Super Prophecy Master

Chapter 441 Difficult Braniff

Millwall has not been affected by the outside world, how to conduct tactical lessons, or how to proceed, and the players also rest normally at night.

In the morning of the next day, the team had a simple warm-up in an empty field. It was three o'clock at the end of the afternoon nap. After a short rest, all the staff took the bus and drove into the Bernabéu stadium.

The Bernabéu Stadium, the full name is the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, the stadium is named to commemorate the indispensable chairman of the Bernabéu. In the 50s, the capacity of the Bernabéu Stadium continued to increase. In 1952, it could accommodate up to 12 people. Later, it became the venue for the 1982 World Cup. A large-scale update was carried out, but there were many stadium accidents in the 80s, so UEFA ordered most of the stadiums to be converted from standing to full seats. After 1982, three large-scale reconstructions were carried out, and the capacity continued to drop to the current 8. people.

Along with the brilliance of Real Madrid, it is needless to talk about the accumulation of historical glory at the Bernabéu Stadium.

It is also the first time for Zhang Yang to come to the Bernabeu Stadium. As an ordinary fan in his previous life, he still hopes to come to the Bernabeu Stadium and watch a classic European football match.

Of course, he is not a Real Madrid fan.

The Bernabéu stadium mentioned above is replaced by Old Trafford and Camp Nou, which has similar meanings to Zhang Yang in his previous life.

Now at the Bernabéu Stadium, Zhang Yang didn’t have any special feelings. When the players went to the locker room, Zhang Yang looked around, watched the extravagance of the stadium, and the auditorium outside, and felt very boring. The press conference site.

The press conference was packed.

The press conference hall of the Bernabéu Stadium is not comparable to the Neil Stadium. There are more than [-] seats in the hall alone, and it is no problem to accommodate [-] or [-] reporters.

When Zhang Yang walked into the scene, he noticed that all the seats were full, and there were still many people standing and waiting in the back row.

"This is the Champions League in focus!"

Looking at the crowds at the scene, Zhang Yang couldn't help sighing. The most focused game Millwall participated in was the FA Cup final last season, but the number of reporters who came to interview must not be as many as now.

The match against Valencia in the group stage received a lot of attention, but compared to now, it is definitely nothing.

This is a really high-profile game!
Many foreign media saw Zhang Yang walking into the venue, and they were watching his face. In fact, many reporters who didn't know Zhang Yang thought that Zhang Yang might 'show cowardice'.

This is actually quite normal.

Even those old coaches in their 60s and [-]s will be a little excited and nervous when they lead a team to participate in such a focused game for the first time.

Publicity?

It is definitely the first time for a young coach in his 20s to lead a team to participate in such a focused game. Facing so many interviews with reporters, it is normal for him to show timidity.

The media reporters are looking forward to it.

If Zhang Yang shows nervousness or other undue emotions, they will be able to comment after the game.

The reporters were disappointed.

Zhang Yang walked to the front stage in a hearty and relaxed way, as if he didn't pay attention to the crowd at all, but instead gave people a feeling of "he is the focus of course".

After arriving on the stage, Zhang Yang turned around, smiled slightly at the audience, and then blew into the microphone, the sound boomed, and the reporters in the front row frowned, but Zhang Yang curled his lips and smiled, "The voice What a big deal. Is this the majesty that Real Madrid prepared for me? It’s interesting, maybe you should blame the press officer, but I thank him because he was afraid that my voice would not reach King Carlos’ ears.”

There was a friendly chuckle from below.

Zhang Yang made a joke about His Royal Highness the King of Spain, and then officially talked about the competition.

He talked about the pre-match preparations.

He spoke of the importance Millwall places on the game.

He also said that Real Madrid is not easy to deal with.

These are routine 'nonsense', the reporters were a little numb, and then Zhang Yang said what the reporters wanted to hear, "I remember Mr. Capello said that every Real Madrid player has the potential to be the decisive winner." The key to losing. But I still insist on my opinion, only Braniff will be the key to the game."

"other people……"

Zhang Yang didn't continue talking, but shook his head in compliance, the meaning was naturally known by everyone.

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Media reporters couldn't figure out why Zhang Yang always talked about 'Braniff is the key to the game', and even responded to Capello in an important pre-match press conference.

They just routinely do timely update reports.

Capello didn't understand either.

When Capello heard the news, his expression was obviously a little surprised. He frowned and thought about it for a while, and finally shook his head, not thinking about this question again, and no longer commenting on this question.

But Capello made a note of it.

After attending the press conference and returning to the locker room for the final mobilization, Capello specifically said to all the players, "You heard the voices outside, the other side's head coach, Zhang Yang, kept mentioning Brad Neve, I think this is a smoke bomb, he wants to confuse the public. So I hope you don't get swayed by these words."

