King’s Landing in Nottingham

Chapter 295 Paper Defense

In the game against Southampton, Notts County fired up and quickly opened up the situation. In the third, seventh, twelfth, and nineteenth minutes of the first half, Cristiano Ronaldo and Didier De Robba and Harrison Reid scored four goals, of which the Portuguese scored twice and provided an assist.

Although Notts County did not score a goal in the remaining 25 minutes of the first half, but scored four goals in just 20 minutes, which is enough to ensure that Notts County has a great advantage on the scene.

Therefore, during the intermission, Guardiola did not make too many demands on the players, and his calm tone made the players feel like a Chinese New Year.

Frank Ribery, who has just entered the list of eighteen people, blatantly played commotional music in the dressing room, and followed the rhythm of the music, swaying wildly in the dressing room.

In the dressing room, an unnoticeable aura began to fill, and Guardiola frowned slightly, thoughtfully, but could not tell why.

I don’t know what layout Southampton made during the intermission. In short, Notts County was hit by the head at the beginning of the second half:

Anthony Elte uprooted Saints forward Delgado in the penalty area and received a red dot package.

Under the prayers of the Saints fans, the Colombians managed to get a goal back for the Saints. Obviously, this is not the focus of Paul Hart's attention.

If there is a gap of three goals between the two teams and halftime is left, you play one more person. In this case, if the team's head coach has no idea, it is better to resign and go home and take the kids.

Paul Hart is indeed a thoughtful head coach. He decisively replaced two forwards and bombed the penalty area in Notts County. Of course, the effect was very obvious:

Southampton scored two goals in the 61st and 84th minutes of the game and tied the score to three to four. It was only one goal away from tying the score!

"Saint! Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh..."

Almost all Saints fans have joined the clamor, and witnessing a great draw seems not so far away, only a few minutes.

"attack!"

"another one!"

Such shouts are endless, causing great psychological pressure on the players of Notts County. Guardiola has replaced Robben and Cristiano Ronaldo at this time, replaced by George Grant and Mertesacker. Defense.

Notts County left only Sneijder and Drogba in the frontcourt. In the final time of the game, as long as Notts County makes no mistakes, at least they can retreat.

Yes, retreat all over.

The Spaniard didn't expect that his disciples would play a defense that was different from that of the first half in the second half, and it could even be said that there was no defense at all.

If it were not for the height advantage of small goalkeeper Aaron and his excellent form today, notts County may have been turned over by Southampton in this game.

"Come down and play slower!"

Guardiola shouted hoarsely from the sidelines, the panic of the Notts County players can be seen, the actions are not done well, and the pass error rate is also rising.

At this time, re-controlling the ball at the foot and playing some short passes is obviously more conducive to Notts County's control of the game.

Abelardo tried to control the ball in the backcourt, but he was somewhat powerless.

"Experience!"

Guardiola shook his head helplessly. He suffered an experienced injury. Hold on first. If it doesn't work, Dongchuang must buy some people.

For Southampton, it is certainly not possible for Notts County to regain control of the rhythm of the game. They not only strengthened the press for Notts County players, but also tried to make it easier on offense. After all, stay There is not much time for them.

After all, God still favors Notts County. Southampton’s full offense also left a very large gap behind them. Danny Alves, who returned from La Liga, is a fake defender. He is a very strong Brazilian with a very strong offensive attribute. With a pass-and-shoot operation from the distance, with the cooperation of Drogba, the ghost drifted into the far corner of the goal.

Five to three!

In two minutes, there are two goals short of time. According to Notts County's delay in time, the Southamptonians are incapable of returning to the sky.

This offensive battle finally ended with the victory of Notts County. The Notts County players, who relied on Alves's fairy ball to win, walked into the locker room with relief, and they were greeted by the faces of the head coach Guardiola. And strong words:

"Sit down! Sit down for me and keep quiet!"

Eric Tynehag, who was the last to enter the door, gently closed the door and consciously waited outside the locker room door.

