Chinese champion

Chapter 245
Mancini is very upset recently. After losing the Italian Derby, Inter Milan won two, drew two and lost one in the next five league games. Although the results are not bad, the results of their two most direct competitors are even more terrifying. AC Milan has won five consecutive victories, including ending Juventus' record of winning 3:1 at home, while Juventus also has four wins and one loss, leading Inter Milan by as much as 10 points, ranking first, and AC Milan in second place. Leading Inter Milan by eight points, almost at the beginning of the season, Inter Milan was left behind by them for a considerable distance.

The dark horse of this season has changed from Udinese to Fiorentina, which has just rushed to the first division. They have achieved eight wins, one draw and two losses in 11 rounds, ranking third with 25 points. Leading Inter Milan by five points, and their top scorer, striker Luca Toni, who played for Palermo last season, scored 11 goals in 13 games, ranking first in the scorer list, while Zhong Yan only played three times. The goal was missed, but Yao Le got ten chances to play. His bravery left a deep impression on everyone.

The match against Parma is three days later, and Mancini is still hesitating, should Pizarro or Pei Wei play the main attacking midfielder?
Veron was injured, and his options were only these two. Pizarro has a strong defensive ability, while Pei Wei is better in offense.

Defensive or offensive?In fact, this is a question that does not need an answer.

After three rounds of invincibility, Mancini can no longer watch the gap between Inter Milan and the top team widen. All he needs is to attack and attack again!
Against Parma, a draw is not an acceptable result. What Mancini needs is victory!
In these two days of training, Mancini has been handing over the yellow vest symbolizing the main players to Pei Wei, which seems to indicate that Pei Wei, who has been away from the game for more than eight months, will return to the game on Sunday. to the field!
This round of the league is a good opportunity for Inter Milan to narrow the gap with the previous teams. No.2 AC Milan will fight against No.3 Fiorentina in the away game, while Juventus will face the challenge of Rome in the away game.

The match between the Milan duo started at the same time, while the Juventus-Roma match was played a day earlier.

This game disappointed the Milan duo. Juventus defeated Roma in the away game. They miraculously completed four goals in 7 minutes. The penalty kick became meaningless, 605:4, the old woman won their No.1 victory in the twelve rounds of the season, ranking first with 11 points.

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It was the first time that Pei Wei felt so excited because he had the opportunity to play in a game. For more than a month, he had worked very hard in training, but Mancini probably didn't dare to risk himself in the game because he had just recovered from his injury. Both Veron and Pizarro performed well, so they didn't have the chance to play by themselves. Several times, they could only sit in the stands and watch other teammates play on the field.

But this time the opportunity came, Veron was injured, and Pizarro's performance in these two rounds was not very good. Mancini finally allowed himself to practice with the main lineup in training. It seems that tomorrow's game is very likely It is the main force.

Tomorrow's opportunity must be grasped. Since I came to Italy, it has not been very smooth. Could it be that I am like those stars who went from La Liga to Serie A, and they will not be able to play in a league with stronger defense?
Will not!Pei Wei clenched his fists, I will definitely seize the opportunity in tomorrow's game and establish myself as the main force!

Pei Wei has never doubted his ability.

At the same time, in an apartment in Florence, Yao Le sat up from the bed: "Cup, are you still awake?"

Zhong Yan smiled wryly: "How can I sleep, tomorrow it seems that I will be a substitute again, alas, you are almost the main force now, but I... Luka's condition is too good, I don't have a chance No."

In Fiorentina this season, Tony is undoubtedly the absolute main force. No coach will let a super shooter who scored 11 goals in 13 games sit on the bench, and the head coach Mondonico is more inclined to put a player next to Toni. A striker who can play the ball and attract the opponent's defensive force, so the Italian teenager Pazzini became Tony's first partner, and Zhong Yan, who is somewhat similar to Tony's style, naturally can only be used as a substitute.

"There's no other way." Yao Le sighed, "Being in the first division will naturally be different from the second division. Even Man Niu, the team's top scorer last season, is serving as a substitute, not to mention you What about the number two shooter, and if it’s against AC Milan tomorrow, the coach will probably let you play as a substitute.”

"Oh...it's so annoying, I don't want to be a substitute..." Zhong Yan complained, and Yao Le smiled: "Who wants to be a substitute? Only by training well, let the coach know that you have been working hard. The opportunity to play must be seized... Only in this way can the coach trust him."

"You seem to make sense." Zhong Yan nodded, and immediately lay down: "Sleep well, I don't want to miss the opportunity to play tomorrow because I couldn't sleep the day before!"

Yao Le smiled and lay down too, tucking himself into the bed and nagging: "You are a person who can let go..."

The next day's match was undoubtedly an opportunity for both Pei Wei and Zhong Yan, but the opportunity had to be grasped by oneself.

