northernbook Chapter 80 The Challenge from the Premier League
Chapter 80 The Challenge from the Premier League
With Li Yanqing there, Nawei did not encounter too many obstacles.
At the same time, his abilities were also "affirmed" by Chris.
"It's so-so, but it's cheap and can still be quite helpful."
To be honest, this was already a pretty good evaluation that Li Yanqing had heard from Chris.
He thought Cheng Mengmeng's data analysis was fine, but Chris felt she wasn't doing enough and would sometimes criticize her directly.
Li Yanqing only pursues attitude and results, but Chris is a complete workaholic who demands perfection in every aspect.
Neville's performance was already quite good.
The time soon came to the 14th.
Burton Albion vs. West Ham United.
Li Yanqing still used the formation from the previous match: 4-1-2-3.
Bradford partnered with Baselli at center-back, with Murphy, Miller, and Matias up front.
West Ham United, on the other hand, have a much more luxurious squad.
The formation is 4-2-3-1, with Adrian in goal, Ogbonna partnering Winston Reid in center back, Cresswell at left back, and Nordtveit at right back.
Li Yanqing was drooling over the sight of this defensive line.
Name: Adrian Miguel
Age: 30 years old.
Condition: Excellent.
Fatigue level: 30%.
Probability of injury: 10%.
Entry: [Free kick defense], [Barrier], [Defensive goalkeeper]
Name: Ogbonna
Age: 29 years old.
Condition: Excellent.
Fatigue level: 25%.
Probability of injury: 15%.
Entry: [Powerful Throw], [Iron Defender].
Name: Winston Reed
Age: 29 years old.
Condition: Excellent.
Fatigue level: 30%.
Probability of injury: 10%.
Entry: [Interception], [Personnel Marking], [Iron Guard].
Looking only at the goalkeeper and center-back positions, only Hart's stats are decent for Burton.
Baselli's skill stats are decent, but he's not in his most familiar position.
Everyone else was completely outmatched.
As for their attack, West Ham United are not weak either.
The left winger is star player Payet, whose strength would be formidable even in the Premier League, and is far superior to Grealish at this stage.
In fact, Li Yanqing believes that he is fully capable of playing as a starter for a top club.
Name: Paye
Age: 30 years old.
Condition: Excellent.
Fatigue level: 35%.
Probability of injury: 20%.
Entry: [Master-level Heavy Shot], [Dribbling Master], [All-Around Striker], [Disdain for Elite Families].
Possessing master-level long-range shooting skills [Heavy Gunner], top-tier dribbling skills [Dribbling Master], and also an [All-Round Striker]...
As for the final personality trait, "Disdain for the Rich," well, now we know why he doesn't want to marry into a wealthy family.
In the center is Manuel Lancini, and many people say he can help Messi organize the national team's midfield.
He is a very talented young player.
Name: Manuel Lancini
Age: 23 years old.
Status: Good.
Fatigue level: 60%.
Probability of injury: 98%.
Keywords: [Through pass], [Over-the-top pass], [Midfield commander], [Injury-prone].
When Li Yanqing saw this player, a barely perceptible glint flashed in his eyes.
His injury probability is a bit high. His pre-match fatigue level is not low, and with the added factor of being a "glass man", the injury probability is close to 100%.
Li Yanqing usually keeps the players' fatigue level below 30% before the game, so that the probability of injury will not increase too much until the end of the game.
When the percentage reached 60%, he wouldn't even let Bradford play.
Moreover, Lanzini is a fragile player.
Then the problem is coming.
Should we give the other party a heads-up?
Perhaps if they don't say anything and wait for the opponent to be injured and forced to leave the game, they can find a way to win?
As soon as the idea popped into his head, he shook his head vigorously.
As a head coach, I cherish all outstanding young players.
He has no obligation to care about the opposing team's players, but he still can't bear to see them get injured, as an injury could potentially ruin a player's entire career.
Think of Kaká, who once completely dominated both of the two greatest players in the world, and Van Basten, who was like a god descending to earth in the penalty area.
They were all ruined by injuries.
Anyway, even if they win this game, they still can't beat Arsenal...
So, Li Yanqing quickly found the opposing head coach, David Moyes.
The other party had managed Everton for over ten years and briefly succeeded Ferguson at Manchester United after his retirement.
Although he made a complete mess of things at Manchester United, as a manager, he still has experience managing a top club.
They should have the eye to notice that Lancini isn't in good condition, right?
"plum?"
“I’ve heard of you. You guys are doing a good job at Burton.”
"Would you like me to sign for you?"
Moyes seemed to be in a very friendly manner, which reassured Li Yanqing a lot.
But it seems the other person thinks of him as a fan?
“I’m glad you’ve heard of me, Mr. Moyes.”
"However, we don't have time to talk about autographs right now. I'm Burton's head coach, and I won't ask the opposing coach for an autograph before a match."
Li Yanqing shook his head. Let alone Moyes, even if Ferguson were to make a comeback, he wouldn't do something like this to demoralize himself before a match.
"Your team's Lanzini is having some issues; he probably won't last long in this match."
"Hmm?" Moyes looked at Li Yanqing with a puzzled expression, then his expression turned a little serious.
And the opposing head coach even came over specifically to remind his players that they had form issues?
Regardless of its credibility, in his view, this was already an insult to his coaching standards.
He knew, of course, that Lanzini was very tired recently, but the club's team doctor judged that he would be able to play normally in this game and there should be no problem.
"This is my job, and I will take responsibility for it. You don't need to worry about it."
"I understand, you're terrified of Lancini!"
"You don't want him on the field to break through your defense, right?"
The head coach thought Li Yanqing was trying to trick him into replacing his midfield maestro, and immediately looked at the latter with disdain.
"If you want to win, these petty tricks won't work!"
"Alright, I've already warned you anyway." Li Yanqing shrugged and stepped back.
Since the other party wouldn't listen, he didn't have much more to say.
They specifically reminded him that if Lancini gets injured in the end, he won't feel guilty.
Focus on the game!