extraordinary coach

Chapter 436 Fighting Manchester City Again
"We are half-time champions!"

"Last season, we won the championship even if we were not halfway champions. This season we are determined."

Sixty to seventy percent of the Premier League teams that have won the half-time championship in history finally won the season championship.This made the Southampton fans very happy.Many fans said on the Internet that Southampton, the Premier League champion this season, is determined.

It's just that they said this, which naturally aroused the dissatisfaction of the fans of the competitors.Especially Manchester City fans.

"Is the half championship great? We were the half champion last season."

"The half-time champion is nothing, only the one who laughs last is the real champion."

"Dare to say that the championship is won, have you asked our Manchester City team?"

"If you dare to say something like this, you must first ask us if we agree. Next, we will tell you the answer, and we do not agree."

The Manchester City fans were unhappy, but at the same time seemed confident.

"So what if you don't agree? Are you capable of defeating us?"

"If you don't have the skills, then hide and cry at home! Last time at the Etihad, we have already repaired it once, and now you dare to come and talk to us. This time, in the St. Mary's team, you will lose Worse."

Seeing the dissatisfaction of the Manchester City fans, the Southampton fans directly laughed at the Manchester City fans.With the last victory at home to Manchester City, and now facing them again, the confidence of Southampton fans is very high.

But the Manchester City fans also responded immediately.

"Last time, our lineup was not complete, so we lost to you."

"It's different now, De Bruyne is back. The soul core of our team is back, and we will let you see a different Manchester City team."

"This time, we will give you all the humiliation we received last time at St. Mary's Stadium."

"Southampton, you wait for us, we will eclipse the whole St Mary's Stadium."

It was the first time City fans had shown such spirits against Southampton since that home defeat.

And all this is because they said De Bruyne returned from injury.

Manchester City with and without De Bruyne are two teams.

While De Bruyne was recovering from his injury, although Manchester City could always score amazingly against weak opponents, once they encountered a strong team, they were always a little bit less dominant.Lost to Southampton before, and lost to Chelsea some time ago, all without De Bruyne.Without De Bruyne, they are always less interesting at critical moments.

Now that De Bruyne is back, he also played in the last round of the game.And his return allowed Manchester City to successfully win the Leicester City team in the away game.

The key is that his comeback has allowed Manchester City to regain the dominance that is easy to do.At the critical moment, De Bruyne also helped Manchester City take the lead in breaking the deadlock.

De Bruyne's performance after his comeback shows that he is still in good condition.Up to this game now, I believe his state will only be better than that one.

This gave Manchester City fans enough confidence.

In addition to the fans, the whole Manchester City team was also encouraged by De Bruyne's comeback.

As a result, Guardiola has become more confident.At the press conference held before the game, he expressed with confidence:
"It's a game worth six points. We have to win it anyway. I believe we can win it this time too!"

In addition to Guardiola, other members of the Manchester City team have expressed that they want to beat Southampton this time.To take back what they lost before at the Santa Maria Stadium.

Facing the Manchester City team whose military spirit and morale have been restored, the players of the Southampton team still seem very calm.

"Oh. De Bruyne is back. It's good."

"He is absent. The last victory at the Etihad always makes people feel that something is missing. Manchester City must not be convinced by the loss."

"Then this time the Manchester City team is all in order, which is a bit challenging."

"This time, we will convince Manchester City to lose."

"We'll let them know that we are the kings of the Premier League now, Southampton!"

These words from the Southampton players really give people a particularly confident feeling.It even made many people feel that these words are arrogant and domineering.

And these players, but Southampton fans feel very useful.They feel that the current Southampton team should have such confidence.It is also qualified to say so.

If you are not convinced, just wait until the game kicks off and you are convinced.

Sun Yi, on the other hand, was much more low-key than the others.

"The Manchester City team this time is a bit different from the last time they played against each other. Now they are a complete Manchester City team. It may not be easy to beat them easily. However, no matter who we meet, our goal has never been the same. It will change, and that's winning. We'll do our best to win."

