All Football Talents Are Mine Chapter 287

287. Insight (1) (Sorry, part 287 has been re-uploaded due to duplication.)

EPL is the most popular soccer league in the world.

The overseas broadcasting rights fee is a whopping 10 times that of Germany and more than three times that of Spain’s La Liga.

The reason is because of the characteristics that the EPL has.

A famous soccer player who visited all three major leagues, Spain’s La Liga, Italy’s Serie, and England’s EPL, once said this.

-I realized that English soccer is very competitive. The EPL seems to be rougher than any other league. Some games go as well as expected, but on the other hand, some games don’t go well until the end once they start to dry up. That’s the hardest part.

The EPL has the stigma of being called ‘bullshit league’ (bullshit soccer + EPL) because there are a lot of bullshit games.

Nevertheless, the reason why EPL matches feel so exciting is because of the constant physical fights and intense competition for the ball.

Although the game style varies depending on the manager’s inclinations, many teams in the EPL mainly use tactics that way.

And that is a characteristic that becomes more noticeable in strong teams with good stamina and skills.

In addition to this, there is a reason why the EPL is the most popular around the world.

compete.

The EPL’s competition is its distinguishing feature.

El Clásico is arguably the most famous derby in the world, but other La Liga derbies are less famous.

This means that there is a significant difference in level between clubs.

On the other hand, the EPL has several derby games that are of high interest worldwide.

Manchester United-Liverpool Reds derby.

Manchester derby between Manchester United and Man City.

Arsenal-Tottenham North London derby.

Liverpool-Everton Merseyside derby.

The competitive structure that is interconnected like a spider web is what makes viewers feel more fun.

Additionally, there are not many easy games in the EPL.

A coach who came to the EPL from Italy said this.

-EPL is difficult because there is no one to rest against.

That was the most striking feature on the English stage.

It’s not even easy to predict who will be in the top 4 by the end of the season.

Until a few years ago, ‘Man U, Chelsea, Arsenal and Liverpool’ reigned as the Big 4, but that tradition has long since disappeared.

With the arrival of Man City and Tottenham, the Spring and Autumn Warring States Period was beginning.

It was like that this season.

〈1〉 Manchester United 16 wins, 5 draws, 3 losses, 53 wins, 43 points, 21 goals conceded

〈2〉 Chelsea 16 wins, 2 draws, 6 losses, 50 wins, 38 points, 18 goals conceded

〈3〉 Arsenal 13 wins, 7 draws, 4 losses, 46 wins, 40 points, 27 runs conceded

〈 4〉 Manchester City 12 wins, 7 draws, 5 losses, 43 wins, 36 points, 22 conceded

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〈20〉 West Ham United 3 wins, 6 draws, 15 losses, 15 wins, 20 points, 44 goals conceded

This season, the gap between the top and bottom was much wider than usual.

In particular, there was no separate animal kingdom in the top four.

Although Manchester United was firmly maintaining first place, Chelsea’s pursuit was not easy.

In addition, even Man City was threatening by recording 3 consecutive wins.

It was bound to be a huge burden for Arsenal, who were caught in the middle.

In this situation, Arsenal’s manager had a lot of worries ahead of the game against Man City.

The creator of the Wenger ball tactic and the greatest virtue in history who achieved the great feat of winning the EPL undefeated and made Arsenal the best club.

Along with Ferguson, he is one of the longest-serving managers representing the EPL.

It was Arsene Wenger, known as the soul of Arsenal.

However, he has been in decline since achieving the undefeated championship.

Since 2005, the championship trophy has not been lifted even once.

Because of this, he had the stigma of being the king of military officers.

Moreover, since the contract period was scheduled to expire at the end of this season, we had to win the championship this season.

‘We must win no matter what.’

Looking at City’s recent upward trend, it will not be easy at all.

In particular, since it was his first time facing Ho-Young Woo, even veteran Wenger felt a lot of pressure.

So, I have been constantly thinking and researching for the past two weeks.

How can we stop Woo Ho-young?

Of course, it may have been a meaningless action.

In fact, some staff members even suggested that we prepare for the next game.

Having seen Tottenham defeated by Woo Ho-young earlier, it was natural to feel that way.

Rather than coming up with a strategy, it might have been more effective to come up with a plan on how to break his leg.

But Wenger had a slightly different idea.

‘Man City are still sloppy.’

In his opinion, Man City was an unfinished team.

There were definitely a lot of weak points, and I thought there was a good chance we could win if we took advantage of them.

Ho-Young Woo is a phenomenal player who can produce results on his own, but if they don’t let him do that, there’s nothing Man City can do.

I had to take advantage of its essence.

And after endless thought and research, I was able to come up with a strategy that seemed pretty good.

That was why several players were called separately to the coach’s office today.

Wenger spoke in a solemn voice.

“The keyword for the next game is ‘pressure.’”

“yes?”

“….”

There was a cold atmosphere in the director’s office.

The players looked in disbelief.

Will they use strong pressure soccer against Manchester City, which has Woo Ho-young?

It was a sound that would make even a passing dog shake its head.

Captain Cesc Fabregas asked a question.

