What is a destructive midfielder?

Chapter 227 Playing football with the leader 2

Klopp and Guardiola in this historical period.

If a 4-3-3 formation is arranged, the biggest difference in the offensive phase is: the use of two full-backs.

Guardiola's Manchester City has very high requirements for the running positions of the two full-backs:

One of them often needs to move inward to switch to the central defender, and the other needs to move forward to become the delayed ball-passing point. The players in the front court and the forward line still play as they should.

Liverpool is simpler and more complicated:

The two full-backs are closer to the wing, move forward to participate in the attack, and make full use of the width.

The subsequent changes in the running positions of the midfield and forwards must be carried out according to the changes in the running positions of the full-backs.

Will Henderson rush forward or retreat?

Will Mane and Coutinho drill to the ribs or pull to the side?

Will Firmino retreat to the midfield to participate in the strangulation?

All the answers are on the two full-backs.

Facing a strong single defense interception point like Li Kang.

Which method is more effective?

Of course it is Liverpool.

Emirates Stadium.

The black torrent swept the red and white half madly.

"Liverpool's formation has changed to 2-3-5!"

"Klein and Moreno can coordinate over a large area even though the two flanks are so far apart. Both transfers were successful."

"The speed of the pass is average, a prelude to heavy metal rock."

"Arsenal can only retreat quickly as a whole, the midfielders are not strong enough!"

From the perspective of God.

Li Kang observed that the opponent's passing speed was not fast, but the running positions of several attackers in the frontcourt changed very quickly.

It was a prelude to being ready to speed up the attack at any time.

In the past few days, he has been studying Liverpool's game videos and knows that Klopp has polished the team's offensive end very well.

Subconsciously, he prepared to retreat to support.

Suddenly, Wenger raised his right hand, signaling him not to retreat too deep.

At the same time.

The diligent old workhorse Giroud quickly returned to defense.

Another arrangement that violated the rules of tactical defense.

Arsenal's defense line was flattened.

Many people criticized Wenger for his weak coaching ability.

In fact, his pre-match deployment was very strong. After all, he was the coach who won the Premier League 49-game unbeaten gold cup.

Every year, mediocre ingredients can be made into a dish that is good for the top four in the Premier League.

On the other side.

Klopp scratched his beard.

His brain was spinning like crazy:

‘Arsenal clearly didn’t want to fight in the midfield, and the frontcourt players didn’t press forward to cut off the space, so they were easily crushed by us? ’

‘Why is that guy walking? ’

‘What does it mean? ’

The Arsenal fans in Islington were also a little confused.

This defensive tendency similar to ‘parking the bus’ is not beautiful football at all!

How could Liverpool attack the hinterland so easily?

Why didn’t our 200 million man participate in the defense?

Barcelona’s midfielders had to carry out high-frequency pressing!

Gradually, there were sparse boos from the home stands.

And Liverpool fans sang “You’ll Never Walk Alone” to encourage the Red Army players on the field!

"Mane ran to the ribs!"

"Klein and Moreno are wide on both sides!"

"The width of the fan is very extreme!"

"Pace up!"

Coutinho suddenly broke into the penalty area and received a through ball from Wijnaldum.

He did not induce Koscielny's frontal interception.

Giroud came up with his butt!

Can't delay,

Delaying the attack rhythm is a taboo for Liverpool!

Cazorla is also coming to help!

Snap!

The Brazilian genius dodged and moved, but finally gave up the breakthrough and knocked Klein near the bottom line outside the penalty area with a flower kick!

Another snap.

The football swept into the Arsenal penalty area!

"It's dangerous!"

"Ah! What a pity, the pass was too strong, the line was erratic, and no one touched the ball!"

"The ball almost slipped out of the baseline, but fortunately Moreno controlled it."

"Liverpool has to reorganize the attack."

"If it is a continuous positional battle, the Gunners are not so afraid of the Red Army."

"Liverpool's front trident is very space-consuming."

Time passed by minute by minute.

Mane, Firmino, and Coutinho will not easily lose the ball in positional battles under Klopp's tactical framework.

When the ball reaches everyone's feet, different offensive details can be derived.

