Chapter 202 The Wall of Sighs!
Manchester City picked the side and Monchengladbach had the ball.
After the opening, Manchester City's frontcourt players began to press consciously.
And Borussia did not retreat to its own half.
After Xhaka got the ball, he directly passed the ball to Traore.
Traore and Johnson are quite capable of breaking through from the wing.
They happened to encounter Guardiola's three-back system, which made them even more comfortable.
Traore's strong body, after a burst, Manchester City's defense had a big problem.
This is the case with the three-center-back system. After shrinking, it gives wide opportunities to wide players.
Many commentators are puzzled by the fact that Guardiola still arbitrarily arranges this lineup when faced with a team like Borussia Monchengladbach that has a strong side impact.
Kolarov stumbled and was unable to stop Traore.
Traore drove straight in and rushed into the penalty area along the baseline.
Manchester City's defense was in a hurry.
While Kompany was filling in, Traore swept the ball towards the center.
Traore's shooting is very hip, but he is very good at breaking and passing. He is an enhanced version of Cunha.
Otamendi slipped away again when defending...
Otamendi has a tough style and a certain ability to score the ball, but he often rushes forward rashly or loses concentration.
This time, he failed to take precautions in time.
Seeing the football being passed into the penalty area, Otamendi started half a beat slower, kicked up, and Rafael fell directly to the ground!
Rafael fell to the ground, and the referee did not stop the game immediately.
Borussia's players immediately shouted and complained to the referee.
Otamendi immediately grabbed the ball and wanted to launch a counterattack.
The ball was kicked out and the referee stopped the game.
When Otamendi saw this situation, he knew something was wrong. He quickly ran to the referee and tried his best to explain.
The referee was expressionless, listening to the voice coming from the headphones.
Soon, the referee ran to the sidelines, ready to watch Var.
Zhao Yi stood near the midfield. He did not see the specific situation.
But when var intervenes, the problem is obviously more serious.
It had just begun, and Manchester City's defense made such a serious mistake.
Something bad is going to happen!
"Look at this replay... Otamendi... really kicked Rafael's heel!
The referee's view was blocked and he could not be sure at the first moment.
Var steps in...basically a penalty!
This time, it's not all Otamendi's problem. Manchester City's defense is too thin.
Traore is like entering his own back garden.
Manchester City's players don't seem to be used to the three-back system yet. "
"For such an important game, Guardiola is reorganizing again... Isn't it a bit too much? You can test the lineup in the League Cup or FA Cup!"
After the referee watches the replay.
Turn around and walk to the court.
He raised his arms and made a var gesture.
Next, there was a whistle, and one hand pointed at twelve yards angrily.
This may be the most handsome moment of the referee.
It’s also time for the old guys from Sulei to have a carnival.
In the first minute of the game, Borussia Monchengladbach got a penalty kick at home!
"Manchester City got off to a bad start. Just one minute into the game, Borussia Mönchengladbach got a penalty!
And Borussia seems to have found a way to deal with Manchester City. If Manchester City's defense remains the same, Borussia is likely to get more opportunities in the future! "Teacher Zhan Lu sighed with emotion.
Manchester City's defense needs reinforcements in the winter window!
Otherwise it will be difficult to go far in the Champions League.
In the first game, a big victory over Juventus may have covered up Manchester City's defense problems.
Raphael stood at the penalty spot and took a deep breath.
There are no cowards in front of the twelve yards, and there are heroes above the goal line.
Penalty kicks are the greatest test of a player's psychological quality.
Joe Hart jumped twice on the goal line.
Zhao Yi stood outside the penalty area and pointed to the left side of the goal with his left index finger.
Before each game, Zhao Yi will carefully watch the opponent's game videos and data.
He originally did not want to command veteran players like Joe Hart. This behavior is likely to dissatisfy Joe Hart.
After all, Zhao Yi is an outsider in the goalkeeping field.
However, now Zhao Yi feels that he should start to take some responsibilities.
Joe Hart saw Zhao Yi's gesture. He had no expression and stared at Raphael.
Raphael took off and hit the goal with a heavy kick!
Joe Hart rushed to the left side of the goal!
It's not a half-high ball that the goalkeeper likes, but a low ball.
But because Joe Hart reacted in advance, he opened his left palm and flicked the ball out with a slap!
Otamendi rushed into the penalty area and kicked the ball out of the sideline.
Raphael held his head and knelt in the penalty area.
Best opportunity!
It was actually judged that the direction was right!
After the clearance, Otamendi hugged Joe Hart and almost called him dad.
This pounce really saved Otamendi.
Guardiola stood on the sidelines and applauded.
Pretty!
Well done!
Joe Hart roared into the stands, and the Borussia fans held their heads in disbelief just like Raphael.
"Jo Hart! This ball is so brave! You judged the right direction!
Manchester City's absolute hero! "
Borussia quickly sent a side ball.
Xhaka came up, and after receiving the ball, he passed the ball, and Delmic passed it laterally again.
This time it's Johnson.
Johnson made a breakthrough from the wing, but was blocked by Otamendi and was unable to complete the cross.
The only option was to pass the ball backwards. Stindl, who responded, saw the position behind Gundogan and kicked it straight!
This is also a problem with the three-back system. There is an obvious gap in the ribs between the midfielder and the defender.
For players who are good at seizing opportunities, it is a very, very huge loophole.
Johnson quickly got into position.
After leading the ball, he shot directly with a blast!
There is no chance for Gundogan to return to defense and Otamendi to make up defense.
Borussia Mönchengladbach was fully prepared before the game.
A heavy shot, hitting within the door frame!
Joe Hart, ever alert, flew up and stopped the football with his right arm.
The football rebounded into the penalty area and bounced off the ground.
Otamendi fell to the ground and made a shovel. The football bounced up and floated past his legs!
Otamendi also has some problems with his judgment on where to place the football.
Raphael followed, raised his right leg, and fired a volley!
It was extremely powerful, but it was just too hasty to pursue the angle.
Joe Hart climbed up regardless of his own safety, but before he could react, the football hit him in the chest.
The football popped up again and Joe Hart fell straight up on the goal line.
The crisis in the penalty area had not yet been resolved, and Joe Hart got up again based on instinct.
"Jo Hart did a great job! After saving the penalty kick, he made two consecutive amazing saves!
Wall of Sighs!
Manchester City's own wall of sighs! "
Sterling, who came back from defense, got ahead of Delmic and poked the ball out.
David Silva in the center received the ball and moved to the left in a wide range.
"Man City's counterattack! Very fast! Zhao Yi has already crossed the center line!"
