Watford forward Deeney passed the ball to midfielder Watson. However, Watson did not rush forward to attack. Bournemouth was very strong and they needed to take advantage of it.
Sanino chose a 352 formation for this game. In the entire offensive system, the three central midfielders serve as the offensive hub, organically connecting the three lines to firmly control the overall offensive initiative.
And in Sanino's imagination, defense is also easier. Since there are more people in the midfield, two full midfielders and one central midfielder can join forces with the two forwards to proactively steal and join forces in the frontcourt. Once the opponent successfully steals the ball, he will immediately launch a continuous attack, etc.;
Once the opponent reaches the backcourt, the two wide midfielders are responsible for guarding the wings, turning into a 532 formation. The two central defenders are responsible for marking the opponent's forwards, and the other deep-lying central defender is responsible for guarding the important area in front of the goal, and can cover the two defenders at any time. side road. The three central midfielders should clarify their individual responsibilities according to the division of labor before the game, such as marking, preventing penetration and preventing long shots.
Of course, this is just the most ideal situation in Sanino's mind. The actual tactical execution effect depends on the execution ability of the players on the field.
Bournemouth is still in a 442 defensive counterattack formation. Even at home, they did not rush forward and waited for Watford to attack.
Maybe some fans of the team feel aggrieved that the home team still plays such a shabby game at home.
But Bournemouth fans have never felt any problem because of the team's pragmatic style of play. After all, they used defensive counterattacks to advance to the Championship, and relied on this style of play to win against Liverpool, Aston Villa, even Chelsea.
boom!
Boom boom!
When Watford slowly raised its offensive line and attacked Bournemouth, the fans at the scene cheered for the team at the top of their lungs.
Bai Ye was cruising in a higher position. Ever since Bai Ye showed his strong offensive scoring talent against Chelsea, Eddie Howe did not want Bai Ye to return to defense at all.
In his words, "It's a waste of your talent."
Therefore, Bai Ye basically does not undertake defensive tasks, although his defensive ability is currently considered to be at the first level in the British Championship.
Watford's offense seemed a little cautious, and they didn't want to lose their position and give Bournemouth a chance.
However, the English Championship obviously does not have a ball-possessing team. After a brief attempt, it has to return to the purest offense.
Smash it!
Smash it into the penalty area!
Watford relies on the numerical advantage in the midfield to continuously send cannonballs to the two forwards Ighalo and Deeney, allowing them to attack the team in the penalty area, looking for opportunities to score goals, or to provide opportunities for the back-up players. Players make the ball.
But such an offensive method obviously has no effect here at Bournemouth.
They have experienced the crazy bombardment of Liverpool and Chelsea, and there is not much pressure on the defense against Watford who forced the ball without much cooperation.
Sanino clearly saw this on the sidelines. He looked at the situation on the court worriedly, thinking about where to open the situation.
But in an instant, the situation on the court changed.
Baiye appeared in the path of the opponent's midfielder Tosser's pass and successfully stole it!
And quickly attack forward!
Wow!
This scene also made the fans in the stands suddenly excited. They watched the team being suppressed by Watford for several minutes, and now it was finally their turn to attack!
Watford has obviously been prepared for Bai Ye's position. When Bai Ye dribbled the ball forward, two players appeared in front of him and blocked his path.
There were also two players surrounding him.
The moment he took the ball forward, four opposing defensive players immediately appeared around him!
With such defensive strength, it can be said that Watford is really afraid of Bai Ye.
Bai Ye saw that all his routes were blocked, and he didn't really think about relying on his speed and dribbling ability to force a breakthrough forward, because the success rate was very low!
So before the opponent was completely surrounded, Baiye transferred the ball to Richie's feet on the other side.
Ritchie takes the ball forward and launches an attack.
The remaining players on the other side also reacted quickly. The game had only started not long ago, and everyone was still physically fit enough to keep up.
Aniya on the other side rushed to Richie's side immediately.
When Ricci was pressed, he did not choose to hand the ball to Francis immediately, but chose to protect the ball with his back, trying to get rid of Aniya, who was pressing.
But he obviously overestimated his ability. Aniya rushed behind him and constantly used physical contact to force Ricci to play the ball.
Ricci's confrontation ability is not very strong. While he was fighting, he remembered that he still had to pass the ball.
Bang!
Finally, Richie picked the ball out, but because he was in a confrontation, the passing accuracy was not high enough. What he passed to his teammates was a knife-edge ball!
But Francis was really tough and rushed forward to meet the football!
The opponent's Watson also rushed towards the ball at the same time!
The two touched the ball almost at the same time, but Francis touched the football faster. However, Francis touched the ball at a higher position. After kicking the ball away, it also caused him to slide directly on the football!
