133 Battle for the top of the list
Visiting Stamford Bridge will definitely not be an easy game, although after resting at home for two days, they did recover a certain amount of physical fitness before the game, and felt that physical and mental exhaustion is no longer a factor affecting the game, but Qin Lang and his teammates still did not relax. Pen % fun % Pavilion www.biquge.info
At the training base, the players were hot, hard working and focused, because the spirit was completely kicked out, and the Reds players really didn't want to be kicked in the face after just one round of becoming league leaders.
Maybe not everyone thinks they have what it takes to stay at the top of the table all season, or maybe some players don't think they have what it takes to compete for a title. But there is no doubt that the Reds' players will want to stay at the top of the table for as many rounds as possible.
As a player, take one who doesn't want his career to be more brilliant, who doesn't want to have more championship trophies and more honors; Although the players also know that being the leader of the league will be the target of public criticism and will be the target of many teams, it really doesn't matter much.
The novelty of becoming a leader has not yet passed, and I haven't felt much pressure yet; At this time, I hope that the team can do better, and in order not to lose face and not just 'play in one round', it is necessary to make the spirit and strength that the top team should have.
The big game against Chelsea came at a good time, Liverpool were in high spirits and 'ignorant and fearless', and the Reds players were now desperate to play against a big team like Chelsea, to come into this competition as league leaders, to have a real battle for the top spot!
It's also tragic to say, Liverpool's record over the years has been at a relatively low point, and they haven't participated in the real battle for the top spot for a long time; Maybe Liverpool will also participate in some strong conversations because of their past glory and good strength, but the battle for the top of the table needs to be supported by results.
It's a pity that Liverpool has lacked the quality to compete for the title for a long time in the past, so don't say anything about the top battle, that is a luxury for Liverpool, their record has never reached such a height.
And this time there is no need to worry, although the league has only passed ten rounds, although the team is not yet at the top of the table. But one thing is for sure, Liverpool are league leaders, this is an indisputable fact, and this is speaking in terms of results; And this time against Chelsea, this game naturally has more meaning.
Of course Qin Lang is very happy, this is his first time in the Premier League to participate in the top battle, maybe he is not particularly unfamiliar with these during his time in the Bundesliga, but he is not very familiar with it. What's more, the past achievements don't mean too much, Qin Lang is very realistic and only looks at the current results, this is the goal he strives for.
Playing well in Liverpool and trying to help the team get in a better position in the standings is Qin Lang's goal, and it is also what he and his teammates are thinking now.
Going to Stamford Bridge to play Chelsea, everyone knows it's not going to be an easy game; It is true that last season's Chelsea had a disappointing record in the league, and they were not at all as competitive as they have been in the past few seasons.
However, Chelsea's Champions League title was a surprise, and because Chelsea started the new season with a relatively vigorous start, which is naturally a proof of Chelsea's strength, and Liverpool cannot afford to slack off.
Qin Lang knew that this game was not easy to fight, because the opponent was strong; Even if the opponent's team is in Ashley. Cole and Frank Lampard are injured and unable to play, but they can't be careless. Liverpool's more depressed side is Glen Johnson's comeback, but Skrtel was accidentally injured in training, and it was really full of injuries.
So when the starting lineups of both sides are laid out, everyone can know that this is not the best state of the other side; But it didn't hurt the muscles and bones, and the competitiveness was still full.
Chelsea's goalkeeper is, of course, Petr Cech; Azpilicueta, Branislav Ivanovic, John Terry and Bertrand lined up at the back; In midfield, Ramirez, Mikel, Hazard and Juan, Mata; Twin strikers Oscar as well as Fernando Torres.
Looking at such a squad, although Chelsea's injury attrition has had a big impact, it is certain that their squad is still very luxurious, and they still make people feel a little chilly at both offensive and defensive ends.
For Qin Lang, this is naturally the case, Chelsea's two-striker lineup naturally goes without saying, as well as excellent wings like Mata and Hazard; Even these guys aren't just a threat on the flanks, they're a threat throughout midfield.
This is a big test for Qin Lang, because Chelsea's attack is full of firepower and is also full of layers; Don't think that just the forward arrows will pose some threats, once Mata and Hazard are allowed to rush up, Qin Lang really doubts that his team's defense will be completely torn apart.
