23 One Goal Fame (Part II)
In Blackburn's dressing room, the atmosphere was very oppressive. Blackburn head coach Ray Shafort was already furious, pointing at Blackburn's players and yelling.
"Do you know what team we are facing, it is a team from the second division, a second division team! What we are, we are the Premier League champions. But look at what shit you played in the first half, it was a shame on the Premier League team. ”
Ray Shafort is not a hot-button coach in his own right, having helped Dalglish win the Premier League title last season. After officially becoming Blackburn's head coach this season, the results were so poor at first that the position began to be unstable. Thankfully, Blackburn have had good results in recent games, but the position is still shaky.
The sheer pressure made it impossible for Shafort to control his emotions. But after all, Shafort is an experienced coach and has suppressed his anger.
'Most of their forces were concentrated in the middle and our strategy in the second half was still to attack their two flanks. Daniel's young player was already very embarrassed defensively in the first half, and concentrated his firepower on both flanks in the second half. ”
Schafort began to introduce the players to the tactics of the second half.
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Meanwhile, on the other side, George greeted the players at the door of the dressing room and then finally entered the dressing room. Although in the first half, because of the full defense, many people were very tired. After all, it is a Premier League team, and Burnley have never faced such a strong opponent until now. But there was a smile on everyone's face.
The atmosphere in the locker room was very good, and we got together in twos and threes to chat.
George clapped his hands, and everyone's eyes were refocused on George. 'The first half was very good and everyone was defending very hard. It also works very well. A score of 1:0 is the best reward for you. ”
As soon as George's words fell, "Mmmmmm......" all the players shouted.
When they were almost done, George tapped on the tactics board. "But I'm going to criticize, Daniel said you?" Looking at Daniel's smiling expression, George pointed at Daniel with a blank face.
Everyone was stunned by George's words, Daniel was the hero of the first half. Not only withstood Blackburn's attack, but also scored the only goal for Burnley in the 28th minute.
Including Carl Pat next to him, he also looked at George with puzzled eyes.
'Daniel, that counter-attack in the first half was our only chance, and Hakby was in a better position than you at the time. As long as your ball passes, it's an empty goal. Even Poboski's chances are better than yours, and that chance you should pass, not shoot. George was very serious about criticizing Daniel.
George was not at all worried, and criticizing Daniel would hit his positive surname. From the age of fourteen, Daniel grew up under George's scolding.
"Yes, head." Daniel smiled and quickly apologized to George.
"Yes." George nodded, a smile popping up on his face. "But to be honest, Daniel, you had a beautiful shot. Definitely this one. George gave a thumbs up and praised Daniel.
"Well, the first half is over. The defense did well in the first half, and in the second half, Blackburn Rovers must have to fight back, and they are not strong in the middle, so they will definitely step up the breakthrough on the wing. Lennon, Coyd, the two of you continued to protect Daniel's side in the second half. Murphy, you're helping Grant's side. The third line continues to be closely linked and does not give Blackburn the slightest chance. Our strategy in the second half was still to defend and counter-attack, and we responded to the situation with the same. ”
Before he arrived at Ewood Park, George had a big plan. Playing against the attack, Burnley is definitely no match for Blackburn. Then you can only play this tactic of defending and counterattacking.
'Michael, your play-making in midfield is the most important. We have Hakby and Poboski up front, and we need your pass. You didn't do a good job of that in the first half, so in the second half you have to pay attention to reading the game. ”
Ballack was already good enough in the first half, both defensively and offensively, but George knew that Ballack was far from reaching his potential. The requirements for Barack George have always been very strict.
Barak didn't talk much, and he just nodded vigorously when he heard George's words.
"Daniel, in the second half, on the basis of solid defense, can also be appropriately inserted. Berg's speed is not good, as long as he breaks the ball, he must not hesitate to counterattack. Coyd, you'll fill Daniel's place when the time comes. ”
George drew three arrows in the front court and another circle behind it. 'When we hit back, it's about speed. So you don't need to invest too many troops, just three or four people. ”
After explaining the tactics, George pressed his hand.
"Blackburn bend bastards, let's stay in the fourth division forever. Mitchell, you were on the floor that year, what did you think of? "The lack of strength is, of course, to make up for it with mental power.
Mitchell clenched his fists and gritted his teeth, "Blackburn, that's all I thought about." ”
"yes, kill Blackburn." Miller and Grant, who experienced that incident, also echoed Mitchell.
George waved his hand. "yes, kill Blackburn. We killed them at Ewood Park, at Blackburn's home stadium. ”
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At the start of the second half, George did not sit in the coach's box, but stood straight on the court. All the Blackburn fans booed Chu Xiaoyao, mixed with insults to George.
But George wasn't the only one standing, Shafort was also standing on the court, watching the game anxiously.
Sherwood got the ball and slowed down slightly, gasping for air. It was a very tiring game, and the German man was very physical, full of energy, and good defensive skills. Ballack followed Sherwood closely in this game, so that Sherwood's physical strength has reached a limit.
However, Sherwood slowed the tempo, but Ballack did not rest. As soon as the long leg stretched, it broke the ball at Sherwood's feet. Ballack handed the ball to Murphy, who quickly handed it back to Ballack. Ballack rubbed his right foot and squeezed the ball to the left.
'It was Daniel, who scored a goal in the first half, got the ball. Daniel took the ball and Berg couldn't keep up with Daniel's speed. There is not a single defender in front of Daniel right now. ”
For a moment all the fans on the pitch held their breath because the situation was exactly the same as the ball in the first half.
However, in Blackburn's favour, the two centre-backs did not press near the centre circle as they did in the first half. The two of them retreated very quickly to protect the vicinity of the small penalty area.
'Daniel was fast, but Hendry was already in position. Daniel started, but didn't get rid of Hendry. Stephen Hendry was experienced and didn't get shaken by Daniel, but was firmly in position. ”
"Daniel has passed! Near the big forbidden area, see who it is? Ballack, there are no defenders around Ballack. Ballack, shot !!!!!!!!! ”
“goooooooooooooooooooo!!!!!!!!!!!! Ballack's goal gave Burnley a two-goal lead on the road. Nice counterattack. ”
'It only took three passes for Burnley to score once.'
With this goal, Blackburn's more than 20,000 fans suddenly lost their voices. Burnley fans, on the other hand, are singing and dancing, and a red wave has already formed in the stands.
George deliberately waved his fist in front of Shafort, and then raised his fist to demonstrate to the Blackburn fans. George knew the game had to be decided.
'Daniel and Ballack each scored a goal and an assist. Nineteen-year-old Ballack and seventeen-year-old Daniel, two people so young completely stormed the Ewood Stadium. Let's remember these two youngsters, they will be great stars in the future. Paul, what do you think? ”
"Martin, you're so right. Especially Daniel, I believe that there will be a place for him in the England national team in the future. ”