Midfielder Ruler

The score in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League semi-finals in the 2013-2014 season was 0:0 at the Calderon Stadium. Atletico Madrid drew with Chelsea at home, but the two teams were best at defensive counterattacks, so they did not score a goal. Not surprisingly.

Therefore, the first leg of the Champions League semi-finals played at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium the next day attracted everyone's attention.

Real Madrid has been on the offensive this season, especially in the Champions League, ranking first in goals scored, while Bayern Munich is the team with the second most goals in the semi-finals.

The team with the most goals and the team with the second most goals meet in the semi-finals. The process will definitely not be boring.

There is still an hour before the start of the game, and the Bernabeu Stadium, which is covered with the Champions League five-star logo, is already full.

Looking around, everything is white.

Of course, you can still see a red square of Bayern fans at the far end of the stadium, but compared to the white square of Real Madrid fans, it is like an ark in the vast ocean and can be completely ignored.

Despite this, Bayern fans are still happy to cheer for the visiting team Bayern.

During the warm-up period, Tang Zheng did not have any communication with the Bayern players, and the Bayern players did not 'reminisce' with Tang Zheng, because in the hearts of many Bayern players, Tang Zheng is like a curse that can never be broken.

As time passed slowly, the Bayern players who showed confidence before the game gradually felt the pressure.

But this pressure does not come from the fanatical atmosphere of the Bernabeu Stadium, but from 'Bayern's nemesis' Tang Zheng.

Not long after, the players from both sides came out of their respective locker rooms, and then gathered at the entrance of the tunnel. The close-up shots of the on-site director followed in time, from the panoramic shot of the Bernabeu Stadium to the close-ups of the players in the tunnel.

There is no doubt that Cristiano Ronaldo, who has returned from injury, and Tang Zheng, who has been in hot form recently, are the focus of the on-site director's attention.

In addition, Bayern Munich's Ribery, Robben and Neuer are also targets for capture.

In the broadcast, Tang Zheng gave a simple high-five to his teammates and then walked towards the Bayern players on the right side of the tunnel. As a former Dortmund player and now a Real Madrid player, he had enough reasons to welcome the players of his opponent Bayern.

Tang Zheng was the first to go to Neuer, the nearest goalkeeper. He raised his right arm and held Neuer's outstretched right hand, smiling: "Manuel, are you ready to pick up the ball in the goal?"

Neuer gave Tang Zheng a roll of his eyes.

But his tone did not fall behind, he said: "Come here."

"Haha." Tang Zheng laughed and walked towards Robben, Ribery, and then Lahm.

Central 5 commentator He Wei smiled and said: "Tang Zheng is still very host-like and takes the initiative to welcome the visiting Bayern players."

At this point, he suddenly changed his tone: "But Tang Zheng said something to the Bayern players. We can analyze it based on the reactions of the Bayern players..."

At the same time, other players also interacted with each other.

Although Khedira did not enter the starting lineup, he was included in the 18-man match roster. As he walked to the home team's bench off the field, he shook hands with his national team teammates one by one.

Moreover, the two teams are both long-established stars. They always exchange a few words with each other before the game, saying hello and relieving the tense mood at the same time.

Commentators with good things are paying more attention to Tang Zheng and Bayern right back Rafinha. The two had a conflict when Rafinha played for Schalke 04, so...

In the blink of an eye, Swedish referee Eriksson led the referee team and two players from the player tunnel to the stadium, while the Bernabeu stadium broadcast simultaneously sounded the classic Champions League theme song "-League_"

Tang Zheng's blood boils every time he hears this song, which is full of religious praises, and he has endless energy in his body. Therefore, Tang Zheng's performance in the Champions League is better than that in the domestic league.

The 2012-2013 season is the best proof, with double 20+ goals in the Bundesliga, and the number of goals scored in the Champions League even tied the single-season scoring record of 14 goals in the Champions League held by AC Milan legends and Messi.

However, this record is likely to be broken by the comeback Cristiano Ronaldo. He has scored 13 goals so far. He can easily break the record as long as he scores two goals in the two semi-finals...

Closer to home, after a series of necessary steps before the game, the two sides settled into half-time, waiting for the opening whistle of the first leg of the Champions League semi-finals from Eriksen, the referee on duty.

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"Beep~"

With the whistle of the referee Eriksen on duty, the first leg of the UEFA Champions League semi-finals of the 2013-2014 season between Real Madrid and Bayern Munich was officially announced.

