Chapter 377 Gradually getting better
The ball came to Arsenal's feet, and Li Shou passed the ball to Monreal, who gave it to Ramsey, and then Ramsey passed it to Cassolla.
Arsenal is no longer what it used to be. The beatings in recent years have made Wenger realize a reality. Arsenal's current lineup has no future in playing offensive football.
Li Shou's arrival gave Wenger a chance to change, and Li Shou also told Wenger with one clean sheet after another that his change was correct.
Arsenal is not in a hurry to attack. Not to mention that Arsenal's tactics are headed by defensive counterattacks, Arsenal players' mentality is not suitable for Barcelona's attack at the beginning.
Barcelona is not only strong but also rich in experience. What about Arsenal? This is the first time the whole team plays the Champions League final, and before the game, it was so nervous that it needed to be solved.
Arsenal is much better than before now. As the game goes on, Arsenal players' mentality will get better and better, because they will find that the Champions League final is actually no different from ordinary games, so they can play whatever they should. And when players gradually focus their attention on the game, they will no longer consider the so-called finals.
Although Arsenal's attack did not make a shot in the end, it took nearly three minutes. In the fifth minute, Sanchez's pass was intercepted and Barcelona immediately launched a fast attack.
Mascherano passed the ball to Messi, who transferred the ball to Alba's feet, and the latter passed the ball to Neymar with another kick.
After getting the ball, the Brazilian attacked Arsenal's penalty area again, but this time Neymar did not choose to come by himself, but instead attracted Arsenal defensive players to pass to Iniesta who was forward.
The former Xiaobai has become Laobai. Iniesta is the only player to receive twice applause at the Bernabeu, and the second time is in the league that just ended.
Iniesta rushed to Arsenal's penalty area with the ball. In order to intercept Iniesta, Arsenal's defense showed a fatal loophole. At this time, Rakitic had already rushed into Arsenal's penalty area in the middle.
"The open space~~~ Arsenal's defense was torn apart, and Rakitic's position was completely empty." As a top midfielder in the world football world, how could Iniesta miss this opportunity?
With a diagonal pass, the ball rolled from the left side of the penalty area into the penalty area and rolled in front of Rakitic. Iniesta's pass was just right, and Rakitic didn't need to make any adjustments.
"Opportunity~~~Barcelona's great opportunity" kicked an open space in the penalty area, which can be said to be a very good opportunity.
"No~~~ Lee" But don't forget who the person standing in front of Arsenal's goal is.
"Rakitic's shot is wonderful, but Lee's save is even more exciting." Rakitic, who was open, had enough time to choose an angle, but Li Shou's accurate prediction and excellent reaction made Rakitic's almost certain shot return without success.
"This is Lee. As long as he is still standing in front of Arsenal's goal, no one can break through Arsenal's goal," Andy Gray said with an excited look on his face.
"I thought we were going to lose the ball," Paul Merson said with a look of fear.
"Well, I'm different. I firmly believe that Lee can block Rakitic's shot." In this final, Sky Sports not only sent Andy Gray and Paul Merson, the regular pair, but Arsenal's former King Henry also appeared in the commentary seat again.
"Hey~~ Andy, I don't know who was the first to jump up," Paul Merson exposes it immediately.
Henry has also played for Barcelona, but if he really wants to have a relationship, Henry must still be on the side of Arsenal. After all, he was once the king in Arsenal, and transferring to Barcelona is more just to realize his Champions League dream.
Barcelona's attack was not over yet. Iniesta took a corner kick, and the ball was cleared by Mertesac, and the Arsenal captain beat Pique in this competition.
But the cleared ball was still at the Barcelona player's feet. Brazilian Neymar, who immediately took the ball and shot, and the ball flew into the Arsenal penalty area.
"Handball~~~" The ball did not really fly to Arsenal's goal, but was blocked by Arsenal players before the goal. Bellerin and Neymar shot and hit Bellerin's arm.
For a moment, Barcelona was in a hurry, and Barcelona fans also shouted a penalty kick in the stands, but unfortunately, the referee did not award a penalty to Barcelona.
"Cargill, this Turkish referee made a very fair judgment." The referee, known as the "English nemesis", ignored the Barcelona player who rushed towards him and firmly stated that this was not a penalty kick, because in the face of Neymar's shot, Bellerin did not have any move to reach out and block the ball.
Seeing Cahill's judgment, Bellerin finally breathed a sigh of relief. When the ball hit his arm, Bellerin was completely confused. He only had one thought in his mind that he would become the team's sinner.
"Li, thank you." Bellelin, who breathed a sigh of relief, thanked Li Shou. When Bellelin was worried that he would become a sinner, Li Shou comforted him.
Li Shouwei? Of course not. After Barcelona rushed towards Cargill, the Arsenal player rushed over. In this case, Li Shou couldn't get in even if he wanted to find the referee. It would be better to comfort his teammates. After all, if he really wanted to be awarded a penalty, the most uncomfortable thing should be Bellerin.
Even with Bellerin's age and mentality, he may completely collapse. This is a Champions League final and the game that determines the Champions League championship.
"Did this Turkish referee find his conscience?" Although the referee did not award a penalty, England's resentment towards Cargill was extremely deep.
But no matter what, this is news for Arsenal. Although Li Shou has confidence in himself and he still has the ability to save penalties 100%, it comes at a price.
In fact, for Li Shou, that little price is nothing. It seems like a lot to reduce the full attribute by 1, but with Li Shou's current attributes, the impact will not be too great.
In the eleventh minute, Arsenal finally completed the first shot of the game. Cazorla made a long pass over the top, and Giroud headed the ball back to Ramsey on the field.
The latter immediately sent a diagonal pass to the front of Barcelona's penalty area. Griezmann arrived. Although Alves followed closely behind, Griezmann still completed the shot.
Of course, the result of a forced shot will definitely not be very good. The ball is directly above the crossbar, but Arsenal's attack is not over yet, and Ter Stegen's shot was pushed by Coquelin.
Chapter completed!