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Chapter 389 The well-behaved Royal Society, an inevitable defeat
Chapter 389 The well-behaved Royal Society, an inevitable defeat
The tenth round of the Premier League battle gradually came to an end on November 11.
Among them are Sheffield United, Arsenal, Manchester City and other teams who have continued to play strongly, as well as teams such as Liverpool, Chelsea, and Tottenham who have been frustrated.
Liverpool lost almost completely in the strong dialogue with Arsenal, losing 1-3, and also gave up their top four position in the league.
Because Chelsea grabbed enough points ahead, even though they were upset by the Magpies this round, they still ranked third in the league by virtue of their goal difference advantage over Tottenham.
Tottenham regrettably stopped their winning streak and failed to reach the top three in the league after being sniped by Everton.
However, they and Chelsea both accumulated [-] points after ten rounds, and they are only two points away from Arsenal, who are second in the league.
This points difference really cannot widen the gap. Arsenal has the advantage, but it is less than a win advantage. If you don't pay attention, you may be pulled down by other teams to the second place.
You know, now Liverpool from fifth in the league to Everton in seventh have all accumulated [-] points, and Southampton in eighth have also accumulated [-] points!
So at this stage, the top eight in the Premier League, except for Sheffield United, are completely in a state of chaos.
A victory or defeat may determine the order of four to five rankings, and the psychological pressure on the tyrants is also quite large.
Of course, when all the clubs set their sights on the No. [-] Sheffield United, apart from envy, jealousy and hatred, they can only sigh helplessly.
He won all ten games, accumulated 41 points, scored [-] goals and conceded only two goals.
It is really the first time in the history of the Premier League to be so perverted!
Just looking at the data, one can fully imagine how exaggerated and terrifying Sheffield United's dominance on the field is!
Arsenal, who are closest to them, are almost three wins away, and the goal difference has been stretched so that they can't see the tail gas.
At the beginning of the season, there was a fault-like gap with other teams. By the middle of the season and the end of the season, the fans really didn't know how outrageous statistics Sheffield United could get!
And when fans with good deeds posted the data of the offensive players of each team on the forum, the whole of England boiled again.
Boiling for the exaggerated data of the Sheffield United Trident!
Li Mo has 17 goals and 8 assists in ten league games!
Bell scored 7 goals and 7 assists!
Neymar scored 8 goals and 10 assists!
In addition to Bell's long rest time in the league, which resulted in none of the double figures in double figures, Li Mo and Neymar have already achieved double figures in one figure!
But even so, Bell is rushing to get 10+10 data before the fifteenth round of the league.
It is no exaggeration to say that the three of them got the data of other players for a whole season in ten rounds of the league!
Among them, Neymar's luxurious data shocked the eyes of many old Premier League fans.
Is there any abuse, yes, and the horse even played better than usual when playing against a few weak teams.
But the data is here. Even if some assists and goals are scored on weak teams, it is still possible to score them. Let other players try to score one?
As a "rookie" in the Premier League, Neymar's performance so far has exceeded the expectations of countless fans.
And when playing against strong teams, the Brazilian star's performance is not bad at all. It can be said that the shadow and foundation of becoming a superstar can be fully seen.
If you have to catch the shortcomings, the horse's current statistics in the Champions League are indeed a little "ugly".
After three Champions League group matches, Neymar only received one assist.
比起李默那逆天的8球1助攻，贝尔的1球4助攻，这仅仅1个助攻的确有点不够看。
But in the final analysis, Neymar has only entered Europe for the first season from the Brazilian league, and his worth in the Premier League is already amazing enough.
It is really difficult for others to have to demand outstanding performance in the Champions League.
In general, Premier League fans are far more tolerant of Neymar now than they were a few months ago.
After all, who would not like a handsome young technical player with cool skills~
As for Li Mo and Bell, the two superstars who have proven themselves, the Premier League fans are no strangers to it.
One is the current top scorer in the Champions League, and the other is the top assists. What else is there to comment on?
Just blow and you're done!
Just after the end of the tenth round of the Premier League is the fourth round of the Champions League group stage.
Sheffield United, which is in the limelight, is about to go to Spain to challenge the Real Sociedad they just defeated.
