Tyrant of green giants, signed Guardiola at the beginning

end of June.

Leeds United will face the League Cup round of 16 in midweek.

At home against Newcastle United.

Since they will be away to challenge Liverpool on the weekend, Leeds United will actually be tested very hard in the next two rounds of the league.

Continuous guest appearances, first against Liverpool and then against Chelsea.

Shen Hao completely hid the main force in the League Cup.

Except for Toldo, Edgar Davis and Jamie Redknapp who continue to start, other main players, including Franck Ribery, have been hidden.

Batistuta and Mendieta partnered as a double forward.

Michael Gray, Seth Johnson, Davies and Jamie Redknapp make up the midfield.

Carlisle, Gregan, Kilgallon, and Bynes formed the back line.

Souness leads Newcastle United as a guest.

The lineup is basically the main team.

Alan Shearer partners with Luke on the striker, and Bowyer, Scott Parker, N'Zogbia and Belozoglu are included in the midfield.

Solano, Basson, Elliott, Ramsey on the back line.

Given guarded the goal.

Although Leeds United was at home, they played very conservatively.

On the one hand, Shen Hao does not want to overly consume the midfielder. On the other hand, based on his experience in the league, he has a bold prediction.

Not long after the game started, the conservative Leeds United began to be beaten by Newcastle United.

Shen Hao sat on the coach's bench, his expression calm and confident.

"Newcastle United really showed a strong team attitude."

Even though Leeds United is a substitute lineup, the defensive line that is tightly guarded is not so easy to break.

Carlisle, who already had the nickname "The Butcher", played as a right back, which directly made N'Zogbia timid and timid, fearing that the Butcher would ruin his season.

Carlisle has gained a reputation in a short period of time from the Championship to the Premier League. Although he is not very capable, he has an aura that makes his opponents fear him.

Baines faced Bowyer but it was not as stressful as expected.

This is thanks to the Leeds United fans who tirelessly cursed Bowyer in the stands!

Bowyer is very anxious and rushes when he has the ball, but even Newcastle United fans want to yell at him: I know you are very anxious, but can you not be so anxious when you are on horseback!

Tackling tough battles requires patience, skills, and even better psychological quality.

Bowyer returned to his hometown and was ridiculed and humiliated by Leeds United fans at Elland Road. They wished they could suspend the game and start a group fight!

Leeds United had a large number of midfielders, and Scott Parker and Belozoglu were suppressed and could only move their offense to the wings.

The effect of the wing offensive is hard to watch.

As a last resort, Newcastle United's full-backs need to start.

Frequently rushes to the frontcourt to provide support.

Otherwise, their Alan Shearer and Luke are just decorations.

Souness actively directed from the sidelines.

However, Shen Hao sat calmly on the coaching bench.

When Newcastle United's troops almost came out in full force, Seth Johnson and Michael Gray actively helped defend the wing to form a clampdown.

Leeds United began to get excellent counterattack opportunities.

Just after the 25th minute of the game, Mendieta successfully connected in the frontcourt. He changed the ball and cut inward before approaching the goal. He formed a containment in front of the penalty area line and drove the defender to move to attack him.

Mendieta sent the ball straight into the penalty area from the air exposed by the defender's movement.

Batistuta succeeded in countering offside. Facing the attacking Given, he flicked the ball towards the far corner of the goal.

Seize the opportunity and seize the rhythm.

Ji Wen was caught off guard and it was too late to make a hasty save.

The football rolled into the Newcastle United goal.

In an instant, the cheers at Elland Road Stadium were shaking!

Leeds United fans were very pleased and proud to see the old God of War.

Batistuta also enjoyed the cheers from the fans, and he smiled brightly even though his face had obvious wrinkles.

Souness was distraught.

In fact, he was also anxious.

And also very panicked!

Fighting for the main force, they failed to beat Leeds United.

This is no longer such a shameful thing in the Premier League.

After all, Leeds United is a bunch of old monsters.

Not only can he play, but he can't see the signs of physical decline that a veteran should have.

But on the League Cup stage, Leeds United's combat effectiveness was at least 6% off!

Newcastle United can be said to be close to its peak strength.

If he still can't win this, then he will really be ruined.

If word gets out, what will his colleagues think of him?

He gestured hurriedly on the sidelines, asking Newcastle United to launch a strong attack and increase their fighting spirit.

But the effect is not optimistic.

Leeds United stopped quietly and struck later.

The more anxious Newcastle United are, the more likely they are to make mistakes.

The offense cannot penetrate, and the defense cannot be airtight.

That is to say, the midfield battle has become more intense.

But it could not shake Leeds United's anti-counterattack posture.

Before the end of the first half, Leeds United's counterattack once again swept the frontcourt.

Scott Parker consciously returned to defense early.

But Mendieta simply completed a pass and cut with Batistatu in the middle of the frontcourt. Then he penetrated into the penalty area and kicked the ball. The football drew a pleasing internal arc and fell into the goal. Far corner!

Leeds fans laughed loudly.

Well, a little crazy!

"As for Newcastle United's defense, Mendieta and Batistuta can handle it!"

"It makes me laugh. When I think about Newcastle United spending more than 4000 million pounds on signings in the summer, where did their reinforcements go?"

"Reinforcement? Didn't they just waste 4000 million pounds?"

The Newcastle United generals are a little disheartened and have low morale.

By the end of the first half, they were all disgraced and worried.

Leeds United will return to the dressing room to rest.

However, Shen Hao sat on the coaching bench and did not move.

Souness paused, a little annoyed.