Mane's ball-holding characteristics, when not blasting, are "feint-type" organization, the pass is very confusing, and the pass is far rather than near. People in this historical period ignored his passing and control ability.

Coutinho's characteristic is the authentic No. 10 position, cutting to the middle from time to time to receive the ball, and the ability to get rid of it is superb. While restraining the opponent's defensive position, he is also looking for an opportunity to speed up and break through Arsenal's defense.

After all, he is a super talent produced by Inter Milan's youth training. When he grew up, he played with three-time champions. Barcelona has been coveting him for a long time.

What about Firmino?

He is more like a hub for the two to exchange the ball and switch offensive routines.

However.

The overall offense is never a matter of three people.

"The forward line trained by Klopp is really unbearable for ordinary teams."

"It is definitely the firepower of the top four in the Champions League!"

"It's just that the chemistry between the midfield and the left and right backs is not strong."

"Wenger's defense is very targeted!"

"Liverpool's offense always fails on Moreno's side."

"If Coutinho focuses on Klein's direction, he will play into Arsenal's hands again."

Wenger kept looking at his watch, still signaling Li Kang not to retreat too deep.

There were boos at the Emirates Stadium.

Islington fans are unhappy:

‘Two hundred million bought back an old man? Didn't you see the team get beaten so badly? What about the planned debut of the deep-lying midfielder? Why not return to defense. ’

Arsenal fans around the world are looking forward to something.

[Although it was a bit contrary to the tactical rules and played very un-Arsenal, there was no problem with Wenger's defensive deployment. 】

[There is not much pressure. Leave Li Mingdeng in the middle and Morata on the front line. It is a very traditional counterattack and coordination. 】

[Not only that, if you look at Wijnaldum's movement, he doesn't dare to penetrate too deep. From time to time, he has to pull out to follow Li Mingdeng. The change of direction weakens Liverpool's offensive participation. 】

[When our unit plays football with the leader, the leader does not need to participate in defense. 】

[Well, pay attention, the opposing players are also particularly afraid of the leader. 】

Morata wandered between the two Liverpool central defenders, looking back at the backcourt from time to time.

At this stage, he has not learned to talk trash or "accidentally hurt" his opponents.

Temporarily nicknamed by fans: Bingqingyujie.

Lovren and Klavan were a little uncomfortable: whenever the ball in the backcourt was unstable, the Spanish striker's tendency to move became particularly weird, and his starting speed was particularly explosive, which felt very tricky.

Courtside.

Klopp also found it difficult.

There is nothing wrong with his tactical system at all.

Compared with last season, "ineffective runs" have been greatly reduced, and the offense in the midfield and frontcourt is also better at controlling the rhythm.

but.

Some of the ingredients in this dish are bad!

It cannot meet the lower limit of Liverpool's offensive needs.

"Arnold is still young and this game cannot be his Premier League debut."

"I also need an inside forward who's good at picking up the weak side."

Between thoughts.

The Liverpool coach was so distressed that he couldn't help but pull his hair.

The 18th minute of the game.

Moreno's kick was intercepted by Walcott.

Arsenal sounded the clarion call for a counterattack.

Fortunately, Lallana counterattacked in time and regained the ball.

The 26th minute of the game.

Moreno was "beaten" again.

Arsenal sounded the clarion call for counterattack again.

Fortunately, Lallana and Mane counterattacked in time and regained the ball.

The 34th minute of the game.

Coutinho received a pass from his teammate on the edge of the penalty area.

He observed Moreno running out of space, but did not dare to pass the ball for a moment.

Facing Big Giroud's buttocks.

The Brazilian genius quickly turned around and created space for a long shot.

In an instant.

Arsenal's defense quickly shrunk.

There were cheers from the stands on all sides.

"Wow, this forward rocking action! This position!"

"He finally has a chance to use his ultimate move!"

"An arrow pierces the clouds, and thousands of troops come to meet you."

One fresh trick, eaten all over the world.

Coutinho's cloud-piercing arrow is one of the greatest skills in today's football!

Boom!

The football was accompanied by a loud bang.

Like a sharp arrow.

Howling through the dense red and white crowd.

Heading towards the far corner of the Arsenal gate.

The visual impact is explosive.