Mandzukic, who took the first kick, handed it to Robben, who quickly handed it to Toni Kroos. The Bayern players dispersed and moved according to the strict tactics of head coach Guardiola before the game.

The Champions League has reached the semi-finals. Whether it is against Real Madrid or Bayern, they cannot afford to lose, so the aspect that both sides pay more attention to is defense.

Of course, this does not mean that the core strength of both sides is on defense, but that the offense at the beginning of the game is mainly probing.

Guardiola is coaching Bayern Munich in his first season. His tactical concepts have not been fully integrated with the team, and there will always be some gaps in execution. In addition, Tang Zheng and Cristiano Ronaldo are on the Real Madrid attack line. , so much so that Guardiola and his coaching team had to be careful.

The two sides in the game are somewhat similar in formation, both forming a four-two-three formation.

However, Real Madrid has made some changes in the use of midfielders. Compared with the two rounds of the quarter-finals, Tang Zheng no longer plays defensive midfield partner Xavi Alonso, but Modric, so Guardiola's The team chose to attack tentatively at the beginning of the game.

Ancelotti's core tactics followed former Real Madrid coach Mourinho's quick counterattack. The offense was not in a hurry, focusing on defense, and then the three organizational midfielders looked for counterattack opportunities.

Xabi Alonso, Modric and Tang Zheng are all midfielders with extremely accurate long passes. As long as there is a chance, the two wingers Cristiano Ronaldo and Di Maria can attack Bayern Munich with their speed. Two wings.

Obviously, Guardiola is most worried about Real Madrid's quick counterattack tactics, so the number of pressings on the two wings is greatly limited, and both sides cannot press at the same time.

There was no actual attack between the two sides in the game, and the commentator in the on-site commentary box began to explain the historical battles between the two sides.

Real Madrid and Bayern have met fifteen times in the Champions League, tying the record held by Barcelona and AC Milan. In the Champions League semi-final rankings, Real Madrid tops the list with 50 games, followed by Bayern with 31 games.

Real Madrid has been undefeated at home in the Champions League for 17 consecutive games, so the Spanish media are very optimistic about Real Madrid's Champions League journey this season. The last time they lost was in the Champions League semi-finals of the 2010-2011 season.

After several tentative attacks, it was only in the fifth minute of the game that both sides contributed their first shot that hit the goal range.

Robben cut in from the right and returned to the center. Toni Kroos made a slight adjustment with his left foot in front of the penalty area and shot directly from a long distance. However, his shot hit Ramos and was slowed down. The football was blocked by Casili who was well positioned. Yas directly held him in his arms.

Two minutes later, Tang Zheng made a direct cross from the right wing of the attack at a 45-degree angle. Cristiano Ronaldo, who was on the left side of the penalty area, beat Boateng to complete the header. The football missed the goal post slightly, causing a burst of regret at the Bernabeu Stadium. Voice: "Oh oh oh——"

In the blink of an eye, in the past ten minutes of the game, guest Bayern Munich led Real Madrid with 56% ball possession rate and 46%. However, considering that most of Bayern Munich's ball possession time is concentrated in the midfield and backcourt, not many Real Madrid fans are worried.

Guardiola's football philosophy is to control the football, find the space created by the frontcourt teammates with continuous cross passes and back passes, and then give a fatal pass.

But Bayern Munich is not Barcelona. There is no Xavi, no Iniesta, and no Messi...

British Sky commentator Andy Gray commented: "The game was obviously affected by the Champions League semi-finals that ended at the Calderon Stadium last night. Both sides did not invest too much offensive force, but in the end the team that decided to advance to the final needed 180 It is very unrealistic to decide the winner in ten or ninety minutes, so the fans sitting in front of the TV need some patience..."

During the conversation, Toni Kroos took a corner kick on the right side of the attack. Bastian Schweinsteiger beat Xabi Alonso nine meters in front of the goal to complete the header. The ball bounced off the ground and was well selected. Casillas in his arms.

Guardiola, standing in front of the away team's coaching bench, looked up to the sky and sighed. He knew the huge benefits if Schweinsteiger scored with a header.

But...what a pity.

Ancelotti did not yell from the sidelines, and the team had no problem defending the corner kick. Bastian Schweinsteiger was right to grab the spot, but he also failed to exert power under the interference of Xabi Alonso.

As long as the defense doesn't miss anyone, nothing is a problem.

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In the corner where no one noticed, Atletico Madrid head coach Simeone looked thoughtfully at Tang Zheng moving left and right near the center circle.

