Super Marshal

"The first half is over."

After the coaches and players of both teams returned to the locker rooms, the TV screen also switched to the live broadcast room.

Two well-known domestic football game commentators are responsible for analyzing and summarizing the game situation in the first half, and at the same time making predictions and guesses about the game trend in the second half.

"It should be said that the performance of the Chinese team in the first half was indeed quite good and left a deep impression on us, especially in the period of about 30 minutes, when the team changed from the original 433 to 34 The three formations, the wings were activated, the offense was greatly improved, and in those short few minutes, the Chinese team scored a goal."

"Another feature that needs to be mentioned is Zhang Yuning. This young player has performed very well in the cold national team. In the past six months, we can clearly feel his progress, especially his confidence on the court, and At present, he has established a firm foothold in the Ajax first team and is performing very well. His future is unlimited."

"I believe that over time, he will become an important member of the Chinese national team's front line."

"But we must also note that in the last ten minutes of the first half, the Iranian team's crazy attack created considerable pressure on us. This is the real offensive level of the Iranian team, and what I want to say is that in the second half of the game It will be more difficult, and in the foreseeable second half, the Iranian team will definitely try its best to attack."

The host of the CCTV live broadcast room nodded, "Iran cannot accept losing."

"Yes, according to various signs before the game, Iran's bottom line is to get one point away from home."

"Quiroz is an old Asian. He is very familiar with Asian football and is no stranger to the top 12 matches. He made it very clear before the game that every point in the top 12 matches is very important, and the first round ahead The five games will determine the trend of the second cycle, so his bottom line in Shenyang is to get one point."

"Before the game, many of our media and fans believed that the three goals Iran conceded in the top 40 were all conceded at the beginning of the second half. Therefore, many of us felt that the Chinese team should hold steady in the first half. , grabbed the start of the second half, which is Gao Han’s specialty, but the result surprised us.”

"About thirty minutes into the first half, Gao Han saw an opportunity and immediately changed his formation decisively to attack. This reflects his on-the-spot command as a world-class coach. This can be said to be exactly the same as the last game against South Korea. .”

"The game situation is changing rapidly. No head coach can completely control the game. There will always be some surprises. How to adjust his strategies and tactics according to the accidents is a big test for the head coach, and Gao Han used two players in two games. Score a goal to show everyone that he is indeed the world's top coach."

"That's right." The CCTV host agreed very much, "In the past, many of us thought that the national football team was not strong enough, but through the first half of the game against South Korea and this game against Iran, we can clearly see that we are indeed technically strong. We are not as good as others, but the gap is not as big as imagined. As long as the head coach's tactics are appropriate, we are fully capable of fighting our opponents."

"That's right. Gao Han's tactics in these two games left a very deep impression on me. Not only domestically, but also the media around the world gave him high praise. This reflects a world-class coach. level, assess the situation, know people and make good use of them, and have the courage to make decisions at critical moments.”

The CCTV host also agreed very much, "Then what do you think the Chinese team should do in the second half? Or, how to maintain the one-to-zero lead? What kind of tactics will Iran adopt?"

"There is no doubt that Iran will attack and attack wildly. I personally think that the most ideal way is to continue to stabilize the situation. We defended well in the first half. After adjusting at halftime, we should continue to defend in the second half and pass first. The Iranian team’s start is to strengthen the defense in the midfield at the right time, take out a forward and replace it with a defensive midfielder.”

The CCTV host clicked his tongue twice, "But there is a problem. We did not arrange a full-time defensive midfielder to enter the squad for this game, and we all know that Gao Han does not like to use purely defensive players. He prefers Midfielders like Huang Bowen, Yin Hongbo and Hao Junmin."

"Yes, so, to be honest, I don't know how Gao Han will adjust, but I am sure that Iran will attack crazily in the second half, and the game will still be very, very difficult. I believe Gao Han should have fully prepared for this. Plan.”

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In the home team's locker room at the Olympic Sports Center, Gao Han's eyes slowly swept across the eleven players sitting inside.

With the strong attack of the Iranian team at the last moment of the first half, the Chinese team's physical energy consumption was very high. The international players were under tremendous pressure. Each one tried their best and gritted their teeth to support.

Before entering the locker room just now, Gao Han had already received the first half analysis report and physical fitness report from Buenaventura and Sergio Garcia. He also had a general understanding of the team's current situation. Understand and recognize.

Being able to hold on to a one-goal lead, the players' mentality was very good. However, at the end of the first half, the Iranian team's indiscriminate bombardment brought a huge psychological shock to the international players, making them all start to worry about whether they This advantage can be maintained because the Iranian team is too strong.

How to play in the second half?

In other words, how to fight after taking the lead?

This is a stubborn disease that has plagued Chinese football for decades.

Everyone in the locker room was confused and all looked at Gao Han.

