Chapter Eighty-Nine: Three Goals Behind, Invitation to Battle Refused

The time to concede the goal was very bad, and it looked like it was about to get through the opponent's three-board axe in the first 20 minutes, the back line could take a breather, and the morale of the national football players gave the opponent a goal when it was slowly going up.

And the own goal is the most demoralizing of all the ways to score, increase the prestige of the opponent, in this Seoul World Cup Stadium that has brought countless injuries to Chinese football, the national football team is once again unfavorable.

"At present, the problem of the Chinese team lies in the midfield, Wu Xi and Huang Bowen are both strong in attack and defense, and the opponent's Ji Chengyong is a Premier League-level midfielder, and his confrontation ability and defensive position selection are very good. Such a focus duel has always been the midfielder's victory, and the senior coach needs to make adjustments as soon as possible. ”

He Wei prescribed the right medicine for the Chinese team.

After falling behind by one goal away and the Chinese team had no choice but to attack, Gao Hongbo came to the sidelines, constantly making gestures to press forward, and at the same time shouted to Wu Xi and Huang Bowen in the midfield, encouraging them to increase the range of pressure up.

Wen Zhihao watched the opponent's way of playing and his teammates' running habits on the bench, and his mind was constantly simulating how to maximize the team's offensive threat if he was on the court.

As the game deepened, the Chinese team, which was bold in attacking, still found some good opportunities. In the 35th minute, Huang Bowen sent a long pass over the top, and the king of Wuqiu, who was inserted into the opponent's penalty area at high speed, formed a single-knife situation, and the Chinese fans in the stands behind the goal of the South Korean team suddenly raised their arms and shouted, letting out a huge scream.

In the face of the attacking goalkeeper Zheng Chenglong, the king of martial arts once again performed the "unique stunt" of not scoring a single goal, and the kick was a little slower, and Zhang Xianxiu, who played for Guangzhou R&F in the Chinese Super League, desperately chased back to destroy the ball out of the bottom line.

The "Asian Red Devils" phalanx of South Korean fans applauded warmly when they saw the heroic performance of the home team's players, and the expectations that had just risen sharply in the stands of the "Dragons" instantly turned into deep regret.

Wen Zhihao looked at the martial arts king who behaved like this on the field, and smiled helplessly. If it were me, it would be untechnical to send the ball into the goal in this situation, but ...... Hehe!

It seems that it is not a matter of form for him to kick a single ball in training.

In high-intensity confrontations and quick transitions, it is often difficult to balance offense and defense. The Chinese team's offense did improve compared to the opening stage, and the ensuing problem was that there were more holes in the defensive end, the opponent's Ji Chengyong and Gu Zizhe got more space to pass, and the Premier League stars Sun Xingmin and Li Qinglong on the two wings firmly suppressed the two fullbacks of the national football team, Zhang Linpeng and Ren Hang, on the whole, the opponent created far more threatening attacks than the Chinese team.

Fortunately, until the end of the first half, the score was still fixed at 0:1, and the precious fifteen minutes of halftime were like gold for the national football team.

*Television, which won the copyright of the live broadcast of the top 12 matches, asked netizens a question during the intermission: What adjustments will the national football team make in the second half to reverse the unfavorable situation?

More than seventy percent of the fans chose the option of "Wen Zhihao on the side, strengthen the midfield", which can be seen from the people's aspirations.

Midfield dressing room.

Gao Hongbo used his precious time to emphasize tactics to the players, encouraged the players to strengthen the attack as they did in the second half of the first half, and looked for counterattack opportunities as soon as they lost the ball.

When the tactics were arranged, the old captain Zheng Zhi walked up to Wen Zhihao with a bottle of water, and patted Wen Zhihao on the shoulder while drinking: "Zhihao, calm down." There will definitely be chances for you to perform in the second half. ”

Wen Zhihao smiled at the old captain: "I hope so!" ”

Gao Hongbo was doing a complicated ideological struggle in his heart, and he didn't know that Wen Zhihao's appearance was the best way to solve the problem. But under the roof, he has to bow his head, and if he wants to continue to contribute to the national team in this position, he can't ignore the instructions of the Football Association.

