From the man behind the football king to the football king.

Chapter 471 Portugal is not someone’s team

Bernardo Silva receives the ball in his own half.

Vidal rushed forward. He wanted to take advantage of Bernardo Silva's instability in holding the ball and steal the ball directly to counterattack. But Bernardo Silva had already expected that his opponent would do this, and he calmly stopped the ball with his right foot.

Vidal then pounced on his right foot, intending to steal the ball. Unexpectedly, Bernardo Silva passed the ball on one side of his body, and then twisted his body back.

This action is not very elegant, but it is very practical. He got rid of Vidal directly and then dribbled the ball forward. By the time Vidal reacted and chased after him, it was already too late.

However, Vidal did not chase. He was the forward of the Chilean team in this game and there was no need to retreat so deep.

Bernardo Silva got rid of Vidal's press so easily, and he dribbled the ball forward.

Santos on the sidelines nodded with satisfaction. As the team's midfield organizer, being able to hold the football when facing pressure is the most important point.

Although Bernardo Silva's physical confrontation ability is a bit poor, his foot skills are very good. This is the key reason why Guardiola took a fancy to him and spent more than 50 million pounds to introduce him.

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Whether it is Ronaldo on the left or Bruno on the right, they frequently interact with Bernardo Silva in the center.

William Carvalho also did not let the football stay at his feet. He immediately locked onto Bernardo Silva without even looking up and quickly passed the football to Bernardo Silva.

For many players, the age of 32 is already in the twilight of their careers, and their performance is getting worse day by day. But Ronaldo, who is highly self-disciplined, maintains extremely high efficiency at this age.

Especially the large-scale activities of Bernardo Silva under the protection of William Carvalho. This left the Chilean defenders at a loss.

This made Pizzi, who had already prepared for this, feel like he had been punched in cotton.

Subsequently, Bernardo Silva sent a diagonal penetrating ball, trying to find Bruno on the right.

Ronaldo is in good form.

Santos is satisfied with the team's operation.

In the subsequent games, Bernardo Silva's performance in the midfield was very active. He can be found almost everywhere, either catching and passing the ball, or creating opportunities for teammates to cover.

Vidal did not continue to retreat to help defend, but Sanchez, who had seemed very excited since the start of today's game, came over from the side.

Moreover, Pizzi obviously noticed that in today's game, Portugal did not focus on finding wings like in previous games. Even if it is passed directly to the left wing, there are not many times where Ronaldo's speed breakthrough advantage is used.

Pizzi was also surprised by Bernardo Silva's wide range of activities.

His position is quite flexible. He can drop back almost to the same line as the central defender, or he can rush to the midfielder position to complete the final pass.

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Facing Sanchez's pressing from the side, Bernardo Silva was not greedy for possession of the ball. He quickly moved the football away.

Portugal's tactics have always pursued a balance between the two wings. This is also a kind of confusion. The opponent has no idea at what moment you will suddenly focus on a certain side and attack crazily.

Bruno gave a thumbs up to Bernardo Silva, indicating that the ball has a wide field of vision, very good, just do it!

Bernardo Silva passed the ball decisively, and Sanchez stopped.

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This pass almost tore apart Chile's defense. At the critical moment, Pablo Hernandez fell to the ground and slid to the sideline before Bruno could receive the football.

Bernardo Silva passed the ball to William Carvalho who came to meet him. He didn't stop himself, he continued to run forward, ready to receive the pass from his teammates at any time.

They all know that this player is Portugal's offensive hub, but the problem is that this hub is running around. Do you know when and where he will stab you?

Santos is satisfied with the team's initial performance. Under the leadership of Bernardo Silva, Portugal's offense is implemented smoothly.

In fact, in Santos' view, Bruno is the most suitable attacking midfielder. why? Bruno's running ability is stronger, his body is stronger, and he is not afraid of confrontation.

Although the technology is not very sophisticated, it is very practical.

Santos appreciates Bruno's ability to run up and down. In this regard, Bernardo Silva is still a little behind.

"Bernardo Silva is in very good shape after returning from injury," the Portuguese commentator said.

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Under the tireless push of Bernardo Silva, Portugal gradually took control of the situation and the initiative.

Chilean fans and spectators were a little confused. Didn't we firmly take the initiative at the beginning, and Portugal, which was once suppressed, couldn't get past halftime? How come Portugal took firm control of the game just after taking a break to take a breath?

