Vol 4 Chapter 27: One / eight final opponent Costa Rica

The Chinese team ’s equalization was the result of many live commentators who could n’t believe it, including He5, the central 5 commentator. After all, Colombia ’s overall strength is strong, and it ’s very incredible for the Chinese team to score goals, not to mention the two. Two consecutive shots when the ball falls behind?
When the excitement was over, He Wei, the central 5 commentator, was inevitably worried. He said: "With less than ten minutes left in the game, plus injury time, this period of time is strong enough for Colombia to exceed the score again, but I believe our internationals can withstand the pressure and hold the score to the end! "
The commentator Xu Yang immediately said: "Colombia has already qualified in advance. If there is no accident, the opponent they will face in the 1/8 final will be Uruguay, who has won two World Cup titles. The four-year World Cup is a typical tournament system. The schedule is intensive. I think it is impossible for coach Pekerman to ignore this, so the next game will not continue to strengthen the offense. Instead, it is likely to replace the main player and let those players who have not made the appearance on the roster. Some World Cup atmosphere. "
I don't know if it was a coincidence, the live guide gave a close-up shot of the warm-up area after the game started.
The 22nd goalkeeper Farid Mondragon seemed to be reminded by the coaching staff in the warm-up area. He stopped warming up and jogged to the coach's seat.
Seeing this, He Wei subconsciously said: "Are Ospin injured?"
The broadcast picture was given to Ospina in front of the door again. From the picture, Ospina had no problems.
As a result, He Wei's voice changed, and the voice was full of joy: "I think Pekerman wanted to give this 43-year-old goalkeeper a chance to play. If the substitutions become a reality, this year is 43 years and 3 years old. Heaven's Farid Mondragon will surpass Cameronian Mila to become the oldest player in World Cup history! "
More than 80 minutes into the game, Colombia replaced the main goalkeeper with a substitute goalkeeper, the intention is obvious.
The simplest meaning is ... the result of the game is no longer important.
A minute later, the old goalkeeper Farid Mondragon on the 22nd stood on the sidelines. He replaced Ospina, who did not perform well in the game.
Of course, this is not good because it needs to be enclosed in double quotes.
Tang Zheng's two goals have nothing to do with him, can only be said that Tang Zheng's ability is too strong, even if the world's top three goalkeepers may not be able to save Tang Zheng's two must-goal goals.
But then again, Ospina's two goals conceded also blame.
As a goalkeeper, he is responsible for saving the goal.
However, Pekerman's substitution is not aimed at Ospina's performance, but hopes that the retired veteran Farid Mondragon will participate in the World Cup again after the World Cup.
In 1994, the US World Cup Farid Mondragon was shortlisted for Colombia's twenty-three contest, but he did not get the chance to play, so the last time he represented Colombia in the World Cup was back to the World Cup in France sixteen years ago.
Sixteen years later, the more powerful Colombia galloped the World Cup. As the former Colombian goalkeeper, it deserves the opportunity to play, representing Colombia at the end of the career of the World Cup.
Farid Mondragon stood on the sidelines to complete the exchange ceremony with Ospina. On-site commentators commented on Pekerman's substitutions, including the Greek national TV commentator who paid attention to the game. .
There are many things in this world that are more important than victory.
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Due to the particularity of the goalkeeper's position, according to the rules, the Chinese team needs to wait for the goalkeeper Farid Mondragon to come off the bench before throwing a touchline.
Tang Zheng knew the Colombian players before the game, including the 43-year-old veteran goalkeeper.
It is not easy for a professional player to stick to the age of forty, and Farid Mondragon insists on the World Cup of Dreams, so Tang Zheng will inevitably think that when he is forty-three, he will not be in the profession. Galloping on the court can still play on behalf of the national team.
Farid Mondragon used Colombia's second substitution adjustment, plus about ten minutes of injury time, and the live broadcaster suddenly gave a close-up shot of the Colombian coach.
Sixth Sanchez stood next to coach Pekerman, it is not difficult to see that Colombia is preparing to make the third substitution adjustment.
The adjusted player is likely to be No. 10 Hames Rodriguez.
Colombia advanced to the round of 16 ahead of time. If it weren't for Hames Rodriguez's request to start before the game, Pekerman was not ready to start for Hames Rodriguez.
