The score became 3:1 and the time had reached the 85th minute.
Aston Villa had not given up the game yet and they tried to create a miracle in ten minutes.
However, lady luck did not favor Aston Villa tonight.
They are unable to effectively break through the opponent's formation.
In the last two minutes, Arsenal launched another quick counterattack, but it was a pity that Haaland's shot hit the goalkeeper, otherwise they would have won the game 4:1.
Soon, the referee's whistle sounded and Arsenal won the EFL Cup 3:1.
At this moment, the entire Wembley Stadium burst into cheers from Arsenal fans, resounding throughout the sky!
"Congratulations to Arsenal, they resisted all the pressure and rumors and won the 2019-2020 EFL Cup."
"On March 9, they will go to the Bernabeu Stadium to compete with Real Madrid for a place in the quarter-finals. I wish them good luck."
The moment the whistle blows,
Fang Fang felt his whole body relax, and it felt pretty good to be able to win the EFL Cup.
This trophy can revitalize the team's momentum.
"How does it feel? This is your first trophy!"
Equation walked over and asked Harland.
Harland smiled: "It must feel great. My dad has never won the EFL Cup. I only used it for half a year!"
Fang Fang smiled and said, "Congratulations."
Speaking of which, old Haaland is really lucky. He has no championships, no personal honors and few goals in his career.
He retired at the age of 30 due to a previous on-field conflict with Manchester United's Keane, which resulted in a cruciate ligament injury in his left knee.
Fortunately, he has an excellent son. Soon, his son will become a new star in European football and realize his dream.
And in the stands,
Aston Villa fans did not leave the stadium and showed their support for the team.
In the end, the team was able to reach the EFL Cup final, and everyone in the team tried their best.
Soon, the award ceremony began.
First, the Aston Villa players walked into the stands of the stadium to accept the silver medal award.
They are a bit regretful, but it is a good result to win the EFL Cup silver medal in a team with little investment.
Afterwards, the Arsenal players walked into the stands of the stadium to accept the gold medal award.
This is not the first time that Fang Fang has received a championship award at Wembley Stadium, and everything is done with ease.
He walked at the front and led everyone to the stands.
Prince William personally presented the awards. After everyone received the gold medals, they were ready to start lifting the championship trophy.
This time, Xhaka did not take the lead in winning the championship trophy. He gave it to Fang Fang. Anyway, he had already won enough last year and he didn't mind at all if he gave it to the vice-captain.
At the same time, it also avoids rumors from the outside world that their captain is too strong and cannot tolerate young people.
In equation terms, this is simply nonsense.
Surrounded by his teammates,
Wearing a bright national flag, Fang held the EFL Cup championship trophy high.
Countless cheers and ribbons instantly filled Wembley Stadium.
The night sky in North London once again welcomes the colors of Arsenal!
"we are the champion!"
“We Love You Arsenal,
“We love you Arsenal, we do,
“We love you Arsenal, we do
"Oh, Arsenal we love you!"
The fans in the stands sang the "I love you Arsenal" song in unison, resounding throughout the night sky.
The entire Arsenal team sang and danced together at the center of the stadium, ready to take photos and solemnly celebrate the championship!
This night is destined to be a sleepless night for Arsenal
The EFL Cup is over, and with the championship trophy in hand, this burden has been successfully removed.
However, they soon ushered in the FA Cup schedule.
March 2nd.
The fifth round of the FA Cup.
Arsenal plays Norwich at home.
Because on March 6, Arsenal will go to the Bernabeu Stadium for the second round of the 1/8 knockout round. The opponent is the powerful Real Madrid, so they have played in the 28th, 29th, and 30th rounds of the league. Rotate.
Naturally, this FA Cup will not send out the entire main lineup.
Saka, Fang Fang, and Lacazette all took turns on the bench.
Fortunately, Haaland has been in very hot form recently. He scored twice in this game, helping the team successfully advance to the quarter-finals of the FA Cup.
The entire team is making steady progress this season.
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March 3rd.
The entire Arsenal team flew to sunny Madrid.
Came here a few days in advance to prepare for the game.
Although the battle was ahead, the whole team did not feel very nervous. Train when you need to train, and rest when you need to rest.
In addition, the climate in Madrid is pleasant, so if everyone is tired, you can team up and go out for some fun.
When Fang Fang was having fun in Madrid, he didn't forget to buy some handicrafts and planned to go back and give them to his old classmates next door.
Time passed quickly, and just when Fang Fang thought the rest of the time would go by step by step, two fellow villagers suddenly found him two days before the competition.
The visitors are Wu Lei and Lin Liangming, both domestic players studying abroad in Spain.
He had heard about these two players and had a good impression of them, so he agreed to get together outside.
