Chapter 205 Blocking from the wrong leg in the fourth-place competition
From 3-0 to 3-3, Leicester City's eastern half was a nightmare.
They conceded two goals in a row in the opening game, catching Leicester City off guard.
And just now Zaha scored three goals in a row, which was even more exquisite.
Seeing Zaha's goal, he was so proud that Drinkwater cursed: "Please excuse me if you are here, you can do better than me!"
But no, Xia Xing was not present.
So what?
With less than five minutes to go before the end of the game, Leicester City retreated across the board.
Although it was equalized, Pearson did not think the team could overtake the score.
Vardy is isolated and helpless, and Mahrez is helpless.
Among the attacking tridents, Xia Xing is unique and the most sought-after existence.
The whole team defended and withstood three threatening shots from Crystal Palace.
Finally the referee's final whistle came.
3 to 3, Leicester City was tied by the wrong leg.
Although they did not win the game, the visiting team fans in the stands were still cheering and excited.
Although they did not lose the game, the home team fans in the stands were still in a low mood and the atmosphere was gloomy.
In the live broadcast room, Alan Shearer lamented that Leicester City lost the victory.
"They missed a good opportunity to consolidate the top four. After that game, Arsenal relied on a victory to narrow the point gap with Leicester City to two points. When a direct game in the East is a direct tie, Arsenal will
With more fighting spirit, Leicester City is about to face the challenge of the wrong leg in the fourth-place competition."
Carragher next to him curled his lips.
"I said it wrong, the blocking of the wrong leg in the fourth-place competition has already begun.
"Especially in that game, I looked at the goalscorers at Crystal Palace.
"Sanogo, an Arsenal player, came to Crystal Palace on loan that winter.
"Campbell, a Manchester United youth player, joined Crystal Palace last summer.
"Zaha, a former Manchester United player, was on loan at Crystal Palace this season and had just been bought out that winter.
"All three players are coming from Leicester City's fourth-place finish this season.
"By blocking Leicester City's progress, it can be considered as helping my old club to fight for the fourth place."
Although Carragher's words were somewhat emotionally charged, they turned out to be true.
Both Arsenal and Manchester United continue to advance with the three points gained from victory, and they are getting closer and closer to Leicester City.
Leicester City faces many difficulties in retaining its top four position.
Four days later, they faced an extremely demanding match.
In the twenty-fifth round of the Premier League, they visited the Emirates Stadium to challenge the Premier League giant Arsenal.
Facing Arsenal, Leicester City has some psychological advantages.
Because in the half-way contest with Arsenal, Leicester City won 2-0.
Ozil's performance was extremely poor at that time and he gave Leicester City an own goal.
With that goal, Leicester City's defensive counterattack suppressed Arsenal's attack.
Mahrez scored another goal before.
2 to 0, a complete victory over Gunshan.
But whether it's one moment or another, tomorrow's gunmen will be strong and have a well-organized lineup.
Leicester City is in a lot of trouble.
Morgan, who received a red card in a game, will be suspended tomorrow.
Xia Xing, who suffered some minor injuries, also walked on the bench.
Originally, Pearson didn't even want him to be included in the squad, but Xia Xing strongly requested to play in that game.
In the past, a compromise approach was adopted, substituting and waiting for opportunities.
Facing the powerful Arsenal and Leicester City who were short of major generals, the game was extremely difficult.
From the first minute of the game, Leicester City was suppressed by Arsenal's offense.
Unlike the fierce pressing of Manchester City, Liverpool, and Manchester United, Arsenal's pressing can provide smooth offensive coverage.
It seems to be preventable, but in just a moment, you will be pricked by an embroidery needle.
In the 5th minute of the game, Arsenal relied on a wonderful fast break and almost opened the goal guarded by Schmeichel.
A few minutes later, Arsenal's attack started again.
There was a pass between six consecutive players in the midfield, and the ball was passed to the front right.
Sanchez catches the ball and starts instantly!
Pull horizontally and shoot into the far corner!
The ball hit the net!
1 to 0!
After scoring the first goal, Arsenal played more freely from Donglai.
In the 31st minute of the game, there was another wonderful frontcourt cooperation.
That was not a problem that could be solved by the forwards.
Sanchez catches the ball and passes quickly!
Leicester City's defense is in turmoil!
Knock it to Walcott!
The little tiger quickly moved forward, making Leicester City's defense even more nervous!
But he didn't choose to shoot!
Pass back near the baseline!
Inverted triangle!
Rosicky at the top of the penalty area has already appeared there!
Don't stop the ball, kick and volley!
The ball was flat and fast, going straight into the right east corner of the goal!
Schmeichel is powerless!
2 to 0!
Arsenal scores another goal!
The game has just started less than fifteen minutes now!
The home team fans at the Emirates Stadium cheered!
They seem to have seen the team advance to third place!
In the live broadcast room, Carragher applauded Arsenal.
"That game was a solid one! In front of them, Leicester City was completely beaten back to its prototype of a newly promoted team, and now they have no variables!"
After hearing those words, countless Leicester City fans in front of the TV were already cursing.
But no, they have to admit that Carragher's words make sense.
Mahrez is excellent in controlling the ball, but it is still difficult for him to perform at his normal level unless he is in Arsenal's zone defense.
In that game, Mahrez and Albrighton flew together on both wings and rarely performed well.
Without the connection between the midfield and the frontcourt, Leicester City's offense will be difficult to be effective.
Without a strong defensive midfielder, Leicester City's penalty area was repeatedly breached.
In the last minute of half-time injury time, Walcott's low shot slid out of the goal.
Leicester City almost missed the goal again.
With a 0-2 disadvantage, the Leicester City soldiers returned to the locker room.
In the east half, sides changed sides and the battle resumed, Leicester City made substitution adjustments.
James came off the bench for veteran Cambiasso.
Albrighton gave up the left wing to James and returned to the center, partnering with Drinkwater to sort out the midfield and frontcourt.
That substitution had some effect, but the effect was not obvious.
James' speed and dribbling caused some problems for Arsenal.
At the beginning of the east half, a long-range shot passed two people and slid out of the goal.
It made Arsenal fans break into a cold sweat.
Soon, Arsenal adapted to Leicester City's new tactics.
Facing the thin James, Arsenal's defense directly deteriorated.
After several consecutive attacks, James was knocked to pieces.
And Arsenal players are very reluctant to play cards.
After all, there are no serious fouls, just reasonable or unreasonable collisions.
A warning at most.
Time passed by, and Leicester City was still two goals behind.
In the 70th minute of the game, James' cross was blocked and the referee's whistle sounded.
