Chapter 5: Russia's Victory!

Cheryshev's goal confirmed Russia's superiority, and it also broke down the Saudi defence.

Then came the unilateral brutal suppression by Russia, and the Saudi players were unable to find the center of gravity in the face of the strong Russian players.

Attacking again and again has put the Saudi Arabian defense under tremendous pressure, especially Cheryshev's form is very good, he hides behind his center forward, and the elusive nature makes the Saudi defense even more dizzy.

Time passed little by little, and in the 43rd minute, Russia scored another goal.

Golovin's incisive break down the left flank cut straight through the Saudi backline and slid a horizon ball into the middle after swaying past Saudi centre-back Al-Haussao.

At this time, Smolov was in the front and Cheryshev was in the middle, both of them were desperately squeezing forward, and most of Saudi Arabia's defensive strength was also evenly distributed on the two.

But who would have thought that these two people were bait, and the real killer move was at the back point.

Russian defender Gasinski stepped in later and slid a tackle to kick the ball into the back of the net to double the lead again.

On 43 minutes, Russia had already scored two goals and they put on a good game at home.

This goal also completely ignited the enthusiasm of Russian fans, and the 100,000 fans at the scene shouted wildly, and the whole Moscow shook.

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The first half ended and the second half started with no substitutions on either side.

But in the 64th minute, Russia and Saudi Arabia made targeted substitutions at the same time.

Russia replaced the veteran Samedov with the 27-year-old and energetic Kuzyaev.

The Saudi side replaced the defender Al-Otef and replaced Fahd. Muwallad.

Hope through Fahd. Muwallad's tackles and interception capabilities to stop the Russian attack.

This substitution had a certain effect, but it did not solve the problem fundamentally.

The Russian offensive is still unusually ferocious, and they are playing chaotically, but they can make Saudi Arabia dizzy.

Neither team is the type to be skilled, and they don't have a top-class midfielder to sort out the tempo.

Therefore, the game looks like two strong men are fighting the king's eight punches, which is extremely fierce.

It's just that the strong man named 'Russia' appears to be more powerful.

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In the hotel, the Chinese team watched the game with relish.

Lippi was next to Yi Le, and the two chatted with each other.

Lippi: "What would you do if you were on the Saudi side?" ”

Yi Le did not hesitate at all, and said; "Relying on two wings to open up the situation, the Russian players are tall, but speed is obviously not their strong point, they are good at aerial combat, then I will pass the ball to the ground, and the Saudi side has not been able to build up the advantage of the center Al-Sahraoui, the midfielder cannot give enough support, causing him to walk all over the field, if I am on the Saudi side, I will let Sahrawiza in the backline."

'He's got the pace, he's got the skill, and after the two wings were ripping off, I waited for the opportunity to pass a through ball.

Lippi thought about it, and it was indeed a feasible plan.

Russia's suppression is very rough, and the forward pressure also represents an opportunity, if Yile is a midfielder like him, no one dares to carry out unscrupulous forward pressure, after all, Yile's vision and passing are too strong, and if it is not good, it will be kicked and counterattacked.

And it's the kind of counter-attacking ball that directly tears through the defense.

"There's another way!" Lippi said: "4-5-1! Strengthen the control of the midfield and set up a defensive belt in the midfield. Let Sahravi be fixed in front of the big forbidden area, putting pressure on Russia in disguise. ”

Yi Le nodded slightly, this is also a way.

But the two have different styles and think of different methods.

Yi Le is an attacker, so his approach is more risky and aggressive, and the downside is that if something goes wrong, the situation will get out of control.

But the advantage is also obvious, that is, to give it a go, and to ride alone into a motorcycle.

On the other hand, Lippi's idea is more secure, but it is too inefficient, but it is better to be stable.

In general, each has its own characteristics.

By the time of the chat, the game had been dragged into 70 minutes.

Russia has once again opted for substitutions.

Smolov was replaced, Dzyuba came on.

With an attacker again, Russia's attitude is clear, they still have to score.

A minute later, Dzyuba opened the scoring for Saudi Arabia with an assist from Golovin.

Russia 3:0 Saudi Arabia!

"Unbelievable!! Russia coach Cherchesov scored goals with two crucial substitutions, which are golden!! ”

Duan Xuan shouted excitedly.

The World Cup has just begun, and the opening game has been played so well.

I watched the game after that.

This is the World Cup, a tournament full of surprises, hotness and other elements.

Russia scored three goals, which means they basically won the game.

Russia, as the hosts, are about to win their first victory.

This is exciting news for Russian fans.

The camera focused on the Russian head coach Cherchesov on the sidelines, the corners of the big bald mouth were slightly upturned, and he applauded gently.

Clearly, he was extremely pleased with both of his substitutions and the feeling of being in control of the game made him proud.

Now, the advantage is set, but he has no intention of relaxing, he wants to suppress it further!

I saw that Cherchesov waved his hand.

Offensive!! ——

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Compared with the high spirits of Russian coach Cherchesov, Saudi Arabia's head coach Renard is full of iron.

He didn't expect the game to be played like this, and although there was some pressure on the hosts, it could not be said that he could not win.

The Saudis had their chances, but they failed to take advantage of them, and at the same time failed to resist the pressure of Russia's attack.

Saudi Arabia is now hopeless of a comeback, and this is clear to everyone, including head coach Renard.

At this point, Renard has two options.

One: Change to play full defense, put an end to expanding the score, retain combat power, and deal with the next game.

Two: Dry!

Renard is French, he has a love of fantasy in his bones, he wants to be the protagonist of this stadium, he wants to be a hero.

He wanted to make a name for himself with a good comeback.

For this, Renard chose the latter.

On 74 minutes, Renard made two substitutions in a row, both for the striker.

Al-Shehri came off and Bahbri came on.

Sahlaoui came off and Aseri came on.

The previous substitution was like that, but Sahrawi's fate was unexpected, and the Saudis did not trust their number one star at a crucial moment.

It was a controversial substitution.

At the same time, Lippi also snorted coldly and said; "Stupid!"

Al-Sahraoui's performance was disappointing, but he was able to contain some Russian players.

And at this moment, Sahravi is gone, and Russia's next move can't help but shiver.

The entire Russian backline pressed straight in.

They clubbed near the centre circle and made a half-court move, and everyone was bombarded around the Saudi Arabian goal.

Russia's offensive has become more ferocious.

In extra time, Dzyuba was even more superb, providing assists for Cheryshev and Golovin respectively, and the two scored a goal each.

At this point, the opening match of the World Cup in Russia is over.

At the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow, under the attention of hundreds of millions of fans around the world, Russia defeated Saudi Arabia 5:0 and kicked off the World Cup with an extremely irritable attitude!