At the moment when thousands of armies are ready to attack.

The Czech with a tank hat on his head stretched his body and lifted the ball with both fists.

The goalkeeper in the Arsenal at this time is Cech!

"Amazing long shot!"

"Amazing save!"

"I would also like to commend Koscielny and Mertesacker for their positioning!"

"Monreal makes a big save!"

"It's a pass!"

"Another counterattack!"

Liverpool has a "five-second rule" after losing the ball in the frontcourt.

This is the essence of Klopp.

Ordinary opponents will be overwhelmed if they rush to counterattack.

It's a pity that Wenger's Arsenal will not pursue the ultimate counterattack speed.

Thirty meters area.

Walcott received the ball and passed it directly to Morata without any rush.

Instead, he was observing Li Kang's movements.

Wijnaldum did not dare to retreat significantly, but stayed behind Arsenal's No. 10.

"There's no rush."

"Arsenal's counterattack was not very fast, but it was very stable."

"When Casuo comes up, we have to speed up!"

"oops!"

"Li Kang faked a run and got away from Wijnaldum!"

"Walcott passed the ball!"

In Li Kang's field of vision, a slightly curly-haired figure appeared.

Platini.

The genius of France.

It does not bring improvement in attributes, but conveys the easiest way to get rid of it.

He followed the shadow's tendencies.

Swing to the left.

Wijnaldum then took two steps laterally, halfway through the action.

Li Kang's entire body has already gotten out of the space on the right!

The whole audience was shocked!

"Smart."

"Chicken and unrestrained."

"Can a fake run and turnaround create the most suitable space for receiving the ball?"

"Terrible observation ability, terrifying center of gravity adjustment speed!"

Klopp didn't panic at all.

He had a premonition of this situation.

Li Kang can get rid of Wijnaldum, but he can't get rid of Henderson, let alone Lovren and Klavan!

That's right.

Wenger's slow counterattack speed is no longer in line with the mainstream of the Premier League.

During the counterattack, do you have to wait for your teammates to come up and pass?

We couldn't stop Li Kang's ball. We could also delay other players from returning to defense.

Henderson is weak on paper, but he will explode in a Liverpool jersey.

Facing the famous Arsenal No. 10 in Europe.

He didn't act lightly.

drag.

wait.

force.

Li Kang sensed Cazorla behind him.

Knock your heel lightly.

The two seemed to have a good connection.

The football rolled back two meters and made a graceful arc at the feet of the Arsenal magician.

"A very, very critical transition in the middle!"

"Only now do we understand Wenger's fault for insisting on leaving Li Kang in the midfield!"

"Not a gorgeous pass!"

"It's a life-threatening move!"

"When did Morata pull the side?"

"Not offside!"

"Lovren and Klavan can't keep up with him!"

"The Spanish striker's explosive speed is too strong!"

"Charge over!"

"Single sword!"

Courtside.

Assistant coach Bould was confused: "Boss, how come Morata is playing at the top level in the world? He's obviously not doing it during the European Cup."

Wenger said seriously:

"Morata's dream as a child was to join Arsenal."

"Must understand our football philosophy very well."

The other side.

Klopp anxiously directed his players.

He is very annoyed.

The frontcourt offense cannot be perfectly effective due to the individual abilities of some players.

The backcourt defense was clearly arranged perfectly, but it was easily torn apart.

Can not give up!

There are also trustworthy team members!

Goalkeeper-Karius!

Emirates Stadium.

Cheers and boos were mixed together.

Morata ran all the way to the front of Liverpool's penalty area!

Karius is not afraid of him.

It's my own fault, but it's only my fault when facing Li.

As for Arsenal’s other attackers?

I have already made preparations before the game: down to each person’s preferred foot and shooting habits!

Morata suddenly felt smarter.

The opponent's goalkeeper's blocking position was perfect.

Didn't give himself a good shooting angle.

If you slow down and adjust your footing at this time, will you be caught up by Lovren and Klavan behind you?

This is still secondary.

He seemed to have lost any confidence in shooting.

How to do it?

Out of the corner of his eye, he caught Li Kang's movement.

He immediately lowered his head and found a perfect answer: increase the width!

