Three Hundred and Eighty-Four: Beat You Until You Collapse

Some people say that to evaluate the level of a head coach, it is best to look at his performance after the team takes the lead.

After the team finally scores a goal and takes the lead, it starts to act like a miser who got a windfall, and starts to be conservative and wants to maintain the advantage and the score. That is a low hand. This kind of person can easily become someone else's reverse. Object.

On the contrary, after scoring a goal and taking the lead, you are a master if you continue to maintain the situation on the field!

Yang Cheng has also been a master once. He made mistakes and learned to be good, so now he has become a master.

When the team scored a goal and the entire Old Trafford Stadium and even the whole world were boiling, he did not choose to be conservative. Instead, he asked the players to continue to put pressure on Milan on the court. He kept asking the team He continued to attack Milan's defense, even moving the defense forward.

In fact, what he wanted to achieve was the same as those of low players. They were all to maintain the 1:0 score and enter the halftime break, but he did it in a completely different way.

Entering the halftime break with a score of 1:0 and a huge advantage on the scene, this is not only a morale boost for Inter Milan, but also a heavy blow to Milan.

Most of the adjustments made during the halftime break were based on the period before the end of the first half.

Therefore, Yang Cheng posed a big problem for Ancelotti, that is, how should Milan start the second half when Inter Milan's offensive is surging? How to equalize the score? How to reverse it?

Of course, Ancelotti will have a headache, and Yang Cheng will also have a hard time.

"What do you think Ancelotti will do in the second half?" Yang Cheng turned his head and asked the assistant beside him with a solemn expression.

Paul Bayer looked at Benitez and spoke first: "Their offense in the first half was never able to open up the situation. If they can equalize the score first in the second half, the situation will be alleviated. From the attack in the first half, It seems that there is no chance in the middle, and I guess Ancelotti will probably use Rivaldo."

The Brazilian's tearing ability on the wing is still very good, and his cutting inside on the wing, as well as his excellent personal skills, are all Ancelotti relies on.

"Do you think they will change the forward?" Yang Cheng frowned.

In fact, he feels that judging from Milan's current forward configuration, if a double forward is needed, Rivaldo is more effective than anyone else. Whether it is partnering with Shevchenko or Inzaghi, they are all awesome, but Unfortunately,

No matter how tyrannical he is, he can't compare to Prime Minister Lao Bei's good intentions.

Paul Bayer was stunned for a moment and felt a little hesitant.

When a head coach plans tactics, it's like playing a game of chess. He has to make choices.

Just like now, Inter Milan has a strong offensive and Milan is passive, but both the midfield and the backcourt can withstand Inter Milan's attack relatively well, so that at the last moment of the first half, the scene is in a stalemate.

In this stalemate, whether it is from the backcourt or the midfield, taking someone down may break the balance on the court. No one can say whether the result will be good or bad.

If you follow the normal choice of a head coach, of course he would keep the midfield and backcourt unchanged, remove either Shevchenko or Inzaghi, and replace him with Rivaldo, but Ancelotti is really willing to do this ?

You know, the two forwards are already complaining a lot, and with Lao Bei above their heads, once the midfield substitutions are made, there is no guarantee that they will not get angry after the game, and when these two great gods get angry, the effect will be the same. Rivaldo's outburst was completely different.

At least the Brazilians don't like Lao Bei very much.

If you replace someone and win, it's okay to say that at least you have a bargaining chip, but once you lose...

It has been proven countless times that Ancelotti will never replace a double forward, which is why Rivaldo complains that he has few opportunities!

"How is Costacurta's physical condition?" Yang Cheng turned around and asked.

Tim Hank immediately looked at the data on his laptop. From the running distance and other data, he could probably guess the physical fitness of this veteran. After all, he is old. In such a high-intensity game, it is inevitable that physical fitness will be consumed. Faster than usual.

"It should be almost done!" Tim replied.

