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Chapter 53 The First Step of Counterattack

After Rossi came off the bench, he stood in the center position, and Bournemouth's formation remained unchanged.

The head coach of the Blackburn Rovers team is a bit strange. Rossi's ability as a fulcrum is far inferior to that of Komogant. He has no teammates around him to support him. He is completely non-aggressive at the forefront.

What kind of medicine is sold in Eddie Howe's gourd?

Although he is very concerned about this fiery striker, at least from the current point of view, he has not noticed the threat of his existence.

[At the critical moment, Bournemouth sent the hottest striker in the team. He scored goals in the previous four games. 】

[Now three goals behind, let's see if he can turn the tide. 】

There was an instant burst of boos at home.

Although they thought that the game would not be reversed because of the addition of one person, they never tired of booing the young cherry player.

The referee resumed play and Bournemouth had the ball.

Smith's hand throws the ball to the midfielder Rich.

As the opponent reclaimed the formation, Rich, who was in the midfielder position, not only took the ball calmly, but also gained a wider vision.

However, he cannot use a long pass to the opponent's half, or the space behind the winger, because the opponent is taller and occupies the air supremacy.

Only ground balls can be used.

The ball was quickly given to Harry Arter's feet.

In this position, the opposing midfielder Corey Evans marks him.

In the first half, Corey Evans guarded the defense and provided enough protection for the team's defense, only then did the frontcourt players attack with mercury.

During the intermission, the head coach specifically told him to keep an eye on Harry, the opponent's core midfielder.

Harry lacks the ability to get rid of the ball. As long as he is restricted from taking the ball, the Bournemouth team's offense will definitely turn to the sides or pass back.

Sure enough, Harry couldn't get rid of the defense and could only pass the ball back to the midfielder.

The raised waist is an important part of Eddie Howe's tactics.

If the three attackers in the frontcourt cannot advance, then the addition of the midfielder will allow the midfielder to maintain a continuous high pressure on the Blackburn Rovers.

Of course, there is also a risk in this way, that is, once the ball is intercepted, the opponent's counterattack will directly face the defense.

Already behind by three goals, what use is there in defense.

After O'Kane got the ball, Rich moved forward in an inclined direction, allowing Bournemouth to quickly establish an advantage in the midfield.

The triangle pass of the 4-2-3-1 formation allows the player with the ball to have multiple passing lines.

As the "interceptor" of the double defensive midfielder, O'Kane is not only responsible for intercepting the opponent's pass, keeping an eye on the opponent's forward, and limiting any counterattack opportunities.

It is also necessary to fully release Rich's ability as a "back playmaker" to gain possession of the ball and create offensive opportunities.

He quickly passed the ball to Richie uplifted and let him take charge of the forward passing lane.

Due to the lifting of the double midfielders, the formation of the Blackburn Rovers was flattened. After Rich took the ball, there was no defensive player to block it for a short time.

Ricky looked up and there were two passing lines in front of him in the middle and on the left.

One is to pass directly to the center Rossi, and the other is to pass to Stanislas on the left side through the gap between the center back and the full back.

On the right side, it can be transferred to the right through a wide range of oblique long passes, passing through the opponent's defense line, and giving it to Wilson who advances forward, and the latter takes the ball to form a cross.

It can also be passed penetratingly to Harry who is advancing forward, further pushing the threat into the opponent's hinterland.

Although the two sides may seem easy, it is very difficult to pass through the opponent's defense.

As for Harry, there are opposing defenders behind and behind him. Once the ball reaches his feet, it is easy to be double-teamed.

To be on the safe side, it can only be passed to Rossi.

It's not because he's afraid of passing the ball wrong, but Rossi's position is a bit too good.

In the diamond position, Rich was also responsible for the organization of the team's offense. He was surprised to find that whenever he wanted to pass the ball forward, Rossi's position was always the best.

Speed, this is what Eddie Howe repeatedly emphasized during the intermission.

If the teammate runs out of space, if the ball cannot be obtained at the first time, it is the passer's mistake.

Although Rich doesn't know how Rossi will handle the ball, he will always surprise people in unexpected ways.

[Ricky passes the ball to the center.Sure enough, at this time, Bournemouth still gave the ball to Luo to handle. 】

[Let's see, how will this attack be played?Pass the ball to the wing, or choose to single out the defender? 】

When it comes to one-on-one guards, the commentator himself wants to laugh.

This is simply impossible.

Defending Rossi is the defender Grant, who is 186cm tall and weighs 79kg.

In the first half, it was his forward drive, overpowering Cook, and scoring the second goal.

Facing such a tall defender, even Comogant couldn't get a bargain, let alone Rossi, who was a bit inferior in physique.

Grant also knew very well that a center forward with dexterous feet like Rossi would not confront him head-on.

Don't rush forward yourself, to avoid being thrown away because of your slow speed when you turn around and chase.

Rossi suddenly retreated to get the ball, and Grant immediately went up to grab it, but always kept a distance.

This is the defensive technique against a nimble striker, keep your distance, don't give him easy turns, and provide yourself with a clear vision.

Losing room to turn and miss the ball under his crotch, Rossi returns the ball to Harry and counterruns to the left.

This reverse run gave Stanislas on the left a huge gap to advance forward.

At this time, Harry's passing space became clear instantly.

You can even clearly see that the line of your long pass is unimpeded.

boom!
The ball flew past the turf.

Stanislas had been waiting for a long time, his legs were activated, he turned into a galloping mustang, and slanted towards the penalty area.

[Appeared, Luo's most commonly used running and pulling, seemingly ordinary, but instantly created space for teammates. 】

[Just now, in the same place, with the same attack method, Comogant's handling method is not as decisive and sensitive as Rossi. 】

[This is what Rossi does. 】

[Harry's pass is also very timely, as long as he hesitates for a second, Stanislas on the wing is very likely to be offside. 】

[Stanislas walked in, the defender was chasing him, he made a pulling motion, fell, fell! 】

The narrator roared, as if something earth-shattering had happened.

[I fell down on the edge of the penalty area, will it be a penalty? 】

All eyes on the scene were focused on the referee.

Players from both sides also ran over one after another, eager to know the referee's penalty.

With firm eyes, the referee trotted to the edge of the penalty area and pointed to the penalty spot.

Immediately, there were boos all over the stadium to protest the referee's penalty.

Rich, as the team's first penalty shooter, held the ball in his arms.

However, he signaled to the head coach on the sidelines that he felt some discomfort in his legs.

As a defensive midfielder, he participated in the team's offensive and defensive transitions, his physical fitness was already a little weak, and his legs also suffered from muscle tension.

And this penalty is particularly critical, he can't take risks.

If he doesn't take the penalty, then it's up to Wilson or Rossi to take the penalty.

"Luo, come on, this penalty is very important to us."

Wilson took the initiative to give up the penalty kick because he knew that compared with the pressure he was under, the number of goals he scored was insignificant.

After getting permission from the head coach, Rossi took the ball in his hands and stood on the penalty spot.

(End of this chapter)