Midfielder Ruler

In the past ten minutes of the game, Real Madrid had an advantage in possession of the ball but no advantage in the situation of the game. Once their possession entered the Atletico Madrid defensive half, they would be under tremendous pressure, and even made mistakes in passing and receiving.

Fortunately, Tang Zheng did not focus on offense and often stood in a favorable position when Atletico Madrid switched from defense to offense, forcing Atletico Madrid to quickly counterattack into a positional attack.

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti stood there with a frown on his face and his brows were tense all the time. Before the game, he thought about the impact that Xavi Alonso's absence would have on the team, but he really didn't expect that the impact would be so big.

In the past season, whether it was Modric or Khedira, they were more like Xavi Alonso's deputies. Now they are somewhat unaccustomed to playing the leading role in the Champions League final and cannot take on the big responsibility.

Fortunately, Tang Zheng has a strong sense of responsibility and chose to focus on defense rather than offense after realizing that the situation was not right. Otherwise, Atletico Madrid would most likely be the first to break the deadlock.

"What should we do?" Ancelotti put his hands in his pockets and paced back and forth in front of the visiting team's coaching bench. After thinking for a long time, he stood still and looked at the court: "Should we allow this situation to continue?"

At this moment, Juanfran, who was in possession of the ball in Atletico Madrid's backcourt, suddenly kicked the ball out of the sideline.

"what's the situation?"

Ancelotti looked confused, but the referee Kuppers was not confused. He turned and ran towards Diego Tista who was sitting in Real Madrid's defensive half.

Atletico Madrid coach Simeone saw Diego Costa shaking his head helplessly. He realized that the part he was most worried about before the game finally appeared, so he turned around and shouted to Adrian on the bench to signal. He quickly changed his jersey and came on as a substitute.

The close-up shot of the on-site director was immediately shown. Central 5 commentator He Wei sighed: "Diego Costa, who made a miraculous comeback before the game, still has hidden dangers in his body and cannot continue to play. This pair of Atletico Madrid The technical and tactical impact is very big, but it is a good thing for Real Madrid, their defense no longer needs to withstand the test of Diego Costa."

Although Diego Costa was unable to persist in the game, it did not have a great impact on Atletico Madrid's tactics. Before the game, Simeone obviously thought that Diego Costa, who had made a temporary comeback, might not be able to persist in the entire game.

In the last round of La Liga this season, Diego Costa had already suffered a muscle injury and was substituted. Therefore, it is normal for another muscle injury to occur in the Champions League final a week later and unable to continue the game.

Diego Costa looked very disappointed when he was substituted. He knew that he would not have many chances to follow the team to the Champions League final in his career, and it might even be the only time in his career, so he left the field side by side with the team doctor. He lowered his head and his eyes were still full of tears.

Atletico Madrid fans did not blame Diego Costa, but also applauded the warrior who played with injuries.

Head coach Simeone even gave Diego Costa a big hug and thanked Diego Costa for his hard work for the team.

Many media said that Atletico Madrid was able to defeat Real Madrid and Barcelona to win the league championship because of Simeone. In fact, Simeone knew that the team was able to win the league championship to a large extent because of Diego Costa’s passion, which changed the entire team. momentum.

It is a pity that Diego Costa cannot continue to play, otherwise this game is likely to be the first to break the deadlock.

The loss of Diego Costa has a very high tactical impact on Atletico Madrid. Their pressure in the midfield and frontcourt is no longer as fierce as before, because neither David Villa nor Adrian are that aggressive. forward player.

Real Madrid's backcourt players no longer feel so much pressure as Diego Costa comes off the court, so Modric and Khedira's role in the defensive midfielder position is gradually reflected.

However, Atletico Madrid's midfield line is very aggressive. Each of the four midfielders has outstanding physical fitness and does not hesitate to use physical strength. The defense line is a bit strong in advance, which reduces the living space of Real Madrid's midfielders and frontcourt players, so Atletico Madrid still has the advantage in the game.

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In the 18th minute, Atletico Madrid switched from defense to offense and burned the battle into the Real Madrid half through patient passes. Adrian, who came on as substitute for Diego Costa, beat Ramos who was retreating and headed the ball back. Raul Garcia, who appeared at the penalty spot, knocked the ball away due to interference from Tang Zheng, shocking Real Madrid fans into a cold sweat.