Benitez was stunned for a moment, then smiled bitterly, "Do you still want to give him another try?"

Yang Cheng laughed, "Today's Milan defense is like an old man who is struggling. Whether it is Costacurta or Maldini, they are not young. The latter is okay, but Costacurta , it’s obvious that my physical fitness can’t keep up. If at this time..."

The Chinese raised his right hand and made a crosscut in front of his neck, then laughed, "Do you think it will be very enjoyable?"

Benitez shook his head, "It's crazy, we are ahead!" The Spaniard found this difficult to understand.

The safer tactic at this time is for Inter Milan to continue to adhere to the tactics of the first half in the second half, allowing Milan to press forward and then use Milan's loopholes to counterattack. In this way, no matter whether they can score or not, they can at least maintain their advantage. .

"Wouldn't it be better to just send them on their way?" Yang Cheng asked with a smile.

After a pause, Yang Cheng added: "And to be honest, I don't think Ancelotti will come out and fight!"

This is a way of guessing the opponent's thoughts. Benitez and others will guess that Ancelotti will come out to fight. Could it be that the Italians can't guess it? Wouldn't he prevent Inter Milan from continuing to adhere to the tactics of the first half?

Maybe he just felt that Inter Milan wanted him to press out, so he didn't press out. After all, being 1 goal behind was not really unacceptable to him. As long as he could score in the second half and equalize the score , then we don’t know who will win or lose, but if the pressure comes out and Inter Milan seizes the loophole and takes another victory, then the game will really be over.

As long as you think about it this way, it is not difficult to understand that Yang Cheng's tactics may seem risky, but in fact they are not very risky.

Costacurta has a yellow card. As long as Inter Milan continues to seize this area to pursue and attack fiercely, Milan will have to defend. When the time comes, they will attack the right wing if they can break through. If they cannot break through, they will attack the left wing unexpectedly.

Yang Cheng's idea is actually very simple. I just saw that you are not good on the right, so I take the initiative to attack. When I attack, you have to strengthen your defense on the right. When I attack, you have to retreat. Even if you defend the right. Road, but you will definitely expose loopholes in other areas, and then I will surprise you and hit your loopholes.

This is a very barbaric, even rough tactic, and it is very suitable for today's Inter Milan. After all, the Nerazzurri have the advantage in terms of strength, score, and situation.

Yang Cheng is telling you clearly that I will attack you until you collapse!

One more goal and the game was over early.

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When the second half began, players from both sides returned to the court, and neither side made any changes to their lineups.

"It seems that in such a crucial final, the head coaches of both sides still focus on stability. They still choose to believe in their starting lineup. After all, this is the strongest lineup they can put together."

"But there is no doubt that Ancelotti, who is temporarily behind in the game, will definitely make adjustments to his tactics. But without Rivaldo, who has been very popular, how will Ancelotti make adjustments?"

Inter Milan, who won the right to serve, still chose to attack the left.

After the ball bounced back and forth several times in the backcourt, Emerson quickly sent the ball to the left and handed it to Gianluca Zambrotta.

The Italian full-back, who was very active in this game, got the ball forward and prepared to break into Milan's half. Gattuso immediately surrounded him.

At the same time, his teammate of the Italian national team, Gianluca Zambrotta, knew how powerful Gattuso was, and also knew that being entangled with him would be troublesome, so he got ahead of him and knocked the ball across to Pirlo, who attracted the ball after getting it. After catching Gattuso's attention, he knocked back again.

After a one-two, Inter Milan dribbled the ball through Gattuso's defense zone.

Zambrotta took the ball and continued to rush forward. In the first half, Nedvěd, who was obviously on the right side, appeared at the front of the penalty area in the middle. As soon as he saw Zambrotta coming up, he immediately came over. .

The Italian faced Costacurta directly, but did not directly attack, but chose to hit him horizontally. Nedvěd got the ball at the penalty area line, leaned on Ambrosini with his body, and directly kicked the ball hard. Volley.

