On the evening of February 28th, Turin’s Stadio Olimpico.
When the game reached the 88th minute, Naples' Argentine midfielder Pastore, who came on as a substitute, received a pass from Vargas in the left corner of the penalty area and threw away Juventus right back Grigra.
Forcefully broke through the left side of the penalty area.
Facing the Juventus center back Lero Tallée who stepped forward to block the ball, the young Argentinean made continuous shaking and fake moves, then went down to the baseline and passed the ball, but the ball was still blocked by the experienced Lero Tallée.
The ball failed to reach the goal.
Naples received a corner kick opportunity on the left side of the frontcourt.
"The fourth official on the sidelines has raised the signal board and there are three minutes of added time in the second half."
"Naples' continuous attacks put tremendous pressure on Juventus' defense, but they still failed to score."
"Let's see if this corner kick can create a threat."
"This time the corner kick was taken by Spanish midfielder Parejo, who was unable to kick in the second half."
"We saw that Napoli's tall players ran into the penalty area."
"Juventus is also facing a formidable enemy and is obviously very wary of Napoli's corner kick attack."
"Ranieri shouted loudly from the sidelines and directed the team's defense."
"Naples' head coach Gao Shen is not idle either."
"This talented young coach made three substitutions in the second half and strengthened Naples' offense three times. However, he could not withstand Ranieri's strict defense. The Tinker even decisively replaced Giovinco during the halftime break and replaced him with
For Mohamed Sissoko who is better defensively.”
"Then Salihamidzic replaced Del Piero. He seemed determined to hold on to the end."
"Juventus' tenacious defense is a huge problem for any team in the world."
"Look at this corner kick attack from Napoli."
…
Gao Shen was still standing in front of the visiting team's coaching bench as usual, wearing a crisp suit and leather shoes.
He didn't interfere too much with the players' decisions on the court. He trusted the judgment of his players on the court.
No one knows better than them what the enemy they face is thinking.
As the head coach, Gao Shen can only analyze and view problems from a strategic level. Details such as corner kicks can only rely on daily drills and players' on-the-spot performance.
Neither of them can be changed by the profoundness at this moment.
When he thought of this, Gao Shen let out a heavy breath.
This damn tinker!
get out of class is almost over, and you’ve caused so much trouble for me!
Gao Shen turned his head angrily and glanced at Ranieri in front of the home team's coaching bench, cursing in his heart.
Tonight, Juventus was really defensive and responded with a 4-4-2 lineup. However, after the situation went unfavorably in the first half, he immediately retreated during the halftime break, replacing Giovinco and replacing him with Mohamed.
Sissoko.
Okay, let’s just change to four, three, one, two.
Forget it, in less than sixty minutes, even Piero was replaced.
Now there is only one Trezeguet left in front of Juventus.
Gao Shen really wanted to go over and tell him: If you have the ability to replace Trezeguet, I will consider you great!
If Gao Shen's every substitution is aimed at strengthening the offense, then every substitution Ranieri makes is to strengthen the defense. Anyway, he wants to build Juventus' penalty area into an iron wall.
It is still very difficult for Naples to cope with this kind of tactical play.
The key is that there was another focus game going on at the same time. Inter Milan drew with Roma 3-3 at the Meazza Stadium.
Mourinho's team also made rotations, and the central defenders lined up Burdino and Cordoba. As a result, in the 23rd and 29th minutes of the first half, they conceded two goals in a short period of time.
Although, Adriano later assisted Balotelli to get a goal back, but soon, Roma scored a goal.
Inter Milan also scored a controversial penalty kick by Balotelli.
It wasn't until the 79th minute that Figo, who came on as a substitute, assisted Crespo, who also came on as a substitute, to equalize the score.
Three to three, Inter Milan and Roma shook hands.
This is definitely a godsend opportunity for Naples.
As long as Juventus is defeated in this game, the lead will be expanded to seven points, and the competitive pressure in Serie A will be greatly reduced. It can even be said that the suspense of the league championship will be greatly eliminated.
But I happened to meet this damn Ranieri.
I've never seen him fight like this on weekdays. Why is he so tenacious today?
Parejo quickly threw to the corner area on the left side of the frontcourt.
Before he came on as a substitute for Vidal, Gao Shen specifically told him to take the corner kick.
Benatia, Cannavaro and other tall players also all entered the Juventus penalty area.
Juventus is also well prepared.
Gao Shen crossed his arms across his chest and silently looked towards the Juventus half.
…
Parejo raised his right hand high and looked straight in the direction of the goal.
In the penalty area, all Napoli players noticed his gesture.
Juventus players were obviously more nervous.
The ball is coming!
