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Chapter 5 and Nine: The second round of the semi-finals
When Li Zihan appeared on the substitute list, the major European companies once again lowered their odds. The average odds changed from more than [-] points to [-].
At the same time, Real Madrid's [-] was also raised to [-]
Everyone couldn't help but feel that the gaming company is too afraid of Li Zihan, right?
"Welcome everyone to the famous Bernabéu stadium in Spain. You are watching the second round of this season's Champions League semi-final, Real Madrid's home game against the Premier League giants Arsenal."

"In the first round of the match between the two sides, Real Madrid won the opponent [-]-[-] and scored two away goals, so this game is nothing more than a life-and-death battle for Arsenal."

"Before the game, there was news that Li Zihan would miss the game or even end the season early. The core of Arsenal is now sitting on the bench. I don't know if he will come off the bench in this game. In addition, Li Zihan had already announced that he had purchased 300 million pounds of gambling. To be honest, although Li Zihan's injury now meets the requirements for coming off the bench, it is really very difficult for Arsenal to make a comeback and advance to the final at the Bernabeu, so netizens They all said that Li Zihan is rich, he is self-willed!!"

After the necessary ceremony, after the Champions League theme song ended, the game between the two sides officially started.

"Now the two sides are decided, no, the Arsenal game has officially started. First of all, the starting lineup of the visiting team Arsenal. The goalkeeper is naturally the young Polish goalkeeper Szczesny, and the central defender is Arsenal's main partner. Sartre's partner France Koscielny, when the captain Vermaelen fell into the quagmire of poor form, the pair became Arsenal's mainstay. The left back is the teenager Gibbs produced by Arsenal's youth training, and the right The defender is the French veteran Sarnia. Recently, the contract renewal negotiations between Sarnia and Arsenal have also reached an impasse. There are gossip that both Chelsea and Manchester City are interested in the 30-year-old veteran to supplement his right. Road defense."

"As for the midfield partner, Wenger did not use the usual combination of defensive midfielder and fixed general Ramsey, and used the combination of Ramsey and Wilshere in a slightly unusual way. This configuration is also Strengthen the team's offense. After all, with two goals conceded at home, everything is nothing but offense. But... can such a midfielder defend against the powerful Real Madrid's offensive power? Let's wait and see!"

"On the two sides, Cazorla, who is not in good condition, and the young player Chamberlain, are on the left and right sides. This kind of starting is also somewhat criticized. Because Cazorla's condition is actually not very good. In the first round of the game, he was because of He performed poorly and was temporarily replaced. And the talent of the young player Chamberlain is still good, but... Isn't it a bit sloppy to use this eighteen or nine-year-old young player in such a life-and-death battle? The purpose of not exercising has not been achieved, but instead. Backfired." When Hullhouse said this, he forgot that Li Zihan was about the same age as Chamberlain.
"The front midfielder is the former Real Madrid midfielder Ozil, and now Ozil has switched to Arsenal. The German midfielder certainly did not expect him to return to the stadium of his old club so soon, but this time he came back. It is using the identity of the opponent."

When Ozil walked out of the player tunnel, some fans at the scene gave applause. The German played for the Bernabeu for three years and left many good memories for the fans here.So this time, many fans are still welcoming when they come back-mainly because the home team now has an absolute advantage, and the fans also want to show their gentlemanly demeanor.

"The starting center forward is Giroud. After Li Zihan joined Arsenal, Giroud's position has changed from the main striker to the substitute and rotation. But Arsenal is also more dependent on the French center now, because Li Zihan is not a ball player. The center forward also plays the role of a killer, so Arsenal now also very much needs Giroud to enrich their tactics. Of course, for Giroud, his status in the team may be affected, but for himself It is no different from improving his ability. In Arsenal, he and Li Zihan can actually coexist, so Giroud has no intention of transferring now, and he is quite satisfied with his current situation." Zhan Jun Uncle's words are actually accumulating character for compatriot Li Zihan.

He used to be the absolute main force of the team's forwards, but now he has been reduced to a substitute and rotation, and it would be uncomfortable for anyone to replace him.It's just that Wenger's ability to control the team is too strong, and Li Zihan's own ability and state are really good, and the relationship with his teammates is also very good, so there is no problem in Arsenal's dressing room. Giroud has only just accepted this role-well, Wenger actually promised Giroud, and he has a good number of appearances in the league and the Champions League every season.

