After two draws in a row, the price Ji Ya paid was not without reward.
In the league match in the following midweek, Southampton, who was playing away from home, was fiercely attacked by Crystal Palace, who were fighting for relegation. Due to the recent continuous fighting, the physical fitness of Southampton's main players was somewhat reduced, so they were suppressed by the opponent.
However, in such an environment, Gulacchi's performance was quite outstanding. He made consecutive saves to keep the goal in check, and after withstanding the opponent's fierce attack, Lukaku scored in the 37th minute of the first half.
Southampton opened the scoring through a counterattack. In the second half, Suarez and Lukaku scored. Lukaku assisted, and Suarez easily scored.
With a score of 2-0, Southampton ended their losing streak. However, both Chelsea and Manchester City achieved a big victory in this round, especially Chelsea. They swept Tottenham 4-0 and continued to top the standings.
Noriya could only sigh at this. Fortunately, he was only one point behind and could still catch up. If it hadn't been for Navas' unnecessary red card, Southampton might have lost the previous two draws.
It can be taken down.
But it's too late to say this now.
The next weekend was the FA Cup match. The substitutes and Navas played again. In this game, they faced Arsenal...
At the Emirates Stadium, Southampton stopped their FA Cup journey this season. They lost 3-1 to Arsenal in the away game. Arsenal has been winless in the league recently and it has been difficult for them to win the championship. Under such circumstances
Next, Wenger chose to compete in the FA Cup. Facing all the main players of Arsenal, it was normal for Southampton's substitutes to lose.
"Okay, now we can focus on the league and Champions League." Noriya announced to the players.
Losing at this point in the cup is actually a good thing. It at least gives many substitutes a chance to play. In the following time, those substitutes who are capable of playing in Southampton's main lineup will also get more opportunities.
Lots of opportunities.
After leaving London, Noriya led the team and flew directly to Munich, and the next step was the second round.
In the first round, Southampton leads 3-2 at home. Such an advantage exists in two rounds, but it is not particularly high. Bayern is not without benefits. The two main players who cannot play in the first round, Bastian Schwein
Both Steiger and Ribery have returned from injury and performed well in the previous league game. This game can be used by Guardiola.
"I'm not too worried about this game. We just have to fight hard. As long as there are a lot of us, there will be nothing to fear." Noriya said in an interview.
His words aroused the dissatisfaction of many local Bayern fans and reporters. It was as if Bayern bribed UEFA and asked them to fine you...
Guardiola did not accept an interview. He knew that what was needed at this time was silence. Bayern was playing at home, so staying calm was more important than being fanatical. In the atmosphere at the Allianz Stadium, Southampton would most likely be affected.
Sometimes you need to be more stable.
"Guardiola, don't be fooled. It seems that this game will be a fierce battle." Ji Ya said to Benelli in a low voice.
Benelli is actually very worried. Everyone knows Bayern's reputation, and a three-to-two advantage at home is not that big to be honest.
However, Southampton's players did not have any fear. They were very unconvinced by the first round and felt that if Navas had not been sent off, they should have won 3-0.
After all, before receiving the red card, they had an absolute advantage on the court!
The big deal in this game is to keep fighting!
Bayern really showed their full strength in this game, and all their main players have returned. This is a very beneficial thing for Bayern.
Goalkeeper Neuer, four defenders captain Lahm, Martinez, Dante and Alaba, midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger and Thiago, wings Robben and Ribery, attacking midfielder grid
Ce, center Mandzukic.
This is obviously a technical lineup. The center back uses Dante instead of Boateng because Dante, as a Brazilian, has more delicate foot skills. The midfielder uses Bastian Schweinsteiger instead of Kroos because of Piggy’s passing.
With a stronger organization, Gotze is also a technical attacking midfielder. If it weren't for a skilled center, Mandzukic probably wouldn't be used by Guardiola.
As for Noriya's start in this game, there were some slight adjustments.
Mkhitaryan did not play, Schneiderlin was sent in, and the other starters remained unchanged. However, just such a change is enough to illustrate Southampton's tactics in this game.
With a lot of running and confrontation, Bayern's ball control and organization cannot be used.
Bayern has the foundation of controlling the ball. Under Guardiola's training, they have reached a very high level in controlling the field. Even if they are not as good as Barcelona at the time, they are not far behind, otherwise they would not be in the league.
The Bundesliga has a dimensionality-reducing attack and an almost terrifying winning rate. However, Southampton's running confrontation tactics are the nemesis of this tactic.
Of course Bayern's running ability is also very good, but compared with last season, there have been some changes!
Reminiscent of the fact that Noriya was the first head coach to use running and one-on-one pressing tactics to make Barcelona's tactics really come to waterloo, Noriya's arrangement seems to indicate something else.
"Want to prove that your tactics are more effective?" Guardiola couldn't help but ask as he shook hands.
"No, I don't want to prove anything, I just want to beat you and then advance to the quarterfinals of the Champions League."
Ji Ya said sincerely: "Many of you have seen the scenery of winning the Champions League, but I haven't seen it yet, so I want to take a look now."
Guardiola was stunned by Ji Ya's words, and then he couldn't help laughing.
That's right, isn't this the scenery that all coaches want to see?
So in front of this goal, other little thoughts really don't matter.
"Then let me see if you have this opportunity." Guardiola said.
He has seen the scene of winning the Champions League twice. Like Mourinho and Ancelotti, he has seen it the most among active coaches. Now let’s see if Noriya has the ability to see it next.
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"I not only want to see it, but I want to see it more times." Ji Ya returned to his seat and said to himself.
He has already won the league championship. The next step, of course, is to win the Champions League.
This is the highest peak that a club coach should climb.
Only seeing the scenery there is the most refreshing thing!
