ASTNovels Chapter 486 Bai Yi didn’t consider himself the overlord!
Chapter 486 Bai Yi didn’t consider himself the overlord!
Madrid, Spain.
Football temple.
Santiago Bernabeu.
Star-studded, the pinnacle showdown of the Champions League, the final battle of 2010 is about to begin.
"Good evening, viewers, we are following the camera to the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid, where the final of the 2009-2010 UEFA Champions League will be staged.
The biggest suspense is that Leeds United, which has dominated European football for three years, can achieve its fourth consecutive championship tonight! "
"Whether Inter Milan, which Moratti has worked so hard for many years, can turn the dream of returning to the international era into reality will also be the focus tonight!
In the duel between the Premier League hegemon and the Serie A class hegemon, the strongest has its own strong opponent, and there is always a higher mountain.
In this football world, there can only be one biggest winner every year!
Cruel but realistic, winner takes all! "
"The white-clothed tyrant and the magic bird battle it out at the top. This reunion is the game of kings among champions!
The calm but powerful tyrant in white and the weather-stained Magic Bird with mature charm are both models of elegance. Together, they will define the European arena in 2010. Winners and losers, but a good opponent will make the champion shine even more. ! "
"This year's Champions League final is naturally full of stars. Let's take a look at the starting lineups of the two teams.
Defending champions Leeds United started with 433.
Goalkeeper: Neuer.
Defenders: Belletti, Thiago Silva, Helguera, Baines.
Midfielder: Modric, Kaká, Kante.
Forwards: Deisler, Suarez, Gareth Bale.
The Whites' starting lineup was a surprise.
Ronaldo and Van Bronckhorst sat on the bench.
Maybe it's a matter of age. They just experienced an FA Cup final a few days ago, and it even played overtime.
Or maybe Brother Hao is saving it as a backup.
Inter Milan's starting lineup today is also 433.
Goalkeeper: Cesar.
Defenders: Maicon, Samuel, Lucio, Chivu.
Midfielder: Zanetti, Sneijder, Cambiasso.
Forwards: Pandev, Diego Milito, Eto'o.
Inter Milan's starting lineup is basically expected.
Although both teams have a starting lineup of 433, Leeds United should be more active than Inter Milan. As we all know, Mourinho's team uses anti-counterattack tactics.
The pre-match kick-off ceremony is about to end, and the final battle of the season is about to begin. Let us cheer for Leeds United in white! "
Shen Hao looked at Inter Milan's lineup.
The average team ability is close to 175.
Very strong.
Leeds United's team ability average reached just over 175.
The main reason is that Cantera has lowered the average team ability. As long as he can grow to 175, and Gareth Bale and Suarez grow a little more, then Leeds United's average team ability can exceed 180.
It can be said that the two teams are neck and neck.
But in general, this is not the matchup with the highest average team ability in the Champions League in recent years.
Leeds United was the strongest last season, and both Barcelona and 180 are at the ceiling level of the top ranks.
But this also shows that Leeds United's strength in reaching the Champions League final this season is better than in the past, and that it is not easy for Inter Milan to advance to the final.
The referee blows the whistle to start the game.
Both Leeds United and Inter Milan were very cautious, and the pace was not fast after the start. Leeds United took control of the ball calmly and organized the offensive.
Not surprisingly, Inter Milan put on a defensive counterattack posture.
When Gareth Bale forced his way past Maicon on the left, Maicon was caught off guard.
Perhaps he didn't expect that a nobody to him would be so presumptuous.
After being overtaken by Gareth Bale on the outside, Maicon became more vigilant.
Fortunately, Inter Milan's defense was in place and Gareth Bale's cross failed to pass Samuel.
Inter Milan's quick counterattack started immediately, but Leeds United did not expose them to obvious space.
After Pandev advanced from the right, he encountered Modric's help on the wing. He quickly passed the ball across the middle to find Sneijder, but the latter failed to deliver the threatening ball due to Kaká's pursuit and Kante's frontal interception.
He just sent the ball to Eto'o's feet in an orderly manner.
Eto'o dribbles inside, Belletti moves inside to defend, and Kante retreats from the center.
Eto'o tried to form a collision with Milito, but Kanter and Thiago Silva quickly intercepted the ball.
Mourinho frowned slightly on the sidelines.
Diego Milito's ability to protect the ball can be said to be second only to Drogba in the center position in European football this season, and his ability to catch the ball in the penalty area and create opportunities by himself is slightly better than Drogba. .
In terms of performance this season, each has its own merits, and they are all the ceiling at the center position.
