Chapter 478
In the interval of intense preparation, Li Lei, De Bruyne, Sterling and other core players gathered together, relaxed a little, and talked about some recent topics.
Li Lei smiled and said: "Our game really gave the substitutes a big stage. I didn't expect them to be able to withstand the pressure."
De Bruyne nodded and said: "Yes, especially Fernando. His long shot almost made me think he was an attacking midfielder."
Sterling laughed: "Yes, and Otamendi's key clearances were really unbelievably stable."
De Bruyne sighed: "But to be honest, the recent physical training is really terrible."
"I feel like I don't even have the strength to climb into bed when I get home every day."
Li Lei nodded in agreement and said: "Yes, but Guardiola's training is always effective."
"We will become stronger if we stick to it."
Sterling echoed: "I agree with this."
"Physical fitness is our foundation. With good physical fitness, we can run faster and fight harder on the court."
When everyone talked about Real Madrid, the atmosphere became a little tense.
Li Lei said seriously: "Facing Real Madrid is not a small pressure, especially with Ronaldo, it is a huge test for our defense."
De Bruyne added: "Yes, but we also have our own advantages."
"But as long as we play according to Guardiola's tactics, we have a great chance to win."
Sterling said firmly: "We are the Premier League champions, we will not give up easily."
"The whole team is united, there is nothing we can't do."
De Bruyne suddenly smiled: "By the way, did you watch Manchester United's FA Cup final?"
Li Lei raised his eyebrows: "Of course I did."
"Manchester United finally won the championship, but it's like the end of the world."
Sterling laughed so hard that he fell backwards: "Haha, yes."
"They regarded the FA Cup as a life-saving straw, which is really funny. Obviously, we are the overlord of the Premier League."
Li Lei couldn't help laughing: "It seems that this FA Cup is their only fig leaf. We have a chance to win the treble."
De Bruyne concluded with a smile: "Yes, the FA Cup is everything to them, but for us, it's just the beginning."
While Manchester City was preparing for the game, Real Madrid was also busy.
Real Madrid in the 2015-2016 season was full of stars.
Head coach Zidane led a luxurious lineup, with top striker combinations such as Ronaldo, Bale and Benzema.
There are also midfield iron triangles such as Modric, Kroos and Casemiro.
There are also world-class defenses such as Ramos, Varane, Marcelo and Carvajal.
Real Madrid performed well in La Liga, closely following Barcelona, and finally finished second with a difference of 1 point.
Although they failed to win the La Liga championship, they won all the way in the Champions League and showed strong dominance.
In the Champions League knockout round, Real Madrid first defeated Roma easily.
Then they reversed and defeated Wolfsburg in the quarter-finals.
In the semi-finals, they eliminated their city rival Atletico Madrid with a total score of 3:1 and successfully advanced to the final.
In order to prepare for the upcoming Champions League final, the entire Real Madrid team, led by head coach Zidane, conducted intensive training.
The team's goal is clear, that is, to win the Champions League and continue to expand the club's brilliant record.
Zidane pays attention to details in training and conducts strict drills on every tactical link.
He requires players to maintain high-intensity confrontation training and simulate various situations that may be encountered in the final.
Especially on the defensive end, Zidane repeatedly emphasized the threat of Manchester City's forward line and required players to stay highly focused when defending to prevent the opponent's quick counterattack.
At the same time, Zidane also pays attention to the psychological adjustment of the players.
He has communicated with the core players of the team, such as Ronaldo and Ramos, many times to ensure that they can perform at their best at critical moments.
The training base of Real Madrid is full of tense and fighting spirit.
On the training ground, the players sweated profusely and conscientiously executed every tactical action arranged by Zidane.
As the leader of the team, Ronaldo always takes the lead in the charge during training.
He not only performed well in shooting training, but also actively participated in defensive drills, setting an example for young players.
Bale and Benzema showed excellent tacit understanding and cooperation in training. Their speed and technology became the biggest threat to Real Madrid's offensive line.
Modric and Kroos showed master-level style in the organization and dispatch of the midfield. Their passing and ball control ability will be the key for Real Madrid to control the rhythm of the game.
DefenseOn the other side, Ramos led the defensive players to conduct a lot of defensive drills. Their goal was to stop every attack of Manchester City and ensure the team's defense was stable.
Zidane constantly commanded and adjusted on the sidelines. His tactical arrangements and on-the-spot command ability will be the key to whether Real Madrid can win the championship.
As the Champions League final approaches, the entire Real Madrid team is full of the belief that they must win.
As the Champions League final approaches, the duel between the two giants Manchester City and Real Madrid has attracted the attention of fans around the world.
This peak duel is not only a contest between the two teams, but also a head-on confrontation between major stars, and it is destined to become a classic battle.
Sky Sports said that this final will be a top-level contest of technical tactics and the personal abilities of stars.
Guardiola's Manchester City is known for its gorgeous passing and high-pressure tactics, while Zidane's Real Madrid is unique in European football with its strong personal ability and rich game experience.
Both teams have strengths that cannot be ignored. The outcome of this game will depend on who can better play their advantages.
The Daily Mirror focuses on the core players of the two teams, believing that this will be a duel between Cristiano Ronaldo and Li Lei.
As Real Madrid's top star, Cristiano Ronaldo has repeatedly scored key goals in the Champions League this season.
Manchester City's Li Lei's outstanding performance this season has proved his superstar status. His cooperation with De Bruyne and Aguero will be Manchester City's winning magic weapon.
Marca emphasized that this game is not only a peak duel between the two teams, but also a collision of wisdom between two top coaches.
Zidane and Guardiola have both won the Champions League many times, and their tactical arrangements and on-the-spot command will directly affect the direction of the game.
France Football pointed out that Real Madrid's defense will face a great test.
Facing Manchester City's high-pressure attack, the performance of Ramos and Varane is crucial.
They not only need to defend Aguero and Li Lei well, but also play their role in set pieces and counterattacks.
Kicker believes that Manchester City's midfield control ability will be the key to their victory.
The midfield combination of De Bruyne, Fernandinho and Gundogan will play a crucial role in the game.
They need to find a balance between possession and defense, limiting Real Madrid's counterattacks and delivering accurate passes to the forward line.
The odds of the bookmakers also show the unpredictability of this game.
The odds of Manchester City and Real Madrid are almost the same, showing the close strength of the two teams.
The setting of multiple odds such as the number of goals and corner kicks also gives fans more choices for guessing.