Although both sides in this game made some restrictions on the opponent's control of the ball in the midfield and frontcourt, overall they focused on offense.
Therefore, after the start, the two sides were playing back and forth, which was very lively.
The stars of both sides are all very skilled, and they can often play exquisite coordination that is pleasing to the eye, which naturally makes the fans watching the game very happy.
However, when the game reached the 18th minute, there was a little accident on the court.
This was originally a Chelsea offensive. The ball reached the frontcourt and came to Lukaku's feet.
Hanhan took the ball with his back, and when he saw that there was no chance to move forward, he passed it back to the midfield, and Matic passed it to Kanter.
Kanter caught the ball, dunked on the defending Busquets, and then led forward.
At this time, Barcelona's center back Pique also rushed to defend.
Beep!
Then I heard a clear whistle from Turkish referee Cakir resounding throughout the stadium.
It turned out that Kanter was tripped by Pique and rolled on the ground with the ball.
At this time, the referee Cakir decisively called a foul and called Pique in front of him. He gave him a stern warning, but did not show a yellow card.
"We saw that Kanter had not yet stood up from the ground, and Chelsea players gathered around him. David Luiz went up to check on his teammate's injury, but the situation did not look very optimistic. He called the team doctor towards the sidelines.
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"This is not a good sign. The game has only started less than 20 minutes ago. If Kante comes off due to injury at this time, it will be an extremely painful blow to Chelsea."
"Because we all know that Kante is not only the current interception and steal leader of Chelsea, but he is also very good at offensive organization. He can be said to be a true all-round midfielder."
"It is precisely because of this that after the opening today we can see that Barcelona defended Kante very tightly when he got the ball. Basically, as soon as he got the ball, someone immediately pressed him. This also made the violation that Kante received today more serious.
It also increases the chance of injury."
"Pan Yi seemed a little anxious on the sidelines and quickly sent the team doctor to the court."
"The stretcher is also on the way. It looks like the injury is really serious."
Every one of the Chelsea fans at the scene looked very worried, while the Barcelona fans were on the contrary. They booed, seemingly saying that Kante was diving.
From the bottom of their hearts, Barcelona fans certainly hope that Kante will not be able to continue playing.
After all, everyone knows Kante's important role in Chelsea's midfield. Once injured, it will be a serious blow to Chelsea's midfield.
Finally, after the team doctor went up to treat Kanter's injury, he made a gesture to Pan Yi on the sidelines, then put Kanter on a stretcher and sent him directly to the sidelines for treatment.
But on the court, referee Cakir signaled that the game should continue, and Chelsea got a long-distance set kick opportunity.
Pan Yi didn't care about the situation on the court at this time, walked directly to the sidelines, and asked Kanter with concern: "How are you, how do you feel?"
"It's okay..." Kanter looked at the team doctor.
The team doctor shook his head slightly: "The right leg was shoveled, but it was not serious. The really serious thing is that he sprained his right foot when he fell from the shovel. I guess..."
Following the team doctor's gesture, Pan Yi saw the blood marks left by the spikes on Kanter's right calf, but the sprain could not be seen.
But according to what the team doctor said, there is definitely no way Kanter can play again.
"Damn it, is Pique so cruel?" Pan Yi cursed.
In fact, under Pintus's scientific training methods this season, Chelsea's generals have very few injuries, and Pan Yi's players can play at full strength most of the time.
Like Hazard and Matic were injured after being violated during the game, there is really no way around it.
No matter how well you take care of yourself, you can't stop others from driving randomly!
But today Kante was tackled again, and it happened shortly after the start of the crucial Champions League final. This is indeed difficult to deal with.
Not to mention wasting a substitution spot, some arrangements before the game also need to be changed accordingly.
After all, Kanter's defensive coverage ability and comprehensive offensive-defensive transition ability cannot be replaced by just any person.
But Pan Yi has no other choice now but to replace him.
Pan Yi was thinking a lot in his heart, but his face remained as usual. He leaned over and smiled at Kanter: "Okay, I will allow you to be lazy and take a rest today, and then go to the podium to hold the trophy later!"
"Boss, I'm sorry, I..." Kanter was a little worried.
Of course he understands the impact of his injury on the team.
Not to mention his role in the midfield, one substitution was used up in the first ten minutes alone, which will bring great unpredictability to Chelsea's subsequent games.
After all, this is a final that determines the outcome. If the outcome cannot be decided within 90 minutes, 30 minutes of overtime will be played.
