It's true, Tottenham Hotspur did lose to Crystal Palace 2-4 in the last round.
Pochettino did not deny the result of this game.
This game was indeed lost.
In that game, they originally played very well in the first half, were completely under control, and even led by two goals, but in the end they were reversed by Crystal Palace.
To be honest, he still thought that Crystal Palace would be stronger.
But even so, he still thinks that Tottenham Hotspur have a chance in this game.
Pochettino wants to win more than just talk.
In this game, Tottenham Hotspur will make adjustments.
And Pochettino himself has already thought about it.
Now he is waiting for this game to start.
Of course, Tottenham Hotspur fans also hope that their team can win this game, but to be honest, they are not very confident.
Crystal Palace is really too strong, and their current state has also improved.
Tottenham Hotspur really have little chance.
At this time, Tong Yi also said that Crystal Palace will go all out in this game. Obviously, Crystal Palace will not give up the League Cup this season, and Tong Yi is more interested in the League Cup.
I really don’t understand why this guy likes the League Cup so much?
Is it because the League Cup schedule is short?
Anyway, Tottenham Hotspur fans don’t understand. Shouldn’t Crystal Palace be trying your best to compete for the Premier League title at this time? You should focus more on the league!
Tong Yi, what on earth are you doing?
At this time, Tong Yi and the Crystal Palace team came to White Hart Lane.
Yes, this game is still a Tottenham Hotspur game. More than a week later, Crystal Palace will come to White Hart Lane again. To be honest, Tottenham Hotspur fans are a little worried.
Crystal Palace is very strong!
Before the game, media reporters interviewed Tong Yi again.
Adriana asked, "Mr. David, Real Madrid is willing to trade Carvajal for Zhang Linpeng. What do you think? Are you willing to sell Zhang Linpeng?"
Everyone knows that Tong Yi actually values Carvajal very much.
Adriana learned that her colleagues in Germany had already reported that when Tong Yi was still in Munich 1860, he had taken a liking to Carvajal, and tried to introduce Carvajal many times but failed in the end.
And what Adriana knew was that when Tong Yi first came to Crystal Palace, he also wanted to introduce Carvajal. However, because Crystal Palace was a British Championship team at that time, Carvajal really did not agree to join Crystal Palace.
So, now that Real Madrid is willing to exchange Carvajal for Zhang Linpeng, you, Tong Yi, should agree, right? To be honest, in the eyes of these media reporters, Carvajal is going to be left by Zhang Linpeng.
Real Madrid is willing to trade Carvajal for Zhang Linpeng, and they all feel that Crystal Palace has made a profit.
However, in Tong Yi's opinion, the current Zhang Linpeng may not be worse than Carvajal.
His Zhang Linpeng's physical fitness is very explosive. Even in the Premier League, Zhang Linpeng's physical fitness is ranked in the middle and upper reaches. Moreover, his passing skills are also very accurate now, and his ability to assist from the wing is very strong and very good.
It fits Crystal Palace's tactics.
To be honest, Tong Yi may not be willing to trade Zhang Linpeng for Carvajal.
Tong Yi looked at Adriana, and then said calmly, "To be honest, I haven't really considered this deal. But if Real Madrid really wants to trade, just one Carvajal is not enough!"
hiss!
All the media reporters at the scene took a deep breath!
What does Tong Yi, a Chinese soft-boiled man, mean? Is he trying to raise prices while taking advantage of the fire?
Have you set your sights on Real Madrid and are you ready to take advantage of Real Madrid?
To be honest, many media reporters are confused!
Of course, some people think that this is actually Tong Yi's tactful rejection of Real Madrid. It can be seen that Tong Yi has no intention of trading Zhang Linpeng.
In fact, Zhang Linpeng thought so too, and Tong Yi was politely refusing.
To be honest, Tong Yi really didn't want to send Zhang Linpeng away.
His tactics are very suitable for Zhang Linpeng. Ignacio and Jimenez on the front line are already familiar with Zhang Linpeng's crosses, and there is a tacit understanding between them.
Why did Tong Yi send Zhang Linpeng away?
Who knows if Carvajal is suitable for Crystal Palace’s tactics?
Therefore, at this time, Tong Yi really has no intention of letting Zhang Linpeng go!
After answering this question, Tong Yi stopped answering and walked directly into the players' locker room to prepare for the game.
The media reporters flocked to the Crystal Palace players, and the media reporters focused on interviewing Zhang Linpeng!
At this stage, Zhang Linpeng is the protagonist!
Adriana came directly to Zhang Linpeng and asked, "Mr. Zhang Linpeng, do you know that Real Madrid is chasing you? What do you think of the transfer to Real Madrid?"
All the media reporters were fixated on Zhang Linpeng, wanting to see how he would answer?
Zhang Linpeng was very serious. He looked at the direction Tong Yi was leaving, and then he said, "I don't know if Real Madrid really wants me. It's just rumors from the outside now! Is it true that Real Madrid really wants me?"
