Chapter 41 The Great Opportunity
While most of the players in Sao Paulo were not in the game, Lu Feng and Jill took turns to attack Leonardo's defense. After the two got the ball, they either went straight to the goal, but went straight to Leonardo.
Within the opening ten minutes of the game, Santos was attacking most of the time because of the absence of the Sao Paulo player. Santos' offense was basically handed over to Lu Feng and Jill, who were only aimed at Leonardo.
Although Leonardo successfully defended Lu Feng and Jill every time, every defense would cost Leonardo countless physical strength. Although he had only played for less than ten minutes in today's game, Leonardo was already breathing heavily, and he was even more tired than usual to play halftime.
Collins, who was standing beside him, couldn't help but ask with concern when he saw the captain's tired look.
"Captain, is it okay? Do you need my help?"
Leonardo looked at Corinth's concerned gaze and sighed in his heart that he was still old, and even his teammates thought he was old. If no one had said anything to help a few years ago, it would be great to be young. Leonardo's eyes looked at Lu Feng and Jill.
How young they are and full of energy. When they are at their age, they are also full of energy and there is no problem playing all over the game. They even have the energy to participate in the offense at the end of the game. But now, they seem to be really old, are you considering retirement at the end of the season?
Anyway, the contract has expired this year, and although the team is still willing to renew the contract with it, it is, according to its current state, it will gradually become a substitute. Forget it, give young people some opportunities. My physical condition is indeed no longer suitable to continue participating in such high-intensity competitions.
Lu Feng would never know, because his and Jill's successive impact made the old captain of St. Paul Leonardo think of retirement. If Lu Feng knew, he would probably feel a little guilty. But even if Lu Feng knew, he would still continue to target Leonardo. Because this is a task assigned by the coach and can help the team win.
Off the field, Curry kept staring at Leonardo's situation. When he saw Leonardo clearing again, he bent over and looked tired, Curry smiled.
"It seems that our targeted tactics have been successful, and he can't stand it."
When Pedro saw Leonardo's appearance, he couldn't bear to sigh.
"The captain of Brazil, the captain of Sao Paulo, the former world's number one central defender, is still old and time is unforgivable."
"Haha." Curry patted Pedro on the shoulder. "Leonardo can't hold it back immediately. Let the players add more fire to see if our friend Costa, who doesn't like to substitution, will replace him."
"I'm afraid it's a bit difficult." Pedro shook his head. "Leonardo's status in Sao Paulo should be higher than Costa. He dared not replace the captain rashly."
"Then he's waiting to lose." Curry also shook his head. He couldn't figure out why a head coach could tolerate a player with more say in the locker room than himself. If it were him, he wouldn't be able to accept it anyway.
Curry waved his hand and signaled the players to continue to press and maintain offensive pressure.
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As the game went on, Sao Paulo's players gradually entered the game and began to organize attacks. Santos did not dare to push the attack so unscrupulously, and Leonardo also gained a certain amount of breathing time.
Lu Feng looked at Leonardo not far away and felt a little regretful. With a little more time, he could completely defeat the opponent. Unfortunately, with the team's defensive pressure increasing, the midfielder did not support him enough, otherwise the goal would not be far away.
The core of Sao Paulo's offensive is Bemi. In this game, Curry gave Bemi a "bodyguard" Valazula, who wanted to limit Bemi's offensive organizational ability. Bemi, who discovered this, taught the ball more to his teammates, letting his teammates organize the offense and attract the attention of Santos defensive players.
In the 14th minute, Bemi used his outstanding personal skills to pass Valazula with a pretty fake move, and found Nignho who was wandering on the Santos back line with a precise straight pass.
After receiving the ball, Ninho sprinted quickly, threw away Alex on the side with speed, and rushed straight into the penalty area.
Fortunately, Gulijeff reacted quickly and attacked in time, blocking Ninho's shot with his body, preventing Santos from losing the city gate.
Sao Paulo's attack scared Santos and others in a cold sweat. If Gulijeff's reaction was slower for a second and did not attack in time, Ninho, who had obtained a one-on-one opportunity, might have already broken through Santos' goal.
While being defended by Valazula, Bemi can still show her excellent organizational skills and is indeed very strong.
In the 16th minute, Waggs' shot from the top of the arc was saved by Guli and Jeff. After Anderson got the ball, he passed it to Lu Feng, who was retreating to receive the ball.
Sao Paulo clearly learned his lesson. When Waggs inserted, Cordoval did not insert forward, but stayed behind to defend.
Look, after Lu Feng received the ball, Cordoval immediately posted it.
When facing an opponent whose speed is not as fast as you, how should you solve it? Make your strengths and avoid your weaknesses!
Lu Feng directly drove the ball forward and then accelerated to chase the football.
Cordoval's speed was not slow, but it was much worse than Land Feng. He could only watch Land Feng run past him like a wind, but he couldn't catch up with it.
After passing Cordoval, Lu Feng controlled the ball under his feet and found the opponent who had faced countless times in this game at the forefront of the penalty area. Leonardo.
Seeing Lu Feng dribbling the ball to him, Leonardo was filled with helplessness. Lu Feng and Jill faced him several times. He was experienced and could not guess Santos’ intention. He used his physical strength and speed to break down his defense line and scored a goal.
When Leonardo felt that he was about to be unable to withstand, fortunately the team's offense recovered and gave him some time to recover his strength. He almost got passed several times, and his teammates wanted to come up to help him. But as the captain's pride, Leonard rejected his teammate's kindness for many times. This time, he could still defend his opponent.
Compared to the previous matchup between Land Feng and Leonardo, Land Feng's situation this time is much more favorable. The previous few times were in the penalty area, Land Feng could not use its own speed advantage. This time, at the forefront of the penalty area, there is a lot of gap to allow Land Feng to use its own speed.
Chapter completed!