Sun Yi's words not only expressed confidence, but also seemed relatively low-key.This also made the smell of gunpowder between the two teams a little less.

"Sun is still so low-key! However, there is no way. No matter who calls them Chinese, they are always so humble."

Many people think that Sun Yi's words are purely modest.

But in fact, Sun Yi really thinks that this time Manchester City will be very difficult to beat.

Others think that one more De Bruyne will be useful, but they don't think it can bring about qualitative changes.But Sun Yi knows that a De Bruyne can really bring a qualitative improvement to a team.

With or without De Bruyne, the threat to Southampton is two different things.

Therefore, Sun Yi is very cautious in his attitude towards this game.

Of course, he will not criticize the players' words of contempt for Manchester City before the game.The spirit of the team cannot be beaten.Players can be proud, as long as he, the coach of the first team, remains objective and calm, he will be fine.

Strategically let the player despise the opponent, but tactically he pays attention to the opponent.

Therefore, Sun Yi constantly inspires the team's confidence in training, but he pays great attention and prudence to specific tactics.

And because the rest time was too short, Sun Yi also spent a lot of energy to simulate the match.

And because of too much consumption, he couldn't satisfy the trickle of Xiao Biesheng's newlyweds.

As Sun Yi's old partner, Dior quickly saw his true thoughts from Sun Yi's tactical arrangements.

"Sun, you take it very seriously! The last time you were a guest at Ittihad, you were not so cautious."

"I still let you see it."

"Does De Bruyne really have to make you so nervous? Is he so strong?"

"Yes. In my opinion, the two teams of Manchester City with him and without him. This game against Manchester City will definitely be more difficult than we imagined."

"Okay. If this is the case, then we will entertain them with the highest treatment."

"Of course!"

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After just a day off, Southampton ushered in Manchester City at Mary's Stadium.

Southampton VS Manchester City.

This is a national derby level battle.

Now it's time for the Christmas holidays.As a result, St. Mary's Stadium was packed.Even if some seats are temporarily added, it still cannot satisfy the enthusiastic fans.

The St. Mary's Stadium, which can only accommodate a few [-] people, was once again complained by fans that it is too small.

The scarcity of seats also makes it hard to find tickets for this game.Even if you have money, you can't buy a ticket.Needless to say, the scalpers must have made a lot of money from this.

"Southampton, must win!"

"Let's welcome our opponents with goals. Today, we're going to kick your asses. You're going to leave crying. And then crying to daddy, I'm never coming to St Mary's Stadium again...."

In addition to shouting the slogan of winning, the Southampton fans at the scene also sang a song that was quite mocking.

Amidst the singing, Southampton and Manchester City stepped onto the pitch together.

After entering the stadium, Sun Yi was a little dumbfounded when he heard the fans singing like this.This kind of high-profile song is easy to attract black people.

But he can't help it.The current strength of the Southampton team does not allow Southampton fans to keep a low profile.

"Welcome to watch this top battle. Hello everyone, I am your good friend Martin Taylor."

"Hi everyone, I'm Allardyce, another good friend of yours."

In this game, the two teamed up again to explain Southampton's game live.

"Wow, did you hear that? The singing of the Southampton fans." Martin Taylor said.

"This song looks down on Manchester City!" Allardyce said.

"Yes. Very mocking."

"But they have the qualifications. If Manchester City want to save face, then at least they can't lose this game."

"So, Allardyce, do you think Manchester City can do this in this game?"

"I think it should be possible. There are two differences between this game and the last time the two teams played against each other. One is that De Bruyne is back, and Manchester City is stronger than that time. The other is that Southampton lost Pu Lisic and Golovin, the injuries of these two people have seriously weakened the strength of the Southampton team. This situation has caused the strength of the two teams to change."

"It turned out to be so, so do you think it is possible for Manchester City to win the game?"

"It is possible, but the probability should not be high."

"why?"

