Chapter 268: Divergence
Atletico conceded in the 35th minute and Simeone will face a tough choice away from home.
The goal will certainly make Real Madrid's momentum continue to rise, and if they don't try to attack and continue to defend to the core, the last ten minutes of the first half will be dangerous, and if they continue to concede, the second half may be useless.
But it is more risky to intensify the attack. The frontcourt CG combination is a fixed match, and almost all of them are indispensable. To make personnel changes, the only way to do this is to move the midfield combination of Gabi and Thomas to strengthen the ability to pass the ball forward from defense to attack. Real Madrid's half-time attack made it difficult for Simeone to make that determination.
The situation on the pitch also confirmed Simeone's concerns. After a one-goal lead, including the forward Isco, Real Madrid's midfielder took the initiative to recycle, deliberately leaving room for Atletico Madrid to spread out the formation counterattack, but in fact this is a big game, Ronaldo and Bale have been cruising in the ribs of Atletico Madrid's defensive line, once Real Madrid breaks the ball, whether it is Kroos or Isco, they can immediately launch a long pass, and the super personal ability of the two wingers can solve many problems simply and roughly.
After weighing the pros and cons, Simeone made a retractable gesture to the players on the field, first stabilizing his position and not allowing the opponent to continue scoring, and waiting until the midfield dressing room to make adjustments.
Wen Zhihao couldn't get the ball near the opposition penalty area most of the time, and when he saw Simeone's instructions, he made a gesture to Griezmann and Costa to stay put, and he himself retreated to the center circle and actively defended.
Seeing that Griezmann and Costa were still far away from their teammates in the opponent's penalty area, Simeone took off his jacket and shouted to the field at the top of his voice: "Come back!" ”
Simeone did not hesitate to withdraw all the three most relied on attackers to the midfield to participate in the pressing, even if the scene was embarrassing, as long as the score did not expand, there was always a chance in the second half.
Simeone is full of passion, but for the sake of the team's overall situation, he can also be a good realist.
Antoine Griezmann and Costa looked at each other, the heart of the team on one side and the manager on the other, but gave the exact opposite command.
For first thought, they felt that Wen Zhihao's choice was more appropriate, but Simeone's unrivalled prestige in the team kept them from disobeying the coach's instructions. The two of them spread their hands, indicating that they didn't know what to do.
"Wen, stabilize the defense first!" Simeone was a little anxious, he didn't expect that Wen Zhihao's thoughts were not in line with him at the critical moment. It's a fatal thing for the team.
Wen Zhihao can understand Simeone's thoughts, but he is not blind either. At this time, the full line of recycling will only make the opponent more unscrupulous, and it is not good that the two central defenders on the opposite side can directly press the midfield, and the midfield will really face the pressure of the army at that time.
He felt that it was not yet time for him to retreat on all fronts. He thought that not long ago when he faced Barcelona at the Camp Nou, when he fell behind 1:2, didn't the opponent have a time of suppression for a while? The only difference is that today I was a little bit more passive.
However, Wen firmly believes that as long as he maintains enough offensive input, he has the opportunity to threaten his opponent in turn. Isn't the equaliser and winner away from Barcelona a counter-attacking opportunity without backing down?
Hearing Simeone's eager roar, Wen Zhihao turned his head to look at the coach's bench, made a gesture of pressing down with both hands, and then pointed at himself, and then pointed at the opponent's goal.
The huge contrast in the presentation of the picture is that Simeone took off his coat and looked anxious, and Wen Zhihao still maintained a smile on his face.
Wen Zhihao's action attracted the attention of the commentator, and He Wei said with interest: "Let me translate Wen Zhihao's action for you: We need to score their goals, with me, don't worry." The players actually began to appease the coach's emotions, especially Simeone, it is estimated that no one else will do it except Wen Zhihao, right? ”
At the same time, the fans who watched the live broadcast expressed their feelings through the online barrage for the first time.
"Give Zhihao a double tap 666, who is the coach? There is no sense of disobedience in this picture. ”
"I like Zhihao's low-key domineering! Strongly appeal to Zhihao to become a coach after retiring! With his simple expression on the sidelines, the players will feel a lot more settled. ”
Some fans also expressed faint concern: "Zhihao's move is unwise, Simeone's famous coach who is so strict with the team, I don't know if he will think that Zhihao is doing it against him." If he thinks that Zhihao is trying to make a big contribution, it is easy to cause conflicts between the generals in the locker room. ”
Simeone didn't expect Wen Zhihao to be so assertive, the assistant coach next to him, Boggs, understood Simeone's character, and Wen Zhihao's ability He also knew it, so he stood up and persuaded: "Diego, I trust him once!" What a smart player Wen is, he must have understood what you meant. But you also know him, many times he doesn't follow the usual path, but the effect is obvious to all. ”
Simeone pondered for a few minutes and silently walked back to the dugout.
He Wei keenly discovered this scene and said in surprise: "Huh? Is this a compromise by Simeone? There aren't many players who can make Simeone compromise on the spot! ”
Xu Yang nodded heavily, and there was a kind of pride spreading in his heart.
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In the final stage of the first half, Real Madrid's scrambling intensified, Kroos and Casemiro combined to strangle, Wen Zhihao originally wanted to use a continuous pass to advance quickly, but the effect was not good. Ramos' wide range of hits to the wall, and Isco's aggressive retreat made it difficult for Atletico to be at ease. Real Madrid's key siege, as long as it does not run into Barcelona, which integrates passing and control into the blood, is still very effective.
Wen Zhihao had no choice but to change the way, guiding the wing-backs on both sides, Juanfran and Felipe, to insert the assist, and use the combination of wings and centers to advance the attack to the opponent's core area as soon as possible.
Wen Zhihao deliberately brought the pace very fast, firstly, to try to surprise him, and more importantly, the time was running out in the first half, and he was trying his best to grab one or two chances.
didn't shoot in half the game, didn't instigate two attacks to make the opponent feel the heartbeat faster, and really thought he was a soft persimmon and was easy to bully!
Wen Zhihao aimed at Real Madrid's left flank, Marcelo has a weakness, the typical assist enthusiast, and after he plugs in, the open space behind him can be used to make a fuss.
Wen Zhihao completed the communication on the field with a few simple gestures, and the Real Madrid players who were hi did not expect to realize the murderous intention behind it.
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"Hmm! Marcelo was cut off, Juan Fran grabbed it beautifully! Yes? This is...... Oh my God, fight back! A long pass from Wen Zhihao! ”
He Wei saw that Juanfran and Wen Zhihao only made a pass to assist the front, and at the same time, Wen Zhihao arrived at the ball and accurately penetrated the left side of Real Madrid, Marcelo's back space, and the front court instantly formed a three-on-two - Griezmann and Costa stayed in the front court to reflect the key role.
Zidane touched his bald head and secretly screamed in his heart. Simeone stood up, expectant in his eyes. The psychology is a little ashamed of itself.
If it weren't for Wen Zhihao's hand on the offensive end, there would be no good opportunity now.
When the brave wins when they meet on a narrow road, Wen Zhihao gave himself a vivid teaching.