Chapter 273 Warm-Up Before the Competition

The striker does not just refer to the striker. In the mind of Chelsea coach Mourinho, for this game, this has become a general concept, which refers to all shots that can threaten the goal.

It was clear in the game that Manchester City were more efficient than Chelsea, and Mourinho also attributed the reason to the 'up front'.

This conclusion can be drawn both from observations and data.

However, in Mourinho's view, the more critical is indeed the striker, because for offense, the role of the striker is not only reflected in the goal.

Just like Anelka and Drogba in this game, the two are the same type of players, standing at the front of the formation, not just to find opportunities to shoot, no matter which of the two is still To shoulder another very important responsibility - tactical center.

Just like the Liverpool striker Crouch, everyone knows that Crouch is a tactical center. He has not scored many goals in many games, but Benitez has given him starting opportunities again and again. This is because Crouch even Not scoring goals can also play a considerable role in the overall strategy. The simplest one is that he can attract enough defenses.

The same is true for Anelka and Drogba. They are not standard 'tactical' centres, but players who rush to the front will always have a tactical role.

In addition, for the entire team, the running, pulling and coordination of the striker and the entire team are also very important for a center, which can give him more opportunities and also allow the opponent's defense. More headache, but also can cooperate with the entire team's offense.

All of the above combined, it is all the things a striker does in the game, and each of them is important.

In Mourinho's view, Drogba is by no means weaker than Anelka in terms of personal ability. Physical and technical are not bad. The main difference in the game is the tactical role. In addition, Anelka also played better in the goal.

in other words. Anelka does a better job of attracting defenses and moving to help his teammates stretch the space. At the same time, shooting is more efficient.

The former is actually not only personal ability and performance, but also has a lot to do with Manchester City’s tactics. In short, Manchester City’s tactics require every player to keep running. As a striker, Anelka naturally also needs to participate in the tactical system. , while he kept running in front. It will be a headache for Chelsea's defense. In addition, Anelka is also Manchester City's 'most dangerous player', so defensive players will pay attention to him, so he can attract more defense, which also creates more space and opportunities for other Manchester City players.

Another point is the direct shooting efficiency.

This is entirely a personal play. Anelka scored 2 goals in 4 shots, and Drogba also scored 4 shots, but so far it has still failed.

That's the difference between the two performances.

If Drogba had Anelka's efficiency. Then the current score may be another situation.

Mourinho sighed in his heart.

When he arrived at Chelsea three years ago, he desperately needed an effective centre-forward. Therefore, Drogba, who chose the 'big man', now secretly regrets it.

Drogba is also good, but if there is an more efficient Anelka, maybe these three years will change.

But now... it's too late.

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Manchester City coaching bench.

Wan Sheng sat quietly with a smile on his face.

He didn't know what Mourinho was thinking, but the game was going according to his 'plan'.

Few people could have imagined before the game that Manchester City would choose to fight against Chelsea at home.

That's right, it's hard work.

Manchester City's previous style of play was to control the football, plus intentional fast-breaks to gain opportunities. There was not much time to really fight hard, but in this game, Manchester City did it. They let go of it completely. In the whole game with Chelsea, the two teams fought fiercely, and they also fought against each other. In this direct collision, the key to victory or defeat is not the tactical cooperation, but the comprehensive strength of the two teams and their on-the-spot performance.

Some professionals saw Manchester City play like this and immediately thought that Chelsea would win, because Chelsea's overall strength was stronger.

In terms of the comparison lineup, Manchester City is also very good, but considering every position in Chelsea, they are stars who are worth over 10 million and have been playing with integrity. Manchester City is mostly young players, and there are veterans like Beckham in the starting lineup. , Fighting head on, Manchester City has absolutely no advantage at all.

In terms of the game situation, it can also be seen that Chelsea has the advantage.

The possession rates of the two teams are similar, but considering that some of Manchester City's possession is in the backcourt, Chelsea still played a lot of advantages. The number of threats to the goal can also show this, but the current score has turned the situation upside down - Manchester City 4 :2 lead!

Manchester City are more efficient!

Anyone can see this, and as the manager of Manchester City, Wan Sheng is not surprised at all.