I saw Parejo running forward quickly. After standing firm with his left foot, he quickly kicked a curve ball with his right foot.
The ball bounced into the air at an extremely fast speed, drew an elegant arc in mid-air, crossed the chaotic penalty area, and accurately landed near the right corner of the small penalty area at the back point.
In the penalty area, players from both teams moved quickly, and the scene became a mess, interfering with each other.
Benatia is the tallest, has the best header, and is also the strongest physically. He and Pelle were the main attackers in the previous corner kicks and set kicks. Both of them attracted Juventus' defensive attention.
At this moment, the Moroccan central defender quickly pressed towards the center, restraining Juventus central defenders Chiellini and Lero Tallie.
When the attention of all the defensive players fell on Benatia and Pellet, they saw a figure suddenly jump out from behind, leap high, and hit the top without anyone interfering around them.
Parejo's corner kick went directly into the right side of Juventus' goal.
Buffon's vision was also disturbed. By the time he reacted and swooped sideways, it was already too late.
“goalllllllllllllllllllll!!!!!!”
"In the 90th minute, Naples' crucial victory!!!!"
"Header from Paulo Cannavaro!"
"My God, no one thought that it was not Pellet, not Benatia, but Cannavaro who stepped forward at the critical moment!"
"So beautiful! So crucial!"
After Cannavaro scored, he rushed out of the stadium excitedly and ran all the way. He kept roaring and venting his inner excitement. He really wanted to tell the world: I am not a passerby.
First!
All the surrounding Naples players followed him to celebrate this wonderful goal.
One to zero!
Napoli takes the lead!
…
"Wuhu!"
Gao Shen jumped up with excitement.
"So beautiful, Paul! You are the best!" Gao Shen shouted excitedly.
He has always believed in his players, whether it is Parejo who came on as a substitute or Cannavaro who has gradually become the fourth central defender, Gao Shen will not doubt them easily.
Don’t be suspicious when you employ people, don’t use people when you are suspicious!
This is the profound principle of employment.
More importantly, after this game, midweek will be the first leg of the Italian Cup semi-finals. This kind of continuous double match in a week will be a huge test for Naples' rotation system. If you are not careful, it may capsize in the gutter.
.
Just like Mourinho's match against Roma this time, didn't the friendship between him and Spalletti capsize?
After being excited for a while, Gao Shen clenched his hands and waved them a few more times, then turned around and hugged his assistants one by one, celebrating this hard-won goal.
When he turned around again, he happened to see the players running towards him as they were returning to the court. He immediately high-fived them one by one.
"Well done, guys!"
"Keep attacking, keep suppressing, and try to score another goal!" Gao Shen encouraged.
The Napoli players cheered in unison.
…
“That’s the Neapolitan style!”
"Gao Shen spent three years injecting a tenacious iron-blooded will into this team."
"Many people say that when watching the Naples game, you can not only see the steely tenacity, but also the delicate and graceful coordination of passing and cutting, and you can even see the flash of genius from time to time..."
"This Napoli team is really very comprehensive. Maybe it's not perfect yet, but it's already strong enough."
"Now, no one will question Gao Shen anymore."
"Three years ago, when he was coaching Napoli, a newly promoted Serie B team, he shouted that he would create a strong Serie A team within three years. But now, his Naples is already the strongest team in Serie A, not even one."
"What's interesting is that three years ago, Juventus was tortured by the sophisticated Naples and couldn't find anything to do. Today, the Bianconeri are still being tortured."
"Gao Shen once said that he has forgotten the grudge between him and Juventus sports director Secco. We can't tell whether this is true or not, but at least Gao Shen can win every time he meets Juventus."
…
When the referee Eroldi blew the whistle to end the game, Gao Shen was obviously relieved.
The Naples players even celebrated directly on the court.
By winning Juventus, Naples grabbed a valuable three points, and as Inter Milan drew with Roma at home, Naples' lead now expanded to seven points.
This is definitely a moment worth celebrating for Naples!
Especially under the pressure of the third-line battle, everyone in Naples was under great pressure and consumed a lot of money.
But precisely because of this, a seven-point lead will give Naples more room for error.
At least in some dilemma choices, Gao Shen can give up one or two league games appropriately to achieve promotion to the cup.
Of course, this is also a last resort choice.
Gao Shen always believes that opportunities are reserved for those who are prepared.
Naples has been preparing now and has sufficient ammunition.
Ranieri came over and shook hands with Gao Shen.
This should be the last time the two face off this season.
Even if nothing unexpected happens, Gao Shen will leave Serie A this season, and it will be a matter of time before he can meet Ranieri again.
And there is clear news that Ranieri is going to be dismissed.
When he thought of this, Gao Shen smiled unkindly.
