masters-orleans Chapter 131 Deadlock!
Chapter 131 Deadlock!
Chapter 131 Deadlock!
Although I don't know why Zheng Long came up suddenly, but there is no good passing point anyway, maybe Zheng Long has a better passing route.
Fernandez passed the ball to Zheng Long.
Zheng Long received the ball and raised his head to look at his teammates in the frontcourt.
There was no good passing route, so Zheng Long passed the ball to Nani on the other side.
After passing the ball, Zheng Long ran back quickly.
But this time he didn't run back to the goal line, and Zheng Long ran to the middle of the half.
This position is convenient for Zheng Long to run to the center circle to catch the ball. At the same time, even if the opponent suddenly counterattacks, or even directly lobs the goal in their half, Zheng Long can guarantee to return to the defense in time.
Whenever he saw the ball being hit, Zheng Long would take the initiative to run forward to catch it.
The fans saw that Zheng Long just ran up to meet him, and immediately ran back.
They are completely confused.
What is Zheng Long trying to do?
Unlike fans who don't know Zheng Long's situation, head coach Popovich does.
Zheng Long wanted to stimulate his nerves and get excited through the impact.
Popovich also understood that Zheng Long was helpless.
Seeing that Zheng Long used various methods to keep himself in shape, his worries about him were also reduced.
Popovich focused on the court.
Almost 30 minutes into the first half of the game, Zaragoza had a complete advantage, with a ball possession rate reaching 79%, basically betting on the opponent to conduct a half-court offensive and defensive drill.
But even with such an advantage, Zaragoza won't score!
Popovich turned his head and asked his assistant Nekens. "What's the situation in the other game now?"
Popovich didn't say it clearly, and Nekens knew which game the other party was talking about.
In this round of the game, Popovich not only has to care about this game, but also worries about the situation between Real Betis and Sporting Gijon.
There is a dedicated staff member who has been paying attention to the situation of that game.
Nekens was back soon. "It's also 0-0 over there now, evenly divided!"
Hearing that the other side is now 0-0, Popovich is somewhat relieved.
But until the last moment of the game, you don't know what the final result will be.
If you want to take the lead, you still have to guarantee your own victory in this game.
Thinking of this, Popovich stood on the side of the court and shouted loudly, reminding the players to move the ball more and make full use of the space on the court.
Played in halftime by Zaragoza, although I know it is a tactical need, even though I know that as long as the tie is won, the whole team will receive a bonus of 5 euros from Real Besti.
They are not those players in La Liga.Their average annual salary is between 30 and 50 euros, if tax deductions are included.They get between 20 and 30.
A bonus of 5 euros is not a small amount for many players!
But it still feels suffocating!
In particular, Leganes forward number 11 Martin Blaise was forced to retreat to the half-court defense.
I often see the opponent's goalkeeper rushing to the center circle to respond.The goal behind him is completely empty, as long as he rushes up to break the ball, there will be a large space for himself to sprint.
If it doesn't work, even a lob in the backcourt is very likely to score the ball.
I really want to go up and steal the ball, come on!
Every time forward Martin Blaise sees Zheng Long rushing up, he wants to call his teammates to press up and grab the ball.
Just thinking about the coach's arrangement before the game and thinking about the bonus, I can only forcefully suppress my impulse.
Not yet, so be patient.
The first half was a bit dull, until the referee blew the whistle for the intermission.
On-site commentator Alfredo Martinez took the opportunity to explain.
"Half time is over! The score is still 0-0. Real Betis will be happy soon if the game ends like this."
"Although Zaragoza will also get a place to advance to La Liga at that time, I believe they will never be willing to draw."
"However, it is not easy for them to win. Leganes' defensive strategy in the first half was very successful. They hoarded players in the penalty area, which well restricted the sprint of Zaragoza players and the space for shooting!"
"There is not enough space. Zaragoza is good at defensive counterattacks and can't play. Baston is also trapped and can't give full play to his height advantage!"
"During the intermission, Popovich needs to find a way to improve the efficiency of the players. Otherwise, the champions of the second division will stay away from them!"
As the commentator said, during the intermission.
Popovich didn't pay much attention to defense.
Although thinking that the opponent might attack suddenly, Zaragoza was caught off guard.
But as long as Zheng Long stays focused, Popovich believes that the interceptor will be able to prevent the opponent's attack.
Even Popovich kind of wants Leganes to do it.
In this way, there will not be so many people in the opponent's penalty area, and it is better to counterattack when the opponent does not return to defense in time.
Popovich mainly focused on offense.
The opponent is defending with all their strength and wants to overcome the opponent's bus tactics. Now all they can count on are tactical corner kicks and free kick tactics.
On the big tactical board, Popovich shouted while drawing with a marker pen.
"When Baston takes a corner, you run forward, close to the angle. Get the attention of the opponent and take the opponent's defender away!"
"Cabrera and Baston together, Vallejo, you have to use the pick and roll of your teammates and run out of the gap."
"William Jose, Garareta, you guys have to help with the pick-and-roll, block and mark the Vallejo people, and when necessary, you can use some small means. But remember to control the strength. Don't be caught by the referee. understand?"
William Jose and Gararetta nodded immediately. "clear!"
"When Joaquin and Nani make free throws, improve the quality of the pass. The opponent will not give us too many opportunities. We need to seize every opportunity!"
"Guys, Real Betis and Sporting Gijon are still 0-0. Although I dare not say that this opportunity will be maintained in the end. But as long as we seize one chance! One chance, the championship may belong to us!"
"One chance! Come on!"
Zaragoza players shouted together. "come on!"
On the other hand, Leganes coach Gallitano was very satisfied with the team's performance in the first half.
"Guys, you performed well in the first half and held on. In the second half, Zaragoza will definitely be more anxious. But we must calm down and follow the goals I set before the game! OK?"
"Yes, sir!"
15 minutes quickly, and the second half resumed.
It has been a season of hard work, but the ownership of the second division champion of this season will be decided in just 45 minutes.
At the beginning, Zaragoza still launched a fierce attack!
In the 52nd minute, Nani received a pass from his teammate, dribbled the ball from the left and forced a breakthrough, but was brought down by No. 3 Bustinza.
The referee's whistle sounded and a free kick was taken in the frontcourt.
This position is about 37 meters away from the goal, which is a bit far from the direct goal.
Nani stood on the tee point, covered his mouth and discussed with Pedro.
Except for Zheng Long, Zaragoza's players all ran to the penalty area.
Leganes coach Gallitano stood on the sidelines and shouted loudly, telling the players to keep an eye on their own men.
At a distance of 2 meters, Zaragoza's coach Popovich also shouted anxiously, reminding the players to execute tactics.
Nani took a deep breath, looked at the situation in front of the goal, and after a few steps of approach, he slammed towards the ball.
With the eyes of all the fans, the ball crossed an arc and landed in the small penalty area!
(End of this chapter)