For commentators, generally the questions they raise are more reasonable, or at least "seem very reasonable."
It's like they previously questioned Simeone's pressing in the frontcourt, resulting in conceding the ball. Although it was completely inconsistent with the underlying reasons, on the surface, there was nothing wrong with it.
As for Atletico Madrid using the same tactics to equalize the score later... they can ignore it, or not mention it at all.
And now when they think that the competition is about who can seize the opportunity better, they naturally start to question Noriya. After all, it does seem that Noriya's behavior is very irrational and logical.
Everyone knows that Southampton's ability to seize opportunities is average, but you still insist on competing with Atletico Madrid in a place like this. Isn't that irrational?
And the development of the facts seems to be exactly what they deduced.
The two sides struggled more intensely on the court in the second half. Although they both created some opportunities, they failed to score in the face of the outstanding performance of the defenders of both sides.
Southampton's defense relies on the tacit cooperation of the two central defenders and the excellent reactions of the goalkeeper.
Atletico Madrid's defense relies on the overall press and the concentration of players' attention.
The two sides continued to attack each other, trying to get a good enough chance to come out.
William broke through from the wing and passed the ball, but Miranda headed the ball out of the baseline. William took a corner kick, and Dembele grabbed the first spot and turned his head to hit the goal.
Atletico Madrid launched a counterattack, Falcao retreated to get the ball, and then passed it to Turan. Turan passed the ball to the back point. Diego followed up and shot directly without stopping the ball. The ball was slightly higher than the crossbar.
Southampton then created a good opportunity. After receiving a pass from Vidal, Ronaldo passed a defender and then shot low into the far corner. Courtois made a wonderful save and flew to stop the ball.
, and then quickly stood up and held the ball under him.
"Damn, this guy is doing really well." Ji Ya couldn't help but muttered.
The goalkeepers of both sides performed very well in this game. Courtois performed very well in front of the goal. Although the Belgian goalkeeper is young, he has excellent physical condition and saving skills.
"If we didn't have Navas, we would really be a little jealous of Chelsea. With Cech, we also prepared a Courtois in advance. It's amazing to have money."
Ji Ya complained silently in his heart.
Atletico Madrid also launched another attack. When Turan took the ball and was about to pass, he was decisively brought down by Matuidi. Atletico Madrid won a free kick at the edge of the penalty area. Diego took the penalty and the ball went over the wall, but it also crossed the wall.
The crossbar.
The offensive and defensive rhythm of both sides continued like this. Basically, you attack once and I attack once. Sometimes there will be some changes, but on the scene, it seems to be quite balanced.
"If this balance of power continues...will it go into overtime? But all it takes is an accident, and the rhythm of the entire game should change..."
Some commentators commented that, indeed, under the current situation, only one accident is enough!
Time passed minute by minute, sixty minutes, seventy minutes, eighty minutes...
In the last ten minutes of the game, Atletico Madrid's attack suddenly became fierce!
This is also the tactic arranged by Simeone.
At the last moment, launch a fierce attack, take the lead, and then start to survive until the end of the game.
Atletico Madrid suddenly showed strength and immediately created a good opportunity.
After receiving the ball from Turan, Diego passed the ball into the penalty area. After receiving the ball, Falcao forced a breakthrough, got out of the way, and then immediately shot!
Wundt stretched out his foot to block it, but still missed it a little. The next moment, the ball hit the outside of the goal post hard, and then bounced out of the baseline!
Atletico Madrid fans shouted regretfully from the stands.
"Withstand their attack!"
Ji Ya was also a little anxious. At this time, Atletico Madrid suddenly exerted force. If they couldn't withstand it, it would be the end.
Simeone's tactical arrangement also has this back-up, which Jiye did not expect - it seems that his analytical ability should continue to be strengthened.
"Damn, next I have to improve all my coaching-related abilities. Anyway, there will be some achievements!" Ji Ya cursed in his heart.
However, it was obviously too late to improve at this time. He could only pray and hope that the team could withstand this wave of attacks.
After all, Atletico Madrid has made it clear now that they are fighting to the death. If they can withstand it at this time, then Atletico Madrid will not have much power to perform well in overtime.
But Simeone's tactical arrangements have only revealed their true colors at this time, and they will definitely not be blocked by Southampton.
The game reaches the 85th minute...
The running of Turan and Falcao attracted the attention of most Southampton players, but Gabi who advanced forward sent a beautiful through pass. Diego received the ball and broke into the penalty area, and then challenged Navas after he attacked.
Score the goal!
Two to one, Atletico Madrid took the lead for the first time in the game in the 85th minute!
And this lead seems to be the last goal of the game!
When Atletico Madrid players started celebrating crazily, Simeone made a substitution.
Center back Domingos replaced Turan, defensive midfielder Koke replaced Adrian, winger Salvio replaced Diego, and Atletico Madrid began to retreat in defense!
At this time, Ji Ya also changed three people very decisively.
Giroud replaced Klose, Mkhitaryan replaced Matuidi, Austin replaced Blind, and Southampton immediately switched to a full-scale attack!
"Both sides have begun to make continuous substitutions! But is it too slow for Southampton to make substitutions now? Moreover, such substitutions...even if they can equalize the score, their defense will be greatly affected in overtime! However,
Yet?"
Many commentators raised questions, but at this time Ji Ya couldn't care anymore. He stood on the sidelines and stared at the field.
The last five minutes... plus stoppage time, there may be seven or eight minutes, but the time left for Southampton is indeed running out!
Now is not the time to review, but he also knows that he ignored the fact that Atletico Madrid will attack at the last moment, but the opponent still seized the opportunity. This goal is completely a fixed behavior of Atletico Madrid taking advantage of Southampton's defense.
The pattern created, the previous attacks and defenses, were all for this moment.
From this perspective, Simeone is indeed cunning enough.
But fortunately, it still left Southampton a few minutes, so they could try harder at the last moment.
The presence of Giroud and Austin gave Southampton more impact in the frontcourt, and the presence of Mkhitaryan gave Southampton one more point to get the ball in the frontcourt. Now, whether it is him or the two wingers
, all have good breakthrough abilities, and everyone can create some opportunities.
Now, it’s time for the final push. Whether we can defend the championship depends on our efforts and performance in these last few minutes!
