Ultimate Demon Sword

Chapter 223 Actual combat is the only criterion for testing tactics
After 10 minutes, all ten rounds of confrontation ended, and both sides won five rounds each and tied. This should be the most peaceful result.Neither side will be punished - the players think so.

But Simeone came up with the first sentence, and everyone was confused.

"Tie? Everyone, run around behind each other's backs!"

Wen Zhihao's eyes were wide open, most of the people had their mouths pursed, and they had great opinions, but they dared not speak out in front of Simeone.

It was Wen Zhihao who was not afraid of tigers as a newborn calf, and protested with a smile: "Boss, isn't that right? Everyone didn't lose. Football is not basketball. Draws are allowed!"

Costa quickly and quietly pulled Wen Zhihao, based on his knowledge of Simeone, challenging his authority face to face, the consequences are often very serious!
Simeone turned his head and yelled at Wen Zhihao: "I'm the coach, and I have the final say on the rules! Understand? You can accept a draw, can't you, Wen?"

Wen Zhihao didn't dare to answer any more, he heard the disappointment in Simeone's eyes.

Simeone deliberately raised his voice, and then said: "What about the knockout round? What about the final? What about overtime or even a penalty shootout? The result of the tie is that you can only watch others on the championship podium forever!"

What Simeone said shocked the old players who had experienced two defeats in the Champions League finals. Lost in overtime in the 2013-14 season, and lost in the final penalty shootout in the 2015-16 season.And they all lost to their old rivals Real Madrid.The old players who experienced the pain of those two losses all recalled the envy and unwillingness of looking up at the opponent when the opponent was proud on the podium.

Wen Zhihao is not the person involved, but from Simeone's excited tone and heartbroken expression, he can also understand that this must be the head coach's great understanding after personal experience.

"Wen, can you really accept a draw?" Simeone asked again.

This time Wen Zhihao shook his head.

Simeone's face softened slightly, and he said sharply after a while: "Then accept the punishment. You don't need to run laps, go to the professor, and I will let him review the feeling of strength training for you."

Wen Zhihao suddenly looked bitter.

……

After the training ended in the afternoon and everyone left, in the head coach's office, Boggs and Simeone exchanged information about Wen Zhihao's individual confrontation.

"Diego, it seems that it is not far from your idea."

Simeone's face was calm: "Training and competition are two different things. Actual combat is the only criterion for testing tactics. They must stand the test of competition."

Boggs is not worried at all: "You still don't know the abilities of the three of them. Will there be a big decline in actual combat? It doesn't exist! Anyway, with Wen, I am not worried at all. He has completely convinced me that there is really nothing impossible on the court."

Simeone pondered for a moment and replied: "I hope you are right."

……

In the No.20 round of the league, Atletico Madrid played at home against Clas Palmas 1:0.Griezmann made a point and hit it himself.Compared with the 5:1 victory in the first match of the season, it is not so easy for Atletico Madrid to win at home, and it is also related to the fact that Simone Costa has not played for the time being.

The last game in January.Atletico Madrid host Girona.The season opener was at the opponent's home court, and Atletico Madrid encountered a lot of trouble and managed a thrilling draw.Times have changed, and as a guest at the Metropolitan Stadium, Girona lost the right time, place and people at home, but they did not have such good luck.

4:1, Wen Zhihao scored twice in the first half to seal the victory for the team.Atletico remain unbeaten on their honeymoon schedule in January.

The overall situation in the standings has not changed, and Atletico Madrid still ranks third with 48 points.

Entering February, the winter window is officially closed. Some teams in the five major leagues will relegation, some will compete for the championship, and some will strive to qualify for the European War. At this time, they will move forward at full speed, and Diego Costa can finally represent Atletico Madrid in the No.20 round, facing Valencia in the key battle for the championship.Since the return was announced in September last year, Atletico Madrid fans have been looking forward to it, and finally waited for this day.

From the summer of 2014 to England until today.After 320 and [-] days, the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium replaced Calderon, but the enthusiasm of the fans remained.

The promotional poster of Costa's return to the first show was posted in the most conspicuous position at the gate of the Metropolitan Stadium.The club's exclusive bus also temporarily covered the sponsor's advertisement with Costa's poster, which is another major theme besides the focus match itself.

The hero is back!

Before officially entering the arena, Atlético Madrid thoughtfully held a small welcome ceremony for Costa. When the DJ led the [-] spectators to shout Costa's name, Costa, who is used to countless big scenes, twitched his facial muscles slightly and almost burst into tears in front of the live broadcast camera.

"Atletico Madrid fans welcome their hero! See how much fighting spirit this can inspire Costa. He has not been smooth this season. Let's see if the familiar fans can let him gradually find himself."

Simeone understands the emotional needs of the fans, but as the head coach, he must be responsible to the team. He chose to let Gameiro be one of the double forwards.In the first half of the season, there were very few chances to play at Chelsea. After moving to Atletico Madrid, he did not experience the intensity of official games for several months.It wouldn't hurt to give him a break.

Isn't coming off the bench an extra chance to enjoy the applause from the audience?
Atletico Madrid and their opponents were evenly divided in the first half. Valencia was able to stabilize the second place in the standings and overwhelm Atletico Madrid. Coach Marcelino's transformation of the team is effective.The midfield combination of Kondogbia and Parejo is tough. Even in the face of Thomas, who is like a small tank, Kondogbia will not lose the wind. Once Atletico Madrid loses the ball, Parejo can directly make a long pass to striker Zaza, and instantly hit Atletico Madrid's outstretched fist back.

But Simeone at least responded to the previous media questions in the first half.Offensive formations are not for abuse.I still dare to fight like this against my opponent for the championship!
During the intermission, Simeone decided to strengthen the hardness of the striker.The first thing that came to mind was Costa, who was on the bench in the first half.

"Diego, it's up to you in the second half. You replace Kevin to rest. Is there a problem?" Simeone arranged in front of the tactical board.

"No problem, boss, I've already prepared it!" Gameiro stood up and replied confidently.He has been waiting for this moment.

Simeone nodded, turned his eyes around Wen Zhihao and Griezmann, then returned to Costa and said: "I want to see what is shown in training."

Although Simeone looked at Costa, the words were for three people, and Wen Zhihao and Griezmann were also faintly excited.In order to practice this tactic, everyone has been punished. It can't be done in vain, it has to be effective.

Under Simeone's stern appearance, he actually looks forward to the actual combat effect between the three.Only when it is proved in the game can this style of play have the value of continuing to improve.For Atletico Madrid, which has been accepting anti-reverse thinking before, the new attempt is equivalent to a complete tactical revolution.

(End of this chapter)