Chapter 382 Super Popularity(1/2)
"This comparison is a bit harsh. Real Sociedad are not familiar with Sheffield United's pressing style of play. Their skills are almost useless in such a run-and-gun battle. Even if they have two very good wingers, but now
Real Sociedad's formation has been suppressed by Sheffield United. Even Griezmann and Carlos Vela had to retreat to half-court to help relieve the pressure on the defense, let alone looking for opportunities to counterattack."
Zhan Jun shook his head repeatedly as he watched Real Sociedad retreat on all fronts after the game restarted again.
Alert's adjustment came too late. He didn't realize he had to stabilize his defense until he conceded the second goal. Why did he do it earlier?
Director Zhang more directly pointed out Alt's mistakes in today's pre-match tactical arrangements:
"Alston still needs to try his best to make adjustments in the midfield first, and don't play alone as a defensive midfielder. Once Sheffield United's wings suddenly emerge, Vergara can only be exhausted to defend. Sulu Tusa is not very good at defending.
Yes, if you should go, go early. Prieto's pass is good, but it will not be used. We should be more realistic and ensure that the point difference is not widened first, so that we can have a chance to counterattack, right?"
The two central midfielders that Real Sociedad started today are veteran Prieto and youngster Pardo who has performed well in the league this season.
Neither of them plays a big role on the defensive end. Although they have good skills and excellent passing skills, they cannot help the single midfielder Vergara share the defensive pressure.
Not long after Director Zhang complained, Alster finally seemed to have an idea and called the defensive hero Sulutusa on the bench to warm up on the sidelines.
Speed naturally noticed the strange movement on the bench of Real Sociedad.
But he is not worried at the moment about the correct tactical adjustments that Real Sociedad may make.
To put it bluntly, even if Alert replaces Prieto and uses Surutusa to plug Real Sociedad's midfield defensive loopholes, so what?
Sheffield United already has a two-goal advantage, and both the psychological and tactical advantages have widened the gap with Real Sociedad.
Besides, can Alston really stop Sheffield United's attack with double midfielders?
Bell and Neymar may have fewer opportunities on the wings and in the rib area, but they can still use their super personal abilities to forcefully tear apart Real Sociedad's midfield defense!
As long as the two of them don't misfire, and De Bruyne is ambushing in the middle and may send threatening passes at any time, Li Mo's next goal will arrive sooner or later.
This is where Speed's confidence lies.
He has two super wingers and the world's number one center. Even Juventus, which relied on defense to re-emerge, was torn apart by them. What does Real Sociedad mean?
"Are we not moving?"
The assistant coach reminded him, and Speed shook his head confidently.
"Keep attacking, don't move!"
Speed didn't make the slightest adjustment, and that was the best thing for the players on the field at Sheffield United.
At this moment, they are in good condition on the offensive end, and they are not satisfied yet. They have to try to beat Real Sociedad 3-0 in the first half to be happy!
And Li Mo also became excited.
He wanted to wear a hat-trick, and the other Sheffield United players quickly unified their thinking and wanted to help Li Mo complete another hat-trick in the Champions League.
Having already won the victory, Li Mo no longer played so "reasonably".
It is said that superstars are selfish to a certain extent.
After all, it is impossible to obtain luxurious personal data without the team's tactics and ball rights resources.
Among the superstars in today's football, Li Mo is already willing to give the ball to his teammates, but this time he also followed the crowd and acted "selfishly".
As long as the ball reaches his feet, as long as he feels that it is within his shooting range, he will unreasonably swing the ball away from the angle and kick it!
His shots can be said to be powerful and heavy, accurate and basically within the Real Sociedad goal range.
As soon as this heavy shot was fired, Real Sociedad goalkeeper Bravo immediately became the busiest person on the field.
Under the high-speed block, Bravo demonstrated his excellent reaction and explosive ability.
But his height is still a little short among goalkeepers, and his goal-line skills are far from the top level. When Li Mo deliberately hit some tricky shots aimed at the top two corners of the goal, Bravo also saved them.
It's a little strenuous.
"Damn!!! Don't let him take off so easily again! Block his shooting angle! Do you still want me to teach you how to defend?!"
After once again saving Li Mo's explosive shot from outside the penalty area, Bravo felt his palms still numb, jumped up from the ground angrily, and rushed towards his own defense line with a frenzy.
spray!
At this moment, Real Sociedad's defenders did not dare to refute Bravo.
It is very common for goalkeepers to lose their temper during games. This kind of swearing is also meant to alert their own defense and is not considered offensive.
Besides, they really didn't do a good job of restricting Li Mo.
Although they have tried their best, judging from Sheffield United's skyrocketing shooting data this time, their defense can only be described as a "perfect" dereliction of duty.