This Champions League event did not cause much waves in European football.
After all, Royal Sociedad has basically lost hope of qualifying, and there seems to be no suspense for Sheffield United to win, and the attention will naturally drop.
At least these fans who pay attention to Group A of the Champions League want to watch the rematch between Juventus and Leverkusen.
The two teams currently have one win, one draw and one loss with four points, and the goal difference cannot widen the gap. Naturally, they will try their best to do another game to determine the second position in the group.
A life-and-death battle is always better than a one-sided massacre.
So when Sheffield United set off on November 11, it was rare that they were not chased and intercepted by too many media.
The players of Speed and Sheffield United were happy and quiet.
After successfully arriving in the Basque Country of Spain, the Sheffield United team checked into the hotel in a low-key manner as always.
The local media were very interested in the arrival of Sheffield United, and sent many reporters to squat outside the hotel looking for interview opportunities.
The fans of Real Sociedad may also look away from the Champions League, but they didn't try to annoy Sheffield United at this juncture.
So things like mobbing and disturbing the players' rest did not happen.
As the evening approached, Sheffield United players took a bus to the Anoeta Stadium, home of the Royal Sociedad, to check out spots.
The beautiful sunset and exotic scenery along the way naturally attracted the interest of many Sheffield United players.
Everyone felt emotional again, Spain is indeed a tourist attraction in Europe, and the Basque Country is also near the sea. If they have enough time, they really want to go surfing the Mediterranean coast.
Joaquin deeply agrees with this.
He is quite comfortable in England, his children's schooling, his partner's job, and clubs are all well arranged.
This group of young Sheffield United players are cheerful and friendly, and the working environment is quite good.
Coupled with the generous bonuses and the many honorary awards that have already been obtained, Joaquin is really glad that he agreed to Speed's invitation back then.
The only thing that bothered him was the weather in England.
Especially in the north of England, when October comes, it is rainy and cold, which makes it difficult for him, a Spaniard, to get used to it.
It was a rare time to go back to Spain, and Joaquin felt refreshed instantly by being familiar with the mild climate here.
Of course, it would be even better if we could go back to Seville
There were no twists and turns in the pre-match preparations. The official website of Sheffield United released a wave of handsome photos of the players stepping on the field, which can be regarded as a welfare for Sheffield United supporters.
The Royal Society is also very low-key here, and the two sides waited peacefully until the next day's match day.
The fans of Real Sociedad took the idea of watching the team's Champions League game with one game less, and filled the Anoeta Stadium early in the evening of November 11th.
During the period, more than 5000 Sheffield United away fans were full of momentum, and they gave extremely enthusiastic cheers and applause when the Sheffield United players came out to warm up.
And in the goodbye after two weeks, the players of Real Sociedad seemed to have become a lot calmer.
In other words, it's not calm, it's a lot of low-key and restrained, without the aggressiveness and aggression before the first round.
If it is reflected in the game, it means that Alster's tactical arrangement has become very "practical".
The honest four-two-three-one came out, the combination of the double midfielder was solid and reliable, and Griezmann and Carlos Bella basically shrank to the positions of the two wings of the midfield, and no longer aggressively rushed forward to fight back.
However, the "goodwill" released by the Royal Society has not been rewarded accordingly.
Sheffield United is still playing steadily, neither underestimating the enemy because of Royal Sociedad's previous defeat, nor careless enough to think that they can control points at will.
When it is time to control the field, control the field, and when it is time to attack and attack, it will attack and attack fiercely, without giving Royal Sociedad any psychological opportunity to take advantage of.
Facing the weakest opponent in the group, Speed's tactical requirements and basic goals are beyond doubt.
If they meet Real Sociedad in the fifth or sixth round of the group stage, then Sheffield United can let go appropriately, use a full bench lineup, or even put some water on it.
But it is still in the stage of scoring points. Sheffield United will not let down their vigilance until they get [-] points to ensure that the group will qualify first.
So I can only blame Royal Sociedad for being unlucky.
Under the law of football where the weak prey on the strong, a little warmth is not worth mentioning in front of the interests of the Champions League.
Alster's battle for redemption was also doomed from the very beginning. His dismissal was unavoidable, and the failure of Royal Sociedad was also unavoidable.
