Chapter 72 The Most Suitable Teammate

After Mourinho took charge, Arsenal's booking data increased significantly, which is related to the confrontation advocated by Mourinho.

In a fierce confrontation, it is inevitable to make some small movements with your hands. The key is how to conceal these small movements, or how to successfully obstruct the opponent without being discovered by the referee.

But compared to other teams that are good at fouling, Arsenal are not particularly good at this.

In the past, Arsenal followed a technical flow. They were the side that was violated, so they did not think too much about fouls.

But things are different now. They urgently need to solve this kind of problem.

Especially defensive players!

The Premier League tough guy and the Serie A veteran, these are the two main types of defenders in the professional defensive circle.

In contrast, Serie A veterans are obviously better at using the rules of the game.

In the entire Arsenal team, Wilshere knows how to use these skills best.

To this end, Mourinho organized defenders and midfielders, and Wilshere taught some fouling techniques.

In Arsenal's training ground, Lucky, Hummels, Kante, Jimenez and others gathered together. Wilshere stood among them and was vividly describing how to "make the right foul".

Although fouling is not recommended, reasonable use of the rules and making key decisions at critical moments may affect the direction of the game.

Therefore, even if it is some shady means, Lucai and others still have to learn it.

"First of all, you must create a blind spot. In this link, the referee is your biggest enemy. How to confuse his vision is the key!"

After saying that, Wilshere came to Lucky's side, grabbed Lucky's clothes, and said: "Kay! Run with all your strength!"

Lucky started immediately.

But after just two steps, he couldn't run anymore.

Kanter and others also looked over in shock. From their perspective, they could not see any problems.

"Why can't I run?"

Kanter asked curiously.

Wilshere let go of Lucky's clothes and smiled: "This is the key to attracting people."

"When pulling people, you must choose to pull the jersey, and the jersey cannot be pulled horizontally. This may cause the jersey to be stretched. When the referee sees it, the yellow card cannot escape. So you have to be like me."

With that said, Wilshere showed off again.

Everyone walked around and saw Wilshere pulling Lucky's jersey down as hard as he could.

Under the huge force, Lucai's body always maintained a slightly curved movement.

"People can't run fast without bending over. This situation applies when the opponent takes the lead and pulls out of position. You can quickly smooth out the gap in position and make a steal. Of course, this is just a separate situation. , you can also use it in other aspects, even when attacking, you need to make your own judgment!"

Everyone nodded slightly.

Wilshere stopped Lucky and said, "Try it!"

Lucky immediately grabbed Wilshere's clothes and pulled hard!

Wilshere was almost pulled to the ground by the huge force.

"The force is too great! Then everyone can see that you are committing a foul. You need to find the right amount of force, just enough to make me straighten up!"

Lucky nodded and tried again.

This time, Lucky succeeded.

Wilshere is much faster than Lucky, but in this pulling situation, the two are almost running close to each other, and Wilshere's speed advantage cannot be used at all.

Although it can only last 1-2 seconds, for Lucai, he can complete the steal within this time difference.

In a word, very practical!

"Any more?"

Lucky couldn't help but become a little interested.

Wilshere smiled and said: "The next step is how to block the position."

Here, Wilshere's dirty little class continues, and Mourinho and others are also discussing on the other side.

"Our current lineup is sufficient. The only problem is the central midfielder position. Wilshere is currently considered a shortcoming of the team. His ability does not match the entire team!"

Wilshere's ability is certainly good, but it seems a bit inadequate in today's Arsenal team.

Arteta shook his head and said: "I think Wilshere is the best choice. In fact, what we need is not the strongest, but the most suitable!"

"If you want to bring out the tactical characteristics, you must have a sacrifice point. The sacrifice point in the midfield is Wilshere. His presence can provide great protection for Kai, just like Mane in the frontcourt."

"We can't guarantee that a stronger central midfielder can do what Wilshere can do, or will the opponent be willing to sacrifice themselves?"

Hearing this, the coaches began to think deeply.

Arteta's words reminded them.

They have always wanted to build the strongest team.

What is the strongest?

Naturally, they are very strong in every position, similar to Real Madrid's Galacticos.

But it's not the best.

If a team wants to stay afloat, it cannot all use big gears.

Large gears may work and be more efficient.

But the running-in of the pinion and the handling of details are also critical.

Just like Arsenal now, they are integrated, and everyone's cooperation and understanding during the game are very good.

Almost with a look, they knew what they should do.

What this team currently lacks is the training of more games.

"Wilshere is indeed the most appropriate choice!" Mourinho also spoke.

"He can ensure Kai's versatility, and he is willing to sacrifice himself to return to defense. This is a rare phenomenon. We cannot destroy this situation."

"But we also need more offensive and defensive tactical training!"

"Kante is a player who focuses on defense, but he can't just play like that. He needs to perform more functions. In offense, he also needs to make some contributions. He needs the ability to pass the ball!"

Kante has always been positioned as a defensive midfielder, and he stays in the half court almost all the time. He is considered Arsenal's backcourt insurance.

But this kind of play will always be somewhat out of touch with the team.

Arsenal now advocates multi-functionalization!

For example, for full-backs, Robertson and Bellerin, in addition to defense, they also need to be able to step forward and participate in the offense at the right time.

Kai has more functions, and even the goalkeeper has developed a way to find the striker.

In this case, Mourinho does not want Kante to continue in such a single way.

"Arteta, you go and help Kante build this ability, I believe you will do a great job!"

Mourinho handed this job to Arteta.

The latter was also very excited.

After all, this may be his first independent work indicator after joining the Arsenal coaching staff.

"Ricardo, notify those information departments, I need more news about the opposing team, their recent work is not satisfactory to me."

"Doss, in recent times, you are responsible for the team training, and those players who want to practice more, they must clear the stadium for me, now is not the time for them to be willful, they must ensure their physical fitness!"

"There are still three months before the end of this season. In the last period, we can't relax. This is our first season. We need to show some results so that we can continue to stay here!"

"Of course, we trust this team!"

After that, Mourinho shouted; "Go! Go and complete your own work!"

Everyone got up and left the meeting room, ready to carry out their own work.

And Mourinho returned to the office with the battle table in his hand.

This is the Europa League battle table that has just been released.

Starting from this season, the Europa League will adopt the principle of upper and lower half.

That is, after the draw for the round of 16, we can basically know the general opponents.

And the half where Arsenal is located can be called the death half.

Ajax, Arsenal, Manchester United, Lyon, Roma, Schalke

Six of the eight places in total are from the five major regions.

Arsenal's opponent in the quarter-finals will be Lyon from Ligue 1.

Lyon did not perform well in the Champions League. After being eliminated, they moved to the Europa League.

Even if they beat Lyon, they still need to face Roma or Schalke 04 in the quarter-finals.

Let's look at the other half.

Mourinho said that he wanted to go to the lower half, where the competitiveness is not great, which can allow him to better deal with the problems of the league.

However, the draw has been decided, and these are just delusions.