Football giants

Chapter 1077

"GOALLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

In an instant, the entire Glory Stadium changed from a lake as smooth as a mirror to a turbulent ocean.

It was hard for those who were not present to imagine the shock. Tens of thousands of fans uttered their voices in unison. The momentum seemed to lift the roof of the stadium.

Fanatical Atlético Madrid fans rushed out of their seats one by one, hissing and cheering for the team.

The goal hero Isco quickly rushed out of the penalty area and rushed to the bottom of the stands of Atletico Madrid fans, celebrating the team's first goal, while Atletico Madrid players rushed over to celebrate one by one.

Even Courtois, who was standing in front of the goal, ran for more than half of the pitch and ran over to hug Isco.

Goal!
Finally scored!
Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone clenched his fists in celebration on the sidelines and couldn't help yelling with excitement.

His well-planned tactics before the game finally worked, and Atletico Madrid finally broke through Southampton's goal!

Everyone knows that in such a critical final, whoever scores first will take the initiative in the game.

On the Southampton side, Neuer angrily kicked the ball back to the half after losing the ball, while Toni Kroos shook his head, looking guilty.

Because he didn't get back to where he was supposed to be in time!
Right back Danilo even raised his right hand and apologized to his teammates. He lost sight of Isco!

"This goal basically reflects Southampton's problem. Simeone's vision is very good. Not only did he catch it, but he also organized the start specifically for this problem..."

The game between Pochettino and Bielsa was temporarily pulled by Yang Huan as a commentator, and he sat behind Master Huan and others.

From the beginning of the game, he saw the way, and his judgment was very accurate. It can be seen that this Argentine really has something in his stomach.

"A famous coach is a famous coach after all. Simeone's ability is not as good as mine!"

Hearing Pochettino's sighs, Bielsa smiled slightly, "That's not enough. Simeone has been baptized in the Champions League for many years, and he has indeed made considerable progress in the past few years. Moreover, he has a strong learning ability and a rough appearance, but his mind is very clear."

As the football tournament with the highest tactical level in the world, the UEFA Champions League is a huge test for every head coach.

Playing in the Champions League is not only for better results, but also to be able to get in touch with the most advanced tactical concepts and ideas at any time, compete with various opponents, and learn the strengths of opponents.

Once out of the Champions League for a long time, they are often out of touch with advanced tactics. This is why many strong coaches prefer to choose teams that can participate in the Champions League.

"Simeone is very familiar with and understands Southampton, so he has a lot of targeted tactics. As soon as he came up, Atletico Madrid contained Southampton's offense, especially the two wings."

Pochettino paused for a moment before continuing: "Just now, William hit a cross from the right to Cork, and Cork made a sudden long-range shot. That was a warning, but I didn't expect that Atletico Madrid would come for the second time so soon, and it was a direct hit. Obviously, Simeone focused on rehearsing before the game."

After hearing this, Bielsa couldn't help nodding, "That's right, Southampton has three midfielders. When in possession of the ball, the two full-backs usually press up to increase the midfielder's advantage in possession of the ball. However, pressing up will also bring a problem, and there will be gaps behind."

"Atlético Madrid's tactics are very targeted and clear. I press in a high position, and as soon as I steal the ball in the frontcourt, I will hit behind your full-back and directly pose a threat!"

After hearing this, Yang Huan couldn't help but nodded again and again.

In the world of football, no set of tactics is invincible forever, and there must be loopholes of one kind or another.

As long as there is a loophole and is caught by the opponent, it is possible to be scored.

But the problem is that Southampton's tactical system is very stable and its overall strength is very strong. Even if there are loopholes, they can be covered up with their own strong strength. Even if the opponent knows it, they may not be able to catch it.

With Southampton's strength, opponents dare to press out and fight. Before they seized the Saints' loopholes, the Saints had already defeated them.

But Atletico Madrid is different. This team has a very balanced offense and defense.

Griezmann, Willian, Isco, Cork and Krychowiak and other players in front are basically the kind of players with outstanding running ability, integrated offense and defense, and their tactical execution ability is quite high.

Coupled with Simeone's best press and oppression tactics, Atletico Madrid's overall strength is quite good.

Putting it in the Champions League, it is safe to have the strength of the semi-finals.

With the small gap in overall strength and Simeone's starting tactics working, the small loophole behind the Southampton full-back was directly caught by Atletico Madrid and scored a goal.

"There's a question!" said Prince William, frowning.

He now represents the British royal family, and this is the border of the United Kingdom. Of course, he hopes that Southampton will win.

"Could it be that there is nothing the saints can do?"

After hearing Prince William's question, Bielsa and Pochettino looked at each other and smiled.

"Of course not!" Bielsa replied, "Where can there be perfect tactics in this world?"

"The reason why Atletico Madrid's starting tactics can be effective is that they have to disrupt the Saints' ball possession system and game rhythm, and let them guide the game."

Everyone suddenly realized that it was no wonder that Simeone desperately pressed and oppressed the high position at the beginning of the game.

