Handsome position is not easy

Chapter 179 Decisive Battle against the Celtics ([-])

After the Celtics equalized again, the two teams on the field are now in an extremely delicate situation. Porto can use the strong delivery ability of the two forward midfielders to create goals, and the Celtics can also rely on The height and physical advantages have repeatedly found opportunities in the penalty area. The offensive ends of both sides have played their usual demeanor in the league, but it seems that no one can defend against the opponent's offense.

Nearly [-] fans in the Olympic Stadium in Seville are in a state of confusion at the moment. The repeated switching between heaven and hell makes them unable to figure out who has the upper hand on the scene. Porto fans are in the most emotional mood. Complicated, the fact that they were equalized twice cut off the cheers in their throats. Even the members of the coaching staff covered their foreheads silently. Who knows what will happen next?
The most calm at the moment is the coaches of the two teams. Both Mourinho and Martin O'Neill know that in this kind of hand-to-hand combat that is infinitely close to confrontation, the one who stabilizes the defense first is the final winner.But Martin also knows in his heart that if Porto forcibly increases the speed, the Celtics' overly tall defense line can easily be dragged down by through balls and running without the ball.

The situation of the Scottish giants is already faintly at a disadvantage. Expecting to quickly equalize every time the opponent takes the lead is something that the ball blind will not consider. Martin O'Neill has a thorough understanding of the situation on the field. Defense, the possibility of the Celtics winning the game will be reduced to an extremely low level.

If you want to prevent Porto's frontcourt players from passing and cutting quickly, you must let Petrov and Mijarbi pull back to your own half. These two midfielders will limit the performance of Deco and Young. Once such a choice is made, the two wings of the Celtics will not be able to get the support of the players in the middle, and the tactics of stealing the ball and counterattacking quickly in the midfield will be completely paralyzed.

Instead of cutting off an arm on the offensive end, it is better to take a gamble. Martin O'Neill continues to adopt the tactics of Petrov and Mijarby taking turns to attack. With one goal, the Celtics will be able to recover their lead with confidence. At that time, the Scottish-style tough defense will erect a high wall and use their physical advantages to strictly limit the performance of Porto's two midfielders. .

As for Porto, Mourinho did not have any extra choices. The Celtics tied the score when the game was close to 10 minutes, and shortly after that, Jorge Costa was in the absence of confrontation. Sitting down suddenly, he looked at Mourinho apologetically, and gestured for a substitution.

The arduous journey of fighting on the third front for a whole season has made the 31-year-old veteran exhausted to the extreme. Costa's meaning is very clear. He can't hold on anymore. Rafat and Nelson also made a judgment of muscle contusion after the inspection , Mourinho had no choice but to replace Pedro Emmanuel, although he was extremely reluctant to use the second substitution quota on the defender.

However, Pedro can always help the team to strengthen the defense. Although the Angolan central defender is only 1.8 meters tall, his jumping ability is very strong, and it is not very difficult to compete with tall guys like Jankaskas during team training. suffer.What makes Mourinho feel a little nervous is that Nuno Valente seems to have suffered some minor injuries when he was passed by McNamara. The time game is completely out of cards to play.

After Pedro Emmanuel replaced Jorge Costa in Porto, Martin O'Neill quickly made a substitution adjustment, which was also a matchup substitution. Neil Lennon replaced Stillian Peter Rove, running back and forth without hesitation in more than 60 minutes of game time, almost exhausted all the physical strength of the Bulgarian midfielder, not to mention that he always had to deal with the repeated pulling of Deco and Young in this position.

The offensive and defensive situation between the two sides lasted until 10 minutes. Porto held the initiative at the end of regular time. Maniche also pressed up many times to assist Deco and others to participate in the attack. Found an excellent opportunity to break through.

Deco picked the ball out in the pinch between Lennon and Miallby, and before his body lost his balance, he pushed his right foot to Capucho who was in front of him. The veteran slyly let McMa Nuss, who only made half of the movement of pulling the ball and turning around, knocked the ball to Maniche who was plugging in with the heel of his left foot.

Just when everyone felt that the lore was about to appear, Mourinho's favorite midfielder made a small mistake. He accidentally tripped over the turf while waving the ball with his right foot. When he adjusted his pace and hit the goal, there was not much space left, and the Celtics goalkeeper decisively chose to attack.

Maniche pushed the shot with his right foot, but did not exert enough power. Marshall turned sideways and hugged the ball in his arms. The Porto fans sighed in disappointment. At this moment, the referee blew the ball. The whistle sounded at the end of regular time, and the game needed to go into overtime.

All the players on the field flocked to the sidelines to replenish water, and several people with cramps were also trying to stretch their calves. Mourinho called the Porto players to him, and he had a lot to remind them. 10 minute fighter.

"Everyone has listened carefully. Let me emphasize again that the overtime system of the final is not a golden ball system that ends after a goal is scored. Now it is a silver ball system. That is to say, if we succeed in the first half, we will continue to play. After these 15 minutes, Porto will win the UEFA Cup. If there is still a draw, they will enter the second half of overtime. If they continue to draw, they will enter a penalty shootout.

If we can score first, then everyone will return to their own half to participate in the defense and use all the tricks to delay time. In case the Celtics take the lead first, there is not much time left, everyone They all pass the ball to Capucho, who can no longer run, and will stand in the midfield to respond, and others, including the full-backs, will jump in and press with all their strength.

In addition, Capuccio, I know you have no energy, but I still insist on a few more minutes. I will choose the timing of the substitution according to the situation on the court. Marco Ferreira will replace you as soon as possible.Marco, don't stick to the ball after you play. When you get the ball, send a diagonal pass forward to find Deco, Young and Delray, and then run with all your strength to hit the Celtics' side ribs in the penalty area. Remember , don't bring the ball by yourself, understand? "

The adjustment time for hydration soon passed, and the players of both sides returned to the field under the command of the referee. Mourinho stood in the command area with his arms folded. He turned his head and looked at Martin O'Neill on the other side, Northern Ireland The person's expression seemed very serious, and the coach of Porto smiled lightly. The cup game is indeed more exciting than the league game, and Mourinho likes this feeling very much.

(End of this chapter)