Chapter 159: Attack or Defense?

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After drawing with Wolves, Arsenal also turned its attention to the upcoming Champions League quarter-finals.

No matter from any perspective, the Champions League is the top priority in all major schedules.

Ajax is a traditional giant in Europe. Of course, in recent years, after the rise of commercial football, the overall situation has begun to decline.

But as the birthplace of the youth storm, Ajax insists on using new players to form a team that has always been full of vitality and impact.

Moreover, since Ten Hag took office in January 2018, the changes he has brought to Ajax have also given the entire team a positive flavor.

As for Ten Hag himself, there is no comment on the future, but at least Ten Hag, who is currently coaching Ajax, is successful.

He brought the entire club together, fueling the club's exciting performances with young blood.

It can be said that Ajax is definitely the dark horse in the European war so far.

After defeating Real Madrid to advance to the quarter-finals, when everyone was not optimistic about them, they chose to believe in themselves and defeated the Galacticos.

It can be said that this young team has created a legendary deed.

Now that they have reached the quarter-finals of the Champions League, this is recognition for Ajax's young players and coach Ten Hag.

And they are about to face Arsenal in the Champions League, which is also a challenge for them.

Of course, Ten Hag and Ajax have already boosted their morale. They believe that if anyone can beat Arsenal, it is Ajax.

In Arsenal's tactical room, Mourinho and others are also analyzing game tactics.

"Ajax is a young team. Although the team is led by several experienced players, the overall style is still very radical!"

"The Netherlands' total offense and defense tactics make these young players extremely active in running on the court, and they are very good at seizing opportunities in chaos and fast pace!"

Ajax is, to put it bluntly, a young team.

What they are best at is beating the old master to death with random punches.

In the last round of the game, Real Madrid was beaten to death by Ajax.

In the chaotic situation, Real Madrid failed to display the characteristics of the players, especially in the home game, which was completely invaded by Ajax's rhythm, which eventually turned into a chaotic battle.

In chaotic battles, young people often have more opportunities to perform.

After all, they are better at running and being creative.

Real Madrid's midfielder is very strong. They are all experienced stars, but the problem lies here. They are bound by their own experience, which ultimately causes the game to tilt towards Ajax.

For this reason, Arsenal's adoption of such tactics will also be a key issue when facing Ajax.

In the end, is it a matter of steady control, waiting for opportunities to break through the opponent's defense, or directly chasing the opponent's rhythm, relying on fast pace and personal ability and creativity in chaotic battles to kill Ajax.

Mother Rong doubted that the second way was the most morale-boosting way.

But there are also certain hidden dangers!

The coaching staff was silent.

In fact, they don't think they are any weaker than Ajax in their fast-paced style of play.

For this reason, they still want to try.

But the problem is that Ajax may have more opportunities when facing this system, which will put Arsenal in trouble.

However, a stable situation will definitely slow down the pace. What changes Ajax will make by then is also a headache.

After all, they collected too little information about Ajax.

These young players are almost the same from day to day, and it’s hard for them to grasp it all

Just when everyone was having a headache, Arteta said: "I think we should fight against the opponent at a fast pace!"

Everyone turned to look at Arteta.

Arteta spoke eloquently: "First of all, we have a lot of experience in fast pace, just like when we defeated Juventus. Secondly, we have built up enough morale in each victory. The players are in good condition at this time." Fierce, they must be aggressive on the court.”

"Especially when facing Ajax, if we don't ignite this fighting spirit, but let them defend and stay on the defensive, this will not be good for us."

"So, I think we should attack! Ajax takes full offense and defense, is good at running and creating opportunities!"

"And so do we!"

Listening to Arteta's words, everyone turned their attention to Mourinho again.

But there was already a hint of expectation in their eyes.

Obviously, they also agree with Arteta's view and believe that they should play more unrestrainedly in the next game.

But Mourinho is a calm head coach and he makes the final decision.

Mourinho also felt everyone's expectant eyes. Finally, he sighed: "Let's play like this in the first half. Just like you said, we can't cut off the morale of the winning streak."

Hearing this, the coaches became excited.

Passive play, they played too much.

In this game, it's time for them to show Arsenal's firepower.

Everyone knows that Arsenal is a defensive counterattack team and they have a solid defense.

But they don't know that their front midfielders are equally capable after they join the attack.

"I'll tell the players this news!"

Arteta ran out excitedly, and the others also watched him leave the tactical room with a smile.

Mourinho also smiled and shook his head, and then asked; "Do you feel very frustrated when you follow me to play defense?"

Everyone looked at each other, and finally shook their heads.

Mourinho did not ask any more questions.

In offense and defense, almost everyone will choose to attack, after all, this is a more comfortable way to play.

Compared to being passive, active offense can ignite more passion, just like Arsenal before.

But Mourinho is a defensive master!

He has his own judgment!

However, he will also take care of the players and the overall mood and choose some different ways of playing.

Just like now, under the winning streak, the morale of all Arsenal people has reached its peak. If they are asked to play defense at this time, it will make them feel frustrated.

Not to mention whether they play well or not, it will not have a good effect on future games.

For this reason, you should vent when you should vent.

This time, Mourinho gave Arsenal players a "gift".

"Are we really attacking?"

Wilshere stood up excitedly as he watched Arteta break into the locker room.

Other forwards like Dembélé, Aubameyang, Giroud and others were even more excited.

"Which wing should we focus on? No, no, no! Any wing is fine, as long as we can take the initiative to attack. The damn retreat defense is almost making me sick. We really should try a different way of playing!"

Aubameyang shouted excitedly.

Dembélé and Mané's eyes collided, and then they quickly separated.

Both of them were looking forward to which of the two of them Mourinho would use in this game.

But no matter which one, they would make full preparations.

After deciding to attack, the tactics for the next week will revolve around this system.

For this reason, Arsenal's training enthusiasm was extremely high in the next week.

Almost all players came to the training ground early and began to train in offensive routines.

Arsenal also used all kinds of offensive tactics that had been forgotten in the past, and they played smoothly.

Especially after the consecutive victories, with the addition of morale and confidence, everyone's state and performance were extremely outstanding.

They felt that they were ready, and they wanted to teach these young people a lesson.

On the other hand, Ajax was also preparing for this game.

Ten Hag is a proud man. For this reason, he will not change his tactical system. Even when facing Arsenal, he will take the offensive.

To put it bluntly, this is a head coach who advocates offense.

And Ten Hag also has his own judgment on this game.

He believes that if Ajax plays steadily against Arsenal, then there is almost no chance of winning.

On the contrary, after a fast-paced and chaotic situation, Ajax used some creative passes and attacks to open up gaps.

This is the way to win for Ajax.