Football: The strongest post-zero generation

"The visiting team Liverpool are wearing purple and blue jerseys and shorts. The official formation is 433, with goalkeeper Alisson, defenders Robertson, Van Dijk, Joe Gomez and Alexander-Arnold, and midfield three Wijnaldum, Milner and Li Qing, three forwards: Mane, Firmino and Salah.”

Juli TV commentator Zhan Jun reported the starting lineups of the players on both sides to the fans in front of the TV.

"The home team Arsenal is wearing the traditional red jersey and white shorts. The official formation is 4231, with goalkeeper Leno, defenders Kolasinac, Holding, Mustafi and Bellerin, with double midfielders. Card partnered with Torreira, the front three of Mkhitaryan, Ramsey and Aubameyang, with forward Lacazette at the front responsible for harassing Liverpool's defense..."

Liverpool, who had a kick-off advantage, did not turn around and quickly gave the ball to the home team Arsenal players.

Arsenal's style of play in the Wenger era was elegant and beautiful, and many of their goals were amazing, especially the shocking goal scored by Giroud in the end.

However, Emery's football is very different from Wenger's. Therefore, Arsenal's playing style has changed to some extent in the post-Wenger era, and sometimes it even makes Arsenal fans feel strange. However, because this is the first post-Wenger era During the season, Arsenal fans are also mentally prepared, thinking that as long as the record of the team coached by Emery is not too ugly, it will be OK.

Emery is also self-aware and realizes that Liverpool is currently one of the most capable teams in the world. Even in home games, he is prepared to defend with all his strength. He never expected that Liverpool's first wave of offensive did not guard Leno's goal. Bringing a threat, giving up possession of the ball without even a shot.

It’s unscientific!

Logically speaking, Liverpool should have the majesty of the top team and hold Arsenal in the defensive half for friction!

Arsenal, who had the advantage in possession of the ball, were temporarily unprepared. The first attack was when backcourt player Holding directly looked for Lacazette.

Lacazette, who was just over 1.8 meters tall, obviously couldn't benefit from Van Dijk, who was over 1.9 meters tall, so... Arsenal's first wave of offense ended.

Many Arsenal fans in the audience were ready to cheer, but... the possession of the ball was quickly given away.

China Channel 5 commentator He Wei rolled his eyes and couldn't help laughing: "Why does it feel like this football is like a hot potato? Liverpool may not have been prepared for the first attack and made a mistake. Arsenal must be too anxious." ?”

"Arsenal must have been prepared for a defensive counterattack. Liverpool made a passing error not long after the start. Obviously the Arsenal players were not ready yet."

Guest commentator Xu Yang laughed.

At the same time, Arsenal captain Xhaka turned his head and pressed his palms down on Holding who was passing the long ball, signaling... don't be anxious, take your time.

Liverpool, who were in possession of the ball again, played very focused and made full use of the width of the field. When Li Qing got the ball, he always heard a loud roar from the audience.

In addition to being unfamiliar at the away game at first, as I played more and more away games, I gradually adapted to this kind of treatment, and I became comfortable playing and performing with ease.

Li Qing, who has a talented [leader], can often bring great confidence to his teammates. His good mentality can drive the teammates around him to play attentively, so they all believe that 11 consecutive league wins will be within reach!

It's just that this process may be a bit tortuous, but the result... is beautiful.

Of course, hard work is necessary, otherwise there will be an upset.

In the blink of an eye, the first five minutes of the first half passed quickly. Neither side had a chance to directly threaten the opponent's goal. However, Liverpool took the initiative with its overall advantage and was able to control the football at its feet most of the time.

The game tactic formulated by Emery's Arsenal before the game was to defend and counterattack. Therefore, Liverpool's dominance of the offense was already expected. Although it was a bit difficult to deal with, Leno's goalkeeping was at least relatively safe and there was no real threat.

Li Qing is Liverpool's most threatening player, and Arsenal invests the most in defense. However, Liverpool's current tactical system is very mature and does not particularly rely on Li Qing on the offensive end.

Mane, Firmino and Salah can all threaten Arsenal's defense. In addition to Milner in the midfield, who specializes in rough work, Wijnaldum can share a certain amount of back-breaking and participate in offense and organization. Offense.

Besides, Milner is not only good at defense. His defensive ability and attitude were key factors in Klopp transforming him into a full-back and defensive midfielder. At the beginning of his career, he mainly played as an attacking midfielder.

When Li Qing and Wijnaldum are closely guarded, Milner can also make a temporary guest appearance as an organizing midfielder.

Firmino is often at the front to attract firepower. His organizational skills are the strongest in Liverpool's midfield and frontcourt except Li Qing. When Firmino retreats to organize the attack, he can often send exquisite passes. ball.

Again, the offensive methods Liverpool are good at have been thoroughly studied by Emery. In addition, Arsenal's defensive players were very focused on defense at the beginning of the game, and it was difficult for Liverpool's offense to find opportunities.

Emery and Klopp were both nervous while standing in their respective command areas, but upon closer inspection, Emery was more nervous.

Who makes the current Arsenal lineup better than the Liverpool lineup?

Especially in terms of the player's stable scoring ability.

In addition to Li Qing who can average two goals per game for Liverpool, Mane and Salah both have strong scoring abilities.

Time passed by second by second, and it came to fifteen minutes in the blink of an eye. During this period of time, Emery, whose hair was arranged meticulously, was anxious. From time to time, he stood on the sidelines and made inflammatory body movements to the players on the court. While relieving one's own pressure, it also stimulates the excitement and enthusiasm of the players on the field.

There was no flaw in the defense of Arsenal players, but Xhaka and Mkhitaryan received a yellow card. Obviously this will have a certain impact on the next game.

Two minutes into the game, the Arsenal fans at the Emirates Stadium were watching with fear. They would subconsciously hold their breath until the ball reached Li Qing's feet, fearing that Li Qing would suddenly explode at that moment.

In the 19th minute, Li Qing received a pass from Milner and accelerated suddenly. Mkhitaryan, who was carrying a yellow card, did not dare to foul. Xhaka, who was guarding the middle, fought and retreated, and also did not dare to foul. , Torreira, who was defending, obviously knew this. He knocked down Li Qing from the side who went out to play the ball in advance.

"Beep~"

The referee Oliver on duty decisively blew his whistle to signal Torreira for a foul.

Perhaps considering the home field factor, Torreira, who committed a tactical foul, did not receive a yellow card.

Xhaka, one of the two defensive midfielders, received a yellow card, and the other defensive midfielder Torreira's foul only gave Liverpool a free kick relatively close to the goal. What an unfortunate blessing!

Emery immediately exhaled a long breath, but the breath got stuck in his throat before he could fully exhale.

Is it really a blessing in misfortune?