Chapter 151 I Really Gave You a Chance but You Didn't Use It! [Please Subscribe! ]

To be honest, the players of Athletic Bilbao really couldn't figure out why Li Ang was so excited to play against them today.

If you want to talk about an explosion, Li Ang is not the defensive midfielder before. It doesn't make sense that he only works hard on the defensive end and doesn't make much progress, right?

Bielsa couldn't figure it out at this time, but in addition to being surprised, he had to think about how to break the situation.

After losing a goal, Bielsa didn't think there was any point in continuing to strengthen the defense.

But now he can only adjust his strength on the offensive end. Llorente on the bench can only move.

Thinking of this, Bielsa also shook his head secretly.

The club signed Aduriz in the summer window, which to a certain extent made up for the lack of offensive firepower after Llorente was frozen.

But it didn't achieve the effect of equal substitution.

At least up to now, Aduriz's performance cannot be compared with Llorente last season.

The number of goals is far less, and the fulcrum tactical effect is not as good as Llorente.

This is not to say that Aduriz is not good, but Llorente's physique is rare in La Liga.

No matter how strong Aduriz's ability to grab the landing point and his jumping ability are, after pulling out of the penalty area, his 1.82-meter physique can't compare with Llorente's 1.94-meter physique.

Last season, when Llorente stood in front of Real Madrid's penalty area, Pepe and Alonso had to keep an eye on him together.

Otherwise, it would be really hard to squeeze in.

Now Alonso can hold off Aduriz alone.

Li Ang didn't even help Alonso to defend, and he could safely force Gomez and Susaeta to push back on both sides of the defensive third zone.

It can only be said that the top management of Athletic Bilbao was determined to use the cold storage of Llorente to show their tough attitude, and the price they paid was too high.

They could have parted ways amicably, obtained at least 30 million euros in transfer fees, and then continued to fight for European qualification through reinforcements.

But now, Bielsa only thinks that it is quite good that he can lead Athletic Bilbao to not fall out of the top ten of La Liga this season!

"Let Fernando (Llorente) warm up."

Bielsa suddenly turned his head and told his assistant coach, which made his assistant coach stunned.

"But, didn't Mr. Chairman say before."

"I am still the head coach of the team! On the court, I have the final say, you don't have to worry. Go and ask Fernando to warm up."

Bielsa's attitude was very firm. Seeing this, the assistant coach didn't say much, and stood up and called Llorente, who was also surprised.

When Llorente started to warm up on the sidelines, the face of the chairman of Athletic Bilbao in the box also became visibly ugly.

The old man had heard the chairman of Bilbao personally say such harsh words as "Don't give Llorente a chance to turn back!" in the circle meeting before.

So he didn't say much at this time, but just complained in his heart, "A guy with no business sense at all!"

On the sidelines, Mourinho's mind was on Bielsa.

Because he had a hunch that maybe after next summer, he would not see the "Chilean madman" in the La Liga.

"Should we make adjustments?"

Five minutes later, looking at Llorente who was about to play as a double center forward with Aduriz, Karanka asked a routine question.

Mourinho turned his head and looked at Bielsa next to him, and regret flashed in his eyes.

"Yes!"

In the 38th minute of the first half, soon after Athletic Bilbao made a substitution, Real Madrid made a position adjustment.

However, Mourinho did not strengthen the defense to withstand the impact of Athletic Bilbao's double center forward as most fans expected.

He unexpectedly chose to change to 4-3-3!

Ronaldo and Di Maria were completely promoted to the front line, and Li Ang's position was also promoted to left midfielder!

"Mourinho has chosen the tactical adjustment that shows the most respect for Bielsa! They are going to have a head-on offensive confrontation! It's a spear against a spear again! The game is going to be interesting!"

He Wei felt that his voice was a little dry.

His mood at this moment was actually not much different from that of an ordinary fan. Excitement and expectation were the main things.

When Bielsa and Mourinho chose offensive tactics at the same time in the same stadium, what else could they ask for as fans?

The remaining time of this game was destined to be an audio-visual feast for all fans.

The double center forward combination of Athletic Bilbao played its due impact power for the first time this season.

The Real Madrid defense was much more empty after releasing the pressure. By the 74th minute of the second half, Real Madrid had already lost two goals.

But the score had become 4-2!

In the second half of the first 30 minutes, Real Madrid and Athletic Bilbao each scored two goals, and the scene was also quite exciting and beautiful.

Llorente didn't score, but he used his deflection to cover Aduriz's shot and broke through Real Madrid's defense.

Susaeta's second goal also came from his back-to-back assist.

In the 87th minute of the second half, Llorente successfully broke his goal drought in the new season in the last corner kick opportunity of Athletic Bilbao!

The final score was also fixed at 5-3.

The fans of Athletic Bilbao's home stadium had mixed feelings.

But for Real Madrid fans and other neutral fans, after watching this game, they only had one feeling left.

It was great!

Ronaldo's double goal, Benzema's pass and shot, Di Maria's long-distance attack, including Llorente's pass and shot today, were all wonderful!

Unfortunately, in the second half, Li Ang's two powerful long shots from 30 meters away were slightly higher than the crossbar, and one hit the post.