Shen Hao didn't go back to the locker room, which seemed to mean that he was ignored.

But the situation is stronger than the people.

At this time, Leeds United leads Newcastle United 2:0. If the latter cannot get at least one goal back.

I'm afraid it won't make Shen Hao nervous.

The half-time show that Leeds United fans were looking forward to came as scheduled.

Shen Hao was finally able to appreciate it.

Thousands of beauties, vying for beauty.

Vibrant and charming.

Even Shen Hao's mood was aroused.

When the halftime show ended and the women's team left the stage, they trotted out and were bombarded with a series of flirtatious glances and glances at Shen Hao.

The scene was naturally captured on the sidelines.

Countless fans are envious.

Shen Hao did not pretend to be indifferent and responded with a smile.

Be generous and natural, without any embarrassment.

"Haha, Brother Hao is definitely a veteran who has been among thousands of flowers and never touched a leaf."

"You are still unmoved by your beauty. Brother Hao's level is so high!"

"That's right. I, Brother Hao, can't just leave the field right now with a hug on both sides, right?"

"Hahaha, so what if you leave the field? Can Newcastle United be transformed?"

Newcastle United really can't make a difference.

In the second half, the two sides changed sides and fought again.

Newcastle United did not produce a particularly improved performance after adjustments.

It's nothing more than being more aggressive and playing rougher.

Kilgallon and Gregan frequently headed the ball to clear the ball.

Even if Luke or Shearer occasionally caught the first touch of the ball, they would not be able to complete the shot.

Under Leeds United's intensive defense, there are fewer veterans in the midfield and backfield. The young people are energetic and active in running.

However, Shen Hao was deeply impressed by Baines' active and calm performance during the transition between offense and defense in the backcourt.

Leeds United's counterattack was still able to pose a strong threat, but Newcastle United's defensive actions significantly increased their aggressiveness to stifle the threat.

Mendieta became more and more courageous with every setback.

It seems that his opponent is not only Newcastle United, but also his destiny at Leeds United.

As time passed, Batistuta's physical fitness became somewhat unable to keep up.

Running frequency decreases.

Shen Hao didn't force it either.

Let the old God of War take his place on the field.

If you have a chance, shoot the goal, but if you don't, it will be an invisible deterrent.

However, after 80 minutes of the game, Leeds United was once again intercepted and sniped by Newcastle United backcourt defenders during the counterattack. Mendieta personally created a set-piece opportunity.

The position is good, on the right side in front of the top of the penalty area.

Mendieta personally took the penalty, and the football he shot just passed the top of the wall and went straight to the upper right corner of the goal.

The football missed the lintel and flew into the blind spot.

Surprised all four!

Souness is confused and Newcastle United fans are about to cry!

"Fak! Leeds United's substitute lineup beat us 3:0?"

"Souness, get out!"

"I really don't see a glimmer of hope."

With five minutes left in the game, Shen Hao finally got up, walked to the sidelines and paced back and forth.

Active muscles and bones.

Just sitting numb.

If the game hadn't ended yet, he would have really wanted to do a set of radio gymnastics.

Souness sat back instead.

His expression was dull, his eyes were empty and dim.

Can't beat it!

I'm scratching my head and can't figure out why I can't beat him!

But just can't beat it.

The final whistle blows.

Leeds United advance to the quarter-finals of the League Cup.

As the defending League Cup champions.

It is not surprising that Leeds United advanced to the quarter-finals, but the substitute lineup completely defeated Newcastle United, which is also in the Premier League and showed the strongest fighting force, which shocked Fleet Street.

Although it may not be said that Newcastle United is that weak, the Leeds Tyrant's ability to switch tactics and strategize has begun to gain popularity.

...

Step into November.

The weather is even colder.

The humid and cold climate seems to indicate that the devil's race is about to begin with tragedy and hardship.

Leeds United are taking things step by step.

Shen Hao began to plan the rotation strategy for this month's intensive schedule.

Leeds United travel to Anfield to challenge Liverpool this weekend.

The two teams met in the League Cup semi-finals last season.

Even though Liverpool suffered a double defeat.

Benitez was under great pressure at the time.

At the same time, they failed to reach the top four in the league, but they were able to turn the tide by creating a historic classic game in the Champions League final.

No one cares about other gains and losses.

In the 04/05 season, Liverpool had a shocking reversal in Istanbul that will go down in history, which is enough.

Benitez is a little exhausted.

The main reason is that the gap behind Leeds United at the top of the league is too big.

At the same time, it is also because Liverpool’s official games this season start in early July.

A whole month earlier than other teams!

Without him.

The G14, an alliance of Europe's biggest clubs and elite clubs, has put pressure on UEFA to demand that defending champions Liverpool enter this season's Champions League.

Liverpool, who had not qualified for the Champions League in the league, were given the green light.

This also allows the Premier League to have 5 teams participating in the Champions League this season.

It's a pity that Everton didn't live up to expectations and didn't even make it into the qualifying rounds.

Defending champion Liverpool started from the first round of qualifying, fought fiercely for a month and a half, and passed three levels in a row before entering the main competition of this season's Champions League.

However, because it is an extra quota, there is also a principle of protection from avoidance of group draws and leagues.

As a result, they were drawn into the same group as Chelsea in the group stage, which is considered a first-of-its-kind anecdote in the history of the Champions League.

One can imagine how much consumption Liverpool suffered when the campaign lasted until December.

But Liverpool are resilient.

In the first eight rounds of the league, the record was poor.

Only 2 wins, 4 draws and 2 losses.

