Chapter 394: Bad Things Become Good Things
When Lazio celebrated the goal, Ferguson on the sidelines looked very annoyed!
He was only now beginning to regret that he should have warned his players to stop attacking earlier, and now he thinks that all of Lazio's previous practices were traps!
He just wondered why Lazio had suddenly become so impatient, even though the game had only been ten minutes into the game, they were impatient as if there were only ten minutes left in the game.
He couldn't figure it out.
Feel like there's a problem.
But he also has no evidence and does not know what is wrong.
It was all speculation in his mind.
The Reds then launched a threatening-looking attack, and his attention was drawn for the time being.
Didn't think about the reason why Lazio was suddenly in a hurry.
Until now...... When Lazio scored, he finally knew the answer.
Because this is a series of traps!
Lazio were in a constant hurry to shove the ball forward, which looked like they were in a hurry to score the goal, but in fact they were in order to put possession in the hands of Manchester United without a trace.
Then lure United into attacking.
Sure enough, after they had hoped for possession so easily, United began to think more about it, forgetting everything they had told them before the game.
Then they attacked, and when they attacked, the formation pressed forward, and there were many holes in the originally tight defensive line.
Lazio then cut off their attack and launched a successful quick counter-attack. From the middle to the left, from the left to the middle, and then the ball is passed to the right. The right side then passed the ball back to the middle and finally completed the goal......
In this attack, Lazio's veins were very clear and it was clear that they had ideas. And not by luck.
So it was clearly a premeditated goal.
Ferguson is looking at gnashing his teeth, but what can he do?
He could only chew the gum harder, as if it were Lazio......
But while angry, he also had to admire Lazio's audacity.
Because their previous defense will really give Manchester United a lot of chances.
A little careless. That's the matter of stealing chickens and rice. Let United get around the trap and eventually score.
Once United scored first, it was a completely different story.
I believe Lazio should have been very clear about this before doing so.
That's why they are very bold and courageous.
It's a total gamble!
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In Chang Sheng's view, it was certainly a gamble, but the risk was not as great as Ferguson thought.
First of all, it is necessary to lure Manchester United into attacking. Because this is the only way to tear their formation apart.
If Manchester United can't even attack half time. What's the point of that?
So it was necessary to lure Manchester United deeper.
That's it. There is a risk.
However, Lazio can control this risk through a number of means.
For example, why would it be Jose Passarela who broke the ball at the end and not Chiellini, or whatever?
This is the result of Lazio's active control.
Every Lazio player knows their captain well. Jose Passarella is great in defense. His eyes seemed to be able to see through his opponent's movements in advance, so it was only fitting that he could do the final trap.
The whole Lazio team is on the back line. It will guide Manchester United's attack towards the area where Jose Passarella is located through running and defensive positioning.
Then they would deliberately leave a gap next to Jose Passarella to lure Rooney to that place.
This is the battle that led Manchester United to the predetermined ambush site.
Forcing Wayne Rooney and Carrick to face Jose Passarella head-to-head here.
The Manchester United players in the quick counter-attack naturally don't have time to think so much, they see the gap, and then they want to play the football net.
It's only natural that any team would choose to do so when they were in this situation.
After all, not everyone has the tactical thinking of a Lazio player.
They even took into account United's passing routes and manners.
Carrick will choose to play close to the ground, which has the advantage of high passing accuracy and speed, which is convenient for Rooney to receive the ball and adjust. If you pass the ball over the top, on the one hand, it is difficult to use the passing technique and may not be able to wear it accurately, and on the other hand, even if the football passes, because it will bounce and bounce, for Rooney who receives the ball, he needs to spend more time to adjust, which may provide opportunities for Lazio players to come around.
So boccia is the best choice.
But for José Passarella, boccia is also the best to defend. As long as he judges the opponent's ball route and timing in advance, he can move in advance and get stuck in the passing route.
United's pass just got to the feet of Jose Passarella......