It's okay if Capello didn't say this sentence. Once he finished speaking, all Real Madrid players remembered Braniff's name.

This is tantamount to changing the direction of propaganda.

The Real Madrid players also wondered who Braniff is, and it deserves to be mentioned repeatedly in such an important game. They also have some understanding of Millwall.

Millwall's most important player is Darren Bent, the leading shooter and the number one scorer in the Premier League.

With his outstanding performance, Darren Bent was also selected for the England national team. Some people who are familiar with Beckham also know that Darren Bent is in the national team and is a strong competitor of Wayne Rooney.

This is the key person!
When it comes to the second key person, they can think of Pires and Zambrotta, they are more familiar with these famous stars, while Braniff is a new star, whose reputation is not as good as the famous star Some.

Even if Braniff is very good, it doesn't need to be mentioned repeatedly, right?

Real Madrid players are all interested in Braniff.

Soon players from both sides stood side by side in the player tunnel, waiting for the referee to announce their entry. Many Real Madrid players frequently looked at Millwall's team, looking for Braniff.

"The one with the long hair!"

"Which one?"

"It's the one standing in the middle, with a braid on the back of his head, very recognizable! He's Braniff."

"It's so different!"

"Many Irish players like to do this look!"

"So it's him! There's nothing special about it. Why does the opposing head coach always talk about him?"

"Is he really great?"

"I'll let him know after the game, not everyone can be arrogant at the Bernabéu!"

"..."

The Real Madrid players talked about Braniff, and the Millwall players also noticed.

They naturally know why.

Braniff put on a tugging look. He raised his head high, and the corners of his mouth were slightly raised, as if to show disdain for the Real Madrid players. When someone looked over, he simply widened his eyes, like" Scaring kids' like looking back.

This approach is simply the best way to attract hatred.

Many Real Madrid players are determined to give Braniff a deep lesson in the game.

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After 10 minutes, the players of the two teams stood on the court, waiting for the official start of the game.

The voices in the stands kept ringing.

The media commentators began to introduce the starting lineups of the two teams. Real Madrid formed a classic 442 combination. Iker Casillas was still a steady goalkeeper. Moss and Roberto Carlos; midfielders Reyes, Diarra, Emerson and Robinho, the double forwards are Van Nistelrooy and Raul.

Millwall's starting lineup is a bit unexpected, and the biggest uncertainty is in the middle of the midfield.

The appearance of Braniff and Livermore is expected. Livermore has always been the main midfielder of the iron fight, and Braniff was mentioned repeatedly before the game, so he will naturally be in the starting lineup.

Another option at the position is Josh Simpson.

Simpson's performance this season is also good, but playing against Real Madrid seems to require more stable players. In comparison, Smicer or Morris is a better choice, but both Smicer and Morris can only sit. on the bench.

This change is acceptable. After all, Simpson is still immature, but his performance is not bad on weekdays. The Spanish commentator commented, "Simpson started the game, and Millwall's style of play must be more offensive."

However, the commentator focused on Braniff, "Recently, Braniff's performance has been controversial, but as mentioned by the British media, Braniff is also highly valued by publicity. Not good, but able to play the whole game.”

"Before the game, Zhang Yang also emphasized that Braniff will be the key to the game. Let us wait and see what the Irishman can do."

Braniff felt good on the field. He liked the feeling of being the center of attention, especially when he found that most of the opposing players' attention was on him, and he felt a sense of satisfaction in his heart.

But Braniff soon felt bad about it.

It sounds good for a player to be the focus, but if he is regarded as the 'focus' by the opposing players, he will 'enjoy' the toughest treatment. When the game starts, there is never a lack of defense around Braniff players.

First up is Emerson.

The former Juventus defensive midfielder is very difficult to deal with. The good news is that Emerson needs to take care of the defense from the penalty area to the midfield area, not always close to him.

When Emerson is not around Braniff, other players come to cover the defense. Midfielder Diarra is one of them. When close to the wing, Reyes comes back to take care of him. Even striker Raul occasionally. Make a cameo and keep a tight mark on Braniff.

These are actually fine.

Except for Emerson, the others are not professional defensive players, and their offense is better than their defense.

But if Braniff takes the ball, when it threatens the position of Real Madrid's defense, for example, when it is a little closer to the penalty area, the defensive personnel will become Real Madrid's defenders——
Cannavaro, Ramos.

Last year, Cannavaro won the personal Grand Slam. He is the Italian Footballer, the winner of the European Ballon d'Or, and also became the World Footballer. As a defender, getting so many honors is enough to prove that Cannavaro excellent.

Ramos is considered to be the best defender in Spain, not only compared with young players, but even some defenders who are in their prime, it is difficult to compare with Ramos, and Ramos has just turned 21 years old .

Being targeted by such two top defenders, it is conceivable that Braniff will face pressure. He even attracts more defenses than Darren Bent.

(End of this chapter)