bullyxtreme Chapter 166 Alonso and Li Qiao
Chapter 166 Alonso and Li Qiao
Chapter 166 Alonso and Li Qiao
Anelka's goal was scored in the countdown of the first half, and Anfield suddenly fell silent.
The KOP stand also fell silent. We all know that in the UK, the two cities of Liverpool and Manchester are competing with each other. This goal also hurt the hearts of Liverpool fans, so at the end of the first half, there were sporadic boos at the scene.
The boos are not big, but Benitez has been in La Liga for 10 years. He knows that if this continues, the boos will be very big.
It was quiet in the locker room.
There is nothing wrong with the team's tactics, and the configuration is very luxurious, but why can't they score goals?
This is the most uncomfortable situation, that is to say, the problem cannot be found, just like the later Leicester City, the configuration of the two seasons before and after is similar, but the final effect is very different.
Benitez knew that under such circumstances, a substitution must be made, and the principle of substitution is like changing a knife is the same in Europe.
"Lee, Harvey."
Li Qiao and Harvey were handed over to the side, and the assistant coach was arranging tactics for the two of them, and the general tactical indoctrination was the job of the assistant coach.
During the intermission, as far away as the capital of China, the CCTV commentary was also offering advice.
"I think Li Qiao should be replaced." Duan Xuan said.
"But if the tactics are unreasonable, it's useless to replace Li Qiao. The problem with Liverpool is that their mentality is too hasty. The new coach and new players are eager to prove themselves."
"Yes, Liverpool have to settle down and play."
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"Dad, it's the second game, and Li Qiao is still sitting on the bench. I knew that Li Qiao shouldn't leave Porto."
"What do you know, you don't know what the Premier League means."
Luo Linda smiled and said, "I don't understand, you have earned a lot of commissions, of course I hope Li Qiao will leave."
Maybe women all over the world don't want their men to leave, after all, there are too many temptations outside.
"Don't worry, Li Qiao will definitely gain a firm foothold in the Premier League."
Sousa patted Lorinda, "If you're really worried, go to England. Isn't there remote teaching now? Just come back during the exam."
Lorinda's heart moved, she really wanted to go to Liverpool.
Lorinda had an idea, "Dad, let's open the restaurant."
sweat.
"Daughter, do you know how much it costs to open a restaurant in England?"
Lorinda laughed and said, "It would be nice to take out the money you earned from Li Qiao."
"..."
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At the beginning of the second half, Liverpool made substitutions, Alonso replaced the old Haman, and Li Qiao replaced Garcia.
For the two newcomers, Liverpool fans only know that their worth is not low, both of which are over tens of millions of pounds. As for other things, they are not very clear.
Kigan still used the same tactics, defending and counterattacking, putting Anelka at the top, and letting him threaten Liverpool's goal.
Facing the iron barrel formation, it is very difficult for Liverpool to penetrate in the middle, so Gerrard frequently threatens the opponent's goal with long shots, but England's national goal James is not so easy to deal with, unless the shot is very violent and the angle of the shot is very tricky, under normal circumstances they can't help him.
British football often sees two people running forward quickly, like a race, and this kind of British football, Manchester City is not afraid at all.
In the 76th minute of the game, Liverpool was helpless, with many long-range shots, but the fans could not see the hope of scoring.
Taking advantage of a dead ball, Benitez called Gerrard over, "Pass the ball to Alonso more, let him organize the offense, and you run more into the penalty area."
In other words, the formation became similar to 433, and Gerrard was pushed to the shadow forward position, and the effect of this change was not even expected by Benitez himself.
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The most prosperous era of the Spanish dynasty relied on Harvey, Iniesta, and Alonso. The possession and passing of these three people in the midfield are all top-notch.
After Alonso controls the ball, he is obviously different from his teammates. He will not pass the kind of pass that allows his teammates to grab it by himself. Spanish football must pass the ball to his feet.
"Alonso's technique is obviously much more delicate."
"Yes, he was the core of the midfield when he was at Real Sociedad."
At this moment, Alonso saw someone thrust forward from the corner of his eye, so he immediately sent the ball over. The moment Li Qiao received the ball, he obviously felt different. The feeling of Deco passing the ball came back. The ball was very comfortable. There was no need to adjust anything, just bring it forward.
Li Qiao took the ball forward, and Barosh asked for the ball, but Li Qiao didn't give it, because it seemed that there was a possibility of offside, so Li Qiao estimated the position of the goal, swiped back, and the ball flew towards the goal.
James threw the limit, but did not prevent the ball from entering the net, the ball...in!
Li Qiao rushed to the KOP stand. Li Qiao, who seldom cheered wantonly, was a little excited this time, and took off his jersey.
It is impossible for a goal to make the KOP diehards accept Li Qiao immediately, but this is the best start.
While applauding, Benitez rejoiced that he had made the right bet. Appointing a newcomer under such a stressful situation was actually a gamble, and he might fail miserably.
The 1-1 boosted Liverpool's morale. Alonso's pass was very accurate. In the 87th minute, he made a long pass to Gerrard. At this time, the Jie team was basically using the center forward.
After receiving a pass from Alonso, Gerrard took a kick and the ball pierced James' goal again.
2:1.
Liverpool overtook.
Gerrard rushed to the KOP stands, and the cheers he received were obviously completely different from that of Li Qiao just now.
This is the charm of the team soul, Li Qiao looked a little envious, and hoped that one day, he could also rule the world before the KOP.
In stoppage time, Manchester City's already demoralized defense made another mistake, and Cisse seized the opportunity to score another one. In the end, Liverpool won the game 3-1 and won their first home win of the new season.
After the game, Benitez was still very calm. This is the characteristic of the Spaniard. In the few years in the Premier League, he did not have Mourinho's outspokenness, nor did he imprint himself on the team like Ferguson and Wenger. He is unknown, but he is the famous Spanish coach who won the Champions League for Liverpool.
He patted Gerrard, patted Alonso, then patted Li Qiao.
"Good job."
"Thank you for your trust, Chief."
Benitez smiled, "It's useless for me to trust you, the important thing is the fans."
He pointed to Gerrard who was singing with the fans in front of the KOP stand in the distance, "The only way to win here is to win that stand."
Li Qiao nodded with a smile.
But the question is how many goals does it take to earn the adoration of that diehard?
Li Qiao didn't know, but he wanted to try it.
(End of this chapter)