There was a moment when Gao Hongbo and Wen Zhihao's eyes collided, and he saw the eagerness and rising battle intent in Wen Zhihao's eyes.

Forget it, let's talk about it as a last resort.

Gao Hongbo made the first substitution in the 50th minute of the second half. Hao Junmin came on the scene to replace Wu Xi.

He Wei hesitated a little when he saw this substitution: "Huh? Gao Gui replaced Wu Xi with Hao Junmin, a counterpoint adjustment. Hao Junmin's passing ability is stronger, but the Chinese midfield needs someone who is good at running and opening up the line...... Take a look at the effect of this substitution! ”

In front of the screen, some fans, including Wen's father and Wen's mother, were anxiously waiting for the figure they most wanted to see to walk onto the court.

But they didn't wait for Wen Zhihao to appear, but saw the situation on the field take a sharp turn again.

In the 63rd minute, South Korea's star Son Heung-min used speed to eat Zhang Linpeng on the left side, and crossed near the bottom line, and the left-back Ren Hang at the back point committed the taboo of watching the ball and not looking at people, and did not notice that Li Qinglong behind him was ready to rush to the top, and jumped a beat late. It was simply impossible to prevent the ball from flying into the net.

0:2! The national football team has been hit again!

Only Koreans were left in the stadium celebrating wildly, and the fans of the "Dragon Team" at the scene were in the same mood as the fans watching.

Zheng Zhi, the captain on the field, calmed the emotions of the players, and shouted at Gao Hongbo with obvious dissatisfaction: "It's not Zhihao yet!" What for? It's really over! ”

It's a challenge to the manager's authority, but it's understandable. Veteran industry insiders and fans know that Gao Hongbo did not treat Zheng Zhi very well during his two terms as the head coach of the national football team, and the two games that created miracles in the top 40 at the end, the meritorious captain of the national team for many years was even excluded from the squad.

Although both sides have a relatively harmonious attitude in interviews with the media, who can guarantee that there is no idea in their hearts!

Gao Hongbo heard Zheng Zhi's angry shout, his face stiffened slightly, he turned around and glanced at Wen Zhihao, walked up to Guo Bingyan, and discussed in a low voice: "Team Leader Guo, look at the current situation, do you want to solve the troubles on the field first?" Special treatment in special circumstances! I'll communicate after the leader's side, okay? You are accommodating. ”

Guo Bingyan understood what Gao Hongbo meant, shook his head slightly, and said, "Director Gao, I'm just acting on orders, and I'll do whatever the above explains." Besides, look at it, aren't there so many people besides him, do you have no cards to play except Wen Zhihao? ”

Gao Hongbo sighed helplessly, so he could only give up.

There is a saying that people are watching the sky, maybe God also feels unfair to Wen Zhihao, so he gave the national football team a stick.

In the 66th minute, it was Son Heung-min who did the same, and after erasing Zhang Linpeng on the side, the low flat ball swept in front of the goal, and Gu Zizhe at the back point outflanked it and fired a low shot, and the ball bounced inside the left post and flew into the dead corner at the other end. 0:3!

After falling behind by three goals, many Chinese fans scolded CNM fiercely, and then turned off the TV angrily.

Wen's father was pale, both angry at the players on the field and anxious that his son could not play at this time.

Wen Zhihao sat on the bench and couldn't stand it anymore, so he took the initiative to walk in front of Wen Zhihao and ask for battle: "Director Gao, let me go!" Trust me, I can do it! ”

Gao Hongbo glanced at him meaningfully, and refused in a somewhat helpless tone: "Zhihao, sit back, it's not time for you to get on yet." ”

Wen Zhihao was anxious: "It's all this score, when will it be?" My fight at club level is even more intense than that. I just need a chance, you won't regret it! ”

Guo Bingyan turned his head at this time and said in a deep voice: "Xiao Wen, the collective is always higher than the individual!" The current situation is not something you can change alone. Obey the arrangement! ”