In the last 5 rounds of the league, they have won 5 consecutive games.

Overall, the results of 7 wins, 4 draws and 2 losses look much more respectable.

However, there is still a huge gap with Leeds United's strong record of 12 wins and 1 draw.

Leeds United has 37 points and Liverpool has 25 points.

The 12-point gap between the two teams made one fact clear to everyone.

Whether Leeds United can win the championship is hard to say.

But there is a high probability that one of the Big 4 teams will be kicked out this season and replaced by one, and they will enter the Champions League next season.

So Liverpool's competitors are actually Arsenal and Manchester United.

Benister's evaluation of Leeds United before the game was: They are indeed capable of competing for the championship!

Shen Hao expressed his respect for Liverpool's recent strong state before the game.

Any Big4 team in the Premier League has the ability to win 5 or 8 consecutive games.

When they are in this winning streak stage, there is no doubt that their strength is extremely strong.

As for who will end it, it is difficult to predict.

Anfield is bright red.

The Leeds United fans in the away team's stands felt like a piece of pure white land in a sea of ​​red.

When the Liverpool fans sang "You'll Never Walk Alone" and the melodious and sonorous singing ended, the Red Army fans still held their scarves high, and the scene was spectacular.

Shen Hao entered the scene and stood aside, his expression serious and meticulous.

Benitez also looked solemn in his suit and tie.

If Liverpool wants to compete for the title, they must shorten the gap with Leeds United.

The task of sniping the top spot cannot be left to other teams.

Otherwise, why should I compete for the championship?

The champion of the top league has never been missed.

If you don't win enough games, you will never win the championship.

The starting players of the two teams appeared on the stage, and the atmosphere began to become heated.

The cheers from fans from both sides were deafening.

"The biggest media in football is unpredictability. Three months ago, people were still discussing whether newly promoted Leeds United could survive until Christmas with a team of classic cars. However, the opening game victory over defending champion Chelsea has already heralded a victory in white. A storm is brewing in the Premier League!

Hello everyone, I am wearing glasses. "

"There was a time when the Whites were trying to compete with the dominant Manchester United, but that short-lived success has become a past that fans remember. When Leeds United were relegated to the Championship, everyone thought it was the short-lived success of the Young Guards in Whites. Time has gone forever, but who could have imagined that just one year later, Leeds United would not only return to the Premier League, but also dominate the Premier League with unparalleled strength and win the championship!

Hello everyone, I am Xiaochuang. "

"Today, the Whites are visiting as a guest to challenge the Red Army Liverpool, which has been in strong form recently. This is bound to be a battle between dragons and tigers, and a top-level competition in the Premier League that complements each other."

"Although Liverpool has never won the Premier League crown, it was able to create a stunning performance in the Champions League last season and dominate the world, which is enough to show that his ultimate fighting power is beyond imagination."

"Today's battle is full of suspense. Leeds United is unlikely to lose, and Liverpool is on a strong winning streak. Will the white shirt continue to play a triumphant song and dominate the Premier League, or will Liverpool come from behind to shorten the gap with the top spot? Let us wait and see!"

"Leeds United started 433 today, with all their main players.

Goalkeeper: Toldo.

Defenders: Kelly, Redondo, DeBoer, Candela.

Midfielder: Edgar Davis, Guardiola, Simeone.

Forwards: Rivaldo, Claudio Lopez, Ribery.

Liverpool starting 442.

Goalkeeper: Reina.

Defenders: Finnan, Carragher, Hyypia, Warnock.

Midfielder: Luis Garcia, Gerrard, Xabi Alonso, Kewell.

Forward: Morientes, Crouch. "

The fans in white had mixed feelings in their hearts when they saw Kewell.

This is the core member of their Class 97.

And it was not a glorious time to leave.

He worked with his agent to move him to Liverpool for a low price of 600 million pounds.

But at least he didn't become a traitor and loyal to Manchester United.

Except for the extreme fans who are worried about it.

Other fans are now choosing to be relieved.

Leeds United want to fight for the title.

The fans were encouraged, and the situation became bigger invisibly.

Shen Hao looked at Liverpool's starting lineup and finally met Xavi Alonso, a midfielder with a potential of 182.

The combination of him and Gerrard, one offense and one defense, has a potential of over 180, and it is currently just over 175.

After all, there are still only a few players who can touch the ceiling.

Potential represents the limit, but it does not represent the current combat power.

But it can no longer be underestimated. It can be said that it has been baptized by the Champions League champion.

Both have reached the threshold of world class.

If you become more diligent, you will have a chance to become a master of the era.

After all, there is almost no midfielder with a potential that can touch his 190. If there is, and it can touch the ceiling, it must be a historically amazing person.

Accompanied by the referee's whistle.

This powerful dialogue has officially begun.

Liverpool entered the rhythm very quickly and started to work hard.

Both wings flew together and Gerrard followed up in the middle to support or deliver threatening balls. Liverpool's offense was open and close, fast and concise.

Very efficient.

Morientes took the lead and scored a header after intersecting with Crouch to interfere with the Leeds United centre-back's defense.

Toldo made a wonderful save to resolve the danger.

Leeds United's fast break is also approaching the city.

After Rivaldo and Lopez hit the wall and cooperated, they entered the right rib area of ​​the penalty area but Hyypia blocked the shooting angle. Rivaldo passed the ball back and tried to find Guardiola who came after him, but Gerrard got back in place first. Complete the steal.

Liverpool did not make any unnecessary adjustments. Alonso organized the ball in the backcourt, and there was always someone on the wing to move forward.

Gerald also had a sense of déjà vu.