It just so happens that "Brother Smile" also opened a branch in Madrid.
The three of them went to "Brother Smile"'s restaurant for dinner together in the evening.
"Has Liang Ming played in La Liga now?" Fang Fang asked casually while waiting for the meal.
Lin Liangming did not mind this topic and said truthfully: "I want to play in La Liga, but it is very difficult. Many people have been persuading me to return to China, but I still want to persist in La Liga B."
Lin Liangming is the first domestic player to sign with Real Madrid, but he has been on loan outside and has not developed his strength.
If he hadn't seen the success of Wu Lei and Fang Fang, Lin Liangming would have probably returned to China to play football. But now we see that these two seniors in La Liga and the Premier League have achieved such great influence.
Lin Liangming was yearning for it in his heart, and he wanted to persist a little longer.
Later, Fang Fang seriously discussed some football theories with Lin Liangming, hoping to help each other in this way.
However, as they talked, the three of them soon talked about the Champions League knockout rounds.
After all, he is no longer fighting alone. Many domestic fans and big names are paying attention to this game and hope that the only domestic player in the Champions League can create more history.
"Real Madrid is nothing special. Didn't Brother Lei break through Barcelona's gate before? Brother Fang is so good, he will definitely help the team advance to the quarter-finals." Lin Liangming said seriously.
Wu Lei also nodded and analyzed: "Actually, Real Madrid is quite unstable in La Liga this year. Their new players did not perform well. We were almost able to win against Real Madrid before. Anyway, don't care what others say, I think Arsenal can promotion"
Fang Fang was very moved by this.
After this dinner, he also deeply realized the expectations of the outside world.
For everyone, and for myself, I have to fight my hardest to pass the 1/8 knockout round.
As the saying goes, to become famous early, you must seize the day.
Mr. Mu is a typical example. Although they won the World Cup early, the Champions League never had a chance.
The outside world is saying that Mr. Mu is still young and will have plenty of opportunities in the future. However, if an accident happens, the Champions League championship may become a lifelong regret for Mr. Mu.
Don't worry about the future, just seize the day.
Real Madrid has to climb this difficult obstacle, even if it means climbing, we must climb over it! .
March 4th.
The Champions League held a pre-match press conference.
Zidane and Modric came to the scene. On the other side, Wenger and captain Fang Fang came to the scene for interviews.
When asked by reporters what their goal is today, Fang Fang answered without hesitation: "Our goal in the Champions League is actually only one, and that is the championship. Real Madrid is a great team, but this does not affect We are determined to win the championship trophy. The football field changes very quickly and the competition here is very fierce."
"This year we can reach the 1/8 knockout stage, but next year, who can guarantee that we can achieve this goal again? Therefore, we must seize every opportunity now. Those who can see the dawn have gone through the darkness."
This declaration of war before the game made many reporters in the audience shine.
This is the tense and intense atmosphere that should exist before a war.
This is a place where blood and sweat are shed!
What kind of football is it to be nice and nice all the time!
The pre-game press conference is also a stadium, and the momentum cannot be lost.
After hearing this, Zidane couldn't help but have a flash of appreciation in his eyes.
This young man finally has some of his previous arrogance, but it's not enough
Later, a reporter asked Zidane what he thought when he heard the opponent's declaration of war before the game.
Zidane replied seriously: "It is true as he said, if you want to win the championship trophy, you must have the determination not to admit defeat. Similarly, we have also put in a lot of effort to reach the 1/8 knockout round."
"My team and I have only one goal, and that is to win the championship. No matter who the opponent is, nothing can stop us from moving forward!"
Subsequently, the pre-match interviews between the two teams were quickly reprinted in China.
Many big fans and fans are supporting Arsenal.
"Zidane was much crazier than this when he was young. Facts have proved that people with strength should not keep a low profile and support Brother Fang to win the championship!"
"That's right, a person who plays football outside and keeps a low profile will only be ignored. Not to mention that he is now famous and must show off his momentum."
"Arsenal still has a chance to win the quadruple crown, so go for it!"
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As fans are eagerly anticipating it, March 6 is coming soon.
7pm, Santiago Bernabeu Stadium.
Players from both sides walked out of the stadium tunnel.
Real Madrid’s formation is 433,
Goalkeeper: Courtois,
Backcourt: Ferland Mendy, Militao, Varane, Carvajal.
Midfielder: Kroos, Casemiro, Modric.
Frontcourt: Vinicius, Benzema, Rodrygo.
Real Madrid's starting lineup has not changed much.
Arsenal, on the other hand, sent out a 4231 formation for the first time in a long time.
Goalkeeper: Leno.
Backcourt: Ben White, Saliba, Papastathopoulos, Tierney.