Ronaldo is a pure opportunistic shooter.
And other centers are completely incomparable with them.
But even such a strong Diego Milito failed to even provide ball support just now.
Obviously Leeds United's targeted defense against him is still in place.
Mourinho took a deep look at that inconspicuous little black egg.
Kanter!
His running just now was very efficient in coverage. He first blocked Sneijder head-on, then retreated to press Diego Milito.
Speaking of which, this is more comprehensive than Makelele who simply delays the defense and presses.
When Mourinho studied Leeds United, he naturally discovered that Leeds United has emerged many rookies this season that make European football giants coveted.
Mourinho, who loves counterattacks, was naturally even more impressed by Kanter.
Shen Hao dared to throw a 19-year-old young player onto the stage of the Champions League final. This courage is indeed admirable, and even a bit embarrassing.
For Shen Hao.
Why not dare?
In last year's Champions League final, Guardiola was able to use Busquets, who had only one year of experience in the top league.
What psychological burden does he have to trust Kanter?
In a green world, the strong come to power.
Age is never an issue.
The key is strength!
Leeds United's offense was obviously very restrained.
The four-man attack group led by Kaka tried their best to create threats. At the same time, the defense from the front line could also suppress and weaken the quality of Inter Milan's counterattack to a certain extent.
Neither team invested much in offense.
The threats that can be created are relatively limited.
In the 14th minute of the game, Deisler received the ball from the right side of the frontcourt and sent the ball diagonally into the right side of the penalty area.
Suarez moved smartly and crossed behind Lucio. The latter retreated to compress the space. After receiving the ball, Suarez took a step towards the baseline steering wheel and swung his leg to pass the ball.
Gareth Bale watched as he ran inside and outflanked the ball.
At the critical moment, Cesar made a save and blocked the ball with one palm.
The football flying out from the front was about to be controlled by the forward Kaka.
In a flash of lightning, veteran Zanetti raised his leg while running and kicked the ball aside.
This allowed Kaka to hit the air and fail to shoot.
Inter Milan launched a quick counterattack.
But Leeds United's midfield players quickly retreated.
Eto'o pushed forward from the left into the dangerous area, but there were not many options.
Either rush alone or cooperate with Diego Milito.
At this time, Sneijder was blocked by Leeds United players who were returning to defend.
So Eto'o cut the ball inside and met Modric, then sent the ball short again to find Diego Milito, who turned around with the ball and immediately shot.
The ball flies toward the goal but poses no threat.
Neuer confiscated the ball easily.
Mourinho applauded from the sidelines.
Although this is a counterattack, it is not necessarily a good opportunity for Inter Milan.
The key is that Leeds United's overall defense did not press forward, and the midfield attack was also very restrained.
When Modric reaches the frontcourt, a real good opportunity may appear.
Leeds United repeatedly attacked from the side and then suddenly shifted their attack to the center.
Although Kaka's sudden advance got rid of Zanetti, the ball was destroyed under the attack of Cambiaso and Lucio.
Shen Hao watched in disbelief from the sidelines.
To be honest, Zanetti is about to turn 37 years old, and it is already a miracle that he can maintain his current state.
Lucio, who had always been very impetuous when playing for Bayern Munich, was able to hold the defense with great restraint, play calmly and calmly.
This is definitely the result of Mourinho's excellent work in coaching this Inter Milan team.
Both teams actually defended well after the start today.
Inter Milan's tight interception restrictions in the middle limited Kaká's performance.
Leeds United's lack of absolute pressure and attack also prevented Inter Milan from having a particularly good chance to counterattack.
Inter Milan's offensive advance into the frontcourt is basically a wave of fast breaks.
Quality doesn't matter, but try to complete the offense as much as possible.
As for counterattacks, the first thing to avoid is that the counterattack is not launched, but is intercepted by the opponent and successfully breaks on the spot.
So who is fighting back against whom?
Mourinho, as a master coach of counterattacks, naturally knows this very well.
Shen Hao gestured from the sidelines.
Today I have foreseen that Kaka's space to play will not be very good, just like Leeds United will not give Diego Milito the ideal space to control the ball, and the blockade of Sneijder is also in place.
Shen Hao gestured to his disciples on the sidelines.
Leeds United's attacking form has changed.
Gareth Bale and Deisler frequently cut inside to shoot.
Leeds tried to distract Zanetti and Cambiasso defensively.
Inter Milan certainly knows that this is creating a better environment for Kaka to perform.
Once Zanetti and Cambiasso were restrained by the threat posed by the Leeds United winger cutting inside.
Then the defensive blockade of Kaka will inevitably reduce the intensity.