"Theoretically, in a football game, if you want to score a goal, you have to create a local advantage, and if you want to obtain a local advantage, you can only achieve it in two ways, the overall tactics, or the individual ability that is better than the opponent."

Pochettino took Bielsa's words and explained the current situation in combination with the situation on the court.

"In terms of personal ability, apart from Isco, even Cork and Griezmann are inferior to players such as Messi, Hazard, Suarez, Pogba and Di Maria. Therefore, if they want to win, they can only rely on playing as a whole."

"But here is the problem. Southampton's overall tactics are also quite good. The Saints only need to run their overall tactics smoothly, then the super personal abilities of the stars will naturally be transformed into local advantages on the pitch."

"Barcelona back then, Bayern Munich later, Southampton today, it's all the same."

"This brings a very embarrassing choice for the opponent. On the one hand, you have to beware of the opponent's superstar players, and you have to destroy the opponent's overall tactics. And the problem is that you have to play holistically."

"This is not something that any team can do. Once any link is not handled well, it will be impossible to contain the Saints' offense. Even if you contain it, it will be difficult for you to create an offensive threat."

"That's what's most impressive about the start of this match between Atletico Madrid and Simeone."

Pochettino's words are simple and easy to understand, so many people around him can understand it at once.

"Is there any way for the saints to resolve the blockade of Atletico Madrid?" Prince William asked again.

Pochettino nodded and smiled, "Of course!"

"But why didn't Ancelotti adjust quickly?" The future British king was a little anxious.

Pochettino smiled again, shook his head and said, "Don't worry."

Seeing Prince William's puzzled face, the Argentine explained: "It's only about ten minutes now, and the football match is nine ten minutes long. There's still plenty of time."

Having said that, Pochettino pointed to the stadium, "Look, Messi and Hazard are now retreating frequently, but they are not fixed on the wing, they often change positions, and are active in the central area."

"Once they retreated, Atletico Madrid's entire backcourt defensive formation shrank accordingly, and they were very nervous, because they knew very well that they couldn't stop any player from Hazard or Messi to get the ball. As long as they get the ball, it is a threat!"

"These two players are now tossing Atletico Madrid's midfield. As long as they run at a constant speed and see where there is a loophole, no matter whether there is a pass or not, they will run there, forcing Atletico Madrid's defensive formation to move and change accordingly."

"Don't follow? Huh, as long as they get the ball, they are a threat. No one dares to take this risk!"

It is indeed quite dangerous to let Hazard and Messi take the ball in key areas, because as soon as they get the ball, not to mention their excellent personal ability, but to hold the ball, Southampton's offense will immediately come to life.

Now Atletico Madrid seems to be suppressing Southampton, but it is like suppressing a strong spring. As long as you let go, not only the spring will rebound, but you may be injured by the bullet.

"The nine 10-minute game is not only a contest of tactics and players, but also a contest of physical energy consumption."

"This is also a paradox. Atletico Madrid must adopt this high-pressure tactic if they want to suppress the Saints. But the problem is that this high-pressure tactic consumes a lot of energy. It is impossible to predict when and in which area the players will suddenly make mistakes due to excessive consumption."

"Moreover, with the passage of the game and the intensification of player consumption, Atletico Madrid's high-pressure tactics will definitely relax. At that time, Southampton's tactical operation will gradually become smoother, especially the high-position pressing and oppressive tactics. The defense line presses up. Once Southampton's tactics are activated, Atletico Madrid's pressure will become greater and greater, and it may even be unbearable."

This should be the fate of Diaosi.

In theory, a football game is like a game.

It's not just a test of people, it's also a test of luck.

At least, there is more or less luck in every goal, isn't it?
In the process of Pochettino's analysis, Bielsa has not spoken, and seems to be thinking about some problems.

After Pochettino finished speaking, Bielsa frowned and shook his head.

"Atlético Madrid's high pressing and pressing in the midfield is very well organized, but there is a problem in the backcourt."

"Something wrong?" Yang Huan was a little stunned.

Simeone is full of confidence in his tactics and lineup, so why is there a problem?
But Bielsa is very sure, "It may not be a problem against other teams, but facing a super combination like Hazard, Suarez and Messi, there is a problem. The defensive pressure is too great. Coupled with the Saints Trident's flexible running and frequent position changes, Atletico Madrid's defense is a bit out of touch with the midfield."

When Yang Huan heard this, he immediately understood.

is not that right?

Facing a combination of superstars like Hazard, Suarez and Messi is completely different from facing the offensive combination of other teams. Many problems even occurred suddenly during the game, and they were not even thought of before the game.

Now the frontcourt is suppressing the opponent, but the backline can't prevent the Saints' super offensive combination at all.

Although Atletico Madrid is doing everything possible to prevent the Saints from getting the ball in the frontcourt, how can they not get the ball?

As long as any one of these three players takes the ball, it's not a question of whether someone marks him.

Rather, how many people are marking him!
(End of this chapter)