midfield god

Chapter 148 Reading's Arrangement

Like Southampton, Reading also attaches great importance to this game. Everyone knows that Southampton is the only team that can pose a threat to Reading in the current standings.

Steve Koppel also has a lot of research on Southampton. This is a very scary team. They may struggle and slump, but if anyone dares to underestimate this team, then Southampton's sharp counterattack and attack speed will surprise the opponent!
Steve Koppel, who is very clear about this, naturally dare not be careless, but Southampton is not without shortcomings. Their defensive problems and the frequent ups and downs of young players are the fatal weaknesses of this team. When there is a problem between the two, the game will struggle.

"Our performance this season is extremely good, and everyone can see it! Now this season has come to a critical point. As long as we can pass it, I can become the most successful British Championship team this season. We are a whole, and we have always played team football. In this game, I also hope that everyone can maintain their own style, which is our biggest advantage!"

"Compared with us, Southampton's defense is very problematic. The absence of a main central defender makes Southampton's defense more vulnerable, so I believe that as long as we can prevent the opponent's quick counterattack and limit the speed of the opponent's attack, the victory of this game is already in our hands. I have this confidence, and I also believe that everyone has this ability!"

Coach Steve Koppel spoke passionately in the locker room, cheering for his players. At this moment, even the coach who is not good at words will burst out with great motivation to speak, and the champion is waving to them!

In fact, the results of Reading this season have already explained everything. No one doubts Steve Koppel's ability, and the players are completely convinced and trusting in him!

"If you want to limit the opponent's attack speed, these attackers in the opponent's frontcourt are undoubtedly the top priority. First of all, the two wings! Bell and Jones, these two wingers are fast players, especially Bell. His speed on the field is intimidating, so if you want to defend these two people, you must be more careful. If you don't pay attention to your opponent, it may cause us a huge threat!"

"At Bell's point, we can moderately try to irritate him. This young man is still too young and prone to hot-headedness, so when he comes up, stimulate the other party, maybe there will be unexpected gains!"

The players were sitting in the locker room at this moment, nodding frequently. Veteran Graeme Moody, who will be the starting right back in this game, nodded his head.

"But the opponent's most critical and most threatening player is actually their core midfielder, Yunfei!"

The players were not surprised by Steve Koppel's words. Yunfei's performance this season has proved his ability, and his nearly 20 assists in a season is really eye-catching.

"It is not easy to limit this opponent. This is a guy with accurate running. It is difficult for you to believe why such a young player is so mature and has his own style. It can only be said that this may be the wizard of heaven, but you also need to understand that Yun Fei is not weak. His ability to attack is weak. His ability to shoot is not a weapon. , His body is relatively thin, and when he confronts strong opponents! So we want to restrict him, we must start from these aspects! "

"Harper, your task is to hang on to him, entangle him, and don't let him play the ball comfortably. His running position is very good, don't take it lightly! In short, I need you to appear by his side at all times, and we will not lose money!"

James Harper nodded and understood what the head coach meant. He suddenly felt the heavy pressure on his shoulders. Although the head coach said something very simple, he understood that things would not be so easy.

Steve Koppel realizes that this may not be easy for Harper, but he believes that the opponent can do it. This tough guy has not given up easily until now!

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Soon, as time passed, players from both sides left the locker room, and the starting players came to the player tunnel, waiting to enter the field.

At this time, the host of Reading's home court also talked about the starting lists of the two teams for the fans.

"Reading's starting lineup, goalkeeper Marcus Harman, defense line Marsson, Sissoko, Moody and Shorey, midfielders Conway, Harper and Sidwell, strikers Little, Doyle and Lita, familiar starting lineup, I believe our team can defend our home field with victory today!"

"The visiting team Southampton will start with Niemi as the goalkeeper, Simboggins, Lundkvam, Powell and Kalani in the defense, Prudton, Yunfei and Suleman in the midfield, and Bale, Fuller and Jones in the striker."

Naturally, the TV station responsible for broadcasting this game will not let go of this focus match. Although the game has not yet started, the commentator has already started to explain.

"This game is currently attracting attention. Everyone wants to know which of these two teams will be the better team! Although Reading is now far ahead in the standings, Southampton has not relaxed its pace of catching up. As long as Reading makes a mistake, the gap will be narrowed by Southampton behind. There is no doubt that the pressure on the two teams is very great."

"This is not just a simple strong confrontation. Both teams are working hard for their own goals. Whoever loses this game means that whose goal has almost failed. No one can afford such a result. They both want to win. Let us wait and see and see who can have the last laugh between the two teams!"

Just as the commentator finished speaking at this time, the referee Madejski blew the whistle in his hand, and the game officially started, and Southampton kicked off!
(End of this chapter)