Soon, midfielder Wu Xi opened the door to the locker room and walked in. After saying hello to Gao Han and everyone else, he silently walked to his seat and sat down.

At this time, everyone knew that Gao Han was about to be replaced.

"Everyone knows the situation in the first half, and I can conclude that the Iranian team's offensive performance will be more intense in the second half. They will definitely launch an attack from the beginning. They will not give up without scoring."

Gao Han was very sure, and the players were experienced in many battles and could basically judge the Iranian team's decision.

Queiroz's goal is one point and must attack strongly in the second half.

"I'm sorry, Gao Lin, I need to strengthen the midfield. I hope you can understand my decision." Gao Han turned to look at Gao Lin.

Gao Lin was obviously mentally prepared.

In Gao Han's starting lineup, Wu Lei and Zhang Yuning are both important. The former's speed has a very obvious advantage in counterattacks, while Zhang Yuning is currently the team's top scorer and has a certain amount of air superiority in the frontcourt. Advantages, especially when facing Montazeri, his physical confrontation can suppress the opponent.

More importantly, Zhang Yuning is not fast, but his running is very smart.

Gao Han once praised Zhang Yuning in the team, thinking that he is the smartest player in the national team so far, except for the players in Chinatown, who runs without the ball. This can reflect Gao Han's regard for Zhang Yuning.

Although he was a little unconvinced, Gao Lin had to admit that he was not young, but Zhang Yuning was still young and full of energy. He was playing for a club like Ajax and had a bright future.

"I understand, boss." Gao Lin stood up happily and looked at all his teammates, "I'll leave it to you all for the second half. I will cheer for you from the sidelines. Please work hard to keep this score."

Gao Lin walked towards Wu Xi, hugged the latter heavily, shook hands with Gao Han, then turned and walked towards the inner room.

This Hengda center is famous for his physical fitness in China, but in this game against Iran, he did not take advantage of it. On the one hand, the physical fitness of Iran's defenders is indeed good; It had something to do with his not being in ideal condition, but he finally contributed a key assist to the team.

Gao Lin was replaced at this time, which can be regarded as a successful retirement.

"We are going to change our formation in the second half and switch to a 4-4-2 formation, but I want to make a special arrangement here, Huang Bowen."

Gao Han pointed at midfielder Huang Bowen and said, "In the second half, your position changed to the right."

As he spoke, Gao Han pushed the chess piece representing Huang Bowen to the right on the tactical board that Xiao Mu pushed over.

"Wu Xi and Zheng Zhi serve as double midfielders. Your task is to firmly protect our defense line, especially the front edge of the penalty area and the two ribs. Hao Junmin, your position is on the left."

As Gao Han moved the chess pieces on the tactical board, everyone could clearly see the changes in Gao Han's tactics.

"Zhang Yuning's task is still to be at the forefront. I want you to hold on to the opponent's two central defenders, especially Montazeri and Wu Lei. Your position must be retreated. When attacking, you can move around Around Zhang Yuning, control the second landing point, or use your speed advantage, and we will directly hit behind."

"When you are defending, I want you to pay close attention to one person, Temurian. When the Iranian team takes the ball to attack, you must pay attention to cutting off the connection between Temurian and Montazeri and not letting them in the backcourt. Take the ball calmly and organize.”

Montazeri's advantage lies in his brain. He is a central defender who relies on his brain. He is very good at defending ground balls and has excellent passing and ball-playing abilities. Many of Iran's threatening counterattacks come from his feet, while Teimuri Needless to say, An is the core midfielder of the Iranian team. The connection between these two players is crucial to Iran's midfield organization.

This was discovered by Gao Han in the first half of the game.

In the Iranian team, many people joke that Montazeri is Queiroz's godson, but Queiroz is not the kind of brainless, nepotistic mediocre person. Montazeri's defensive awareness is nothing to say, and his predictions and jamming He is also quite good in position, coupled with his good ball-playing and counterattack planning abilities, he has won Queiroz's trust.

Of course, the main reason why Iran complains about Montazeri is that his physical fitness is not outstanding in the Iranian national team. He is only 1.82 meters tall and his jumping ability is not strong. This makes him difficult to face high center forwards. , especially when playing golf, there are many mistakes. After a few mistakes, it will naturally be questioned.

Gao Han also understands this very clearly.

Just like him now, several international players have physical problems. Jiang Zhipeng, Zhang Linfan and Zheng Zhi are all potential dangers. However, Gao Han only has three substitutions on his hands, and it is impossible for him to use them all during the halftime break.

Even when he urgently needed to strengthen the midfield, he replaced Gao Lin with Wu Xi, who had better running ability. After that, it was impossible to make another substitution because he had to wait until the second half of the game for the remaining two places. It depends on the situation.

If two quotas are used directly now, it will be too passive in the second half.

Everything has two sides, there are advantages and disadvantages. As the head coach of the team, Gao Han must take this risk. At most, he can only choose the one with the least risk in his mind.