Jamie Redknapp and Davies are Leeds United's most versatile midfielders.

But compared with Gerrard's running perpetual motion machine, the gap can still be clearly felt.

After all, Gerrard is at the peak of his powers at this time.

There is only a thin line between it and the ceiling.

When Gerrard hit a high-quality long shot during a quick movement.

Leeds United fans were left feeling numb.

Toldo made another flying save to save the ball.

Wonderful.

But Leeds United fans still have lingering fears.

What Shen Hao is more concerned about is that Liverpool's two forwards frequently cross and change positions, which makes Redondo and De Boer very uncomfortable.

Leeds United tried to create a threat from the left.

Ribery's long-range shot after cutting in from the frontcourt wing is still far from good in terms of quality.

Failed to test Reina.

As the game approached 15 minutes, Kewell dribbled forward from the left. After Gerrard came to support, he took the ball from a short distance and completed the pass.

The football flew towards the back of the penalty area.

Crouch and Morientes passed each other once again.

When De Boer retreated back, he found that he had taken a step away from Morientes in the first step, resulting in a gap in his attempt to clear the siege.

He reluctantly took off and ended up falling off his head!

I saw Luis Garcia rushing in, facing the falling football from the right side of the penalty area and volleying towards the middle of the goal.

Crouch took a good stance in advance and volleyed sideways!

He hit a high-quality volley about 10 yards away from the goal, and Toldo was powerless!

"Crouch volleyed and scored! This goal... is really beautiful. Damn it, he is two meters tall and lanky, but his skills are not rough. He is still not an English player!"

"Yes, he is fundamentally different from the traditional British high forward in the one-tall-one-fast striker combination. Although he is tall, he is not strong. He relies not on muscle strength and impact, but on technique!"

"The situation is not good now. Liverpool won the first victory at home. After five consecutive victories, Liverpool's overall condition is indeed very strong! The offensive and defensive efficiency is ridiculously high!"

Crouch did a mechanical dance as he rushed to the sidelines to celebrate.

Liverpool fans cheered.

Benitez remained calm.

As if everything was taken for granted.

Shen Hao looked solemn, thinking carefully and analyzing the scene.

Liverpool's strong form is hardly a continuation.

Their tepid start in the early stages of the league was related to their fatigue and adjustments since the start of the campaign in July.

It is also inseparable from the need for new players like Crouch to work with the team.

The strong state in the past month is more like a climb.

Return to their due display of combat power, and return to the position that should belong to them.

In terms of style, Benitez also seems to have given up on making Liverpool completely Spanish.

The emphasis on technical flow combined with the traditional essence of British style of play has resulted in this style of play.

Based on technique and physical strength, with emphasis on efficiency and rhythm.

To put it bluntly, Liverpool simplified the offensive advancement, maintained a fast pace, and created opportunities for the most reliable scoring points.

Leeds United's performance was unsatisfactory in comparison.

When Gerrard faced off against Guardiola and Davis, he was able to cover Leeds United's 1.5-man coverage by one person and complete the offensive support very well, switch organizational roles, and create threats from behind.

Such an all-around midfielder needs strong strength to support it, and Gerrard happens to have such strength.

Leeds United's edge advantage in front of other teams seems not enough.

Either there is insufficient creativity support, or the individual wing player's explosive ability lacks a bit of strength.

Leeds United kicked off, and Shen Hao decided to take another look. For the players currently on the field, his room for adjustment is relatively limited.

The atmosphere at Anfield was made even more passionate by the enthusiastic cheering of the Reds fans.

Leeds United's fast break was approaching, but the small coordination could not achieve the effect of penetrating the defense.

Rivaldo will definitely not be inferior in one-on-one against Shanghai Pia. The problem is that there are Alonso and Warnock harassing and attacking from the side.

It made him very threatening.

At this time, it can be seen that as a winger, Ribery does not particularly like to grab points, and prefers to control the ball and create threats after receiving the ball.

Although Lopez got a chance in the penalty area, he did not have enough space to perform.

He barely managed to shoot under pressure, but the quality was hard to beat.

Reina's calm save can be regarded as a solid performance.

Liverpool's open and close offensive is like a rhythmic wave, one wave after another, continuous.

Morientes' performance with the ball was average and he was obviously no longer at his peak.

But with a positive attitude, he became Crouch's assistant. His constant movements caused containment and interference, allowing Crouch to shine.

Just after 35 minutes of the game, Leeds United's frontcourt attack finally led to Davis stepping in from behind to complete a long shot.

He sent the ball directly into the stands.

Under the fast-paced and high-intensity pressing pressure, it is natural to handle the ball as concisely as possible.

Leeds United's offensive creativity highlighted its shortcomings at this time, while Liverpool simplified the complex, opened up and combined, and its combat power continued to rise!

Liverpool's offensive and defensive transitions are simple and crisp.

Alonso passed the ball from the backcourt and found Garcia who was in the best position. The latter dribbled forward from the side and Leeds United's defense quickly retreated.

When Morientes ran into the penalty area and then returned to the area near the wing to meet Garcia, Simeone had just moved his position, but after the contact, Morientes kicked the ball and passed it back.

Simeone turned his eyes and saw Gerrard!

Gerrard had already gotten rid of Guardiola just by running forward, touching the ball and continuing to move forward.

Just as Simeone turned his center of gravity to intercept, Gerrard spiked the ball and changed direction, dodging Davis' interception from the side and getting rid of Simeone's blockade from the front.

In front of the top of the penalty area, Gerrard adjusted his right foot and suddenly blasted the ball!

