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Chapter 186 Robery + Muller + high center forward, this is Bayern at its peak [Please subscribe! 】

Heynckes was still surprised and troubled by Li Ang's decisive forward attack performance.

Mourinho didn't have so many feelings, he was just simply surprised!

There were so many tactical back-up arrangements. The only definite instruction he gave Li Ang in the first half was to let him lead Matuidi to stick to the center line.

It's just that under this instruction framework, he gave Li Ang more tactical freedom.

So to a certain extent, Mourinho probably guessed that Li Ang would give him some unique surprises, but he did not expect that the surprise would be so big!

From the clever adjustment of goal ideas on the defensive end to the bold counterattack on the offensive end to force a breakthrough against Martinez, Bayern's defense was in chaos.

Li Ang's offensive and defensive performance in the first ten minutes was perfect!

It is a pity that Li Ang's ability to attack independently is only limited to distributing the ball after breaking through.

If his teammates don't help him create a good long-range shooting space or overhead space, then his scoring methods are still relatively lacking.

"If in another season or two, Li Ang can improve his dribbling and shooting by one or two levels and have enough ability to score independently, then..."

When such thoughts flashed through his mind, Mourinho knew that he was a little too greedy, but he still couldn't control the thoughts from spreading in his heart.

Because of Li Ang's growth ability, there is really no way to prevent him from having such thoughts.

Three seasons ago, Li Ang could only defend and assist in organization.

But now Li Ang is already a very good offensive and defensive midfielder.

Who knows how far Li Ang will grow in one or two seasons? Mourinho is looking forward to this.

Karanka beside him didn't think so much.

The moment he saw his team's goal, Karanka and other members of the coaching staff rushed out of the bench and celebrated with excitement on the sidelines.

As a 100% Real Madrid man, I am also a veteran who created the Real Madrid dynasty at the beginning of the century.

Karanka certainly has plenty of reason to celebrate passionately at the moment.

Although it is still too early to say that the end of the game and Real Madrid's real victory, Karanka, who has already seen the hope of successfully defending the Champions League, still can't help himself.

It is already very rare to participate in the creation of a club's dynasty. After becoming a coach, you can also help Mourinho create a dynasty.

Once successful, Karanka will be engraved in the history of Real Madrid with a more important image!

Such a temptation was completely irresistible to Karanka, and his passion gradually calmed down under the comfort of Mourinho's smile.

At this moment, practicing together to calm down are all the Real Madrid players on the field.

After participating in the passionate celebration, Li Ang pointed his calm finger at his temple, and then said something loudly to his teammates.

Ronaldo then pressed his hands down, signaling to his teammates to continue to remain calm.

It also seemed like he was signaling to the Real Madrid fans at Wembley to follow suit and calm down first.

After all, they have experienced similar scenes many times since last season.

This is also the most valuable asset that competition experience brings to Real Madrid.

In an important game like this, when to celebrate and what kind of mentality to maintain after the celebration is a completely familiar process for them.

But at this moment, the Bayern Munich players don't seem to be particularly anxious.

From the backcourt to the frontcourt, this Bayern Munich team has players who have experienced the Champions League final loss in 2010 and the semifinal loss last year.

They also have a lot of experience in competitions, and compared to Dortmund, the most difficult opponent Real Madrid encountered in the Champions League this season.

This Bayern team has no experience of failure at all.

this point is very important.

Because compared to a younger team that is determined to make progress, a team that aims to win the championship in the end must be more able to withstand unexpected blows and have a calmer mentality.

The Real Madrid players, who had returned to their own half and settled down, looked at their opponents and really seemed to see themselves last season.

No one needs any additional reminders now. Real Madrid players who played in last season's Champions League semi-finals and finals all know that Bayern Munich will be difficult to beat tonight!

Heynckes was not slow at all in making tactical adjustments, and Kroos' position was further improved, moving from the center midfielder to almost the second forward position!

Heynckes' previous offensive tactics were more about letting Kroos distribute the ball reasonably and timely in the frontcourt, so as to create more space for Ribery and Robben to attack with the ball.

But Real Madrid's solid defense today left Bayern Munich's wings without enough space to rush forward.

So now Heynckes needs to adjust the direction of his attack.

Mandzukic, the Croatian high forward, has always acted as a fulcrum inside and outside the central penalty area.

But in fact, Mandzukic, who is now at the peak of his career, is not weak in scoring ability.

He only started 22 times in the Bundesliga, but contributed 15 goals and one assist. This firepower cannot be said to be weak in any way.

His header is more powerful than Gomez's, and his feet may seem rough, but it's enough for a center forward.

More importantly, the Croatian center is very strong in tough battles and has great stability.

He rarely scores two goals in a single game, so you can imagine how many opponents the Croatian center has broken with his fifteen goals in the league.

Originally, Heynckes wanted Mandzukic to take the blame.

If there are problems with Bayern Munich's performance in the first half of this final, then they will make offensive adjustments around Mandzukic in the second half.