Li Mo perfectly interpreted the tactical significance of the fulcrum center in just one half.
A direct assist and a response to the offense allowed Bell and Dembele to score successfully!
The score of 2-0 at halftime is not so "cruel".
But Sheffield United's control of the rhythm on the field completely made the Royal Sociedad fans feel "desperate".
The Spanish commentator called Drinkwater "England's best organizational midfielder" more than once!
The master level may not be considered, but the top frontier of the contemporary midfielder is enough.
At least the current Drinkwater is indeed worthy of the title of "the first midfielder with the British".
Paired with Dembele and Matic, it is appropriate for such a midfield trio to suppress Real Sociedad.
After Speed removed Matic and replaced Medel in the second half, and let the Chilean Bulls wreak havoc on the field, it was even more difficult for Griezmann and Carlos Bella to receive the calm passes from their teammates.
After the strangulation tactic is to steal the ball and counterattack quickly.
Bell and Li Mo took turns attacking the Royal Sociedad's defense, hitting the Royal Sociedad's defenders miserable.
In the No.603 minute of the second half, Mikel Gonzalez faced Li Mo's aggressive advance, but in desperation chose to put a shovel behind his back.
This is a sensitive foul on the edge of the penalty area, and the Royal Society is already tragic enough. Logically speaking, the referee on duty can consider not imposing the death penalty on the Royal Society.
But under the reminder of the line referee, the referee finally pointed to the penalty spot in the penalty area and blew the whistle!
At this moment, all hopes of Real Sociedad were dashed.
When Mikel Gonzalez got a yellow card, he lost his temper and went to the referee to appeal.
Li Mo had already stepped into the penalty area with one foot at that time, so it was understandable for the referee to blow a penalty. He also made the shovel action with a fluke mentality, and he was actually prepared in his heart.
But when the commentators expected Li Mo to score his ninth Champions League goal of the season, Li Mo turned the football and handed it to Neymar!
"Nene, you are the one to punish!"
Li Mo is still the same as usual, squinting and pinching Neymar's shoulder.
He knows that some people outside have recently said that Neymar's Champions League statistics are not good enough, saying that he can't fight tough battles.
Li Mo and other players of Sheffield United will not look at Neymar like this, and Neymar himself will not pay attention to those criticizing voices.
But in many cases, the harvest of a goal can often settle these public opinion troubles.
Neymar and Li Mo hugged each other tightly, and without saying anything, they nodded gratefully and walked firmly to the penalty spot holding the ball.
When the referee blew the whistle, Neymar ignored Bravo's small movement interference and began to run in small steps rhythmically.
The pause before kicking the ball successfully deceived Bravo's center of gravity, and Neymar then pushed the ball to the dead corner in the lower right corner of the goal!
The penalty kick was achieved overnight. After Neymar saw the football entering the net, he also ran to the bottom line with some excitement, and made a celebration gesture of shutting up and shutting up to the camera!
It seems that he is actually not as calm as he has shown during this time.
After all, it is the core of the new generation of the Brazilian national team and the pride and hope of hundreds of millions of citizens.
The pride in Neymar's heart also makes him necessarily want to do his best in all competitions.
Li Mo could understand his mood at the moment, stepped forward to wrap his arms around his shoulders, and made the same gesture of shutting up and shutting his mouth.
Bell and the other Sheffield United players who ran forward followed suit and fully expressed their support for Neymar.
Neymar, who is optimistic by nature, was also shy once in a while, and he was very moved.
Li Mo's concession and the support of his teammates also filled his heart with strength.
Perhaps it will take a long time for him to fully integrate into the collective of Sheffield United.
But with the appearance of such a scene like this moment, Neymar will become a real "Sheffield United" sooner or later.
"Like a lamp in the dark night, it illuminates the only way out of the darkness!"
"It was a great afternoon, you are my blood, you are my will of steel!"
"Whenever the stadium situation becomes critical!"
"Sheffield is calling"
When Sheffield United's team anthem was sung over the Anoeta Stadium, when Sheffield United fans sent Neymar their firm support in their own way.
Neymar pursed his lips tightly, and finally made a deep kiss on the team badge on his chest towards the direction of the fans of the visiting team.
