Football: Starting from being abandoned by Barcelona

"There was an own goal in the game. Will this accident affect your view of the team's defense or your plan to make tactical adjustments?" Guardiola smiled and responded humorously: "I think it is more appropriate to ask Leverkusen about this question, after all, the own goal did not enter Manchester City's goal." The reporters at the scene all laughed, and Guardiola continued: "But to be honest, such accidents are not uncommon in football matches." "We will not change our tactics or relax our vigilance because of the opponent's mistakes." "On the contrary, this reminds us to stay focused at all times, because the direction of the game may change at any time." "I am very satisfied with our defensive performance, but we still have room for improvement, and we will continue to work hard." "How will Manchester City perform in the next Champions League schedule? Which team do you most want to meet?" The reporters' questions were asked one after another. Guardiola thought for a moment and replied: "We will fight for every game as always."

"There are no weak teams in the Champions League, and every opponent requires us to go all out."

"As for the team we want to meet the most, I think we should focus on ourselves instead of considering the opponent."

"No matter which team we meet, our goal is to win and work towards the championship."

"Does Li Lei's joining have any impact on Manchester City's tactical system? In what areas do you think he needs to improve?"

Guardiola continued: "Li Lei's joining will undoubtedly give me Our offense brings more possibilities. "

"His speed, technique, and sense of goal are all indispensable parts of our offensive system. "

"Of course, he is still young and has a lot of room for improvement. I think he needs to be more calm in the game and make better decisions at critical moments. "

"But this requires time and accumulation of games. Besides, he has now grown into a world-class star. "

The press conference lasted about half an hour, and Guardiola patiently answered every question, reflecting his wisdom and demeanor as a top coach.

After the press conference, Guardiola walked off the stage and accepted some individual interviews. His face was always filled with a confident and satisfied smile.

After the fierce duel with Leverkusen, Li Lei and his Manchester City teammates did not have much time to immerse themselves in the joy of victory.

The next morning, when it was not yet completely bright, they had already gathered in a hurry and started their journey back to Manchester.

Although the cheers on the court last night still echoed in their hearts, the sense of urgency in reality had forced them to switch to a new fighting mode.

Because another more important challenge is waiting for them.

In London, the final of the English League Cup is about to be a big battle, and their opponent is their old rival Liverpool.

This game is of great significance to Manchester City, not only because they gave up the FA Cup early this season, but also because it is the first trophy they may win this season.

The glory of the championship is within reach, but it also brings them unavoidable pressure.

After the plane landed smoothly at Manchester Airport, Manchester City went directly to the training base.

Although the tired body urgently needs rest, Li Lei and his teammates know that every minute is precious preparation time.

In a brief meeting, head coach Guardiola reiterated the requirements of tactical details and strategic arrangements before the game.

Everyone listened attentively, with unprecedented seriousness and concentration on their faces.

Three days passed in a flash, and Manchester City's bus was already shuttling on the highway to London.

Outside the window, the scenery quickly receded, and the players' minds were completely devoted to the upcoming decisive battle.

Manchester City is also very familiar with Liverpool.

Although their performance in the European arena this season is not outstanding, their strength in the Premier League is still very strong.

In the 2015-2016 season, Liverpool showed their strong strength and competitiveness in the league.

Under the leadership of forwards Salah and Mane, their offense is sharp and imaginative, and they can often score at critical moments.

Henderson and Milner in the midfield are the backbone of the team. They can not only control the rhythm of the team, but also play a key role in the transition between defense and offense.

On the defensive end, Liverpool also has solid strength.

The addition of defender Van Dijk has greatly improved the team's defensive level. His tall stature and excellent predictive abilityThe opponent's attack often returns in vain.

Goalkeeper Alisson is also a trustworthy last barrier. His stable performance has won the team many key victories.

In general, Liverpool is a strong team with outstanding performance in all positions and tacit cooperation.

Their quick counterattacks, solid defense, and strong psychological quality at critical moments have made them a very difficult opponent in the Premier League.

Facing such a strong opponent, Manchester City is clearly aware that this will be a very difficult battle.

But at the same time, they are also confident in their own strength.

Under the tactical guidance of Guardiola, under the leadership of a group of world-class stars such as Li Lei, De Bruyne, Sterling, Aguero, they have reason to believe that they have the ability to defeat any opponent and win any trophy.

With the end of the first round of the Champions League knockout round, various exciting games instantly became a hot topic among fans and players.

On the Manchester City team bus, Li Lei and his teammates were also discussing the highlights of these games, especially the amazing performance of Moroccan teenager Mbappe in the match in Barcelona.

"Did you watch the game last night?" De Bruyne asked excitedly, his eyes flashing with pure love for football.

"Mbappe scored a hat trick against Barcelona, ​​it was incredible."

"Yes, his speed is like lightning." Aguero joined the conversation, "Especially the second goal, he broke through from the half to the penalty area, and the Barcelona defenders couldn't catch up with him at all."

Captain Kompany made a more in-depth analysis: "Although the final score was fixed at 3:5, looking at his performance on the court, he is not only fast, but also has excellent feeling and ball control."

"It is really difficult to control the ball and shoot so accurately in high-speed movement."

Li Lei listened to the discussion of his teammates and was also shocked by Mbappe's performance: "His performance is really eye-catching. He will definitely be a hot target for top clubs in the future. He can score 3 away goals against Barcelona. His strength is really strong."

As the bus slowly approached Wembley Stadium, the scene outside the window began to become lively.

Thousands of fans have gathered around the stadium. They are wearing jerseys of various teams, holding flags high, singing and shouting one after another, creating an indescribable warm atmosphere.

The players in the car felt the enthusiasm outside, the conversation gradually decreased, and everyone began to concentrate and prepare for the upcoming decisive battle.

Li Lei adjusted his sitting position, closed his eyes, and silently repeated the coach's tactical arrangements and his own tasks in his mind.

When the bus finally stopped at the dedicated channel, the players got off the bus one after another, and they were greeted by the screams and cheers of the fans.

These sounds were like a force, pushing them to the locker room, ready to put on their uniforms and fight for honor.

Li Lei followed his teammates off the bus and stepped onto the land of Wembley Stadium.

The air was filled with the fresh smell of the lawn, mixed with the cheers of the fans, making people feel excited.

In the locker room, coach Guardiola was mobilizing everyone before the game.

"We have been preparing for this moment for a long time," he looked around at every player with a firm gaze, "Today, we will use all our strength to win the game, win respect, and win glory!"

Looking directly at the head coach's eyes, the players nodded one after another, their eyes full of fighting spirit.

Li Lei felt an unprecedented sense of mission, shouldering the expectations of countless fans.

As the whistle sounded, the players filed out and walked towards the dazzling stadium.

90,000 spectators welcomed them with the warmest applause, and the blue moon flags on the stands fluttered in the wind, with no end in sight.