To be honest, the players at Athletic Bilbao really didn't figure out why Leon was so aggressive in beating them today.

If you want to talk about the explosion, the current Leon is not the back who can only defend before, and it makes no sense to only work the defensive end and not promote the performance much, right?

Bielsa would also be puzzled, but in addition to being surprised, he also had to think about how to break the game.

Having already conceded a goal, Bielsa doesn't see any point in continuing to strengthen their defence.

But now that he is allowed to adjust his strength on the offensive end, the only thing he can move is Llorente on the bench.

Thinking of this, Bielsa also shook his head secretly.

The club signed Aduris in the summer window, partly to make up for the lack of attacking firepower after the cold store Llorente.

But it does not achieve the effect of replacement.

At least so far, Aduris' performance has not been comparable to that of Llorente last season.

The number of goals scored is far inferior, and the fulcrum tactics are not as effective as Llorente.

It's not that Aduriz can't do it, but Llorente's stature is really rare in La Liga.

No matter how strong Aduris's ability to grab the landing point is, no matter how good his jumping ability is, after pulling out of the penalty area, his 1.82 meter body can't be compared with the 1.94 meter Llorente.

Llorente stood in front of Real Madrid's penalty area last season, and both Pepe and Alonso had to keep an eye on him together.

Otherwise, it is really impossible to squeeze the position.

Now Alonso can stand up to Aduris alone.

Leon didn't even do much to help Alonso defend, and could safely push back Gomez and Susaeta on either side of the defensive third.

It can only be said that the Athletic Bilbao hierarchy is determined to show their toughness with refrigerated Llorente, and the price paid is too great.

It could have been a good gathering and dispersing, getting an additional transfer fee of at least 30 million euros, and then continuing to qualify for the European competition through reinforcement.

But now, Bielsa only thinks that it is quite good to be able to lead Athletic Bilbao this season without falling out of the top 10 in La Liga!

"Let Fernando (Llorente) warm up."

Bielsa suddenly turned his head and explained to the assistant coach, which made his assistant stunned.

"But Mr. President, didn't say it before."

"I'm still the head coach of the team! On the field, I have the final say, you don't have to worry. Go and warm up Fernando. ”

Bielsa's attitude was very resolute, and when the assistant coach saw this, he didn't say anything, and got up and called Llorente, who was also surprised.

When Llorente began to warm up on the sidelines, the face of the president of Athletic Bilbao in the box was also visibly ugly.

Galeries Lafayette had heard Chairman Biba personally say in a meeting in the circle: "Don't give Llorente a chance to turn back!" "This kind of cruel talk.

So he didn't say much, just complained in his heart, "A guy with no business acumen at all!" ”。

And Mourinho, who was on the sidelines, was all on Bielsa.

Because he has a hunch that maybe after next summer, he will not see the "Chilean madman" in La Liga.

"Are we going to make adjustments?"

Five minutes later, looking at Llorente, who was about to play with Aduris as a double centre-forward, Kalanka asked a routine question.

Mourinho turned his head to look at Bielsa next door, and the regret in his eyes flashed.

"Yes!"

In the 38th minute of the first half, shortly after Athletic Bilbao completed the substitution, Real Madrid followed up to make a position adjustment.

However, Mourinho did not step up his defense as most fans expected, withstanding the onslaught of Athletic Bilbao's two centre-forwards.

He unexpectedly chose to play four-three-three!

Cristiano Ronaldo and Di Maria have been thoroughly promoted to the front line, and Leon's position has also been advanced to the left midfielder!

"Mourinho has chosen the tactical adjustment that is most respectful to Bielsa! They're going to have a head-to-head offensive showdown! Spear to spear again! The game is going to look good! ”

He Wei felt that his voice was a little dry.

His mood at the moment is actually not much different from that of an ordinary fan, excitement and anticipation are the most important.

When Bielsa and Mourinho choose attacking tactics at the same time in the same stadium, what more could they ask for as fans?

The rest of the game is destined to be an audio-visual feast for all fans.

For the first time this season, Athletic Bilbao's two-centre-forward duo has played its due impact.

After letting go of the pressure on Real Madrid, the air defense was much weaker, and by the 74th minute of the second half, Real Madrid had already conceded two goals.

It's just that the score has become 4-2!

In the small 30 minutes of the second half, Real Madrid and Athletic Bilbao each scored two goals, and the scene was quite exciting and beautiful.

Llorente didn't score, but he used his lead to cover Aduriz to break down the Real Madrid backline.

Susaeta's second goal also came with his back for an assist.

In the 87th minute of the second half, Llorente successfully broke his goal drought in the new season in the last corner kick opportunity of Athletic Bilbao!

The final score was 5-3.

Athletic Bilbao's home fans had mixed emotions to watch.

But for Real Madrid fans and other neutral fans, after watching this game, they were left with only one feeling.

Joyfully!

Ronaldo's brace, Benzema's passing, Di Maria's long-distance run, including Llorente's passing performance today, are all wonderful!

Unfortunately, in the second half, Leon's powerful long-range shot from 30 yards out went just over the crossbar and hit the post.

Otherwise, the fans can witness the birth of a long-range world wave.