So at this time, if Gareth Bale and Deisler have the ability to cut through their defenses individually, Inter Milan can only choose to accept their fate.
After all, the bright card is Kaka, and the threat of Kaka is definitely the number one concern.
Gareth Bale and Deisler took turns cutting inside and shooting long shots.
The effect is so-so.
Sometimes it will be blocked by defenders, sometimes it will fly away or be saved by Cesar's wonderful save.
In general, without the world wave, it is impossible to penetrate Cesar's ten fingers.
For Inter Milan, Sneijder has always been able to smoothly and efficiently complete the offensive organization of offense and defense transitions.
But the advancement of Pandev and Eto'o could not create a fatal threat with Diego Milito.
The game scene is actually a bit dull.
Seeing that the first half of the game is coming to an end.
Leeds United's offense once again reached the frontcourt.
Deisler quickly passed the ball diagonally behind Cambiasso after dribbling inside.
Suarez took the initiative to run and pass the ball diagonally back to the center.
When Kaka moved forward quickly, Zanetti returned to defend, and Samuel and Lucio closed the door to defend.
Chivu and Maicon were also in the penalty area.
This does not necessarily allow Suarez to move forward and Kaká find a suitable passing route.
Kaka tried to force a breakthrough, but when he dunked Samuel, Maicon was in place and blocked Kaka's forward path.
Cesar attacked and confiscated the ball, while Kaka was blocked by Maicon and delayed.
Inter Milan fans breathed a sigh of relief.
Although they are very familiar with Kaka.
In the past many Milan derbies, Inter Milan has placed key restrictions on Kaká.
But this year's Kaka is as strong as a demon.
They couldn't help but feel nervous when they saw Kaka controlling the ball.
The first half of the game came to an end.
The two teams ended goalless.
As he walked towards the players' tunnel, Mourinho's calm eyes exuded a look of thought.
From the perspective of fans and spectators, Leeds United is obviously afraid of Inter Milan's quick counterattack.
But Mourinho naturally thinks more and thinks deeper.
Leeds United's formation and the form they showed in the game.
This is definitely not as simple as fearing Inter Milan's defensive counterattack.
It seems like Leeds United still have something up their sleeve.
But what exactly is the backhand?
Ronaldo? Van Bronckhorst?
Mourinho couldn't figure it out.
Kaka, the biggest killer, is on the court. Do you really expect Kaka to pave the way for Ronaldo?
Based on Mourinho's understanding and research of Shen Hao, this is definitely not the case.
Just like Leeds United played Barcelona last year, Leeds United will create better space for Ronaldinho to play, but only if Ronaldinho is on the court!
Ronaldo is not even on the court. Do you still expect him to get into the state and adapt to the situation immediately after he comes on the court?
In this process, Inter Milan will inevitably make targeted defensive adjustments.
So no matter how Leeds United shapes the situation, it will either have no effect or the effect will be greatly reduced.
what is it?
Mourinho suddenly stopped and raised his head before walking into the locker room, looking surprised.
Could it be?
Mourinho thought of a possibility.
It can be said that Inter Milan played this game in its strongest form.
No matter how much time they are given, he cannot be stronger than he is today!
Because... the key player Zanetti is almost 37 years old, and the further back he goes, the weaker he becomes.
As for other players, they are either at the peak of their abilities or at the end of their peak.
In the future, there will be only unstable factors.
But Leeds United is different.
Even though Leeds United has a 35-year-old veteran like Helguera, they still have more young players.
Leeds United is not the strongest today, but will be stronger in the future!
The future of some teams is certain.
Before the star of hope is locked, it can be said that there is any possibility, but it can also be said that there is no future.
There is a future for Leeds United.
Because young players such as Gareth Bale, Kanter, and Kyle Walker are their future, they can be seen and touched.
So in terms of mentality in this game, Mourinho made a mistake in his prediction!
Shen Hao is not simply afraid of Inter Milan.
Instead, he completely lowered his stance.
He is not at all domineering with the arrogance of a European football hegemon. He is eager to win a battle, crush his opponents, and prove how invincible and invincible he and his team are.
On the contrary, Leeds United really wants to gradually establish its overall basic advantage in the game!
What is the basis?
Physical fitness!
Between Zanetti, Lucio and Samuel in the first half, how big the difference will be in speed, explosive power and reaction ability after 75 minutes?
What if it's 90 minutes later?
What about after 105 minutes?
Mourinho isn't sure.
But he thinks the probability is high.
Leeds United really don’t think of themselves as overlords!
This kind of opponent is the most terrifying.