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In the locker room of the Meazza Stadium, Mancini is announcing the list of players on the field.

"Goalkeeper Cesar! Defender Zanetti, Cordoba, Materac, Favalli! Midfielder Zanetti..."

Pei Wei pricked up his ears when he heard this, and Pizarro, who was sitting opposite him, also had a nervous expression on his face!

The soul of Udinese's midfielder last season has always lived in the shadow of Veron since he came to Inter Milan, and when Veron was injured but was impacted by Pei Wei who returned from injury, he also Equally eager to compete!

"Pisaro!" Mancini finally said the name, Pizarro's nervous face suddenly relaxed, and then he couldn't help showing a smile, but Pei Wei felt a "buzz" in his head, only one Thought: "I don't have my name, and I don't have my name!"

But Mancini's next words made him go from hell to heaven immediately: "Pei Wei, Figo! Forwards Adriano, Kroos!"

Martins poked Pei Wei from behind: "Congratulations, Pei, for your first appearance in nearly nine months!"

"Hehe!" Pei Wei could only smirk now, Mancini ignored him, but clapped his hands: "Guys, let's go, get rid of those Parmesans, they are not our opponents!"

When the name of No. [-] Pei Wei was announced on the live broadcast, there was warm applause in the Meazza Stadium. Inter Milan fans will not forget that during the best period of Inter Milan's performance last season, it was During the period when Pei Wei became the main force, and after Pei Wei was injured, Inter Milan's performance also began to decline, and finally lost hope of hitting the league championship!
At this time when Inter Milan has lost three consecutive rounds, Pei Wei's appearance undoubtedly gave Inter Milan fans a shot in the arm!

Mancini's position for Pei Wei is the front midfielder!Pizarro was on the left side behind him, and Zanetti dragged back. Although this formation did not have an authentic left midfielder, Figo originally had a wide range of activities on the field, he could move left and right, and Pei Wei had Sometimes it will go to the left, so Inter Milan's left midfielder is not empty!
Parma's strength continued to decline this season. Top scorer Gilatino moved to AC Milan. Although the forward line was transferred to former Italian international Corradi, his role on the field is obviously not as threatening as Gilatino.

However, Parma is not afraid of Inter Milan. Last season, they tied Inter Milan with a 2:2 home and away game. They hope to do the same this season!
Can they still do it?The answer can only be found on the field.

Pei Wei crossed the ball passed back by Adriano to Figo, and then accelerated to run forward by himself.

Palma, here I come!
Figo turned around to avoid Masseginho's interception, and then passed the ball across the middle. Pei Wei grabbed the ball in front of Simplicio and stabbed the ball skillfully. The ball flew beautifully to Adriano in the frontcourt. feet.

Adriano showed the Brazilian's standard footwork, leaning on the opponent's defender Camara to throw the ball into the air, and then immediately turned around beautifully, and the ball was passed!
But the ball didn't come over, Kamara's raised arm touched the ball, the referee's whistle blew immediately, Kamara handballed, and Inter Milan won a free kick about 30 meters away from the goal!
Pei Wei and Adriano stood in front of the ball. Old Miha and Recoba were not on the field. Figo was more suitable for free kicks that were closer to the goal, so the task of taking the penalty undoubtedly fell on Pei. Wei and Ade's body!

Parma's goalkeeper Butch began to get nervous, who will take the penalty?Both of them have a record of making free throws from this distance, and it's no wonder whoever shoots!

Pei Wei discussed with Adriano for a while, the referee blew the whistle for free throws, Adelaide started to run, and Pei Wei stood quietly behind him.

Ade ran close to the ball, and then suddenly ran away diagonally. Behind him, Pei Wei also started to start!
Butch felt relieved, it seemed that Pei Wei would take the penalty!

Pei Wei also ran close to the ball and raised his left foot!
The wall jumped up, but Pei Wei didn't shoot, but sent the ball diagonally forward!
"Not good!" Butch screamed inwardly. When everyone's attention was focused on Pei Wei, Adriano had already run to a place only 20 meters away from the goal, and Pei Wei's pass, It was sent to Ade's feet!

Adelaide didn't need to stop the ball at all, Pei Wei sent the ball just right, Adelaide only needed to swing his left foot and volley directly!
The ball quickly shot to the upper right corner of the goal, but Butch also reacted very quickly, with a beautiful dive, saving the ball out of the bottom line!
"Damn!" Ade yelled angrily. He hadn't scored a goal for a long time. So far this season, he only scored five goals in the league, and they concentrated in two games. Adelaide is too far behind.

Figo took a corner kick, Cruise headed ahead and headed for the goal, but it missed a little bit, causing a sigh of relief from the fans in the stands.

