The Young Lion

Thank you Thieves for your reward!

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When Barcelona completely unloaded the burden, not only did their performance suddenly become normal, but it also faintly exceeded the normal level.

Barcelona will control the rhythm and play aggressively, they will press up and attack wildly, but they will not defend the formation and play shrinking. Therefore, when Millwall is also looking to dominate the game today, the confrontation between the two teams has been wiped out. There was a sparkle.

From the fifteenth minute of the game, the audience seemed to have entered another world completely.

Players from both sides competed for every inch of ground, and the pace was unimaginably fast. It seemed that even the cameras couldn't keep up, and the commentators didn't even have time to drink.

The ball rolls back and forth, and the possession of the ball will change hands several times in a short period of time. Under high-level performance, each other will catch the opponent's defensive loopholes, and then give a fatal blow. On average, the two teams will create a threatening ball every minute, which directly makes the game Become thrilling!

In the 28th minute, Anderson did not choose to force a header after receiving a pass from Figo, but gave the ball to Rivaldo who was plugging in.

In the small space in front of the small penalty area, Rivaldo stopped the ball in the chest and rushed forward and broke through the defensive line of Erguera and Schneider's shrinking double-team. Then, before the ball landed, he pushed the ball with his left foot. Bout, who went out to meet him, rolled between his legs!

Rivaldo breaks through Bout's goal and pulls a goal back for Barcelona!

Eight minutes later, Nedved accelerated to break through Guardiola and then shot a cold arrow. A long shot was hastily shot by Baia, but the blocked ball fell in front of Larsen near the top corner of the penalty area. , Facing the bounced ball, the Swede hit the ball into the gate of Barcelona with a stunning volley!

3:1

Not only did Millwall quickly widen the score gap, but Larson also performed a hat-trick!

In stoppage time in the first half, Pirlo fouled in front of the penalty area, Barcelona took a free kick, Figo took a free kick to deceive everyone, he did not choose to shoot. Instead, he knocked the ball horizontally, and Guardiola, who inserted in the back, also used a world wave to penetrate the gate guarded by Bout, and gave a strong counterattack!

3:2

The two sides walked back to the locker room.

In the second half, they changed sides and fought again. The fighting spirit of the two teams remained undiminished. Neither side voluntarily backed down, or chose to control the rhythm of the game conservatively.

Just at the beginning of the second half, Figo perfectly combined practicality and speed on the wing. After failing to break through Schneider in the first three times, he succeeded this time and sent a cross from one foot to the next. ball.

Elguera misjudged. After the fall. Anderson headed in from close range between him and Southgate. Bout powerless!

3:3

Crazy! Totally crazy!

Both teams entered a frenzied state.

Barcelona saw the hope of a reversal, and Millwall ushered in a huge test after being equalized.

The players looked at Aldridge, but saw the young coach pointing towards Barcelona's half with a smile on his face.

At this moment, I cannot retreat. You can't be conservative, let alone worry about gains and losses.

The players also quickly recovered from the blow of losing the ball, and ignited a higher fighting spirit.

This kind of game is not only the highest level of enjoyment for fans, but also a stage that players dream of.

Don't be afraid of the strong, the stronger the opponent, the stronger the sense of accomplishment of defeating the opponent!

As Barcelona continued their rampage, Millwall showed composure and withstood the pressure. And quickly gained the advantage over the game again.

Pirlo made a wonderful pass to the left flank. Larsson was under heavy marking and deliberately missed the ball. The ball rolled unbelievably to the space behind Reziger. Zambrotta, who assisted him, kicked the ball high without stopping. A quality pass sent the ball to the back point, and the Ukrainian nuclear warhead dived to the top. The ball was blocked by Baia, but Ruud van Nistelrooy caught two points and cleverly shot the ball into the goal.

4:3

The roar of the king of the wicket did not break Barcelona.

After that, the game was still full of passion, but because the two teams defended the key points more precisely, no loopholes were allowed to appear, and the goal battle seemed to be in a stalemate.

In the last ten minutes of the game, Barcelona completely entered the rhythm of breaking the boat and frantically pressed the offense. Just five minutes before the end of the game, Millwall's deadly counterattack completely ended the suspense of the game.

The steel giant Nedved's physical advantage at the last moment was very obvious, and he rushed to the forefront without any slowness. After playing a supporting role in Larsson's counterattack, Nedved won a one-on-one goal and one-on-one with Baia .

Nedved volleyed the ball into Barcelona's gate with a strong kick and scored the last goal of the game.

5:3

Although Millwall did not fully dominate the game, they showed more excellent qualities in such a soul-stirring and passionate game, and finally had the last laugh.

At the end of the game whistle, Wembley burst into thunderous cheers and applause.

The applause of the fans was not only for Millwall, but also for Barcelona.

After witnessing the whole process of this game, many old fans of the Wild Lions couldn't help but think of Millwall's first Premier League match, a 5:5 fierce battle with Manchester United that fans still talk about.

As for Millwall's 0:6 away game against Manchester United last season, it is completely inferior to 5:5 and today's 5:3 from the perspective of viewing.

Obviously, the fans are also judgmental. Manchester United, which suffered a massacre last season, has an uneven lineup and low morale, and is still a tired team. Although Millwall has won a lot, Manchester United has no power to fight back. Such a game does not fully reflect the fierceness and excitement of a football game.

