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Chapter 289 Killing the Old Lord

Shi Hao was closely guarded.Panting, he watched in disappointment as Sirigu hit the ball over the baseline, thinking that it would be easy if the ball went in.

How long has it been since you were so embarrassed?It seems that two or three years ago, when he played Juventus on behalf of Bologna, he was marked by Chiellini, making himself seem unable to do anything.

He never thought that now that he has improved so much, he would be in such a mess.

The point is that Paris Saint-Germain players are too familiar with him.After training together for a year, Verratti, Matuidi, Maxwell, Thiago Silva, etc. are well aware of his habitual movements and frequency changes, and they will not be easily fooled by him.

They are also very clear about his position selection, running route, stopping method, passing selection, etc. Several people take turns to press forward, and they can often predict in advance, making it impossible for Shi Hao to get the ball smoothly.

A change must be made, Shi Hao thought to himself.However, in a hurry, he couldn't think of any good way.

Mourinho also saw Shi Hao's passivity, but he didn't say anything.This is what the core of the team needs to bear. Since you have been given the right to the ball and the treatment and status of the core, you naturally have to shoulder the heavy responsibilities, and naturally you have to bear the importance that the enemy attaches to you.If you can't bear this pressure, then don't be the core.

In the 34th minute, Paris Saint-Germain almost scored. Lavezzi's corner kick was heavily smashed by Cavani. Fortunately, Courtois made another contribution.

In the 36th minute, Chelsea finally broke the deadlock. Cesc Fabregas, Shi Hao and Hazard played consecutive matches. Shi Hao rushed the ball while being marked, and the route he gave was not very good.Cesc Fabregas advanced to the right side of the penalty area and passed the ball into the penalty area, but was cleared by Thiago Silva with a header.

But Hazard grabbed the second spot and made another low pass from the left side of the penalty area. Shi Hao snatched the ball back with his heel before Thiago Silva, and Ivanovic in front of the small penalty area Shaking his head and attacking the goal, Sirigu was caught off guard and could only watch the football hit the net.

Chelsea lead 1:0!Mourinho was in a pretty good mood, smiling and applauding.

Duan Wenxuan, a CCTV commentator who was broadcasting the game, sighed: "This is Chelsea's second shot on target, and it resulted in a goal. Half of the credit for this goal should be credited to Shi Hao, and the current score is 2." For many minutes, he has been strictly defended, and he didn't even have a chance to touch the ball a few times, but just a flash of inspiration, he helped his teammates score. This is the strength of a superstar!"

After this goal, Paris Saint-Germain tried to counterattack several times, but they were all intercepted by the "Chelus" bus. Chelsea entered the locker room with a goal advantage.

Mourinho expressed satisfaction with the team's lead and asked the team to continue to defend in the second half, counterattack resolutely, and return to defense actively.For Mourinho, even being pulled back by Paris Saint-Germain is a result he can accept.

After the start of the second half, Paris Saint-Germain played more and more courageously amidst the cheers of the home fans, and played several consecutive high-quality attacks.

In the 54th minute, the Paris team cooperated in the frontcourt. Lavezzi on the left swayed the angle and handed it to Matuidi.At this time, Cahill made a marking error, and he let Cavani slip out of his sight!
Cavani headed the ball in front of the small penalty area and hit the ball. This kind of ball can be said to be the most difficult ball for a goalkeeper. After all, Courtois has not yet become a god and failed to save the team.Paris Saint-Germain tied the score at 1:1!This is also Cavani's sixth goal in the Champions League this season.After the goal, he deliberately ran up to Shi Hao after celebrating and made a V sign.

Shi Hao curled his lips and said, "You are still a long way from victory."

Cavani smiled and said: "I mean I'm only two goals behind you in the Champions League scorer list."

This goal greatly boosted the morale of Paris Saint-Germain, while Chelsea retreated steadily under the command of Mourinho.

In the 59th minute, Ibrahimovic made a low shot from the left rib of the small penalty area, which was blocked by Courtois with his foot.

In the 65th minute, Ivanovic hugged Cavani and sent a free kick in a good position. Lavezzi hit the ball in the middle. David Luiz made a difficult back from 7 meters in front of the goal. The ball hits the goal and is pushed out of the crossbar by Courtois.

In the 72nd minute, Cesc Fabregas received a yellow card for a foul on Matuidi, and David Luiz almost scored with a free kick.

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Shi Hao wasted energy in sprinting back and forth.So far in the second half, he has not had a shot.It should be said that the Chelsea team did not shoot.

The game lasted more than 70 minutes, and Chelsea had 2 shots in total!
This is also determined by Mourinho's tactical thinking.After all, despite the lack of Shi Hao, the striker strength of Paris Saint-Germain is still not to be underestimated. Ibrahimovic and Cavani are both top strikers who can be ranked among the top 10 in the world. ball.

And Costa in Chelsea's team is actually far behind these two.

Therefore, Mourinho actually has no confidence to play against Paris Saint-Germain at the Parc des Princes.

However, passive defense, even if the bus is placed in front of its own goal, can it stop Paris Saint-Germain's attack?

Mourinho is full of confidence.Because he believes that his team has the attack power not to lose to Barcelona and Real Madrid.Even if there are only a few people in the front court, it is enough to catch an inconspicuous flaw and make a final decision.

Soon he made substitution adjustments, Drogba replaced Diego Costa, Oscar replaced Cesc Fabregas.This is enough.With Shi Hao and Hazard around, plus two fresh troops, it is enough to realize his tactical design.

Blanco also used up a substitution, and Pastore replaced Lavezzi.

In the 82nd minute, Cavani passed Matic and pushed a shot from the edge of the small penalty area, which was a hair's breadth away.

Courtois blazed the goal kick short to Terry.Terry crossed Oscar and Chelsea counterattacked.Oscar dribbled forward with the ball, Hazard, Shi Hao and Drogba pierced the heart of Paris Saint-Germain like three sharp arrows.

Marquinhos stepped forward to intercept, followed by Maxwell, Oscar did not stick the ball, and made a long pass to Drogba.

The old and strong Drogba jumped up with his body leaning on David Luiz, and headed back to the point. Shi Hao ran over with a diagonal stab, didn't stop the ball, and flicked the ball directly outside his instep.

The football passed between Thiago Silva and Verratti and rolled to the front of the six-yard box.Hazard appeared in front of the ball, led with his right foot, and pushed the far corner with his left heel.

Sirigu made a save, but the distance was too close, and his save was futile after all.

2:1, Chelsea lead again!

(End of this chapter)