"Because the Southampton team still has Ronaldo, Kaka, Balotelli, and Van Dijk. The core strength of the Southampton team has not been damaged. In addition, the Southampton team still has the home court advantage, So, I think this game is very likely to be a draw."

Allardyce made a prediction for this game.It's just that his prediction is not pleasing.Neither Southampton nor Manchester City fans like this.They all think that their own team must win, otherwise it is unacceptable.

"Allardyce, many fans left messages saying that your prediction is shit." Martin Taylor said gloatingly.

"My prediction is professional."

"Some fans~cough cough~ said that if you are really professional, you should go back to coach the team instead of being a commentator."

"I~that~ have already got the list of matches?"

"Already got it."

"Then let me tell you about the starting lineups of the two sides today."

"Okay." Martin Taylor really wanted Allardyce to continue fighting with the fans, because this is called interaction, and it also represents the ratings.It's just that Allardyce is like this, he can only turn to the roster for the game.

"Today, Manchester City's formation is still 433. Sane, Aguero, Mahrez, three forwards. De Bruyne, B. Schill, Fernandi Ao three midfielders. The defender is Kompany , Laporte, Dallo and Walker. The goalkeeper is Ederson.

The substitutes are Stones, Jesus, David Silva, Otamendi, Sterling..."

"Wow, the Manchester City team is definitely playing the main force today. Whether they are starting or substituting, they are all the best players in their team. Looking at the lineup of Manchester City, they are definitely determined to win today!" Allardyce said exclaimed.

Martin Taylor continued: "Next, let me look at the Southampton team. 4231 teams. Bartlotelli, Ronaldo, Kaka, Prouse, Paulinho, Romeu, Van Dijk... "

"Today's Southampton team is also doing their best. It can be seen that they also have the idea that they must win the game."

"With such a lineup from both sides, this game will definitely be a battle between dragons and tigers. For the fans who are watching this game, you are blessed this time. This will definitely be a satisfying and exciting game."

"..."

At this moment, Sun Yi had already shook hands with Guardiola and talked with Guardiola on the sidelines.

"We finally met again. Sun. Last time you took the victory from our home court. This time, it's time to return."

Unexpectedly, after this meeting, Guardiola came directly with such a declaration.

It was nothing like the last time I was at the Etihad.Guardiola looked obviously more confident.

Sun Yi couldn't help feeling vigilant.Guardiola is clearly confident.

However, Sun Yi's face was very relaxed. "If you haven't paid it back, you'll have to kick it to know. Maybe, we will accept your generous gift."

"We didn't come here as guests today, and we didn't bring any gifts."

"It's okay, it's enough to leave three points."

"..."

The two talked tit for tat for a while, but they separated when they couldn't gain the upper hand.

Watching Guardiola return to the Manchester City team, Sun Yi felt a little dignified.

Guardiola was so different today.Sun Yi clearly felt that Guardiola, whom he had feared so much, was back.

"I'm afraid it's really hard to play today."

Later, after the players from both sides performed the entrance ceremony, the game started with the referee's whistle.

In the coin toss, Manchester City won the kick-off.

As soon as the kick-off kicked off, Manchester City launched an attack on Southampton regardless of the player's positioning.

Aguero, Sane and Mahrez, these three rushed forward frantically at the first time.

The Southampton team didn't expect that Manchester City, as the visiting team, didn't even have a test, so they did it directly.He was caught off guard for a while.

Fortunately, Van Dijk and Paval did not panic, and stepped forward to intercept after reacting.

This interfered with Manchester City's attack.

But they didn't stop the ball, and the three of Aguerona used exquisite cooperation to finally form a shot at the top of the penalty area.

Fortunately, Aguero's last shot went wide of the goal.

"Wow~ I was scared to death. I thought I was going to steal one at the beginning."

Manchester City's offense really scared the Southampton team from top to bottom.

Sun Yi couldn't help frowning.

"This is an understatement! The visitor is not kind!"

(End of this chapter)