At that time, willpower and physical fitness will often play a decisive role, so the three substitution places are also particularly important.
The impact of new forces sometimes plays the most critical role! This is why substitutes can often make contributions.
But he had to leave the game before playing for 20 minutes, which means a lot of physical energy was wasted...
So Kanter really feels bad.
"Don't talk nonsense, hurry up, go over there and take a good look, leave this to me."
However, Pan Yi patted Kanter's shoulder easily, signaled the team doctor to carry the stretcher over, and then turned around and walked to the bench.
Since you want to replace someone, you have to decide who to replace first.
At this point in time, the rules of the Champions League are still 18 people registered for each game. After 11 people, only 7 people can sit on the bench.
Today's seven substitutes, Pan Yi chose a goalkeeper Martin, two defenders Yinwanovic and Ake, two midfielders Cheek and Ramirez, and two forwards Gnabry and Bamford
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This arrangement is mainly to take into account both versatility and tactics.
In terms of versatility, both Ake and Ivanovic can play as center backs and full backs, while Gnabry and Bamford can also switch between center forwards and wingers.
As for tactics, the main reason is to consider the possible high-altitude bombing of Barcelona. The purpose of selecting the 1.91 meter midfielder Chik is obvious!
And now that Kanter is injured and off the field, Pan Yi can only choose between Chik and Ramirez as a substitute.
Comparing these two players, Ramirez is definitely more experienced, more comprehensive, and more capable of fighting tough battles.
But precisely because of this, Barcelona may have studied him more thoroughly, and may have the same method to deal with Kanter.
In other words, Ramirez and Kanter also have certain similarities in their technical characteristics.
That is, their main task on the court is to defend and provide protection for their teammates, but they also have strong offensive capabilities, run quickly, and have a good shot.
Chick's role is relatively different.
In addition to being able to provide support for the midfielder, with excellent short passing ability and excellent ball-handling ability, not every midfielder can do that sudden header to grab points.
But Chik's shortcomings are also obvious. Although he is tall and tall, his confrontation ability is actually average. After he comes on the field, he actually weakens Chelsea's midfield defense.
Who should I choose?
Pan Yi made a quick decision and pointed at Chick: "You, hurry up and warm up and get ready to play."
For no other reason than to highlight a rare soldier!
Qi Ke!
Judging from the situation in the opening less than 20 minutes, Enrique must have studied his tactics very thoroughly. It would be difficult to open up the situation with some conventional play.
Just take advantage of this passive substitution and do a "surprise", maybe it will have a miraculous effect.
When Pan Yi called him, Chike jumped up from his seat and took off his coat excitedly.
He was already very happy and satisfied that he could be selected into the 18-man squad for the Champions League final today.
After all, among the players who can play as a defensive midfielder, in addition to Matic and Kanter, there are also Ramirez, Mikel, even Ake, David Luiz, etc.
But Pan Yi still chose him.
And now, the boss wants to let him play!
Of course Chick was even more excited.
He immediately ran to the sideline warm-up area and sprinted back and forth several times to fully exercise his body.
Not long after, he ran back to Pan Yi.
Pan Yi told him some things to pay attention to after playing, which is to try to stabilize the midfield first and not let Barcelona take advantage of it.
As for Chik’s characteristics, let’s wait until the situation is stabilized!
Soon, Chick came on as a substitute.
"Haha, my luck seems really good today."
On the sidelines, Luis Enrique couldn't help but breathed a sigh of relief.
Of course he understands Kanter's importance to Chelsea, or to Pan Yi.
This is the only player who won the Champions League with Milan, followed Pan Yi to Hamburg, and finally came to Chelsea!
From this we can see how much Pan Yi likes Kanter.
Now Kanter is injured and has been replaced by a 19-year-old young boy from England.
More importantly, the game has only passed twenty minutes.
Barcelona really has a great chance today!
"Pan Yi didn't play Ramirez, but Cheek, which is a bit strange." Assistant coach Juan Carlos was a little puzzled.
Looking at Chelsea's bench, no matter how you choose, you should choose Ramirez, who has more balanced abilities, better defense, and more experience. How come you have a Chick who feels top-heavy and too young?
"Let's see and then talk." Enrique touched his face and looked at the field, "If Pan Yi's operations can be guessed by others, then he is not Pan Yi..."
