In the last round of competition, although Depor finally defeated Osasuna 2-0, the process in the middle was very difficult.
In particular, the successive injuries of Belleron, Maicon and Balzaretti troubled Yun Sheng.
It was the first time in Yunsheng's career that three players were injured in a row in one game.
But he didn't expect that less than a week later, he would encounter this situation for the second time...
It was now the 44th minute of the game. Yun Sheng looked at Riquelme who was being carried off the field, his face was ashen.
Within ten minutes, Irving and Bell were tackled by opposing defensive players and had no choice but to retire with injuries.
Moreover, the team doctor whispered to him that the injury should not be serious this time, and the recovery time may be measured in "months"...
Although the opponent received one red and one yellow, Yun Sheng was more concerned about the physical condition of his players!
Now the team has a total of four genuine forwards. Irving and Bell have retired due to injuries, leaving only Wu Lei and Oliveira left in the team!
Just now, Yunsheng replaced Berba with Oliveira, and replaced Irving with Pogba. Then he moved Pogba to the center and put Ronaldo on top to form a front trident.
Now Riquelme is injured again!
Seeing the team doctor shaking his head slightly, Yun Sheng covered his head.
It seems like there is trouble...
At this time, Yun Sheng looked at the bench. He no longer had a forward available, and there was no organizer in the midfield. In this offensive unfavorable situation, defensive midfielder Cai Huikang must not be replaced. Belleron is injured and has not been included in the squad. Domingos and Camunhas are mediocre.
Yun Sheng scratched his head worriedly.
At this time, the referee blew the whistle to end the game, and the first half of the game was finally over.
Although one player was sent off, the Celta players were quite satisfied with their one-goal lead. Moreover, Deportivo injured three players, making it even harder for them to play in the second half.
I originally thought about holding on, but I didn't expect to have a chance to win. It's really great.
The players walked in front, while Yun Sheng and two assistant coaches walked slowly behind.
Now Guti and Li Tie also understand why Yunsheng is worried. Li Tie suggested in a low voice: "How about letting Domingos come on as a substitute? His performance has been good this season, and his several substitute appearances have been satisfactory."
Guti shook his head repeatedly: "Riquelme's position is definitely not something that Domingos can fill! Now the team needs a passer and organizer in the midfield and frontcourt. Pogba is good, but still a little behind. The best way is to bring James back, and the two young people can be together and basically make up for the pressure of Riquelme's absence."
Yun Sheng nodded: "I thought so too, but if Ronaldo withdraws, we will have no one on the front line."
Guti frowned: "I still suggest bringing Ronaldo back. If that doesn't work, let Camunhas play. He can play as a winger, and then move Wu Lei to the center position."
Guti disagreed: "Wu Lei's physical confrontation is too poor, Celta's defense is very tight, we need a strong center most now."
"But we have no one available..." Yun Sheng said, and suddenly saw someone waiting for them outside the locker room, "Xiao Zhang?"
Zhang Linpeng walked up: "Boss, I know what you are worried about. I am waiting for you here just to make a suggestion - I want to press forward and play center forward!"
Guti and Li Tie were both stunned: "You go up and play center?"
But Yun Sheng's eyes lit up: "Let's go into the house and talk!"
He knew that Zhang Linpeng was communicating with him here to say hello to Yun Sheng in advance, otherwise he would make suggestions in the locker room. If Yun Sheng did not agree, Yun Sheng might still worry about his own face.
But Yun Sheng directly hugged Zhang Linpeng into the house, and Zhang Linpeng understood in his heart.
The boss agrees with this half!
Entering the locker room, Zhang Linpeng expressed his thoughts again. Some teammates agreed and some raised different opinions.
Even Guti and Li Tie somewhat questioned this suggestion.
But Yun Sheng said firmly: "That's what we will do in the second half! Zhang Linpeng moves to the center position, and Cai Huikang replaces Riquelme!"
Yunsheng made a decision, and no one said anything else. However, everyone still had some doubts about whether this method would be effective.
At the beginning of the second half, everyone discovered that Depor's lineup had changed and they were no longer familiar with them.
Still 4-3-2-1 formation: goalkeeper Navas, defenders from left to right are Salomon, Cai Huikang, Lucio and Miranda, three midfielders from left to right are Ronaldo, Pogba and Gareth Tuso, the two shadow forwards are Wu Lei and Oliveira, and the center Zhang Linpeng.
Center Zhang Linpeng?
What's happening here?
In the live broadcast room, Jose said in a sympathetic tone: "Now that Deportivo is full of injured soldiers, they can't even make up the forwards. And if they want to score goals and continue to maintain the three forwards, they actually force Zhang Linpeng to play center. Yun Sheng is really helpless."
Diego also sighed softly: "Barcelona has also encountered injuries this season. If it were not for the absence of players, we would not be more than ten minutes behind the top spot. It seems that in the second half, Deportivo wants to equalize the score or win. It’s so difficult.”
The referee's whistle sounded and the second half of the game began.
Celta didn't make any attempts at the start. They didn't want to take possession of the ball at all, and directly defended, trying to hold on to their one-goal lead.
But as soon as they started, they felt powerful.
Just when Celta's formation had not yet stabilized, Ronaldo seized a good opportunity and passed the ball directly to the penalty area at a 45-degree angle!
Zhang Linpeng jumped high and headed the ball towards the goal!
The ball hit the crossbar and bounced off the baseline!
Depor almost equalized the score at the start!
Although the home fans in the stands were extremely regretful, they still gave their applause to Zhang Linpeng and James Rodriguez.
Five minutes later, this time it was Wu Lei who opened up space in the frontcourt and passed the ball to the center.
Zhang Linpeng used his body to squeeze away the defense, fell to the ground and shot! The ball slipped out of the goal and almost scored again!
Zhang Linpeng slammed the ground hard: "As a defender, my footwork is still not good! I have to practice shooting when I go back!"
These two shots made Celta's general break out in a cold sweat. They immediately stepped up their defense against Zhang Linpeng, and the two central defenders followed Zhang Linpeng closely, never leaving.
Although Zhang Linpeng will have fewer opportunities in the future, other players will have more opportunities.
Pogba got a chance at the top of the penalty area. This was because Zhang Linpeng disrupted the situation in the penalty area and caused chaos, which caused Pogba's defense to be out of position.
Pogba's shot went straight into the blind corner and was barely saved by the goalkeeper. Depor almost equalized the score.
At this time, everyone admired Yun Sheng's strange adjustment!
A simple and unconventional substitution had a miraculous effect!
If Depor continues to attack like this, it will be a matter of time before the score is equalized!
There is hope for Depor's record-breaking challenge!