Why?

After upgrading the 'shooting', the bonus of coaching skills to the ability in front of the goal is almost doubled. If it is not more efficient than Chelsea, it really shows that the team's state is extremely bad.

Therefore, Wansheng has no worries in this regard at all, and the overall game is under control.

The current situation is what we thought about before the game. This is the confidence in our team, and it also comes from the confidence in the football training master.

It is estimated that Mourinho and the media will think that the gap caused by the player's performance or the ability of the striker, but in fact, Wansheng will not tell them what the situation is.

In fact, Wan Sheng did this not to 'test' coaching skills.

That doesn't make sense.

In this game, in addition to trying to "not lose" to ensure the team's undefeated, the more important purpose is to highlight the ability of the strikers.

The most important thing is--Nicolas-Anelka!

Anelka will almost certainly leave at the end of the season, so highlighting his ability now can also give those 'buyers' confidence and make them even more crazy to hope for this outstanding French shot, Anelka's worth is also will increase a lot.

This is the main purpose.

The goal seems to have been achieved. Four-footed shots and two goals. How many players can be found in the world with such strong personal ability, high efficiency in front of goal, and great reputation?

There is only one in front of you now!

After this game, the clubs who made offers for Anelka will surely be more willing to raise their prices.

Wan Sheng smiled with satisfaction.

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After Anelka scored the second goal, the score became 4:2, with Manchester City leading by two goals and with only 10 minutes left, the game was basically no suspense.

Also, it's important to note that the outcome of the game doesn't really mean anything to Chelsea.

So by this time, Chelsea players don't have the spirit to fight, and there are not many fans watching the away game. They don't need to fight for 'meaningless and hopeless ten minutes'.

As a result, the final battle between the two sides was much more peaceful, with less fighting, less targeted attack, and less threat in front of the goal.

In the final time, the football was more time rolling around near the center line, players on both sides were involved in the competition, but many players ran much less.

Everyone knows that the game has entered a 'garbage' time.

In the end, as the referee blew the whistle, the game ended and Manchester City beat Chelsea 4:2 at home.

"The game is over, Manchester City won 4:2!"

"The league has passed 37 rounds, and they have remained unbeaten for 37 rounds, which is really an amazing result!"

"There is only one round left, only one more round, as long as they hold on, they will usher in the great glory of undefeated in 38 rounds of the season! In history, this glory has only been achieved by AC Milan and Arsenal, and Manchester City will have a chance. Add your team's name to it!"

Many Manchester City fans also got excited amid Berbat's shouts, who chanted in the stands--

"Undefeated! Undefeated!"

"Unbeaten season! Manchester City are unbeaten!"

They shouted excitedly, as if Manchester City had won another league title.

In this atmosphere, Wan Sheng also walked over and took the initiative to shake hands with Mourinho. Both of them looked at each other with a smile, as if they were old friends, but in fact, their eyes were unfriendly. .

In England, their battle is not over yet.

Just half a month later, in mid-May, Manchester City and Chelsea will play against each other at the new Wembley Stadium for the FA Cup crown in the 2006-07 season.

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After the game, many media reported Manchester City's unbeaten '37 rounds', and there was only one opponent left in front of Manchester City - Tottenham Hotspur.

This is an away game.

Although Tottenham are at home, looking back on the process of Tottenham and Manchester City, no one thinks Tottenham can beat Manchester City and stop their unbeaten season.

"There is no reason for Tottenham to start a war with Manchester City, and there is no reason to stop Manchester City."

"Even if they wanted to do it, it was very difficult to do."

For these two reasons, many people believe that Manchester City can create a great undefeated season. Just like the last round was 'irrelevant' to Chelsea, the last round is also meaningless to Tottenham. Their players, coaches, They are all ready to enjoy a rare vacation, and have no intention to deal with meaningless wars at all.

In addition, even if Tottenham wants to stop Manchester City, it is difficult to judge their previous performance against Manchester City.

"Maybe this game will be a warm-up before the battle between Manchester City and Chelsea." The game was just three days before the FA Cup final. "This warm-up will also make Manchester City in a better state."

"Manchester Stadium" said ironically.

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