"Glory to Sheffield!"
(End of this chapter)
The tenth round of the Premier League battle gradually came to an end on November 11.
Among them are Sheffield United, Arsenal, Manchester City and other teams who have continued to play strongly, as well as teams such as Liverpool, Chelsea, and Tottenham who have been frustrated.
Liverpool lost almost completely in the strong dialogue with Arsenal, losing 1-3, and also gave up their top four position in the league.
Because Chelsea grabbed enough points ahead, even though they were upset by the Magpies this round, they still ranked third in the league by virtue of their goal difference advantage over Tottenham.
Tottenham regrettably stopped their winning streak and failed to reach the top three in the league after being sniped by Everton.
However, they and Chelsea both accumulated [-] points after ten rounds, and they are only two points away from Arsenal, who are second in the league.
This points difference really cannot widen the gap. Arsenal has the advantage, but it is less than a win advantage. If you don't pay attention, you may be pulled down by other teams to the second place.
You know, now Liverpool from fifth in the league to Everton in seventh have all accumulated [-] points, and Southampton in eighth have also accumulated [-] points!
So at this stage, the top eight in the Premier League, except for Sheffield United, are completely in a state of chaos.
A victory or defeat may determine the order of four to five rankings, and the psychological pressure on the tyrants is also quite large.
Of course, when all the clubs set their sights on the No. [-] Sheffield United, apart from envy, jealousy and hatred, they can only sigh helplessly.
He won all ten games, accumulated 41 points, scored [-] goals and conceded only two goals.
It is really the first time in the history of the Premier League to be so perverted!
Just looking at the data, one can fully imagine how exaggerated and terrifying Sheffield United's dominance on the field is!
Arsenal, who are closest to them, are almost three wins away, and the goal difference has been stretched so that they can't see the tail gas.
At the beginning of the season, there was a fault-like gap with other teams. By the middle of the season and the end of the season, the fans really didn't know how outrageous statistics Sheffield United could get!
And when fans with good deeds posted the data of the offensive players of each team on the forum, the whole of England boiled again.
Boiling for the exaggerated data of the Sheffield United Trident!
Li Mo has 17 goals and 8 assists in ten league games!
Bell scored 7 goals and 7 assists!
Neymar scored 8 goals and 10 assists!
In addition to Bell's long rest time in the league, which resulted in none of the double figures in double figures, Li Mo and Neymar have already achieved double figures in one figure!
But even so, Bell is rushing to get 10+10 data before the fifteenth round of the league.
It is no exaggeration to say that the three of them got the data of other players for a whole season in ten rounds of the league!
Among them, Neymar's luxurious data shocked the eyes of many old Premier League fans.
Is there any abuse, yes, and the horse even played better than usual when playing against a few weak teams.
But the data is here. Even if some assists and goals are scored on weak teams, it is still possible to score them. Let other players try to score one?
As a "rookie" in the Premier League, Neymar's performance so far has exceeded the expectations of countless fans.
And when playing against strong teams, the Brazilian star's performance is not bad at all. It can be said that the shadow and foundation of becoming a superstar can be fully seen.
If you have to catch the shortcomings, the horse's current statistics in the Champions League are indeed a little "ugly".
After three Champions League group matches, Neymar only received one assist.
比起李默那逆天的8球1助攻，贝尔的1球4助攻，这仅仅1个助攻的确有点不够看。
But in the final analysis, Neymar has only entered Europe for the first season from the Brazilian league, and his worth in the Premier League is already amazing enough.
It is really difficult for others to have to demand outstanding performance in the Champions League.
In general, Premier League fans are far more tolerant of Neymar now than they were a few months ago.
After all, who would not like a handsome young technical player with cool skills~
As for Li Mo and Bell, the two superstars who have proven themselves, the Premier League fans are no strangers to it.
One is the current top scorer in the Champions League, and the other is the top assists. What else is there to comment on?
Just blow and you're done!
Just after the end of the tenth round of the Premier League is the fourth round of the Champions League group stage.
Sheffield United, which is in the limelight, is about to go to Spain to challenge the Real Sociedad they just defeated.
This Champions League event did not cause much waves in European football.
