Chapter 194 Preparations and Surprises
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Tuo Lei Si Bu Xiang Ti Dan Dao
Chapter 194 Preparations and Surprises
"Last question, Pep, what are your expectations for Atletico Madrid's second leg? Will they make changes?
They are now the lagging side. I think they should not have a bus at their home court that gives you headaches. "
Guardiola propped his chin with both hands, and shook his head without hesitation after listening to the reporter's question.
"I'm not Simeone, and I can't predict his tactical changes without error, I can't, and you can't either.
Regarding the performance of Atletico Madrid in the next game, I am pessimistic. You have no way to make me expect their performance now, and I can only rely on guessing.
Although it is said that knowing yourself and the enemy will never end in a hundred battles, I can't predict Simeone's prediction.
It's like no one knows, he will play [-] for such a long time today, you don't know and I don't know.
It's not that I'm indifferent to his tactical preparations. As a head coach and as Simeone's opponent, I still care very much, but the facts tell me that my caring and analysis are useless at all.
Because as far as reality is concerned, starting from the reality of the game, when you take a one-goal lead in the first round.
The situation will definitely change. For example, in the next game, Saul and Cork will put more energy into the offense, they will press more frantically, and their players will press higher. There may be More offensive and defensive coordination.
It's all speculation on my part, but Simeone may not follow suit.
For example, I can make a bold inference here. Most of the time in the next game, Atletico Madrid's style of play may be more similar to the last few 10 minutes of this game.
It was the period after we scored the goal, not before, and again these are my guesses.
Conversely, should they take the lead and gain the upper hand at home, they may switch to another style of play, which is another story.
This is the game, we must be prepared with both hands.
However, for us, the most important thing is not to guess what our opponents will do, but to take the time to adjust our body and physical reserves. After the tactical review, while maintaining our own state, Go to Madrid.
It's going to be a tough game, both teams in Madrid are tough opponents. "
Guardiola became more and more excited as he spoke in the interview booth, and the two hands supporting his chin couldn't help but draw with his tone of voice.
Everyone can see that Guardiola is still somewhat dissatisfied with the final result of the game. After all, [-]-[-] and [-]-[-] are two completely different scores.
"I would advise anyone who wants to judge us to go to the training ground and play against a defensive lineup like this.
How difficult it is to play Atletico Madrid, especially against a strong team with a [-] formation. "
The curtain fell on the first leg of the Champions League semi-finals, and the eyes of Fleet Street were focused on Manchester City's performance.
"Manchester City has a small victory over Atletico Madrid and has a greater hope of advancing to the final."
"Zhao Jinge is unstoppable, he will be even more dangerous in the next round!"
"Atletico Madrid's shield, Manchester City's spear, Zhao Jinge is even better."
When Guardiola returned to the locker room after the interview, he was surprised to find that his players had already showered and were not partying as usual.
Everyone was relatively calm, De Bruyne and Zhao Jinge were calling their family and friends, Kompany and Aguero were discussing what to have for dinner tonight.
In addition to the smiling Mahrez holding his mobile phone, looking at his goal animation over and over again, he insisted on watching with Kanter who was silent, and shouted:
"Don't look at this simple goal, but he is absolutely wonderful. Hey brother, on the training ground when you look back, do you want me to teach you how to shoot?"
Kante rolled his eyes wide at Mahrez, who was already so happy, and continued to listen to the elated guy bragging wildly.
"Gentlemen, today you seem to be different from usual. I thought I would see John and Kyle Walker leading everyone to dance together as soon as I came in. What's wrong? Is today's celebration over?"
A smile after the victory finally appeared on Guardiola's face. Although it was only a one-goal lead, and although Atletico Madrid had an away goal, Manchester City was the winning side anyway.
"Everyone felt that the conceded goal at the end of the game was very inappropriate, so there was no celebration today. We discussed having a dinner together in the evening, and we will not drink today."
The old captain Kompany stood up and answered Guardiola's questions.
"Boss, how about another Argentinian barbecue tonight?"
"Of course, as long as everyone likes it."
Guardiola didn't ask any other questions, and everyone was talking and laughing as they prepared to leave the stadium for dinner.
On the bus to the hotel, Zhao Jinge sat next to De Bruyne, looking a little dull. He was thinking about whether he had exerted his full strength in today's game.
Although he has achieved good results today, on the court, he can really feel the tremendous pressure brought by Atletico Madrid's defensive players.
