Chapter 597: The Iron Tree Blossoms, Defending the La Liga Champion
"The opponent is very prepared for our attack today."
"Whether it's on the wing or in the middle, it's very positive."
"In the second half, our centre-forward had to drop back and pull the side, just like Ronaldo and quickly move forward into the box."
'Casemiro, your position is important, don't press too far forward, the opposition's striker is staring at you.'
'Barcelona and Atletico both scored, so it's a bit tough for us.
"We've had a tough season and in the last 45 minutes, I want everyone to show all their calmness, patience and fighting spirit!"
After a brief speech, the Real Madrid dressing room was rejuvenated.
That's the secret to Zidane's coaching, conquering the dressing room.
"Sir, I think we can try to attack from set-pieces."
Rossi advised: "Karim, Militão, Casemiro, we are not inferior to our opponents. ”
The absence of Kroos, Sergio Ramos and Raphael Varane has led to the perception that Real Madrid have been less powerful in attacking set-pieces.
But this is La Liga, and Benzema's height and header ability are still enough.
Zidane nodded and said, "Of course you can, but first we have to get a chance." Luka, the corners and set-pieces in the second half, it's all up to you. ”
Soon, the second half was ready to begin, with Real Madrid kicking off.
Bibao has already missed the European competition this season, and the outcome of the game is insignificant for them.
The defeat to Barcelona in the Copa del Rey final allowed them to get rid of the pressure of fighting on two fronts a month ago.
Given plenty of rest, they have enough fitness to wrestle with Real Madrid.
Benzema and Rossi took turns to retreat, which was a huge drain on their physical strength.
Fearing the two strikers, Valverde and Casemiro rarely penetrated into the opposition's penalty area, only occasionally hitting long-range shots from the perimeter.
Fifteen minutes into the second half, Real Madrid still struggled to create scoring chances.
In the 65th minute, Luka Modric took a corner kick from the right and Casemiro's header hit the crossbar, which was Real Madrid's most threatening attack of the game.
And it was this attack that made Zidane firm in his offensive thinking.
So, Asensio came on and replaced Vinicius.
Real Madrid are not a team that is good at positional battles, so they have only been able to threaten Bibao's goal with long-range shots.
Adding a long pass to a counterattack can give you a chance when the opponent's formation is not stable.
Not only that, but in set-piece attacks, Casemiro and Militão can both join the attack and increase the number of attackers up front.
Asensio, Marcelo and Odriosola all have good crossings.
With the help of teammates, you can complete crosses when you can cut forward quickly.
In the space of just ten minutes, the defensive pressure on the Bibao players increased suddenly, and it was clear that they were not ready to deal with Real Madrid's wide crosses.
In the 75th minute, Real Madrid instigated an offensive on the right side, and Odriosola did not have a chance to cross after going down, so he turned and passed the ball back.
Asensio stopped the ball with his left foot and quickly passed it forward.
Bibao deployed heavy troops at the front point and easily broke the siege.
But the clearance was not far and was picked up by Luka Modric from just outside the box.
Mo Ma quickly moved to the feet of Casemiro on the right rib.
Fearful of Casemiro's long-range shot, Bibao's defensive centre of gravity quickly tilted to form a barrier on the left flank.
Rossi is also in the zone ready to start, reaching for the ball.
Casemiro saw Rossi's movement and pushed a straight line with his right foot into the box.
Rossi, who cut diagonally, did not stop the ball, and directly made an arc with the arch of his foot and swept the ball towards the goal.
The pass was so sudden that the three defenders in front of Bibao fell to the ground and slid collectively, but they couldn't touch the ball.
Nacho, who was at the back post, with no defenders, pushed into the empty goal with a slight touch of the arch of his foot.
Real Madrid scored!
【GOAL!!!! 】
[The ball is in!] 】
[Real Madrid finally knocked on the opponent's goal after continuous attempts! ] 】
[Nacho! 】
【Iron Tree Blossoms!】 】
[The only full-time player in the Real Madrid backline this season, has been silently guarding the door of Real Madrid! ] 】
[This time, at the critical moment when the team won the championship, he stood up! ] 】
[He's not the most eye-catching player in this galaxy battleship! 】
[In his 12-year career, he has devoted his entire youth to Real Madrid! 】
[He was never the starter!] 】
[But ......]
[Ramos is injured, we have Nacho!] 】
[Varane is injured, we have Nacho! 】
[Carvajal is injured, we have Nacho!] 】
[The team is behind, we have Nacho!] 】
[He never complains about the playing time!] 】
[He is a true Madridist!] 】
The picture of the big screen on the spot, the standings and rankings are updated again.
Real Madrid jumped from third place to the top of the table.
Outside the Santiago Bernabeu stadium, fans gathered to stare at the huge screens outside the stadium.
Matches are also broadcast here, and it is a gathering place for die-hard Real Madrid fans.
When Nacho scored the crucial goal, the cheers of the fans resounded through Castellana Street.
Zidane clenched his fists, bent slightly, and roared loudly.
At this moment, the pressure on him was finally released.
When the news of Real Madrid's goal reached the other two games, the players of Barcelona and Atletico Madrid were a little disappointed.
They were all ahead of their opponents and did what they could.
It's a pity that this season was beaten by Real Madrid, which became the factor that determined the ownership of the championship at this moment.
They can now only hope for Athletic Bilbao.
As long as the Basque Lions can hold Real Madrid to a draw, they still have a chance.
"Luo, it's a good pass!"
Drinking water and not forgetting the well digger, Nacho hugged Rossi tightly.
Nacho had no idea that Rossi would pass the ball to his feet before he could shoot.
It's so comfortable to work with top strikers!
Although there is no pressure from outside factors, this is their home stadium and winning is the only belief.
The match continued, and Athletic Bilbao clearly stepped up their attack.
Anyway, losing one goal is a loss, two goals are also a loss, and you can fight for a draw.
As they pressed forward in formation, there was a serious disconnect between the central and defensive lines, and Real Madrid seized the opportunity.
In the 80th minute, after Bibau's wide attack was cleared, Modric passed the ball to Rossi near the centre circle.
At this point, Bibao was severely disconnected between the defensive lines, and Rossi could easily take the ball and advance.
Benzema quickly pulled wide and took away the defense.
Rossi saw Valverde cut forward at high speed from behind him and immediately split the ball.
With Rossi alone in the middle, Valverde could only push the ball near the opponent's penalty area first.
At this point, Bibao had five defenders in the middle, compared to three for Real Madrid.
Outflanked Benzema and Rossi, they were also stubbornly guarded by their opponents.
But the next operation of the two directly collapsed Bibao's defense line.
Benzema cut diagonally into the middle, ready to grab the spot.
Rossi moved back a little further after seeing his movement.
Then, after the two close-eyed players moved, Benzema suddenly stopped and turned to the back post.
And Rosie also followed suitably to change the direction of the forward insertion and move forward.
This is the most common cross-run when attacking a striker.
Valverde's pass was pinpointed to Benzema at the back post.
After seeing his team-mate gain possession of the ball, Rossi quickly moved towards the forward post to open up the distance and provide a passing route for Benzema.
Bibao's two defenders were originally each marking their own people.
But Benzema's possession of the ball attracted the attention of both men.
Rossi's side was completely empty.
[Benzema's header is back to the top! ] 】
【Opportunity!】 】
【Shot!!! 】
[The ball is in!!! 】
[Top running awareness, the opponent doesn't know how to defend at all!] 】
[It was Rossi's 28th league goal of the season!] 】
[Help Real Madrid lock the win!] 】
[Congratulations to Real Madrid for successfully defending the La Liga title!] 】