Lazio took everything into account and tried to be foolproof, which led to this successful defence and the quick counter-attacking goals that followed......
If anyone thinks that Lazio broke off Manchester United's attack by hitting the big luck, and then hit the goal scored by the big luck...... Then let them think so, and then continue to think like this in the next games, giving Lazio more chances to "hit the big luck".
Lazio was very welcome.
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After Lazio's goal, the problem was on Ferguson's side.
Do you keep defending, or go out and try for an equaliser, or try to score an away goal?
In fact, for the experienced Ferguson, this is not a problem.
After Lazio finished celebrating, he made the decision - to keep going!
He walked to the sideline and made a gesture to the players to keep defending.
He's adjusted and he's not basking in the conceded goal.
He even believes that the goal conceded is a good thing for Manchester United......
Because there's no better way to warn them than to actually go through a wound.
Say more to yourself. The players may not be impressed and think it's not a big deal.
But now, I believe that they no longer dare to take any chances.
They only scored once before Lazio scored. If they continue to attack, then this game will not be beaten into a sieve by Lazio?
So then I let the team shrink the defense, and the players will definitely have other ideas.
And for Ferguson, even if the game is lost 0:1. He is also completely acceptable.
At home of a team like Lazio, losing only one goal can already be regarded as a victory, right?
That's why Ferguson resolutely chose to stay on top. This one ball, he can afford to lose!
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After the restart of the game, Manchester United obediently chose to shrink the defence.
No matter how Lazio play, they are defensive. Even if they get the ball, they will choose to clear the ball with a very simple kick and kick the football out.
They don't want to score a goal against Lazio anymore.
Even if Lazio are still passing through the ball, they are the same.
It seems that they were really scared by Lazio's lure just now. I'm afraid of conceding another goal.
It's acceptable to lose just one goal now.
If two goals are lost. In the second round, the difficulty of trying to turn the tables will increase exponentially.
So in the next game. Manchester United's only task is to defend and not allow the opposition to score.
When Ferguson saw this scene, he was finally somewhat satisfied. He relaxed, chewing gum much less often.
The flush on that face was fading little by little.
He sat back in the dugout.
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In the next game. Maybe it's the goddess of luck who has finally favored Manchester United this time.
Regardless of Lazio's approach, United have not conceded another goal.
They conceded this goal all game because of their arrogance.
When the referee blew the whistle for the end of the game, the England commentator was even congratulating Manchester United!
"It's over! The score was 1:0 and Lazio, playing at home, won the game! But I don't think it's an unacceptable outcome for Manchester United. On the contrary, this must be what Manchester United want! They have only conceded one goal, and in the second leg between the two sides, Manchester United will hopefully knock out a near-invincible Lazio! ”
In the bar, the United fans cheered and toasted the result.
In their opinion, after conceding the first goal, United were tenacious.
They managed to withstand the indiscriminate bombardment from Lazio.
How many teams can concede just one goal under Lazio's barrage?
Only Manchester United!
So Manchester United fans are also proud of their team.
They have decided that in the second leg they must create the most terrifying home atmosphere in the stands at Old Trafford!
As soon as the Lazio players entered the pitch, their legs were so frightened that they couldn't do anything!
By then they will have to play alongside their own team!
Wembley Stadium, Manchester United is a must-see!
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On the Italian side, it was natural to be a little disappointed that Lazio had only won by one goal against Manchester United.
They are worried about Lazio's away game against Manchester United.
It's too unsafe to only be one goal ahead......
United only need one goal at home to equalise and two goals to put them on top......
They had hoped that Lazio would end the battle at home, but now the suspense has not disappeared, but is getting bigger and bigger!
Manchester United showed tenacity in this game and they were worried.
What if Lazio still faces such a Manchester United in the second leg?
At this time, the live broadcast of the game just gave Chang Sheng a close-up.
Chang Sheng in the camera is not frowning, on the contrary, he has a smile on his face and is welcoming the Lazio players who have left the field one by one!
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