Chapter 344: Ancelotti and Zidane with different styles
As Atletico stepped off the bus, countless enthusiastic calls came to them.
Simeone was interviewed by the media and the players went directly to the locker room.
"I said, this is a tough game, but it is also a peak showdown!"
Simeone told the reporters: "It is normal for the media not to be optimistic about us. I am not sad, angry or depressed about this. What I have to do tonight is to play according to the tactical arrangement.
Regarding the showdown between Lee and Bell, the British media has been reporting recently.
Bell is indeed very fast, but their characteristics are completely different. Li's absolute speed is indeed amazing, but he mostly uses his breakthrough skills.
Everyone has also seen that he has made many breakthroughs in small spaces recently, which is unmatched by Bell.
So, I think they are not the same level of players.
Maybe some people are not happy to hear these words, but the facts are the facts.
You can see the difference between them tonight!
As for whether Li will start, you will know later."
Simeone expressed his own views on some recent media reports.
The reporters' reaction was quite calm. After all, everything depends on the result of the game.
Soon after, the Real Madrid coach and the stars arrived at the stadium and were greeted by reporters.
Ancelotti said: "Actually, this is an ordinary La Liga game. We can accept the outcome or loss. The season is still very long, and the outcome of this game will not affect anything."
Ronaldo said: "We will win, that's for sure!"
Bell said: "I have noticed that some media are discussing Li and I recently. We are two different players with our own characteristics.
I don't think the outcome of this game depends on the two of us. It's unfair to other players.
I will try my best to be myself, and Li will certainly do the same!
As for what the result will be, it is up to God to decide!”
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After the players from both sides finished warming up, they returned to the locker room to prepare for the upcoming peak battle.
The stadium suddenly became empty.
The vast majority of fans from both sides have already entered the stands.
The Bernabeu, which can accommodate more than 80,000 people, has an astonishing 90% attendance rate!
This is a very exaggerated number. You must know that the attendance rate at the Bernabeu for the Spanish El Clasico last season was only 80%!
This game improved by a full ten percent!
There were more than 200 reporters at the scene. Reporters from almost all regions came. Adding in some European media, the number exceeded 200.
This shows the attention paid to this game.
Some people think that such high attention is related to Li Chuanqi and Ronaldo.
Just like the match between Real Madrid and Barcelona, the showdown between Ronaldo and Messi is the biggest attraction and the greatest appeal.
Last season, Li Chuanqi defeated Messi and Ronaldo and won the La Liga and Champions League golden boots. He has become the hottest star in world football today, and has become a star comparable to the two of them.
UEFA's official website has published exclusive interviews with Li Chuanqi many times, which is making stars.
When a sport attracts attention, it is often the superstars.
In today's world football, Messi and Cristia are the only ones on the same level. Some people call them the "unparalleled twins".
In just one year, Li Chuanqi became a new idol through his wonderful goals, vaguely comparable to the two.
Of course, this needs to be supported by results. A La Liga championship is not enough for him to truly stand shoulder to shoulder with Messi and Ronaldo.
At least he needs to win the Champions League once so that he won't be criticized.
In the visiting team's locker room, Simeone announced the starting lineup, but Li Chuanqi did not enter.
In fact, he knew the news yesterday, because Simeone had told him in advance that he would not start tonight's game. The reason behind this was that he had just recovered from injury, and it was also related to the Champions League group stage three days later.
"Real Madrid's quick counterattack is very distinctive. What we have to do is to launch a crazy counterattack as soon as we lose the ball!
Counterattack!
Fight back!"
Simeone looked at his midfielders and said loudly: "While counterattacking, you must immediately return to the defensive position and fight for the first landing point without giving the opponent a chance to turn around!
Complement each other!
Losing our position is not terrible, but what is terrible is that after losing our position, we are at a loss!
When your teammates are covering up defense, you have to cover up your teammates’ positions!”
Simeone emphasized defense the most, because this is an away game, and Atletico Madrid is not a team that pursues possession of the ball, so Atletico Madrid will not have many chances to win the ball tonight.
Defend well and counterattack, these are the tactics Simeone has formulated for tonight's game.
Regarding Li Chuanqi's use, he did not explain one thing to Li Chuanqi, that is, both sides basically consumed and tested each other in the first half.
The real decisive battle will occur in the second half, when the players' physical fitness decreases and defense is more likely to have problems.
Let Li Chuanqi play at this time, and he will have enough physical energy to tear apart Real Madrid's defense.
This is what Simeone really thinks.
In a battle like this, everyone is very cautious. It is difficult to score in the first half. It is completely a war of attrition.
Home team locker room.
Ancelotti made detailed tactical arrangements and the players listened carefully.
After the Italian arrived, he used his gentleness and drizzle to resolve the tension and confrontation in the locker room, forming a sharp contrast with Mourinho.
With Zidane on his side, Real Madrid's locker room was reunited.
"I hope everyone can be more relaxed. This is just an ordinary La Liga game. The season has just begun. The outcome of this game cannot determine anything.
Relax and believe in yourself.
This is my only request from everyone!"
Zidane expressed his opinion on the game: "Atletico Madrid is not what it used to be, they have already posed a threat to us!
There is only one king in a city. If Real Madrid wants to be the king of this city, they must do everything possible to win tonight!"
The French's attitude is obviously different from Ancelotti's. What's strange is that the Italians don't have any dissatisfaction and don't correct it.
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At nine-thirty-forty, the starting players from both sides appeared in the tunnel.
Neither of them paid attention to the other, which was the case in the city derby.
At nine forty-five minutes, the starting players from both sides followed the referee out of the tunnel.
They were greeted with warm cheers and applause.
The commentator of Madrid Sports Station said loudly: "The starting players of both sides have entered the field, and the Madrid Derby is about to begin!
Let us first introduce to you the starting lineups of both sides.
Simeone still arranges a 442 formation, goalkeeper: Courtois; four defenders: Juanfran, Miranda, Godin, Felipe; four midfielders: Keke, Christian Rodriguez
, Gabi, Turan; two forwards: Diego Costa, Villa!
Ancelotti arranged a 4-2-3 formation, goalkeeper: Diego Lopez; four defenders: Arbeloa, Pepe, Ramos, Coentrao; double midfielder: Illarramendi,
Khedira; three midfielders: Di Maria, Isco, Ronaldo; lone forward: Benzema!
Neither Lee nor Bell, who have attracted much attention, started the game!"
