Chapter 157 Dirty Foul Tactics [Thanks to all the brothers for the rewards during this time!]

With the attention of the outside media, the match between Sheffield United and Blackburn began at Bramall Lane Stadium.

Just like when West Bromwich Albion were last at the bottom, Blackburn are now simply playing in a hurry, trying to score points no matter which team they encounter.

For these Blackburn players, physical fitness and state are secondary considerations. Against Sheffield United, they directly adopted the tactics of West Bromwich Albion.

Press the whole court and leave no room for anything.

But today Sheffield United had Medel and Matic in the middle. Even if Blackburn players grabbed the ball in the Sheffield United half, it would be difficult for them to pass the ball behind these two midfielders.

Medel and Matic formed a defensive interception dam in front of the defense line. No matter how you attack, each one counts. Anyway, only one of the ball and the man can get through today!

Matic is tall and Medel is tough. Aren't the two of them together tall and tough? They directly fool Blackburn's frontcourt attackers.

This was not the case when Sheffield United played West Bromwich Albion last time!

However, although they did a very good job on the defensive end, Sheffield United's midfield organization was almost useless.

Stephen Quinn is a good deputy, Medel is good at defense and can occasionally push the ball forward, Matic has a good long pass, interception ability and air defense ability, Matic can go up and down, and has a balanced offense and defense.

This is a group of excellent midfielders with their own specialties. If there is a playmaker sitting in the backcourt to coordinate, they will become a powerful midfield combination.

Just like he showed in previous games, he can attack well and defend well.

But when there is no core to coordinate the ball, they can only do their own job, defend hard when they should, seize the ball and give it to the wing as much as possible, let them advance the counterattack, and then wait for the next time

The opponent's attack arrives.

Li Mo puts the burden of offense on himself. Although he scored most of the goals before, his teammates behind him can provide him with a steady stream of threatening passes.

Now that this kind of passing has been greatly reduced, Li Mo has to leave the penalty area and dribble the ball forward himself.

Although Blackburn's offense was suppressed, on the defensive end, their "active" defense and fighting also made it difficult for Sheffield United to cooperate well.

The situation seemed to be at a standstill, and many reporters had even written tomorrow's news headlines on the sidelines.

They are nothing more than eye-catching headlines such as "Fragile Sheffield United", "Between last place and a draw, Sheffield United's true form", "Sheffield United's true level".

As media workers who often watch games, don’t they know that Sheffield United needs to adapt to a new style of play after losing the core of the midfield? Don’t they know that in the football world, a personnel adjustment in one position will bring great consequences to the team?

Come to turmoil?

They all know it, but they don't care, because that's how the Premier League is.

As long as we can win, then nothing will be a problem, and the team will be surrounded by voices singing hymns. But as long as we can't win, no one will care about the status of the players, let alone tactical adjustments and adjustments.

Change.

"It's a pity for Sheffield United. The lineup is still too thin. If they had another organizational point, their offense wouldn't be so uncomfortable."

"Blackburn's defense against Lee was quite good. At least it relied on the number of people and lethal fouls to withstand it. This tactic is very despicable to be honest, but it is indeed effective."

Many reporters who were acquaintances were chatting on the sidelines, and the content of the conversations was still very rational, but this did not stop them from writing those harsh and critical words at all.

Life is life, work is work, they are the ones who can understand it best.

After Li Mo was tripped by Blackburn's midfielder again, he looked up and looked at the referee on duty, but the referee didn't say anything. He knew what the scale of today's penalty would be.

Vardy spread his hands towards Li Mo and shouted loudly to the referee, indicating that what Blackburn had just done was a foul, but Li Mo stopped Vardy's behavior.

Premier League referees are sometimes "blind", but at least in terms of the scale of whistleblowing, they basically treat the two teams equally.

Blackburn made it difficult for him with double-teams and big-movement fouls, and he could return the favor in the same way.

It's okay to put pressure on referees, but Li Mo never expects referees to "follow the rules" and change their minds.

What should I do if someone hacks me? Just hack me back!

Li Mo started a new round of "battle". In Blackburn's backcourt, he began to take the initiative to physically confront the opponent's players.

So at the end of the first half, Li Mo could hardly find a clean spot on his jersey and pants.

This is not a football field, it has almost become a wrestling ground, but Li Mo is not at a loss either. His tackling skills have become rusty recently, so he will practice again today!

"They are not here to play football at all! Look at what they did to my two forwards?! Are they here to play football? Are they here to fight on the field!!!"

Speed ​​roared at the fourth official on the sidelines. Due to Speed's reputation and status in the Premier League, the fourth official first told him to calm down, but then became impatient and directly warned Speed ​​to pay attention to his words and deeds.

, the assistant coach saw that the situation was not good and quickly took Speed ​​back to the locker room.

"Farke! Damn Blackburn! Must appeal!"

Speed ​​returned to the locker room still angry.

Vardy applied an ice pack to his calf and rested with a grin on his face.

In the first half, he was tripped in front of the penalty area by a Blackburn full-back with a scissor kick. However, the referee only gave Sheffield United a free kick without even taking out a card. Although Vardy was lucky not to be injured, at this moment

Not comfortable.

Li Mo put on a new jersey and shorts. He was sitting calmly on the bench, but his eyes were full of anger.

"Damn it! I'm going to kill their attacking midfielder in the second half! Didn't that dog referee not call the ball? Then let's do the same thing!"

Medel has a hot temper. Li Mo is his best friend at Sheffield United, and Vardy is a friend who lives with them. Now Blackburn actually chooses to use foul killing tactics to prevent Sheffield United's attack.

Del simply couldn't bear it anymore and shouted that he must take revenge and go back.

For a moment, the Sheffield United dressing room was furious.

Speed ​​didn't want to suppress the players' anger, because he himself was very angry now, but after all the disciples vented their anger, he forced himself to calm down and warned the players not to make too dangerous moves.

Otherwise, if they get injured on the field, they will be the ones who suffer.

"We will play whatever they want, but one thing is, don't stir up trouble. If they dare to make a move, you will resolutely take it back. But don't make a move first, do you hear me?"

Speed's words were a bit serious, but the serious old handsome guy was still very authoritative. Everyone, including Medel, could only nod obediently in agreement.

Speed ​​is also thinking about the future of these young players.

After all, the current Premier League is different from the old League One that Speed ​​and his team played in the past. It is a good thing for players to have character, but the current Premier League has absolutely "zero tolerance" for on-field fighting. Once Sheffield United players

If you commit a crime and fight on the field, you will leave a "criminal record" with the Football Association, which is not conducive to the development of players.

The second reason is the reputation of the players. Who knows how the media will publicize it. If one media says you are not a good person, the public may still be suspicious, but when ten media outlets label you a "turf on the court"

After hat, you have to be a bad person even if you are not a bad person.

Li Mo also nodded secretly. He agreed with Speed's point of view. He has never been one to take the initiative to stir up trouble. He would not take the initiative to do stupid things, nor would he approve of his teammates doing stupid things.

But now Blackburn has gone too far, and Li Mo, as the captain on the field, must also stand up.

As a center, is there anything stronger than scoring a goal?

There are two more chapters that will be posted before twelve o'clock. The city I live in is going to be closed down. I spent a lot of time today rushing to buy supplies, fill out information forms, and do nucleic acid tests. I'm really sorry!

Thanks again to all brothers for their support!
Chapter completed!