Football: Starting from being abandoned by Barcelona

The Soccer Vanguard focused on the social and cultural significance of the game, with an article titled: "Mbappe's overnight success: how a football match changed everything?"

Commentators explored the boost in confidence that the victory had on Monaco football and the country as a whole, and how this victory could inspire other small countries' football teams to challenge traditional powerhouses on the international stage.

The column in Sports World focused on Mbappe's future, with the title: "The new favorite of European giants: who will win the battle to sign Mbappe?"

The article analyzed the interest of major giants in Mbappe, discussed his possible destination and the impact on the future of Monaco.

Social media was not far behind, with hashtags such as #Mbappe, #Monaco miracle, and #Barcelona defeat quickly occupying the hot search list of football fans and sports media.

Football fans from all over the world shared their surprise, joy or disappointment on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

The influence of this game far exceeded that of an ordinary football game. It became a symbol for discussing football culture, tactical evolution, international competition and personal heroism.

For Mbappe, this night, he was not only the hero of Monaco, but also the focus of the entire football world.

In the luxurious lounge of Manchester City's training base, the stars sat together, and the news on TV was broadcasting the recent amazing performance of Mbappe and the French Ligue 1 team Monaco.

Monaco's victory has become a hot topic in Europe, and this team is Manchester City's opponent in the Champions League semi-finals.

Li Lei spoke first: "Everyone has seen Mbappe's performance on the field. We can't underestimate Monaco. Their offense is very sharp."

De Bruyne then said: "Indeed, their quick counterattack is very threatening! We need to control the game in the midfield and weaken Monaco's offensive power."

Sterling seemed a little impatient: "We have played against many strong teams. As long as we play at our best, Monaco is not invincible."

Aguero interrupted: "Yes, but we must prove ourselves on the field. Everyone must go all out, especially when defending."

Silva is more concerned about the psychological level: "We can't let their reputation affect our self-confidence."

"Stay focused and control your own rhythm. Mbappe is indeed a threat, but we also have our own strengths."

Coach Guardiola walked into the lounge and felt the tense atmosphere. He said calmly: "We know the importance of the next game."

"Every opponent deserves respect, but at the same time we must trust our own abilities."

"Monaco performed well, which is a challenge and an opportunity for us."

"We must respond to this challenge with our game and our team spirit."

"Let's show the world why we are Manchester City in the semi-finals."

"Let's put aside the Champions League for now and study Chelsea, the next opponent in the league." Guardiola continued.

There are still three days before the next round of the 2015-2016 Premier League. In the 34th round of the 3 days later, they will challenge Chelsea away.

Chelsea, after the reorganization today, showed great strength. They are currently only 1 point away from Tottenham, who is ranked third in the standings, and only 6 points away from the leader Manchester City.

If Manchester City loses in this round, they will lose their leading advantage and even lose their leading position for the entire season.

In Manchester City's strategic meeting room, Guardiola faced his players, who were sitting around a huge tactical board.

The wall showed Chelsea's lineup and their recent game videos.

The atmosphere was serious and tense, and everyone knew the importance of this game.

Guardiola began to explain the tactics: "We know that Chelsea's strength should not be underestimated, especially their control in the midfield and the impact of the forwards."

"Their quick counterattacks and wing attacks are very effective, and we need to be fully prepared in these areas."

He pointed to some key positions on the tactical board: "First, our central defenders must remain highly concentrated against their main shooters."

"Our defense cannot be pushed too far to avoid being torn apart by their quick counterattacks."

Guardiola then analyzed the opponent's defensive weaknesses: "Chelsea's defense is loose when facing high pressure."

"Our forwards and wingers need to take advantage of this and increase the pressure on their back line."

"De Bruyne and Silva, I hope you can initiate a quick offensive transition in the midfield and pass the ball to the front court as soon as possible.. "

Then he turned to Li Lei and Sterling and gave specific instructions: "Li Lei, your breakthrough and speed will be the key to our opening of the situation."

"Sterling, you need to be more active in your positional movement, and use your speed and agility to pull the opponent's defense line."

Guardiola emphasized the team's overall tactics again: "We must keep the ball throughout the game and reduce mistakes."

"Possessing the ball is not only for attacking, but more importantly, it is to avoid leaving opportunities for the opponent."

"We need to find and create offensive opportunities while keeping the ball."

"This game has a huge impact on our season. We can't relax. Everyone must give their best performance."

"I believe in our team and our tactics."

"Now, let's focus all our energy on this game and maintain our leading position. ”

Manchester City (4-2-3-1)

Goalkeeper: Joe Hart

Defenders: Bacary Sagna, Nicolas Otamendi, Eliaquim Mangala, Aleksandar Kolarov

Midfielders: Fernandinho, Fernando, Li Lei, Kevin De Bruyne, Yaya Toure

Forward: Sergio Aguero

Chelsea (4-2-3-1)

Goalkeeper: Thibaut Courtois

Defenders: Cesar Azpilicueta, Gary Cahill, Branislav Ivanovic, Abdul Rahman Baba

Midfielders: John Mikel Obi, Fabregas, Willian, Pedro , Ruben Loftus-Cheek

Forward: Diego Costa

On the day of the match, Manchester City showed solid defensive ability at the beginning of the game, and Chelsea took advantage of the home advantage to launch a fierce attack after the start of the game.

Amid the cheers of Stamford Bridge, the Blues quickly launched an offensive.

Willian and Pedro launched rapid breakthroughs on both wings, frequently trying to break through the defense of Manchester City's full-backs Sagna and Kolarov with speed and skills.

In the midfield, Fabregas's precise passes became the key to Chelsea's attack, and he kept looking for Loftus-Cheek and Diego Costa to cut in.

In the first fifteen minutes, Chelsea had created several dangerous shooting opportunities through Willian and Pedro's wing breakthroughs.

Costa performed several cunning physical confrontations in the Manchester City penalty area, trying to tear open the central defender defense composed of Otamendi and Mangala.