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When referee Sarr blew the whistle at the end of the game, the big screens in the stands on both sides of the San Siro Stadium were still replaying a conflict that happened just 8 minutes into the game.

This conflict directly led to Liverpool's players chasing the referee to protest. Players from both sides almost had a violent conflict, and this penalty was also considered by everyone to have affected the entire game, especially for Liverpool, who was playing away from home.

To trace this penalty, we should start with the moment Gattuso intercepted the ball and handed it to Kaká. The Brazilian dribbled the ball quickly from the center. His long strides and dribbling forward tore apart Liverpool's center defense. Ladino immediately drew the attention of the defender for Inzaghi, and the Brazilian also dribbled the ball behind him at high speed.

Vidic followed Inzaghi and kept retreating, but he always stayed firmly between Inzaghi and the goal. Especially when he saw the ball coming, he got stuck in a favorable position in advance. But just as Inzaghi rushed towards Vidic, the Italian forward suddenly fell to the ground.

Perhaps the counterattack this time came too quickly and too suddenly. The referee Sarr arrived when Inzaghi fell to the ground and was shouted at by the Liverpool players. He pointed directly at the penalty spot and showed it to Vidic. received a red card, thinking that the Serbian and Montenegro central defender had committed a tactical foul.

However, countless slow-motion replays throughout the game did not show enough evidence to prove that Vidic had any violation or pulling action on Inzaghi. As the on-site commentator said, Maybe It was really a foul, but this foul action must have been extremely secretive. Even the cameras from multiple angles couldn’t capture it, but it was seen by the referee.”

Afterwards, the on-site commentator also made fun of Inzaghi, referring to what Inter Milan defender Nesta said when evaluating Inzaghi during the Milan Derby not long ago.

The striker I fear most is my teammate Ronaldo. He is a striker who does not belong to the earth. The second one is Inzaghi, because I don't know what he is going to do, but I know that he can do it at any time. There is a chance of him falling, so not only do I have to guard him, but I also have to be focused and ready to hold him up.

Perhaps, Vidic just didn't concentrate enough and failed to hold Inzaghi.

The main center back was sent off, and Liverpool played with one less player throughout the game. In addition, Milan took the lead from the beginning. Whether it was the game or the situation, it was very unfavorable for Liverpool.

Although Liverpool lost this game, it was an honor. Although they had one less player in the whole game, they still led Milan in terms of ball possession rate, 45% to 55%. The number of shots was 13:14, and the pass success rate was also 73. % to 77%. Judging from this series of data, Liverpool's performance throughout the game was more active and positive than Milan.

But one player is missing,

The impact on the team can be said to be fatal. At least Liverpool seemed to be taking the initiative, but they still could not break through Milan's goal. Instead, Kaka succeeded in a sneak attack during a counterattack. In the end, they lost 0:2 at the San Siro Stadium. A rare victory for Celotti against Yang Cheng.

There is no doubt that although there is a bit of sadness, Liverpool's road to defending the title is no longer optimistic. They lost 0:2 away from home. When they return to Anfield, they must beat Milan by at least 2 goals. If they are defeated by the Rossoneri After scoring, they have to score more goals. This is undoubtedly a very, very difficult thing, especially against Milan.

You must know that Milan is the best and most outstanding defensive team in Serie A this season after Juventus. Ancelotti has adjusted and adapted the players on the defensive line this season to create a team that is not young despite its age. , but the experienced and very stable defense is undoubtedly the biggest obstacle to Liverpool's reversal.

In the Champions League, who dares to say that he can score 2 goals against a Serie A team without being scored on?

Especially for a team like Milan whose counterattack is very sharp.

But surprisingly, Liverpool's players did not feel depressed at all because of this game. They all appeared confident when being interviewed by reporters in the comprehensive interview area.

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Yes, it was definitely a misjudgment. I can guarantee that Vidic did not commit any foul play and Inzaghi fell to the ground on his own initiative. But unfortunately, the referee is the biggest on the football field. I will not say anything related to the referee again. Topic, it’s taboo, I know.”

During the interview, Gerrard, who was wearing the captain's armband, looked very serious, but his eyes were firm without any flicker. He didn't seem to feel disappointed because he lost the game.

Do you feel disappointed that you lost this game because of such a misjudgment? a reporter asked.

Gerrard nodded, There will definitely be disappointment, but I don't think we have lost the game. This is the knockout round. It is only the first half. We faced Juventus in Istanbul and lost 3 points in the first half. We were able to win the ball back in the second half, and now this game is nothing.”

