Chapter 18 The little lion who turns enemies into friends, the low-key and versatile little prince

Author: The first foodie in darkness

Chapter 18 The little lion who turns enemies into friends, the low-key and versatile little prince

Two games of 2-0, two consecutive wins at the beginning of the league. Even though the score and the scene are not too "amazing", Real Madrid fans have initially recognized and accepted the "Muslim-style Real Madrid".

Anyway, as long as you can win and win steadily, you can tolerate temporary dissatisfaction in the situation.

Within the Real Madrid team, the two victories also made the players increasingly recognize Mourinho's coaching ability.

At least in this round of the league, Mourinho's decisive adjustments at halftime made Real Madrid's stars very satisfied.

It's not that they have a problem with Khedira being replaced and someone dead.

But if you haven't integrated well into the team yet, if you can't meet the tactical requirements, you won't be able to perform well.

At this stage, Li Ang is the defensive midfielder who is more suitable to partner with Alonso, let alone nonsense like everyone privately has a better impression of the little lion.

The most fundamental reason is that everyone feels more comfortable and at ease when Li Ang plays.

If Khedira is willing to defend steadfastly later and he does a better job than Li Ang, then everyone can quickly accept the fact that Khedira regains the main position.

This is professional football, and everyone is a professional player. They rely on their skills to get to the top, and that's how it should be.

After this round of league games ends, the players of Real Madrid's first team will have no holidays.

After a solid night's rest, the Real Madrid first team resumed daily training on the afternoon of September 12th.

Because in four days, they will usher in the first round of the new season's Champions League group stage at home.

The opponent is Ajax, which is not strong, but not weak either. Real Madrid has the convenience of playing at home, but they still have to strive for a complete victory and a good start in the new season of the Champions League.

After the training session on the afternoon of the 12th, Mourinho patiently waited for Li Ang to finish practicing under the guidance of Alonso, and then called Li Ang to his office again.

Except for themselves, no one knows what content and topics the two of them talked about for nearly an hour.

But in the training session on the morning of September 13, Li Ang once again put on the vest of the substitutes and formed a new midfield combination with Gago and Granero for running-in exercises.

"Is the deal broken down?"

Similar question marks appear in the minds of many Real Madrid first-team players.

Ronaldo even asked Li Ang about the specific situation during a break in training.

But Li Ang's mood was very calm and nothing was wrong at all, which in turn made Ronaldo feel at ease.

Alonso didn't ask much. It wasn't until the afternoon training session was over and he took Li Ang to complete daily additional training that he said, "Call me if you need anything."

People like Brother Long who were unwilling to get involved in the turmoil in the locker room now spoke up, and Li Ang was really moved.

But there was indeed no problem between him and Mourinho.

On the contrary, the reason why he practiced more with Gago and others today was actually because he took the initiative to make a request to Mourinho.

The reason is also very simple. He wants to further hone his ability to organize the ball.

Compared with Alonso, the all-around playmaker, Gago and Granero, who currently have more flaws in various aspects, are naturally better training partners for Leon.

Li Ang told Alonso all the reasons for this, and Brother Long looked weird after hearing it.

I can understand it, but why does it sound so weird?

Because I am too strong, my apprentice feels that it is too easy to train with me as a partner, so he has to learn from me and solve his problems while practicing with other midfielders.

Hmm. It makes sense.

Although I don’t know if Gago and Granero will have the urge to beat this brat after knowing Li Ang’s true thoughts.

But Alonso himself feels a little comfortable~

"Don't just focus on saying good things every day. Just feel confident in your own mind. If you have anything you don't understand, please feel free to contact me. You have to put your mind to learning about organizing offense and constantly review the game. But

Our defensive skills must not be left behind.”

Finally, after giving Li Ang a few more words, Alonso left the training base with satisfaction.

The next two days of training were basically the same.

When Leon partners with Gago and Granero, or even with Canales, he will get many opportunities to organize with the ball.

Because these players obviously can't do what Alonso can do when he plays as a single defensive midfielder and can capture the organization's defense.

If you are not capable enough, you will naturally have to ask your teammates around you to help share some of the organizational pressure.

Li Ang is not greedy for more and is very satisfied with his current status as "organizational assistant".

Assist in sorting out passes, protecting and transferring the ball, and assisting central defenders in breaking the opponent's high-pressure press.

These are the main things he practices. Now if he is asked to wash dirty balls or even advance with the ball, he can't do it.

Therefore, Li Ang's performance is still the same as before, very stable.

Because he will not easily try organizational skills that he has not yet begun to learn.

And add some fine-tuned "identity" to the main position of deep-lying defense.

For example, assisting the core organizer to organize the ball and coordinate transfers will not affect the good relationship between Real Madrid's other midfielders and Li Ang.

He still doesn't take the ball.

Let me ask you if you want a defensive midfielder partner who doesn't need the ball very much, but can always wipe your ass, allowing you to organize and even attack forward with confidence!

Not to mention Gago and Granero, when Mourinho tried to use Alonso, Leon and Khedira to play together in the first team after a training match.

The way Khedira looked at Li Ang was wrong.

From being slightly wary to gradually showing kindness, it only takes one training match.

Although my face brother likes to go forward and covers a large area, he has no outstanding role. He has good running awareness but often steals the positions and opportunities of the forwards.

but!

When there are two defensive midfielders behind him to help him wipe his butt, allowing him to devote himself to attacking forward and returning to defense for sweeps, his B2B attributes are benignly "amplified".

It can be said that in this training match with Leon and Alonso, Khedira finally played his best performance since joining Real Madrid!

So much so that Mourinho had to doubt his vision of the midfielder.

A simple position premise, Khedira was not forced to stay in the backcourt, but he greatly helped his team on both offense and defense.

Although his shooting skills are not very good, he can always get to the right position and help other offensive players successfully disrupt the opponent's defense.

The defensive level is average, but with his large area coverage, Li Ang can also devote more energy to blocking interceptions.

Alonso is also relaxed. With Khedira in front and Li Ang behind him for defensive protection, he can comfortably organize the attack and assist Li Ang in defense.

It's as if a whole new tactical door has been opened.

Mourinho and Karanka had to work overtime at the base with other members of the coaching team on the eve of the Champions League game.

And all the Real Madrid stars looked at Li Ang with more kindness and curiosity.

This is not a simple defensive midfielder. He is a versatile little prince who has "matched" his competitors and head coach!

Awesome, really awesome.
Chapter completed!