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Sturridge's position is further back, and the nominal double forward is more like a center and a shadow forward.

That is 4411 tactics.

In most cases, Sturridge can retreat quickly to form a numerical advantage in the midfield.

Forming a double-team on Manchester City's forward players with the ball.

And Zhao Yi happens to be in this position.

Obviously, Klopp had roughly guessed some of the tactics Guardiola would use in his pre-match tactical arrangements.

Henderson and Milner stand in the middle, and Emre Can will return to the middle to help defend at any time, leaving the wing position to Moreno, who has a very strong physical impact.

The demands placed on a full-back are high and Moreno can certainly deliver.

Therefore, Liverpool's central defense not only has a large number of people, but also has clear levels.

As soon as Zhao Yi took the ball and advanced, he found that there were people in front of him, making it impossible to break through and find a passing route.

When Liverpool players are full of energy and concentration, it is difficult to find a way to knock the ball in.

Even if Zhao Yi changes his position and runs to the front as a forward, no one can pass the ball to his feet.

Compared with Guardiola, Klopp's team building level may be slightly lower, and the stability is not enough.

But in terms of tactical arrangements and on-the-spot control, he is better than Guardiola.

It is impossible for Zhao Yi to hold the ball from the backcourt all the way to the penalty area and score in a positional battle.

So De Bruyne and Sterling began to retreat, leaving Aguero in front.

Gundogan's injury leaves one less stable contact point, which has a huge impact on Manchester City's passing and control.

Both Fernando and Fernandinho have a shot and defense, but their ability to hold the ball is not strong.

In this way, Kompany or Stones will need to pull up to the front to respond when attacking.

But once hit on a counterattack, the central defender cannot get into position quickly.

This awkward positioning and attacking method can be noticed by some commentators.

Of course Guardiola saw it too.

Fernando's position is somewhat redundant.

If Stones appears in Fernando's position during the attack, the defense can be quickly in place.

This can save Stones a lot of physical energy, and the offensive and defensive efficiency will be faster.

Guardiola is thinking that maybe Nasri can be asked to replace Fernando, and the formation becomes 4141. Stones can stand in the midfielder position during the attack.

becomes 3241.

In this way, the offensive efficiency will be greatly increased.

Of course, it's just the beginning, and Guardiola won't make direct substitutions no matter what.

On the court, Liverpool has set up a steel barrel formation, which does not mean that they will not attack.

Moreno on the left runs back and forth, and with Coutinho on the right, the counterattack efficiency is very high.

In the first ten minutes, Liverpool had 33% of the ball, but took the lead in threatening attacks.

It was Moreno who stepped in to assist, Firmino made the ball, and Coutinho shot a long shot, slightly missing the post.

Liverpool fans saw that Manchester City's offense was not going well and shouted in the stands.

"Kill Manchester!"

“Manchester is full of rubbish!!!”

"Champions, we are champions!!!"

"We will win the championship before Manchester United!!"

Although the opponent was Manchester City, Liverpool fans also scolded Manchester United.

Compared to Manchester City, Liverpool fans have greater resentment towards Manchester United.

“Kill these losers from Liverpool!!”

"Manchester needs a champion!!"

"The sky in Manchester can be blue today!"

"Manchester United fans are here to support our brothers from the same city!!"

In the stands, there were indeed Manchester United fans wearing red Manchester United jerseys and standing with Manchester City fans.

Manchester United is in a mess now.

It is estimated that all four are empty again.

They don't want to see their rivals in the same city win the championship, but if their rival in the same city is Liverpool, then Manchester City can accept it.

In the stands, one blue and one red, the scene of two fans holding shoulders and clenching fists to cheer was really funny and touching.

As the game progresses, the size of the players on both sides gradually becomes larger.

At first it was just a test, but after a few times, the referee was indifferent.

Players from both sides began to pull and even kick.

Especially the midfield.

Milner was particularly energetic when facing his old club.

He kept getting entangled with Zhao Yi, and several times he got involved, but the referee didn't call it a blow and just started to get involved.

The referee didn't take out the cards either.

This made the game more intense.

Fernando made a flying tackle and knocked Coutinho down on the court.

The referee hasn't even picked up the card yet.

Just gave a free kick, plus a verbal warning.

When the players from both sides saw this posture, they knew that the referee had received some hints before the game to make the game more intense.

This is a good thing for Liverpool, because after all, there is some gap in strength between the two sides.

Throughout the first half, Liverpool's defensive actions were very large.

