The biggest fanatic in football

Chapter 25 The Crushing First Half

Seeing Polo provoking in front of Guardiola, Conte immediately turned his head in the opposite direction to show that he was not familiar with him and to maintain a normal mind.

[Well, if nothing else, the players performed very well today.]

"This is an extremely fast-paced multiple offense and defense transition!"

Director Zhang Lu can finally start analyzing:

"This was originally an opportunity for Chelsea to attack, but Manchester City counterattacked. However, Walker's cross was cleared by Luiz, which turned it into an opportunity for Chelsea to counterattack. In just 30 seconds, the offense and defense reversed twice. This is the Premier League.

Unique rhythm!'

Zhan Jun smiled and nodded:

"The two sides are going back and forth, and it looks like they are going to have a fierce battle. The audience who stayed up late to watch the game will definitely not feel sleepy!

The camera reluctantly moved away from Li Polo and Guardiola and turned to the spectator area of ​​the stands.

Surrounded by tens of thousands of Manchester City fans, a few familiar faces attracted special attention. Zhan Jun raised his eyebrows:

"It seems that the attention of this game is indeed very high. Manchester United's current coach Mourinho and England national team coach Southgate have all come to the scene. Oh, Ferguson, who has retired for four years, also came to the scene to watch his rivals from the same city.

It’s rare to see a competition like this!”

Zhang Lu said with a smile:

"The pressure on Guardiola

It must be much bigger than Conte!"

Guardiola's expression remains calm, but his visits to the command area have obviously become more frequent.

He asked the players on the field to speed up the passing and cutting of the ball without delaying the opportunity. At the same time, they should strengthen the pressing from the forward line to improve the efficiency of counterattack.

But what dissatisfied him was that neither Aguero nor Jesus seemed to be particularly active in pressing forward.

It wasn't until the 15th minute that Aguero received De Bruyne's pass and completed Manchester City's first shot of the game.

Unfortunately, his shot was too hasty and flew directly to the second floor of the stands.

Sterling, who was sitting on the bench, patted his thigh and whispered:

"This level of shooting is even good for me!"

Manchester City's ball boy did not waste time. Courtois quickly took the goal kick. Lee Polo resisted Fernandinho in the frontcourt, completed his role as a bridgehead, and gave the ball to the ball.

Pedro on the left.

The Sabers, who also missed the first round of the league, are now full of firepower. After receiving the ball, they forcefully broke through Stones' defense and completed a powerful shot before Kompany blocked it!

Unfortunately, the angle of his shot was too good and was shot out by Ederson with both hands.

The football spun and flew out of the penalty area, landing far at the feet of William who was following up from the right.

Sane, who was supposed to retreat... still didn't cover up in place.

William didn't even make any observations and directly dribbled the ball back into the penalty area!

Otamendi had to pull up the side to defend, but William chose to fake a sudden pass!

[I knew it would be like this!]

Otamendi watched helplessly as William drew an arc with the arch of his foot, spun around his shoulder and flew towards the door.

[As long as you raise your arm, you can block this cross!]

Such a terrible idea even popped into his mind!

Fortunately, the Argentine defender restrained his left hand and let the football fly by.

Then he turned slightly sideways and glanced at what was happening behind him with his peripheral vision.

Lee Polo had already blocked his position with his body. Manchester City captain Kompany even pressed his shoulders with both hands, but he still couldn't stop him from completing the final sprint to the top of the penalty area!

"Whoosh!"

Facing this close header bombardment, although Ederson reacted, he completely misjudged the direction!

Lee Polo pushed the football towards the far post!

The football even bounced off the ground before flying over the goal line!

It's extremely fast, powerful and heavy, and the angle is so tricky... It's impossible for Ederson to pounce on it.

2:0!

[Negative sentiment from Ederson, 55!] [Otamendi, 38!]

(Kompany, 63!]

[Guardiola, 47!]

[Etihad Stadium,8888!1

[City fans all over the country, 89888!]

"Dry!

Fabregas, who could only sit in the stands and watch the game due to suspension, couldn't help but curse. Cahill next to him glanced at him and didn't understand why he was swearing.

I saw Xiaofa holding his head and explaining in great pain:

"If I can play, these two assists will be mine!'

Cahill was stunned for a moment:

"What the hell are you thinking! These two are crosses from the wing, what does it have to do with you as a defensive midfielder?

Fabregas is still insisting:

"I can pass the ball directly behind me!'

"As long as my brother Polo is in front, with my passing skills, is it not difficult to get one or two assists in a game?"

Cahill opened his mouth, but could only nod.

As Chelsea's team assist leader for three consecutive seasons, Fabregas does have this ability!

Less than 20 minutes into the game and falling behind by two goals at home, Guardiola was clearly unable to sit still.

He simply stood in the command area and conveyed tactical information to the players on the field using gestures that only Manchester City insiders could understand.

Manchester City did have a continuous offensive.