The football flew to the upper left of the center of the goal without any spin.

The ball is extremely fast, like light and lightning!

Toldo moved one step and jumped to save, barely blocking the ball with his right hand.

The football bounced off and fell into the air.

When it just fell less than three meters from the ground, the audience was stunned.

Leeds United fans were even more shocked.

Crouch turned his back to the goal in the penalty area, then jumped into the air and hooked upside down!

Everything happened too fast.

Redondo had no time to step forward to interfere.

When the football was kicked upside down by Crouch and flew towards the goal, Toldo was extremely reluctant to save again.

boom!

The football hit the inside of the upper corner of the left goal post and bounced into the goal!

"This...Crouch scored twice! I have to say, this goal is wonderful!"

"As the captain, I also want to applaud Crouch for scoring the goal with an upside-down golden hook!"

"Gerrard's performance was so wonderful. What is a top midfielder at the top? This is it!"

"Yes, Guardiola can't keep up with Gerrard at all. When Liverpool attacks from the wing, Simeone's help in defense will make the center a little empty."

"Maybe at halftime, Brother Hao will replace Guardiola."

Benitez still looked unfazed.

But his face was obviously much softer.

Liverpool fans are crazy.

Seeing Crouch's amazing overhead kick, there is no doubt that this goal has locked up the best goal of this round and is expected to compete for the best goal of the season!

Shen Hao clenched his back molars.

Liverpool's fighting power is a bit scary!

Leeds United trailed 0:2 to Liverpool.

At this moment, Leeds United seemed to be fighting a steel-like beast!

Two goals behind, the situation reached its most critical point.

Concede one more goal and all bets are off.

There are games where we can come back from three goals down, but it's hard to beat the odds.

Shen Hao gestured to the team to avoid the edge for the time being!

Although the Leeds United generals were unwilling to do so, they looked at the arrogant Liverpool players and the enthusiastic one-sided atmosphere.

They had to tighten the fence first.

They need to regroup, but they also need to slow down and adopt a more effective style of play.

Liverpool fans seem to have seen a victory coming.

Extremely excited and excited.

As long as the gap with Leeds United can be shortened, Liverpool seems to have seen the dawn of the championship.

After the kick-off, Leeds United's overall formation shrank, focusing on restricting their opponents.

Benitez glanced at Shen Hao in surprise.

Being able to choose not to advance but to retreat in such a counter-trend, Shen Hao's on-the-spot performance surprised him.

He was also deeply shocked by Leeds United's overall tactical execution of obeying his orders.

Liverpool took the initiative on the field and continuously launched fierce attacks. However, after being compressed, even though Liverpool could still pose a threat, they failed to score the third goal.

Leeds United used a quick counterattack to cause a tactical foul on Finnan, who received a yellow card.

When the whistle sounded at the end of the first half, Shen Hao let out a silent sigh.

The score is still Leeds United 0:2 Liverpool.

This kept him from falling into despair.

He turned quickly and walked into the tunnel.

Midfield adjustments will be a rare major project.

Liverpool fans are in a good mood.

While talking about winning six consecutive games, he also wants to break Leeds United's unbeaten streak so far this season!

Leeds United fans tried to adjust their mood.

There is still a trace of expectation in the calmness.

not much.

Liverpool's wonderful performance is obvious to all.

The strength is enviable.

Especially midfield.

Gerrard and Alonso are firmly at the top of the Premier League.

Top means few.

Fabregas, for example, only has top-level potential, but has not yet truly reached the top level.

Leeds United has a strong midfield, but no player is considered top-notch.

It can only be said that they have rich experience and their actual combat capabilities are not far from the top.

There have been players who have been at the top level in the past and therefore perform better than players who swim against the current.

But that doesn't change the fact that they have slipped from the top.

In the visiting team locker room.

After the players returned to the locker room, Shen Hao clapped his hands and said: "Everyone shut up, sit down and listen carefully to every word I say, we have no time to waste!"

There was silence in the locker room.

The players weren't nervous either.

The most basic professional quality is not to disobey the coach when playing games.

The head coach said go east, but those who dare to go west are digging their own graves!

Shen Hao first talked about substitutions and adjustments, and then quickly made formation combinations and the evolution of play styles on the tactical board.

From forwards to defenders, specifically to most players.

Shen Hao covered everything, for fear of omitting something.

Even though he knew it was impossible for every one of his requests to come true.

But he was even more afraid that he had not conveyed it properly, and then he would regret it.

Do your best to do your job first.

If the situation develops as expected but the players fail to do so, then Shen Hao will analyze the reasons.

Is it a matter of player ability, attitude, or other issues.

If a person really does not have the strength to meet his requirements.

It will definitely need to be replaced in the future.

All in all, a tailwind test can't test anything.

It is in adversity that we can truly see the problem.

Before the start of the second half, Shen Hao walked quickly back to the court.

He strode like lightning, his expression still serious, but he could not help but reveal his high fighting spirit.

People who didn’t know better thought Leeds United were leading by two goals at Anfield!

Benitez noticed Shen Hao's state when he entered the field, and he knew that Shen Hao must make adjustments.

But what should Liverpool fear?

When the players from both teams returned to the field, the Liverpool players were calm and confident.

The Leeds United generals swept away the decline, as if the game had restarted.

"Huh? Brother Hao actually replaced Simeone instead of Guardiola."

"Obviously Guardiola is not adapting to the rhythm of this game in terms of running, but Brother Hao is willing to let him stay on the field."

"Jamie Redknapp comes on, let's see how Leeds changes in the second half."