De Bruyne was also brought down to the ground twice by Henderson.

Aguero and Sakho almost fell in front.

Zhao Yi held the ball in the middle and encountered a lot of physical contact, making it difficult for him to get rid of it.

The Manchester City players were overwhelmed, which made Manchester City captain and locker room leader Kompany very angry.

In the 41st minute of the game, Liverpool took an offensive opportunity and Firmino dropped back to receive the ball. After receiving the ball, he made a beautiful turn and tried to pass Kompany.

As a result, Kompany did not hesitate and made a diagonal tackle, destroying the attack. Firmino fell to the ground in pain.

The referee trotted over and took out the yellow card.

Kompany spread his hands and was very angry.

He kept reasoning and pointed at Zhao Yi.

"What Kompany means is that the opponent almost wiped out my little brother, and I didn't see you taking out a card. Now that I foul Firmino for the first time, you will give him a yellow card.

Is this too much? ?

You can't say Kompany's behavior was intentional to hurt others.

This kind of behavior is really needed at this time to make the referee pay attention. After all, Liverpool's actions are really big, and the referee's control of the scale is a bit loose.

If City players don't respond, Liverpool may become bolder.

This is a statement. "

On the field, the referee kept talking to Kompany and asked him to calm down.

“Kompany’s foul was actually not very necessary from a tactical point of view, and it was a card that he shouldn’t have received.

But from the spirit of the team, it is very necessary.

If Manchester City does not respond to Liverpool's several fouls, Manchester City's morale will be a big blow.

As a captain, this mental attribute is commendable.

But as a central defender, he received a yellow card, which is still not good for the situation on the field. "

Coutinho takes the free kick.

Lovren, Firmino and Sturridge all ran into the Manchester City penalty area, preparing to grab points.

Coutinho kicked the ball over the wall and towards the goal.

Joe Hart reacted in time and hit the ball out of the penalty area with both hands.

Manchester City's defense moved forward instantly, preparing to cause an offside.

Liverpool's offensive players also ran forward immediately to prevent teammates from passing the ball outside the penalty area and causing the offense to go offside.

Henderson grabbed the second penalty and immediately gave it to Milner.

Facing Zhao Yi's entanglement, Milner did not dare to break through easily and could only pass to the side.

Coutinho on the wing immediately passed the ball into the penalty area.

In the penalty area, Kompany and Firmino competed together.

Firmino has a physical advantage, with Kompany behind him and his right arm on Firmino's waist.

This is a small move often used by defensive players.

Interfering with offensive players.

Firmino stepped on the ball, turned hard, and then fell in the penalty area.

drop! !

The referee blows his whistle and the game ends.

In an instant, all the players on the field looked towards the referee.

Kompany was so frightened that he broke into a cold sweat.

He hurriedly ran to the referee, stretched out his hands, and told the referee that he had not committed a foul.

It was Firmino diving.

Sturridge also ran to the referee and complained to the referee about Kompany's behavior.

Hug and throw.

They were all thrown down!

As the referee pointed towards the penalty spot, violent boos erupted at Wembley Stadium.

"Penalty kick! The referee awarded Liverpool a penalty kick!

Kompany's foul... then... then this should be a yellow dot package!

Penalties are nothing. If Kompany gets a yellow card, two yellows and one red, he will be off the field! "

"Oh my God! Sure enough, the referee took out the yellow card. Kompany received two yellow cards in a row within two minutes. Not only did he give Liverpool a penalty kick, but he also sent himself off the field!

Manchester City wants ten men to challenge! "

"This penalty kick... Kompany really committed a foul, but Firmino is also suspected of diving.

However, the referee definitely did not make a misjudgment, and there is no problem in calling a foul.

However, this action, even in the penalty area, does not require a showdown!

A penalty kick does not necessarily mean a yellow card.

Judging from the referee's previous standards, this action is really not enough to get a card, especially when Kompany is already carrying a yellow card!

This penalty caused a huge reversal in the situation on the field!

Manchester City lost a centre-back!

At the same time, it is very likely to be one goal behind! ! "

Kompany lowered his head and muttered something as he walked towards the sideline.

Guardiola looked heavy.

He immediately made substitution adjustments, and Otamendi came on as a substitute for Fernando.

Three central defenders cannot stabilize the formation at all.

Zhao Yi looked at Kompany's angry and lonely back and clenched his fists heavily.

Kompany's previous vicious fouls were largely due to him standing up for him.

It is telling the Liverpool players that Manchester City is not that easy to bully.