In fact, Giroud is still good. He also scored [-] goals in Arsenal last season. He is the first shooter and scorer in the Gunners team, but his own ability is indeed not the kind of leader.

"For the home team Real Madrid, the central defenders are Pepe and the young French central defender Varane, and the Brazilian Marcelo is on the left. This is a full-back with a very strong offensive ability. Some fans even think that his offensive ability has surpassed his defensive ability. Ability, I don’t know whether this is a compliment or a derogation, but it is undeniable that Marcelo is indeed one of the best left backs in the world today. In the right back position, Ancelotti made some changes. Carvajal, who started the round, did not appear in the starting lineup of this game. Ancelotti adopted the role of Real Madrid's vice-captain and Spanish central defender Ramos as the away right back. It seems that Ancelotti He was not satisfied with the performance of the teenager Carvajal in the first round. He was almost completely blown out by Li Zihan in that game. Although Ramos is a central defender, he is no stranger to full-backs. There are not a lot of cameos at right-back, so neither position is a problem for Real Madrid's vice-captain."

"In terms of midfield, German midfielder Khedira, who was sent off with a red card in the first round, cannot appear in the 18-man squad according to the rules. Therefore, Ancelotti arranged for Spanish midfielder Alonso, who has paid for his recovery from injury, to be in the squad. In the starting lineup, he is partnered with Modric, the core midfielder of Croatia."

"With the age of [-], Alonso's injuries have begun to increase. In Real Madrid, he is also a type of frequent injuries. It is reported that Alonso will no longer be injured after the end of this season. Renew his contract with Real Madrid, and he himself may leave the Bernabeu and go to a new place. The closest to him is Alonso's former club, his famous Premier League giants Liverpool, and Bayern Munich and Milan duo It is also chasing this veteran."

"Speaking of transfer rumors, another star of Real Madrid has also been in the headlines of transfer rumors recently. It is said that Khedira intends to transfer and leave the Bernabeu. I don't know if there is any relationship between him and Ancelotti himself. There is a gap, but Arsenal, which lacks midfield interception ability, and Manchester City, which is not short of money, are the best candidates for the next home of the German midfielder. Not to mention Arsenal's midfielder, Manchester City hopes that the German midfielder People came to the Ittihad to replace Yaya Toure's class, and the Ivorian core is now 31 years old. However, the Germans are more inclined to return to their home country to play, and Bayern Munich is also throwing Khedira olive branch."

"In the frontcourt, Cristiano Ronaldo is naturally the starter of the absolute left winger. There is nothing to say about this. Gareth Bale, who was mediocre in the last round, continued to appear in the starting position on the right wing. He performed well in the first leg. , the Argentine star Di Maria, who received assists when he came off the bench, unexpectedly appeared in the starting midfielder position. A player with skills and speed like Di Maria is actually a good choice on the side. After all, his The main position is the wing. In fact, there is no problem in the middle, but his body is relatively thin. I don’t know if he can play against Wilshere and Ramsey, two midfielders who have been influenced by English football style for a long time. Excellent performance. The starting center is the Frenchman Benzema. After Higuain left Naples, Real Madrid's center personnel have not changed much. Of course, there will be occasional Cristiano Ronaldo. That's the case with center forwards."

"Isco, Illarramendi, Jose and other young players are all on the bench. Real Madrid also attaches great importance to this tenth Champions League, so in order to ensure nothing goes wrong, they won [-]-[-] away in the first leg. In the case of an absolute advantage, they still arranged the strongest starting lineup. Maybe they have given up the very likely league championship now, and concentrate on conquering the Champions League. Indeed, the honor of ten Champions League champions has never been achieved so far. The great achievements that have been completed are unprecedented, and I don’t know how many years it will take to complete the later ones.”

"Compared to this, La Liga championships are not very important. Real Madrid has won 32 La Liga championships in history, and even their arch-enemy Barcelona has only won 22 league championships. So it must be big. The ear cups are more attractive."

When the game was about to start, the head coaches of both sides shook hands politely and friendly.It's just that Ancelotti glanced at Li Zihan intentionally or unintentionally when he turned his head to leave.

And the rebroadcast camera just happened to capture this scene.

"It seems that Carlo Ancelotti is not as relaxed with Li Zihan as he showed," Hullhouse said jokingly.