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After determining their opponents for the next round of the Champions League, AC Milan began to study their opponents.

On the third day, Ancelotti began to call the players individually to the office to explain the tactics separately.

First, Ancelotti called Pirlo and Gattuso over.

"In the next Champions League, we will have a double midfielder combination with a central midfielder in a triangle position." Ancelotti looked at Pirlo and Gattuso and said seriously: "You two have only one job, and that is to stop Mei. Xi's dribbling breakthrough, Ivan is good at physical confrontation and pressing! Pirlo can predict the opponent's passing route, but must pay attention to the fact that when running to limit, the two of them must act together."

"When counterattacking, give the ball to Pirlo to make a choice, but you must be decisive!"

Listening to Ancelotti's words, Pirlo frowned and said: "But Barcelona's high press will immediately engage in counter-attacking after we steal the ball."

"Yes! So there will be a central midfielder role. Kaká will also serve as a single attacking midfielder in this game, and the forwards will retreat and move in. These can solve the problem of passing routes for you!"

Pirlo nodded slightly, he basically understood what Ancelotti meant.

It's just a fake pass and control, a real counterattack!

It seems that the pass is to maintain the ball, but in fact there is no advancement. It is to look for opportunities to counterattack while stabilizing the ball.

"Call Pato over!"

After speaking, Ancelotti started calling others again.

After the two left, Pato walked in not long after.

"boss!"

Pato seemed very excited. After all, being called over by his boss alone must have given him some special instructions.

"sit down!"

Without raising his head, Ancelotti pointed to the sofa opposite and said: "I need you to continue to put pressure on the wing. In this game, you will return to the familiar left wing and use your speed and instant explosive power to impact. Barcelona’s defense!”

"I can do it!"

Pato shouted loudly, almost without thinking.

For him, it is a rare opportunity to play in this crucial game.

"In addition to impact, there is also pressing and pressing. You need to cooperate with the strikers to continue to press their midfielder. You, Su Ke and Kaka, the three of you need to run actively. I want the ball players to run. The volume must reach the maximum peak of the entire team!”

Pato nodded to express his understanding.

Next it was Suk and Kaka's turn.

Ancelotti elaborated the same words to them.

"Isn't this oppression from a high position?"

Su Ke understood immediately.

Ancelotti nodded: "Yes! This is not pure high pressure, but a method to confuse the opponent. Barcelona's strength is reflected in the midfield."

"With the combination of Xavi, Iniesta + Messi, we can't let them pass the ball comfortably. Although we can't make half-court steals in a real sense, we still have to make them aware that there is pressure and pressing, so that they The ball will not be so calm!"

Ancelotti said solemnly: "We need to let them pass the ball to Messi anxiously, and then use the double midfielder combination of Gattuso and Pirlo to intercept and press!"

Su Ke blinked, this tactic is a bit interesting!

It is full of details and has many rationalities.

The most important thing is that the double midfielder restricts Messi's tactics. Isn't this the tactic used by Mourinho's Inter Milan to snipe Barcelona!

At that time, Mourinho used Motta and Cambiasso to form a double midfielder. This seemingly clumsy combination used just the right steals to cleverly steal the ball and control it at his feet.

During the period when Barcelona was popular, this Inter Milan was the only team that hated Barcelona.

However, AC Milan does not have the 'best defense in the world' like Inter Milan.

To do this, they need to use fake passes and pressure to confuse their opponents.

A series of means and tactical arrangements are all in preparation for the next counterattack!

In summary, everything is fake!

Only counterattack is real!

Especially in the first half, this is the most critical moment. AC Milan will inevitably bear greater offensive pressure. They must get effective counterattacks and goals.

Ancelotti deserves to be a top coach, he quickly grasped the key factors and made arrangements!

"There are also new tactics!" Ancelotti said; "In the next game, I will give you a lot of game time to run in. You must complete the running in in half a month. This is the most critical link! "

The reason why Ancelotti dared to play like this was because of the new tactics developed by Suker and Kaká.

That kind of terrifying impact, once it enters Barcelona's half, their defense will definitely not be able to withstand it.

As long as AC Milan counterattacks, Barcelona will suffer.

Of course, tactics are tactics, which is a major premise. The specifics also depend on the performance of the players.

For example, if Gattuso and Pirlo cannot limit Messi, then everything is empty talk.

AC Milan couldn't even make limited tackles, let alone counterattack.

"Understood!"

Suk and Kaka nodded.

Ancelotti has done well enough to achieve this level.

Ancelotti nodded: "We will also wear long spikes for training in the following training matches."

"Long spikes?"

Suk was surprised.

Long spikes are meant to cope with slippery weather such as rain. I don’t know if it will rain on the day of the competition, so why should I wear long spikes?

AC Milan's training ground began to be poured with a large amount of water during the midday break, causing rainwater to accumulate throughout the stadium.

During afternoon training, AC Milan players came to the court wearing long spiked shoes.

The entire course was slippery.

Suker's tentative pass.

The ball could not roll far at all, and it was difficult to pass due to the accumulation of water under the lawn.

"Loss!" Su Ke sighed; "What a loss!"

The first round of the game is AC Milan's home game!

Ancelotti made adequate preparations, even taking into account venue factors.

In such a water-filled venue, Barcelona's short passes will inevitably be greatly reduced. Not only is the passing effort difficult, but the delivery is also difficult.

It can be said that this kind of venue is a nightmare for teams like Barcelona that play ground tactics.

Although AC Milan will also pass and control, they only control the ball.

Their ultimate move or counterattack!

That is the long ball!

Ancelotti used all means to expand his advantage and limit Barcelona as much as possible.

It can be felt that Ancelotti is bound to win this round of home games!

Ancelotti is so well-prepared that AC Milan cannot let it slip.

The rest of the training will be conducted on this slippery surface.

AC Milan must adapt to this kind of venue in advance.

"Pass it here!"

"Fill up! Fill up!"

"Pato! Come back and catch the ball!"

Kaka and Pato cooperated in a one-two and passed the defensive player.

Kaka started to advance quickly with the ball, but after throwing away the opponent's midfielder with a horizontal move, he directly kicked the ball and passed.

Maldini stared at where the ball landed and planned to destroy it.

But Su Ke suddenly appeared in front of him and completed the jump first.

Before Maldini could make any interfering action, Suker had already completed the goal with a head shake.

Uh-huh!

The ball accurately penetrated into the blind spot on the left side of the goal.

"Beautiful! This combination is great!"

Suk gave a thumbs up to Kaka.

Kaka shook his head and said: "The frustration is still very strong!"

Su Ke patted Kaka on the shoulder: "Don't worry about these details. Your metronome function is very good. The sudden change in rhythm will catch the opponent off guard. But when passing the ball, you can pass it better. I Can jump higher."

Although Barcelona has outstanding technology, the aerial battle in the back line is a flaw.

At the very least, Suk didn't think the opponent had the ability to limit himself in the air.

During the counterattack, AC Milan broke through and passed from both wings, and Suker was able to end the attack with his personal ability.

Of course, these are all pre-game drills, and there will be more accidents and emergencies during the game.

Player performance is also a key factor.

Therefore, AC Milan must first lay the foundation in order to increase the probability of winning.

The home victory must be won!

In the away game, based on the previous round, the opponent is further restricted.

And all of this is decided on the basis of winning the first round.

If you lose at home!

Then AC Milan has completely lost hope!

This is a must-win game!