Midfielder: Thomas, Xhaka, Saka, Equation, Fosse.
Forward: Haaland.
The domestic commentator for this game is still Zhan Jun. After seeing Arsenal’s formation today, he immediately analyzed it carefully and said:
"Arsenal has fielded a 4231 lineup for the first time in a long time. In the past, they often played 433. Although it is likely to change again during the game. But we can see that the position of the equation is behind Haaland!"
"It seems that head coach Wenger believes that Fangfang can play well as a shadow forward, so he once again puts Fangfang in this position, partnering with Haaland to form a high and fast team!"
Director Zhang chuckled and said, "It's quite interesting. This formation change is a bit bold, but I don't know if it will be effective against Real Madrid."
Zhan Jun said: "Anyway, Wenger's changes in the EFL Cup final and the league have achieved some results. I hope they can perform well today."
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However, today’s odds favor Real Madrid advancing.
The reason is that Real Madrid has home field advantage. And Arsenal's changes have not been proven by strong teams.
Beep!
The referee from Paris blew the whistle to start the game.
The ball is in Arsenal's favor.
Real Madrid did not press all at first. They played a little cautiously. Only when Arsenal passed the ball to the center line, they pressed hard.
This is Real Madrid's tactics today. They still wait for Arsenal to attack and use the gaps in the opponent's defense to counterattack and expand their lead.
The score in the first round was 1:2
Six minutes later, Arsenal got their first shot.
Xhaka made a pass from the right.
Haaland jumped up in the penalty area and won the pass.
However, the angle was not good and the football flew high.
Zidane couldn't help but frown when he saw Arsenal playing so simple on the sidelines.
Cross from the wing and header in the penalty area. This is not like the Arsenal team that plays pass and cut.
When goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois took the goal kick, Zidane's shout came over, signaling a full-scale attack.
This is their home court, and they can't stay here forever.
Two minutes later, Real Madrid retaliated. Vinicius took advantage of the change of pace on the roadside to break through the full-back's defense.
Sweep the football to the center,
Benzema successfully grabbed the point between the two people in the penalty area. He touched the ball from behind with his right foot.
The football was redirected, rolled towards the far post, hit the goalpost accurately and bounced out.
There was a huge sigh in the Bernabeu Stadium.
It was actually the home goalpost that rejected the home team's shot!
Real Madrid was almost able to expand the score advantage.
However, Arsenal was not frightened by this attack and continued to attack after taking the ball.
With great difficulty, they finally avoided Real Madrid's attack and passed the ball past the center line.
Fang Fang knows how difficult it is for them to organize an attack every time.
Opportunities cannot be wasted or you will be punished.
He received a pass from his teammate while running on the left wing.
Modric pounced to help the full-back's defence.
Facing Modric's frontal attack, Fang Fang glanced behind the opponent.
Suddenly, he had an idea,
First, he quickly used a horizontal pull to deceive Modric's attention and center of gravity.
At this moment,
After pulling the ball, Equation quickly crosses the ball with the other foot. This is a cross-legged action, and hits the diagonal rear of the football with the foot pulling the ball!
It is to use the flower arrangement to pass people quickly!
The man and the ball quickly rushed in from Modric's side.
Modric was stunned for 0.2 seconds.
I never expected that the opponent's No. 10 would use the breakthrough to such an extent!
Modric has watched his highlights, so he knows very well that he was not a player who liked to play tricks before.
Indeed, Equation rarely played tricks in the past.
But that doesn't mean he won't!
When he became proficient in ball control, he became quite rich in skills at his feet. He just preferred unpretentious technical movements.
Therefore, when no one expects it, you suddenly reveal your extraordinary tricks, which can surprise your opponents!
Of course, this also requires a gap behind the opponent.
The equation quickly passed Modric,
There was a burst of exclamation in the audience!
In response, center back Militao immediately came out to defend, trying to form a closed defense with the full-back.
However,
Fang Fang quickly performed the "fried meatballs" technical move again.
I saw the football quickly passing over his feet, instantly passing through Militao's defense, and bursting through the gap in the door!
This "fried meatball" is so good at playing that no one can hit the ball at his feet!
"Block him!"
Zidane no longer cared about his image on the sidelines. He immediately shouted excitedly to the court,
At this time, half of the shooting space appeared in front of Equation.
His breakthrough directly tore apart Real Madrid's defense and entered the penalty area.
At the same time, Haaland ran diagonally, taking away part of the defensive player's attention.
It all happened very quickly,
In the flash of lightning, Fang Fang did not hesitate, swinging his leg decisively and in a small way, and pumped the football to the far end of the goal with his right foot!
The distance is too close and the shooting action is too concealed, leaving the goalkeeper no time to react.