Later, Enrique ordered: "But no matter what he thinks, now that Kante is gone, it is our opportunity. Tell the players to continue to increase the pressure in the midfield and frontcourt. Once there is a chance, give it to me."
Fight back."
"Understood." Juan Carlos accepted the order with a smile.
Of course he can also see that after Kanter leaves the field, Chelsea's midfield defense will inevitably become weaker!
"Ah, we're in trouble now."
In the chairman's stand, Abramovich also became solemn.
Even as an ordinary fan, he is aware of the changes in the situation on the field.
Since Kanter left the field, Barcelona has quickly stepped up its pressing and pressing efforts throughout the game.
Although Pan Yi quickly replaced Chick, before he could gain a firm foothold, Enrique further encouraged the players to press forward, completely disrupting Chelsea's rhythm and preventing the Blues from controlling the ball.
Under Barcelona's interference, Chelsea's midfield and frontcourt made frequent passing mistakes, which is not a good sign.
They are all the top teams in Europe, but any slight change in the game may be turned into an opportunity for the opponent, let alone if the core midfielder is injured so seriously.
It can be said that Kanter's end was equivalent to losing one of Pan Yi's arms!
"Don't worry, boss, Pan Yi has already started to make adjustments. The most important thing now is to stabilize the position first." Cherbrus Barker on the side comforted Abramovich.
In the stadium, Pan Yi no longer sat in the coaching bench eating spicy noodles, but walked to the sidelines, constantly calling the players and adjusting the team's tactics.
But Enrique next to him pressed forward step by step, giving Chelsea no chance to breathe.
He waved his hands vigorously and asked his players to press, press, and press again!
This makes it difficult for Abu's breathing to calm down.
And Barcelona President Bartomeu, who was not far away from them, couldn't help grinning.
This time it can be said that God helps Barcelona!
Bartomeu raised his head and looked at the dark night sky outside the lights, as if he saw the stars of victory shining towards him.
On the field, Barcelona players will of course be keenly aware of the opportunity coming.
Just as Enrique arranged, they launched a more active fight against Chelsea's midfield and backfield.
Especially when young Chik gets the ball, people like Rakitic, Busquets and others will immediately swarm forward. Sometimes even Messi, Neymar and others will come back to help steal the ball.
This approach quickly showed results.
After all, Chick does not have much experience, and it is the first time in his life that he has stepped onto such an important stage, and he is still passive, which always makes him not fully mentally prepared.
He originally needed some time to adapt to the rhythm of the field after he came on the field, but being robbed by the Barcelona generals, this adaptation time was lengthened invisibly.
Of course your opponent won’t wait for you to adapt!
After Chik turned around and failed to protect the ball, Rakitic poked the ball down to Messi's feet, and the n combination's performance began!
At this time, Messi had already switched positions to the left to get the ball. He moved forward quickly as usual, and successfully got rid of the two defensive players with his extremely fast pace and fake moves.
At this time, Neymar had also rushed forward. Messi passed the ball. Neymar caught the ball and handed it to the center with one kick.
Suarez inserted with lightning speed, used his body to squeeze away the opponent's center back David Luiz, and stopped the ball.
But David Luiz quickly came up again. Suarez saw that it was difficult to have time to adjust, so he turned around and volleyed hard towards the goal!
However, at this moment, Chelsea goalkeeper Courtois quickly stretched out his hands and saved the inevitable goal with his quick reaction.
But the second landing point of the ball was still taken by Messi.
Almost at the same time, he also heard Neymar’s shout from the far end.
The horse is barking, which means he is in a better position!
This is a tacit understanding that the three South American superstars have cultivated long ago.
So Messi immediately took a few steps, and with a slight movement of his toes, he easily picked up the ball and flew to the back point.
When the ball flew up, Messi's eyes were also watching Neymar rushing towards the goal.
He knew that the next step would depend on the horse.
But Chelsea's defenders are not vegetarians either.
At the moment when Messi passed the ball, Terry also realized the danger of the far post and hurriedly turned around and pounced, preventing Neymar from easily stopping the ball and shooting.
Next came the most critical moment of this wonderful collaboration. Neymar reacted instantly. He tapped his forehead lightly, stopped the ball at his knees, and then picked it up with his toes before the ball completely hit the ground.
He actually passed the ball again.
It turns out that Neymar is not planning to shoot!
The ball flew lightly towards the center of the goal.
At this moment, Suarez was already running towards the goal quickly and looking for the best space for the shot!