But now it seems that this adjustment must be made in advance. Hex does not want to enter the halftime period with a score disadvantage, he wants to quickly equalize the goal!

At this moment, Mandzukic, who knew that he had assumed a major tactical responsibility, did not feel nervous, but instead felt excited!

Franck Ribery and Robben sent him crosses after rushing in from the wing. Kroos was also looking for opportunities to pass the ball to him behind him. He was full of confidence and was not afraid of Real Madrid's central defender combination!

After the game restarted, Pepe, who once again faced off against Mandzukic, quickly felt the mental and physical changes of the high forward in front of him.

Aggressive! The aggressiveness of this Croatian high forward has improved a lot compared to before!

Mourinho on the sidelines also quickly discovered Bayern Munich's adjustments in key offensive directions.

This made him feel a little nervous subconsciously.

It's not because Mandzukic's performance is so outstanding at the moment, but because he feels that Heynckes' tactical adjustment direction is correct.

If you want to say which coach has used the big center most proficiently and successfully in the cup, it is of course Mourinho himself.

Heynckes' previous approach of only using Manzukic as a fulcrum was actually a bit wrong, and Mourinho also felt very relieved about this.

Because the best way to use a big center in cup games, especially in cup finals, is not to be a tool man.

The most suitable position for such a center is to be used as a battering ram!

He doesn't have to be the main offensive focus, and he doesn't have to take a lot of shots.

But he can't just be a green leaf. When necessary, he must show his aggressiveness towards the opponent's defense and goal!

A battering ram, a battering ram, is most effective in its brutal impact.

It would be best if you could directly knock down the opponent's city gate.

But even if he couldn't break it, the other attackers who were ambushing around him could still take advantage of the situation and sneak into the enemy's castle that had been pried open!

Mourinho also joked with Karanka before, saying that the coach would not be able to use a high center this year.

But now Heynckes quietly slapped Mourinho back with his own tactical adjustments.

On the court, Mandzukic, who has gained more tactical leanings at this moment, also gave full play to his impact.

Using his strong body and confrontation ability, Mandzukic created more secondary threat offensive opportunities for Kroos behind him and Ribery and Robben who cut in from the wings.

No longer having to face Real Madrid's defense, Bayern's secondary attack cluster has been completely activated!

Upon seeing this, Li Ang called to Matuidi and directly returned to the front of his penalty area.

Especially in the rib area close to his own left, Li Ang personally took charge.

After all, Marcelo's defense is still a little bit worse. In terms of absolute speed, he may be able to keep up with Robben.

But in terms of explosive acceleration, he was a little uncomfortable being left behind by Robben.

Facing Robben, who was already on the verge of breaking out, Li Ang did not dare to be careless at all.

Of course he also knows that now that he is more inclined to defend on the left, Ribery, who is rushing in from the right, is also a difficult character.

Matuidi may not be able to help Arbeloa defend France's left winger.

But there is no way. If he has to choose one of the two, he can only limit the explosive Robben.

Because once Robben penetrates Marcelo and cuts inside Real Madrid's penalty area, his rub shot will be an absolute threat!

Li Ang didn't dare to bet on Robben's bad footwork today.

Of course, this defensive strategy is only temporary.

Li Ang needs Mourinho to give him more instructions on tactical adjustments. Under the current situation, he does not feel that continuing to stick to it is a good tactical strategy.

Li Ang thought that if he held on for another five or six minutes, Mourinho should be able to make tactical adjustments after thinking about it.

However, an unexpected arrival caught both Real Madrid and Bayern off guard.

Cross is injured.

In another sudden effort to fight for the ball, Cross suddenly stopped in the middle of his charge.

He jumped up on one foot, and after a few steps he sat down on the lawn with a look of pain on his face.

He Wei, who was in the live studio, immediately speculated whether Cross's previous muscle strain had not fully recovered.

“During the second half of the second-leg match against Paris Saint-Germain, Toni Kroos left the field early for treatment due to a strained thigh muscle.

Before the start of the final, some German media also asked Heynckes about Toni Kroos' injury. Heynckes was very optimistic at the time, saying that Kroos' muscle strain was just a minor problem.

But looking at it now, this small problem is likely to disrupt Bayern's tactical deployment in the first half! "

Director Zhang was already looking at Bayern's bench following the live broadcast camera, and he muttered:

"Mueller will definitely go ahead of time."

As soon as Director Zhang finished speaking, Bayern's assistant coach had already fired up Muller and asked him to go to the sidelines for an emergency warm-up.

Li Ang first calmed Cross's emotions, and after seeing that his injury problem was not serious, he trotted to the sidelines and asked Mourinho for a bottle of water.

"Do you want me to keep an eye on Mueller later?"

Li Ang took advantage of the break to drink water and asked Mourinho quickly.

After Mourinho thought about it again and again, he shook his head.

"Let Blaydes retreat and pay more attention to Mueller. I need you to attack more forward later."