After a pause, Liverpool's captain spoke into the microphone with a serious face: I believe that not only our players, but also the fans must have full confidence in us. Listen, our fans are singing in the stands. They were singing our team song and they were still supporting us, just like they did that night in Istanbul.”

We will definitely advance to the finals!

Similar to Gerrard's tone, vice-captain Carragher also appeared very confident and more aggressive.

It's a pity that we lost this game, but I promise that when we return to Liverpool and Anfield, we will definitely take revenge, we will definitely reverse Milan, and we will definitely let those who don't want us to participate in the final , see us in the finals!”

I can swear that Nemanja never did anything. He had already blocked the most advantageous position. In his situation at the time, it was impossible for Inzaghi to break through his defense. Why did he need to make those small moves? ?”

The central defender's small movements are usually to interfere with the offensive player. When the defense is already firmly guarded, small movements are undoubtedly redundant, and can even be said to be stupid.

We all know that some forwards are very good at using the referee's standards to encourage offense. They are very good at creating some illusions. They take the initiative on the court. As defenders, we have no way to do this. I believe Neymar That's how Nia feels at the moment, and we can't even tell.

Milan won, but I don't think it is a glorious thing. When we return to Anfield, we will make their victory and the cleverness of some of their people completely become the treasure of everyone in the world. laughing stock!

The implication is that as long as we, Liverpool, can advance, it will be useless no matter what you do.

In addition to the two captains, other players also said in interviews that a 0:2 defeat is not the end of the world. Liverpool has enough strength and confidence to reverse Milan at home.

After the interview, all the Liverpool players, led by captain Gerrard, came to the bottom of the stands where the Liverpool fans were, saluted the players in the stands, and thanked them for coming all the way to the away game.

Not far away, Milan's players were also celebrating their 2-0 victory over the invincible Liverpool. The fans at the scene gave huge cheers, because the one they hated most was Yang Cheng.

Let them laugh, make them happy! Gerald glared at the scene that happened under his eyes and said through gritted teeth, They must be as happy as living in heaven now. It doesn't matter, guys, go back to An Field Stadium, we will drag them from heaven to hell and make them cry without tears!

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I was very polite, without any provocation or any intention to target anyone...

At the post-match press conference, Yang Cheng faced all reporters very calmly and rationally, talking about the red card and penalty kick shortly after the start, I just hope that the UEFA referee committee can take a good If they still think it was a red card and a penalty kick, then I have nothing to say!

The Chinese seem to be very restrained. He is no longer as straightforward as before because he knows that straightforwardness has no effect.

Is it useful to bombard the referee now?

When Mourinho faced Barcelona, ​​he was also awarded a penalty kick. After the game, he criticized the referee Hauge. As a result, he was almost suspended by UEFA in the second round. In the end, the Portuguese took the initiative to give in.

This is an unfair contest in itself. Yang Cheng doesn't care, but he can't gamble with the players' efforts and expectations for a season. He can't fight without any scruples just to vent his resentment. This is a very irresponsible behavior.

But this does not mean that he will give in. He will choose other, more polite, but equally effective ways to put pressure on UEFA.

This is a Champions League semi-final. When such a penalty occurs, I believe that not only us Liverpool, but also football fans around the world will find it incredible. He can give a penalty kick, but he should not give a red card. I believe all players in the world People’s eyes are sharp, and they can see clearly what happened.”

We will appeal through formal channels. I still firmly believe that UEFA will handle this matter openly and fairly and give us a fair answer and explanation.

0:2 is not the end of the world. At Anfield, we can beat any team with a big score. If Milan thinks that winning 2:0 is already a sure win, then unfortunately, they will be disappointed, because They will find that what awaits them at Anfield will be a Liverpool that is stronger than ever and has the desire to win.

After a pause, Yang Cheng smiled disdainfully, full of ridicule. He didn't know whether he was mocking some institution or his opponent.

On the football field, it is the performance of the players that determines the outcome of the game. In addition to the state and strength of the players, there is also an element that cannot be ignored, which is willpower. At Liverpool, we have never lacked willpower. There is no lack of fighting spirit, there is no lack of fighting spirit, and we will never give up, so we are always afraid of our opponents!”

After taking a deep breath and calming down, Yang Cheng stood up, as if he was about to leave early, but he smiled.

Platini said that if we at Liverpool win the Champions League again, he will eat the ball. Unfortunately, I never responded. Now my response is here. Although it is a little late, I believe it should be very timely. .”

When he said this, all the reporters in the entire press conference hall gathered together attentively.

Yang Cheng held the main stage with both hands and faced all the reporters in front of him, very seriously, If we don't win the Champions League this season, I... He pointed to his mouth, Give the ball to me on the spot. Cut it open and swallow it!”

