Stand by the last line of defense

Chapter 23 Play
Hearing that the coach let Zheng Long play, Oscar Huali was suddenly disappointed.

Damn it, I didn't fucking ask to play at that time!

If I speak up first, then the chance to play must be mine, not that Huaxia person's.

I must be a fucking idiot.

Such a good opportunity slipped away like this!

Oscar Wally wanted to slap himself twice!

Seeing Zheng Long get up, all the substitutes around him applauded Zheng Long to encourage him.

On the sidelines of the court, Zheng Long hopped back and forth, running in a fast-paced spot from time to time, trying to get his body moving as soon as possible.

So that you can play in the best condition to meet the challenge!
"Long, perform better on the field, so as to win you a chance to play in the next game!" assistant coach Nekens pulled Zheng Long over and urged.

"The opponent's offensive on the right is very strong, but you have to be careful of the opponent's No. 11 striker, he is good at grabbing points. You need to pay more attention to his running position..."

"The opponent's striker is good at grabbing points?" Zheng Long nodded repeatedly when he heard the assistant coach's advice. "I see!"

Although there are some players who can listen to it off the court, they will soon forget it due to various reasons such as nervousness and excitement after playing.

Whether Zheng Long will be such a player, the assistant coach does not know, but he hopes that Zheng Long can listen to his words.

This will make him more aware of what he should do on the court.

No. 7 Anel Hajic saw the substitution sign, and he ran to the sidelines helplessly.

Of course he understands that now that the goalkeeper is sent down, he must go down alone and replace the goalkeeper.

There was one less person to fight, and the number was at a disadvantage.

The defender can't move, so he can only switch to the frontcourt.

Faced with such a situation, even if he was reluctant, Anel Hajic could only end with a wry smile.

However, he is considered an old player in La Liga, so of course he knows what to do to help the team best.

He walked slowly down the court.

Wait a moment and the opponent will take a free kick!
Zheng Long was suddenly replaced, and the warm-up was definitely not enough.

An extra minute of procrastination by myself can also allow Zheng Long to warm up for an extra minute and be more fully prepared.

Of course, the opponent knows that the sooner the opponent's goalkeeper is replaced, the better it is for him.

They immediately complained to the referee, complaining that the opponent was too slow to leave the field, and they should urge the opponent to leave the field quickly, and it is best to give him a yellow card.

Of course the referee knew what Zaragoza was planning.I also understand that the opponent needs two or three minutes to prepare for another goalkeeper.

They all issued red cards to send off their goalkeeper, so it is normal to give some preferential treatment.

The referee stared blankly at the surrounding players, and as he strolled towards Anel Hadjic, he motioned for Huelva's players to be quiet.

Huelva coach J. Otla also yelled at the fourth official on the sidelines, while pointing at Anel Hajic on the field and complaining loudly.

Popovich is also an old coach. Of course, he knows that it can be delayed for two or three minutes at this time, which is already the limit of the referee's patience.

If it lasted longer, I'm afraid the referee will get mad and give the card.

After warming up for 2 minutes, Zheng Long was called to his side by the head coach.

Head coach Popovich held him back and wanted to teach him the opportunity face to face.

But he is a goalkeeper, what tactics can he say?
Head coach Popovich shook his head self-deprecatingly, and he patted Zheng Long's arm.

"Long, don't be nervous. Relax. You are very capable. I have always been optimistic about you. You already have the strength to start. Now all you need is experience."

Zheng Long heard coach Popovich's long-winded reassurance, but now he can't listen at all.

Zheng Long nodded perfunctorily and said, "I know, sir."

He kept his eyes fixed on Anel Hadjic in the distance.

Damn, why don't you hurry up and end.

Hurry up and let me play!

Seeing the substitution sign played by the staff on the side of the court, the commentator was puzzled for a moment.

He quickly took out the player list and looked at the name of No. 42 on the substitute list. "Zheng Long?"

Very awkward name.

Chinese?
oh.It turned out to be from Huaxia, no wonder the name is so strange.

He immediately shouted loudly. "Ladies and gentlemen. Zaragoza's main goalkeeper was sent off. Now they have replaced a striker with a substitute goalkeeper.

This goalkeeper is a complete rookie, and he hasn't even played a game before.Now Popovich replaced this rookie who had never heard of it.

Do you want to completely give up hope of winning, or are you ready to fight to the death.Let me wait and see! "

The fans of Zaragoza in the stands also watched a newcomer enter the field, and they were also confused.

Who is this newcomer?

Most of them are diehards of the team and know the members of the team like the back of their hands.

But they didn't know this newcomer with an Asian face at all.

Only one or two fans with good memories suddenly shouted. "Didn't the team hold a press conference last week and say they signed a new player? This guy!"

"What's his name? How is his strength?"

"Why don't I know this, he just came from China last week. None of us have watched his games much."

……

Although many people have seen Zheng Long's outstanding performance in training, are training and official competition the same thing?
The defensive midfielder Galareta said to the captain Pedro angrily.

"Dragon's performance in training is very good. But at this time, it should be replaced by an experienced one! Isn't Oscar Wally sounding good?"

Captain Pedro also frowned. "Maybe the head coach has his own considerations. We just need to do our own thing!"

"Hey!" Galaretta also wanted to win this game and go further.

But now it seems that this game is suspended!

……

Seeing that the opponent has already replaced players, the Huelva players who were discussing tactics during this period were also surprised when they looked up and saw a strange Asian face on the field.

"Who is this guy?"

"I haven't heard of it, it should be a newcomer who has just signed a contract!"

"Who cares who he is? The opponent has one less player, so we can play more and less. We must win this game!"

"Ok!"

The striker has not left the field yet, and the goalkeeper Alcolia has gone off first.

He stepped forward and clapped hands with Zheng Long, then walked towards coach Popovich.

It's useless to say anything now.

Head coach Popovich tapped Alcolia on the shoulder.

"Nothing? It's not your fault. You've done your best. Rest now!"

Goalkeeper Alcolia reluctantly walked to the bench, clapped hands with all the substitutes, then took the towels still brought by the staff, and walked to the player tunnel.

After 1 minute, forward Anel Hajiqi finally ran out of the court with a turtle speed.

The referee blew his whistle to signal Zheng Long to enter the field.

When the head coach Popovich wanted to say something, Zheng Long couldn't wait to run on the court and ran to the goal.

Ready for the challenge!
(End of this chapter)