Just like a boxing match, you come and go to see each other.

Today's 5:3 is more appreciative in terms of sensory quality than the 5:5 in the fierce battle with Manchester United.

Because Millwall is stronger than it was back then, the team is more mature, and the style of play is richer. Even though Barcelona's performance in the European war is sluggish today, it is still stronger than the Manchester United team back then.

Wembley, the greatest stadium in England, gave birth to a great game here today, which became one of the classics in the history of the confrontation between Millwall and Barcelona.

Barcelona scored only one point in four games in the group stage and was definitely out. Millwall won all four games. With Dynamo Kyiv ranked second in the group with 6 points, as long as Millwall does not lose to Dynamo Kyiv in the next game, it will also lock in a valuable place to qualify for the group.

The players of the two teams exchanged jerseys with each other after the game. After such a hearty battle, the stars of the two teams could not help but cherish each other.

Larsson and Rivaldo swap jerseys, Nedved and Figo, Pirlo and Guardiola...

Some are similar in age and are the leading figures in European football in this era, while others are representatives of the new and old generations, such as Guardiola, one of the four talents. And Pirlo, who is also a midfielder but already has a supernova name.

Aldridge turned and walked into the tunnel after the game.

He still didn't take the initiative to shake hands with Van Gaal. Because he's not the lose to you I hate you. If you win I can be friends with you type of guy.

The principle of treating people in the football circle will not be affected by the result of the game.

The ball shocked the fans at the scene, shocked the audience in front of the TV, and even the media were shocked.

Offensive football is of course the most marketable.

A team plays attacking football. will be sought after.

Two teams play attacking football and are compared.

And when two offensive football teams meet, it's sparks hitting the earth!

Maybe the outside world didn't appreciate the game very much before the game, thinking that Millwall could easily use defensive counterattack tactics to win the game. As long as Barcelona loses the ball, it is estimated that they will be defeated.

This is also the disadvantage of the Dutch offensive football, which pays attention to one bang and then to decline and three to exhaust.

However, no one expected that the performance of the two teams in the game was unexpected.

Millwall is not conservative, Barcelona loses the ball and does not give up. The two teams perfectly presented the confrontation of offensive football.

With so many goals, too many threats, and so many key offensive and defensive encounters, people will be amazed that an exquisite cooperation is stifled, and they will also be turned into goals by a threatening attack, which will ignite their passion.

When Aldridge sat on the stage of the press conference. The reporters in the audience seemed to be still reminiscing about the game.

In fact, before the start of the game, most reporters have thought about what to ask after the game.

Mostly mocking Barcelona's failure and ridiculing their exit.

However, after witnessing such a game, it is obviously unwise to laugh at Barcelona. Barcelona deserves respect.

No matter how good a drama is, it can't only rely on a strong protagonist, but also a supporting role with a high level.

So the reporters put away the dirtyness in their hearts, and turned to seriously ask about the topic of the game.

Why did Millwall change tactics today? Why didn't they use the defensive counterattack they played against Barcelona?

Aldridge looked relaxed and smiled: The opponent is the same, it is still Barcelona, ​​but the environment has changed and the situation has changed. The charm of football games is that when the same two teams meet, they will not play the same two teams. In a game, even if the score is the same in the end, the process must be completely different. Therefore, for today’s game, I made choices and judgments during the preparation process, and I think the tactics used in today’s game are the most appropriate.”

Millwall led the opponent by two goals in two stages in the first half, 2:0 and 3:1 respectively. At that time, did you think that it would be tied 3:3 by Barcelona? If you were leading Make some changes, maybe the suspense of the game will not be completely ended by Nedved's goal at the end.

Aldridge took a sip of water and sighed, smiled and shook his head and said: To be honest, at 2:0, I thought Barcelona had surrendered, and then it was Millwall's performance that completely dominated the game. But I was wrong, Barcelona is a Opponents worthy of admiration and learning. When I thought they had no fighting power, they broke out with unimaginable fighting power at the most difficult moment. This is worth learning. I have to admit that the players in that period of time There should also be some mental relaxation, thinking that the game is over, but Barcelona's goal woke them up, and then, the game went on, the fight went on.

Given what Van Gaal said before, do you still praise Barcelona's performance?

Of course, why not? What Van Gaal said, that's his opinion, can't represent a giant with a long history like Barcelona. I have no personal grievances with him. Barcelona and Millwall are rivals. The relationship is simple. Between us It should not be a hostile relationship, but a competition, a struggle to get out of the group.”

Barcelona is completely out, what do you think is the reason?

Aldridge thought for a moment and said: It's because of the first two games. The first game lost to Dynamo Kyiv put them in a complete passive situation. This is why I have always warned the players to take all opponents seriously. The reason is that in such a fiercely competitive group, there are so few qualifying places. The cruel reality makes us not take every opponent lightly, let alone think that we will at least have a draw or get all three points if the game is not played. It will easily give you the victory, and conversely, if you give the victory to your opponent, then all subsequent games, mental pressure, tactical choices, etc. will be at a disadvantage.

Millwall should be able to qualify. What are your goals for the journey after the Champions League?

We haven't decided to qualify yet, the goal is simple, go all out for the next game... ()