Super Marshal

The Sebena training base, which had been quiet for a few days due to the national team competition, became lively again.

Taking advantage of the absence of many international players, Gao Han and the coaching staff organized all the remaining players to train. At the same time, they also transferred several players from the youth team in the venue next door to play a dozen internal group games.

From the beginning to the end, Gao Han just stood on the sidelines and watched, discussing something with Cantarero next to him from time to time, leaving the training and internal group confrontations to Tuchel.

It wasn't until the match was over that Gao Han came over to summarize a few words with the players.

But when the team was disbanded, Marcelo was retained by Gao Han.

"Go take a shower and change clothes first, then come back to my office."

Marcelo's face was full of astonishment, as if a student who made a mistake was called to the office by the teacher to be punished.

He is not stupid, he understands the environment and situation he faces, and he also knows that after he came to Europe, whether he was in Real Madrid or Bayern Munich, his performance was problematic.

On the offensive side, he did a good job, but it was not enough to get him a foothold in the European first team, because his weak defense would have wiped out all his offensive performance.

This was the case before at Real Madrid.

Could it be the same at Bayern Munich?

Marcelo was a little scared, because he knew that Gao Han was famous. Before, he could become famous because of being selected by Gao Han, but now he could also lose everything because of being abandoned by Gao Han.

After returning to the locker room in a daze, taking a shower and changing clothes, the Brazilian bravely came to Gao Han's office.

At this time, Gao Han was sitting on the sofa, looking at the TV on the opposite wall, which was playing the game video highlights.

Hearing Marcelo's knock on the door, Gao Han turned his head, saw him, and waved for him to come in and sit down.

"These are some game videos I asked the technical department to edit from the time you joined the team until now." Gao Han smiled and took the initiative to reveal the mystery, which made the atmosphere of the conversation much more relaxed.

At the very least, Marcelo's inner nervousness was relieved and he concentrated on watching the game highlights.

"Look carefully, do you find any problems in your defense?"

After listening to Gao Han's words, Marcelo immediately realized that this collection was about his defense. He was smart and suddenly realized that this was a defensive issue that the head coach wanted to discuss with him.

In an instant, his heart, which had been hanging in his throat, was completely relieved.

It turns out that the head coach hasn't given up on himself yet.

Heaving a heavy breath, Marcelo focused on watching the game video again.

Not to mention, he usually doesn't feel anything, but if so many defensive clips from training and games are edited together, he really feels like there is something wrong, and it is still a serious problem.

That is, the probability of him being passed directly is very high.

It can even be said that whenever he is one-on-one, he will be passed over.

This makes the Brazilian feel a little ashamed, because the probability of him passing someone on the offensive end is not high. This is so embarrassing.

Therefore, when he saw the back, he almost couldn't help but cover his face.

Gao Han also noticed Marcelo's actions and felt funny in his heart. It was obvious that this was also a very energetic boy.

However, this is a good thing, Gao Han likes such energetic players.

The reason is very simple. If you are determined and unwilling to be inferior to others, you will work hard to improve yourself.

Although they may not be able to see clearly what their problems are for the time being, and may even be embarrassed during the game, it doesn't matter. Slowly, they will use their progress to prove their strength.

"Don't cover your face. Everyone who should see it has already seen it. There's no point in covering it up." Gao Han chuckled.

Marcelo had no choice but to put down his hands, "Boss, I..."

He really wanted to find some reasons and excuses for himself, but he still couldn't find them.

As a defender, he can't even do the most basic defense well. Is there any reason?

Gao Han didn't say anything, but looked at him silently, waiting for the reasons and explanations he gave.

But Marcelo hesitated for a moment, and finally shook his head and said: "Okay, I admit it, boss, my defense is really bad."

Gao Han chuckled again, as long as he didn't make excuses, at least he was willing to admit his problems.

"To be honest, I like your offense very, very much. I can even tell you that as long as your defense can reach the level of a qualified defender in the top European leagues, then you will definitely be able to become the best offensive full-back in the world. ."

Marcelo was stunned by Gao Han's words.

Is this evaluation too high?

Even though Marcelo already had high expectations for himself and was praised by the media after joining Bayern Munich, he never thought that he could become the best in the world.

Especially when these words came from the mouth of the famous Gao Han.

But Gao Han was very serious because it was his true words.

The most basic ability of a defender is never to attack, but to defend.

Even full-backs like Roberto Carlos and Cafu, who are known for their offensive ability, their defensive ability can reach the level of qualified defenders, especially when they can concentrate on defending.

This summer, Daniel Alves, the right back who just transferred from Sevilla to Barcelona, ​​plays like a winger. He is typically strong in offense and weak in defense. Many people even seriously doubt whether he can still defend. ability.

But in fact, his defensive ability is not bad and fully meets the requirements of a top league defender. It's just that his offensive performance masks his average defensive performance.

