Football: Starting from being abandoned by Barcelona

Even though the score was 1 goal lower, Leicester City players did not panic. Young players such as Li Lei had experienced many times of falling behind in the first 7 rounds.

They continued to play their own style step by step and waited for opportunities. Li Lei always actively participated in the offensive organization and maintained good cooperation with his teammates.

In the middle, center forward Vardy was high in the front court, ready to form a double arrow with Li Lei, while other teammates were also actively supporting and preparing to build an offensive.

Everyone did not rush to take risky moves because of the situation of falling behind by one goal. The game is still long. As long as they are patient and organized, the opportunity will come.

Leicester City is stabilizing its position step by step, waiting for the best time to counterattack.

To the surprise of Leicester City players, Middlesbrough implemented strict man-to-man defense against Li Lei.

Whenever Li Lei got the ball, two or three opponent players would quickly surround him.

His breakthrough route and passing angle were all tightly guarded.

Under this confinement, Li Lei could only be forced to pass the ball back to his teammates.

Middlesbrough obviously studied this rookie team and designed tactics especially for their core new star.

This kind of defense blocked Leicester City's offense across the board, and it was impossible to play the advantage of Li Lei, who was good at passing the ball.

Coach Pearson loudly commanded on the sidelines, trying to adjust the strategy and make other players active to distract the opponent's attention.

But Middlesbrough's defensive tactics were very successful, and the young Leicester City fell into an offensive dilemma.

After Li Lei was forced to pass back again, he couldn't help but cursed"shit" in a low voice.

Half an hour into the game, he still couldn't exert his influence, and he was obviously anxious and dissatisfied.

The dense defense in front of him once again made him feel caught in a dilemma. As a new star, he knew the responsibilities and expectations he shouldered.

But the performance in this game was far worse than he and everyone imagined. Li Lei clenched his fists, bit his lips, and secretly reminded himself to stay calm.

Hearing Li Lei's curse, the Middlesbrough defender Bugs who was defending him showed a sneer at the corner of his mouth.

He leaned close to Li Lei's ear and said in a voice that only the two of them could hear:"Little guy, you are still too young, and this little defense makes you helpless?"

Li Lei's face sank. He knew that his opponent was deliberately provoking him, but as a professional player, he had to control his emotions.

Li Lei ignored Bugs' provocation and returned to his position silently. He secretly clenched his fists in his heart. He must prove himself and break this line of defense!

Bugs saw that Li Lei was not fooled, sneered, and then devoted himself to the tight defense against him.

Sure enough, the tactic of only defending and not attacking was destined to be unsustainable. Middlesbrough's striker finally found an opportunity to tear open Leicester City's defense.

The ball went straight into the penalty area, and Middlesbrough got a dangerous shooting opportunity!

Leicester City's defenders and goalkeepers quickly surrounded them and tried to resolve the crisis, but the Middlesbrough player's shot deviated from the goal.

Leicester City finally escaped, but the formation also exposed a flaw.

However, only 5 minutes later, Middlesbrough's players launched an attack again, and this time the goddess of luck did not take care of Leicester City again. Just as the two sides were engaged in a fierce contest, Middlesbrough scored again!

A long shot broke through Leicester City's defense and hit the dead corner!

Before the boys of Leicester City could react, they heard the whistle.

"GOAL!Middlesbrough 2-0!"

"The goal was scored by Wick, let's give him the warmest applause."

The game was halfway through and Middlesbrough was leading by two goals. The situation was extremely unfavorable for Leicester City.

Li Lei and his teammates looked solemn. Falling behind by two goals again dealt a heavy blow to their offense.

It was too difficult to equalize the score in a short period of time. They had to work hard on defense, or at least not lose the ball again.

The fans of Middlesbrough cheered, and the home team had a clear advantage.

In sharp contrast to the score of 0:2 behind Middlesbrough, Li Lei was filled with depression. He spat outside the court, trying to vent his inexplicable irritability.

Li Lei suddenly realized that something was wrong with this game from the beginning. Perhaps it was the smooth performance in the first seven rounds that brought The whole team lacked a sense of urgency.

The opponent Middlesbrough was well prepared and implemented targeted tactics from the beginning. The two teams had an obvious gap in psychological attitudes, which was also the fundamental reason for the passive score.

Li Lei clenched his fists in regret. They should not forget to be cautious in the battle because of a momentary complacency.

Now they must adjust their state as soon as possible, tighten their spirits, and strive to open up the situation in the second half.

The first half ended quickly. The moment the referee whistle sounded, Li Lei and his teammates were full of disappointment.

Everyone sat in the locker room dejectedly, waiting for the arrival of head coach Pearson.

Sure enough, Pearson strode in with a rage on his face.

"What are you doing!" He angrily questioned:"Is this how you deal with important games?"

Li Lei and his teammates lowered their heads silently, feeling that they were to blame.

"I don't care how many games you have won before, remember not to be complacent!" Pearson continued to sternly criticize.

"Now I'll give you 10 minutes to calm down. In the second half, you must give it your all without reservation.!"

"We are the home team! Let the opponent see the real Leicester City!"

After listening to the coach's accusation, Li Lei had no complaints, he just wanted to adjust his mentality as soon as possible.

He knew that any negative emotions now would only hinder him, so he began to walk slowly in the locker room, doing simple stretching exercises.

He tried to get his body into the game state as soon as possible, and any extra rest time might be a disadvantage in the second half.

Li Lei closed his eyes and outlined the opponent's tactical deployment and teammates' running positions in his mind.

At the beginning of the second half, Leicester City actively launched an offensive, and a through ball was sent to Li Lei's feet, and he immediately launched a quick breakthrough!

Before the ball landed, Li Lei had already started suddenly and rushed to the right.

The Middlesbrough defender who was defending him The defender was shocked by his explosive power for a moment.

Li Lei went straight to the wing without hesitation, preparing to launch an attack from the right. Several Middlesbrough defenders hurriedly held on to him, trying to intercept his breakthrough.

Li Lei was very agile, and he shook off his opponent with a slight shake of his body! He quickly sent the ball into the opponent's penalty area.

Just when Li Lei successfully broke into the opponent's penalty area, his teammates had not had time to follow up!

The Middlesbrough defender cleared the ball with one foot.

The attacking Leicester City formation was instantly opened, and Middlesbrough seized the opportunity to launch a counterattack!

Several Middlesbrough frontcourt players quickly advanced and went straight to Leicester City's half!

The Leicester City defense, which was still attacking just now, was instantly in chaos, and hurriedly retreated to try to fill the gap.

Li Lei also retreated to defend at high speed at the first time.