Chapter 118: Fighting Tottenham Again

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The atmosphere in the entire Tottenham dressing room is a bit solemn.

South Korean star Sun Xingmin is even more nervous.

A week before the game, he was ordered by head coach Pochettino that he would play the role of the offensive core in this game.

This is a huge sublimation of Sun Xingmin's status in the team, but also a great pressure.

In the past, Sun Xingmin was used to playing the role of a blue-collar worker, and his existence was to create shooting opportunities for Harry Kane.

But the Tottenham team is currently in a turbulent period.

The scandal between Harry Kane and Manchester City is getting hotter and hotter.

Even in a previous game against Manchester City, Manchester City fans shouted "See you in June! Harry Kane, see you in June!"

In the face of this provocation, Harry Kane did not deny it, but said lightly.

'But I am now focused on the team and trying to end this season with a strong attitude. '

Obviously, this remark failed to gain the approval of the fans and even caused anger.

They need a more definite rebuttal, not this ambiguous attitude.

But Harry Kane has not responded, which makes the fans even more angry.

Coupled with the instigation of media reporters, the rumors of Harry Kane's transfer to Manchester City are flying all over the sky.

Even the head coaches of both sides have been affected by this.

However, Guardiola did not make any response, he was happy to see it happen.

On the other hand, Tottenham head coach Pochettino was a little restless. For this reason, he had a conversation with Harry Kane. No one knows the content of this conversation, but after this conversation, Tottenham's offensive direction has changed.

Harry Kane is no longer the core offensive spearhead, but Son Heung-min, who has performed well this season, plays the role of offensive spearhead.

For this reason, Son Heung-min's position is also freed from the left winger, and he often cruises in the center.

Harry Kane retreated to the No. 10 organization position, and this time, the offensive ability of the Korean star was thoroughly excavated.

Four games, four goals.

The strong performance of averaging one goal per game led Tottenham to win four consecutive league victories.

Even the somewhat sluggish midfield was inspired by Son Heung-min and became smoother and smoother.

Son Heung-min's outstanding performance gave Pochettino and Tottenham fans a certain amount of confidence. They wanted to rely on this point to fight against Arsenal, find a way to win a victory from the opponent, and end Arsenal's damn unbeaten record.

"We have to be careful of the opposite No. 7, that is, the Korean!"

In the locker room, Mourinho knocked on the tactical board and said: "Kante needs to retreat a little and intercept Sun's pass. The defender also needs to keep a close eye on the Korean. His running position is very good and he can always appear in some unexpected positions."

In this game, Lekai's position will be a little forward, so he can't fully play the defensive work, which requires the help of his teammates.

After a simple arrangement of tactics, Mourinho began to announce the starting lineup.

It's still all the main players. After all, it's the League Cup semi-final. Although there are two rounds, Mourinho dare not take it lightly.

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First, we must win the game steadily.

Soon, the starting lineups of both sides appeared on the big screen.

Arsenal (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Martinez.

Defenders: Bellerin, Jimenez, Hummels, Robertson.

Midfielders: Aubameyang, Kante, Wilshere, Lukay, Mane.

Forward: Giroud.

Tottenham Hotspur (4-4-2):

Goalkeeper: Lori.

Defenders: Trippier, Alderweireld, Vertonghen, Aurier.

Midfielders: Dier, Eriksen, Ali, Lamela.

Forwards: Sun Xingmin, Harry Kane.

Pochettino fulfilled his promise and played almost all the main players in this game, which also showed his attitude.

Moreover, they adopted a relatively conservative 4-4-2 position.

For Pochettino, who advocates beautiful offensive football, this is also a compromise.

They just want to disrupt Arsenal's offensive pace in the midfield and create opportunities for counterattacks for themselves.

For this reason, Pochettino also specifically asked Eriksen to find more positions for Sun Xingmin, play tougher in the midfield, and make more pressing and interceptions.

The lineups of both sides were finalized and walked into the stadium amid the fierce cheers of Arsenal fans.

The collision between the two teams is always accompanied by a smell of gunpowder.

Especially after the incident in which Lucky was almost attacked at White Hart Lane, Arsenal fans' hatred for Tottenham went to a higher level.

Since Tottenham entered the field, Arsenal fans' boos, abuse and intimidation have never stopped.

They all had ferocious expressions, as if they were going to tear Tottenham players apart.

You know, if Lucky really had an accident in that game, it might really cause a riot among Arsenal fans.

For Arsenal, Luka is their captain and leader.

They will not accept that Luka was attacked and injured in such a despicable way.

Under the intense pressure, the expressions of the Tottenham players were solemn.

Although they are mortal enemies, the anger of Arsenal fans is obviously more intense.

Even on the sidelines, there were many security guards holding shields to protect the players from being attacked by debris thrown from the stands.

After all, a game is a game and cannot be disturbed by such things.

The captains of both teams, Luka and Lori, symbolically exchanged team flags and immediately chose sides.

Lori won the right to choose sides and chose the right to kick off.

Spurs got the right to attack first in the first half.

Both sides returned to their respective halves and began to prepare for the game.

"This is the first leg of the 2018/2019 League Cup semi-final, Arsenal vs. Tottenham at home!"

"A few weeks ago, Arsenal defeated Tottenham at White Hart Lane and won the first round of the North London Derby, but before the second round, they met in the League Cup semi-final, and Tottenham coach Pochettino said that they will take revenge!"

"We can look forward to Tottenham's performance in this game!"

"At the same time, Arsenal's state is still hot. Can they defeat their opponents and continue their unbeaten record?"

In the words of commentator Paul Mossen, the camera appeared in the center circle.

Harry Kane stepped on the ball and waited for the kick-off.

When the referee left the center circle and blew a sharp whistle, announcing the official start of the game.

After the game started, Harry Kane passed the ball back and immediately ran forward.

Tottenham's overall formation did not move back, but tried to attract Arsenal players to press forward.

When they pressed forward enough, Vertonghen kicked forward directly.

This kick was looking for Harry Kane.

Harry Kane was clinging to Hummels and observing the position of his teammate Son Heung-min.

After determining the opponent's position, Harry Kane continued to fight Hummels and turned his head to the left at the moment his forehead touched the ball.

The ball was immediately pushed to the empty space on the left.

And there, Son Heung-min had already started, directly passed Bellerin, received the ball, and cut inside.

Near the penalty area line, Son Heung-min did not hesitate at all and shot directly.

Jimenez tried to block, but failed.

Fortunately, goalkeeper Martinez was very focused. He adjusted with small steps. At the moment when Son Heung-min shot, he jumped to save and dragged the ball out of the goal with his palm.

"Harry Kane made the ball, Son Heung-min cut in!

Shoot!

!"

"Shot!

!"

In the expectant eyes of Tottenham fans, the ball was kicked out by Martinez.

"Martinez!" Paul Mossen yelled.

"This is Arsenal's last line of defense. His tall body and arm span became a wall for Arsenal to reject the Korean star's shot!"

"But we also need to admit that this shot was very tricky and powerful, but Martinez was too focused! Tottenham failed to score, but after the kick-off, they immediately got a corner kick opportunity. Tottenham's offensive intention after the opening was very fierce!"

Lekai hurried back in the frontcourt to compete for the header.

Tottenham's attack made him a little surprised. It was not ground penetration, but a direct long pass to the center forward, relying on Harry Kane's ability to make the ball and let Son Heung-min shoot.

Simplify the tactical advancement ability while retaining sufficient offensive intensity.

It has to be said that Pochettino's tactical change is very effective.