215. Unexpected loss
In the second minute, Crystal Palace completed the first shot of the game. Mahrez dribbled the ball from the side and made a low cross. Valdi grabbed the point, but his shot was too close to the baseline. Under Savic's blockage, the ball did not even hit the side net.
Kolarov's face was a little bad. Mahrez was not very famous. He didn't have much chance of being under Wensheng last season. This season, he was also lukewarm under Lao Lei. Kolarov was a little careless and underestimated the opponent, which made Mahrez live a very easy life.
In theory, Kolarovs should pay attention to it. The group of players in Crystal Palace faced the old coach, Wen Sheng, who once led them personally, would definitely be full of blood.
Mahrez, who just created a threat, is a typical example. He was very active after the opening. Kolarov was made very embarrassed. Even Kolarov was a little angry with Dembele, believing that Dembele did not help him with defense in time.
In the 13th minute, Manchester City finally conceded the ball. Mahrez broke through on the wing and cut in, blocked in a diagonal manner, and Vardy successfully counterattacked and his light push shot helped Crystal Palace take the lead.
After scoring the goal, Vardy was very excited and ran to the Crystal Palace fans to celebrate.
Wensheng shook his head with a wry smile. The cameraman thought Wensheng was shaking his head for Manchester City's performance, but Wensheng shook his head for his "brother-in-law".
Vardy's life is not going well this year, and Lao Lei's sad life has a lot to do with Vardy.
This season, Vardy was injured and didn't play in half of the league. So far, he has only scored 10 goals. He is the main striker of Crystal Palace. Without him, Parrish and does not want to raise Klose, who has a higher salary, he sent Klose to Lazio. It would be strange that Crystal Palace's performance can improve.
So Wensheng said that Crystal Palace should give Lao Lei more time, not a polite word. It is so unlucky that even if Lao Lei has the ability, it will be difficult to deal with it.
Vardy's goal stimulated the nerves of Manchester City players. Wen Sheng also made a few "harsh words" on the sidelines. It's not ruthless. Taciturn is completely in line with his usual image.
Manchester City's condition was later played, unlike in the past, this game was played against the opponent, but it was based on efficiency. In the 18th minute, Aguero seized an opportunity to tie the score for Manchester City.
But at the end of the first half, Shao Jia scored a free kick from Crystal Palace.
Shao Jia and Gao Junmin are both in Crystal Palace. They don’t get much playing time in Crystal Palace. They can only be more affordable in their performance, which is relatively average.
In today's game, Mkhitaryan was injured and Shao Jia started and scored an amazing free kick. I believe that domestic fans should be happy.
During the halftime break, Wensheng pointed out the team's shortcomings seriously. Manchester City's problem is very simple. It lacks control over the game, giving the opponent too much ball rights and giving the opponent too many opportunities to organize the offense.
Crystal Palace has done quite well in this regard. It has done a good job of interception in the midfield. The combination of Stroman and Kanter is not a big deal, and they still have the energy to move forward to help the team attack, which makes it not necessarily easy for Manchester City to control it.
Aguero scored the goal, but Wensheng felt that he was too lazy and did not run actively enough, which led to Manchester City's defense in the frontcourt being not particularly useful.
After making some arrangements, the two teams entered the second half immediately.
In the second half, Manchester City wanted to control the ball first according to Wen Sheng's instructions, but unexpectedly, Shao Jia became the protagonist again. He actually intercepted Barry in the frontcourt and assisted Mertens to score the third goal of Crystal Palace.
After Crystal Palace scored a goal, it immediately began to defend. Lao Lei is not a fool. He is still ahead of two goals and has a better time. I really feel that he is lucky?!
The next time we entered the match between Manchester City's strong attack and Crystal Palace counterattack.
The quality of the positional battle in Manchester City is relatively average, but Crystal Palace's counterattack idea has been deeply rooted in the Wensheng era. Every counterattack feels like a great threat. If it weren't for Van Dijk and Savage, Hart would have to concede the goal.
Wen Sheng made some substitutions in a row, but the improvement brought to the game was not big. The united Crystal Palace itself has a good defensive strength. On the defense line, Marjo, Benatia, McCarthy and Hills also have a tacit understanding.
In the end, Manchester City lost "unexpectedly".
Lao Lei smiled on his face. This game is very important to him. Arsenal unfortunately lost the game and Chelsea tied, which made Crystal Palace enter the top four. The situation at Crystal Palace was very good. In the last round of the league, they played against London's neighbor West Ham United.
West Ham United is now ranked tenth, neither up nor down, and has succeeded in relegation and is not very strong in fighting.
"Don't forget to have a drink together later!" Lao Lei greeted Wensheng with a smile.
"I feel bad after losing the game, so I don't want to go anymore!" Wen Sheng pretended to be unwilling.
Lao Lei said: "Don't do this! I know you have high requirements for the team, but you are already the champions! There is no need to be so serious! Just be about the same, relax, man!"
Wensheng nodded and agreed to Lao Lei's invitation.
Lao Lei is talking about the heartfelt words. How big do you think they are pursuing these old fried dough sticks? Maybe at the beginning, but now he accepted his fate. Lao Lei must have dreams when he first took over the Crystal Palace, but now he feels that he is almost like this.
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“I did a good job today!”
"It's very good!"
"It seems to be stronger!"
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Wen Sheng warmly greeted every player in Crystal Palace. These players were brought to Crystal Palace one by one. It is impossible to say that there is no feeling in your heart, but in life, you always have to look forward, and reunion is a joy.
If Crystal Palace loses, the players of Crystal Palace may not be so happy, but if they win, they will naturally be able to let go of a lot in front of Wensheng. Everyone is enthusiastically making jokes and telling stories of the past.
In addition to reuniting with these disciples, Wen Sheng also went to the fan area after the game, shook hands and greeted the fans at close range and took photos.
"Danny, come back, man!"
"We all love you!"
"Take a photo! Danny!"
Everyone squeezed together, Wen Sheng signed the scarf on the jersey they handed over, and always had a smile on his face and was very kind-hearted. The fans naturally liked him more.
After a long delay here, Wensheng left the scene and went to the interview area.
"In general, we lack control over the game and let our opponents get the ball too easily. Some mistakes can be avoided! Losing this game seems to be just a three-pointer and has no impact on us winning the championship, but I think we should maintain enough concentration and face Bayern Munich in such a state. I don't think we have the power to fight!"
Chapter completed!