This should be the toughest defensive opponent he has faced since his debut. Whether it is Chelsea or facing Italy in the national team, the defense of these two teams is not as huge as the pressure brought by Atletico Madrid.
He began to think about how to more effectively break through the encirclement that his opponents had specially set up for him, which is related to whether they can successfully advance to the Champions League final.
Except for the slightly dull Zhao Jinge, although everyone felt a little nervous, they were generally more relaxed.
A [-]-[-] home victory over Atletico Madrid wasn't enough to make them complacent or let their guard down, but the result definitely didn't make them overly depressed or nervous either.
Mahrez is still gushing to Kante that his goal must be popular all over the world.
Kompany comforted David Silva, who felt some discomfort in his thigh after the game.
Sterling wore a blindfold and didn't know whether he was asleep or meditating. He had no sense of existence tonight.
De Bruyne patted Zhao Jinge on the shoulder suddenly, Zhao Jinge looked at him, Teacher Ding asked directly: "What are you in a daze for?"
Zhao Jinge smiled and covered it up: "No."
Unexpectedly, Teacher Ding said empathetically:
"I know, you're still thinking about tonight's game,
Want to score more goals, thinking about how to break through the opposing defense?
Right? "
Zhao Jinge nodded after hesitating for a moment.
What De Bruyne said next warmed Zhao Jinge's heart.
"You should do your best to score as many goals as you are the best goalscorer in our team and the best in my heart.
However, it is not a matter of one person who wants to look at Atletico Madrid. The defense on the opposite side has reached the point of perfection.
You can't solve this problem if you just sit here and think about it, let's go back and see what the Boss said during the replay.
Stop thinking about it and have a good rest. "
Zhao Jinge glanced in the direction of Guardiola who was sitting in the front row, and said softly, "But."
"But you think the team needs more from you?
But in my opinion, you have done everything a striker should do!
Compared with you, in fact, other people on our offensive line may not have played their due contribution.
You played so well, you did the job they were supposed to do, you made it easy for them, it wasn't right.
I'm not saying you shouldn't do it, it's just that you should have more confidence in them, the team's offense is not your thing alone.
Believe in your teammates, just like you have always believed that I will send the ball to your feet, you should also believe that Boss will prepare the most suitable tactics for us, and your teammates can also implement it with full execution .
Concentrate on scoring goals and win the Champions League top scorer. In the past six years, the top scorers in the Champions League have been monopolized by Messi and Ronaldo. This year you should break their monopoly!
If we can win the Champions League this year and you still have a good performance in the German team, believe me, Zhao!
You could compete with those two guys for the Golden Globes this fall. "
Zhao Jinge said: "It's not as exaggerated as you said. Before the semi-finals are over, you start thinking about the Golden Globes."
"It's not impossible, we've already reached this point, it's just a matter of going one step further.
It's you!Do it boldly and make good use of every pass I have. This year is our harvest season. "
Aguero got up from the front row and smiled back at him: "Well, there is me, come on, Zhao!"
Zhao Jinge was moved, even though he felt that the two of them had misunderstood the point.
He just wanted to further improve his ability to break through dense defenses, and he really didn't think much about other things.
However, Zhao Jinge accepted the kindness of his teammates. If Manchester City and the German team can go further this year, then the Golden Globe Award, which he once thought was still far away, is not impossible.
After enjoying a delicious Argentinian barbecue, the Manchester City team went to their respective homes. The first leg against Atletico Madrid was their last game in April.
After four days of rest, Manchester City will usher in their Premier League No.30 six-round away game against Southampton in the afternoon of May [-]st.
After this game, they will pack their bags and prepare to go to Madrid in advance.
Early the next morning, according to the biological clock, Zhao Jinge got up early and was about to have breakfast after morning exercise. He suddenly received a call from De Bruyne early in the morning.
"Zhao! Do you have time?!"
De Bruyne's tone sounded a little anxious, but with a little unconscious joy.
"Of course! Didn't the boss give us a day off? What's the matter with you?"
"I'm going to tell you a happy event, I'm going to be a father!"
After De Bruyne on the other end of the phone finished speaking, he couldn't help laughing.
"Congratulations, Kevin! This is indeed a happy event. It seems that I will prepare two gifts later, one for you and one for Xiao Ding Ding!"
"Little Ding Ding's share is unnecessary, he hasn't been born yet, what gift do he need!
You can prepare two copies for me directly, and I do plan to buy a few things I like recently. "
"It's enough of you, Kevin, are you calling me early in the morning to show off and cheat your son?"
