The commentator was right. In the next game, almost no one in the boys' competition dared to go head-to-head with Velarde, or compete for the top. They were afraid of being directly injured by Velarde and were forced to choose to play from the wing. attack.
But if the wing attack is not strong, it will not be of much use against the three center backs of the Hurricanes.
It just so happens that the center forward of All-Boys Athletics is really average. It is difficult to get the first point and attack the goal when the three center backs of Hurricane Athletics are guarding.
Therefore, even if the Hurricanes only have three central defenders and one defensive midfielder in the backcourt, and their defensive strength is obviously insufficient, the All-Boys Athletics cannot seize the opportunity.
On the other hand, on the Hurricanes side, with Willard running all over the court in the backcourt to defuse the opponent's offense, the Hurricanes' midfield and frontcourt offensive lineup can go all out to attack.
The Hurricanes' offensive lineup of two attacking midfielders, two full midfielders, two forwards, and six offensive players is really something that ordinary teams can't stand.
In the 29th minute, attacking midfielder Gonzano Martinez played his role as the top attacking midfielder of the National League Two. After dribbling the ball with a fried ball to break through the opponent's defensive midfielder Leon, he sent it to the crowd at the front of the penalty area. An exquisite diagonal pass sent the ball into the space on the right side of the penalty area.
The full-back Toranso, who was moving laterally along the line of the penalty area at the corner of the penalty area, suddenly changed direction and turned away from the player who was closely marking him. He went straight into the penalty area and then kicked the ball without stopping before the opponent's defender blocked the shooting angle. Shot and kicked the ball into the near corner of the goal.
Although goalkeeper Cambiasso stood in the near corner and blocked most of the angles, he still could not completely seal the goal.
Toranso's shot just slipped through the gap between his calf and the post.
After scoring the winning goal against Banfield in the last Argentine Cup, Toranso scored the opening goal in this game.
Toranso's state in these two games is indeed very hot, and he can compete with Velarde. One is the main defender and the other is the main attacker, making the Hurricane Athletics team good at both offense and defense.
After the game restarted, All Boys Athletics became a little anxious and stepped up their offensive. But for the Hurricanes, the two full midfielders naturally have to retreat when defending, and the central midfielder Lucas Villaruel will also return to defend.
Coupled with Velarde's high attribute awareness of positioning, stealing, clearing, assisting defense, filling in, defensive cooperation, etc., the entire boys' competition did not get any decent opportunities in the entire first half, and only played once. The shot from outside the penalty area within the goal frame was weak and was directly confiscated by goalkeeper Marcos Dias.
The Hurricanes Athletic Team had another chance to expand the score in the 43rd minute before the end of the first half. Unfortunately, Lucas Villaruel failed to seize it. His shot in the penalty area hit the opponent's defender. The ball was played a little hastily due to the interference of the approaching player, and finally flew out of the baseline by grazing the far post.
Although it failed to expand the score, it was still quite happy to enter the halftime break with a 1-0 lead. Verard and others received warm applause from the fans when they left the field.
Of course, the one that fans like the most is Velarde. Velarde not only injured one of the opponent's main full-backs in the first half, but also used his active running and fighting to intercept many of the opponent's attacks, helping the Hurricanes maintain a 1-0 advantage.
Even non-professional fans can see that Willard plays a core role in the defense of this team. Without Velarde, the Hurricanes' defense would definitely not be as stable.
As for Krisna, Alyssa, and Bertha, they were naturally even more excited and proud of Willard's performance.
Although Alyssa and Bertha have basically not spoken in the past two days, with Krisna as the intermediary, they can still maintain the relationship of the trio.
After a 15-minute break, the game continued in the second half.
The Hurricane Athletics team did not change their tactics because of the lead and continued to use a 352 formation to attack All Boys Athletics.
The all-boys competition, which was lagging behind in the score, naturally had no way out and had to attack. The two sides started an offensive battle with an extremely fast offensive and defensive rhythm.
However, due to the overall level of the second-tier team and the individual technical strength of the players, both sides made a lot of mistakes. Sudden mistakes often occurred and the opponents quickly counterattacked.
