Chapter 1071 Conversion

"boom!"

This was a brutal confrontation.

"Ahhhh..."

Sun Wu and Modric screamed and fell to the ground at the same time. There were loud boos in the stands. Fans from both sides thought that the other side was diving and performing...

The German referee Brüsch was expressionless and even put his hands behind his back. He signaled that there was no foul.

Although Manchester United's high-position pressing tactics cannot significantly disrupt Real Madrid's midfield and backcourt, it makes Real Madrid's midfield organization very difficult. Casemiro hurriedly passed the ball under the pressure of Fletcher, and Sun Wu and Modric stretched their feet at the same time. It was a five-pointer, not really a foul.

Kanter protected the ball before Cross and turned around to pass it back. Van Dijk boldly took the ball and moved forward...Sun Wu, who was sitting on the ground and covering his ankles, didn't even get up. He watched this attack end with Harry Kane's long shot from outside the penalty area. The shot ended, this was Manchester United's fourth shot.

"It's a very interesting position." Mourinho pondered for a moment and continued: "Both sides have four defenders, three midfielders, and three forwards. When Manchester United pressed high, Real Madrid tried to use the width of the court to counter, but the effect was Very average.”

Mortensen nodded, "Duizi."

"Not bad, Duizi." Mourinho said with a smile: "Best's tactical level is really strong. The three midfielders of Manchester United completely suppressed Real Madrid..."

Nowadays, among the European giants, most teams insist on using a formation of four backs, three midfielders, and three forwards, whether they are conducting high-position pressing or fighting against high-position pressing. There are only some changes in details. In the final analysis, the 4-4-3 formation can maximize Maximize the use of court space.

So there is such a situation on the court. Harry Kane is mainly responsible for the two central defenders. Griezmann deals with Carvajal on the left, and Salah deals with Marcelo on the right. Of course, the opponent is horizontally When running, the position may change at any time.

Ronaldo and Isco dropped back to receive the ball, Pavard and Lucas followed closely, and Van Dijk and Alderweireld always defended high to maintain pressure.

So the key is 3vs3 in the midfield. Modric and Kroos are both first-class midfield stars. They have strong ball-playing ability, and they can also play in the three positions of central midfielder, attacking midfielder and defensive midfielder.

Judging from the situation on the field, Modric retreated relatively deep, while Kroos was slightly forward and close to Ronaldo on the left. They tried to use medium and long passes and short passes to contact Real Madrid's strongest player. Ronaldo.

But the result is not ideal,

Sun Wu kept an eye on Modric, and Kanter, who was very mobile, always remained alert to Cross' side.

It is difficult for Kroos to catch the ball without retreating significantly. Even if he catches the ball, it is difficult for him to get rid of Kante. Sun Wu knows Modric too well and does not give the Croatian midfielder any chance to move forward. , whether it is dribbling the ball or passing the ball.

All in all, high-position pressing requires tacit understanding, a lot of running, and even more tactical arrangements. At least in terms of counter-attacking, Manchester United completely suppressed Real Madrid, which reflects the meticulous pre-match work of the Manchester United coaching staff.

In the 13th minute, Benzema retreated to receive a cross. Although Modric did not see that familiar figure in his sight, he raised his right foot without hesitation and aimed the ball with the outside of his foot.

The Real Madrid fans in the stands are ready to start cheering. This is a very important part of Real Madrid's tactics. Modric, the right midfielder, makes a long pass to find Ronaldo, who is sprinting along the left sideline. Although it looks ordinary, Modric Qi Bustop's passing method with the outside of the ball's foot makes this routine highly concealable.

But the moment Modric touched the ball with the outside of his right foot, one foot stretched out.

"boom!"

The ball flew from Modric's feet, but was blocked by that foot before it could fly. Cristiano Ronaldo, who was already sprinting, stopped helplessly.

Fletcher received the ball and crossed it diagonally. Griezmann passed the ball past Pepe and sent a cross. Salah shot from the right side of the penalty area to complete Manchester United's fifth shot.

Modric stared at Sun Wu's back expressionlessly. This friend was more familiar with him than he expected. Maybe he could use another approach.

But just three minutes later, Modric knew that it was not only Sun Wu who was familiar with him, but the entire Manchester United should be very familiar with him.

When Modric passed the ball with the outside of his foot and smashed the ball in an attempt to speed up Sun Wu, Van Dijk suddenly appeared with a shoulder and carried Modric away.

Although they got a set piece, Real Madrid's attack came to nothing.

"There is no organization at all in Real Madrid's midfield." Zhan Jun sighed: "Although the scene is much duller than when it first started, Manchester United still has the advantage."

Zhang Lu: "Real Madrid can hardly see any smooth passing. Modric, Kroos, Benzema, and Isco are all first-class stars. They all have work at their feet and have strong passing and receiving abilities, but they Being separated by Manchester United's running and marking, we can only fight individually and cannot become a whole."

"Now it depends on when Manchester United can score a goal." Zhan Jun cheered up, "Physical fitness is limited. Manchester United cannot always maintain such a high pressing range. The personal abilities of Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale who have not yet played. Always a threat to the United defence."

In the 19th minute, Carvajal intercepted the ball and passed it straight. Isco cleverly turned around and passed Lucas. Modric passed the ball across and tried to make a 2-1, but Van Dijk accurately predicted the interception.

"Nice prediction." Mourinho praised: "Van Dijk is really outstanding. While he is tall and has strong jumping ability, he maintains strong mobility. In this regard, he is better than John Terry." That's great...Oh, Terry can't send such an accurate long pass!"

"Very accurate... Salah, ha, wonderful stop!" Mortensen's words gradually increased, "cut inside... Best came up and didn't pass to Best... Griezmann!"

"Step on the ball with the sole of your foot... Pavard!"

"Pavard crosses!"

"Harry Kane header!"

"Oh oh oh, Navas made a magical save...and Fletcher crossed...Best...long shot!"

The ball hit the left post and flew out of the baseline, causing the Manchester United fans behind the goal to hold their heads in regret. This series of attacks was as smooth as mercury pouring down the ground, leaving Real Madrid's defense with almost no resistance. Unfortunately, Navas and the post rejected Manchester United's goal.

"It's surprising. Both the opening and the high-position press were surprising. Especially this attack, the entire Real Madrid defense was played." Mortensen praised highly.

In the replay, after Salah cut inside, he did not look for Sun Wu who was being marked by Casemiro. Instead, he passed the ball diagonally to find Griezmann in the right rib. The latter moved back and continued to cut inside. Salah was running, but suddenly stepped back with his foot.

Pavard, who came in at high speed from the outside, received the ball and entered the penalty area to pick a pass to the middle. Harry Kane beat Pepe to header the ball. Navas saved the ball with one palm in a thrilling way. Modric, who was returning to defense, headed the ball outside. , Fletcher faked a direct volley and then flicked the ball, and Sun Wu, who was inserted in the back row, shot hard from a long distance to the post.

Mourinho carefully observed the replay screen, thought for a while and then suddenly interrupted Mortensen's endless praise, "I don't know if this is Best's tactical deployment or an accident..."

"What?"

"Griezmann's movements are very interesting." Mourinho touched his chin, "We'll take a look later..."