Chapter 2160 - 556: No Tactics, All Talent
"Hahaha, the next generation in Japan is physically weaker because of this idiot Huang Kaiwen, that’s killing me."
The forums are buzzing with conversation.
The players from both sides have already followed the referee team out of the tunnel.
"In the last round, Bruche’s misjudgment gave Chelsea an extra goal. Today’s main referee has been changed to Cüneyt Çakır from Turkey."
"Interestingly, Cüneyt Çakır’s main profession is an insurance manager. The UK media joked before the game that he should recommend an insurance policy to Cech. There are several goalkeepers who have had psychological problems facing Huang Kaiwen."
"Yes, today Ramos is back, Nesta has recovered, and Messi is fit again. AC Milan’s strength has increased by more than one level, but today AC Milan still gave us quite a surprise."
"Right, let’s first take a look at the starting lineup for both sides."
Chelsea 433 with double defensive midfielders:
Goalkeeper: Cech,
Defenders: Ashley Cole, Gary Cahill, Terry, Essien,
Midfielders: Mikel, Modric, Mereiles,
Forwards: Bale, Drogba, Mata.
AC Milan 433 with a single defensive midfielder:
Goalkeeper: Buffon,
Defenders: Zambrotta, Nesta, Thiago Silva, Ramos,
Midfielders: Van Bommel, Rakitic, Ambrosini,
Forwards: Huang Kaiwen, Kaka, Messi.
"Chelsea once again let Essien play as a makeshift full-back, it feels like we’re back to the Mourinho era."
"Yes, apart from the full-back position, Huntelaar, who started the last game, has been replaced by Mata. Mata is a player from the Real Madrid youth academy and had joined AC Milan before transferring to Chelsea."
"Today, AC Milan’s starting lineup really gave us a huge surprise. Besides Ambrosini starting, putting the recovered Kaka in the forward line makes me think of Barça’s ’false 9’ formation. While other positions are uncertain, I dare say that letting Kaka play as a forward must be Guardiola’s idea."
"AC Milan has so many top strikers, yet they let Kaka start. We can’t really say how effective this arrangement will be; it has to be tested in the game."
In the stands, Capello, in a purple robe, attracted the attention of nearby fans.
But Capello was completely unaffected by it.
Being at peace with the natural order, he couldn’t care less about others’ glances.
However, upon seeing Milan’s starting lineup, the corner of his mouth couldn’t help but curve into a sneer.
With Kevin on the team, there’s no need to add unnecessary players; he truly looks down on Guardiola.
If it were up to him, he would specifically place a good passing midfielder in front, and throw in any forward as a pivot.
At 7:45 PM, referee Çakır blew the whistle to start the match.
Chelsea, having lost the coin toss, could only kick off first.
Because Huang Kaiwen chose to take Chelsea’s usual half of the field first.
Huang Kaiwen wouldn’t hold back in this aspect.
Drogba passed the ball directly to the right.
Mata received the ball and sprinted forward rapidly.
Before Huang Kaiwen could press, Mata had already turned and made a sideways pass.
While dribbling, Mata had already decided how he would handle it.
Drogba received the ball again, and Rakitic rushed up to cooperate with Kaka in pressing, but Drogba’s physical prowess was evident, and by just backing and leaning, he made it hard for Milan players to touch the ball.
Modric, who came up, received a pass from Drogba and immediately played it wide to Bale.
Messi still wanted to track back.
But before he could move, Ramos rushed in with a sliding tackle, sending the ball out of bounds.
"Wow, Ramos is really decisive, giving no chance for Bale to sprint."
"Chelsea’s most impactful player is indeed Bale. If they can contain Bale, Chelsea’s threat will decrease significantly. The combination of Ashley Cole and Bale is quite lethal."
Ashley Cole came up ready to throw in the ball.
But the Chelsea half was packed with players.
Messi wanted to return to the half but Huang Kaiwen coaxed him away.
The so-called ’Ball King’ has the attitude, but his defensive ability is just so-so.
Better to stay upfront for counterattacks.
With too many people nearby, Ashley Cole stepped back and flung the ball hard towards the center circle.
Messi rushed to press and the ball, controlled by Cahill, was quickly flicked forward.
Standing on the edge of the big penalty area, Mikel lifted his leg to trap the ball, but Huang Kaiwen directly jostled up.
This African Zidane’s skill and ability to protect the ball were significantly inferior, and he struggled to maintain possession under Huang Kaiwen’s pressure.
The two tussled their way into the penalty area, where Huang Kaiwen, positioned advantageously, took control of the ball.
Huang Kaiwen used his left foot to pull the ball to the wing, and despite Mikel’s attempts to tackle with both feet and hands, Huang Kaiwen’s balance was impressive, making it hard for him to lose his ground.
Ronaldo’s speed was already quite fast, with explosive power.
After enhancements and with all of Huang Kaiwen’s talents, especially on the left wing,
After just accelerating, Huang Kaiwen left Mikel two body lengths behind.
Even at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea fans familiar with Huang Kaiwen’s style were quite shocked.
That was less than a meter’s distance, yet how did Mikel fall half a meter behind?
Such terrifying explosiveness left them astonished.
It wasn’t even a contest at the same level.
Bear in mind that Mikel’s physicality was already impressive, yet he was nothing compared to Huang Kaiwen.
While dribbling, Huang Kaiwen was observing, and seeing that no one was near Van Bommel, he swiftly slanted a pass during his run.