Chapter 187: Midfielder Plan

With the whistle of referee Mazzolani, the intense and intense game was announced to be temporarily over.

Pato stopped the ball and kicked the ball back to Mazolani in a cool and accurate manner.

Then, he turned his head and glanced at Chu Jiang.

If it weren't for the young goalkeeper's brave performance, Pato would have scored four goals in the first half. At least, two goals were definitely Pato was determined to win.

It’s not that Pato didn’t perform well enough, but that Chu Jiang was really too good!

Pato shook his head helplessly.

At the beginning of the game, Pato did not pay attention to who the opponent's goalkeeper was. Because even Sampdoria's main goalkeeper Kurchi, the confident Pato would not take him seriously.

However, Pato never expected that Samp's substitute goalkeeper would perform so well, causing him such great trouble.

"I didn't score a single ball!"

Pato shook his head in frustration, feeling a little headache.

This feeling will only appear when Pato meets some very strong goalkeepers. He did not expect that Chu Jiang would give him this feeling.

"Chu, he performed well in the first half, and continue to stick to such a performance in the second half!"

Captain Palonbo came over and encouraged.

"Thank you, I will do my best!"

Chu Jiang smiled, walked into the player channel side by side with the captain.

In the stands, Milan Sports reporter Seraoni looked up helplessly at the scoreboard.

The bright red words clearly reminded her that the first half was over, and the score between Sampdoria and AC Milan was still 0:0.

The powerful AC Milan team did not defeat Sampdoria as people expected before the game.

The two teams are still in a balanced position.

It is still unknown who wins and who loses!

Seraoni rubbed her temples in a little frustrated.

"The second half is still there, and there are 45 minutes left. You must score and win!"

She clasped her hands tightly and prayed in her heart.

Watching the players leave the field one after another, the fans of the two teams have different moods.

The fans of AC Milan were a little depressed.

From Milan City to Genoa, facing Sampdoria, who was not strong, the team was unable to open up the situation, which made AC Milan fans who came from afar feel a little unhappy.

However, out of trust in the team's strength, these fans are still acceptable to the current results.

After all, the game is not over yet, and the team still has hope of winning.

Sampdoria fans were quite satisfied with the first half of the game.

Although, before the game, almost all media were unanimously optimistic about the visiting AC Milan team; although in terms of absolute opportunities, AC Milan has more opportunities than its own home team.

But, after all, they haven't scored even a goal, aren't they?

So, Sampdoria fans are more satisfied with the current results.

Especially, in the first half, the new goalkeeper left a deep impression on all the Samp fans who came to watch the game.

Young man, there is a future!

Sampdoria's fans are optimistic about Chu Jiang's prospects.

Chu Jiang’s impression in the minds of the fans of our team has improved one by one.

Although the club did not bring the players they wanted to fans. However, they also began to slowly accept Chu Jiang.

At least, from the moment, the club's nearly 3 million euro deal is not as much as they expected.

Back in the locker room, head coach Di Carlo summarized the team's performance in the first half as usual, and at the same time affirmed the performance of the two newcomers, Chu Jiang and Macheda.

Especially Chu Jiang, he received high praise from Di Carlo.

It is precisely because of Chu Jiang's excellent performance that he can ensure that the team's goal is not lost. Of course, Di Carlo will not be stingy with praise for such heroes.

After summarizing the first half, Di Carlo pointed to the tactical board and began to explain the team's tactical arrangements in the second half.

Di Carlo's tactical arrangement when he left the court was mainly aimed at AC Milan's midfield today.

Today, AC Milan is lined up with a brand new midfield combination.

Front midfielder Merkel is a young rookie with potential but little game experience; Thiago Silva is the mainstay of the team, but his most suitable position is the center back, and there are not many games to play as a back midfielder; Dutch internationals Van Bomel and Emmanuelson have strong strength, but they have been joining the team for a short time.

Such a midfield combination has strong personal abilities, but they lack tacit understanding in cooperation and defense.

Di Carlo's tactical strategy in the second half was mainly to start with AC Milan's midfield.

"Mr. Coach!"

When Di Carlo asked everyone for his opinion, Chu Jiang suddenly raised his hand.

"Oh, Chu, what do you think? Just talk about it, it doesn't matter."

Di Carlo said with a very kind attitude.

Having said that, Di Carlo did not think Chu Jiang would have any valuable suggestions.

After all, Chu Jiang's age is there.

What kind of clever insights can a 17-year-old child and a teenager who has only been in the professional competition for half a year?

The reason why Di Carlo did not stop Chu Jiang's speech was just a kind of protection for the young rookie's confidence. Chu Jiang's outstanding performance at this stage made Di Carlo more love for this Chinese boy.

Sampdoria's teammates had similar ideas to Di Carlo, but Chu Jiang's next words surprised them a little.

"I think the team can play more long passes in the second half."

"As you said before, Milan's midfield combination lacks tacit understanding and sometimes assisting is not in place. Moreover, both Van Bomel and Emmanuelson like to push the assists."

"In this case, if you make a long pass counterattack with a faster pace, you may break through their defense in one go."

"Especially, if Thiago Silva also comes forward to assist, the space behind will be greater and the chance will be better."

Facing the coach and teammates' gaze that were not very concerned, Chu Jiang looked free and talked freely, and analyzed carefully.

"Maybe, this kind of playing style requires some risks. However, as long as you play successfully a few times, it may have a very good effect."

Chu Jiang's analysis was comprehensive, reasonable thinking and meticulous logic, which surprised everyone.

This 17-year-old boy seems to have a deep understanding of football in nature!

Di Carlo thought seriously for a moment, then nodded, affirming Chu Jiang's point of view.

"Yeah, it makes sense."

"Angelo, you will get the ball in the backcourt in the second half. If you have the chance, you will pass it to the frontcourt without hesitation and try to hit the opponent's defense."

Di Carlo explained to Palonbo.

Palonbo nodded, showing his understanding.

"Fedrico and Massimo, when the team counterattacks, you should pay more attention to running and always be prepared to receive long passes from the backcourt."

Di Carlo ordered Macheda and Macarone again.

The two nodded too.

"Okay, let's explain the tactics here. Everyone have a break, keep your energy and prepare for the second half of the battle!"

"Please wait a moment, Mr. Coach."

Chu Jiang stood up again.

"Oh? Chu, do you have any more to add?"

This time, Di Carlo's attitude became more kind.

Chu Jiang walked to the tactical board and gestured out an area with his fingers at the front of the AC Milan penalty area.

"Mr. Head coach, I have a request."

"If the team gets a free kick in this area in the second half, I hope you can give me a chance."

Chu Jiang sincerely asked.

"this……"

Di Carlo hesitated a little.

In modern football, goalkeepers take free kicks less and less.

Not only is there less and less goalkeepers who are good at free kicks, but also because the goalkeepers are too sensitive to the position, and the risk of taking a free kick is relatively high.

Therefore, Di Carlo did not dare to agree to Chu Jiang's request rashly.

Chu Jiang knew the head coach's concerns very well, and he was not surprised by Di Carlo's hesitation.
To be continued...