Football: Starting from being abandoned by Barcelona

With Aguero's goal, Monaco realized that they had to equalize the score as soon as possible, so they launched a fierce counterattack.

In the 31st minute, Monaco quickly organized an attack in the midfield, and Fabinho quickly advanced after receiving the ball.

He passed the ball to Bernardo Silva who was running at high speed on the wing. Silva used his speed and skills to break through Manchester City's defense, cut into the penalty area and shot.

Joe Hart reacted quickly, flew to save the ball and blocked it out of the baseline.

In the 34th minute, Monaco passed the ball to Lemar through a quick short pass.

Lemar's powerful shot at the front of the penalty area was blocked by Otamendi with his body.

The ball bounced outside the penalty area, and Moutinho followed up with a shot, but was blocked in time by Fernandinho.

Monaco players continued to press, but the ball was finally cleared by Mangala.

In the 38th minute, Monaco launched another attack. This time, Falcao received the ball near the midfield and cleverly got rid of Fernando's defense.

He quickly advanced, attracted the attention of Manchester City's defense, and then passed the ball to Mendy who was inserted on the left.

Mendy quickly crossed the ball from the bottom, and the ball went straight to Mbappe in the penalty area. Mbappe jumped high and headed the ball, but Joe Hart once again showed his goalkeeping skills and lifted the ball over the crossbar with both hands.

In the 42nd minute, Monaco continued to press. Bernardo Silva broke through again on the right, cut inside and sent a precise pass to Falcao.

Falcao took the ball with his back and tried to turn and shoot, but was closely guarded by Otamendi.

Falcao passed the ball back to Fabinho on the periphery. Fabinho made a long shot, but the ball was blocked by Mangala.

Monaco won a corner kick, but the corner kick was successfully cleared by Manchester City's defense.

In the 44th minute, Monaco still did not give up. Moutinho organized an attack in the midfield and passed the ball to Lemar who was advancing.

Lemar broke through Kolarov's defense, broke into the penalty area and passed the ball to Mbappe at the back post.

Mbappe faced goalkeeper Joe Hart and his low shot was blocked by Hart with his foot.

Monaco players rushed to the penalty area, but Hart quickly got up and saved the ball.

Manchester City showed excellent defensive organization and teamwork under Monaco's crazy counterattack.

Joe Hart's many key saves gave the team great confidence. Otamendi and Mangala on the back line were as solid as a rock, closely guarding Monaco's offensive players.

Fernandinho and Fernando actively intercepted in the midfield, slowing down Monaco's offensive rhythm.

Li Lei also showed his value in defense. He not only blocked the opponent's breakthrough on the wing, but also retreated many times to assist the midfield defense, stealing and clearing in time.

De Bruyne and Sterling also played a significant role in the frontcourt. They put a lot of pressure on Monaco's defense through quick counterattacks.

Under this fierce attack, the Manchester City team worked together and played steadily, successfully maintaining the 1-0 lead in the first half.

In the Sky Sports live broadcast room, host Keane and guest Jones commented on the first half of the game in the live broadcast room.

Keane: "It was a really exciting game. It turns out that no team that can reach the Champions League semi-finals is a weak team."

"Monaco showed their offensive ability in the first half and frequently threatened Manchester City's goal."

"However, Manchester City's defense was also quite solid, and Joe Hart's several key saves saved the team."

Jones: "Yes, Keane."

"Monaco's offense was very aggressive, especially Mbappe and Falcao, whose speed and skills put Manchester City's defense under great pressure."

"However, Manchester City showed top-level organization and coordination in defense."

"Otamendi and Mangala performed very well in the central defender position, and obviously absorbed the previous league game. The lesson of failure blocked Monaco's multiple offensives. "

Keane: "Li Lei's performance cannot be ignored. He not only made a great contribution in defense, but also assisted Aguero's goal on the offensive end."

"Guardiola's overall layout of the team is very effective, which is also the key for Manchester City to maintain its lead in the first half."

Jones: "Indeed."

"Monaco needs to find a more effective way to attack in the second half, while Manchester City needs to maintain its current defensive intensity and use counterattack opportunities to expand its lead."

"The game in the second half will be more intense, let's wait and see."

In Manchester City's locker room, Guardiola is telling the players about the tactical arrangements for the second half.

The 1:0 lead does not satisfy him. He hopes that the team can continue to strengthen its offense in the second half and strive for more goals.

Guardiola stood in front of the tactical board, pointed at the board with a carbon pen in his hand and said:"Guys, we did a good job in the first half and our defense was solid."

"Monaco caused us a lot of trouble, but we managed to hold off their attack."

"In the second half, we can't let down our guard and continue to maintain this defensive intensity."

He quickly drew new formations and running routes on the tactical board, pointing to the positions of each player and said.

"Li Lei, you continue to create threats on the right, using your speed and skills."

"De Bruyne and Sterling should run more to create opportunities for Li Lei and Aguero."

"Fernandinho and Fernando in the midfield should continue to control the midfield and minimize Monaco's offensive opportunities."

Guardiola paused, looked at the players, and spoke firmly.

"We must not only hold on to this 1:0, but also strive for more goals."

"Monaco will definitely strengthen their offense in the second half. We must remain vigilant, but at the same time we must seize the gaps in their defense and counterattack quickly."

"Believe in yourself, we can do it!"

"Okay, guys, the second half is ours."

"Let's prove our strength with victory! Come on, Manchester City!"

At the beginning of the second half, Manchester City gradually took the initiative in the game.

Li Lei, with the cooperation of De Bruyne, became the core of the team's offense.

He was like a never-stopping engine, constantly launching attacks.

However, Monaco's defenders did their best to disintegrate Manchester City's attacks again and again.

But even the tightest rope will break.