Mourinho's meaning couldn't be more obvious. If Muller plays, Real Madrid will have to change their current style of play accordingly.

Just as Heynckes played the Mandzukic card in advance, Mourinho also wants to advance the timing of the rhythm.

Li Ang didn't say anything after hearing this, and simply nodded after filling up the water.

After Kroos came off the field to receive treatment and Muller came on the field with Heynckes' tactical instructions, Real Madrid's Karanka stood on the sidelines and made Mourinho's latest tactical adjustments.

Matuidi trailed behind to form a double defensive midfielder with Xavi Alonso, while Li Ang moved forward, almost pressing into the area where Schweinsteiger and Martinez were connected.

Ronaldo's position has been further improved, while Di Maria has moved inward.

But generally speaking, Real Madrid's formation at the moment has indeed become a four-three-three.

Such a signal of formation change is very simple in the eyes of Heynckes and Bayern Munich players.

"Come on, if we don't defend anymore, we will have an upright offensive battle with you!"

Even Li Ang had already reached Bayern's half, and Heynckes didn't believe that Mourinho was still setting off smoke bombs for him.

I feel a little excited, a little nervous, but mostly heroic!

Just as Mourinho has great faith in the Real Madrid he has built, Heynckes also has great faith in the Bayern Munich he has built.

Being invincible in your own division is also a kind of loneliness. The two strongest teams in the world meet and fight together. Wouldn't it be a pity if they don't use offense to determine the outcome?

At this moment, the one-goal gap seems to no longer exist in the eyes of the players from Real Madrid and Bayern.

Because they knew very well that once this confrontation started, it would not be a matter of one or two goals to determine the outcome.

To put it this way, it seems a bit disrespectful to the defensive players and goalkeepers of both teams.

But under the threat of two historical-level offensive lines, being unable to defend is the most normal situation. This is the reality.

The 33rd minute of the first half was the fourth minute after Thomas Muller came on as a substitute.

Bayern Munich played a very beautiful pass-and-run combination on the left side of Real Madrid's penalty area.

Ribery, who cut inside, received a cross from Ram, and then used a sudden through ball to find Mandzukic who was pulling to this side!

Mandzukic did not turn around in a hurry after getting the ball in the Real Madrid penalty area, but steadily controlled the ball with his back.

At this moment, the Real Madrid central defender marking Mandzukic became Ramos.

If it was outside the penalty area, Ramos would definitely end Bayern Munich's attack with a tactical foul.

But now in the penalty area, let alone a tactical foul, Ramos did not even dare to stretch his feet to intercept the ball, for fear that Mandzukic would give him a dive.

Muller was at the edge of Real Madrid's penalty area and suddenly moved forward. It seemed that he was going to cooperate with Mandzukic in passing and looking for a chance to shoot.

His forward drive took away Matuidi, and Mandzukic also passed the ball back again at this time!

Or Ribery!

The Croatian high forward's clear mind allowed him to make the most correct passing choice

At this moment, only Xavi Alonso and Ribery were left at the top of the Real Madrid penalty area, which was emptied by Muller.

Ribery didn't give Alonso a chance to grab the ball. He didn't even stop the ball and just chose to shoot from the top of the penalty area!

This was the most threatening shooting opportunity that Bayern Munich had in the first half, and there was chaos in Real Madrid's penalty area.

Li Ang will definitely not follow Robben at this time.

The moment Ribery shot, he moved into the penalty area, trying to prevent Bayern's players from grabbing two points.

However, he did not expect that this shot did not even directly threaten Casillas' defense.

Because in the middle of the football operation, a figure who did not know whether it was a Real Madrid or Bayern player intervened.

The football was originally flying towards the lower right corner of Real Madrid's goal. After being intervened by the kick that extended out midway, it turned and flew towards the upper left corner of Real Madrid's goal!

Casillas has already made the save at this moment, and there is no time to turn back abruptly!

Li Ang, who reacted the fastest, only had time to rush into his own goal immediately, then threw himself out and stretched his feet to try to hook the ball.

But the moment he hooked the ball, Li Ang actually saw that the football had crossed the goal line!

And this time the linesman, who was observing very carefully, immediately responded to the referee in the affirmative!

The goal is valid!

Bayern Munich successfully equalized the score in the first half!

Somewhat annoyed, Li Ang threw the football out of the goal.

Only now did he have time to see which Bayern player it was, and he took the most astute kick in the middle.

After seeing clearly the figure of Bayern No. 25 who was celebrating the most passionately, Li Ang could only helplessly shake his head.

"MD! As expected of you, Erba...you are so arrogant and funny!"

Yes, who else but Thomas Muller can appear in that position and extend the most suitable kick?

It's the Bayern Munich fans' turn to have fun at Wembley!

Li Ang got up from the ground and roared loudly again to encourage his teammates.

However, he still subconsciously took a few more glances at the Bayern players who were celebrating passionately.

Robery combination + high center + Muller.

This is Bayern Munich at its peak!