Liverpool's starting lineup has made a lot of changes, and the goalkeeper is naturally Qin Lang; On the back line, from right to left, are Glen Johnson, Visdown, Carragher, Ager and Enrique; midfielders Shaheen, Steven Gerrard and Joe Allen; Raheem Sterling and Luis Suarez up front.
Liverpool didn't play in the 4-4-2 formation they are most familiar with, which is understandable; Because the opponent's attacking firepower is too fierce, considering that Liverpool's midfield defense is relatively weak, they can only pile people on the back line.
Moreover, he is very jealous of Chelsea's wing attack, so even if it is Qin Lang in front of the goal, he can't be careless; Otherwise, it is really possible to concede the goal, but the opponent's lineup is too luxurious, it is a matter of course to be careful and not make a big mistake, don't think that Qin Lang is the first goalkeeper and will be able to do everything by himself, that is unrealistic.
Qin Lang is a little worried about the team's offense, which is a very understandable thing; Because Liverpool's attacking ability is not very good, he also does not think that Shaheen's partner Gerrard, who has not yet recovered to his best form, will be able to tear apart the back combination of Ramires and Mikel.
Looking at Chelsea's back line, although there is a lot of injury impact, Suarez and Sterling must be under a lot of pressure, because there is John Terry and Branislav Ivanovic, which is a huge pressure for the forwards, not to mention the in-form Cech in front of goal.
Don't worry so much now, Qin Lang is still ready to accept the test brought by Chelsea's attackers is more realistic; Thinking about Chelsea's attacking firepower, Qin Lang needs to be careful.
This is not a combination of stars and value, this is a really combative lineup; Chelsea have scored 22 goals in the previous 10 games, second only to Manchester United. As for their defence, while not as good as Liverpool who have conceded fewer than five goals and Manchester City who have scored less than 10 goals, Chelsea have conceded only goals.
Such a balanced offensive and defensive team and quite competitive team is definitely a hard nut to bite, Qin Lang knows this in his heart, and Liverpool's players also know it; They are also well aware that it is not easy to get out of the game at Stamford Bridge.
But there is nothing to worry about or fear, because Liverpool are now league leaders and they are now the team with the best record in the Premier League; In order to stay at the top of the table for longer, don't be afraid to be challenged by some teams.
Besides, Manchester City, Arsenal, and Manchester United have not taken advantage of Liverpool, which also gives Liverpool's players more confidence.
Chelsea are indeed strong and there is nothing to dispute about that; It's just that Liverpool is not a soft persimmon, and it is definitely not so easy to take out Liverpool. The Reds players don't mind running over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in order to prove why Liverpool are now the league leaders!
Liverpool, who were in high spirits, came out amid the boos of the stadium, and they naturally knew why the Blues fans were booing now; But there is a bit of pride, and it is a sense of accomplishment to see the opponent so angry and corrupt. If it weren't for Liverpool's current league leaders, the emotions of Chelsea fans wouldn't be so intense!
There weren't any large-scale war of words before the game, and there weren't many grudges in the history of the two teams; It's a big game, it's a tense game, and that's because it's the top game, because both teams want to get a better result, it's that simple!
Qin Lang was not nervous, let alone timid; Qin Lang has always considered himself a big tournament player, and the more important the game, the more excited he will be, and he is looking forward to performing well in such a big competition.
So there's nothing to say right now, so let's hurry up and start the game; What about the boos in the audience, and what about the eyes of the Chelsea players, to be honest, Qin Lang really didn't care very much.
Because what he hopes is to be able to have a better performance in the game, because he knows that this is not a time when there is murder in the eyes or a scary sound, and the football field still needs to rely on the game and the score to speak!
Qin Lang is not nervous at all, but it doesn't mean that everyone is not nervous; Because this is the battle for the top spot, it naturally means that neither team wants to make a mistake at this time.
If you win, you can become the leader of the league, and if you lose, you can only stay in the back and look at the team in front of you; What's more, the league has only played many rounds, and the points have not been completely opened.
Although it is the battle for the top spot, teams like Manchester City and Manchester United are still eyeing it, and they also have a chance to replace them.
Therefore, if you want to achieve a better record and stay at the top of the leaderboard, you not only need to play your best to defeat strong opponents, but also to make as few mistakes as possible and not give your opponent any chance! (To be continued.) )