Tang Zheng also heaved a sigh of relief. Khedira was supposed to be playing in place of Xavi Alonso in that position just now, but Khedira was attracted by Koke, so that Raul Garcia at the penalty spot It was almost unmarked. Fortunately, my premonition was correct, otherwise Atletico Madrid players would have an easy chance to kick off the ball in this position, and they would have guessed the result even if they thought about it with their toes.

Ancelotti took advantage of the time between Casillas' goal kicks to pull Cristiano Ronaldo near the coach's command area and say a few words.

Immediately, Cristiano Ronaldo ran towards Tang Zheng again, and at the same time made a tactical adjustment gesture to Modric and Khedira that he only understood.

The on-site director had a keen sense of smell and keenly captured the changes on the sidelines. Central 5 commentator He Wei raised his eyebrows and said: "Ancelotti explained a few words to Cristiano Ronaldo, and then made a tactical statement with Modric and Khedira. Gesture, adjust midfield position, or?"

Obviously, He Wei couldn't guess it and could only wait until the game restarted to draw conclusions based on the changes.

It turns out that Ancelotti's adjustment was to swap positions between Tang Zheng and Modric.

He Wei changed his voice and said in a deep voice: "Ancelotti chose a relatively safe way of playing, letting Tang Zheng, who is in the most stable form, serve as the defensive midfielder, and Modric plays as an attacking midfielder. Perhaps the defensive quality will be enhanced. , but the offense is likely to be greatly suppressed. Modric is not far behind Tang Zheng at the technical level, but his body, strength, confrontation and rhythm control are still slightly behind. But then again, the final is a guaranteed win. Negative, be careful when sailing the ten-thousand-year-old ship..."

Real Madrid's problems with Tang Zheng's retreating position are obvious. Cristiano Ronaldo is left alone in the frontcourt. Benzema, Di Maria and Modric all find it difficult to pass good balls to him, so the situation is completely under control. On Atletico Madrid.

Of course, Real Madrid also has a good offense.

However, what is worrying is that Tang Zheng is present in Real Madrid's high-quality offense. His immediate handling of the ball and long-range shots pose a huge threat to Courtois' goal. However, there are dedicated Atletico Madrid players. interfere with him.

In order to ensure that there would be no mistakes in the transition from offense to defense, Tang Zheng did not dare to fully participate in the attack.

When Real Madrid is attacking, Tang Zheng is more of a metronome, transition or long pass transfer. The passing of threatening balls is mostly completed by Modric.

Modric has comprehensive abilities, but is weak in physical confrontation, and Atletico Madrid's midfield four emphasize physical confrontation. Many times, Modric chooses to pass the ball prematurely in order to avoid physical confrontation.

Perhaps the effect of one kick in high-level competition is very good, but the effect of this game is not good for Atletico Madrid, because Cristiano Ronaldo, Benzema and Di Maria all have their backs to the goal.

It is difficult to turn around when receiving a kick with your back to the goal. Even if you can turn around, Atletico Madrid players are already in position, and the second offensive unit of Real Madrid players is interfered by Atletico Madrid players, so the offensive space in the midfield and frontcourt is very limited, and football must not Not returning to the midfield to take control.

The football was controlled, but the best offensive opportunities were lost.

High-level competitions are often fluid, and time passes surprisingly quickly.

In the blink of an eye, thirty minutes have passed in the first half, and the score is still 0:0, but the offensive and defensive speed of both sides of the game changes very quickly, and the game has ups and downs, and the audience is hooked.

One minute later, Tang Zheng defended the Portuguese international Thiago in the middle who suddenly grabbed the ball, and then rushed in front of Gabi's defense and completed a through ball with his left foot that was more than 30 meters away.

Unfortunately, Cristiano Ronaldo, who received the ball and forced his way into the left rib of the penalty area, volleyed with his left foot and missed the goal post, shocking Atletico Madrid fans into a cold sweat.

The game was thrilling, and the neutral fans really enjoyed it, but those die-hard fans who stood firm suffered a lot. The team was just as full of expectations when attacking as the neutral fans were. It was fun to watch, but they were a little worried when it came to defense.

The on-site director frequently showed slow-motion replays. At the moment when each wasted an opportunity, the supporters held their heads in pain, as if they were wasting an excellent opportunity.

At this time, Ancelotti and Simeone were extremely nervous, worried about what would happen to the team's defense.

Continuous fast-paced transitions will quickly consume players' mental energy, causing tense nerves to easily wander away at a certain moment.

In the 36th minute, Atletico Madrid's offense shifted from the center to the right rib. Juanfran received Koke's pass and passed directly without making any adjustments.

Varane, who has a height advantage, overpowered Adrian and pushed the ball over the baseline, giving Atletico Madrid a corner kick.