Everyone in the press conference hall was in an uproar. No one expected that Yang Cheng would make such a promise and guarantee in front of everyone. This was an excellent hype stunt.

Mr. Yang Cheng, why do you dare to respond like this?

What exactly gives you such strong confidence?

Are you bluffing on purpose?

The reporters asked questions one by one, and Yang Cheng smiled, I have confidence in my players. They have never let me down, and it is the same this time.

After finishing speaking, Yang Cheng made a farewell gesture towards Ancelotti and left the press conference hall early.

From beginning to end, Yang Cheng did not directly attack anyone in any organization, but his appeal and response were very powerful.

Considering his influence in football clubs and sponsors, his appeal will definitely be taken seriously and responded to by UEFA.

Yes, maybe in the eyes of an industry leading organization, it is terrible to let the same team successfully defend the championship. For example, F1 racing has been forced to continue to reform because of Ferrari's long-term monopoly on the championship, which has greatly reduced its commercial value. , almost all reforms aimed at Ferrari.

But the problem is, if this team is really powerful, just like Ferrari in the F1 racing circuit, which is almost absolutely powerful, then no obstacle can stop them from reaching the pinnacle of success.

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Milan is one step closer to Paris!

The Rossoneri book their tickets to Paris!

Yang Cheng appealed against the red card and penalty kick, and UEFA said it would take it seriously!

After a 2-goal defeat at San Siro, Liverpool are more confident!

Caesar bets on the second leg: If I don’t win the Champions League, I’ll swallow the ball!

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On the day after the first leg of the Champions League semi-finals, the whole world paid great attention to the game that took place at the San Siro Stadium, because shortly after the start, a red card was received and a penalty was awarded. , Liverpool has undoubtedly become a tragic character who suffered injustice and miscarriage of justice in the minds of many people.

Media and TV organizations all over the world are studying the videos before and after the red card incident. Even Sky TV specially took out all the pictures shot by different lenses, slowed down and compared frame by frame. But even so, They still couldn't see whether there was any contact or pulling between the bodies of Vidic and Inzaghi.

It seems that Sal's eyes are really sharper than the camera. He almost saw everything that happened!

Vidic was also interviewed by the media after the game. He said that he had occupied the most advantageous position. I really don't know why he suddenly fell to the ground. Maybe he tripped something, maybe the turf under his feet slipped, maybe ...There can be countless reasons, but I feel that these reasons definitely do not include that I had physical contact with him!

Yang Cheng also tried to persuade his disciples, Vidic is an honest man. If he says no, then there must be no. I believe UEFA will make a fair and just decision, but I believe that after this incident In the end, Vidic will gain valuable experience, and at least he will be more cautious when facing forwards in the future.

Some forwards are very fragile. Their legs are very soft and they can easily fall to the ground. We have to be careful!

In addition to Yang Cheng's support, his former disciple, Inter Milan's main center back Lucio also made a speech, strongly criticizing Vidic, I believe he is innocent, some people always want to take advantage of this Anyone who tries to cheat a penalty should be punished in the harshest way possible.

Even within Milan, Ancelotti was asked about the penalty kick by reporters at the post-match press conference after Yang Cheng left. He also said that he did not see clearly, Maybe the penalty kick is questionable, but It shouldn’t be called a scandal, at least we scored a second goal in addition to the first goal.”

It's clear he's choosing to avoid the easy and he's confident when talking about the second leg at Anfield a week later.

I won't think too much about it, but I know that defense is very important when we visit Anfield. We have to sacrifice the individual talents of some players to strengthen our midfield defense. We can win in a simpler way.

Ancelotti stated his tactical ideas straightforwardly, but who could guess whether he was telling the truth or deliberately setting off smoke bombs?

Ancelotti expressed satisfaction with his defense, and he highlighted Kaladze.

Obviously, after a difficult period, Kaladze's performance is very satisfactory. We are pleased to see that he has shown the quality and maturity required of a top defender. He has brought stability to our defence, especially in the back line. Performance in the last few games.”

In 2001, Kaladze's brother was kidnapped in his native Georgia. It was not until recently that he received the news that his brother had been beheaded by gangsters and had passed away long ago. This incident even alarmed Berlusconi, and then Kaladze His performance is also very outstanding, and now he has occupied the position of Milan's main central defender and has become Stam's best partner.

It can be said that Ancelotti's words are reasonable and in line with the current situation of Milan. However, whether it is true or a smoke bomb is unknown, but what is certain is that in the second round The game will never be easy. ! .