But average here is relative to defenders in top leagues, but excellence on the offensive end is also relative to defenders in top leagues, and even offensive midfielders.

"Boss, tell me, what should I do?" Marcelo summoned his courage and asked.

He could see that Gao Han was not cheating, and he had no doubts about Gao Han's vision, so he began to want to meet Gao Han's requirements, and to reach the height that Gao Han said.

Gao Han did not answer, but pointed to the TV, "Look again and carefully, why are you being passed so easily when you are on defense, especially in one-on-one situations."

After saying that, Gao Han played the game highlights again.

Marcelo stared at the TV attentively, watching the defense again and again in the highlights. Gradually, he really discovered some clues, and as the highlights played, he finally saw his problem clearly.

"A kick, a kick, boss." Marcelo exclaimed.

Gao Han nodded, this was also discovered by Sergio Garcia's technical department after careful study.

"That's right, have you noticed that when you are defending one-on-one, you choose too many kicks, or should I say, you always want to steal the ball, but you ignore it, the opponent is always waiting. You make the move.”

In European football, there is an iron law when it comes to defense. You will never take a shot easily if you are not confident enough.

The reason why Cannavaro was criticized in his early years was because he liked to take shots too much. Although his success rate was good, once he failed, he was often easily exploited by his opponents.

The most direct impression of fans watching the game on TV is that this kid is too reckless, irritable and unreliable.

Marcelo's current problem is the same. His first reaction when defending is to grab the ball, which is not okay.

Of course, this has a lot to do with his growth in Brazil.

And Gao Han also knows very well that if you want him to quickly improve his defensive ability in a short period of time, there is no hope.

One bite cannot make you fat, and Rome was not built overnight.

"I have studied it with the coaching staff, and next I will strengthen the defense on the left from two aspects."

Marcelo nodded and listened carefully.

"First, I will ask my teammates to protect you more and help with defense. But on the court, you will definitely be directly impacted by the opponent, because everyone knows that your side is our weakness and loophole."

Marcelo felt a little embarrassed. Boss, although this is true, can you not be so straightforward?

But he didn't dare to say this and nodded hurriedly.

"So, my second request to you is very simple. I don't need you to grab the ball, and I don't need you to do well. I only ask that you don't make moves easily when defending, and follow the inside of the opponent. , don’t let your opponent cut into the middle.”

"That's it?" Marcelo was a little surprised.

Gao Han smiled slightly, "Of course there are more, but this is the simplest and most basic. My idea is that you master this point first and meet the requirements, and then slowly learn other things. For example, I will focus on improving it in the future. Your blocking ability.”

Card position, this seems simple, but in fact it is not easy, because there are many factors to consider.

For example, how many players are involved in the offense around the opponent's ball carrier? How are their running routes? Even going one step further, what kind of cooperation methods will they adopt?

On your own side, after you are stuck in position, what kind of attack may your opponent take, and can your teammates follow up with help in time?

All of this requires the defender to judge the moment the position is blocked. This is an almost instinctive judgment.

"You have good physical fitness, excellent running ability, fast speed, flexible body, short stature, and certain fighting ability. These are your advantages. Therefore, I believe you should be able to achieve what I want for you. The first and most basic requirement." Gao Han encouraged with a smile.

Marcelo nodded solemnly, "Don't worry, boss, if you can't even meet such basic requirements, then I..."

"Don't say anything else. I don't want to hear what you say. I just want to see what you do." Gao Han didn't let him continue.

Marcelo understood Gao Han's good intentions, felt grateful, and nodded in agreement.

"To be honest, I know you like to attack, and so do I. The reason why I brought you in is because I value your offensive ability, but the premise is that your defensive ability must meet the requirements to avoid unnecessary mistakes."

"I understand, boss." Marcelo agreed sincerely.

"In the next few days, I will ask the coaching staff to arrange corresponding training for you, but it is a pity that Ribery and Robben are not here, otherwise..." At this point, Gao Han sighed.

Marcelo couldn't help but feel a chill in his back.

He still vaguely remembered that when he was in Real Madrid, he heard that Gao Han wanted to train Cristiano Ronaldo specially and asked the Portuguese not to be so showy, so he allowed the players on the team to do whatever he wanted when he got the ball. foul.

It is said that Cristiano Ronaldo was heartbroken for this.

Now the situation is reversed, using Robben and Ribery to ravage my poor child, wouldn't it mean that my fragile little heart...

Fortunately, the national team game is good, they are not here, good!

But just when Marcelo shouted that he was lucky, Gao Han suddenly nodded.

"Yeah, but it's okay. When they come back from the national team, I will arrange for them to take turns to train you."

Marcelo was stunned on the spot.

It's a blessing, not a curse, but it's a curse that cannot be avoided.

Oh my god, one is not enough, we have to take turns.

Someone will die, boss!