However, even if he didn't get any individual offensive statistics, Leon's performance today was good enough.

Let's not talk about the defensive end, on the offensive end alone, Leon's advancement and smooth ball transfer have well ensured the smooth operation of Real Madrid's offensive system.

Coupled with his individual defensive performance in the first half, many fans are willing to rate him in the top three of the Real Madrid team.

After the game, Mourinho and Bielsa hugged and greeted each other on the sidelines for a long time.

Leon also found Llorente on the pitch and went out of his way to exchange jerseys with him.

"Had a great performance today, Fernando. Come on! ”

In the end, Leon didn't know how to say some words of encouragement, so he could only cheer Llorente on.

This is an era when traditional big man centers will become more and more scarce, and Li Ang hopes from the bottom of his heart that Llorente can have more opportunities to play and a bigger stage in the future.

After all, when the opponent is only a small and fast type of striker, Leon will also find it boring.

"Thank you, Leon! You are really a good person! ”

After accepting Llorente's one-size-size jersey and the "good guy card", Leon smiled and patted the other party's arm, then turned to look for his teammates.

A hearty league win was made, and most of Real Madrid's main players were quite happy.

And after getting a two-day rest, these main players shouted "Long live the boss!" "That's it.

Later, when they return to the training base to report, they will only do some recovery training first.

Because they don't have any games for the time being, the next league game won't start until a full week away.

During this period, there was a Champions League group stage, and Mourinho chose to train very much.

Cristiano Ronaldo and Leon have once again become the most eye-catching presence in the rotation lineup.

Back in Manchester, Ronaldo is completely caught up in the memories.

In this industrial city, Real Madrid's players also see a lot of passionate fans.

But that enthusiasm is not for them, but for the Red Devils who were once beloved by these Manchester City fans.

Instead of returning to Old Trafford, but to the Etihad, Ronaldo's eyes were much less warm, replaced by more desire to score than usual.

Mourinho did not hesitate, with Leon as the core in the midfield, he directly gave Ronaldo unlimited firing rights on the offensive end.

The combination of Leon + Matuidi + Essien is also enough to provide consistent possession on the offensive end.

It is in the back line that Real Madrid's starting Varane + Nacho combination does not seem particularly stable.

But it can't be helped, Albiol twisted his ankle in training two days ago and needs to recuperate for at least two weeks.

During this period, Mourinho has at his disposal the rotation of central defenders such as Raphael Varane, Nacho and Essien, who can make a cameo.

Maybe Leon can barely count one?

But until the last resort, Mourinho will not play Leon and Essien as central defence.

It would be a waste of their abilities.

When the fans on Manchester City's side look at Real Madrid's starting lineup today, they can't say that they are absolutely relieved, but they also give a heartfelt thumbs up to Real Madrid's "openness"!

This backline is full of children, and the midfield is difficult to bite, but as long as he gets the opportunity to face the Real Madrid backline, Aguero must not directly "shark crazy"?!

Many Manchester City fans, who were optimistic in advance, even thanked Mourinho.

It was after the game started that the rhythm and style of painting on the field were a little different from what these Manchester City fans imagined.

It is true that most of the backline on Real Madrid's side is rotated through the academy.

The left-back who started today was still Coentrão, who had just returned from injury.

But looking at the strength and combination of these players, why doesn't it look like the level of rotation at all?

Also, how can Real Madrid have more shots on goal on this counterattack than Manchester City's siege???

Mancini would be a little incomprehensible either.

But don't blame them, in this year, the back line of Coentrão + Varane + Nacho + Carvajal is indeed mediocre in terms of fame.

Manchester City has been unable to attack for a long time, and the players will inevitably become anxious and press more and more forward.

In the twenty-third minute of the first half, Li Ang saw the opportunity and joined Matuidi to make a decisive interception to Aguero, who wanted to hold the ball and pull the side!

After breaking the ball, Leon immediately looked for Essien, who was cut forward.

And Essien was also a direct side without dragging the mud a second after receiving the ball.

Callejon turned on the right flank and City's starting left-back Kolarov didn't have an advantage in pace today.

His start was a beat slower, and he couldn't stop Callejon's start for a while, and he could only desperately bury his head in pursuit!

Several of Manchester City's defenders could only reluctantly move back as a whole.

However, when approaching the right side of the Manchester City penalty area, Callejon did not choose to cut inside or go down.

He decisively kicked up and crossed the middle!

This will have followed up and sprinted to the top of the arc area of the Manchester City penalty area, and Li Ang chose to keep the ball straight through!

Such a scene made Mancini's heart cold!

And the sticky ball that was stuffed to the left quickly skimmed the toes of McConn who were trying to intercept it.

Ronaldo almost stood up to Zabaleta's defensive interference and shot directly into the Manchester City penalty area!

The continuous non-stop ball passing and shooting cooperation between the two is too smooth.

Joe Hart pounced on the far corner of the net, but the ball was so fast that he couldn't touch the football!

Real Madrid's sharp counter-attack goal directly stunned all Manchester City fans!

And when the Manchester United fans in the same city saw this scene in front of the TV, they couldn't help but laugh directly!

Manchester City, Manchester City, I really give you a chance that you are useless!

(End of chapter)