Real Madrid defended the corner kick, and former forward players including Cristiano Ronaldo and Benzema returned to the penalty area to help defend. After all, Atletico Madrid has many tall players.

The lion also used its full strength to beat the rabbit, not to mention Atletico Madrid's ability to score from set pieces.

Tang Zheng did not choose who to mark specifically. In the team's corner kick defensive tactics, Tang Zheng also had a very free position because he judged the ball's placement very accurately. As long as he selected the right position, the control of the ball would basically fall on him.

Atletico Madrid captain Gabi took a corner kick from the right, and the ball landed just within Tang Zheng's control. He raised his arms to hold Raul Garcia and Miranda, slightly touched his toes, flicked his neck, and passed the ball. Cleared out of the penalty area.

"Get out of the restricted area quickly!"

After completing the header to clear the ball, Tang Zheng shouted to his teammates to quickly press out of the penalty area and cause offside.

Real Madrid players only followed Tang Zheng's lead when defending corner kicks, so Tang Zheng's command was always answered.

During Atletico Madrid's corner kick attack, Juanfran was standing on the right side of the penalty area, which is the left rib of Real Madrid's defense. Juanfran naturally raised his arms and pushed the football pushed out by Tang Zheng back into the penalty area.

Tang Zheng quickly pressed forward with his back to the goal. He was helpless against Juanfran's header and could only rely on the defenders. At the same time, his eyes followed the trajectory of the football towards the penalty area.

Miranda and Adrian, who were originally in an offside position, did not move. Only Godin, who followed Khedira on the alert and ran back, turned and ran to the left side of the small penalty area.

Khedira's reaction was a little too slow. He lost the opportunity and did not rush. Instead, he leaned against Godin and took off at the same time.

Godin is obviously better than Khedira in judging the ball's placement and positioning, so Godin still hit the ball despite Khedira's interference, and he also successfully headed the ball towards the goal.

Although Khedira did not hit the ball, he did not panic knowing that there was goalkeeper Casillas behind him.

At the same time, the Real Madrid players who were looking towards the goal were panicked.

Very panic!

"Oops!"

Tang Zheng's pupils shrank suddenly and he subconsciously held his head with both hands.

Casillas, who should have been standing on the goal line, chose to abandon the goal when Khedira leaned on Godin, and the timing of his attack was obviously very bad.

Casillas was also aware of this, so he retreated the moment Khedira and Godin took off.

You must know that the taboo of abandoning the goal is to come out halfway and then retreat, and Godin's header just followed the parabola towards the far corner of the goal.

"Oh oh oh——"

The Real Madrid fans in the stands were extremely worried and subconsciously let out huge exclamations.

While retreating, Casillas realized that his wingspan could not reach the football, so he ran back as hard as he could, then threw himself towards the goal, extending his left arm to block the ball.

But unfortunately, Adrian, who came on as a substitute, was very alert, and the football shot by Casillas hit Adrian and bounced into the goal.

However, the moment Casillas blocked the football, the baseline referee had already raised his flag, indicating that the football as a whole had crossed the goal line.

"Ouch-ouch——"

Suddenly, the Atletico Madrid fans at the Stadium of Light were excited and burst into deafening shouts.

You must know that Atletico Madrid's regular attacks in the past have not scored, but this time Godin's unintentional header went past Casillas, who was guarding the goal.

Godin was extremely excited after scoring the goal. He has performed stably this season and stood up at the team's critical moment to use his header ability to turn the tide.

Atletico Madrid's visit to Camp Nou in the last round of La Liga this season relied on Godin's header to equalize the score. In the end, Atletico Madrid also relied on a point gained in the away game to beat Real Madrid and win the 2013-2014 La Liga championship.

"Godin! It's Godin again!" He Wei, the CCTV commentator, had to remain neutral at this time and shouted: "He took advantage of the cooperation between Khedira and Casillas in the 37th minute of the game. A mistake and the ball was lobbed into the far corner of the goal! Atletico Madrid leads Real Madrid 1:0!"

Godin fell directly in front of the right corner of the attack, letting his teammates pile on him.

Head coach Simeone even raised his arms in a provocative manner. Wearing a black suit, he did not forget to incite a fanatical atmosphere at the scene.

Immediately, the broadcast screen showed Casillas, Tang Zheng, Cristiano Ronaldo and other Real Madrid players who made mistakes.

Maybe they thought that the team would concede the ball, but they really didn't expect that the way it conceded the ball would be so useless...