armyinform Chapter 615 The Opening of the Premier League
Chapter 615 The Opening of the Premier League
Chapter 615 The Opening of the Premier League
Chapter 626 Premier League Opening
The coaching staff still had some disagreements on whether to let Balotelli start in the first round of the league, but in the end Gao Bo decided to keep his promise. Since he said that the striker with the most goals in the warm-up match can start, Balotelli's start is a sure thing.
In Manchester City, Gao Bo still emphasizes the overall ground coordination tactics. At the same time, unlike Atletico Madrid, in order to adapt to the rhythm of the Premier League, he requires simpler and more aggressive passes!
Like in La Liga, the possibility of making mistakes will increase in the fast pace of the Premier League. Moreover, from the lineup point of view, this set of Manchester City's lineup is indeed suitable for playing fast.
Whether it is Eriksson in the midfield or David Silva, they are players who are very good at receiving passes and running positions in the frontcourt. Hazard and Griezmann are like two fists. The main attack point of Manchester City is to create opportunities for the two wings.
Therefore, the choice of center will not have too much impact on the team's tactics, which is why Gao Bo dared to let Balotelli start.
The opening game of the 2012-2013 Premier League season was between West Ham United and Aston Villa. The two teams had a very dull match at the bubble stadium. The tug-of-war in midfield lasted until the No.708 minute of the game. The deadlock was finally broken. With a goal from a corner kick, West Ham United defeated Aston Villa [-]-[-] at home and got a good start.
Then the Premier League game started in full swing.
City's game began the day after the opener, with City taking on Southampton at the Etihad Stadium.
Regarding the result of this game, most media believe that Manchester City will easily win at home, and it is difficult for Southampton to challenge Manchester City.
However, there are many speculations about Manchester City's starting lineup.
Especially in midfield, due to the introduction of Casemiro and Eriksson this season, fans have a lot of discussions about whether these two new players will start.
The mainstream view is that Casemiro and Eriksson are only supplements to Manchester City's midfield, and it is difficult for them to appear on the starting list.
Because now in Manchester City's midfield, there are David Silva, Yaya Toure, Barry and others. Casemiro and Eriksson have never played in the Premier League before, and they have not proved themselves in other leagues in the five major leagues. It may be difficult for these two players to occupy a place in Manchester City's midfield.
As for the candidates on the front line, people think that there will be no changes. Griezmann and Hazard, these two players are the two most expensive players introduced by Manchester City this season. Griezmann spent 1.5 million for Manchester City, while Hazard spent 500 million pounds.
In general, Gao Bo did not continue to spend a lot of money on signings. This is not for Manchester City to save money-the Abu Dhabi consortium does not need him to save money.But Gao Bo felt that his lineup was enough, even if he changed Manchester City's lineup completely, it would be meaningless, because in his opinion, he didn't need top stars in every position at all.
Because he still has cards!Winning the Champions League and La Liga last season enriched his card configuration.As long as his card configuration in this game is based on the balance of offense and defense.
In terms of defense, interception cards must be equipped.
The stamina card is also a card that Gao Bo likes to use very much. In the final stage of the game, the advantage of stamina will allow the team to continuously suppress the opponent.In addition, in terms of offense, Gao Bo is equipped with an orange card.
[Match Card (Orange): Shooting hit rate +15%; Passing success rate +15%]
This is the card Gao Bo chose after winning the Champions League.
This card is completely equipped to take advantage of the advantages of both sides. Hazard kicks to the left with his right foot, and Griezmann kicks to the right with his left foot. Gao Bo completely treats the two players as reverse-footed wingers. Cutting shots are one of the main offensive methods of reverse-footed wingers, so it is necessary to do something about this aspect.
As for the center forward, Gao Bo's requirements will not be too high. Therefore, even if Balotelli is allowed to start, Gao Bo feels that there is no major problem.
As for whether Balotelli can score?
He just needs to act as a distraction.
After shaking hands with the Southampton manager, Gao Bo took his seat on the dugout amid cheers and applause from the crowd at the Etihad Stadium.
The TV screen has been writing to Gobert.
This is Gao Bo's first game in the Premier League, and it seems to be somewhat commemorative.
"Gao Bo is no stranger to this stadium. In the FA Cup two years ago, he defeated Manchester City in this stadium! Now, he returns to England, with the aura of a European champion coach, and he has become the helm of the Etihad! Where will Manchester City be taken by him? We will wait and see."
Narrator Letkinson said.
When players from both sides stood in the player tunnel and lined up to play, the commentator of Sky TV, Letkinson, was already sitting in the commentary seat of the Etihad Stadium. After speaking, he picked up a document.
"It seems that all of us guessed wrong!!" Letkinson said when he saw Manchester City's starting list. "In this game, Coach Gao Bo's starting lineup was unexpected, and not many people could even guess it!"
"First of all, the goalkeeper. The starting goalkeeper is the young Oblak. The goalkeeper born in 1993 is only 19 years old this year. He replaced Hart's starting position!"
Not only Letkinson, but even Manchester City fans were surprised that Oblak started.
Joe Hart, as England's national goalkeeper, has firmly occupied the position of Manchester City's No. 2007 goalkeeper since October 10, and it has been five years now.
Although the outside world often ridicules Joe Hart as the background board of various world waves, but this shows how powerful Joe Hart is-it seems that only the world wave can break his goal!
And who is Oblak sacred?
No. [-] goalkeeper from Benfica?
When the starting list came out, the English reporters in the media seats began to discuss it.
The England goalkeeper sat on the bench, while the 93-year-old teenager born in 19 started.
This made these English reporters very upset. No matter how bad Hart is, can he be worse than a goalkeeper who is less than 20 years old?
"Oblak started, which is really surprising." Letkinson's commentary partner Redknapp said, "Maybe Oblak is really a very talented goalkeeper, but at his young age, starting in the opening game of the Premier League, this young teenager doesn't know if he can handle the pressure."
Redknapp believes that it is undoubtedly a risk to let Oblak start. It is okay for him to perform well. If he does not perform well, in England's public opinion and media environment, it is really worrying whether this young player can withstand the pressure.
"We hope that Oblak can show a good performance. Next is the back line. The combination of central defenders is Kompany and Kolo Toure, left back Kolarov, and right back Trippier. This is another unexpected start. Coach Gao Bo likes to use young players very much!"
"The bigger changes have occurred in the midfield. Casemiro and Eriksson introduced this season have both appeared in the starting position. The other midfielder is David Silva. Judging from the formation given at the beginning, Casemiro is in the center, standing in the midfielder position. In front of him is David Silva on the left and Eriksson on the right. Two attacking midfielders and one defensive midfielder. Yaya Toure and Milner sat on the bench. Manchester City's second captain Barry did not enter the game at all. big list"
"On the forward line, Hazard on the left and Griezmann on the right. It is not surprising that these two players start. But on the forward line, Balotelli, who was once rumored to be sold by Manchester City, actually appeared in the starting center position!!"
Amidst the buzz about City's starting line-up, the players were already on the pitch.
After a series of pre-match ceremonies, the players of both sides stood in their respective positions and waited for the start of the game.
The referee and the fourth official on the sidelines are checking the table!
The lights of the Etihad Stadium were brightly lit, and the Manchester City fans in the stands rose to their feet.
Although the team is still spending a lot of money this season, the difference from before is that the team ushered in a real champion coach!
Fans watch the stadium, awaiting the start of the season.
Let's hope this isn't a bitter season anymore.
(End of this chapter)