Parma, who was almost broken in the opening game, started a counterattack. Morfeo turned around to avoid Zanetti's interception, and went straight to Corradi in front of the penalty area. Corradi was stuck on Matt who had just received the ball. Lacci was brought down, the referee called Materac for a foul, and Parma also won a free kick in front of the penalty area.

Morfeo hit the goal directly, and Cesar also showed a high level of competition, struggling to throw the ball to the right side of the penalty area. Captain Zanetti immediately kicked into the frontcourt, and Adelaide received the ball and prepared to counterattack. The referee showed him a yellow card for being brought down by Simplicio who was back on defense.

The first half was intense, but not exciting. Parma frequently relied on fouls in the midfield to slow down Inter Milan’s attack. Although Pei Wei, Figo and Pizarro had excellent skills, they did not face this situation. What a good way, and Adriano and Cruz, the two high center forwards, were also submerged in the opponent's penalty area.

At the same time, at the Frankie Stadium, the commentator was yelling frantically: "GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAL - Luca Toni! He took the lead for the Viola in just 10 minutes, and he put Jorgensen's cross Push through the gate guarded by Dida!"

Tony put his hands to his ears and listened to the wild cheers from the fans in the stands. This is his No.14 goal this season, leaving all other top scorers far behind.

Zhong Yan on the bench also jumped up to celebrate immediately, but he was still replaying the scene just now in his mind. Jorgensen's cross, Pacini's running position just attracted Stam's Attention, then Tony jumps high in front of Nesta, a powerful header—

Of course, this goal was due to Jorgensen's cross and Tony's goal grabbing. Pacini's running position is also very important. If he changed himself, he would probably just wait in front of the goal for a supplementary shot.

Zhong Yan thought so.

It seems that I have to change my playing style. Even if I can't compete with Tony, I should at least be able to compete with Pazzini.

Meazza Stadium.

Pei Wei and Figo played consecutive two-for-one cooperation and passed the ball into the penalty area. Cruise headed back to the front of the penalty area, and Adelaide volleyed directly!
Butch made another side throw and saved the ball again!

Watching the opponent's defender clear the ball out of the sideline, Ade slammed his thigh hard.

There is nothing more distressing than not scoring goals when you have the advantage.

Favalli throws the ball out of bounds. After Pei Wei catches the ball, he crosses it to Pizarro who puts it in. Pizarro transfers the ball to the right again. Figo makes a beautiful shake after receiving the ball. The opposing defender thinks he is about to go down. At the end of the game, he made a move to retreat in advance, which happened to leave a gap in front of Figo, and the former World Footballer immediately shot!

The ball was slightly higher than the lintel, and Figo shook his head. Although he has performed well since his transfer to Inter Milan, he has already had four assists, but he has not scored yet, but his mentality is still much calmer than that of Adelaide. , After all, he is just a midfielder, and scoring goals is not the only criterion for measuring his role on the court.

Frankie Field.

In the case of falling behind in the opening 10 minutes, the seasoned AC Milan did not mess up their position. They were still attacking at their own pace. After 15 minutes, their offense was effective. Kaka, who was pulled to the side, broke through the veteran Pancaro's defense, then passed the ball into the penalty area.

Gilardino snatched a powerful header in front of Yao Le!French goalkeeper Frey failed to make a save, and the ball crashed into the net!
Yao Le thumped the lawn regretfully. The loss of the ball just now was entirely due to his own misplacement. His attention was attracted by Kaka. When he reacted, Gilardino had already seized the front point. In this case, Defenders can no longer play any role.

Mondonico frowned, but didn't say anything. It was expected to be scored by AC Milan. After all, their offensive power is very strong. I believe the players will also be mentally prepared. Now Fiorentina needs to do All that's left is to keep attacking.

But something happened just before the end of the first half that made him jump out of his seat!
Fiorentina's counterattack, but Pacini, who had the ball, was brought down by Gattuso while dribbling. This minor foul led to serious consequences. Pacini sprained his ankle when he fell , After the team doctor's examination, although it is not serious, but this game will definitely not be able to continue.

Mondonico looked at the two substitutes on the bench, Bojinov and Zhong Yan. Both young men looked at him expectantly. He knew that both of them wanted to play.

But it's a pity that two people can only go to one.

"Zhong, go warm up and get ready to play!" Mondonico pointed to Zhong Yan, who jumped up excitedly and hurriedly took off his coat.

Bojinov's complexion immediately darkened, and Mondonico could only say sorry in his heart, because Bojinov is more independent than Zhong Yan, and Zhong Yan's speed is faster, which is very suitable for dealing with AC Milan's slightly old defense line.

Zhong Yan only touched the ball once, and the first half was over. Zhong Yan looked at the ball regretfully, then turned and walked to the locker room.

(End of this chapter)