Chapter 33: Why Did It Leak?

Modern football tactics emphasize multiple outlets. Not only midfielders can pass and assist, but even defenders and goalkeepers need this skill.

Multi-function and multi-position have become the standard mode of modern football. It is not uncommon to have a unique skill, but it is difficult to play a role in tactical positioning.

For example, Inzaghi was very successful as a penalty area killer and a keen opportunist.

But in modern football, the center position not only needs to score goals, but also needs to take on part of the frontcourt organization and even the versatility of ball distribution.

Compared with the previous tactical system, it pays more attention to the overall and tactical integration.

For this reason, having one more skill is very important for modern football.

Just like this time, Martinez's long pass directly created Arsenal's chance to score.

This coincides with Guardiola's saying "the attack starts from the goalkeeper". Although Mourinho has never shouted the classic words "the attack starts from the ball boy" at this stage, it also shows the importance of the outlet.

"Since Arsenal scored, their playing rhythm has become faster, and Chelsea has a little difficulty keeping up with the rhythm in this situation!"

Martinez's pass did break the situation on the field, and Chelsea's playing rhythm was also completely destroyed.

Now Chelsea players want to equalize the score, but it is not easy.

Not only the two big gates of Arsenal's midfield, but also Hummels and Jimenez in the back line are enough for them to drink a pot.

Hazard keeps breaking through on the wing, trying to use his personal ability to open up the situation.

Kante's defense against Hazard is very tight, but he can't completely restrict him.

Today's Chelsea relies heavily on Hazard's ability to help the team open up the situation.

But in this game, Hazard faced Arsenal's strong back waistline and it was a little difficult to show his performance.

As for William on the other wing, he was restricted to the wing by Lukay and could not move.

This is the first time William has played such a difficult game.

William, who joined Chelsea in 2013, finally got Conte's promotion this season and began to get the opportunity to play or even start.

William's previous performance was also remarkable, but in this game, William felt a huge pressure.

The feeling of being suppressed in all directions made him feel very depressed.

He knew that Lucky was very strong, and he had imagined how to fight against Lucky, but it turned out that these things had no effect.

After a period of competition, William now feels extremely nervous whenever Lucky stands in front of him.

Although it has not reached the level of deformation, it is not far away.

"Here!"

William took the initiative to raise his hand to ask for the ball.

Fabregas passed the ball to the opponent and came to the gap to ask for a return pass.

William's one-touch ball should not be a big problem.

But William stopped to observe.

This small detail made Lucky block his passing line directly.

When William wanted to pass the ball, Lucky had already come over and snatched the ball away in a few seconds.

William sat on the ground, and he looked at Lucky's back with a blank face.

"Pass the ball at the first opportunity! Don't hesitate, don't stop the ball, you are giving Arsenal a chance to steal the ball!"

Fabregas roared angrily, and then turned back to chase.

In the past many encounters, he knew very well how good this Arsenal team was at this kind of pressing task.

What's more, it was Lucky who took the initiative to press.

Even Fabregas in his prime did not dare to say that he could pass Lucky 100%.

Therefore, passing the ball in Arsenal's half must be faster.

Once the opponent grabs the ball.

Bang! !

Chelsea goalkeeper Courtois dragged the ball out of the baseline, and after getting up from the ground, he roared: "Come on, what are you doing, don't give Arsenal an easy chance to shoot, stop them!"

From Courtois's excited roar, you can hear how anxious the opponent is.

One or two times is fine, but Arsenal's many shots almost broke Chelsea's goal, which Courtois cannot tolerate.

The current Chelsea players give him a feeling of being in a daze.

On the sidelines, Conte was also anxious.

The situation on the field was developing in a direction that was unfavorable to them, and they could not find a good solution for a while.

Conte was anxious, and Chelsea was also anxious.

On the other hand, Mourinho was calm in the Arsenal coaching booth.

He sat on a chair, crossed his legs, drank water leisurely, and had a comfortable expression.

He applauded from time to time to encourage the players to play well.

Before Mourinho played Chelsea, he made some targeted arrangements.

Mourinho, who once served as Chelsea's head coach, knew the ability of the players in this team very well.

Even from a certain perspective, he knew it better than Conte.

And now Chelsea's lineup is still the lineup when he coached, with almost no major changes.

It's not too difficult to target it.

Of course, the source of all targeting is still the advantage of the midfield.

He who controls the midfield controls the world!

Mastering the rhythm of the midfield is like controlling the center, and you can play it however you want.

Tactical arrangements will also become extremely easy.

Mourinho wanted to do this before, but Chelsea and Manchester United's midfielders were not strong enough to accept the important task.

After coaching Arsenal, his ideas finally had room to play.

Lekai's strength in the midfield benefited the entire Arsenal team.

Mourinho's mouth curled slightly, and he smiled at Arteta on the side; "Do you think Kai can score in this game?"

Arteta said; "If we are behind, I think so, but now we are leading, Kai will be more inclined to pass the ball."

"Are you sure?" Mourinho smiled slightly and said; "Wait and see!"

In the stadium, Arsenal's offensive became more and more fierce.

Take advantage of your illness to kill you.

The professional stadium is not a wild stadium, giving you time to breathe. If you have any problems, you will hit this point to death.

This is how Arsenal plays.

The two wingers kept kicking high balls, letting Lukaku compete for the header.

They are targeting David Luiz's instability on the defensive end.

Compared with his defensive ability, David Luiz is a player with better footwork, passing ability and free kick ability.

In fact, he is not a first-class central defender on the defensive end.

For this reason, under the pressure of Arsenal, Cahill has become the mainstay of Chelsea's defense.

Jumping and colliding again and again are constantly consuming Cahill's physical energy.

Morale is extremely low, and physical energy is declining, which makes Cahill's feet heavier.

On the other side, Lukaku is in a hot state.

"One more! The next one will definitely go in!"

"One more! I guarantee a goal!"

"Next one!"

Looking at the lively Lukaku, Cahill's heart is full of bitterness.

He can't stand it anymore!

The good news is that the time is approaching the halftime break.

But the bad news is that Arsenal got a corner kick.

"Watch the position! David, retreat to guard the landing point in the middle!"

"There must be someone at the front point! There must be someone at the back point!"

"Retreat! Retreat!"

Cahill loudly mobilized the players, just to guard this corner kick.

Cahill's eyes were fixed on Lukaku, he would completely restrict Lukaku.

Robertson stood at the corner kick point and raised his hand to signal.

Cahill found that Lukaku's body began to move, he immediately stepped forward to block the main position, not allowing the opponent to compete for the favorable header point.

Lukaku naturally would not compromise, and squeezed forward desperately. While the two were wrestling, Robertson sent a corner kick.

The ball flew to the penalty area in an arc in the air.

Lukaku took the lead and Cahill hurriedly followed.

The two fought in the air, but neither of them could hit the ball.

Cahill was happy.

But the next second, there was a fierce sound of footsteps beside his ears, and a thump bounced.

When Cahill landed, he saw that the ball had appeared in the goal.

"Why did you miss the ball?"

Cahill turned his head furiously.

He saw David Luiz appear at the back post.

The latter said quickly; "I was watching Aubameyang, he was running towards the back post, and it was Kai who headed the ball."

Cahill didn't see it just now, but David Luiz saw it clearly.

The height of Lekai's jump was not just jumping, it was flying.

The body rose very quickly, as if it reached the hitting point in an instant, it was simply abnormal.

Even if he was there, he couldn't defend it!