Benitez was also a little surprised.

He didn't expect Shen Hao to replace Simeone.

Leeds United still has three midfielders.

Davis plays midfielder.

After kick-off, Liverpool worked hard to increase the rhythm.

The big4 teams definitely have a tacit consensus against Leeds United.

That means you must play fast!

Even if Chelsea maintains a defensive counterattack posture, they will do this.

the reason is simple.

Leeds United have too many veterans!

Fast pace can bring down Leeds United.

Even if Leeds United leads and has an advantage in the early and mid-term of the game, it is likely that all the advantages will be poured out in the final stage of the game.

Taking a long-term view, the deeper the season goes and closer to the end, Leeds United's disadvantage will definitely become greater.

Leeds United did not change the rhythm and maintained almost the same rhythm as Liverpool in terms of running speed and offensive and defensive confrontation.

But Leeds changed the way their attack was organized.

In front of him, Guardiola always delivers passes to both wings of the frontcourt, and Ribery or Rivaldo launches an offensive directly against the opponent's defense.

Facing top teams is naturally a style of play that cannot have a high success rate.

But that is the style of play that best suits Leeds United's current lineup.

The technical and tactical system can never only consider offense.

Now Leeds United is two goals behind and Shen Hao has no way out.

Must give it a try.

Leeds United changed their style of play.

Gerrard's midfield sweep is certainly strong.

But if Leeds United's offensive organization has more passing options, more receptions, and more frequent movements during movement.

The Liverpool midfielder may not be able to resist.

De Boer and Redondo can connect from behind, Jamie Redknapp can provide a forward link, and Davis can assist from the side.

When Leeds United continued to pass and run in the midfield and played the ball very fast, even though Liverpool retreated to strengthen their defense, they could not grasp the key point.

The direction of Leeds United's main attack will naturally be a mystery.

When Jamie Redknapp came to the left area in front of the penalty area, Candela stepped forward to receive the pass from De Boer, and then he played a quick game with Jamie Redknapp and Ribery. Triangle pass.

Candela went directly to the bottom line of the left rib of the penalty area and penetrated the Liverpool back line!

Claudio Lopez's outflanking in front of the goal drove Liverpool's defense to retreat further in front of the goal.

Candela's inverted triangle backpass sent the ball near the penalty spot.

Everyone turned to look, and the Rivaldo they saw was like a famous sword that had been chopped off on the head!

Rivaldo meets the ball and shoots furiously!

Alonso was only one meter away, but failed to cause any interference or damage.

After all, he is not a pure defensive midfielder. He is conscious of returning to defense, but he cannot be compared with an interception machine like Makelele who is specially designed for defense.

The football fired by Rivaldo was like a white rainbow passing through the Liverpool penalty area and disappeared into the upper left corner of the goal in the blink of an eye!

Reina's belated save was of no avail!

"Rivaldo! The ball has been scored! Leeds United pulled a goal back!"

"That's great! Seven minutes into the second half, Leeds United got a goal back. The suspense of the game is back!"

"Liverpool thinks we've been defeated? No, we still have a backup plan!"

Rivaldo didn't go to celebrate, but the team's morale was high.

Shen Hao will make commanding gestures from time to time on the sidelines. He does not change the tactics, but just reminds the players of some offensive and defensive details that they should pay attention to.

The moment he scored, he simply clapped his hands and showed no obvious joy.

His eyes were firm and fierce.

Benitez looked uncertain.

Leeds United takes advantage of the characteristics of technical flow to enhance offensive creativity.

Such an adjustment was made by a young Chinese coach, which really frightened him.

In last season's Carabao Cup semi-final encounter, Liverpool suffered a double defeat, but Benitez never took it to heart.

It may be a pity now.

It failed to truly test Leeds United and find out the depth of the coach's coaching ability.

Benitez withdrew his thoughts, focused on the game, and gestured from the sidelines.

Some Liverpool fans have begun to feel a little uneasy.

The mentality of worrying about gains and losses is always more likely to appear when you have an advantage.

The two-goal advantage turned into one goal, and it was difficult to feel comfortable anymore.

After the kick-off, Liverpool played more simply and roughly, including Gerrard, who would send medium and long passes to start the offensive.

If Leeds United wants to exert enough pressing pressure, the formation must not retreat too deep.

In this way, Liverpool's fast break space will be ideal.

But Benitez's pupils shrank, revealing an expression of disbelief and anger.

Leeds United committed a tactical foul in the midfield!

As long as Liverpool is about to attack deep into the dangerous area, they will resort to tactical fouls to stifle Liverpool's offensive danger.

Even though Gerrard and Alonso have good goal-scoring abilities from set pieces, they may not be able to hit the target with a hundred steps because of their poor positions and angles.

Liverpool fans began to curse.

"Shameless Bai Yi, playing dirty tricks!"

"Take the cards, and when one of you is sent off, let's see what else we can do!"

"Do you still want to escape from Anfield? Dreaming!"

Shen Hao felt calm.

Leeds United committed a tactical foul, not a flagrant foul. There is an essential difference.

England's penalty scale is relatively loose.

But that's only for physical collisions, because confrontation is advocated here.

And if it is a tactical foul, there will be no hesitation when the whistle is blown to call the foul. If this is even confused, then the referees in England will never be able to ascend to the hall of elegance.

But this is obviously not the case. England's head referees will also officiate the important knockout rounds, semi-finals, finals and other games of the World Cup and the Champions League.

Their level of law enforcement may not necessarily be questioned too much on the world stage.

