Chapter 197 Lob Shot and Counterattack
Giggs and Fanny's activity largely paralyzes Mallorca's defense - although Jose attaches importance to defense, defense always has a center of gravity. Facing a team that is very sharp on the left and right, your defense must of course have a center of gravity. Which side of the attack is fierce, your attention should be placed on which side, which is the truth.
However, Mallorca's defense is also very good. Although he focuses on the left and the penalty area, he has not relaxed against Beckham on the right. After all, this guy's crossing ability is really too strong.[]
However, although Manchester United quickly changed the direction of the attack, they did not hit the ball to the right, but directly hit the middle!
Scholes received the ball at the front of the penalty area, and Mota blocked him to prevent him from shooting from a long shot at the first time. However, Scholes did not shoot from a long shot, but turned around and passed the ball to Keane who was following him!
Keane took the ball forward and rushed over from the side to make up for defense. In desperation, Karaze hit his shoulders and couldn't even take care of a free kick with a good position. However, before Keane fell to the ground, he passed the ball to the right!
After several involvements, Mallorca's left was completely empty, and even Capdvilla returned to the middle to help defend. Beckham received the ball without defending!
Beckham received the ball from a little outside the corner of the penalty area. Seeing that the opponent was about to get the ball, Capdvilla immediately turned around and rushed over, and Franco also moved forward a few steps, ready to attack at any time to block Beckham's cross.
Beckham's cross has a large arc and fast speed. If the forward grabs the point in the penalty area, the goalkeeper will not be able to make a prediction. Unless the opponent's shot directly pushes the ball into the goalkeeper's arms or outside the goal range, it will definitely be a goal. In this case, attacking and using the goalkeeper's advantage of using his hands to intercept the ball in the middle is also a good defensive replication.
Beckham stopped the ball at his feet and looked up at the situation in the penalty area - Capdvilla is still far from him, so don't worry - then he swung his right foot and kicked the ball out with force!
Jose's pupils suddenly contracted from the field - although he was far away, he noticed something wrong with Beckham's feet!
"Is it..."
Franco's attention has always been on Beckham, because he needs to judge the ball's flight track as soon as possible if he wants to intercept Beckham's cross. When Beckham kicked the ball out, he began to feel a sense of crisis for no reason. The next second, he knew where the sense of crisis came from!
The ball drew an obvious arc in the air. Judging from the track, the landing point would be behind... Franco!
This is not a cross, this is a shot!
Franco immediately began to retreat - he made another mistake. Beckham's "shot" was very fast. If he turned around and ran to the back point of the goal immediately, he might have to jump to the ball. However, now he retreated with his back to the goal, even if he moved his feet flexibly, it would be too late...
As soon as he retreated into the small penalty area, the ball had already reached Franco's head. At this time, Franco could only jump up in despair, then jumped up against the ball, and stretched his arms as much as possible.
But it was still a little bit short - although Franco had tried his best to stretch his fingers and his height was 1.88 meters, but it was still about the same distance as the palm. The ball flew over from above his hand, and then began to fall, falling directly into the far corner of the goal!
"Oh oh oh oh oh! A wonderful shot! David - Beckham! Manchester United's No. 7! Listen to the cheers in the stands! All Manchester people are proud of him!"
The live commentator at Old Trafford roared loudly, and in the stands, there were huge cheers from Manchester United fans. The one who was running on the court wearing the No. 7 jersey was their greatest pride!
Manchester United's No. 7 has always had a tradition of great players! However, compared with predecessors such as Best Cantona, Beckham is not bad at all!
During Beckham's celebration, Ronaldo kept looking at the other party's back - he felt that this kind of sling was not difficult, and he should be able to hit him...
Ferguson laughed happily and waved his fists into the stands. Although Ferguson and Beckham are not in a honeymoon period, it is still quite good. Seeing Beckham score the goal, the old man smiled happily.
Jose was a little depressed. This goal was scored quite well. This goal was not something that any superstar could easily score. This goal fell on his head, which was really depressing...
But now it's only one ball behind, and it's not time to worry.
The advantage of playing away games first is that you don’t have to worry if you concede the ball first, just be patient. If you can score one, it’s a big victory. If you really can’t do it, there’s still a home court…
Jose thought that there was no problem with the team's defense now, but it was just that the opponent's strong attack and Beckham's inspiration caught the loophole. As long as you pay attention to it, there would be no problem.
After taking the lead, Manchester United's offense restrained a little, while Mallorca, who re-started, quickly launched a counterattack. Although the midfielder placed three midfielders, it did not mean that Mallorca's midfield offensive strength had declined. Karaze also had certain offensive ability. At the same time, Capdvilla's assist was also excellent. If the right side was mainly defense, the left side attack could still help a lot.