After Falcao missed the World Cup in Brazil due to injury, Hames Rodriguez's play will determine how far Colombia can go.
After three games in the group, Hames Rodriguez turned in a satisfactory answer, four goals and two assists.
At the same time, during the jog, Hames Rodriguez saw Sanchez ready to come off the bench, and he realized that he had little time left for himself.
If Colombia is leading the Chinese team 2-0 now, Hames Rodriguez is also in the mood to be replaced, even if he leads 2-1.
But the problem is that the current score is 2: 2, and both goals come from Tang Zheng.
In his heart, he always regarded Tang Zheng as the chasing object. James Rodriguez thought that he could crush the Chinese team led by Tang Zheng by virtue of the overall strength of the national team. Until now, he did not know that Tang Zheng was still that Tang Zheng.
It seems difficult to surpass.
Hames Rodriguez, who has a tenacious fighting spirit, instantly swayed this negative thought, because ... he wanted a hat trick!
Gutierrez listened to coach Pekerman's tactics, then walked to the sidelines and stood next to the fourth official, waiting for his appearance.
Hames Rodriguez was very anxious in his heart. It happened that the Chinese team's offensive didn't make it. Lu Liang's cross ball was pushed out by Valdes. Gualin cooperated with Quadrado to grab the football goal. Hames Rodriguez's eyes lit up.
"Hey ~ Give me !!"
Hames Rodriguez quickly ran forward and raised his right arm, signaling Quadrado to pass it over.
Quadrado is very clear about the characteristics of Hames Rodriguez. He used the right foot to pass the football for the first time.
Double forwards Jackson Martinez and Adrian Ramos ran according to the tactical position of head coach Pekerman.
The broadcast screen given by the live guide was a long-range shot, so He Wei, the central 5 commentator, exclaimed: "It's dangerous!"
However, the voice just fell, and I saw a Chinese player wearing a red jersey in the lower left corner of the broadcast screen. He shoveled down on the ground while running, kicking his feet against the turf and kicking the football.
Hames Rodriguez, who made the ball fully forward, was keenly aware that the situation was wrong, and instinctively jumped to avoid it.
As he took off, football control was lost.
"Beautiful interception !!"
Yang 5 commentator He Wei said passionately.
The grounded Hames Rodriguez turned his head to look at it for the first time. He happened to see the familiar face with a playful smile on the corner of his mouth.
Tang Zheng stood up with his hands on the turf, ready to initiate a long pass, but Sun Jingbo ’s weakness in his physical fitness was exposed at this time. His physical contact with Valdes fell and the football was goalkeeper Farid. Mondragon got it.
Farid Mondragon did not rush to kick the goal kick, but stabilized the rhythm.
At this time, Tang Zheng bent back and extended his right hand.
Hames Rodriguez glanced at Tang Zheng, his face speechless.
Thinking about the game, the two men came to an end. Hames Rodriguez could also stand up and down, standing up with Tang Zheng's right hand, but he didn't concede: "Huh ~ our The contest is not over yet! "
Tang Zheng's vision was wide, he noticed that the goalkeeper Farid Mondragon's big foot shot was not well controlled, and the football flew out of the sideline, so he patted Hames Rodriguez on the shoulder , Laughing: "I don't know if our contest is over, but I know you will be replaced soon."
After all, the right finger pointed to the sidelines.
as predicted!
The referee blew his whistle in the mouth and pointed his finger to the side of the court to signal the player to request a substitution.
The red number of the substitution electronic card held by the fourth official was abruptly ‘10’, which means that Colombia ’s last adjustment was to remove the offensive core, Hames Rodriguez.
Even though Hames Rodriguez was somewhat reluctant, the authority of the head coach should not be infringed, and the irrelevant group stage was not as important as the knockout stage.
In order to prepare for the next 1/8 finals, you must also take a rest break and recuperate.
Hames Rodriguez in the broadcast screen seemed to suddenly remember something after taking two steps. He stopped walking and turned to Tang Zheng. He said seriously: "Our duel has not yet won. We have a chance. ! Will definitely beat you! "
"Good!" Tang Zheng patted Hames Rodriguez on the shoulder like an elder brother: "I'm waiting for you."
