Xia Xing's precise pass found Van Persie!

Van Persie's header hits the net!

The ball was punched out by the old Brazilian goalkeeper Cesar!

Leicester City missed a good chance to grab points in the opening game!

But even so, the Leicester fans in the stands still cheered and applauded.

Against the Portuguese Super League giants, Leicester City can play with this momentum, and it is still away, which is really not easy.

And in the next period, Leicester City also completely took the initiative.

Cambiasso and N'Golo Kante took on defensive duties, while Xia Xing and Riyad Mahrez flew on the wings.

Up front, Jamie Vardy and Robin van Persie were even more aggressive.

Two full-backs, Fox and Simpson, also stepped forward to provide assists.

In the seventh minute of the game, Mahrez connected three people on the right side and shot a long shot in front of the penalty area!

The ball slides out of the goal!

It's just a little bit off!

In the 14th minute of the game, N'Golo Kante tackled the ball in the middle, and the ball was picked up by Vardy, who retreated to receive it.

He knocked decisively!

Xia Xing once again used his speed to break through the defense!

A diagonal pass into the penalty area!

Van Persie calmly pushes!

The ball was blocked by the opposing goalkeeper Luisson and cleared by Cesar's big foot!

In the live broadcast room, Alan Shearer excitedly praised again and again.

"Brilliant passing coordination!

"In the first 15 minutes, Leicester had three shots on goal!

"And they all pose a threat to Benfica!

"Those who say Leicester 'can only play one game in the Premier League',

"Look at it now,

"Even against the Portuguese giants, they are still very strong!

"Leicester City may have their first Champions League win in this game!"

Listening to Alan Shearer's praise, Carragher next to him frowned: "Although Leicester City has been attacking in this game, I always feel ......"

Alan Shearer frowned: "What do you mean?" It's a Premier League game against the Portuguese Super League, so don't talk like you did at home. ”

Carragher was speechless: "What is this?" I'm not like in China, deliberately ......"

Alan Shearer: "What did you say?" ”

Carragher: "No, no, I mean it's not the same as at home, harsh. ”

Alan Shearer pouted.

Carragher hastened to explain.

'I mean, Leicester have the advantage on the pitch at the moment, but it's not very safe.

"After all, they haven't scored yet, have they?

"And the few shots on goal were threatening, but Benfica's defensive line was solid.

"There weren't any defensive holes exposed.

"In this case, it's hard to say what the next game will be.

"I think Leicester City has no Champions League experience after all, so it should be safer......

Alan Shearer glanced at Carragher: "I think you're just used to it." ”

Carragher didn't explain anymore, he frowned and looked in the direction of the pitch.

As a Premier League veteran, he naturally wants Premier League teams to win.

But Leicester City is indeed a bit too radical now......

In fact, not only Carragher found the problem, but also Ranieri on the sidelines.

The team is a bit aggressive.

Against Benfica, they will naturally be looking to get on the scoresheet as soon as possible.

However, they were clearly in a bit of a hurry.

Especially in the opening period, the attack in the midfield was fierce.

Although it was quite effective, after all, there was no goal.

And the frequent forward insertion of the two wings is actually very risky.

If the opponent calms down and attacks from the flanks, then Leicester are in danger.

Kante is okay, Cambiaso's running and speed are not strong suits.

Shakespeare also asked in a low voice: "Do you want to remind the players to pay attention?" ”

Ranieri shook his head: "Don't remind them just yet, let them play at their own pace." ”

"But what if you concede the ball?"

"If you concede a goal, it's an experience."

"This ......"

Shakespeare hesitated, but finally said nothing.

Compared to the previous Pearson, isn't Ranieri a little soft......

In fact, Shakespeare did not know what Ranieri was thinking.

The Italian coach can see that the team's fierce attack now is definitely related to Xia Xing's radical organization and passing.

After all, there are no big stars in the opponent's lineup, and the strength of the team is relatively balanced.

So Xia Xing obviously wanted to grab the opening.

And before the game, Xia Xing once told him that he thought that the two teams were similar in strength, and whoever scored first would have the advantage.

So Xia Xing is now playing at his own pace.

At this time, if you interfere by yourself, it will inevitably affect the rhythm of Xia Xing.

For this kind of five-to-five situation, it is not wrong to attack or defend.

But if he forcibly ordered the defense, then Xia Xing might lose the opportunity to try his own tactics.

Forget it, let him handle it.

Even if it is to concede a goal, or even to lose, it is reasonable.

It's time to give the team more experience.

At this time, the game had come to 20 minutes, and Xia Xing sent another wonderful cross.

Jamie Vardy was successfully countered offside and fired a shot that was firmly held by Cesar on the ground.

Seeing that the must-score was lost, the England striker was so angry that he kicked the turf hard.

This old Brazilian goalkeeper is still so fierce!

Cesar is 37 years old this year, and as an absolute goalkeeper of former Brazil and Inter Milan, he was absolutely world-class at his peak.

Even now, he is old, and since joining Benfica last year, he has quickly become the team's defensive thigh.

In this game, there were many wonderful saves.

He is definitely the biggest star in this team.

And not only the defensive ability, but also the ability to see the game!

Holding the ball, Cesar didn't pause on the ground, he got up quickly and found a huge gap on the side of Leicester!

Don't hesitate to kick off the ball!

The ball goes straight to the right of Leicester!

At this time, Mahrez stepped forward to answer and had lost his position!

Benfica's No. 10 midfielder Gaitan sprints quickly and receives the ball steadily!

In the face of Simpson, he decisively knocked horizontally!

Talisca in the middle catches the ball!

Mitroglou and Jonas on the front line sprinted quickly and ran out of gap!

This wave of fast attack made Leicester City's midfield very embarrassed!

There is confusion in the movement of the defenders!

Cambiaso struggled to defend the angle, but he couldn't do it alone!

By the time Kante came over, it was too late!

The 21-year-old striker Talisca made a slight adjustment, he didn't choose to pass!

Straight, kick-up volley!

A curling ball with a tricky angle!

Go straight to the far corner!

Schmeichel jumps hard!

The palm of the left hand is open!

But I still couldn't touch the ball!

The ball sticks between your fingertips and the goalpost and goes straight into the net!

The commentators of Portugal Sports TV cheered excitedly!

"The ball is in!

"1 to 0!

"Benfica scored!

"The Portuguese giants break the deadlock!

"Young Champions League rookie Leicester City have conceded a goal!

"They paid the price for their immaturity!"

(End of chapter)