After Bravo cursed a few words, he vented his frustration a little.
But looking at Inigo Martinez with his head hanging down, Bravo finally relented.
After muttering a few more words, Bravo stopped trolling and directed his teammates' positions to prepare for Sheffield United's next corner kick.
Li Mo regretted his powerful shot just now, and then squeezed into the Real Sociedad penalty area with Matic who ran upfield.
At this moment, the game time has reached the 41st minute of the first half.
As Maguire and Stones also entered the penalty area of Real Sociedad, Sheffield United's four tall header players lined up immediately put great pressure on Real Sociedad's defensive players.
It’s not stressful. Compared with Sheffield United, Real Sociedad’s high points are indeed too few.
In addition to center Seferovic and center defender Gonzalez, Real Sociedad only has a 1.86-meter Surutusa and a 1.82-meter Inigo Martinez.
But to be honest, except for Seferovich, none of them have enough tonnage.
Although there is an advantage in terms of defensive numbers, judging from Sheffield United's previous performance at set pieces, if you want to stop the double impact of Maguire and Li Mo, double-teaming may not be very effective.
Beads of sweat appeared on Bravo's forehead.
He motioned to Seferovic and Inigo Martinez to keep an eye on Li Mo.
Li Mo's two previous challenges for the top left a deep impression on Bravo.
If it weren't for his extremely quick reactions and bravery in those two times, Real Sociedad's goal would have been breached for the third time.
"Look at him! Look at him! Gonzalez goes to the back and keeps an eye on Maguire! We must fight for the next point!"
Bravo roared to remind his teammates.
His height is really embarrassing. If he were more than 1.9 meters tall, he could try to gain some height by attacking frequently when defending corner kicks.
But now, he should just keep guarding the goal line.
It would be a big loss if Sheffield United took the opportunity to score instead of picking up the football.
Under the nervous gaze of the fans in the audience, De Bruyne, who was taking the penalty kick, suddenly made a fist with his right hand and raised it high.
This sudden move made the players of Real Sociedad feel anxious and suspicious!
But De Bruyne didn't give them much time to react, put down his right hand and quickly took a run-up to take the corner kick!
Li Mo put his hand on Matic's shoulder. When De Bruyne took the corner kick, Matic tried his best to block the defensive interference of other Real Sociedad players and helped Li Mo complete a "pick-and-roll".
Li Mo used Matic's cover to successfully rush towards the Real Sociedad goal!
At this moment, the football showed no tendency to fall in front of the ball, but went straight towards the back of the goal.
In that small area, Maguire also used Stones's cover to leap high!
"Back point! Maguire! Header ferry!!!"
Zhan Jun roared angrily, but his eyes were fixed on the football that Maguire unexpectedly moved forward!
Amid the exclamations of 40,000 people at the scene, Li Mo successfully completed the action of kicking off the ground in front of the Real Sociedad goal!
With terrifying explosive power, Li Mo's jumping height seemed to have exceeded the upper limit, and it continued to rise beyond everyone's expectations!
Seferovic, who took off almost at the same time as him, was nearly 1.9 meters tall, and after jumping, the top of his head just touched his chin!
Such a stark and shocking contrast caused the brains of countless fans watching the game to briefly shut down!
Facing the football that Maguire ferried over, Li Mo successfully completed the goal without any suspense!
Under him and Seferovic, full-back Carlos Martinez, who didn't have time to take off, seemed to be frightened, with his mouth wide open and his eyes filled with shock!
Bravo was also horrified, gritted his teeth and rushed towards the top of the near corner.
He has never been so eager to be taller and have a longer wingspan!
Facing the football that was almost at hand, even though Bravo had tried his best to stimulate his ultimate explosive power, in the end, it was still just a little bit behind!
Bravo, who did not have enough wingspan, was very frustrated and regretted that he only came into contact with the airflow driven by the movement of the football, and did not even touch the ball skin.
When the ball hit the net he was guarding for the third time, Bravo closed his eyes in pain.
The terrifying cheers that erupted in that moment seemed to turn into countless sharp blades, stinging his face painfully!
"Ahhhhhhh-!!! Tomahawk header! Lee! Third goal of the day! Hat trick!!! He did it! He did it again and scored a hat trick in the Champions League!!
!Goal scoring is as easy as drinking water for him! The domineering way of scoring! Unbelievable! Seferovic perfectly became the background of this goal, with a shocking jumping height! Real Sociedad was
He destroyed it violently!!!"
The commentator of Sky Sports was completely excited. Li Mo's "smash" goal made him completely fall into a spiritual climax!
Not only him, but all the commentators from various countries who commented on this game were screaming in shock!
To be continued...