Legend of Fengshen

Chapter 888 Rogers' Crisis
Zhang Yuan tried many methods in the first half, such as long-range shots, headers, and dribbling the ball into the penalty area, but in each of them he was just a little short of scoring in the end.

In the 54th minute of the second half, Rodgers replaced Balotelli. He had a worse run-in with the team and had almost no performance in the first half, except for a long-range shot from the outside.

Coutinho was replaced, but Liverpool failed to convert the advantage into a goal under the possession of more than 70.00%. In the 80th minute, Zhang Yuan was replaced by Lambert. Liverpool did not equalize in the end score.

Before the game, many bookmakers regarded this game as a potential upset, but it turned out to be an upset. Once again, Liverpool failed to beat Aston Villa at Anfield.

Zhang Yuan looked frustrated when he was interviewed by reporters after the game.

"Our failure to win this game was a mistake in itself! They are a very difficult opponent, but today we played a little out of shape! Now I can only hope that we can perform better in the next game!"

"Zhang, what do you think of your performance in this game?!"

"I'm very unlucky. I got some opportunities today, but I didn't grasp them! I will adjust my state and show a different self in the Champions League!"

In the middle of the week, there will be the first round of the UEFA Champions League group stage of the new season. Liverpool's Champions League schedule this season is also quite good. The first match is Ludogorets, the weakest in the group. Liverpool has not played in the Champions League for three years. It is undoubtedly very good to be able to meet the weakest team at home for the first time, and winning a good start can boost everyone's morale.

Zhang Yuan did not break his promise. In the UEFA Champions League group match against Ludogorets on the evening of September 9, he showed his prowess and performed a hat-trick, leading the team to sweep Ludogorets 16:5. Coincidentally What's more, in another game, his old club Real Madrid also beat Basel 1:5 at home. The two teams even had the same goal difference and tied for first place in the group.

This victory made the pressure on Liverpool less, because the start of the league with two wins and two losses is really a bit, especially after spending a lot of money. It's so easy, maybe no one would say anything if another team played like this, but among the giants of Liverpool, there are not too few people who say that.

Chelsea, who have won all four games, has already thrown off Liverpool by 6 points at the beginning. How can they not make outside critics anxious.

However, Liverpool's nightmare is not over yet. On the afternoon of September 9th, they challenged West Ham United in an away game. Rodgers made a rotation. Balotelli, Lallana and Markovic.

It turned out to be a disaster. In the first half, Liverpool was beaten 3-0 by West Ham United. Balotelli's attitude was very positive, but his actions were very small. After the second half, Rodgers had to let Zhang Yuan and Coutinho , Sterling played, after these three people played, the situation has changed a lot, West Ham United was overwhelmed, Liverpool scored two consecutive goals by Zhang Yuan and Coutinho, but in the end they failed Save this defeat.

Lost three out of five games, Liverpool fans can't sit still, players are disappointed, owner Qian Huanyuan can't sit still in China.

In Qian Huan's British-style mansion on the outside and Chinese style on the inside, Qian Huan asked Zhang Yuan: "What's the situation with the team now?!"

Qian Huan rushed to the UK in a hurry, and the No.1 person to ask personally was Zhang Yuan. Zhang Yuan was his friend and a player. He must know the real situation of some players.

"what did you say?!"

"What did you say! Damn, I spent so much money and lost 5 of 3 games. Is this the effect I want?! I should really let him go in the summer!" Qian Huan was heartbroken.

"Mr. Rogers is actually good!" Zhang Yuan said a good word for Rogers.

"Recently, the team's defensive crisis is quite serious, and the team still has some shortcomings in running-in, but I think if we can give him a little more time, it should get better!" Zhang Yuan said again.

"Well, I hope so, I don't want to see my money wasted! If the situation doesn't improve, I will fire him!" Qian Huan replied.

"Haha, I just want to ask you a question! You fired Mr. Rogers, and then?! Do you have an alternative?! Brother Huan, don't make this decision lightly!" Zhang Yuan persuaded.

"Alternate?! Why not?! I plan to go to Lippi to coach!" Qian Huan said casually.

Damn, him? !Forget it then!
"Brother Huan, you really have to listen to me this time, you can't let him come to Liverpool!" Zhang Yuan jumped up from the sofa and said to Qian Huan in a rather anxious tone.

"why?!"

"Feeling! I feel that he can't succeed! How many years has he not coached in a European club?! Being successful in China and having a glorious past doesn't mean he can do a good job in Liverpool!" Zhang Yuan said.

He is really opposed to inviting Lippi. He personally thinks that his style is conservative and his tactical thinking is backward. He will not have good results in the Premier League. Conte's football style cannot really satisfy Zhang Yuan, let alone Lippi. Moreover, this person is old and qualified, and his unique temper is stubborn and inflexible. How can Zhang Yuan trust him? !
"You dislike him?!" Qian Huan asked curiously.

"Why should I dislike him?!" Zhang Yuan said strangely, "I just think the team is not suitable for him!"

Qian Huan laughed again, "Don't worry! I just talked about it, I really didn't look for him, but I am indeed looking for a backup candidate now! Do you have any suggestions?!"

"My advice has been given to you! You should be a little patient. You must know that my desire to succeed is no less than yours. Rodgers has done a good job in Liverpool in the past few years. The situation before this season is more complicated. Give him more There is no wrong time!" Zhang Yuan said.

Qian Huan thought about it and nodded.

He came and went quickly this time. Rogers knew that the boss was coming, but the boss didn't say anything, and he didn't bother him. With the overwhelming bombing every day, Rogers was also worried about his future, and he still didn't want to get out of class is over!
But the record at the beginning made him feel that if the boss really wanted to dismiss him, he would have nothing to say. Who knew that the boss would leave without a trace of cloud!
Rogers knew that Zhang Yuan probably said good things for him, and Zhang Yuan didn't say anything, so Rogers didn't say anything.

In the English League Cup match in midweek, Liverpool played against Middlesbrough at home. Rodgers continued to rotate in this game. He could only give up strategically for such a game. Of course, it would be good if the substitutes could go further.

Liverpool's top management didn't give him many goals this year. They mainly focus on the league. Last season they were runners-up. The top management still has a better goal. The goal is self-evident. This is why Liverpool's top management was a little anxious when they lost 5 games and 3 losses. According to this method of losing, I am afraid that Liverpool will go to the relegation circle.

Therefore, Rodgers also sent a lot of substitutes in the English League Cup, changing positions in every position. It was a bit difficult for Liverpool to deal with Middlesbrough. As a result, everyone had a draw in 120 minutes and could only conduct a brutal penalty shootout.

Then this penalty created a new history, and the jaw-dropping penalty reached the No.15 round, which is a record in the Carabao Cup. excitement.

Zhang Yuan didn't even play for 1 minute in this game. Rodgers obviously wanted to save his strength for the weekend against Everton. This is the derby, the most famous derby in the history of the Premier League, much better than the original Manchester derby.

However, this season, Liverpool and Everton are in a difficult situation. Liverpool currently only has 6 points, ranking 11th in the league standings, while Everton is worse than them, only 5 points, ranking 14th in the standings , There is only 1 point away from the relegation circle. It is said that Liverpool is only two points. It is also very interesting to say that this derby is very important for both sides.

　Dear readers, I’m sorry, I forgot to make an appointment in advance last night. This chapter is a bit late this morning, I’m sorry everyone
　　
　
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