And when the ball came to him, Suarez showed off his amazing skills.
Under the strong pressure put on him by David Luiz, he stretched out his foot and accurately caught the ball with the toe of his left foot. Then he followed up with his right foot and fired a half-volley prone shot!
The ball went in!
The ball was too close to the goal, and Suarez's shooting method was beyond many people's expectations. Courtois could only watch the ball and sigh.
At this time, the audience at the Berlin Olympic Stadium burst into cheers. They cheered for this goal and this wonderful cooperation.
It can be seen from the development and ending of this ball that n's tacit understanding has reached a level that no one can match.
Their cooperation has become a beautiful scenery on the court, which is breathtaking!
Of course, more importantly, the goal they scored together gave Barcelona a one-goal lead in the final!
"Continue, don't stop."
After celebrating on the sidelines, Luis Enrique continued to give such instructions to his disciples.
He just wants to implement his pre-match strategy: stab each other with Chelsea to see who is more ruthless!
Aren’t you Chelsea very strong offensively? Aren’t you unable to defend no matter how hard you defend? I won’t defend anymore! Scoring you more goals is the best defense!
At this time, the Chelsea fans at the scene were a little silent.
Barcelona’s attacking trident is indeed well-deserved!
Can Chelsea withstand such a powerful attack?
Originally, when Kante was on the court, Chelsea fans might still have greater confidence.
But now that Kanter was off the field due to injury, Barcelona scored in a short period of time, and in such an exquisite way...
This casts a shadow over every Chelsea fan's heart.
At this time, can Chelsea reverse its decline?
In other words, has Pan Yi, the savior in their minds, thought of a solution?
Of course Pan Yi has thought about it.
Or it can be said that he had already thought about it when he replaced Chik on the field.
"Go boldly and attack, don't be afraid!"
Pan Yi shouted to Chick, who was a little downcast on the court: "I sent you up to show your offensive ability, go and show it to your heart's content!"
The ball lost just now started when Chik was intercepted while protecting the ball. This will of course have some adverse effects on the mentality of young people.
Therefore, Pan Yi wants to encourage Chick and make him feel that the coach does not care about this, so that he can relax and better display his abilities.
How can young people not make mistakes?
Moreover, Chik's defensive and ball-protecting abilities are not as good as Kante. Even if he is stronger than Kante, he may not be able to stop so many Barcelona players from attacking like wolves and tigers, let alone Chik?
If you lose the ball now, you lose the ball. Just try to get the ball back!
Suarez's ball just now can actually prove how difficult it is to guard the three of them.
Neither David Luiz nor Terry actually made any mistakes in defense. The people and positions that should be defended were all in place, but they were able to use super skills to escape and shoot.
Even Azpilicueta and Matic who were passed by when Messi first launched the attack cannot be blamed too much on them.
Or speaking with hindsight, when the first Matic was passed by, should the Serbian strongman decisively pull Messi down and then stop the attack?
Then maybe there won’t be this goal.
But the reason why I say this is an "afterthought" is because on the court, the situation is always changing, and players always have to make the next decision in a few tenths of a second.
Should you follow up, shovel, or just hug and throw? Once you decide, you will follow this route, and it is difficult to have room for modification.
Then the question comes again, how do you know that Messi's dribbling will lead to a goal?
Messi may successfully complete ten or more dribbles in a game. Does he have to knock him down every time?
If you do it once, you may be fine, but if you do it twice more, you will get a yellow card or a red card.
How many Matic would be enough?
What's more, when Messi started his first pass, his position was only near the center circle. Matic's failure to directly knock down his opponent was not an unforgivable sin.
When it comes to Azpilicueta, if he chooses to pull down Messi, it will be very close to the penalty area line.
From this distance, what if Messi scores another direct free kick?
Maybe the keyboard warrior will start to blame Azpilicueta for the foul, and let Messi shoot or pass the ball or it will not directly lead to a goal.
"Everyone knows that Messi is good at free kicks, but you fouled here!" And so on.
Hindsight is something everyone can do.
All in all, there are always 10,000 ways to get the ball into your goal with a historical striker combination like n, so there is no point in complaining.
Therefore, Pan Yi's tactical thinking today is not much different from Enrique's.
That is, since n's coordination and personal ability are so strong, if Chelsea players can't guard them, then just score a few more goals in front!
Therefore, the "hit it off" between the two coaches seems to have destined this game to be a wonderful battle...