This kick was very powerful. Although Dida fell to the ground and hugged him near the left post, it started Inter Milan's attack.

As the second half gradually unfolded, Yang Cheng's midfield adjustments became more obvious.

Both forwards Ronaldo and Van Nistelrooy are concentrated in the penalty area. The Brazilian can roam around Van Nistelrooy at will, retreat, or pull wide at the right time. Nedved is more like a left winger. Responsible for directly attacking the Costacurta area, while Gianluca Zambrotta behind him is responsible for the response.

On the contrary, it was on the right. Inter Milan scored a goal in this area in the first half, but Yang Cheng directly gave up the attack on the right in the second half and turned to attack the left with all his heart. Zanetti basically didn't. Moving forward, Deco's position is further forward, like an attacking midfielder, responsible for delivering cannonballs to the two forwards in the penalty area.

As a result, the right wing fell into a stalemate, but it was the left wing where Inter Milan frequently threatened. Provided by Tianhuo Longjun, Qihang update team

"Milan's right wing looks in danger. Is Ancelotti considering making substitutions?"

The on-site commentator saw that Inter Milan frequently attacked the left wing, especially in the 47th minute. Zambrotta and Nedvěd cooperated on the left wing, and Nedved led Costacurta away. He directly passed to the bottom line and passed into the penalty area, almost assisting Ruud van Nistelrooy to score Milan's goal with a header, scaring everyone into a cold sweat.

"Costacurta, who received a yellow card, seemed a little overwhelmed. After all, receiving a yellow card was like a rope tied to his body. He had to think twice about every move he made, for fear that he would get a card accidentally. Coupled with the fact that Inter Milan attacked this side, he looked very embarrassed."

“In the first half, Inter Milan also attacked the left, but suddenly made a diagonal pass to the right, creating the first goal. This made Ancelotti not dare to be careless in the defense of his left side, especially the position. Deco, who is relatively unstable, has his entire defense stretched very long and open!"

"In football tactics, a very important consideration is how to create width and depth. Now it seems that Inter Milan has done a good job in this regard."

"Everyone knows that as long as Inter Milan scores another goal, Milan will almost lose this game. At this time, Ancelotti should make adjustments as soon as possible to completely suppress Inter Milan's offensive. Otherwise, Sooner or later the right wing will be lost!"

When the on-site commentators saw the situation on the court, they couldn't help but sweat for Ancelotti.

Inter Milan actively attacked from the beginning of the second half, almost overwhelming Milan's right wing. Costacurta was unable to support his left and right, and the situation was in danger.

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Ancelotti stood in front of the visiting team's coaching bench, his attention focused on the court.

He clearly saw the threat posed by Inter Milan, and he also knew Yang Cheng's intentions.

If he had read Jin Daxia's novels, he would have discovered that what Yang Cheng used was actually a bit like the moves in Dugu's Nine Swords. Attack with all your strength and attack the place you have to defend, which is to attack Milan's right wing.

If you don't want your right wing to be blown up, then you can only defend!

This made Ancelotti's original strategy of attacking after the second half completely aborted.

"Roque Junior, go warm up!" Ancelotti called back.

When Tassotti saw it, he immediately stood up, walked to Ancelotti's side, and asked in a bad tone: "Are you going to replace Costacurta?"

The current relationship between these two former teammates can be described as mutual dissatisfaction. Ancelotti is the head coach, so he naturally does not like Tassotti challenging his authority, but Tassotti feels that his position is being taken away by Ancelotti. He took it away, so he was unwilling to be his deputy. The relationship between the two was really not good.

Of course, if there was no external coercion, they would look very harmonious.

"Is there a problem?" Ancelotti asked directly without looking back.

"Yang Cheng has made it clear that he wants us to defend. I think we should replace Rivaldo now and we have to counterattack!" Tassotti feels that the defense may not be unable to defend, but if a counterattack can be made at this time, there is no doubt that It will suppress the momentum of Inter Milan.

