Football: Starting with managing Manchester United

"Beep-beep!"

When Zhang Yang heard the whistle to end the first half, he didn't provoke Alan Dupa anymore, but instead patted the players who were leaving the field.

He was very satisfied with the 45-minute match.

Although there are still many flaws, the merits outweigh the flaws. Whether it's the progress of Kante and Barry, the offensive organization, or N'Zogbia's breakthroughs, etc.

These things made him see Vera's potential.

In the footage, the Villa players were chatting and laughing, making Villa fans very happy.

Except for one person.

Grealish, the young man who dreamed of playing for Villa as a child, of scoring a goal in Villa Park, and of celebrating in front of the Ellis Stand.

I'm watching the game in the youth team's dormitory.

There were no cheers, no fans or teammates, only the desolate walls and the faint clamor from the distant stadium.

And him, watching others with envy from behind a screen.

He hasn't gone out drinking these days.

After training each day, I either stay in the dormitory or take a stroll along the Fazeli Canal.

Because he heard that Captain Barry used to do that.

So he followed Barry's example and walked slowly along the riverbank, enjoying the evening breeze.

At the same time, think carefully about what Zhang Yang said to him.

Come back when you learn to respect your teammates and football.

This is not a sentence that is easy for a nineteen-year-old to understand.

Because Grealish always believed that if you have enough talent and a good feel for the ball, you can do whatever you want.

But Zhang Yang told him.

To stand on the green field, you must first learn to respect.

So, Ronaldinho, that genius who played beautiful football and was adored by the whole world, wasn't he also doing whatever he wanted?

Why can he go to nightclubs, drink, and pick up girls?

A legendary player who can break the rules yet remains beloved by many?

Why is it that when it comes to me, everyone has to be obedient and bow their heads to admit their mistakes?

Grealish was still somewhat unconvinced.

The commentator on TV was praising Barry's goal, but Grealish was no longer listening.

......

The second half of the match between Aston Villa and Newcastle started on time.

Zhang Yang sat on the coach's bench and made some minor adjustments during halftime.

The main focus is on counter-attacking strategies against Newcastle.

He instructed his players to slow down the pace and try building a dense defensive line in midfield.

In layman's terms, it's like setting up a bus.

Zhang Yang needs to know exactly what state the team is in when they are playing full-force defense.

He saw it very soon.

The 4-2-3-1 formation is inherently balanced in both offense and defense.

Both Hutton and Ali Sissoko, the two full-backs, had a problem of going up and not coming back.

Now, with the formation compressed and the two wingers dropping back, the full-backs are in a more stable position, and Kanté and Casemiro are tirelessly sweeping and covering.

Zhang Yang glanced at Alan Dupa next door.

Old Deng made exaggerated movements with his hands and feet, seemingly urging the players to increase the physical contact.

"Shovel their legs!"

Zhang Yang heard this and couldn't help but frown.

It is well known that the English Premier League is highly competitive.

This is partly due to the history of the Premier League, and partly due to the standards of refereeing.

Kanté's ability to fight back is not bad.

boom!

Zhang Yang saw Musa Sissoko, a 187-centimeter-tall, 90-kilogram black man, overpower Kanter with an overwhelming advantage.

Kanté was almost powerless to resist.

Moreover, Newcastle seems to be addicted to physical confrontations, moving Moussa Sissoko to a different position.

They kept putting pressure on Kanté.

This indirectly makes the defense on the right flank less tight.

The match is in its 55th minute.

Moussa Sissoko doesn't watch football at all.

Even though he lost possession to Kanté, he was still shaken by Moussa Sissoko due to Kanté's slow passing, and he accidentally passed the ball to Newcastle's winger.

Newcastle fans immediately cheered in the away stands upon seeing this.

"Carbella has blown past Alissoko!"

Commentator Nolan Bach shouted excitedly, but Zhang Yang had the exact opposite feeling.

Oh shit.

Ali Sissoko was rejected by AC Milan because of dental problems that could lead to spinal cord and muscle issues.

Zhang Yang still remembers liking to use him in Pro Evolution Soccer 2011.

He truly lives up to his reputation as a prodigy; his overall rating reached 89 when he bought in, and several others reached 96.

Zhang Yang even benched Marcelo for this reason.

But games are games, and reality is reality; Ali Sissoko is not up to the task!

When Cabella crossed from the byline, he found his own tall striker Rivière.

Vlaar stepped forward.

As a traditional center-back, his playing style is very English, and at 189 cm tall, he excels in one-on-one defense.

However, like Maguire, his ability to help defend and turn around is not satisfactory.

Vlaar headed the ball first, boldly facing the goal.

However, his choice caused the ball to hit his own goalkeeper, Guzan.

Zhang Yang's heart clenched at the sight. Just as he was about to close his eyes, Gu Zan blocked the ball with both fists.

Casemiro, who followed in, quickly cleared the ball out of bounds with a long kick.

"That's fucking terrifying!"

Zhang Yang slapped his thigh hard.

Alain Dupa, who was standing not far from him, had prepared a celebratory gesture but had to reluctantly withdraw it.

on the field.

Vlaar, who was the captain of Aston Villa last season, scratched his head. Even his tendency to score own goals is similar to Maguire's.

Or perhaps it should be said that Maguire is like him.

But his high fighting spirit made him the captain of Villa shortly after the transfer.

This season, however, has been handed over to Barry.

Guzan was hugged tightly by Vlar, who kept saying, "Thank you! Thank you!"

He would have committed a crime if it weren't for Guzan.

"Ron, you also have to thank Carlos. If it weren't for his quick clearance, the opposing number 20 would have scored on the rebound."

Gu Zan smiled and suddenly said, "Why don't you introduce your sister to him?"

The Villa players all know this.

Vlaar comes from a sporting family; his mother, Margaret, was a handball player, and his father was an amateur football player.

He also has two younger sisters, Ellen and Lisa. Ellen is a gymnast, and Lisa is a volleyball player.

I've met Gu Zan.

They are all beautiful.

Furthermore, the two sisters have also achieved success in volleyball and gymnastics.

"No, no, no, I'm already married. It was just the month before last, before I came to Vera. I'll introduce you two when I have the chance."

Casemiro waved his hands and shook his head repeatedly.

His girlfriend, Anna Mariana, who is now his wife, is very good to him.

Mariana was born into a wealthy family in Brazil.

When they met, they were still unknown players who hadn't yet achieved any success.

Mariana, on the other hand, is highly educated and holds a bachelor's degree in business administration.

But she always supported herself.

Casemiro had no other ideas; even after he became famous, he firmly believed in one thing.

I will not change my mind.

"Okay, alright, we'll talk about that later. Let's focus on the game for now!"

Guzan nodded regretfully.