any chance he can play in today's game?"

"This needs to be decided based on the specific circumstances of the game." Guardiola did not answer directly, "I hope he will not have a chance to play."

The two of them can't go back to the past, and it's quite good to be rivals like this.

Chu Feng rubbed his eyes in disbelief. Why are there so many shiny heads?

David Silva said casually: "Front."

"I heard that you are going to be a father? Congratulations!" Chu Feng cupped his hands.

Anthony Taylor took out a coin from his pocket. Strictly speaking, it was called an "edge pick". It had no face value or decoration and was only divided into two sides: positive and negative.

He used this to mock Mourinho, who had defeated him through tenacious defensive counterattack tactics.

Chu Feng touched his thick hair and gave up the idea of ​​​​shaving his head.

Mourinho fell into deep thought after hearing this, and countless chaotic scenes emerged.

The reporter was interrupted before he finished speaking. Guardiola frowned and retorted: "I have no obligation to answer questions that have nothing to do with the game."

When Chelsea lost in the Champions League, Mourinho said: "Chelsea are crying and Barcelona are laughing with the referee because they disqualified my Chelsea boys."

However, it seems that bald head can indeed improve player performance. For example, Walker is extremely brave on both ends of the offense and defense, and Alisson also often contributes world-class saves.

"Okay." Chu Feng nodded.

Kyle Walker looked at Chu Feng with complicated eyes. He had suffered a lot since molesting Guardiola's daughter last season and was almost demoted to Manchester City's second team.

Under the flashing spotlight, Mourinho smiled wildly: "Tomorrow my record will become 8 wins, 6 draws and 8 losses."

In the future, he will win every championship that Manchester City participates in with the team.

Despite Guardiola's graceful appearance in front of the media, in private he can rival Ferguson's violent temper. He might have to go to jail for a while.

The two shook hands and exchanged flags.

Before the Champions League semi-final between Real Madrid and Barcelona, ​​Guardiola said: "Since Mr. Mourinho calls me Pep, let me call him 'Jose' - we will see you on the pitch tomorrow at 8:45 pm True chapter. Off the football field, he's already winning."

Fortunately, Chu Feng stepped in to stop him at that time, otherwise the matter would not have been solved so easily.

Is it possible that bald heads have become popular in football recently?

Meanwhile, another conference room.

Fernandinho, David Silva, Kyle Walker, Mendy, Ederson, plus Guardiola next to the queue.

The only thing that makes people more excited than the local derby is the national derby.

In the past ten years, the fate of the two seems to be intertwined, from harmonious and friendly colleagues to lifelong enemies.

As the melodious melody floated, the players from both sides slowly walked out of the tunnel.

After returning to the Manchester United locker room, Mourinho repeated the tactical requirements and led the players into the tunnel.

Even if both teams are in the middle of the league, it suddenly becomes very important because of the derby.

After the Spanish derby between Real Madrid and Barcelona, ​​Guardiola said: "I am very proud! The whole world has seen how we play football."

As the coin spun into the air, it landed on the back of Taylor's hand.

When visiting the Nou Camp with one less player and relying on an impregnable defense to eliminate Barcelona with a total score of 3 to 2, Mourinho said: "This is the most wonderful defeat in my life. This is blood, not technology. Our whole team Everyone in this team is a hero. It’s a pity that I can’t play because I have the same spirit.”

"Then I can only be negative." Chu Feng shrugged.

"Mr. Mourinho, you and Guardiola have played against each other 21 times in total. You have achieved a record of 7 wins, 6 draws and 8 losses. You are the slightly lagging side."

"Well, we are going to call him Ronnie, what do you think, it is a very cute name, right?" Foden replied with a smile, "I will hold a party then, and I hope you can come with Maria then. "

Foden was very excited. As a player from Manchester City's youth training, he very much yearned to save the team at critical moments like Chu Feng.

"There is another question. According to rumors, Manchester United player Chu and your daughter Maria——"

I have to say that Foden is worthy of being a winner in life. Under the guidance of Guardiola, he has achieved his rapid rise and become an indispensable member of Manchester City.

It is said that he and Foden are of the same age. They are both just 19 years old this year. They will not suppress Foden's entire career, right?
Chu Feng suddenly felt a little embarrassed.

The excitement and unique atmosphere of two teams competing for the championship in the same city is special and has an extra flavor for local and online fans, a completely different kind of excitement.

Not to mention that today is the battle of Tianwang Mountain!
Since Valencia and Ashley Young did not play, Chu Feng, as Manchester United's third captain, and David Silva came to the referee.

