Chapter 1050 Let you all be envious!
"Be careful with Kaka in this game. Although he is not young anymore, he is still very strong!"
This was emphasized by Guangzhou Evergrande head coach Scolari in his speech in the locker room before the game.
At that time, everyone had already received Beijing Guoan's starting lineup. As a result, Pochettino's starting lineup was a bit surprising. Terry sat on the bench and Kaka started.
This is somewhat surprising.
Before the game, many people speculated that although Pochettino was in charge of the home team, this game was too important. For the sake of safety, Terry should play and limit Jackson Martinez.
As for the midfield and frontcourt, the roles of Xabi Alonso and Ibrahimovic are so important that it is natural for Kaka to sit on the bench.
After all, in the previous three games, Xabi Alonso and Ibrahimovic were the main players, while Kaka and Terry were rotated.
But no one expected that Pochettino would arrange Kaka to start in this game.
Could it be that he is not worried at all about his team's defense?
For anyone who sees Beijing Guoan's starting lineup, the first impression must be that Pochettino, like his mentor Bielsa, is an absolute madman who regards attack as his life!
Kaka's starting lineup represents attack, there is no need to say more.
When the broadcast at the Workers' Stadium read out the starting lineup for this game, all the Guoan fans in the stadium cheered.
This is courage!
Pochettino's starting lineup represents his courage and determination, and also represents the fighting spirit of Beijing Guoan!
In this stadium, Beijing Guo'en must attack to the end and destroy all opponents!
Scolari stood on the sidelines and felt the surging cheers from the stands of the Workers' Stadium. The fans seemed to form green waves that swept across the huge stadium, which was impressive.
This is China's most fanatical home ground!
Even in Europe, it is not inferior to those European giants!
"Tell them to be careful at the beginning!" Coral said to his assistant.
The assistant immediately walked to the sidelines and shouted a few words toward the court, reminding the players to pay attention to the start.
But sometimes, is paying attention useful?
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"Jingcheng Guoen kicked off first."
"Yangcheng Hengda did not show weakness at the start of the game. They did not retreat but chose to press forward step by step."
"Xabi Alonso, pass to the left, to Jiang Zhipeng."
"Jiang Zhipeng passed the ball back to Xu Yunlong on the defensive line."
"The ball returned to Xabi Alonso and was passed to Kaka who moved to the wing."
"Kaka suddenly started, cut inside, and Wu Lei came over to receive the ball."
"Wu Lei, no chance, pass to Ibrahimovic."
"Ibrahimovic got the ball, knocked it back to Kaka, good chance, Kaka kicked it directly!"
The entire Workers' Stadium suddenly let out a cry of surprise. Many fans even couldn't help being startled. They jumped up from their seats as if they had been electrocuted.
Kaka's sudden long shot from outside the penalty area was at a very accurate angle.
However, Zeng Cheng's performance was also quite good. He flew and lifted the ball over the crossbar. When he landed, it was obvious that the Hengda goalkeeper was still in shock.
"It's so sudden, it's really so sudden!"
"Kaka's kick this time was very secretive. No one expected that he would actually kick directly. He was very resolute and decisive, and the angle was also very accurate. Zeng Cheng saved Hengda!"
Scolari on the sidelines also wiped a cold sweat. If this ball had gone in, the game would have been really difficult.
The game had just started and the goal was scored in less than a minute. What was the point of playing?
"Retreat, let them retreat!" said Scolari.
From five defeats in the warm-up matches to three consecutive wins in the new season, Beijing Guoan's performance can be said to be getting better and better.
In Scolari's view, such performance is normal.
In Europe, Beijing Guoan's five warm-up opponents were all strong. At that time, Beijing Guoan had just reorganized its central axis, so it was not surprising that they had not won five games.
Scolari also arranged for someone to watch the game on site, and he spoke well of Pochettino.
Whether it is Pochettino or Bielsa behind him, this entire tactical system requires a high level of tacit understanding between the players. When the team was just reorganized, the players did not cooperate well enough and their fighting power naturally could not be brought into play.
But now, after returning to the Chinese Super League, Beijing Guoan encountered opponents that were weaker than them. After three consecutive games, Pochettino's team obviously played more skillfully and cooperated more smoothly.
Even Scolari had to admit that Pochettino had integrated the overall tactics quite well.
As a result, in this game, right at the beginning, Beijing Guoan gave Yangcheng Evergrande a warning.
Scolari is now a little relieved and reminded the players to be cautious after the start of the game.
If Zeng Cheng hadn't bravely saved Kaka's shot, the situation would have been dangerous.
It’s really thrilling when you think about it!
Scolari turned his head and glanced at Pochettino who was standing on the sidelines directing the game, and a hint of anger flashed in his eyes.
What a nasty Argentinian!
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When Scolari had a serious expression on his face in the stadium, Master Huan was laughing in the stands.
"Boss Xu, you are destined to suffer a setback in this match."
The leader of Beijing City sat next to Yang Huan, while Mr. Xu of Yangcheng Hengda sat on the other side.
After hearing what Master Huan said, President Xu shook his head with a depressed look on his face. How could he not see that Yangcheng Evergrande wanted to avoid the opponent's edge? Who let Beijing Guoen rely on the home advantage and attack unreasonably from the beginning?
