LRAB Chapter 291: Champions League semi-finalists advance to FA Cup final (this chapter
Chapter 291: Champions League semi-finalists advance to FA Cup final (this chapter
Chapter 291: Champions League semi-finalists advance to FA Cup final ( words in this chapter, another words tomorrow)
"In the first leg, Manchester City lost 0:1 to Tottenham away. They launched a fierce attack at the start of today's game. Let's see if we have any chance this time?"
"De Bruyne made a centimeter-level diagonal pass from the middle."
"Sterling dribbled the ball inside and shot into the blind corner to score. It was a very tight corner!"
"Beautiful, Manchester City took the lead in the 4th minute of the game!"
The Etihad Stadium suddenly erupted in loud cheers.
Chu Feng pulled down his baseball cap to hide his face. After all, it was inappropriate for Manchester United players to watch Manchester City play.
If the media knew about this, they would probably fabricate some fake news.
Guardiola looked back and saw the person next to Maria.
Although I couldn't see his face clearly, I knew clearly who he was.
Height 184.3cm, weight 77.5kg. He knows all of Chu Feng's statistics by heart.
The smile on Guardiola's face disappeared instantly.
"Boss, what should we do next? We are now leading with an away goal. Should we retreat and improve our passing or -"
Arteta inquired.
"Of course we have to keep attacking. Tottenham's midfield is about to collapse, and scoring goals will only become easier."
Guardiola calmed down and made a calm judgment.
Manchester City's midfielders De Bruyne, Gundogan and David Silva perfectly suppressed Tottenham's diamond midfield.
As Guardiola thought, Manchester City continued to maintain its original tactics.
But he underestimated Tottenham's counterattack.
In the 7th minute of the game, Vertonghen's precise long pass found Ali who was lurking on the left rib.
The England talent seized the opportunity and passed the ball directly into the penalty area.
Laporte judged the direction correctly, but made a mistake in clearing the ball, and the ball fell right near Son Heung-min.
Son Heung-min did not waste the opportunity and equalized the score with a shot.
"Manchester City's form is not right. Is it because they didn't rotate well?"
Pogba said doubtfully.
The midfield and frontcourt looked OK, but the backcourt performance was a disaster.
There was no other reason for Laporte's mistake just now, it was purely a mistake in clearing the ball with a long foot.
"Harry wouldn't make a mistake like that."
David Luiz shrugged.
"Indeed, this kind of half-high ball clearance is very difficult. If it were me, I would have let David handle the ball."
Maguire nodded approvingly.
De Gea, who was standing next to him, had a bad look on his face and advised earnestly, "I am used to standing closer to the goal, so you must not leak behind me. Otherwise, if you run into a fast striker, he will speed around you and get a one-on-one chance!"
"David is right, Harry, you must remember that." Chu Feng also echoed.
Just now he put himself in the perspective of an attacking player. Once he encounters a central defender like Maguire, he will definitely speed up to fight for a chance.
"Ok."
Maguire answered seriously.
Wow! ! !
While everyone was chatting idly, cheers broke out again at the Etihad Stadium.
It's still Laporte.
The Belgian central defender made a mistake in passing the ball in the backcourt, and Lucas Jr. intercepted the ball and made a cross pass in a counterattack. Eriksen received the ball on the left and adjusted his shot, and Ederson could only make a symbolic save.
1: 2!
Manchester City conceded two goals in just three minutes, and everyone from the fans to the players were in a daze.
what's the situation?
They had firm control over the game situation, so why was the score completely the opposite?
Guardiola was so angry that he almost fell down. He pointed at Laporte and cursed: "How dare you give such a dangerous ball? De Bruyne was in front to receive the ball, why did you dare to pass it sideways?! Cheer up and don't make any more low-level mistakes!"
As he spoke, he angrily threw his hands and let Stones warm up.
Manchester City is now on the edge of the cliff. Another goal could mean a death sentence, so they must make some bold moves.
Substitute the center back in less than ten minutes
Chu Feng just stood there in the stands. This was too unbelievable. Which head coach would dare to do this?
Guardiola is really bold, but we have to admit that the effect is good.
Although Stones is still relatively young, he has already shown the demeanor of a great general. He is much more stable than Vertonghen, and can also take on some organizational work.
This type of player is most effective in restraining Tottenham's high pressing.
The 16th minute of the game.
Stones found De Bruyne at the far end and the Belgian Ding Ding made another through ball.
The ball has arrived!
The football was close to the ground and was spinning inwards. Aguero easily moved forward to receive the ball and then kicked it behind him with his heel.
B received the ball, took half a step sideways and shot at a small angle.
The ball hit Danny Rose's calf and bounced into the goal.
2: 2!
Four goals were scored in less than twenty minutes. The audience was so excited that they kept saying it was so exciting!
Chu Feng was also very emotional.
But according to his memory, Manchester City finally lost to Tottenham.
Will history change?
Seventy minutes later he got his answer—it had changed.
The second round was 4:2, and the total score was 4:3.
Etihad became a sea of celebration, and every Manchester City fan in blue was celebrating the team's advancement to the semi-finals of the Champions League.
