Chapter Ninety-Seven: Fighting Bayern Again

At 19:45 on November 25, a match in the fifth round of the UEFA Champions League group stage officially kicked off at Wembley Stadium.

Group E winners Tottenham Hotspur took on second-placed Bayern Munich in a clash that drew more than 80,000 fans to Tottenham's home stadium.

In the first four rounds of the group stage, Tottenham won three and drew one, and Bayern won three and lost one with nine points.

Roma in the same group only have three points, and even if the Serie A teams win the next two games against Bayern and CSKA Moscow, Bayern also do not score a point in the last two rounds, they are only on the same point.

CSKA Moscow scored only one point in four games and was declared out early.

Therefore, in fact, there is basically no big suspense about the promotion of this group.

If nothing else, Bayern will join hands with Tottenham to qualify for the knockout rounds.

That being said, it is clear that neither side will give up the victory easily in this game.

Pep Guardiola continued the same defence used at last weekend, with goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, left-back Bernat and right-back Raphinha, Boateng and Benatia in central defence.

The offensive line sent out Robery and Lewandowski.

Ribery and Arjen Robben are two old sick names who can start at the same time.

In midfield, Xavi Alonso, who is born today, leads the way, while Hojbier and Rod get the chance to start.

Gotze and Muller both rotated and were on the bench.

Tottenham's Lloris returned to the starting line-up after a suspension, and Alisson showed his immature side in the last game.

Benjamin could only choose to trust the more experienced Lori.

In addition, Danny Rose and Kyle Walker also returned from injury early with the addition of Benjamin's medical card.

Zhang Hai, the number one miracle doctor in the Tottenham Medical Center, has gradually spread unconsciously.

There are even other Premier League teams who are starting to ask what kind of magic this amazing Chinese man has, which can make injured Tottenham players recover from injuries several times faster than normal.

But even if these people asked Zhang Hai himself, he couldn't understand.

Whenever this topic is discussed, Benjamin laughs and does not say a word.

Then there was another line-up change, with Benjamin replacing Dembele with Alex Sandro.

Compared to the Belgian midfielder, although not as capable of pushing forward as Dembele, the Brazilian defended more aggressively.

That's right, Sandro's passing and dribbling skills from Brazil are a certain gap with Dembele, but his defense is stronger than that of the Belgian.

"Sandro and N'Golo Kante stepped down an iron gate in midfield today, blocking the Bayern midfielder's passing and breakthrough routes.

Try to attack as often as possible from the wings, and remember to cross in time. ”

After a short confrontation in the opening game, Bayern, who were playing away, gradually gained the advantage of possession.

However, they were not able to organise threatening attacks effectively.

As soon as you want to pass the ball into a dangerous area or look for a breakthrough, you will be tackled by Tottenham's defenders.

That's because Bayern's three midfielders have not been able to gain the upper hand against the hosts.

N'Golo Kante and Sandro did cause a lot of trouble for the visitors.

In particular, the young Hojbier and Rode, who are not very good, can hardly provide much help to Xavi Alonso.

In contrast, Benjamin's change of formation today had a very good effect.

Sandro cherishes the opportunity to start in the Champions League.

The once-considered talented Brazilian prodigy rose to fame at a young age, representing Internacional Brasil at the age of 18 and being selected for the Brazilian national team at the age of 20 for his outstanding performances in the league.

You know, that's the Samba Army, how many Brazilian players who have been famous in Europe for many years still haven't had the opportunity to play for five-star Brazil.

It can be seen how good Sandro was at the age of 20 at the time.

After joining Tottenham, Sandro quickly became an important part of the team.

However, it didn't go so well, as frequent injuries prevented the Brazilian from maintaining a consistent schedule, and repeated injuries and absences severely affected his form.

Along with injury after injury, there is a gradual decline in strength, Sandro is in pain, but there is nothing he can do.

Fortunately, Benjamin's arrival changed everything.

Hospital specialists were able to heal Sandro's injuries, but they still couldn't fundamentally solve his frequent injuries.

Therefore, even after Sandro recovered from injury last season, he did not get much chance to play.

Even if Benjamin now has plenty of points, he can use his medical card to ensure that Sandro has greatly reduced the time it takes to recuperate.

It's still a palliative, but after a long period of pain, Sandro has finally gradually regained his former form this season.

Today at Wembley, against Bayern, the Brazilian played very well in defence.

Maybe he can return to the Brazilian national team with his performances this season!

Sandro thought expectantly.

The defense is indeed good, but the midfield is missing Dembele, who has a fairly strong ability to advance through the middle, and Tottenham's attack is a bit constipated.

The ball in midfield could only be played by Alderweireld's long balls, and N'Golo Kante's ability to pass forward was not enough to help the team in this strong conversation.

Lamela picked up a cross from the right and Kane cut in front of goal with a left-footed half-volley that was brilliantly cleared by Neuer.

Bayern then counter-attacked, Robben broke down the left and crossed low, and Raphinha's low shot at the back post was blocked by Lloris.

Eriksen split the ball to the left and Sadio Mane took the ball and broke across to the edge of the box with a long-range shot that went just wide of the post.

Bayern soon returned the favor, Ribery crossed from the left, and Rod burst into the box to push the ball to Bailoris saved!

The home side immediately counter-attacked, with a long ball over the top that went straight over the Bayern backline.

Kane chested the ball into the box and Benatia brought down Kane from behind.

The Tottenham striker, who was tackled in his left leg, fell to the ground in pain, and referee Kralovic decisively awarded a penalty and showed a red card!

The Bayern centre-back was sent off, and Pep Guardiola was helpless to replace Rod with Dante to keep the backline intact.

After Tottenham's doctor came in and treated Kane briefly, the Englishman stood up and took two steps on the pitch.

Feeling that he could still hold on, Kane gestured to the manager on the sidelines.

Benjamin also called back Adebayo, who had already warmed up.

The Tottenham fans cheered for Kane.

Kane then walked to the penalty spot in the box and prepared to take the penalty he had created.

Wembley immediately fell silent again, and everyone watched the field with bated breath for fear of disturbing Kane.

Harry Kane confidently volleyed straight into the top right corner of the goal!

Kane's shot was full and too fast, and although Neuer was right, he couldn't stop the ball from going into the net.

The goal is valid, 1-0!

In the 23rd minute, Tottenham Hotspur took the lead in breaking the deadlock on the field with a penalty!

Benjamin stood on the sidelines, not too excited to celebrate, just smiled faintly and clapped his hands.

"He's so handsome, it's so charming!

Leona, you have to take care of it, don't let him be snatched away by other leprechauns! ”

"I think the most dangerous thing is you, little goblin!"

The two beauties in the stands said with a smile.

Leona, who was watching the game at the scene again, ignored the two friends around her, but looked at the personable man not far away in a daze.

I didn't think that this time I was so close to watch Benjamin command the game, and the girl deeply felt the charm exuded by the other party.