After all, Royal Sociedad has basically lost hope of qualifying, and there seems to be no suspense for Sheffield United to win, and the attention will naturally drop.
At least these fans who pay attention to Group A of the Champions League want to watch the rematch between Juventus and Leverkusen.
The two teams currently have one win, one draw and one loss with four points, and the goal difference cannot widen the gap. Naturally, they will try their best to do another game to determine the second position in the group.
A life-and-death battle is always better than a one-sided massacre.
So when Sheffield United set off on November 11, it was rare that they were not chased and intercepted by too many media.
The players of Speed and Sheffield United were happy and quiet.
After successfully arriving in the Basque Country of Spain, the Sheffield United team checked into the hotel in a low-key manner as always.
The local media were very interested in the arrival of Sheffield United, and sent many reporters to squat outside the hotel looking for interview opportunities.
The fans of Real Sociedad may also look away from the Champions League, but they didn't try to annoy Sheffield United at this juncture.
So things like mobbing and disturbing the players' rest did not happen.
As the evening approached, Sheffield United players took a bus to the Anoeta Stadium, home of the Royal Sociedad, to check out spots.
The beautiful sunset and exotic scenery along the way naturally attracted the interest of many Sheffield United players.
Everyone felt emotional again, Spain is indeed a tourist attraction in Europe, and the Basque Country is also near the sea. If they have enough time, they really want to go surfing the Mediterranean coast.
Joaquin deeply agrees with this.
He is quite comfortable in England, his children's schooling, his partner's job, and clubs are all well arranged.
This group of young Sheffield United players are cheerful and friendly, and the working environment is quite good.
Coupled with the generous bonuses and the many honorary awards that have already been obtained, Joaquin is really glad that he agreed to Speed's invitation back then.
The only thing that bothered him was the weather in England.
Especially in the north of England, when October comes, it is rainy and cold, which makes it difficult for him, a Spaniard, to get used to it.
It was a rare time to go back to Spain, and Joaquin felt refreshed instantly by being familiar with the mild climate here.
Of course, it would be even better if we could go back to Seville
There were no twists and turns in the pre-match preparations. The official website of Sheffield United released a wave of handsome photos of the players stepping on the field, which can be regarded as a welfare for Sheffield United supporters.
The Royal Society is also very low-key here, and the two sides waited peacefully until the next day's match day.
The fans of Real Sociedad took the idea of watching the team's Champions League game with one game less, and filled the Anoeta Stadium early in the evening of November 11th.
During the period, more than 5000 Sheffield United away fans were full of momentum, and they gave extremely enthusiastic cheers and applause when the Sheffield United players came out to warm up.
And in the goodbye after two weeks, the players of Real Sociedad seemed to have become a lot calmer.
In other words, it's not calm, it's a lot of low-key and restrained, without the aggressiveness and aggression before the first round.
If it is reflected in the game, it means that Alster's tactical arrangement has become very "practical".
The honest four-two-three-one came out, the combination of the double midfielder was solid and reliable, and Griezmann and Carlos Bella basically shrank to the positions of the two wings of the midfield, and no longer aggressively rushed forward to fight back.
However, the "goodwill" released by the Royal Society has not been rewarded accordingly.
Sheffield United is still playing steadily, neither underestimating the enemy because of Royal Sociedad's previous defeat, nor careless enough to think that they can control points at will.
When it is time to control the field, control the field, and when it is time to attack and attack, it will attack and attack fiercely, without giving Royal Sociedad any psychological opportunity to take advantage of.
Facing the weakest opponent in the group, Speed's tactical requirements and basic goals are beyond doubt.
If they meet Real Sociedad in the fifth or sixth round of the group stage, then Sheffield United can let go appropriately, use a full bench lineup, or even put some water on it.
But it is still in the stage of scoring points. Sheffield United will not let down their vigilance until they get [-] points to ensure that the group will qualify first.
So I can only blame Royal Sociedad for being unlucky.
Under the law of football where the weak prey on the strong, a little warmth is not worth mentioning in front of the interests of the Champions League.
Alster's battle for redemption was also doomed from the very beginning. His dismissal was unavoidable, and the failure of Royal Sociedad was also unavoidable.
Li Mo perfectly interpreted the tactical significance of the fulcrum center in just one half.
