Football: Starting from being abandoned by Barcelona

In the live broadcast room of Sky Sports, host Keane and guest Jones are closely following every detail of the game and providing instant commentary for the audience.

Keane's voice was full of excitement: "Look at the first ten minutes, Leverkusen's young players really scared us all."

"Their attack is like a flood and beast, giving Manchester City no chance to breathe."

Jones next to him also commented: "That's right, Keane! This fearless offensive may be the strategy arranged by their coach before the game."

"However, Manchester City is an experienced team after all. Look at how they quickly adjusted their formation and stabilized their defense."

"Although Leverkusen's attack was fierce, Manchester City did not let them find too many real scoring opportunities."

Keane then analyzed: "This is the depth and calmness of the top team."

"Manchester City's players were not in a hurry, they knew how to stay calm under pressure."

"Especially their midfielders and defenders, they cooperated very well and successfully contained Leverkusen's initial impact."

"It is true that although the passion of young players is difficult to last, their offensive also shows us a possibility of future football."

"However, Manchester City showed why they can stand firm in the European arena, and their experience and technology perfectly solved the passive situation."

The conversation between the two commentators not only interpreted the on-site situation of the game for the audience, but also highlighted Manchester City's coping strategy and psychological quality when faced with sudden attacks.

As the game gradually got on track, Manchester City began to gradually counterattack, trying to respond to Leverkusen's challenge in their own way.

In the tense game, even a dead ball opportunity provided a valuable short break.

Just now, Manchester City's midfield core De Bruyne walked towards his teammate Li Lei with a teasing light in his eyes.

"Hey! Li, what do you think of looking at these young people on the opposite side! It's great to be young!" He said with obvious teasing in his voice.

Li Lei smiled when he heard this and responded: "Kevin, don't talk so mature! You should know that you are not much older than them, just like me! 24 or 25?"

His voice was full of ease, and it was obvious that he did not take De Bruyne's words to heart.

The conversation between the two also reflected their attitude towards the game. Although the momentum of the opponent's young players made the game more difficult, Li Lei and De Bruyne did not want to let the opponent steal the limelight in their home court.

As the game continued, Manchester City began to launch a powerful counterattack.

De Bruyne began to patiently organize the attack in the midfield. Every touch of his ball was accurate and intentional. His vision and passing ability enabled him to accurately analyze the game situation and find the opponent's weaknesses.

At the same time, Li Lei showed his speed and skills on the wing. His feints and breakthroughs frequently threatened Leverkusen's defense.

Li Lei's movements were fast and sharp. He used his speed advantage to constantly test and tear the opponent's defense.

Facing his impact, Bellarabi seemed a little overwhelmed. His defensive posture and reaction speed gradually exposed his fatigue, and his mentality became more and more anxious.

As the game entered the 20th minute, Manchester City players had fully adapted to the offensive of Leverkusen's young team and began to show their tactical maturity and tight defense.

In this crucial Champions League match, every detail may determine the outcome, and Manchester City's defense, led by captain Kompany, performed particularly well.

When Leverkusen midfielder Gonzalo Castro launched another attack and tried to send the ball to striker Sonny Kiesling with a precise pass, Kompany had already keenly sensed the opponent's intention.

He quickly stepped forward and stuck to Kiesling, not giving him any space to turn and handle the ball.

In the TV broadcast, the commentator excitedly commented on this defense: "Oh! Manchester City's defense is really watertight! Their veteran striker failed to turn around in Leverkusen's attack this time."

"We can see that Manchester City's defense system is very tight. With the captain Kompany's stepping forward, the replacement and support defense are very in place."

Facing Kompany's shadowy defense, Kiesling frowned deeply, and he felt unprecedented pressure.

Manchester City's coordinated defense is almost in place in one step. No matter how he adjusts his position or changes his speed, Kompany can always respond in time and perfectly block his offensive route.

Kiesling's heart sank slightly. He knew that facing such a defense, he would face more challenges in the next game.

Manchester City's defense is not just Kompany'sThanks to the efforts of the players, the entire back line was like a high wall, which frustrated Leverkusen's attack again and again.

The game continued. Although Leverkusen kept trying to find a breakthrough, Manchester City's defense left them very little space.

Every attempt by Leverkusen players seemed to be expected. Manchester City players always responded in time and resolved the opponent's threats.

Such defense shows Manchester City's status in European football

Under the night sky of Manchester, Leverkusen's midfielders also realized the dilemma faced by striker Sony Kiessling.

As the ball gradually lost control and transferred to the feet of Manchester City players, they had to quickly adjust their tactics from offense to defense.

As soon as De Bruyne received the ball, he was pressed by Leverkusen midfielder Lars Bender.

Bender's actions were quick and decisive. He knew that for a player like De Bruyne, once he was allowed to move freely in the midfield, it would be a nightmare for the entire defense.

Leverkusen's coaching team had already emphasized before the game that they must closely monitor De Bruyne and try not to let him control the ball and organize the attack smoothly.

However, Manchester City's tactical layout is far more than just De Bruyne.

They also have another experienced strategist-David Silva.

As De Bruyne was pressed, he cleverly passed the ball to David Silva, who was in a better position.

This pass not only cleverly got rid of Bender's pressure, but also instantly freed De Bruyne from the opponent's key defense.

After David Silva received the ball, the scene changed immediately.

His style of play is more delicate, he handles the ball quickly and accurately, and he can always find the best passing route in a small space.

His vision and passing skills make Manchester City's offense more fluent, and also create more space for De Bruyne to operate.

Leverkusen's players soon realized that it was far from enough to just monitor De Bruyne, and Manchester City's offensive line could not be operated by relying on one person.

As the game progressed, they had to face a difficult reality.

Manchester City's midfield is not only unfathomable, but every ball transfer may become a new threat.

In this high-level confrontation, Leverkusen's players must constantly adjust their tactics and positions to cope with the flexibility of Manchester City's midfield.

Every retreat and every pressing must be precise, otherwise Manchester City's midfield masters will find a breakthrough and create fatal offensive opportunities for their forwards.