Although Portugal does not have the kind of crazy suppression and crazy attacking tactics, this gradual control of the rhythm of the game gives people the feeling that they are wrapped up in a net without you realizing it, although it is not enough to make you panic. But it was extremely uncomfortable.

Sanchez's shot after cutting in from the wing was blocked by Fonte's outstretched leg and missed the baseline. Chile got the corner flag opportunity.

Vidal stood at the corner flag, preparing to take a corner kick.

Sanchez scrambles for position in the penalty area and Fonte immediately gets close to him.

Fonte was specifically responsible for keeping an eye on Sanchez today.

Santos will definitely guard against the thigh of the Premier League giant Arsenal. Therefore, Fonte, who also plays in the Premier League and is familiar with Sanchez, was sent to mark him.

<divclass="contentadv">The referee's whistle sounded, Vidal took a run and passed the football into the penalty area.

Sanchez had predicted where the football would land. He ran over and was about to take off, when he felt a pain in his lower stomach. His breath stopped and he didn't jump at all.

The football flew over Sanchez's head and was picked out of the air by Portuguese goalkeeper Patricio.

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"Sanchez fell in the penalty area, but the referee did not blow the whistle. Counterattack. This is Portugal's opportunity to counterattack!"

The Portuguese ignored Sanchez who fell in the penalty area. They took advantage of this opportunity and launched a counterattack directly through the ball thrown by goalkeeper Patricio.

"Foul!" Pizzi's fat ass seemed to have a spring under it, and his whole body jumped up.

"That guy is acting." Santos shouted while wagging his fingers.

The referee ignored the shouts of the two head coaches. He did not call a flop or a foul.

"The referee's meaning was very clear. Nothing happened and the game continued."

Sanchez got up from the ground and waved his arms angrily in protest.

Just when he was about to take off, he felt someone elbowing his belly. It was Fonte who did it.

This bastard!

Unexpectedly, this seemingly tall and tall guy actually learned the dirty tricks of South American defenders.

Portugal's counterattack was very sharp, breaking through the midfield and directly into Chile's penalty area.

"This is Portugal's opportunity!" Portugal's commentator shouted excitedly.

At this time, Ronaldo was dribbling the ball and trying to make a wall-to-wall cooperation with Bernardo Silva who was connecting in the middle.

This intention was seen through in advance by Chilean midfielder Marcelo Dias.

Dias predicted the attack in advance and successfully intercepted the ball. Then, Dias passed the ball to Vidal who retreated to receive the ball.

Vidal dribbles the ball forward.

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"Beautiful! Opportunity to counterattack!" the Chilean commentator shouted, intercepting the ball in the opponent's counterattack, and quickly started to counterattack. This is the easiest situation to score.

However, before the Chilean commentator finished speaking, a burgundy figure appeared in the camera and directly completed the steal.

"Bruno Fernandez, successful tackle."

"Counterattack! Chile's counterattack was interrupted and the ball was transferred again!"

"Now is Portugal's chance to counterattack!" the Portuguese commentator shouted, "This is why Santos values ​​and likes Bruno so much!"

Now many people can see Santos' love for Bruno. This player seems to be the player with the second most playing time in Portugal, second only to goalkeeper Patricio.

Apart from Ronaldo, who is considered the spiritual leader of the team, Bruno is the most favored.

Right midfielder, left midfielder, attacking midfielder, and even winger. Bruno has tried almost every position except goalkeeper, defender and center.

Of course, in addition to his comprehensive and powerful ability, this player works extremely hard on the court and runs all over the court. This is why Santos likes him.

Take the interception of the ball just now, for example. When Dias intercepted the ball, Bruno pounced on Dias.

The latter passed the ball to Vidal, and Bruno pounced on Vidal.

Vidal was obviously caught off guard by Bruno's physical and life-threatening pressing. He still stood there to catch the ball, and then the football was intercepted by Bruno.

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After stealing the ball, Bruno passed the football directly to Bernardo Silva and ran forward himself.

Bernardo Silva pulled the ball with his left foot, paused with his right foot, and then looked up to the left.

Just when everyone thought he was going to pass to Ronaldo on the left, Bernardo Silva passed the football with his left foot: right!

"Pretty!"

"Smart pass!"

Bruno runs on the right to receive the ball.

The player who won the last FIFA Ballon d'Or used his superb skills to show all viewers that Portugal is not just a team of Cristiano Ronaldo, but also a team called Bruno Fernandez. Super star!