Courtois just made the technical move to save, and the football has already flown into the far end of the goal!
"goooall——"
"gooooooaall——"
"Arsenal gets a goal back!!!"
The Spanish commentator immediately shouted passionately.
Zhan Jun couldn't help but trembled with joy, "Beautiful, I scored a goal! Fang Fang is really using his extraordinary moves!!"
"First, he made a trick and easily deceived Modric. Then, he used fried balls so that Militao could not touch the ball at his feet."
"When he came straight into the penalty area, Courtois had no time to react and Arsenal got a goal back!"
"Total score 2:2!!"
In one side of the stands at the Bernabeu Stadium, Arsenal fans turned into a sea of boiling people. Real Madrid fans just couldn't believe it.
"Beautiful, this one-stop score will relieve your anger!"
"One more goal and we will advance to the finals!!"
“Win that damn Champions League trophy back!!”
"This young man must be on drugs. Why is he having so much fun all of a sudden?"
"Is he playing samba football? How can he be better than Vinicius?"
"It's fake, it's like a different person!"
Amid the roar of the crowd, Fang Fang did not choose to celebrate. He decisively ran into the goal, picked up the football in the goal and ran back.
His teammates ran over excitedly, high-fiving him and yelling "fk".
"You're crazy, captain, are you suddenly taking drugs? It was so intense just now!"
"That's Modric, you got past him with your feet!"
When Fang Fang heard his teammates vomiting fragrance, he smiled helplessly and reminded angrily: "We haven't overtaken the score yet. Real Madrid still has the advantage of away goals. Don't forget it!"
As soon as I say this,
Haaland was the first to react to the surprise of the goal. He echoed loudly, "Yes, we still want to win the Champions League trophy, just like you said before the game."
"Okay, win that damn trophy back!"
A raging fire was instantly ignited in the hearts of the teammates.
It’s really a one-stop goal scored by the captain, it’s so inspiring!
However, Real Madrid did not lose their fighting spirit because of a conceded goal.
This is their home court, and they have experienced nothing before.
Before the game is over, everything is still possible.
Under the roaring command of head coach Zidane, Real Madrid immediately launched an attack, determined to suppress Arsenal's arrogance.
Vinicius received an overhead pass from Modric on the wing.
He made a pass and went straight to Arsenal's wing baseline.
Tierney quickly slid over and tried to stop the football.
However, Vinicius was very smart and he decisively picked the pass to the center.
Isco, Benzema, and Casemiro pulled Arsenal's defense and rushed into the small penalty area.
However, Casemiro grabbed the pass at the front point, hit the ball with his head, and headed the ball into the near corner of Arsenal's goal.
"gooooalll——"
"goooooaall——"
"Real Madrid went one goal ahead again and they ruthlessly defeated Arsenal's defense!!"
"This is the Bernabeu Stadium!"
The Spanish commentator suddenly became more excited.
The time has reached thirty minutes.
But Arsenal still will not give up the game, and their fighting spirit has not been depressed.
On the contrary, the whole team needs to vent their anger by scoring goals.
In the 41st minute, Thomas once again made a long pass to find Harland on the outside of the penalty area.
Harland withstood the confrontation, sailed the ball with a header, and found the equation not far from the right.
Facing Harland's play, Fang Fang suddenly volleyed again.
This kick is powerful and heavy!
However, Militan sacrificed himself to block the bullet. The last time he lost the ball, he failed to defend it. This time he was seriously injured by the football, so he had to block it.
The football bounced off Militao's waist with a bang.
Militao fell to the ground in response, making the fans in the stands worried.
This is really a desperate effort.
When Fang Fang saw Militang receiving treatment from the team doctor on the ground, he felt a little helpless for no reason.
Do you think it’s not good to get this ball out of the way? You have to use your body to block it!
If something really happened, I really can't blame him.
Afterwards, Militan lay on the ground for a while before he regained his composure.
The referee also looked at the time and gave three minutes of added time to the first half.
After two minutes of added time,
Saka took advantage of Mendy's negligence, and when the opponent's playback slowed down, he
After receiving the pass, he quickly rushed to Real Madrid's right baseline and passed an inverted triangle cross.
Harland faced a difficult confrontation and forced a half-turn to finish the goal.
Goalkeeper Courtois once again failed to keep the goal.
The Arsenal fans roared loudly, feeling that this game was exciting.
However, the referee received a notification from Var outside the field and he indicated that the goal was invalid.
Because Saka was offside at the moment when he passed the ball.
but,
The team that failed to score did not fight for it. They quickly returned to defense. Even if they didn't score this time, there would be another time.
They still have a whole "second half" left! !
(End of chapter)