It's just that in England, their law enforcement standards will be closer to the traditional characteristics of football here.

Leeds United used tactical fouls to increase defensive fault tolerance.

But it is also equivalent to handing over the opportunity for error tolerance in advance.

A general defense will only commit a foul when it has to. A foul means a possible card. The same player will be sent off if he gets two yellow cards.

But compared to players being sent off, the result of losing is obviously more unacceptable.

Is there anything worse than losing?

A disastrous defeat, a humiliating defeat.

Leeds United did not reach that point today, but Shen Hao never accepts defeat calmly in key games.

Use all the bullets and leave no regrets.

This is one of the principles he gave himself.

Liverpool have obviously strengthened their defense, and Gerrard has less time in the frontcourt.

More often than not, he assists the defensive line in the backcourt to strengthen defense.

When Leeds United's fouls stifled Liverpool's fast break threat, Liverpool's defense was in danger.

Leeds United's strong attack from the left successfully tilted the center of gravity of Liverpool's defense.

Just after 70 minutes of the game, the offense immediately shifted to the right.

Rivaldo single-handedly dribbled forward, but encountered Warnock's fake move and cut inside. The opponent shifted the center of gravity in advance and tilted inside.

Rivaldo made a reverse cut and successfully broke through from the outside.

Warnock turned around and put down a shovel to intercept the opponent's cross-cutting line, but Rivaldo spiked the ball and changed direction and crossed the opponent.

Passed each other twice in a short period of time!

When he went to the penalty area again, Gerrard rushed towards him fiercely.

Rivaldo speeded up and changed direction toward the baseline, passing Gerrard and seeing Hyypia coming to block his passing line.

Rivaldo decisively passed the ball back in a triangle.

Alonso was marking Guardiola head-on. Unexpectedly, Jamie Redknapp rushed out from behind to meet him. He stopped and walked into the penalty area before swinging his leg to shoot.

Hyypia was unable to block it, so Carragher gritted his teeth and used his body to block it.

But in the next second, Jamie Redknapp passed the ball diagonally to the opponent's side.

Carragher's expression changed, and he felt desperate.

Finished!

He knew who the ball was for.

The former captain of the Red Army sent a fatal pass in the Red Army penalty area today!

Claudio Lopez just rushed to the penalty spot and hit the ball with the arch of his foot.

The football flew straight to the bottom right corner of the goal.

Simply neat!

One hit kill!

Leeds United fans were shaking with excitement and cheering wildly!

"Lopez scored! Leeds United are back!"

"What a gorgeous Rivaldo, what a wonderful team effort, what a crisp fatal blow!"

"Liverpool, white clothes are rising, how can you stop it?!"

Benitez showed a rare moment of gritted teeth.

Shen Hao also gritted his teeth, but raised his arms and smashed down hard in front of him!

The wind has reversed, white clothes are strong!

After Lopez celebrated, Shen Hao quickly gestured for the team to continue to attack Liverpool's defense unswervingly.

Take advantage of the chase!

The Liverpool generals were somewhat uneasy.

It talks about the combination of personal skills and teamwork.

Maybe Leeds United is not much worse than Arsenal.

The most important thing is that this group of old guys from Leeds United have extremely strong tactical literacy and never hesitate to make decisions when the opportunity arises.

Even if it is a tactical foul, it makes people feel that they are calm and at ease.

Although the price of three players in the backcourt has been paid.

Shen Hao is unwilling to miss the great opportunity now.

Benitez makes a substitution.

Kewell comes off and is replaced by Riise.

Shen Hao didn't know how Liverpool's formation would change after this substitution.

The current overall situation cannot be reversed by the appearance of a non-top star.

Liverpool fans were frowning while watching the game. They were extremely nervous and also felt a little afraid of Leeds United's fighting power.

What are you afraid of!

When four players in the backcourt of Leeds United were dyed yellow, just after the 80th minute of the game, Rivaldo just dribbled in from the right and passed the ball back.

He has pinned down Gerrard to help defend.

Because Gerrard knows very well that Warnock can't stop Rivaldo!

Hyypia is also a veteran. At this time, his physical strength has declined and he lacks natural explosive power in action.

In response, Guardiola quickly passed the ball diagonally to the left area in front of the penalty area.

Ribery moved inside, took a step forward with his right foot and then kicked the ball decisively.

The football flew straight to the upper right corner of the goal like a cannonball.

Reina flew to the limit to save, but at this time he felt desperate.

boom!

The football hits the crossbar and pops out!

Countless Leeds United fans held their heads and sighed.

Regretful and anxious.

The ball bounced out just before it landed in front of the penalty area, but Alonso went to fight for the top, but Jamie Redknapp was one step faster after taking off.

Jamie Redknapp headed the ball towards the far corner of the goal.

Carragher immediately turned around and rushed towards the goal, took off and volleyed the ball back with barely a half-hook.

The situation was critical and it was difficult for him to control the direction.

Just when everyone thought Carragher's rescue was successful, Ribery unexpectedly hit the ball on the left side of the penalty area and hit it with another volley!

Reina made the second save completely instinctively, and the action had nothing to do with the standard saving posture.

It's even a little funny, jumping with both feet, leaning body, shooting with both hands...

The lower edge of his right hand touched the football.

But it only slightly changed the flight direction of the football.

The football was refracted and flew into Liverpool's goal from below!

Ribery roared and ran towards the sideline!

"Ribery! Everyone in white, stand up!"

"Oh my god, Chelsea, Arsenal, Liverpool, and Franck Ribery all scored against the top three of the big four!"

