Chapter 63, Where Is the Problem

On the way to the locker room, Kim Tiger was still thinking about the situation in the first half: how did his team concede two goals in a row?

At the beginning of the first half, Manchester United still performed very well. Whether it was a striker or a defender, they all showed the strength that the defending Premier League champion should have. Leverkusen, who was a guest, couldn't lift his head. But since Manchester United scored two goals, United's overall defensive situation has declined rapidly.

First of all, let’s talk about the two conceded goals. The second conceded goal is Emre Zhan’s violent long-range shot. The speed and strength of this kick are very good. It can almost be said to be an unsolved goal. Ray? Zhan kicked 100 times, he may not be able to score.

But Manchester United's first goal conceded, but Kim Tiger was very depressed. Bayer Leverkusen organized the attack in the midfield, the trident in the frontcourt cooperated with the ball in a row, Son Heung-min slashed straight in the rib of the penalty area, and Keasling grabbed in front of Smalling and stabbed the ball into the net. The biggest problem with this ball is that Smalling didn't lock Keasling's position, allowing Keasling to grab a very powerful position, which is the key to losing the ball this time.

Jin Taige was a little depressed. He recalled the experience of later generations. Smalling seems to have always been in an awkward position at Manchester United. As the successor of Ferdinand and Vidic, his sense of position and on-the-spot reaction ability always seem to be worse, especially in In key games, mistakes are made from time to time. But in the face of some underdogs, the disadvantage is not so obvious.

Since Jin Taige took charge of the team, he actually has high expectations for Smalling, because Smalling is very serious and hard-working on the training ground, and he cooperates very well with his teammates. In addition, he is tall and tall. , so in Jin Tiger's heart, he has regarded Smalling as the third central defender after Ferdinand and Vidic. Although he bought several defenders such as Van Dijk and Bailly this summer, these people are the future of Manchester United. Their cooperation and familiarity with the team are far less than Smalling. Smalling was entrusted with the task.

But after this period of tempering, Jin Taige found that although Smalling's strength is good, he is still far from the world's top central defender.

In fact, in the first half, apart from Smalling's problem, Jin Taige was surprised to find that Kante's state seemed to fluctuate a bit, and he was at a disadvantage in the fight against the opponent several times. Although the German team's style of play is very tough, but Kante is not so weak?

With questions, Jin Taige walked into the locker room.

The players were drinking water in the locker room and chatting about the first half of the game. When they saw Jin Taige walking in, everyone greeted Jin Taige: "Boss!"

Jin Taige sat opposite everyone: "Don't stand up, just sit and listen to me. During this period of time, the competition is very intensive, so everyone should pay more attention to adjusting the state and rationally adjust the use of physical strength."

Everyone nodded.

Jin Taige frowned slightly and did not speak for a long time. At this time, the players present were trembling in their hearts. They knew that the coach must be dissatisfied with the first half of the game.

Jin Taige looked around and looked at each player: "You played very strangely in the first half. Before the 2-0 lead, you still had the temperament of the Red Devils. Why did you not play after the lead?"

When everyone heard Jin Taige's words, they all looked ashamed.

Jin Taige did not criticize the players too much, but told everyone earnestly: "Don't underestimate our opponents, the teams that can enter the Champions League, there is no absolute strong team or weak team, the German team is very strict, Steady and strong, especially the opponent's trident, you have to pay extra attention."

Kintag asked Smalling, "How's your injury?"

Smalling shook his head, and then the team doctor said to Jin Taige: "It's not a big problem, but it's definitely not possible in the second half."

Jin Taige glanced at the locker room: "I expected this situation,

Therefore, the substitute players have been arranged to warm up in advance, and Jones replaced Smalling in the second half. "

Then, Jin Taige asked Kante again: "Kante, you don't seem to be in good shape today. Did you feel a little weak when you played against Crystal Palace last game?"

Kanter shook his head: "Boss, I have no problem with my physical strength, but... I just feel that my knees are not very comfortable, and it is a little difficult to exert force."

When Jin Taige heard this, he immediately became alert. For Kim Tiger, the most indispensable part of the team is Kanter. If he is injured, it will be troublesome.

The two team doctors hurried forward to check Kante's knees, and Jin Taige watched nervously. After the team doctor's examination, he said to Jin Taige: "From the appearance alone, there should be no major problems, it should be the last game. Due to fatigue, but the knee problem is more sensitive, we still recommend going back to the medical room for a good check after the game, where there are more professional and meticulous means of perseverance.”

Kintag asked Kanter: "Can you still hold on? If not, I'll put you off to rest."

Kante quickly waved his hand: "The team's situation is not optimistic now, and the defensive pressure in the second half is still very high. Boss, don't worry, I can still persevere."

Now that Kanter said so, Jin Taige was relieved. He told Giggs: "In the second half, assist Kanter's defense appropriately."

"Okay, boss," Giggs agreed.

At the beginning of the second half, Jin Tiger replaced the injured Smalling with Jones. Jones was taller, younger and more aggressive. He fought against the tall Keasling physically without losing the slightest. Ferdinand beside him. With the help of the defense, Manchester United's back line gradually stabilized.

Kante also recovered in the second half. Jin Taige could see that every time Kante exerted force with his right foot, there was still a little unnaturalness, but because of Kante's excellent position selection and prediction ability, he Use your brain as much as possible to compensate for physical discomfort. Giggs also implemented the tactical arrangement of Jin Tiger at halftime. His position was also closer to the midfield from the attacking midfielder, strengthening the defense and helping Kante to help defend.

Bayer Leverkusen wanted to go all out in the second half and continue to put pressure on Manchester United's penalty area, but after Jin Tiger's tactical adjustment and guidance, Leverkusen's offensive slowly weakened.

70 minutes into the second half, the score was still 2-2.

But although the defense is solid, Manchester United's offense has been greatly hindered. Looking at the situation in his frontcourt, Jin Taige's brows are almost condensed into a pimple...