"Why don't you shoot?"

"What a waste of opportunity."

"Aren't you going to observe your teammates' movements?"

"Karius's blocking movement was perfect. He didn't give Morata any chance!"

"Textbook-style defense against one-on-one attacks."

"Morata pulled away with the ball!"

in the lens.

Morata was quickly surrounded by three people near the bottom line of the penalty area.

The ball was about to be lost.

Li Kang broke into the penalty area, followed by Henderson.

In the field of vision, Platini's shadow appeared again.

Still did not bring about improvement in ability.

Instead, it points out the most suitable position to receive the ball.

An analysis of the ball path in the penalty area that is more accurate than God’s perspective?

wrong.

This ability is close to prediction.

Snapped!

The football emerged from the huddle.

It was a route that no one expected.

Lee Kang circles around and gets rid of Henderson.

Step out your left foot.

A natural shot.

Hit the empty goal!

2:0! ! !

"Wow!"

"This ball is beautiful!"

"It's Li Kang again! Scored twice!"

"The ball comes and the man comes!"

"The final connection between Mr. 200 million and Mr. 500 million!"

"The chemical reaction between the two is so brilliant!"

"Morata assisted, Li Kang broke through the empty goal and helped Arsenal expand their lead!"

"All Wenger's deployments that violated tactical rules allowed Li Kang to master the fullest deployment of offensive resources in the frontcourt!"

"Creating space for teammates who are instigating counterattacks!"

"Creating an opportunity for teammates to pass the ball and make a transition!"

"Provided finishing support to forward teammates!"

"The Arsenal is in his hand like a fine pistol."

Studio.

Barrage flying.

[Fixing Li Mingdeng on the offensive end is so strong. 】

[He plays so easily on the court. 】

[Arsenal’s 200 million spent is worth it, the entire counterattack style is different. 】

[Wenger abandoned beautiful football, but the process of scoring these two goals was also beautiful. 】

[It's still too risky. The backcourt will be over if it can't withstand Liverpool's attack. It can only be said that Arsenal's pre-game arrangement was very thorough, grabbing Moreno's side to disrupt the offensive. 】

[Pay attention to the slow motion. Karius is really not bad. Judging from the situation, he, Lovren and Klavan resolved this one-on-one attack. 】

[Morata is also a monster. Being pressed by three people, he can still send such a tacit pass, 50 million euros! Where can I find a forward who is so suitable for Arsenal? 】

[Arsenal’s dominance, without injuries, he would have won the Premier League championship! The Champions League can topple the Cosmos! 】

【what to do? Will Liverpool be slaughtered. 】

[Really don't worry, if you watch more Liverpool games, you will know that the second half is the moment of reversal. ]

Islington fans blushed.

They were still denouncing Li Kang's "defensive attitude" more than ten minutes ago.

Now they can only use more crazy cheers to cover it up.

"Lee!!!"

Li Kang was surrounded by his teammates.

Even Sanchez, who was holding a grudge, subconsciously had the consciousness of being a good pendant.

It turns out that it is so simple to let Arsenal lead the score.

"Lee, your running position is amazing. I wanted to wait for Giroud to run up before passing the ball!"

"Asshole, if I waited for Giroud to run up, Mane would have been standing next to his own goal post!"

"Did you see it? Just play according to my thinking and help Lee create space."

Li Kang inadvertently thought of the game videos of other teams:

Platini's thinking may not be universally applicable to any opponent.

If he attracts most of the defenders during the attack, then Arsenal still has a lot of attacking points in the frontcourt. Sanchez, Giroud, Walcott, Cazorla, etc., as well as a group of players on the bench.

In short.

This Arsenal will be very competitive in the Champions League in the future.

Under the Liverpool goal post.

Karius took off his gloves, pulled his blond hair in distress, and his handsome face was full of worries.

This is his first show in the Premier League.

Before the end of the first half, he was beaten by Li Kang.

Henderson took the responsibility for the loss of the ball on himself:

"It's my problem. I didn't realize that Morata's passing line would be so weird."

"Cheer up, we are only two goals behind, and there is still time in the game!"

At the side of the court.

Wenger applauded excitedly.

Bould and the players on the bench hugged each other.