It's just that Chu Feng's rebirth and return seems to have disturbed time and space, and the person in the club's grand slam has become himself.

The Etihad Stadium suddenly erupted in deafening cheers.

David Silva guessed the direction correctly and decisively chose the right to kick off. After all, the game was played at night and there would be no problem with direct sunlight.

Players from both teams settled in to make final preparations.

"Good evening, viewers!"

"What is being broadcast now is the 2018th round of the 19-12 Premier League season."

“Manchester City vs. Manchester United!”

"Manchester Derby, a match between Guan Mu and Gu Mu, a battle at Tianwang Mountain!"

"The following is an introduction to the starting lineups of the two teams. Manchester City has arranged a 4-3-3 formation. The player list is as follows."

"Due to injury, De Bruyne has only entered the 18-man roster. Whether he can play in this game is still unknown."

"It's just that there is Seat B that performs well, and Manchester City's overall strength has not declined."

"Manchester City has had 11 wins and 10 draw in the last 1 games in all competitions this season, scoring a total of 35 goals and conceding only 7 goals. It can be said that they have a near-perfect performance on both offense and defense."

"Let's take a look at Manchester United's starting lineup."

"Mourinho arranged the same formation, is he trying to create a matchup? But the problem lies in the personal strength of the Manchester City players -"

Before Zhan Jun finished speaking, he suddenly remembered that Manchester United had spent more than 200 million euros on signings this season. The overall strength has undergone earth-shaking changes, and every position can basically rank in the top ten among active players.

"Well, I think the start of this game will be boring. The main theme is naturally that Manchester City has the ball. Manchester United enters a relatively boring defensive time, waiting for opportunities to find loopholes in the opponent's offensive and defensive transitions to form a counterattack."

"Also judging from the points of the two teams, even if Manchester United can win the final victory, it will not be able to overtake Manchester City and regain the top spot, because Manchester United's goal difference is less than Manchester City."

"In the final analysis, Xiao Chu was suspended and Manchester United lost the game against Tottenham, causing Manchester United to lose the opportunity at the beginning of the season."

"But if Manchester United wants to defend the Premier League title, it must take away three points from the Etihad, otherwise the gap with Manchester City will only get wider and wider. I hope Xiao Chu can perform well today."

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The 2862 Manchester United fans in the away stands sang the adapted song in unison.

"This is my house, this is my neighbor Manchester City. I have the Premier League title and he will get one right away. I have the FA Cup title and he will get one too."

"I have the Champions League, he can't get it!" "Hey, this is a big success!"

However, before the song could spread far, it was drowned out by the voices of Manchester City fans.

"We beat Manchester United during Ferguson time and the cinemas will show Manchester United's defeat!"

"Show the bus, show the bus, Manchester United only knows how to show the bus!"

In the away stands.

Tom waved his hands angrily and shouted: "Damn it, Manchester City, they only gave us 2900 tickets. We'll see them when we get back to Old Trafford!"

"Old Tom, don't you think it would be better to beat Manchester City at home?"

"The strongest players are already in the team, we can't lose the game!"

"Manchester United! Manchester United! Manchester United!"

Beep! ! !
A sharp and loud whistle suddenly sounded, and everyone's heartbeats suddenly accelerated. Everyone looked at the court intently.

Manchester City kicks off!
Chu Feng rushed towards Fernandinho without any scruples about his physical strength.

Manchester United did not choose to set up a bus in the backcourt, but launched a high-level press at the beginning and grabbed the start with a strong attitude!

This is completely different from Zhan Jun’s prediction.

In fact, when De Bruyne is not in Manchester City's starting lineup, Mourinho's Plan B is officially implemented.

After all, De Bruyne has world-class passing and vision. As long as he is given a little space, he can pass a fatal key pass.

Therefore, if De Bruyne starts, Manchester United will sit in the backcourt and reduce the gaps between the defense lines as much as possible.

But seat B?

He is better than De Bruyne in controlling the ball, but lacks the ability to pass and threaten the ball, so Manchester United can press boldly.

As for whether Mourinho will press high?

Perhaps compared to Klopp and Simeone, Mourinho's tactics are not sophisticated enough, but they are enough to target seat B.

Moreover, the reason why Manchester United rarely played high-pressing games in the past is actually because of Manchester United's slightly weak forward line.

To put it simply, as long as Martial and Rashford are on the court, Manchester United will never be able to successfully press high.

Because the two of them are very emotional and need someone to push them forward.