His center of gravity was completely lost at that moment!
He saw that after the football was kicked away, his calf was completely exposed under his feet. At this time, Francis saw it and wanted to retract his foot, but it was too late!
He kicked Watson's calf straight.
ah!
Watson screamed and fell directly on the spot, covering his calf and screaming in pain.
Didi didi!
The referee also blew the whistle immediately, stopped the game, and took out the red card without any hesitation.
Give Francis a red card!
Francis was dumbfounded. He really didn't mean to step on the opponent, and he touched the ball first. The opponent didn't touch the ball at all. He simply sent his foot to step on it.
"Nonono! This is definitely not a red card, I didn't mean it!" Francis argued for himself, but the referee was unmoved and insisted on his decision.
Eddie Hao on the sidelines was dumbfounded. It had only been ten minutes since the game started, and someone was given a red card? !
How to play this? !
Players on both sides quickly gathered around, and Bai Ye, as the captain, immediately went to negotiate with the referee. This is also a feature of the English football system. All negotiations with the referee are done by the captain on behalf of the team.
But the referee obviously wants to maintain the dignity of his penalty. No matter whether it is right or wrong, as long as he makes the decision, it is right.
This also made many fans watching the broadcast feel incredible. Why is this a red card? !
During the broadcast, slow-motion replays were played many times. Francis approached the football first, and Watson did not touch the ball at all. It can be seen that Watson's feet came over after Francis slipped.
This action can be given a yellow card, but it is definitely not worthy of a straight red card.
Eddie Howe was also very excited on the sidelines and even shouted angrily at the fourth official, but this did not change anything. The referee even ran in front of him and gave Eddie Howe a yellow card.
Bournemouth's players and coaches seemed a little helpless, and in the end they had no choice but to accept the result.
Francis himself looked defeated.
However, when he came off the field, the fans did not abuse him. Instead, they gave him applause and encouragement. The fans who were closer said loudly: "Kid, this is not your fault, it is all the fault of that son of a bitch referee." question!"
Eddie Howe also hugged Francis who was off the field, and at the same time quickly called Bai Ye over, "One less person, you push forward, I can only remove Pittman and add another defender."
"good!"
Bai Ye nodded in agreement. He knew that now he could only reduce offensive players and increase defensive players.
Watson, who was on the field, returned to the field without any problems after being tested and treated by the team doctor. However, Bournemouth could only make a forced substitution in the eighth minute of the game.
Replace forward Pittman with defender Smith.
This unexpected red card also made Sanino lament that he was lucky today. The situation of playing one more player gave him some confidence.
If they can win Bournemouth away from home, it will be a key battle for Watford to maintain top spot!
The game quickly resumed.
But this time, the Vitality Stadium was no longer full of cheers, but boos and abuses, all of which were malicious towards the referee.
Bournemouth, with one less player to fight, still maintained their defensive formation. Even Wilson retreated, and only Baiye's position was slightly further forward.
Seeing Bournemouth's deep defense, Watford's offensive line also moved forward with confidence. All three central defender positions have reached the midfield line.
The number of people participating in the attack is also increasing. With one less person fighting, Bournemouth's situation is in danger.
Fortunately, the players were highly focused and defended Watford's attacks time and time again.
During the broadcast in England, the commentator said: "This game is very likely to become a turning point because of the red card. I believe everyone has their own opinion on whether that red card is reasonable, but as far as the result is concerned, it is very difficult." That could end Bournemouth's winning streak.
Of course, we should never forget that Bournemouth is the team that defeated Liverpool and drew with Chelsea. Maybe there will be a miracle...
I bought it! White leaves! "
Before the commentary was finished, the situation on the field suddenly changed again!
After Bournemouth successfully defended a high-altitude ball from Watford, it passed the ball directly to Baiye outside the penalty area.
After Bai Ye received the ball, he chose to move the ball to the left, using his speed to crush Layun who was defending him!
Layun, as a wing-back who is a deep-lying defender, has a higher position in order not to get out of touch when Watford's overall offense is relatively high.
This gives Bai Ye room to explode!
Confrontation on the wings!
Bai Ye passed through Layun with speed visible to the naked eye!
The other Watford players quickly retreated, especially the three central defenders, who immediately moved towards Bai Ye's defense, trying to stop Bai Ye.
Hoben, Angela, and Cathcart surrounded Bai Ye.
Bai Ye, who was moving at full speed, became the sole focus of the fans at this moment!
All Bournemouth fans are looking at Bai Ye, waiting to see if he can break through the opponent's increasingly approaching central defender!
Bang!
Under the attention of thousands of people, Bai Ye pilled!