"Of course not, the team talk show, you know?
It was the one who invited you when it was almost Christmas last year. Today is my turn, but I will take Michelle to the hospital for a detailed prenatal checkup.
She didn't know she was pregnant until she used a pregnancy test stick this morning, and we are going to the hospital to have a serious checkup together.
So I don't have time to participate in the interview of the team show today. I just talked to the staff of the talk show on the phone. He asked me to recommend a teammate, and I recommended you.
Come on, after a while, a staff member should contact you.
The time is urgent, and I didn't tell you in advance, good brother, you really have to help me today, otherwise the staff from the Propaganda Department will definitely arrange various interviews for me on the grounds that I don't cooperate .
Just thinking about such a situation makes my head explode, okay?Brother, give me a word! "
"Okay, okay, for your son's sake, I'll help you once today. You can accompany Michelle well, and leave the interview to me."
"OK! As long as you have this sentence, I will treat you to dinner later."
"Bring me to dinner? I'm afraid you can't just invite me. There are so many people in our team. If we find out that you are a father, we will definitely kill you. Prepare to bleed! Kevin!"
"Hemorrhage is hemorrhage. Anyway, this kind of happy event must be celebrated with everyone. I'm ready to go. The interview depends on you, Zhao!"
"No problem, be careful on the road, have a good trip, Kevin."
Looking at the phone that had just hung up in his hand, Zhao Jinge quickly opened the team's group, and edited a message immediately.
"Tell everyone a piece of news, Kevin is going to be a father!"
"And he's going to celebrate with everyone, any ideas guys?"
After seeing the news from Zhao Jinge, the large group of teams, who usually had no movement at all in the morning, suddenly exploded after calming down for a few minutes.
Aguero: "Daddy's birthday party, let's go!"
Yaya Toure: "Congratulations, Kevin! @kevin-debruyne"
……
Except for shouting to have a party at the beginning, the rest of the people, like Yaya Toure, started swiping the screen in the group and sent messages of congratulations.
De Bruyne, who was crazy about Aite, also showed his own experience in the group.
"Thank you for your concern. After the recent game is over, everyone will come to my party!"
In this day of intense preparations, the news that De Bruyne is going to be a father has brought more joy to the Manchester City team.
Everyone must work hard, and De Bruyne cannot be defeated at such a happy time!
(End of this chapter)
"Last question, Pep, what are your expectations for Atletico Madrid's second leg? Will they make changes?
They are now the lagging side. I think they should not have a bus at their home court that gives you headaches. "
Guardiola propped his chin with both hands, and shook his head without hesitation after listening to the reporter's question.
"I'm not Simeone, and I can't predict his tactical changes without error, I can't, and you can't either.
Regarding the performance of Atletico Madrid in the next game, I am pessimistic. You have no way to make me expect their performance now, and I can only rely on guessing.
Although it is said that knowing yourself and the enemy will never end in a hundred battles, I can't predict Simeone's prediction.
It's like no one knows, he will play [-] for such a long time today, you don't know and I don't know.
It's not that I'm indifferent to his tactical preparations. As a head coach and as Simeone's opponent, I still care very much, but the facts tell me that my caring and analysis are useless at all.
Because as far as reality is concerned, starting from the reality of the game, when you take a one-goal lead in the first round.
The situation will definitely change. For example, in the next game, Saul and Cork will put more energy into the offense, they will press more frantically, and their players will press higher. There may be More offensive and defensive coordination.
It's all speculation on my part, but Simeone may not follow suit.
For example, I can make a bold inference here. Most of the time in the next game, Atletico Madrid's style of play may be more similar to the last few 10 minutes of this game.
It was the period after we scored the goal, not before, and again these are my guesses.
Conversely, should they take the lead and gain the upper hand at home, they may switch to another style of play, which is another story.
This is the game, we must be prepared with both hands.
However, for us, the most important thing is not to guess what our opponents will do, but to take the time to adjust our body and physical reserves. After the tactical review, while maintaining our own state, Go to Madrid.
It's going to be a tough game, both teams in Madrid are tough opponents. "
Guardiola became more and more excited as he spoke in the interview booth, and the two hands supporting his chin couldn't help but draw with his tone of voice.
Everyone can see that Guardiola is still somewhat dissatisfied with the final result of the game. After all, [-]-[-] and [-]-[-] are two completely different scores.
"I would advise anyone who wants to judge us to go to the training ground and play against a defensive lineup like this.