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In the eighty-fifth minute of the game, Colombia made the last substitution adjustment in the game and Sanchez replaced Hames Rodriguez.
The intention of this substitution adjustment is very obvious. Pekerman hopes that the team can stay a little bit and prepare for the next knockout.
As long as Colombia, whose overall strength is dominant, does not lose, there will not be much fluctuation in media opinion.
From the beginning of the game to the present, the Colombian offensive is not so fierce. The Chinese team's ability to equalize the score is not the deliberate release of water by Columbia, but the star flash affects the result of the game.
Returning to the bench, Hames Rodriguez shook his head and smiled bitterly. He thought he would lead the national team to victory over the Chinese team led by Tang Zheng twice.
But ... the results are not satisfactory.
At the same time, the Greek coach Santos of Castelao stadium learned from the assistants the real-time report of another venue.
Starting goalkeeper Ospina and midfielder Hames Rodriguez were replaced one after another. The meaning is obvious, indicating that Colombia has been willing to this result.
If the game ends at 2: 2, regardless of the outcome of this game, the other team in Group C who advances to the top 16 will be the Chinese team.
At Pantanal Stadium, Gutierrez, who came off the bench, also brought the latest tactical ideas of coach Pekerman to the players on the court, which was more patient than when Hames Rodriguez was on the court.
Directly speaking, a score of 2: 2 is acceptable.
If you can, it ’s better to win, but you ca n’t force it now. The Chinese team must score at least one point to ensure the promotion to the top 16. The continuous offensive is likely to cause the emotionally stressed Chinese players to lose their emotions. Outweigh the gains.
In order to participate in the top 16 for the health of all members, proper control of rhythm is a very correct choice.
Colombia slowed down the offensive rhythm, the Chinese team's defensive formation contracted properly, compressing the space needed for Colombia's offense.
Quadrado is very capable, but he needs space and teammate support, and now he not only lacks sprint space, but also has no teammate support.
Sanchez, who came off the bench, was responsible for defense. It was considered to liberate Guarin and let him participate more in the offensive organization. However, the tactics brought by Sanchez on the court tended to be defensive, that is to say, Gualin could not push forward too much.
Obviously, Pekerman is more worried that Tang Zheng will continue to show power for the rest of the game.
The Colombian draw with the Chinese team is within the acceptable range. Of course, losing can bring convenience to Colombia in the knockout, but from a long-term perspective, it will affect the overall morale of the team, so Pekerman chose to control the pace of the game after considering many aspects. After consuming the rest of the game time ~ EbookFREE.me ~ He believes that Lippi, the Chinese coach, is also happy to see this.
Being able to advance to the round of 16 and meet Costa Rica in the 1/8 finals better, why not?
The positive effect brought by Tang Zheng ’s position premise is obvious. With the clever positioning of Lu Liang and Sun Jingbo, the midfield and frontcourt inclination has been greatly enhanced, which has brought many surprises to Chinese fans in front of the TV.
Of course, the position premise of Tang Zheng is not focused on offense, he pays more attention to defense.
Colombia's offensive offense did not run smoothly after the lack of Hames Rodriguez, coupled with the solid defense of the Chinese team, the goal was full, the score of 2: 2 did not change until the end of the third minute of injury time. , One point for each side.
Along with the two short and one long whistle at the end of the referee's mouth, the Chinese team ended up with a 2: 2 draw to Colombia and appeared in the round of 16 with three wins, one win, two draws and five points. .
Since the qualifying places for Group D have been settled, according to the 1/8 final rules of S-D1, the Chinese team with the second qualifying team in Group C will face the strength in the 1/8 finals but not strong but stand out from the dead group. Costa rica.
The end of the game is at six o'clock in the morning of Beijing time, but the Chinese fans at this time have no sleepiness at all. They are extremely passionate and dance like a child receiving a favorite gift.
Fans watching the live broadcast of Central 5 can clearly hear He Weina's uncontrollable catharsis: "This moment has finally arrived! The second World Cup entry! The first World Cup goal! The first World Cup three-pointer! The first promotion The top 16! Come on! My beloved Chinese team! It is never a slogan to rush out of Asia and into the world! "
However, none of the Chinese players given the broadcast picture can remain calm, including Tang Zheng.