But at that time, due to his age, Ibrahimovic did not have the extra energy to press and could not put enough pressure on Rashford.

Now that Martial has been sold to Paris, the core of the striker has changed from Ibrahimovic to Chu Feng, and the right winger has also been replaced by the diligent Mahrez.

The high-position pressing tactics were immediately revitalized!
The Manchester United players had no idea of ​​conserving their strength and tried their best to block Manchester City's passing route, forcing Manchester City to move the football to the wing.

Guardiola's eyelids couldn't stop beating. Why is this tactic so familiar?

Suddenly he had an idea.

Isn't this a repeat of Inter Milan's game against Barcelona?
Guardiola couldn't help but smile and turned his attention to the field again. After several passes, the football came to the feet of Kyle Walker.

Bald Walker faced Rashford's pressing and suddenly started dribbling the ball along the sideline!

This is the fastest full-back in the Premier League!

After Rashford was passed, he quickly chased back. Regardless of his skills, his attitude had passed the test.

Without giving Pogba a chance to defend and steal, Walker passed the ball to the B seat in the middle. The latter was knocked over by Matic who came up, but the football had been returned to the Manchester City half.

From God's perspective.

Manchester City's way of breaking the high-position press is very special. It first involves Manchester United's overall defense line to the wing, and then creates a second attack opportunity through a back pass.

"Stones?"

"Why did he go past Fernandinho? Guardiola was in trouble again in a crucial game!"

It is well known that Guardiola hates double holding midfielders because it compresses the space on the pitch and breaks the basic tenets of his philosophy.

But a single midfielder is prone to many problems.

Therefore, the midfielder came into being and temporarily pushed forward to form 1.5 defensive midfielders, creating a situation where the midfielder played more and less.

Chu Feng quickly stepped forward to press Stones.

However, Manchester City's purpose was to guide Manchester United to change defense. The moment Chu Feng changed the pressing target, Stones passed the ball to Fernandio who was in charge.

Snapped!
Manchester City No. 25 met the ball and made a long pass, and the football accurately fell to the left.

Manchester United's high press was broken, and under Mourinho's urging, they quickly retreated to defend in the backcourt.

The battle for space has officially begun!
Manchester City is a team that runs into space, and Manchester United is a team that positions itself to occupy space!
But for the understanding of football space, no one can surpass Guardiola, not even Mourinho.

David Silva stopped the ball with his chest sideways and flicked the ball past Herrera!

Manchester City fans immediately gave warm applause.

The space magician's performance is not over yet. His passing in a small area is comparable to Messi's, and has transcended the categories of strength and speed.

That's a good use of space.

The continuous fake moves not only shook Matic's center of gravity, but also made Bailly unable to help but step forward to prepare for defense.

"Oh, what a beautiful through ball! It tore apart Manchester United's defense!"

"He is indeed the king of rib space utilization!"

"Aguero!!!"

All the Manchester City fans were shouting the same name, the man who had created 9230 miracles and defeated Manchester United players in Ferguson time!

Due to Bailly's reckless attack, Maguire had to fight alone.

But facing Aguero, who has the fastest contact speed with the ball, Maguire is as bulky as an aircraft carrier turning around.

Aguero got rid of Maguire in two steps, faced De Gea who abandoned the goal, and shot into the far corner to score Manchester United's goal!
The Etihad Stadium was filled with excitement!

Manchester City fans waved their arms wildly and cheered.

Manchester United fans stared wide-eyed and couldn't believe that Manchester City scored in 6 minutes. The speed of the goal was simply outrageous.

Even if the strength gap was too big last season, it was at least a stalemate for dozens of minutes.

"From breaking Mourinho's high press to targeting Manchester United's defense, this is Guardiola's tactical victory!"

"I think Mourinho should be very regretful now."

"Furthermore, the shortcomings of Manchester United's two central defenders have also been exposed. Bailly's habit of going up to the ground will expose the space behind him. Maguire's huge and clumsy size makes him unable to face small and fast players."

"Just now Aguero dribbled the ball into the penalty area, and Maguire was just able to complete the turn. This was really difficult for him."

"Although Maguire's partnership with Bailly worked well before, that was based on the premise that Manchester United's frontcourt offense was strong enough."

"Now facing Manchester City, which combines offense and defense, Bailly's problem of being occasionally irritable has been greatly magnified."

Zhan Jun shook his head.

Zhang Lu next to him continued: "Let's see how Mourinho adjusts?"

(End of this chapter)