Chapter 784 Shooting the Dragon From Forty Yards Away!

"Although we have more injuries, it will not affect our preparation for the game. Inter Milan is capable of fighting on three fronts, especially when we are leading the league by so many points. Our goal is very focused. I have had many wonderful moments in Porto Memories, there was a glorious history here. But today I’m sorry, the winner can only be Inter Milan.”

At the pre-match press conference, Mourinho vowed that he would definitely lead the team to victory. Although it was only the first round of the semi-finals, he did not want to leave the problem until the second round.

Having a camp full of injuries is no excuse, Inter Milan still has enough players to play this game.

As the architect of Porto's heyday, Mourinho is not optimistic that the current Porto can repeat his miracle.

"Porto is the best club in the European transfer market that is good at buying low and selling high. Deco, Carvalho, Pepe, Bosingwa and Quaresma... there has been a steady stream of stars coming out of Porto in recent years. Porto has a strong vitality, but the semi-finals are already their end point this year, because Inter Milan’s vitality is stronger, whether it is a team or an individual, Inter Milan has set many records this year, and we will not stop here.”

"Dong is definitely the most important target for Porto to defend. But Dong never cares about which stadium he plays in. The so-called curse and home court effect have no effect on him. He is a player born for big scenes. Players, maybe others will be afraid of the Dragon Stadium, but Dong certainly doesn't care, he only knows to score, score, and score again, whether he is at San Siro, or at the Turin Municipal Stadium, or at the Old Trafford, the Emirates Stadium or the Love Song Stadium, tonight he will do the same at the Dragon Stadium! If I were a punter, I would definitely buy a bet on him to score immediately."

In the contest between Porto and Inter Milan, Dong Fangzhuo is undoubtedly the most watched figure. Although Mourinho is very confident, Porto is not afraid of Dong Fangzhuo. Porto's left back Ale Sissoko said "To me, Chinese Dong is no different from ordinary people! I will take care of him like I would any weak opponent! I will even let him shed painful tears at the Dragon Stadium. I I will defend him fiercely if he appears in front of me."

Later, center backs Rolando and Alves also expressed that they were ready: "We will not give him too much space to get the ball. The entire Porto team's defense is very compact. We will score twelve points." Mentally guard every offensive player they have.”

Dong Fangzhuo didn't say anything in the media. Anyway, as long as he scored on the court, he only remembered what Mourinho said. Porto is definitely the hardest nut to crack in Europe. This is definitely not an easy game.

Dong Fangzhuo continued to play as an attacking midfielder in this game, with Adriano and Cruz in front. What he has to do is not only score goals, but also find ways to help his teammates score goals. This season, he basically appears in the attacking midfielder position, because in Mourinho's view, Inter Milan does not have a top attacking midfielder, so he can only play.

And the effect is quite good.

Subsequently, both clubs announced their starting lineups:

Porto starting line-up (4-3-3): Elton/Sapunaru, Rolando, Bruno Alves, Sissoko/Luccio, Fernando, Meireles/Lissandro Lopez, Hulk, Rodriguez

Inter Milan starting line-up (4-3-1-2) Cesar/Macon, Materazzi, Chivu, Thornton/Zanetti, Cambiaso, Stankovic/Dong Fangzhuo/Adriano , Cruise

"They're rude, let's be ruder than they are!"

Before the war, Mourinho launched a mobilization.

"They are cruel, so we have to play harder than them!"

"Let the fear remain in them! We will make them tremble!"

"..."

※※※※

"Dear viewers and fans, what we are watching now is the first leg of the 200809 UEFA Champions League semi-finals between Porto and Inter Milan at home..."

Huang Jianxiang eagerly began to explain, "As we all know, if Dong Fangzhuo can lead the team to the Champions League final, it will be the second final of his career. There are still 180 minutes and two games before the final."

"Mourinho still puts him in the attacking midfielder position, with Adriano and Cruz partnering in front. Dong Fangzhuo has a very heavy responsibility today. He not only has to provide the ball for his two teammates, but also has to find a way Break the door.”

"As of this game, he has scored 11 Champions League goals. Although the number of Champions League goals this season has been relatively reduced, his assists are much more than in previous years. In the quarter-finals, he used 3 The assists eliminated Villarreal, and the data of eight assists is unmatched in the whole of Europe."

"The Dragon Stadium is quite popular. Before the game, some fans secretly brought fireworks in and set them off, causing the game to be delayed for nearly half an hour. I guess many fans thought this behavior was quite extreme. After all, everyone just wanted to watch the game, not the game. There's a commotion, the game starts right now."

Beep——

At the beginning of the game, Inter Milan actively engaged in offense, but failed to break through the home team's defense to find shooting opportunities. Their defense was very precise and compact.

"Porto's defense is indeed well-deserved, and the strength of European black shops cannot be underestimated."

In the 3rd minute, Porto got a chance to hit the goal. The Brazilian Hulk suddenly shot a cold shot from 40 yards out on the right side. The ball went straight to the goal. Cambiasso in the middle flew to block it but failed. But Cesar performed steadily and confiscated the ball directly.

"Hulk, this player has now attracted the attention of Europe. It is estimated that his value will skyrocket. According to the business philosophy of the black shop, his value will at least triple."

"The long shot just now shows his level. He is like a heavy tank, full of strength. Inter Milan must focus on guarding against him. Now it is Inter Milan's turn to attack. Maicon got the ball on the right, and he He and Zanetti made a hit-the-wall coordination, and then handed the ball to the center, and Dong Fangzhuo returned the ball."

"Ouch!"

"Long shot!"

Dong Fangzhuo made a slight adjustment after receiving the ball, and then swung his right foot!

"nice shot!"

call--

I saw the ball flying towards the upper right corner of the goal like a thunderous thunder! The Porto goalkeeper flew towards him, but he only hit the air.

Swish——

"Ouch..."

The Dragon Stadium fell into silence for an instant, everyone was dumbfounded and stunned.

"The ball is in!"

"The ball is in!"

"A shocking long shot from 40 yards away!"

"The dragon fell instantly!"