Chapter 129 It’s Over
Blanco's expression was very ugly. On the one hand, there was a conflict with the club's top management, and on the other hand, the players' performance did not meet his expectations.
Verratti's ability was very good, but he still could not form a confrontation with Luka and Cazorla.
Especially a player with a large tonnage like Luka made Verratti feel that he had nowhere to show his skills.
He couldn't grab the ball, and he couldn't break through, so he became very careful when passing the ball.
"Verratti started to pass the ball safely!"
Paul Merson said with a smile; "Kai and Kante put a lot of pressure on the Paris players to pass the ball. Anyone who was stared at by two midfielders with extremely high intercepting attributes would be extremely uncomfortable."
"Both Kai and Kante can become Arsenal's interception points, and since Kante's performance has become better and better, Kai's position has become a little forward, which also means that Arsenal has a higher ability to press in the frontcourt!"
As Paul Merson said, Luka's range of activities is no longer in his own half, but covers the opponent's ribs and his own ribs, including this large area of the center circle.
This is Wenger's intention to expand Luka's range of play and give him more support.
In Wenger's vision, Luka wants to become the all-around core of Arsenal.
Then he must continue to expand his range of play until he can cover more.
And after Luka is in the frontcourt, Paris Saint-Germain is also under great pressure.
When a steal and intercept machine keeps cruising in their own half, many of their passing routes are blocked.
Even some slightly dangerous passing routes, they dare not pass again.
Once Luka is allowed to intercept the ball in the frontcourt, it will be fatal for Paris.
"He is so annoying!"
In the stands, a Paris fan cursed irritably.
Despite the current position, Luka has not grabbed the ball.
But every time Paris passes the ball, Luka will appear in that place at the right time, and the frequency of his appearance is increasing and faster.
This makes Paris fans have a strong sense of crisis for every pass of the home team in their own half.
It can be said that Luka's pressing in the frontcourt directly puts huge pressure on Paris players.
"Kick the ball when you feel danger!"
Tiago Silva reminded loudly.
He could feel that the passing of his midfielders was restricted, and Lucky seemed to be getting better and better, because he appeared at the passing point faster and faster.
Who knows, he was really intercepted that time.
Paris must not give Lucky this opportunity.
Of course, it's not just Lucky. Under Lucky's leadership, Suarez, Cazorla, Sanchez and Di Maria are also pressing frantically.
It's just that Lucky is the biggest threat.
Tiago Silva is a kind reminder, but such words are offensive to every midfielder.
They make a living by passing the ball. They have absolute confidence in their footwork and passing.
For a midfielder, you can question my shooting skills, but you can't question my passing accuracy.
It's even more uncomfortable not to let them pass the chance ball.
Now we still have to kick the ball blindly?
This is impossible!
The ball came to Matuidi's feet. After receiving the ball, he immediately pulled back and knocked it horizontally to Verratti.
He was hit by Cazorla and Suarez, but the two immediately turned their heads and rushed to Verratti.
"The pace of these guys' pressing is getting faster and faster!"
Lekai also ran towards Verratti at this time.
Cazorla was attacking from the side, so Lekai chose to block the turning position.
But the next second, he gave up this idea and rushed towards Verratti at full speed.
Matuidi saw Lekai running forward and immediately shouted; "Be careful behind you!"
Verratti faced the ball coming horizontally, and did not make any turning movements. Instead, he continued to push the ball in the direction of the ball rolling while holding the ball with his back to the goal. On the one hand, he distanced himself from Cazorla, and on the other hand, he could guarantee the ball. As long as his explosive power was enough, he could get rid of Lekai.
Verratti's idea was good and his calculations were good.
But after he really pushed horizontally, a foot suddenly appeared in the field of vision and poked the ball forward.
Verratti crashed into Lekai, but Lekai did not slow down. He twisted his shoulders and pushed forward, pushing Verratti aside and continuing to sprint forward.
"Steal the ball! Steal in the front court!"
The live commentator in Paris exclaimed, his voice was a little sharp.
At the same time, Verratti also lay on the ground and raised his hands, indicating that the ball was fouled.
But the referee stretched his hands forward and continued to attack.
"This is a beautiful steal! The first one to touch the ball was also heading for the ball. Verratti fell to the position of Kai. It was a problem of inertia of the body. There was no foul factor, but he just didn't fight with his body."
Paul Mossen looked excited, his eyes did not blink.
He looked at Lekai with expectation.
How would Lekai deal with this kick?
Because Verratti lost the ball, Lekai rushed directly to the edge of the penalty area, and there was only the back line of Paris in front of him.
And Arsenal's offensive players also invested four people.
When Thiago Silva saw Lucky's interception, alarm bells rang in his heart.
But he forced himself to stay calm and shouted to both sides; "Watch the two wingers, Marquinhos, Suarez is up to you!"
After that, he rushed towards Lucky.
He wanted to press forward, and someone had to do so at this time. Once Lucky got too close, this guy could shoot.
Of course, while running, he was also paying attention to Cazorla.
After all, both of them needed him to limit.
However, Thiago Silva had to keep an eye on Lucky first.
The distance between the two was getting closer and closer, and Thiago Silva was extremely nervous.
"Closer!"
"Closer!"
Thiago Silva kept considering in his heart.
When he was about three meters away from Lucky, Lucky's speed had slowed down, his body's center of gravity also came between his legs, and his footsteps showed a unique rhythm.
"Damn it!"
As a Brazilian, Thiago Silva was very clear about this unique adjustment and rhythm. This is the foundation of Samba football and the preparation before making a fake move.
But will Lucky make a fake move?
There is no data even after searching my head.
So, this guy is bluffing!
Sure enough, Lucky made a move to pass the ball to the left.
To pass it to Cazorla?
Thiago Silva was delighted, and he immediately stretched out his foot to the side.
"I caught you!"
But the next second, Lucky's studs rubbed the upper edge of the ball, and he took a step forward, twisted his body slightly to the left, and swept his left foot to the heel of his right foot, knocking the ball.
The ball immediately passed under Thiago Silva's crotch and ran diagonally forward.
And there, Cazorla immediately stepped forward.
Oh! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ——
Paul Mossen shouted directly.
He was amazed by Lucky's fake move.
But at this time, Cazorla had already rushed into the penalty area. Due to the situation, he could only shout: "Cazorla! This ball!"
At this moment, the entire Parc des Princes was silent.
The hearts of Paris fans were beating violently.
The hearts of Arsenal fans were the same.
Everyone's eyes were focused on Cazorla.
Marquinhos wanted to stop Cazorla, but found that he was too far away.
He could only pin his hopes on Sirigu, hoping that he could continue his superb performance in the previous round.
Sirigu abandoned the goal and rushed to Cazorla quickly and jumped forward.
He raised his right hand slightly, ready to flick the ball.
But Cazorla made a sudden stop and changed direction, and killed directly from Sirigu's side.
"It's over!"
The Paris defender felt cold in his heart.
After shaking past the goalkeeper, Cazorla easily pushed the ball into the goal.
In the 21st minute, Arsenal completed a beautiful steal in the frontcourt, and scored the first goal with the wonderful pass from Lukay and the calm change of direction and shot from Cazorla.
Arsenal scored an away goal and further expanded the score.
This goal is simply a nightmare for Paris.
Because they have to score at least six goals at home to advance to the semi-finals.
No! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ——
From the shrill wailing of the on-site commentator, we can understand how desperate they are for this goal.
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