super storm

Chapter 1121 Another hat-trick!
In the past ten years, the goalkeeper has always been the most stable part of Real Madrid's lineup.

Whether it was the 2000 when Bosque put out the fire midway, or the star-studded early stage of the Galacticos, or the late Galacticos that sank into a trough, and the Calderon period when the club's management was chaotic, the frontcourt, midfield and defense players will be questioned to various degrees, and even superstars like Ronaldo, Zidane and Cannavaro have been questioned and criticized.

But only the goalkeeper, only Iker Casillas has always been [San Igor] in the minds of Real Madrid fans.

For a goalkeeper, this is undoubtedly a very lofty evaluation and recognition, especially in a team like Real Madrid. Casillas, as an outstanding representative of youth training, has been the symbol and banner of the club in the past few years.

But in reality, Casillas is not completely unquestioned.

The most famous of these is Capello's questioning of Casillas' height. He believed that he was only 1.8 meters tall. As a goalkeeper, he was too short.

But since then, controversy over Casillas has cropped up from time to time.

Short height, which leads to a smaller range of control for the goalkeeper, but this is not impossible to make up for.

As we all know, people with short stature tend to be more flexible, and Casillas's reaction speed is very fast, which can make up for the weaknesses and defects brought about by his height to the greatest extent.

But there is a prerequisite for this, that is, his body must be able to maintain this flexibility, or his reaction speed will not decline.

But in this world, no one can beat time.

What young people in their 20s can do, veterans in their 30s cannot.

Since Casillas entered his thirties, there have been endless controversies about him, especially after he was kicked by Arbeloa last season, the long-term absence caused by recuperation made Casillas' state began to become unstable.

This summer, Real Madrid wanted to introduce De Gea from Manchester United. Valdano even went to Manchester to contact and negotiate, hoping to sign De Gea as a future reserve for the team's goals, but Manchester United refused to negotiate.

The British Sun revealed that in the transfer of Pepe, Real Madrid and Manchester United reached an agreement, that is, if Manchester United considers selling De Gea in the future, they will definitely notify Real Madrid as soon as possible and give priority to Real Madrid under the same offer.

The Spanish goalkeeper's contract will expire in [-] and is currently negotiating a contract extension with Manchester United.

This season, the Red Devils Manchester United have performed sluggishly under the coaching of Moyes, with nine games, four wins, two draws and three losses. They are currently only ranked ninth in the Premier League, and De Gea is one of the most eye-catching players in the team.

The British media revealed that one of the important reasons why De Gea has been reluctant to renew his contract with Manchester United is that he is waiting for the final result of Manchester United this season. If the team misses the Champions League qualification, he will consider leaving the team. Real Madrid is his first choice.

And Real Madrid also hopes to use De Gea to make up for the weakness of the goal line, especially when Casillas is getting old, the future Spanish national goal is undoubtedly the best candidate for Real Madrid.

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Casillas' performance this season has been pretty good and has remained relatively stable, which is why he was able to beat Diego Lopez as the team's main goalkeeper.

But in this game, facing Barcelona and Messi, Casillas made a mistake that shouldn't have happened at the most critical moment. When Messi lobbed, he stood a little outside.

For Casillas's mistake, Valdano and Butragueno, who are very experienced in professional football, are very clear that this is a dilemma, and Casillas finally chose the wrong one.

Why do you say a dilemma?

Casillas' physical function has declined, and his reaction speed and flexibility are far worse than when he was young, so when he sees Messi rushing to the outside of the penalty area with the ball, he may break through Vermaelen. The reason why he stands outside is to prevent Messi from breaking into the penalty area.

If he was at his peak, he could stand near the goal line. He was sure enough to attack quickly when Messi broke through Vermaelen, but now he doesn't, so he can only stand outside and shorten the distance to make up for the shortcomings.

But in this way, Messi was given a chance to lob.

Of course, Messi's lob shot should also be a flash of inspiration.

But now, it's two to two!
The main problem with this ball was Casillas' positioning error, so the Real Madrid goalkeeper thumped the grass in regret.

But none of this changed the situation.

"Cough, it seems that the introduction of a new goalkeeper is imminent." Valdano whispered next to Butragueno's ear.

He didn't want Barcelona executives to hear him speak.

Butragueno nodded helplessly. It is difficult to accept emotionally, because over the past ten years, Real Madrid cannot do without Casillas. Just like Raul, he is the banner and leader of Real Madrid.

But judging from the team's technical and tactical needs, Casillas is indeed old, and Real Madrid really needs a young goalkeeper.

Either De Gea or Courtois, these are the two young goalkeepers most favored by the Real Madrid technical team.

