Chapter 44 New Roommate
Arsenal, which had just experienced an intra-league war, went to Germany non-stop on September 15th to prepare for the first round of the Champions League group stage.
This time the opponent is still Dortmund.
Like last season, Arsenal and Dortmund are in the same group, which also makes Anderlecht and Galatasaray in the same group feel that their chances of qualifying are slim.
After all, Dortmund, which has performed well in the Champions League, and Arsenal, the current Premier League champion, these two teams are the kind of guys who will not give them a chance.
This first game of Dortmund vs Arsenal is the highlight of the group stage.
Compared with last season, Dortmund has changed a lot this season.
As Dortmund's striker, Lewandowski switched to Bayern Munich on a free transfer, leaving Dortmund without leaving a dime.
After Gotze, Lewandowski once again switched to Bayern Munich. While strengthening the Southern King, it also made Dortmund fans feel angry and helpless.
The most important thing is that Bayern Munich has begun to contact Hummels frequently again.
Although this is not the first time Bayern has done this, they still feel extremely aggrieved.
Dortmund's forward suffered a huge setback due to Lewandowski's departure.
No matter how great Klopp's coaching ability is, it's hard for a clever woman to make a meal without rice!
On the other hand, Arsenal has retained the entire main lineup from last season, and has completed the strengthening and sublimation of the lineup on this basis.
This also makes Dortmund fans feel threatened.
After all, last season’s Champions League games are still fresh in our minds.
Arsenal caused them a lot of trouble at that time, and after many strong players joined this season, Arsenal's threat level has skyrocketed.
"Arsenal's three forward players need to continue to be targeted. Suarez, Di Maria, and Sanchez all have the ability to complete breakthroughs and shoot on their own. Sanchez and Suarez cooperate more frequently with the team, but they still Be careful about their personal abilities.”
"For Di Maria," Klopp paused and said; "The main thing is restriction. I know it's difficult to catch all three of them at once, but what you need to do is to contain their ball-holding offense." personnel."
"As for the midfield aspect"
Klopp scratched his head, with a hint of irritation in his expression. Anyone would have a headache when seeing a lineup like Arsenal's.
The center is Suarez, the Premier League Golden Boot winner.
The performance of Di Maria and Sanchez also made Dortmund feel threatened.
Needless to say, Cazorla and Lucky in the midfield.
This midfield combination is both offensive and defensive.
Fortunately last season, entering this season, Arsenal's midfielder's suppressive power has almost reached the top level in Europe.
Even Klopp dare not say that he dares to go head-on.
The defense is a bit worse, but the problem is Arsenal's midfield and backfield linkage, which is the backbone of Arsenal's defense.
Once Arsenal is allowed to play at their comfortable pace, everything is ruined!
On the other hand, Arsenal found a training venue in Dortmund. After settling in the hotel, they came directly for adaptive training.
Germany has entered a slightly cold weather situation in September, with the average maximum temperature being 19 degrees.
For this reason, Arsenal players need to wear inner lining to prevent the dissipation of body heat.
Of course, energetic players like Sanchez need to dissipate their heat for a longer period of time, so they still wear shorts and short sleeves.
Enthusiasm for the entire training is still extremely high. Perhaps the three consecutive wins since the start of the game have brought some expectations to the players, and everyone is full of energy.
The main players want to obtain higher honors, and some of the more ambitious ones hope to help Arsenal complete the feat of winning the Champions League for the first time in history and enter Arsenal's honor room in one fell swoop.
For substitute players, on the one hand, they have to compete for the main force, and on the other hand, if they cannot compete for the main force, it is not bad to win a championship.
After all, in the eyes of the substitutes, Arsenal's main team is now a bit too strong.
Lucky and Cazorla are doing ball feel training.
The two kept passing the ball in the air, using their feet, heads, and shoulders.
The two of them moved the ball smoothly in the middle and chatted at the same time.
"Lewandowski is gone, Reus is injured and Hummels is injured. This game should be easier."
"This is not necessarily true. Although the injuries to the main players have a certain impact on the Hornets, they never rely on one star to play football. Dortmund is stronger in overall and discipline!"
"But there will be some influence after all, right?"
Lucky nodded slightly. He removed the ball with his shoulders, leaned back slightly, and bounced hard with his waist. The ball flew towards Cazorla again.
Cazorla lightly pushed the ball with his forehead, cushioned it once with his shoulder, and then passed it with the instep of his foot.
Lucky stopped the ball steadily and said, "Okay, instead of talking about these useless things, it's better to think about how to adjust your condition. Let's go and practice confrontation."
On the sidelines, Wenger looked around the entire training ground and nodded imperceptibly.
He is satisfied with Arsenal's mental state.
Everyone is full of energy and has a strong pursuit of honor and disgrace.
This is a key factor in whether a team can improve.
If a team always thinks about having fun every night, eating, drinking and having fun, then no matter how strong the team is, it will quickly fall from the status quo.
Thinking of this, Wenger looked at the figure in the left corner.
Wilshere was kicking the ball against the wall again and again.
His expression was very focused, but he didn't know what he was thinking. After the last warning, Wilshere was no longer absent from training, but he almost refused to communicate.
"Are you really ready to let Jack go?"
Patrice walked over to him, and he also looked in the direction of Wilshere.
To be honest, Wilshere's performance was not bad enough to warrant leaving.
Even as a substitute, he can bring beneficial support to the midfield.
Although Wilshere's status has been up and down seriously, he still has the opportunity to continue to grow. During Wilshere's peak period, his performance was unmatched by Cazorla.
Patrice didn't know what Wenger was thinking.
But it just felt like something was a little weird this time.
It can obviously be transferred or sold in summer clothing.
But Wenger said he could move on a free transfer.
It would be fine if it were someone else, but Wenger would not suffer such a loss.
He will make all the money he can!
This is a person who regards expanding interests as fun.
And this kind of Wenger actually let Wilshere leave as a free agent. It is great not to be bound by a contract, but let’s not say whether Wilshere can play this season. Does Wenger really intend to let him leave?
Wenger did not look at Patrice, he said: "Jack is a very good player, even now, I think so."
"But you let him go anyway."
"Yes! I have a reason why I have to do this."
"I'm not sure."
"It doesn't matter, I don't need too many people's understanding, as long as the result is good."
"What if the outcome is bad too?"
Wenger was silent for a moment and said: "Don't worry, I will be responsible."
After speaking, he called everyone over.
After indicating that the training is over, the training begins again.
Finally, he added: "One more thing. Because Patrice needed to teach Cazorla some tactical intentions, Cazorla moved over to live with Patrice."
Hearing this, Patrice looked at Wenger in surprise.
Wenger turned his head and his eyes were bright.
"is that OK?"
Patrice looked deeply at Wenger and said: "No problem."
"Wilshere will move in with Kai and rent out the spare room to save some money."
Lucky: ""
Wilshere: ""
Cazorla and Lucky were originally in the same room. Now that Cazorla was gone, Lucky thought he could live alone, but he didn't expect Wenger to insert Wilshere into the room.
But to be honest, the two of them don’t know each other very well!
And based on the status of Arsenal’s current captain and ‘prince’.
There has always been some orthodoxy between the two.
Although these disputes are not reflected in the specific actions of the two people, this issue is discussed by the surrounding people and fans.
This also made the relationship between the two a bit delicate, making it impossible to get along well.
And now, the two awkward people have to use the same room.
All right!
This is amazing!
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