It’s an honor for me to be chosen by Madrid, and I’m very grateful to them! But at the moment, I still don’t want to leave Crystal Palace!”
All media reporters frowned. Zhang Linpeng rejected Real Madrid?
There are really not many players in the world who can resist the temptation of Real Madrid!
Zhang Linpeng continued, "Of course, it is an honor for me to be able to go to Real Madrid! It is also my dream to play in the same team as Sergio Ramos! If there is a chance in the future, I think I
I still want to join Real Madrid! But it may not be possible recently. I still prefer to play beside Coach Tong! Without him, I wouldn’t be where I am today, thank you!” .??.
If Adriana and others realize this, Zhang Linpeng will still be unable to refuse Real Madrid.
Sure enough, Real Madrid's attraction to players is still fatal.
Now Zhang Linpeng said this, probably because of the pressure from Tong Yi!
Adriana and the others all felt that Zhang Linpeng actually wanted to join Real Madrid.
Suddenly, they thought there was something funny about it.
At this time, Zhong Dajun, a media reporter from China, suddenly asked, "Excuse me, Mr. Zhang Linpeng? Do you think joining Real Madrid will help your career? Do you think joining Real Madrid will be a milestone in your career?"
All the media reporters turned to look at Zhang Linpeng, their eyes full of light.
Zhang Linpeng looked at the Chinese reporter, and then he said, "Joining Real Madrid will obviously be very helpful for my career, and it will also be one of the most glorious resumes in my career! This will be very important to me and even to me."
It’s a milestone for Chinese football!”
After answering this question, Zhang Linpeng had something else to say.
Suddenly, Van Dijk behind him pushed Zhang Linpeng. Zhang Linpeng turned his head and glanced, suddenly realizing something, he immediately waved to the media reporters at the scene, then left directly and walked towards the player tunnel.
The media reporters were very sorry, and they were ready to ask more questions.
such a pity!
They also saw that this guy Zhang Linpeng had started talking too fast. He originally wanted to continue talking. But damn this guy Van Dijk actually meddleed in his own business and pushed Zhang Linpeng away.
Damn, Van Dijk must be jealous that Zhang Linpeng is going to Real Madrid.
Humph! Damn Dutch!
When Zhang Linpeng walked into the locker room, he subconsciously looked at Tong Yi.
He found that Tong Yi's attention was not on them at all. What was Tong Yi discussing with the members of the coaching staff? Zhang Linpeng breathed a sigh of relief.
Then, Zhang Linpeng went to his seat, sat down, and began to change his equipment, preparing to go out and warm up.
for In this game, the Crystal Palace players knew very well that they had only one goal in this game, which was to win and advance to the next round of the EFL Cup.
The Crystal Palace players are very serious at this time and are preparing seriously.
Zhang Linpeng also put aside the miscellaneous thoughts in his mind and devoted himself seriously to the preparations for this game, adjusting his condition for the upcoming game.
Competition is the most important thing!
Of course, all the Crystal Palace players around him are like this.
Tong Yi is still very satisfied with the state of the players. He feels that Crystal Palace can really win this game easily!
Before the game started, Tong Yi also went to the stadium. He looked at the Tottenham Hotspur players warming up. It seemed that the opponent was in good condition. This game should be played!
Tong Yi did not underestimate Pochettino, this guy is quite capable.
December 17, 2014, White Hart Lane, North London, England.
What is happening here today is the fifth round of the 2014-2015 English League Cup. Tottenham Hotspur faces Crystal Palace at their home court.
Today’s starting lineups for both sides are as follows:
Home team Tottenham Hotspur, head coach Pochettino, formation 4231
goalkeeper vorm
Back four from left to right Ben Davies, Vertonghen, Fazio and Ziriches
Double defensive midfielder Jedinak and Dembélé
Midfield three from left to right Shadley, Eriksen and Townsend
lone striker Kane
Visiting team Crystal Palace, head coach Tong Yi, formation 4213
Alisson
The back four from left to right is Alonso, Rudiger, Van Dijk and Zhang Linpeng.
Double defensive midfielder Paulinho and Kimmich
Single attacking midfielder De Bruyne
Front three from left to right Bruno Fernandez, Ignacio and Sane
Both teams made very big adjustments in this game, especially Crystal Palace.
Crystal Palace almost played with a substitute lineup, but there was one main player on all three lines. It can be seen that Crystal Palace still wanted to win this game.
Tottenham Hotspur has also changed a lot, especially in the midfielder line. They have replaced two players who are not so strong in holding and controlling the ball, but have better defensive hardness and intensity. It seems that the last one
This game left a very deep impression on Pochettino, so he made such adjustments specifically!
Therefore, it is really hard to say what the outcome of this game will be.
After all, both teams have made very big adjustments, so media reporters and fans are full of expectations for this game.