naaapseattle Chapter 193 Another Semifinal
Chapter 193 Another Semifinal
Chapter 193 Another Semifinal
The next day, the sun was shining.
After waking up, Duncan recalled the winning moment last night.
At the moment of the victory of the game, he rushed into the field and celebrated with the players.Although it was only the semi-finals, they were as happy as if they had won, because they defeated the Bundesliga giant Bayern Munich!
This is something to be proud of.
They defeated their opponents in both home and away games, and had no goals against Bayern. This should be the most embarrassing way for Bayern to advance, right?
Bayern was convinced.
Ribery said something in French, but Pedro didn't understand, so Ribery nodded and left.
If you lose, you won't be in a good mood.
Although I didn't understand, Pedro guessed that what Ribery said should be "well played" and "congratulations".
After winning, Duncan was treated high by the players of the team.
Being treated this way for the second time, Duncan got used to it a little bit, and didn't panic like the first time.
This game is too difficult to win!
Until this early morning, Duncan was actually still afraid.
It's really not easy for a wife!
The process of the game was actually far from being as easy as the result of the game.
The Bayern team is strong, there are strong players on the three lines, and the team's fighting will is also very strong.Players like Franck Ribery and Tony have the ability to instantly change the situation on the field by themselves.
Duncan must adjust the team and maintain high-intensity pressure on Bayern Munich for a long time in order to prevent Bayern Munich from getting a chance.
It is difficult to suppress Bayern Munich to this extent.
There were times when Duncan thought he was going to lose the ball, but the team made it to the end.
If Bayern really pulls back a goal, then the direction of the game is likely to be another development trend.
Fortunately, the final result is still on the track I imagined.
With a good mood, Duncan started his day's work.
Finally had a rare break.
Although there are still two rounds of the Premier League, against Liverpool on May 5 and against Newcastle on May 5, the last game of the league, Duncan has decided to send substitute players to allow the main players to rest and avoid injuries.
This is also an opportunity for substitute players and young players to show themselves well.
And Duncan's preparation goal at this time has already set his sights on the UEFA Cup final held at the City Stadium on May 5.
With their own home court, the right time and place, Manchester City has no reason to retreat.
The only goal is to compete for the championship!
And their opponents will be in another semi-final tonight.
Zenit St Petersburg vs Rangers.
That night, Duncan and his coaching staff watched the whole game in the office at the Manchester City base.
Glasgow Rangers had the upper hand, but Zenit St. Petersburg made it to the semi-finals as a dark horse, surprising the whole of Europe.
Originally, Manchester City's elimination of Bayern Munich was considered a very impressive record, but Zenit still did not give in.The team was able to achieve such results under the know-how of Dutch coach Advocaat.
In the final result of the game, Zeni of St. Petersburg was superior in stunts, eliminated his opponent, entered the final, and became Manchester City's opponent.
Midfielder Tymoshchuk, winger Arshavin, and striker Pogrebnyak are the three pillars for Zenit to achieve such results.
Among these three people, Arshar is the well-deserved core of Russia.He is the Russian Footballer of the Year in 2007 and the absolute ace of the Russian national team today; Arshavin is exquisite in technique and superb in footwork; whether in Zenit St. Petersburg or in the Russian national team, he is a well-deserved core of the team.
Forward Pogrebnyak now has 11 goals, second only to Andriy Shevchenko on 13 goals.And out of these 11 goals, 9 are key goals that determine the outcome of the game. Mr. Big Scene is his true portrayal.
Tymoshchuk is to Zenit, just like Mascherano is to Liverpool, they support the smooth operation of the entire team's midfield.Tymoshchuk's excellent fighting skills and tough defensive moves stifled many of the opponent's attacks in the bud.He was also the Ukrainian Footballer of the Year in 02 and 06.
"So Zenit's ability to reach the UEFA Cup final is not accidental. Their strength is actually more important than their reputation. Any team that underestimates them will be eliminated!" After watching the entire game, Duncan told the coach group said.
"This game is not easy to play. I checked Zenit's previous games," Jim Cassell said seriously: "In the knockout round, every opponent of Zenit St. Petersburg was better than them, but in the end It was they who had the last laugh. And they conceded the ball first in the round of 32, quarter-finals and semi-finals, and then equalized and overtook the score."
"Although they are not strong as a whole, there is a player with considerable strength in the three lines. Tymoshchuk is the pinnacle of the defense, Arshar is the needle in the offense, and Pogrebnyak is in charge. The final word." Andy Cole naturally focused on Zenit's core players.
Everyone is a little worried, Zenit is not as weak as imagined.
"Actually, you can look at it from another angle." Duncan saw that everyone was a little depressed, so he smiled: "First, they are always the first to concede the ball, which means that their defense is not good. Second, the three are too prominent, isn't it? Proving the weakness of other players? Hehehehe, after all, football is a game of eleven.”
When Duncan said this, the eyes of the others slowly lit up.
"One more thing, Zenit's three reversals were all behind in the first round and reversed in the second round." Duncan's eyes lit up like a fox: "This shows that they can study their opponents through a game. Then formulate a corresponding targeted strategy. But the final is a decisive game..." Duncan looked around at the members of his coaching staff and said slowly: "Does Advocaat have time to formulate a targeted strategy... ..."
Looking at Duncan's eyes, everyone felt a chill in their backs.
Over the past season, Duncan's majesty has become more and more serious. Although he is very young, both inside and outside the club respect the head coach.
On May 5, Manchester City played away against Liverpool.
Some of the main players got the opportunity to rest in rotation, and Manchester City sent a mixed lineup of main players and substitutes.
On the front line, the 19-year-old teenager Sturridge started for Manchester City for the first time, and he partnered with Andriy Shevchenko.
In the midfield position, Martin Petrov partnered with Ljungberg to contract the two wings, while Fellaini and Mido were in the middle.
On the defense line are Sun Jihai, Richards, Dunn, and the young player Kurz.
At the goalkeeper position, Joe Hart sat on the bench and Isaacson got the chance to start.
Liverpool's introduction of Torres this season is the biggest highlight, but the team performed unstable in the league and withdrew from the championship group early.
The east is not bright and the west is bright, the league is unfavorable, but Liverpool is singing all the way in the Champions League.
But in the semi-finals a few days ago, after being eliminated by Chelsea in the semi-finals, Liverpool ushered in another season with all four players.
In addition, there were rumors before the game that when Liverpool's top management contacted Klinsmann, Benitez became a popular candidate for the coach of the Premier League team to dismiss get out of class.
The coach position is not guaranteed, and the team naturally has no intention of fighting.
Manchester City has won the championship, and this game focuses on training.
Throughout the first half of the game, the scene was not good.
Until the 63rd minute of the second half, Mido scored the ball in time from the center, Petrov made a low pass from the left, and two Manchester City players outflanked the goal. Sturridge pushed with his right foot 10 meters in front of the goal, and the ball hit the left post. Bounced the goal and Manchester City took the lead.
In the end, the score was maintained until the end. Manchester City relied on Sturridge's first goal and defeated Liverpool 1-0.
After the game came the news that Liverpool took a fancy to Sturridge, I don't know if it is true or not.
However, this teenager did show some bright spots, which is worth looking forward to.
(End of this chapter)