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Chapter 267
Xia Xing's precise pass found Van Persie!

Van Persie hits the goal with a header!
The ball was punched out by the old Brazilian goalkeeper Cesar!

Leicester City missed a good opportunity to grab points in the opening game!
But even so, the Leicester City fans in the stands still cheered and applauded.

Facing the Portuguese Super League giants, Leicester City can play this kind of momentum, and it is still in the away game, it is really not easy.

In the next period of time, Leicester City also completely took the initiative.

Cambiasso and Kanter took on defensive tasks, while Xia Xing and Mahrez flew on both wings.

Vardy and Van Persie on the front line are extremely active.

The two full-backs, Fox and Simpson, also repeatedly advanced and assisted.

In the 7th minute of the game, Mahrez passed three people in a row on the right and shot a long shot in front of the penalty area!
The ball slides out!

Only a little short!

In the 14th minute of the game, Kanter tackled the ball in the middle, and the ball was taken by Vardy who retreated to respond.

He strikes decisively!
Xia Xing once again used his speed to break through the defense!

A diagonal pass into the restricted area!

Van Persie pushes calmly!
The ball was blocked by the opponent's goalkeeper Louison, and was cleared by Cesar!

In the live broadcast room, Alan Shearer praised excitedly.

"Excellent passing and shooting!

"Just 15 minutes into the game, Leicester had three shots!

"And both pose a threat to Benfica!

"Those who say Leicester City 'can only play in the Premier League',
"Look now,

"Even against the Portuguese giants, they are still very strong!

"Leicester City may usher in their first Champions League victory in this game!"

Listening to Alan Shearer's praise, Carragher next to him frowned: "Although Leicester City has been attacking in this game, I always feel..."

Alan Shearer frowned: "What do you mean? This is a game between the Premier League and the Portuguese Super League. Don't talk nonsense like you did in China."

Carragher was speechless: "What is this all about? I'm not the same as in China, deliberately..."

Alan Shearer: "What did you say?"

Carragher: "No, no, I mean it's not the same as in China, harsh."

Alan Shearer pouted.

Carragher quickly explained.

"I mean, Leicester City have the upper hand right now, but it's not safe.

"After all, they haven't scored yet, have they?

"Although the few shots just now were threatening, Benfica's defensive front is very stable.

"It didn't reveal any defensive holes.

"In this case, it's hard to say what the next game will be like.

"I think Leicester City has no experience in the Champions League after all, so it's better to be safe..."

Alan Shearer glanced at Carragher: "I think you're just used to it."

Carragher no longer explained, he frowned and looked in the direction of the court.

As a veteran player in the Premier League, he naturally hopes that the Premier League team can win.

But the current Leicester City is indeed a bit too radical...

In fact, not only Carragher discovered the problem, but Ranieri on the sidelines also discovered the problem.

The team got a little aggressive.

Facing Benfica, they naturally look forward to scoring goals as soon as possible.

However, they were obviously in a hurry.

Especially during the opening period, the offense in the midfield was fierce.

Although it is quite effective, after all, there has been no goal.

The frequent forward insertion of the two sides actually has a great risk.

If the opponent slows down and attacks from the side, then Leicester City will be in danger.

Kanter is okay, Cambiasso's running and speed are not strong points.

Shakespeare also asked in a low voice: "Do you want to remind the players to be more careful?"

Ranieri shook his head: "Don't remind them, let them play according to the rhythm."

"But what if the ball is lost?"

"If you concede the ball, it will be regarded as gaining experience."

"This……"

Shakespeare hesitated for a moment, but finally said nothing.

Compared with the previous Pearson, Ranieri is a bit soft...

In fact, Shakespeare didn't know what Ranieri was thinking.

The Italian coach can see that the team's fierce attack is definitely related to Xia Xing's aggressive organization and passing.

After all, the opponent's lineup does not have too many big-name stars, and the team's strength is relatively balanced.

So Xia Xing obviously wanted to grab the opening.

And before the game, Xia Xing once told him that he believed that the two teams were of similar strength, and whoever scored first would win.

So Xia Xing is playing at his own pace now.

If he interferes at this time, it will definitely affect Xia Xing's rhythm.

For this [-]-[-] situation, neither offense nor defense is wrong.

But if he forcibly ordered the defense, then Xia Xing might lose the opportunity to try his own tactics.

Forget it, let him handle it.

Even if it is conceded or even lost, it is reasonable.

It should also be used as an experience gain for the team.

At this time the game has come to 20 minutes, Xia Xing made another wonderful cross.

Vardy succeeded in anti-offside, and Cesar fell to the ground and firmly hugged him with a push.

Seeing that the goal was lost, the England striker kicked the turf hard in anger.

This old Brazilian goalkeeper is still so fierce!

Cesar is 37 years old this year. As the absolute goalkeeper of the former Brazil and Inter Milan, he is absolutely world-class at his peak.

Even though he is old now, since joining Benfica last year, he has quickly become the team's defensive thigh.

In this game, there were many wonderful saves.

In this team, he is definitely the biggest star.

And not only defensive ability, but also the ability to see the game!

Cesar, who was holding the ball, did not stop on the ground. He got up quickly and found that there was a huge gap on the wing of Leicester City!

Without hesitation, Bigfoot kicks off!
The ball went straight to the right of Leicester City!
At this time Mahrez stepped forward to respond, and has lost his position!

Benfica No. [-] midfielder Gaitan sprints quickly and catches the ball steadily!
Facing Simpson, he struck decisively!
Taliska receives the ball in the middle!

Mitroglu and Jonas on the front line sprinted quickly and ran out of the gap!
This wave of fast breaks made Leicester City's midfield very embarrassed!
There was confusion in the defensive player's movement!
Cambiasso tries to defend the angle, but he is alone!
By the time Kanter came over to defend him, it was too late!

The 21-year-old midfielder Talisca made some adjustments, he did not choose to pass the ball!

Directly, kick and volley!
The angle of a curve ball is tricky!

Straight to the far corner of the goal!

Schmeichel took off hard!

Open your left palm!

But still can't touch the ball!
The ball sticks to the gap between the fingertips and the goal post, and goes straight into the net!
The commentator of Portugal Sports TV cheered excitedly!
"The ball went in!

"1 to 0!

"Benfica scored!
"The Portuguese super giants broke the deadlock!

"Young Champions League rookie Leicester conceded a goal!
"They paid the price for their childishness!"

(End of this chapter)