How difficult it is to play Atletico Madrid, especially against a strong team with a [-] formation. "
The curtain fell on the first leg of the Champions League semi-finals, and the eyes of Fleet Street were focused on Manchester City's performance.
"Manchester City has a small victory over Atletico Madrid and has a greater hope of advancing to the final."
"Zhao Jinge is unstoppable, he will be even more dangerous in the next round!"
"Atletico Madrid's shield, Manchester City's spear, Zhao Jinge is even better."
When Guardiola returned to the locker room after the interview, he was surprised to find that his players had already showered and were not partying as usual.
Everyone was relatively calm, De Bruyne and Zhao Jinge were calling their family and friends, Kompany and Aguero were discussing what to have for dinner tonight.
In addition to the smiling Mahrez holding his mobile phone, looking at his goal animation over and over again, he insisted on watching with Kanter who was silent, and shouted:
"Don't look at this simple goal, but he is absolutely wonderful. Hey brother, on the training ground when you look back, do you want me to teach you how to shoot?"
Kante rolled his eyes wide at Mahrez, who was already so happy, and continued to listen to the elated guy bragging wildly.
"Gentlemen, today you seem to be different from usual. I thought I would see John and Kyle Walker leading everyone to dance together as soon as I came in. What's wrong? Is today's celebration over?"
A smile after the victory finally appeared on Guardiola's face. Although it was only a one-goal lead, and although Atletico Madrid had an away goal, Manchester City was the winning side anyway.
"Everyone felt that the conceded goal at the end of the game was very inappropriate, so there was no celebration today. We discussed having a dinner together in the evening, and we will not drink today."
The old captain Kompany stood up and answered Guardiola's questions.
"Boss, how about another Argentinian barbecue tonight?"
"Of course, as long as everyone likes it."
Guardiola didn't ask any other questions, and everyone was talking and laughing as they prepared to leave the stadium for dinner.
On the bus to the hotel, Zhao Jinge sat next to De Bruyne, looking a little dull. He was thinking about whether he had exerted his full strength in today's game.
Although he has achieved good results today, on the court, he can really feel the tremendous pressure brought by Atletico Madrid's defensive players.
This should be the toughest defensive opponent he has faced since his debut. Whether it is Chelsea or facing Italy in the national team, the defense of these two teams is not as huge as the pressure brought by Atletico Madrid.
He began to think about how to more effectively break through the encirclement that his opponents had specially set up for him, which is related to whether they can successfully advance to the Champions League final.
Except for the slightly dull Zhao Jinge, although everyone felt a little nervous, they were generally more relaxed.
A [-]-[-] home victory over Atletico Madrid wasn't enough to make them complacent or let their guard down, but the result definitely didn't make them overly depressed or nervous either.
Mahrez is still gushing to Kante that his goal must be popular all over the world.
Kompany comforted David Silva, who felt some discomfort in his thigh after the game.
Sterling wore a blindfold and didn't know whether he was asleep or meditating. He had no sense of existence tonight.
De Bruyne patted Zhao Jinge on the shoulder suddenly, Zhao Jinge looked at him, Teacher Ding asked directly: "What are you in a daze for?"
Zhao Jinge smiled and covered it up: "No."
Unexpectedly, Teacher Ding said empathetically:
"I know, you're still thinking about tonight's game,
Want to score more goals, thinking about how to break through the opposing defense?
Right? "
Zhao Jinge nodded after hesitating for a moment.
What De Bruyne said next warmed Zhao Jinge's heart.
"You should do your best to score as many goals as you are the best goalscorer in our team and the best in my heart.
However, it is not a matter of one person who wants to look at Atletico Madrid. The defense on the opposite side has reached the point of perfection.
You can't solve this problem if you just sit here and think about it, let's go back and see what the Boss said during the replay.
Stop thinking about it and have a good rest. "
Zhao Jinge glanced in the direction of Guardiola who was sitting in the front row, and said softly, "But."
"But you think the team needs more from you?
But in my opinion, you have done everything a striker should do!
Compared with you, in fact, other people on our offensive line may not have played their due contribution.
You played so well, you did the job they were supposed to do, you made it easy for them, it wasn't right.
I'm not saying you shouldn't do it, it's just that you should have more confidence in them, the team's offense is not your thing alone.
Believe in your teammates, just like you have always believed that I will send the ball to your feet, you should also believe that Boss will prepare the most suitable tactics for us, and your teammates can also implement it with full execution .
Concentrate on scoring goals and win the Champions League top scorer. In the past six years, the top scorers in the Champions League have been monopolized by Messi and Ronaldo. This year you should break their monopoly!