But the Hurricanes have Velarde's high attribute awareness and can react quickly to intercept. Even if he can't stop him alone, he can slow down the opponent's attack speed through positioning, blocking, and assisting defense, allowing his teammates enough time to return to defense, and finally neutralizing the opponent's attack.
As for head-on confrontation, let alone that. With Velarde's 80's physique and awareness, coupled with 78's defensive ability, at the A-League level, almost no one can break through him one-on-one, even if he performs exceptionally well.
Even with extraordinary performance, it is difficult to break through Velarde's defensive ability. With the support of system plug-ins, Velarde's strength has indeed far exceeded the level of the second team.
Under the leadership of Willard, the Hurricanes' defense was impregnable. Even if many main players were rotated, the All-Boys Athletics, which ranked only second to last in the standings, still could not break the Hurricanes' defense.
Not only did he make outstanding contributions on the defensive line, but Velarde, who had just enjoyed the blessing of being together, had his two girlfriends in the stands, and everyone was excited, also actively provided assists while defending.
Although his speed of 68, header of 63, and technique of 60 are not excellent, they are still mid-range in the second level.
Especially with the blessing of his high attribute consciousness, these skills play a greater role than his opponents.
In the 64th minute, Velarde participated in a corner kick attack and grabbed the first point. Unfortunately, due to the interference of the opponent, he failed to reach the goal frame and was slightly higher than the crossbar.
But Willard has not given up his intention to participate in the offense. Although he has not deliberately pursued goals or assists, when he has the opportunity, he will not give up the opportunity foolishly.
As a player who was reborn as a fan, Velard's inner desire to attack cannot be stopped. Even if his shooting skill is only 50, it does not prevent him from participating in the offense.
Having already scored his first career goal before, Willard now wants to score another goal, first for his new girlfriend Reese Bertha!
Unfortunately, there have been very few opportunities for him to shoot. Instead, he got one opportunity to assist.
In the 76th minute of the second half, All Boys Athletic's frontcourt attack was interrupted, and the Hurricane Athletic team launched a quick counterattack. Velarde did not stay in the backcourt, but quickly moved forward to participate in the attack, and finally succeeded at the top of the penalty area. The outside received a cross from Lucas.
A midfielder from All Boys Athletic stepped forward to press. Velarde immediately used a 60-degree technique to pull the ball away and used his body to resist the opponent's push. Then he heard the shouts of teammate Espinosa.
"Willard, here!"
Villard looked up and saw Espinosa waving to Velarde from outside the right corner of the penalty area. When Velarde looked over, he suddenly changed his gesture and pointed his finger into the penalty area.
There was an All-Boys Athletics defensive player between Villard and Espinosa. After hearing Espinosa’s shout, he deliberately blocked the pass between Villard and Espinosa. ball route.
But Velarde understood Espinosa's gesture and did not pass the ball directly, because it would be intercepted. Instead, he stuffed it diagonally into the penalty area, just avoiding the defensive player.
And Espinosa, at the moment Villard passed the ball, suddenly started from behind the defensive player and rushed into the penalty area. The opponent was a step too slow to start back on defense, and was stuck behind Espinoza, unable to steal the ball anymore. Even if you want to commit a foul, you don't dare because you are now in the penalty area.
Espinoza adjusted his pace while blocking the opponent's push, rushed into the penalty area, followed Velard's diagonal pass, and volleyed the ball to the far corner without stopping.
But the goalkeeper pounced towards the near corner, his judgment was the opposite, and he was completely helpless. In the end, he could only turn his head and watch the ball go into the net.
In the 76th minute, Hurricane Athletics scored another goal, extending the score to 2-0. It was forward Espinosa who scored the goal, and it was Alan Willard who provided the assist.
Alan Willard received his first career assist.
Not only did he perform well on the defensive line, leading his teammates on the defensive line to block all the opponent's attacks, he also provided an assist during the offense.
The man of the match in this game, if nothing else, belongs to Willard again.
The Hurricanes fans in the stands and in front of the TV clapped and cheered excitedly. Krisina, Alyssa, and Bertha jumped up from their seats and hugged each other.
To celebrate Willard's first career assist, both Alyssa and Bertha softened their relationship.