Chu Feng looked at Guardiola in the coaching booth and thought that his future father-in-law was still as fierce as ever.
How many coaches in the football world can do the operation of replacing Stones with Laporte?
And this is the biggest reason why Manchester City can win.
"After Manchester City lost the league title last season, the players have obviously become more cautious and frantic."
"Although these are antonyms, they are very suitable for Manchester City players!"
"After conceding two goals in a row to Tottenham, Manchester City maintained absolute suppression and did not even give Tottenham a chance to counterattack."
"Finally, congratulations to Manchester City for reaching the Champions League semi-finals!"
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at the same time.
In Porto's Dragon Stadium, Pepe kicked Salah in the heart and knocked him to the ground.
The Egyptian Pharaoh held his stomach and wailed, and kept greeting Pepe's family in his heart.
What grudge do I have against you, Real Madrid?
Last season, Ramos dislocated his arm, and this season, Pepe kicked him so hard that his ribs might have been broken.
The referee showed Pepe a red card.
Pepe shrugged and spread his hands indifferently. Anyway, Porto's Champions League campaign is over and the suspension will be next season.
The Champions League quarter-finals are now over.
The four teams that advanced to the Champions League semi-finals are Manchester City, Ajax, Manchester United and Liverpool.
Is the Premier League the most valuable of the five major leagues?
This question is self-evident. Three of the top four teams in the Champions League are from the Premier League, and they are the top three in the Premier League standings.
This made the British very happy.
I patrol social media intensively every day and post a screenshot whenever someone refutes me.
Because the Champions League knockout stage adopts the divisional rules.
Therefore, the original draw ceremony was cancelled and the schedule of Manchester City vs. Ajax and Manchester United vs. Liverpool was directly generated.
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The next day.
Carrington training base, Manchester United players' locker room.
"Manchester City are a little too strong. The tactical and psychological adjustments they made after conceding a goal are something we may not be able to do."
Maguire said worriedly.
There are only a few rounds left in this season's league, and Manchester United is still two points behind Manchester City.
The head-to-head confrontation at the end of April will have a huge impact on who will win the Premier League title.
If Manchester United draws with Manchester City or loses, they can basically say goodbye to the championship and prepare for the 2019-20 season in advance.
There is hope only if they beat Manchester City, but the question is, can they do it?
The Manchester United players were not sure.
"I don't know how many times I've told you, don't look too far ahead, what's most important is to focus on the present."
Chu Feng put on new sneakers and stood up to try them on.
Puma worked hard and finally completed the adjustments and made his customized sneakers.
"Actually, Chu is right. It's useless to think so much. It will only affect our own mentality."
As an elder, Ashley Young gives some advice to the younger ones.
"I know you are under pressure. After all, as a Manchester United player, you should know that the team's goal is to win the championship the moment you step out of the locker room."
“But it doesn’t mean you have to stand on tiptoe to watch the championship, but you have to take every game seriously during the process!”
Valencia also said a few words.
"Let's go train first."
Chu Feng was the first to walk out of the locker room.
Mourinho was already standing at the sidelines. He hesitated for a moment and then said, "Tomorrow we will play Watford in the FA Cup semi-final. I should let you play the first half so that you can save some energy for the league game."
"How do you feel physically? If you have any questions, please ask."
Given Manchester United's current situation, it is difficult to fight on three fronts with all their might, and they can only let some players bear more pressure.
As the offensive core of Manchester United, Chu Feng would be best able to play in key games.
"Watford is not that strong. We will try to get a head start tomorrow and try to beat them before 30 minutes."
Chu Fengshuo was very rude, even arrogant.
But in fact, this is the result of his rational analysis.
Although Watford ranks eighth in the Premier League, they have a very fatal problem.
That means bullying the weak and fearing the strong.
As long as Watford can put enough pressure at the beginning, they will be defeated.
Tomorrow, Manchester United's semi-rotated lineup plus myself are fully capable of suppressing Watford.
"My idea is exactly the same as yours. We must establish an advantage at the beginning."
Mourinho said with a smile.
As long as they can score goals in the early stages of the game, the players will have little psychological pressure.
From now on, as long as we follow the established tactics, we will have at least an 80% chance of winning the game.
"The recent competitions are very important. Everyone, hold on a little longer. I'll give you a holiday in May and let Chu treat you to a meal then."
Mourinho once again painted a rosy picture for Manchester United players.
"Boss, I've been in the team for more than a year, and I haven't seen you treat anyone yet. Shouldn't you show some appreciation?"
Chu Feng rubbed his fingers as he spoke.
"Also, that Portuguese egg tart is delicious. Come and have some when you have time!"
Rashford added with a smile.
After he finished speaking, he pretended to be in deep thought. After a while, he suddenly realized something and said, "Oh, I remember now. Chu even told us specifically, but you didn't let him tell us!"
Chu Feng: “.”
My buddy worked really hard to maintain the relationship between the players and the coach, but in the end he was backstabbed by his teammates?
Mourinho touched his nose awkwardly.
He was really not used to this way of getting along with the players.
But it's also quite interesting.
Maguire shook his big head, his eyes rolled around a few times, and he asked tentatively: "Boss, can you treat us to ice cream today?"