As for who can be bought, it depends on the operation of the transfer market.

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Casillas's mistake was a big blow to Real Madrid's morale.

In this kind of strong dialogue, it is very difficult to score a goal for the opponent, but the most frightening thing is to score a goal with great difficulty in the front, but suddenly make a mistake and lose a goal in the back. Anyone who changes will feel unacceptable.

Responding to the field, Real Madrid's original good offensive momentum was contained, and Barcelona also made adjustments immediately, replacing Iniesta, whose physical fitness had begun to be a little too much, with Alexander Song.

This is a signal to strengthen the midfield defense.

It's hard to say whether Martino's substitution is conservative or not. It may also be to stabilize the midfield and make the frontcourt attack lineup more powerful. After Real Madrid was hit hard, they immediately made substitution adjustments.

Suarez soon replaced Eden Hazard.

The purpose of Ancelotti's substitution adjustment this time is very clear, that is to adopt a three-five-two formation with two forwards. After stabilizing the team's position and rhythm, continue to suppress the midfield and continue to attack Barcelona's defense.

Of course, Marcelo and Carvajal need to work harder, which is why Ancelotti still has a substitution quota, because he doesn't know whether the physical fitness of the two full-backs can bear it?
Barcelona's front trident has not moved, Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar are still on the court, Real Madrid adopts a three-back formation at this time, facing Barcelona's front trident, the risk is actually great.

This requires the two full-backs Marcelo and Carvajal to be able to execute in place and actively return to defense.

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"We saw that Real Madrid made the second substitution adjustment of this game."

"Surprisingly, Ancelotti chose to replace Eden Hazard with Suarez."

"Looks like it's still a substitution to strengthen the frontcourt."

"It is worth noting that after Suarez came on the field, Real Madrid's tactics are somewhat similar to a three-back. Javi Martinez retreats very far back, Vermaelen and Ramos are separated on both sides, and Marcelo and Carvajal will be relatively higher in position."

"The midfield is the three of David Silva, Xabi Alonso and Luka Modric."

"From the traditional four-three-three, then changed into a four-three-two-one Christmas tree combination, and then to the current three-five-two formation, we have to admire Ancelotti's formation in this game, as well as the adaptability of Real Madrid players to tactics in the game, which allows them to switch smoothly."

"As expected of the world's top tactician!"

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When the time entered 10 minutes, the players on both sides of the field were already very tired.

Especially in the No.803 minute, Martino has already begun to prepare for the second substitution.

Soon, Pedro replaced Neymar. This is a matchup substitution, and he still wants to strengthen the offense.

The two sides began the final duel.

First, Alves passed into the penalty area. After breaking into the penalty area, Cristiano Ronaldo forced a kick to hit the goal, but it hit Javi Martinez's leg and was blocked.

Real Madrid also quickly responded. David Silva and Xavi Alonso had a beautiful two-on-one. Xavi Alonso made a pass and passed behind the Barcelona defense. Yang Yang stopped the ball and turned around, kicking the goal directly.

Valdez reacted quickly and blocked the ball out of the bottom line.

Then Real Madrid's corner kick failed to create a threat.

Gradually, when the time entered 85 minutes, Real Madrid began to dominate the field, especially in the midfield.

Alexander Song is obviously unable to adapt to Barcelona's midfield passing and possession. He can provide the team with defense and hardness, as well as physical confrontation ability, but when passing and controlling the ball, he makes a lot of mistakes, especially under the pressure of Real Madrid.

No. 808 minutes, it was David Silva's ground tackle that cut off Alexander Song's pass, and quickly passed it to Harvey Alonso and then to Modric.

Modric stopped the ball forward and back, quickly passed it straight, and sent it to Suarez at the front of the penalty area.

The Uruguayan striker was close behind Mathieu, and he was not given any chance to turn around at all. After he stopped the ball, he could only be forced to bring it back.

But at this time, the right defender Carvajal suddenly rushed in along the right side like a bolt of lightning. Suarez also understood. When he was leading back, he slammed his heel directly, knocking the ball from Mathieu and Alba to the bottom line.

Carvajal sprinted head-on, sprinting all the way at the fastest speed, rushed behind Alba, caught up with the ball directly on the right side of the penalty area, and passed the ball low and flat into the penalty area, falling directly to the middle.

Yang Yang moved like a ghost, and suddenly appeared near the penalty spot. Facing the ball passed by Carvajal, he pushed it directly, and the ball went from Valdez's side into Barcelona's goal.

Three to two!
Real Madrid lead again!

This is another hat trick!
(End of this chapter)