British reporters are pervasive. He does not want anyone to sneak in to take pictures of Guardiola's arrangement or the content of his speech today. This will definitely have a very bad impact on Notts County and Guardiola.

Taking out of context is their usual routine!

"What are our tactics?"

"It's passing, passing, passing, constantly passing the ball to find space, and then let you easily get the opportunity to shoot! You did a very good job in the first 20 minutes of the game, at least I think so.

Danny's pass success rate remained good today. The success rate of side passes was also the highest in the game, 57%, and the most critical goal; Fabio ran 13 kilometers, and one more time. The assists were also very good. Cristiano scored two goals beautifully. Aaron made twelve saves today! "

Every time Guardiola finishes talking about a player's contribution, he will applaud the player's performance vigorously. This is his style.

Gua Shuai has said so much, and everyone knows what the ultimate goal is. And Anthony Elt also stood up bravely and admitted his mistake:

"Coach, I'm sorry, it was my mistake that put the team under tremendous pressure. I am willing to accept all punishments from the club..."

The poor Nottingham boy, with his head down, let the team's goalkeeper coach Colin put himself in his arms, tears were about to come out.

I won’t talk about the red card suspension. There may be other penalties within the club. The most important thing is that his pass success rate today is too low. The red card was also caused by his own pass error. Had to rush all the way to foul, but it was a little late and Delgado entered the penalty area.

The Spaniard touched Anthony's head kindly, and his tone eased slightly:

"Anthony, we are a team. If there is a problem in the game, it is not your responsibility, but my responsibility is greater. Take the experience of this game well, you have a lot of room for growth. As long as you play, your running distance, It must be the highest in the team, and today, at 13.9 kilometers, the team is the first. This is your advantage, and you will continue to work hard in the future!"

After speaking, Guardiola got up, returned to the center of the dressing room, and said loudly:

"Anthony paid the price of a red card because of his mistake. He has already assumed the responsibilities he has to pay. He is only eighteen years old. His specialty is chasing and intercepting. He has done his best.

Most of you performed very well today. The only thing that makes me angry is your attitude towards the game, which is your defense after taking the lead! With a four-goal lead, you feel that the game is stable? Put on some music and dance with it? Um, isn't it, Frank?

I know that you are all very young. A four-goal lead is indeed something to be happy and even proud of, but do you keep it? If you have maintained a four-goal lead, and I don’t say anything now, you are definitely number one in the world, and you can lead your opponents so much in any kick, so what can I say, isn’t it?

Send you a word, this is what Wei often tells me, the person who can laugh last is the winner! After a big lead, you can fully demonstrate your personal abilities, but can we also guard seriously. I can say unceremoniously that your defense in the seventy minutes after the game is paperless, and it breaks with a poke.

Guys, we can’t rely on luck, fairy balls, and God to save us in every game. Statistics won’t lie. Wei told me many times this season that we can’t pursue results, but the process, we must Will pay attention. If this is your response to me after three days of rest, then I think you will never have such a comfortable vacation again.

All good things, next time, I don’t want to see such a defense, I want to see your attitude! "

"Okay, everyone go take a shower, then pack things up, get in the car, tomorrow, no training, take a day off!"

Guardiola's words may not be fully absorbed by the players, but they must have understood the last words of Coach Colin. They are really tired in this game. To be able to take a day off tomorrow is tantamount to an amnesty for the world. .

"Josep's words are a bit heavy, but he still loves you very much, and he gave you a day off. Be content, lads..."

Abelardo took the lead in taking off his dirty game uniforms and taking things to the shower room. Before leaving, he didn't forget to sing a red face and play a leading role as an elder in the locker room.

Frank Ribery responded positively and turned on the music directly. He didn't play today. He was going to go back to the base and take a bath instead of bathing here. Therefore, he had to get restless.

"Cough cough cough..."

Guardiola coughed softly across the locker room, causing Frank Ribery to quickly turn off the sound source in his hand, take off his clothes and trot to the shower room, walking all the way, and muttering all the way:

"God, the coach is too scary..."

"Hahahaha..."