"Being behind by two goals in the first half, we chased three goals in a row in the second half! The rise of white clothes has changed the world!"

The Leeds United bench was already boiling.

Everyone rushed out to applaud and cheer, and some waved their jerseys.

Liverpool fans were stunned.

The scene in front of me was unbelievable.

Shen Hao turned around and lowered his head slightly, thinking about substitutions.

He will definitely need to be replaced.

Guardiola's physical fitness has obviously begun to decline.

It's just that Liverpool's counterattack was simple, and the effect could not be seen whether he returned to defense in the frontcourt.

The three defenders in Leeds United's backcourt plus Davis all received yellow cards.

Defense must be strengthened to improve fault tolerance.

Seth Johnson and Gregan were pulled by him.

The mission after Er Ti Mian Ming appears.

Benitez lowered his head and thought for a moment, but at this time he had no good way to adjust.

Gerrard clapped his hands and shouted on the court, inspiring the whole team to fight back hard.

Leeds United made a substitution before Liverpool kicked off.

Guardiola and Lopez were substituted.

The Leeds United fans who came to the away game were extremely excited and paid tribute to the two veterans with applause and cheers.

Liverpool are red-eyed.

After the kick-off, the confrontation and defensive aggression will be full.

They have nothing to worry about.

The system of two wings flying together still exists.

Riise on the left, Garcia on the right.

Morientes and Crouch were outstanding in the first half, but did not pose much threat in the second half. Of course, this was due to Leeds United's constant fouls.

With 10 minutes left in the game, Gerrard's strong running ability made Shen Hao's eyes filled with envy.

He was like a ball of flame on the field, dazzling wherever he passed.

Leeds and Liverpool are both fouling.

In terms of the overall team speed, Leeds United began to lag behind Liverpool.

Xabi Alonso, who doesn't like to attack dangerous areas in the frontcourt, also went to the Leeds United penalty area and fired two long-range shots.

Toldo made a world-class save to save a very threatening shot.

There was also a missed kick.

When Riise cut in from the left side of the frontcourt and tried to hit a long shot, Davis had to take drastic defensive actions.

Knocked down Riise in the interception.

The referee blew the whistle and then showed Davis a yellow card, followed by a red card.

Davis quietly exited.

Leeds United fans still gave him a round of applause.

The way your uncle is trying his best is even more touching and awe-inspiring.

Shen Hao didn't mind either.

It's just that the team is at an absolute disadvantage.

In a fight of this level, one less person would definitely be fatal.

Since Leeds United made mistakes, they gained a three-goal lead.

Now that one person has been sent off, hidden dangers have already been laid.

As long as you can win the game, you don't have to suffer the consequences.

Shen Hao and Benitez were both very nervous.

The game almost turned into a one-sided attack by Liverpool.

Just after 1 minute of injury time, anxious Liverpool fans saw Riise kicking a 45-degree cross from the wing.

Neither Morientes nor Crouch could grab a chance from Redondo.

Redondo reluctantly headed the ball to clear the ball.

Outside the penalty area, Gregan made a second clearance and kicked the ball into the frontcourt.

But Alonso quickly took possession of the ball and reorganized the attack.

Gerrard retreated to respond, and after simply hitting the wall with the opponent, he came to the right side of the frontcourt.

This is also a position he is familiar with.

For a long time, when Beckham was injured and absent from the Three Lions, Gerrard played as a guest midfielder on the right and performed well.

At this time, Morientes came over again to play the fulcrum role. Gerrard and he directly completed a short-distance collision with the wall and then continued to rush forward unceremoniously facing Candela.

Shen Hao gritted his teeth on the sidelines.

"Why do you have so much endurance when riding a horse!"

Just talking about speed, Gerrard may not have much money.

But this also depends on the situation.

If everyone is energetic, the faster one will be stronger.

But the 90-minute game has come to an end.

He can also run very fast and his opponent's stamina will decrease.

Naturally, it showed that his speed seemed to have become faster.

In fact, the opponent's endurance cannot keep up.

Gerrard made a cross.

Before he passed the ball, Garcia had already cut inside and headed into the penalty area.

Crouch grabbed the point in the middle of the goal.

But Redondo's frontal defense caused him to raise his leg to block the ball.

De Boer was about to step forward to make a rescue.

Garcia quickly passed in front of him, raised his right leg to control the ball first, and then swung his leg and volleyed with his left foot!

The football flew to the bottom right corner of the goal.

Toldo fought hard to save but was unable to save the ball.

The angle is really tricky!

"Ah! Garcia scores and Liverpool equalizes the score!"

"What a pity, what a pity!"

Leeds United fans all sighed.

On the contrary, Liverpool fans were as surprised as if they had escaped.

Benitez's solemn look softened a little.

Then he sighed again.

Shen Hao had lowered his head and held his forehead with one hand.

When he looked up again, he didn't let himself show obvious disappointment, but encouraged his team.

The emotions of the Leeds United generals are ups and downs.

They wanted to launch a final onslaught.

But it’s really...I can’t do it!

In terms of overall physical fitness, Liverpool is stronger!

What's more, Leeds United still has 10 men to fight.

If they can't attack and are counterattacked, the probability of them being killed is too high.

So Leeds United patiently organized the offensive after the kick-off.

Liverpool shrunk their defense and did not take the initiative to fight.

In fact, they are not at peace inside.

I'm afraid that Leeds United will hit another shocking goal!

In the end, Candela's pass to the frontcourt came to nothing.

Reina confiscated the football and kicked it wide.

The final whistle blows.

Liverpool 3:3 Leeds United!