In the 21st minute, De Bruyne faced Kante's block on the right side and was still able to send out an exquisite through ball. Unfortunately, Jesus' shot from the top of the penalty area slipped out.

Three minutes later, Sane cut in from the left and shot, but Azpilicueta blocked it and got a corner kick.

De Bruyne took a corner kick and Otamendi's header was easily confiscated by Courtois, who even launched a counterattack.

It's a pity that Lee Polo didn't seize the opportunity this time. After catching up with the goalkeeper's ultra-long-distance pass, he accidentally took a big step. Walker, who was chasing after him desperately, kicked the ball out of the baseline.

"Made, you can really run!'

Li Poluo, who was only one step away from being able to form a single sword, glared at his opponent with some reluctance.

Kyle Walker was in no mood to pay attention to him, he just gasped and breathed heavily.

But at the same time, Walker patted his chest with lingering fear:

[If this guy didn’t travel too far, I’m afraid I really wouldn’t be able to catch up!]

Manchester City, who had escaped the disaster, did not shift their focus to the defense, but continued to strengthen their offensive.

In the 31st minute, De Bruyne and Silva cooperated in consecutive one-twos, using dazzling skills to penetrate the defense line composed of Kanter and Golovin, and then sent the ball to Aguero's feet.

Manchester City's forward did not make too many adjustments. He fought with Luis while swinging his legs to shoot! Although Luis did not touch the football, he still successfully interfered with Aguero's shot. The football flew directly into the stands, causing the entire stadium to sigh.

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Not only failed to score, Aguero lost his center of gravity and fell heavily to the ground, unable to get up for a long time.

"Isn't this a foul? That shaggy-haired guy even reached out to pull the jersey!"

Guardiola was so angry that he jumped on the sidelines and wanted to pull up the fourth official's collar.

But the other party looked at him very calmly:

"This is a normal defensive move, Mr. Guardiola."

The fourth official felt like a mirror in his heart, and even wanted to complain:

(When Lee Polo headed the last time, your captain Kompany almost dislocated his shoulder!)

[At that time, why didn’t you jump out and complain to Kompany for a red card!]

Manchester City, which had been attacking for a long time, gradually became discouraged. No matter Aguero, Jesus, Sane, De Bruyne, or Otamendi and Kompany who participated in the corner kick, they finally failed to break Courtois' goal.

Ten fingers closed.

As the first half entered the last 5 minutes, Blue Moon, who played at home, was obviously a little impetuous. Even De Bruyne and Silva found it difficult to see the exquisite cooperation between them. More often, when the football was passed 30 meters

When the ball is in the zone, the ball carrier can't help but want to raise his foot to shoot.

In the 43rd minute, Silva passed the ball directly to Jesus. Jesus originally wanted to force a breakthrough on Rudiger, but the latter's defense was impeccable, leaving him with no choice but to pass the ball back, but he was delayed several times before.

Within seconds, Golovin had already returned to defense, directly intercepted Jesus' pass, and then split to the left.

Pedro, whose physical fitness was slightly declining, did not dare to dribble the ball and stage a one-stop process. He quickly kicked the ball towards the frontcourt. This time, Lee Polo played the ball very steadily, but he had not yet entered the 30-meter area of ​​Manchester City.

He was knocked directly off the sideline by Walker's shovel...

"drop!"

Referee Anthony: Taylor rushed to the scene of the incident in three steps and two steps at a time. After asking the linesman who was nearby, he decisively showed Walker a yellow card.

"Walker has no chance of touching the football. This is a typical passing ball!'

Zhan Jun shrugged.

Zhang Lu said "tsk":

"This kind of foul that ruined a great opportunity would not have been an exaggeration if it had been given a red card if it had not been in the Premier League.

Following the commentator's comments, William had already taken the free kick.

Lee Polo was entangled with Kompany and Stones. Even if he wanted to outflank him, he didn't get a chance and had to play a feint role to create space for his teammates.

As soon as Manchester City's two central defenders were taken away by Lee Polo, Willian's cross flew over! David Luiz seized the time difference and appeared in front of the goal before Otamendi.

The Brazilian central defender jumped high, with his long and fluffy hair like a lion with teeth and claws, and rubbed the cross from his fellow Brazilian into the net!

Edson's eyes were staring at Lee Polo one second, and Louis stole his home the next second.

Ederson slowly turned his head and looked at the football rolling in the net, his heart filled with sadness and anger.

[William, Luis, have you forgotten that I am also your fellow Brazilian!

"3:0!"

Lineker from Sky Sports called out the live score:

"At Manchester City's home court, Chelsea has no feeling of playing away from home! They are simply unstoppable!"

Carragher glanced at his face:

"You don't seem particularly happy?"

Lineker admitted frankly:

"If Manchester City can't stop Chelsea at home, then who else in the entire Premier League can stop them?"

"I'm worried that Chelsea's strong performance will make the Premier League lose suspense too early!'

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