“I’m sure you’re not saying this because you don’t know Woo Ho-young’s ability to relieve pressure.”

“Of course it is.”

“Then why did you say such strong pressure?”

“I never mentioned strong pressure.”

Wenger is not an idiot.

Although his skills may have diminished, he was a tactician who left a mark in the world of soccer.

“The pressure I am talking about here is not pressure in our own camp, but ‘irregular’ pressure in the opposing camp. “As soon as the ball passes to the opponent, four or five people will move together to win the ball.”

“But the risk must be that great, right?”

“Of course I will. But what we have to show is not just pressure.”

“sure?”

“You’re creating a total mess. “The goal is to make the opponent as crazy as possible so that they stick together like a spider web.”

“It’s a spider web…”

If there is no risk, you can’t catch Woo Ho-young.

Arsene Wenger thought that was the only way to catch him.

The morning of the game.

Etihad’s private plane carrying Manchester City’s players headed to London.

The time required is approximately one hour.

The players who arrived early in the morning received a grand welcome from the airport and headed to the hotel.

Even though London and Manchester are located on almost opposite sides geographically, many Citizens came along to welcome the players.

They sang a medley of the players’ cheer songs, which also included new cheer songs for Ronaldinho and David Silva.

“Jinyu already has fans.”

“You probably have some fans because I supported you.”

Hoyoung and Ronaldinho became close friends after the confrontation that day.

The two used to hang out like best friends and talk about soccer non-stop, and even when they were heading to the hotel, it was no exception.

“Wenger is a manager who pursues beautiful football. There is a high possibility that they will play aggressive soccer. “We will probably put Chamak as the top player and narrow the gap between the midfield and defense to unleash endless attack tactics.”

“But at such important moments, there are times when defense is more important than offense?”

“Then it’s good for us. No matter how the opponent locks it, all you have to do is find it with an attack bow.”

“I envy your confidence.”

“Then just remember this. There is no perfect player or tactic in the world. And watch the ball. Then, no matter how invisible the path may be, it will be opened.”

“Watch the ball?”

“Is it still a little difficult? “How many years has this been your professional career?”

“It’s the fifth year.”

“Then you will find out soon enough. What do I mean?”

Although he couldn’t understand, Hoyoung took those words to heart.

Just like Kakana Zidane’s advice, Zinho’s words will one day become our bones and flesh.

4 pm.

Manchester City’s team bus arrived at the Emirates Stadium in Islington, North London.

At that time, an interview with Arsenal was taking place in the press conference room.

Because it was a game in which the rankings could be reversed, interest was more focused than usual.

A reporter asked, glaring at Manager Wenger.

“This is a game that will attract the attention of countless soccer fans. “If we don’t win this game, we will essentially be eliminated from the championship race.”

“So?”

“Well, I don’t know. If that’s the case, Arsenal will go through the sorrow of being without a match for 7 years. Of course, I am also one of Arsenal’s fans. However, I think it is unimaginable for a big club to not be able to win a trophy for 7 years. There is clearly a problem. “Didn’t Tottenham also win the League Cup two years ago?”

Wenger frowned at the reporter’s sharp words.

The atmosphere in the hall suddenly became tense.

The reason Wenger couldn’t hide his anger was because what the reporter said was fact.

“Why are you saying that here? “This is a press conference ahead of the game against Man City.”

He looked aggrieved and began to confront the media.

Although he was known as a very generous and kind coach to his players, he was never kind to reporters.

“No matter what anyone says, we will win no matter what. We’ve already made a plan and now all we have to do is see what the future holds. “Just wait and see.”

His view on soccer is not about trophies but about embodying the most perfect and ideal soccer.

But this time was different.

The only goal is to win and win.

We have abandoned the existing football philosophy that emphasizes ‘process’ and have prepared tactics solely for results.

I was that confident.

Captain Fabregas also came out and supported Wenger’s words.

“I’m sure. That we can show everything we have in today’s game. You will face them with the best strategy and best colleagues. “Here in our home.”

Cesc Fabregas.

He joined Arsenal eight years ago and was scheduled to leave for Barcelona as soon as the next season began.

And before that, I definitely wanted to achieve my wish of winning.

So, I planned to use all my abilities today and pour them all into the game.

Emirates Stadium is the second largest in the EPL after Manchester United.

With over 60,000 spectators filling the stands, players from both teams entered side by side.

[Manchester City came out with the usual 4-2-3-1 formation. Tevez was placed at the top, with Robinho and Sean Wright-Phillips on the left and right wings. Woo Ho-young was used as an attacking midfielder.]

[Contrary to fans’ expectations, David Silva did not play. [It looks like he hasn’t recovered physically yet.]

Meanwhile, Arsenal, which has built a 4-1-2-3 formation, has taken an offensive stance by deploying Fabregas and Nasri in attacking midfield.

The front three consisted of Arshavin, Chamak, and Walcott.

It was a formation to fill the void left by Van Persie, who was out due to injury.

and.

Beep!

As soon as the game started, Arsenal’s attackers rushed forward.

A customized tactic was about to be deployed against Woo Ho-young.