Otherwise, the fans could witness the birth of another long-range world wave.

However, even if he failed to gain any personal offensive data, Li Ang's performance today was already good enough.

Let's not talk about the defensive end. On the offensive end alone, Li Ang's advancement and smooth ball transfer have ensured the smooth operation of Real Madrid's offensive system.

Coupled with his personal defensive performance in the first half, many fans are willing to give him a score of top three in Real Madrid.

After the game, Mourinho and Bielsa hugged and greeted each other on the sidelines for a long time.

Li Ang also found Llorente on the court and exchanged jerseys with him.

"You did a great job today, Fernando. Come on!"

Li Ang didn't know how to say some encouraging words in the end, so he could only cheer for Llorente.

This is an era when traditional big center forwards will become increasingly scarce. Li Ang sincerely hopes that Llorente will have more opportunities and a bigger stage to play in the future.

After all, when the opponent is left with only small and fast forwards, Li Ang will also feel very bored.

"Thank you, Li Ang! You are really a good person!"

After accepting Llorente's jersey and "good guy card" that was one size larger, Li Ang smiled and patted his arm, then turned around and left to find his teammates.

After winning a hearty league victory, most of Real Madrid's main players were very happy.

After getting two days of ample rest time, these main players shouted "Long live the boss!".

After they report back to the training base, they will only do some recovery training first.

Because they have no game tasks for the time being, the next league game will not start until a whole week later.

During this period, there was a Champions League group match, and Mourinho chose to train his troops.

C Ronaldo and Li Ang once again became the most eye-catching presence in the rotation lineup.

Returning to Manchester, Ronaldo was completely immersed in memories.

In this industrial city, Real Madrid's players also saw many enthusiastic fans.

However, that enthusiasm was not for them, but for the Red Devils Ronaldo who was once loved by these Manchester City fans.

Instead of returning to Old Trafford, he went to Etihad. The warmth in Ronaldo's eyes was much less, and he was replaced by a greater desire to score goals than usual.

Mourinho did not hesitate. In the midfield, Li Ang was the core, and he directly gave Ronaldo unlimited firing rights on the offensive end.

The combination of Li Ang + Matuidi + Essien was enough to provide continuous ball possession on the offensive end.

Even on the defensive line, Real Madrid's starting combination of Varane + Nacho did not seem particularly stable.

But there was no way. Albiol twisted his ankle in training two days ago and needed to rest for at least two weeks.

During this period, Mourinho's rotational central defenders were only Varane, Nacho and Essien who could play as a guest.

Maybe Li Ang can barely be counted as one?

But Mourinho would not use Li Ang and Essien to play as central defenders unless it was necessary.

That's a waste of their abilities.

Manchester City fans can't say they are absolutely relieved when they see Real Madrid's starting lineup today, but they also give a thumbs up to Real Madrid's "openness"!

The defense line is full of kids, and the midfield is difficult to deal with, but as long as he gets the chance to face Real Madrid's defense line, Aguero will be "crazy"! !

Many Manchester City fans who were optimistic in advance even thanked Mourinho.

After the game started, the rhythm and style on the field were a little different from what these Manchester City fans imagined.

Most of Real Madrid's defense line is indeed youth training rotation.

The left back who started today is Coentrao, who has just returned from injury.

But looking at the strength and combination of these players, how come they don't look like rotation at all?

Also, how come Real Madrid's counterattack has more shots than Manchester City's siege? ? ?

Mancini is a little confused at this time.

But it's not their fault. In this era, the defense line of Coentrao + Varane + Nacho + Carvajal is indeed mediocre in terms of reputation.

Manchester City has been unable to attack for a long time, and the players inevitably became anxious and pressed forward more and more.

In the 23rd minute of the first half, Li Ang seized the opportunity and joined Matuidi to decisively intercept Aguero who wanted to hold the ball and pull to the side!

After intercepting the ball, Li Ang immediately looked for Essien who was advancing.

And Essien also passed the ball directly to the side without any hesitation one second after receiving the ball.

Callejon started the sprint mode on the right. Kolarov, the starting left back of Manchester City today, did not have an advantage in speed.

He started a beat slower, and for a while he could not stop Callejon's speed, and could only desperately chase back!

Several defenders of Manchester City could only helplessly follow the overall backward movement.

However, when approaching the right side of Manchester City's penalty area, Callejon did not choose to cut in or go down the bottom.

He decisively kicked the ball to the middle!

At this time, Li Ang, who had already followed up and sprinted to the top of the arc of Manchester City's penalty area, chose to pass the ball without stopping!

Such a scene made Mancini feel cold!

The ball passed to the left quickly passed the toes of Maicon who tried to intercept it.

Ronaldo almost shot directly in the Manchester City penalty area despite the defensive interference of Zabaleta!

The continuous passing and shooting of the two was too smooth.

Joe Hart rushed to the far corner of the goal at the first time, but the speed of the ball was too fast and he couldn't touch the ball!

Real Madrid's sharp counterattack goal directly stunned all Manchester City fans!

When Manchester United fans in the same city saw this scene in front of the TV, they couldn't help laughing!

Manchester City, Manchester City, you really gave you a chance but you didn't use it!