Just after Kaka's long shot from outside the penalty area made everyone break out in a cold sweat, Xabi Alonso's corner kick was almost headed in by Reitenlong, not only giving everyone a shock, but also earning another corner kick.
This time Kaka took the penalty and he shot it in front of the goal. Wu Lei missed the target and it went slightly wide.
In one breath, in more than a minute, three shots, it makes people's heart beat to the goal!
I really didn't realize that in just a few months, the capital city of Guo'en has been completely transformed.
But at a time like this, we can’t just be soft-hearted even if we lose the game, right?
"Master Huan, isn't this just the beginning?" Boss Xu laughed, "We are used to latecomers taking the lead. Let us let you guys jump around for a while, and then you will know how powerful we are!"
"Besides, haven't we scored a goal yet?"
He really didn't believe it. Losing to Southampton was one thing, but was he going to lose to Beijing Guoan again?
After hearing this, Yang Huan burst out laughing and nodded repeatedly, as if to say, let's wait and see.
Looking at Master Huan, he seems quite relaxed, as if he doesn't care about winning or losing.
On the contrary, Mr. Xu was somewhat uneasy.
When it comes to Scolari's coaching performance at Guangzhou Evergrande, there is nothing to say.
The last time the team lost in China and Asia was when Cannavaro was the coach. After Scolari took over, the team has remained unbeaten so far. Just on this point, Yangcheng Evergrande is confident enough.
Even though we lost to Southampton in the Champions League, they are the world champions, no doubt about that.
No matter how good Mr. Xu's ambition is, he doesn't think Guangzhou Evergrande can beat Southampton.
The only thing that made him not very satisfied was the team's playing style, which was not beautiful enough.
This is not surprising. None of the teams coached by Scolari played beautifully.
Even the Brazilian national team in the 2002 World Cup, when we say it was beautiful, was overshadowed by the three superstars of the front trident. We overlooked the fact that the Brazilian team played very pragmatically and attached great importance to defense!
But there's nothing I can do.
Lippi did a good job in the early stage of coaching Evergrande, but his nickname is Silver Fox. He has been dealing with cunning people like Moggi all his life. How could he be a simple person?
So, in the past few years in China, Lippi has basically gained all the benefits, and the fans are convinced of him.
But he should never, ever treat the club as a fool and let his son, who is an agent, go his own way. Who does he think he is?
He is not Ferguson, and Evergrande is not Manchester United!
In order to part ways amicably, Lippi stepped behind the scenes, Cannavaro was just a buffer for the transition, and the team soon brought in Scolari.
As for what happened afterwards, it was a natural thing. On a suitable day, Cannavaro was dismissed and Scolari took over.
Don't think that Scolari has been coaching for more than half a year. Although he has won the recognition and affirmation of fans with the domestic double championship and outstanding performance in the Club World Cup, in Mr. Xu's opinion, it is still somewhat lacking.
Look at Pochettino, he is young, has a beautiful coaching style and is very aggressive. He is so awesome, isn’t he?
For Mr. Xu, who worships wolf culture and promotes wolf management within the group, this is exactly the kind of head coach he wants!
Finally, Mr. Xu couldn't hold back any longer and leaned over, "Master Huan."
"Hmm?" Yang Huan replied casually.
"You need to help me with something again."
"Well, what's the matter? Tell me about it."
"Help me find another manager like Pochettino!"
When Yang Huan heard this, he raised his eyebrows and said, "Hey, I say, do you think there are good coaches everywhere?"
"I went through so much trouble to find this gem and I'm keeping it for myself. What do you think? If it's so easy to find, it won't be hard for European teams to find a head coach!"
When Mr. Xu heard this, he realized that this was indeed the case.
But there is no way. Looking at Pochettino of Beijing Guoan and then at Scolari, I always feel bad.
Pochettino is not very famous, but since Young Master Huan thinks highly of him, he must be a capable person.
As for Scolari, he is a famous coach, but firstly, he is old, and secondly, he is also a veteran.
People say that Brazilian players are very good at playing football. Judging from him, the head coach is not an ordinary person either.
Yang Huan looked at Mr. Xu's expression, laughed, and felt a little proud in his heart.
He was not very sure about Pochettino's level before, but now he is very clear that he will have no problem coaching in the mainstream European leagues. He may even be able to go further and become a famous European coach.
Given his age, it would be completely normal for him to become a world-class coach in the future.
Such a talent is hard to come by, how can it be easy to find one?
Hehe, let you all be envious!
Just as the two were thinking about their own things in the stands, something suddenly happened on the field.
Facing the fierce attack from Beijing Guo'en, Yangcheng Hengda finally revealed its flaws.
Chen Zhizhao suddenly changed his position to the left, dribbled the ball and forced a breakthrough inside. While being double-teamed by two players, he managed to pass the ball to Wu Lei at the front of the penalty area.
Wu Lei passed the ball back to Kaka immediately. After receiving the ball, the Brazilian superstar faced Paulinho, made a breakthrough, slightly widened the gap, and then made a straight pass with his right foot, accurately sending the ball near the penalty spot in the penalty area, to Ibrahimovic's feet.
At this moment, a signal flashed through the minds of everyone at the scene.
Danger!