A direct assist and a response to the offense allowed Bell and Dembele to score successfully!
The score of 2-0 at halftime is not so "cruel".
But Sheffield United's control of the rhythm on the field completely made the Royal Sociedad fans feel "desperate".
The Spanish commentator called Drinkwater "England's best organizational midfielder" more than once!
The master level may not be considered, but the top frontier of the contemporary midfielder is enough.
At least the current Drinkwater is indeed worthy of the title of "the first midfielder with the British".
Paired with Dembele and Matic, it is appropriate for such a midfield trio to suppress Real Sociedad.
After Speed removed Matic and replaced Medel in the second half, and let the Chilean Bulls wreak havoc on the field, it was even more difficult for Griezmann and Carlos Bella to receive the calm passes from their teammates.
After the strangulation tactic is to steal the ball and counterattack quickly.
Bell and Li Mo took turns attacking the Royal Sociedad's defense, hitting the Royal Sociedad's defenders miserable.
In the No.603 minute of the second half, Mikel Gonzalez faced Li Mo's aggressive advance, but in desperation chose to put a shovel behind his back.
This is a sensitive foul on the edge of the penalty area, and the Royal Society is already tragic enough. Logically speaking, the referee on duty can consider not imposing the death penalty on the Royal Society.
But under the reminder of the line referee, the referee finally pointed to the penalty spot in the penalty area and blew the whistle!
At this moment, all hopes of Real Sociedad were dashed.
When Mikel Gonzalez got a yellow card, he lost his temper and went to the referee to appeal.
Li Mo had already stepped into the penalty area with one foot at that time, so it was understandable for the referee to blow a penalty. He also made the shovel action with a fluke mentality, and he was actually prepared in his heart.
But when the commentators expected Li Mo to score his ninth Champions League goal of the season, Li Mo turned the football and handed it to Neymar!
"Nene, you are the one to punish!"
Li Mo is still the same as usual, squinting and pinching Neymar's shoulder.
He knows that some people outside have recently said that Neymar's Champions League statistics are not good enough, saying that he can't fight tough battles.
Li Mo and other players of Sheffield United will not look at Neymar like this, and Neymar himself will not pay attention to those criticizing voices.
But in many cases, the harvest of a goal can often settle these public opinion troubles.
Neymar and Li Mo hugged each other tightly, and without saying anything, they nodded gratefully and walked firmly to the penalty spot holding the ball.
When the referee blew the whistle, Neymar ignored Bravo's small movement interference and began to run in small steps rhythmically.
The pause before kicking the ball successfully deceived Bravo's center of gravity, and Neymar then pushed the ball to the dead corner in the lower right corner of the goal!
The penalty kick was achieved overnight. After Neymar saw the football entering the net, he also ran to the bottom line with some excitement, and made a celebration gesture of shutting up and shutting up to the camera!
It seems that he is actually not as calm as he has shown during this time.
After all, it is the core of the new generation of the Brazilian national team and the pride and hope of hundreds of millions of citizens.
The pride in Neymar's heart also makes him necessarily want to do his best in all competitions.
Li Mo could understand his mood at the moment, stepped forward to wrap his arms around his shoulders, and made the same gesture of shutting up and shutting his mouth.
Bell and the other Sheffield United players who ran forward followed suit and fully expressed their support for Neymar.
Neymar, who is optimistic by nature, was also shy once in a while, and he was very moved.
Li Mo's concession and the support of his teammates also filled his heart with strength.
Perhaps it will take a long time for him to fully integrate into the collective of Sheffield United.
But with the appearance of such a scene like this moment, Neymar will become a real "Sheffield United" sooner or later.
"Like a lamp in the dark night, it illuminates the only way out of the darkness!"
"It was a great afternoon, you are my blood, you are my will of steel!"
"Whenever the stadium situation becomes critical!"
"Sheffield is calling"
When Sheffield United's team anthem was sung over the Anoeta Stadium, when Sheffield United fans sent Neymar their firm support in their own way.
Neymar pursed his lips tightly, and finally made a deep kiss on the team badge on his chest towards the direction of the fans of the visiting team.
"Glory to Sheffield!"
(End of this chapter)
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