In the following game, Mallorca's offense began to start more from the left, with Karaze, Capdvilla, and even Ronaldo and Luke constantly getting the ball from this side and then launching a fierce attack.
This offense immediately put a lot of pressure on Manchester United's right. Although Beckham was constantly retreating to help defend, Mallorca formed an advantageous force on this side and constantly created opportunities through back and forth transmission.
Manchester United's midfield defense began to shift to this side, but they were not worried that Mallorca would suddenly change the direction of the offense to catch them off guard - on the right, only Campano and Garcia could participate in the offense, but one was restrained by Giggs, and the other had a fair offensive ability, so they had nothing to worry about.
In Ferguson's opinion, Mallorca's offense seems fierce during this period, but there are not many substantial threats. No matter how strong the left side is, it is only on the wing. As long as it overcomes Mallorca's offense during this period, it will be Manchester United's turn to go crazy next.
Even if a strong team is at home, facing a slightly weaker opponent, they have to temporarily avoid the opponent's edge. There is no need to bump into it when you hit it in without any trouble.
Ferguson was waiting, and Manchester United was waiting, waiting for Mallorca's offense to slow down, and that was when Manchester United counterattacked again.
Jose stood next to the coach's seat and watched the game on the court with a blank expression. Of course, he knew that Mallorca's advantage was only superficial at this time. As long as the pace slowed down, it would be suppressed by Manchester United again.
However, this is also a chance for Mallorca. If you can seize the opportunity to score a goal, your advantage will come to Mallorca in an instant!
This is the case with football games. Even if you win the game four-to-one at home, you may be killed by four-to-zero away games. It changes rapidly and there will be no real victory or defeat until the last moment. This is the charm of football!
Right - Does Mallorca really have no offensive ability on the right? Compared with Manchester United's excellent defense on the right, Manchester United, which allowed Sylvester to play the left back, is a place with time bombs on the left. How could Jose let go of this flaw?
Since the beginning of the game, Etoo has no highlights except that breakthrough. He couldn't grab the header in the penalty area, and he quietly took a break after pulling out of the penalty area. However, Etoo was the only piece Joseb had taken to attack on the right!
Of course, chess pieces that are hidden so deeply must be used in the most critical places.
After continuing to attack on the left and middle lanes for a while, Mallorca's attack slowed down a bit, and Manchester United took advantage of the situation and prepared to suppress Mallorca back again.
Mallorca began to create opportunities in the midfield by back-and-forth downs, while Manchester United expanded the defense line and attacked. They already had enough staff in the midfield. Ferguson put a lot of effort into this game, especially in the midfield.
Although Mallorca players are already very skilled in passing back and forth, they are still forced to get the ball when facing the opponent's pressing level. In terms of starting and running ability, Manchester United's midfield is quite outstanding.
Mallorca was forced to retreat step by step, and Manchester United also pressed forward step by step. It was not a good thing to be suppressed by the opponent at home, and they had been holding it in for a while.
Manchester United's entire defense line was pressed near the center circle, and Mallorca's tenacity was beyond their expectations. Although they were forced out, they were still passing it back and forth without being suppressed again by Manchester United.
Jose's pupils shrank slightly - now is a good opportunity. Etoo is almost ignored by Manchester United's defense. If there is a direct pass at this time...
His players did not disappoint his trust. Ronaldo got the ball and passed it back. Mota grabbed the ball in front of Scholes, and then gave a beautiful straight pass when he was forced into a mess!
A flash of sword light!
The 30-meter straight pass flew through the middle of the heavy Manchester United players and then flew towards Manchester United's halftime. A white figure started from the right and chased the ball!
Etoo showed his sharp fangs at that moment, and his lightning speed also made Old Trafford fans exclaim!
Sylvester, who was closest to him, was the first to return to defense, and his speed was not slow either. When Etoo chased the ball, he had already rushed over from the side.
Jose bit his lip, and he believed Etoo would be able to get rid of this guy.
Etoo did not disappoint him. Facing Sylvester who was rushing from the side, Etooo first paused slightly, and then suddenly accelerated!
Sylvester first paused, and then he was slower when he wanted to react - the defender was good at physical fitness and speed, but his first reaction was always slower, and there was no big problem with playing the fullback. However, as the last defender, this flaw seemed quite fatal.
In the World Club Cup in South America before, Sylvester was swung by Edmund like a wooden stake, and this time it was the same...
Chapter completed!