If we can win the Champions League this year and you still have a good performance in the German team, believe me, Zhao!
You could compete with those two guys for the Golden Globes this fall. "
Zhao Jinge said: "It's not as exaggerated as you said. Before the semi-finals are over, you start thinking about the Golden Globes."
"It's not impossible, we've already reached this point, it's just a matter of going one step further.
It's you!Do it boldly and make good use of every pass I have. This year is our harvest season. "
Aguero got up from the front row and smiled back at him: "Well, there is me, come on, Zhao!"
Zhao Jinge was moved, even though he felt that the two of them had misunderstood the point.
He just wanted to further improve his ability to break through dense defenses, and he really didn't think much about other things.
However, Zhao Jinge accepted the kindness of his teammates. If Manchester City and the German team can go further this year, then the Golden Globe Award, which he once thought was still far away, is not impossible.
After enjoying a delicious Argentinian barbecue, the Manchester City team went to their respective homes. The first leg against Atletico Madrid was their last game in April.
After four days of rest, Manchester City will usher in their Premier League No.30 six-round away game against Southampton in the afternoon of May [-]st.
After this game, they will pack their bags and prepare to go to Madrid in advance.
Early the next morning, according to the biological clock, Zhao Jinge got up early and was about to have breakfast after morning exercise. He suddenly received a call from De Bruyne early in the morning.
"Zhao! Do you have time?!"
De Bruyne's tone sounded a little anxious, but with a little unconscious joy.
"Of course! Didn't the boss give us a day off? What's the matter with you?"
"I'm going to tell you a happy event, I'm going to be a father!"
After De Bruyne on the other end of the phone finished speaking, he couldn't help laughing.
"Congratulations, Kevin! This is indeed a happy event. It seems that I will prepare two gifts later, one for you and one for Xiao Ding Ding!"
"Little Ding Ding's share is unnecessary, he hasn't been born yet, what gift do he need!
You can prepare two copies for me directly, and I do plan to buy a few things I like recently. "
"It's enough of you, Kevin, are you calling me early in the morning to show off and cheat your son?"
"Of course not, the team talk show, you know?
It was the one who invited you when it was almost Christmas last year. Today is my turn, but I will take Michelle to the hospital for a detailed prenatal checkup.
She didn't know she was pregnant until she used a pregnancy test stick this morning, and we are going to the hospital to have a serious checkup together.
So I don't have time to participate in the interview of the team show today. I just talked to the staff of the talk show on the phone. He asked me to recommend a teammate, and I recommended you.
Come on, after a while, a staff member should contact you.
The time is urgent, and I didn't tell you in advance, good brother, you really have to help me today, otherwise the staff from the Propaganda Department will definitely arrange various interviews for me on the grounds that I don't cooperate .
Just thinking about such a situation makes my head explode, okay?Brother, give me a word! "
"Okay, okay, for your son's sake, I'll help you once today. You can accompany Michelle well, and leave the interview to me."
"OK! As long as you have this sentence, I will treat you to dinner later."
"Bring me to dinner? I'm afraid you can't just invite me. There are so many people in our team. If we find out that you are a father, we will definitely kill you. Prepare to bleed! Kevin!"
"Hemorrhage is hemorrhage. Anyway, this kind of happy event must be celebrated with everyone. I'm ready to go. The interview depends on you, Zhao!"
"No problem, be careful on the road, have a good trip, Kevin."
Looking at the phone that had just hung up in his hand, Zhao Jinge quickly opened the team's group, and edited a message immediately.
"Tell everyone a piece of news, Kevin is going to be a father!"
"And he's going to celebrate with everyone, any ideas guys?"
After seeing the news from Zhao Jinge, the large group of teams, who usually had no movement at all in the morning, suddenly exploded after calming down for a few minutes.
Aguero: "Daddy's birthday party, let's go!"
Yaya Toure: "Congratulations, Kevin! @kevin-debruyne"
……
Except for shouting to have a party at the beginning, the rest of the people, like Yaya Toure, started swiping the screen in the group and sent messages of congratulations.
De Bruyne, who was crazy about Aite, also showed his own experience in the group.
"Thank you for your concern. After the recent game is over, everyone will come to my party!"
In this day of intense preparations, the news that De Bruyne is going to be a father has brought more joy to the Manchester City team.
Everyone must work hard, and De Bruyne cannot be defeated at such a happy time!
(End of this chapter)
