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Chapter 664 Manchester City Dual Core
On December 12th, at the Bay Stadium, the World Cup semi-finals, the England-Portuguese war took the lead.

The historical grievances between the two teams have also attracted much attention in this game.

Beckham came to the stadium from the private room. This time, as a member of the England team, he competed with the team on the green field.

Figo, Rui Costa, Rooney, Gerrard, Owen and others appeared in the stadium private room.

Beckham, who came out of the tunnel first, hugged Ronaldo politely on the Portuguese bench.

This is the second time the two have appeared in an international competition after the 06 World Cup.

However, Beckham became a staff member, while Ronaldo was still fighting on the court.

England starting lineup:
Goalkeeper: Pickford.

Defense: Luke Shaw, Maguire, Stones, Kyle Walker.

Double defensive midfielder: Bellingham, Rice.

Midfield and frontcourt: Rossi, Mount, Rashford.

Center Forward: Harry Kane.

England's change is to adjust the formation to 4-2-3-1, with Rashford replacing Foden.

Portugal starter:
Goalkeeper: Diogo Costa.

Defense: Guerrero, Ruben Dias, Pepe, Dalot.

Midfielder: Otavio, Ruben Neves, B-Silva.

Forwards: Felix, Gonzalo Ramos, B-Fernandez.

Ronaldo is still sitting on the bench.

Under the leadership of Argentinian referee Facundo Tello, the two teams entered the Gulf Stadium and entered the final preparations.

Portugal attacks first.

Facing an England team with a large number of young talents, Portuguese coach Santos did not choose to be conservative.

The appearance of Gonzalo Ramos and Otavio is to improve the team's running and pressure resistance.

After defeating Uruguay 2:0 and beating Switzerland 6:1, Portugal's new strike partner ensures good offensive capabilities.

Gonzalo Ramos splits the space at the front, and European golden boy Felix is ​​waiting for the opportunity.

This high-speed, high-speed combination has certain advantages when facing the defense line composed of England's traditional central defenders.

When the central defender was drawn out, Felix's forward penetration made it very difficult for the tall central defender to defend.

Southgate's response plan is to have the full-backs move in for protection.

At this time, the intervention of the Portuguese full-back became the main offensive method.

In the 3rd minute, B-Fernandez launched a long diagonal pass from the right to transfer the ball. Guerrero stepped in from the left to connect and swept the ball to the goal.

Ramos was interfered by Maguire when outflanking.

At the moment of falling to the ground, he stabbed with his toe and was easily obtained by the goalkeeper.

Three minutes later, Portugal attacked again, and B-Silva dropped the ball into the center of the penalty area.

England goalkeeper Pickford punched out with both fists and knocked the ball away before Ramos' header to resolve the danger.

Judging from the two opening attacks, the Portuguese team wanted to use the ball transfer to find an opening in the opponent's defense before making a cross.

What supports the offensive system is the core midfielder from the Manchester City duo.

B-Fernandez,
B-Silva.

The two sat on the right, forming a strong pressure on England's left area, causing the defense to tilt too much towards this side.

In particular, England's left side is guarded by Rossi, and the defense is even more fragile.

Southgate had considered this before the game.But he did not withdraw or choose someone else.

The reason is simple. The benefits Rossi brings on the offensive end outweigh the disadvantages on defense.

In the 10th minute, Seat B held the ball and attacked along the wing, and met Rossi who was defending frontally.

He only used a simple change of direction to accelerate, broke through from the left side of Rossi, and hit the front B fee.

B Fei is not a fast winger. When facing Luke Shaw, he used the change of rhythm to complete the breakthrough and pass from the bottom.

Ramos in front of the goal rushed the header, but Maguire took the lead and headed it out of the penalty area.

Southgate also wants to imitate the Moroccan and Portugal games and adjust the height of the defense to relieve the pressure in the midfield and backfield.

However, Maguire's aircraft carrier turn forced England to abandon the strategy of adjusting the height of the defense line, and instead defended through the traditional high school defender stance mode.

In the 12th minute, B Fee's breakthrough on the wing caused Bellingham to foul, and Portugal got a set kick opportunity on the wing.

B Fee passed the ball into the penalty area, and Felix took the lead, instantly throwing off England's defense and diving over the top.

Pickford reacted quickly and fell down to save the ball.

The weakness of England's tall central defender who is slow to turn was firmly grasped by Portugal, who frequently used long balls to hit behind and deliver cannonballs to Felix and Ramos.

Europe's golden boy covered his face with his hands. He couldn't believe that his header, which was close at hand, would be bravely blocked by the opponent.

In the following time, under Manchester City's dual-core organization and scheduling, Portugal firmly held the advantage in possession, and the waves of attacks from the wing continued.

In the 15th minute, Seat B moved the ball to the weak side, and Ottavio used his head to ferry the ball into the penalty area.

Ramos and Maguire leaped high to compete, and finally it was the taller Maguire who pushed the ball out of the penalty area.

But it’s not over yet, grabbing a second penalty kick is also one of the important tactics of the Portuguese team.

Guerrero shot the ball directly into the ribs of the penalty area. The ball hit Stones' body and was cleared again.

During this period, with the Portuguese offensive gaining momentum, the English could only withdraw their defense line first, stick to the defense line first, and then appropriately seize the space on the opponent's wings.

Once a counterattack is formed, the front trident composed of Rossi, Kane, and Rashford will deal a fatal blow to the opponent.

This is the scoring efficiency Southgate wants from his striker.

So far, Portugal has created good offensive opportunities through the depth of the wing, but it is not guaranteed to be foolproof.

There is no perfect formation in football, and there must be gains and losses.

The Portuguese full-back's forward movement brings great benefits, but also increases the risk.

England's two wide midfielders began to push back against the Portuguese wing.

After Harry Kane retreated, Rossi's position was at the forefront, almost level with Portugal's last central defender.

Once there is a chance to counterattack, Rossi's quick start is enough to scare his opponents.

In the 18th minute, amid a melee in the England penalty area, Stones cleared the ball.

Kane, who retreated, used his personal ability to rely on the interference from Seat B while firmly controlling the ball at his feet.

Mount ran to respond and immediately discovered Rashford on the right. After receiving the ball and adjusting slightly, he passed the ball through to the unguarded Rashford.

Full back Guerrero strode back to chase, and finally returned to the defensive position before the opponent entered the penalty area.

At this moment, Rashford took advantage of Guerrero's relaxation of vigilance, suddenly cut inside, strode out of the way, and shot furiously.

The power is there, but the angle is lacking and it misses the goal post.

Although England's attack did not pose a threat, the successful implementation of tactics will determine whether they can score goals in the next game.

How to limit the attack from the wing is the tactic Southgate will deploy next.

(End of this chapter)