Logically speaking, Tang Zheng should be more active in the 30-meter area in the attacking third, but during this period he returned to the defensive midfield position, forcing Xabi Alonso and Modric to retreat accordingly or location premise.

The problem caused by Tang Zheng's retreat is very obvious, that is, Bayern dominates the rhythm of the game.

Guardiola didn't notice anything. He followed his own philosophy. Tiki-Taka uses various triangle passes to win offensive space, so it is normal to maintain control of the football in continuous triangle passes.

Immediately, the on-site director gave Guardiola a close-up shot of him holding his stubble-covered chin, looking confident.

On the contrary, as time passed, Ancelotti became less calm.

Football matches are changing rapidly, and Bayern's offense is becoming more and more fierce.

In the 19th minute, Bayern Munich's offense developed from the center to the right, because a series of previous preparations allowed right back Rafinha to win ample crossing opportunities.

Rafinha completed the cross with almost no one marking him. Mandzukic defeated Ramos in the process of retreating and headed the ball back to Toni Kroos who followed up and outflanked him in the middle.

Fortunately, Pepe moved very quickly. Toni Kroos' semi-volley hit Pepe and the football bounced back to the front of the penalty area.

Modric blocked Bastian Schweinsteiger in advance and then handed it over to Xabi Alonso. Real Madrid switched from defense to offense.

Tang Zheng immediately stepped forward to respond. At the same time, his running position was different from before. He did not run to the middle, but to the left.

Cristiano Ronaldo had an exchange with Tang Zheng in terms of movement, and he came to the middle.

Xabi Alonso looked up and kicked the ball directly to Tang Zheng who was running forward along the left sideline.

Lahm and Robben made eye contact while defending. The former retreated along the center, while Robben used his excellent speed to chase Tang Zheng who was receiving the ball.

Tang Zheng was very fast, but there was still a slight gap compared to Robben. In addition, he had the ball at his feet, so he was caught up by Robben after he passed the halfway line.

But this result was expected, so Tang Zheng was not surprised. On the contrary, when Robben caught up, he slammed the ball back with his left foot, forcing Robben to brake suddenly on the spot.

By the time Robben braked suddenly, Tang Zheng had already handed the ball to Cristiano Ronaldo, who was attacking on the left flank.

Lahm's choice just now was very correct. He turned around in front of Cristiano Ronaldo to prevent Cristiano Ronaldo from accelerating.

However, Cristiano Ronaldo had no intention of accelerating the breakthrough. He paused with his right foot on the football.

"Be careful Tang——"

Lahm, who was guarding Cristiano Ronaldo head-on, noticed from the corner of his eye that Tang Zheng was accelerating along the sideline, while Robben, who was chasing after him, was squatting on the spot.

Obviously, Ram's reminder was too late.

Because Tang Zheng has fully accelerated, and Robben still needs to start the process.

Although Rafinha had noticed Tang Zheng a long time ago, his speed was completely incomparable to Tang Zheng's, and he didn't even pull someone behind him.

At this moment, Cristiano Ronaldo suddenly made a direct pass and attacked the left rib. Ram reminded him that it was too late to stretch his legs...

The football passed between Lahm's legs and then rolled against the turf into the space between Rafinha and central defender Dante.

"Nice pass!"

It could be seen from the broadcast that the football was heading towards Tang Zheng's running route, so He Wei, the commentator of CC5, shouted loudly.

Cristiano Ronaldo not only has superb shooting skills, but also passes the ball very accurately. Tang Zheng, who was running at high speed, took the ball forward and then turned to look at the penalty area.

According to the counterattack arrangement before the game, Tang Zheng made a quick low pass with his left foot and passed the ball into the penalty area. Dante, who subconsciously fell to the ground to tackle, did not tackle the football. Boateng, who was following Benzema in the middle, saw the football coming at high speed. Rolling over, his body instinctively fell to the ground to intercept, but Tang Zheng's passing speed was too fast, and the football accelerated on the wet grass, so the football missed...

Immediately, the Real Madrid fans at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium went crazy and burst out with deafening shouts: "Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa"

Benzema, who was completely unmarked, did not need to make any adjustments, because Tang Zheng's left-foot cross pass was very accurate. What Benzema needed to do was very simple, that is, extend his right foot and change the direction of the football.

In the fanatical atmosphere, Benzema stretched out his right foot and kicked the football towards the lower right corner of the goal.

It took time for goalkeeper Neuer to move from the near end to the far end, but Benzema didn't give him time. By the time he made the save, it was already too late, and the football hit the snow-white net first...