Chapter 961 Playing with 2 Evil Men
Manchester City did not attack for more than ten minutes, and a counterattack made Manchester United fans break out in a cold sweat.
Although this attack didn't even get a shot, if Van der Sar hadn't struck out in time, as long as Balotelli got the ball, it would have been a one-shot opportunity.
In the two previous encounters in the league, Manchester United won by one goal. In the first round, they won by luck with two own goals by Bashen. In the second round, Gao Xiaodong's hat-trick was the winner. At this moment, Manchester City quickly counterattacked. Afterwards, Manchester United's defenders were frightened and became more cautious when assisting, not daring to pass half time easily.
After the Middle Eastern rich man took over Manchester City, after two seasons of reinforcement, Manchester City now has world-class players in every position. Manchester United's full-backs do not assist, Valencia and Nani rely on their own personal abilities to tear apart Manchester City. The defense line is very difficult.
Seeing that Manchester United's two wing attacks were not in a good position and that the opponent's attack did not pose much threat, Gao Xiaodong began to advance from the back midfielder and attack Manchester City's defense from the center.
This is a preparatory plan designed by Manchester United before the league for situations where the wingers cannot open up. Gao Xiaodong has physical fitness and speed. After he goes forward, he can return to defend in place. When the opponent has less possession of the ball and less active attack, the midfielder has a Carrick can also resist temporarily.
Gao Xiaodong pushed forward, and the first ones to bear the brunt were Manchester City's midfielders De Jong and Barry.
Before Gao Xiaodong arrived, Manchester United's main offensive method was to fly together on both wings. After Gao Xiaodong arrived, Manchester United's main offensive method was still to fly together on both wings. However, in addition to Gao Xiaodong's certain organizational skills, he could also play in the midfield. It provides stronger long-range shooting and forward shooting capabilities than the original Manchester United midfielder, which is why Manchester United's results are so good.
Mancini lost two derbies and had a deep understanding of this characteristic of Manchester United. He then formed a 4231 formation, forming three lines of defense, pinching both sides, blocking the middle, and steadily defending the counterattack.
Judging from the performance of the first ten minutes, this defense was half successful, guarding both sides. Neither Valencia's speed nor Nani's skills penetrated Manchester City's defense.
Now, Manchester City's biggest test has come. Gao Xiaodong started to provide assists. If Gao Xiaodong's attack cannot be blocked and he breaks through from one point, Manchester City's formation today will be completely defeated.
As soon as Gao Xiaodong stepped in, Scholes accurately delivered the ball to his feet.
Now Gao Xiaodong's position in Manchester United has been basically stable. When he steps forward to attack, his teammates will hand the ball to him and let him control the ball.
After winning the Ballon d'Or, Gao Xiaodong's ability has been recognized by the world, and he has also become a serious problem for opponents. When Gao Xiaodong advanced, De Jong quickly approached Gao Xiaodong, trying to prevent Gao Xiaodong from getting the ball.
When Scholes passed the ball to Gao Xiaodong, De Jong quickly approached Gao Xiaodong to press and prevent Gao Xiaodong from getting the ball.
If Gao Xiaodong wants to threaten Manchester City's goal, he must pass the barriers of De Jong and Barry, otherwise he will not even have a chance to take a long shot. Therefore, when Scholes passed the ball, Gao Xiaodong had already planned to deal with Manchester City. The lower back approach.
When the ball was passed, Gao Xiaodong stood still, waiting for the ball like a standing center, but when the ball reached midway, Gao Xiaodong suddenly stepped back and bumped into De Jong with his back.
Manchester City's De Jong and Real Madrid's Pepe are known as martial arts masters on the court. Both are known for their fierce and tenacious defensive styles.
When De Jong rushed over, he was ready to kick Gao Xiaodong directly with the ball and others.
This kind of defense is the most cost-effective. Under normal circumstances, the referee will give the opponent a free kick. If you are lucky, the referee will not call a foul at all, but the defensive player will cause great harm to the receiving player.
However, Gao Xiaodong refused to advance but retreated, which disrupted De Jong's vision. Before he could make a move, he collided with Gao Xiaodong.
Gao Xiaodong curled up obscenely, and his back hit the juncture of De Rong's chest and abdomen.
De Jong was knocked unprepared, and his internal organs seemed to change position, and he almost lost his breath.
At this time, Gao Xiaodong steadily knocked the ball to one side and turned around.
When De Jong rushed towards Gao Xiaodong, no one thought that Gao Xiaodong could easily get rid of De Jong. After all, the reputation of "South Pepe North De Jong" has been deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. But they did not expect that Gao Xiaodong not only easily got rid of De Jong, It actually caused De Jong to suffer a hidden loss.
"Well done!"
"I'll wipe it! De Jong suffered a loss!"
"This retreat is so coquettish!"
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Applause erupted from the stands, and Manchester United fans clapped and talked excitedly, praising Gao Xiaodong's cunning escape.
The Manchester City fans were a little angry. Many people shouted towards the stadium: "Foul! Foul! High foul!"
Manchester City's other defensive midfielder, Barry, let down his guard when De Jong rushed over aggressively. He thought that De Jong would not let Gao Xiaodong pass easily. Even if Gao Xiaodong got rid of De Jong, De Jong would definitely catch up.
Barry didn't expect De Jong to be shaken off so completely that he didn't even pursue the ball. He quickly rushed over to intercept it.
Defensive players are at a disadvantage when facing offensive players' frontal breakthroughs, especially since Gao Xiaodong can burst and shoot in this position, making defensive players more passive.
Gao Xiaodong saw Barry moving sideways, he dunked the ball in the opposite direction of Barry's movement, raised his foot and shot.
Barry had played as a full midfielder and full back before. He kept an eye out when moving laterally. When he saw Gao Xiaodong smashing the ball and shooting, he quickly followed him and raised his foot to block Gao Xiaodong's shot.
However, Gao Xiaodong's shot was a fake move. He knew Barry's strength and his dunk might not be able to sway Barry away. Seeing Barry coming to block it, Gao Xiaodong turned around with Cruyff and dunked the ball back completely. He shook Barry away, and then gave a slight push to Nani who penetrated the ribs from the side.
A burst of warm applause erupted from the stands again.
Gao Xiaodong faced two of Manchester City's biggest villains. His two escapes and passes were already very exciting, but his last pass was even more beautiful.
Most young people are very irritable when handling the ball after getting rid of the ball, and it is easy to burn their brains. They either vigorously kick the ball, or continue to kill into the penalty area with their heads sullen, but Gao Xiaodong was able to see Nani diagonally in time, and Passed accurately, this vision is definitely world-class.
He Hui, the on-site commentator of Huaguo, sighed: "It's really picturesque. This pass fully reflects Xiaodong's strength and football intelligence. He will score goals if he doesn't score, and his organization in the midfield is definitely the best in the world." Yes, it is definitely prejudice to say that he does not deserve the Ballon d'Or...but it seems that this ball should not be given to Nani. Valencia on the other side also intervened. Nani will probably shoot it himself, and Valencia will probably do it again. To Xiaodong..."