On the other hand, if you switch to defense at this time, you will lose to Inter Milan in terms of momentum, scene, and score.

When the rhythm and situation are controlled by the opponent, it is easy to go from attacking to defending, and it is difficult to go from defending to attacking!

There is no doubt that Tassotti's idea is more radical and risky, because once the offense is further strengthened, Inter Milan is likely to directly defeat Milan's defense from the right and score another goal.

Ancelotti's idea was to be more prudent, stabilize the defense first, and then slowly plan a counterattack. After all, there is still more than half an hour left. As long as there is another goal, it will be overtime, and it may even delay the game. Scored a penalty kick.

"We should replace Rivaldo, replace Rui Costa who has done nothing, and continue to stick to our wing offensive tactics!" Tassotti seemed very insistent. He felt that this was the best solution at the moment. Provided by Tianhuo Longjun, Qihang update team

Ancelotti is thinking, he wants to weigh the pros and cons.

"Let Roque Junior warm up!"

In the end, Ancelotti chose to trust his own judgment and chose a safer tactic.

The reason is very simple. Yang Cheng completely gave up the attack on the right in the second half. Zanetti never moved forward and was guarding Seedorf. If Rivaldo is replaced, the effect may not be obvious, but the balance of power on the right will definitely be broken. .

Once the balance of power is broken, no one can say whether it will favor Inter Milan or itself.

Yang Cheng also has Cordoba, Recoba, and wide players like Perrotta on hand. When Ancelotti moves to the right, he will follow suit. It is still unclear who will win and who will lose. It can be known.

But if Costacurta is just replaced and Roque Junior is replaced, the current situation can at least be maintained.

"There are still 35 minutes left, right?" Ancelotti seemed to be seeking forgiveness.

Tassotti had a stern look on his face. He didn't think Ancelotti's substitution was correct at all, because it was a conservative move. Milan had lost one goal. Even if it was worse, they would have lost two more goals. What does it matter?

In the final, losing by 1 goal is a loss, losing by 2 goals or losing by 3 goals is still a loss. Is there any difference?

But the Italian still chose to obey. He walked over and asked Roque Junior to warm up.

The Brazilian can play as a central defender or a full-back. He is a versatile player in the defense. As soon as he heard that he could play, he immediately went to warm up lively.

Yang Cheng is also paying close attention to the behavior of the visiting team's coaching bench.

"Roque Junior?" Paul Bayer looked at Yang Cheng.

The latter smiled slightly, "So I say, timid guys will always be timid, let Recoba warm up!"

Everyone immediately looked at each other and felt that this guy was really a bit crazy, but his madness was very interesting.

Especially when the two sides made substitution adjustments successively. Milan replaced Costacurta and replaced Roque Junior. Inter Milan replaced Gianluca Zambrotta, who performed well throughout the game but was already losing some physical fitness, and replaced him on the wing. When the attacker Recoba hit, all the fans at the scene cheered and cheered for their respective teams.

"From this substitution, we can see the different tactical philosophies of the two coaches. Ancelotti still has not gotten rid of the traditional limitations of Serie A head coaches, that is, at critical moments, their first priority is not to make mistakes. , don’t concede the ball.”

"On the other hand, at critical moments, Yang Cheng's first consideration is often how to score goals or create opportunities!"

"This is likely to be a substitution that guides the direction of the entire game!"

Yang Cheng walked to the sidelines, hugged Zambrotta as he walked off the court, and then asked the Italian to watch.

When he returned to the home team's coaching bench and among Paul Bayer and other assistants, the Chinese looked confident.

Looking at the frowning Ancelotti in the distance, Yang Cheng couldn't help but laugh.

"From the moment he decided to replace Roque Junior, the suspense of this game has been lost. We won!" Yang Cheng said with great confidence, as if victory was already in his hands.