princely elegance

Chapter 133
Since Gago was Basile's favorite player when he was in Boca, he has a good understanding of the core characteristics of Real Madrid.And Gago has watched all Real Madrid games this season, and he is also familiar with Gago's changing playing style. Coupled with the training camps in the past few days, Basile has made it clear that Gago is in the blue. The location of the White Army.

Libero midfielder, versatile, jack-of-all-trades!
Riquelme must become the core to be able to play his ability, but Gago is not the same, his playing style is very flexible.In Real Madrid this season, he first played as an organizational midfielder, and then was asked by Capello to play as a left midfielder because of his ability to break through and score goals.He also performed very well in this position. After Robinho performed well, he retreated to the position of the defensive midfielder and still performed well.When necessary, he will advance in the opponent's half to organize the team's offense, and this position is similar to the midfielder.

After comprehensive information, Basile gave Gago the position of midfielder Libero. Since Gago is a right-footed player, he is believed to be able to perform at a first-class level in the position of right midfielder.

And in order to arrange this suitable position for Gago in the midfield of the national team, Basile took great pains.He discussed this issue with a group of his assistant coaches for a long time, and it was not confirmed until the last two days of the training camp.

And after Gago joined the main side, the strength shown by the Argentine stars in the past two days also surprised him.Gago is very clear that with his current self, he still can't compete for Riquelme's core position, so he can play support in the midfield with peace of mind.Instead of fighting for the ball like Veron, this fully activates Pampas' luxurious midfield configuration.

Although Riquelme has excellent ball control ability, if the opponent is determined to counterattack, the advantage of numbers can completely freeze him.Facing a siege of three or four players, even Riquelme couldn't easily play the ball.

At this time, Gago will come over to respond, as the first receiving point around him.Before the opponent encircles Riquelme, transfer the organizational tasks to his side. If the opponent still defends Riquelme, then Gago will let the opponent see the core strength of Real Madrid.

And Gago's defensive ability is not weak, he can act as the first barrier in the midfield, so that Mascherano and Cambiasso behind have enough time to organize the second line of defense.

This "light and dark dual-core" tactic is the nirvana that Basile has been practicing in the last time.Although people will see through as long as they play more games, but even if Argentina wins the Copa America, it will play at most six games.In such a short period of time, it is completely possible to use this set of tactics to the final.

Since Gago joined the main team, Argentina's star national team has finally been able to win.Originally, the substitute team used a defensive tactic against the main attack, and the attack was completely handed over to Gago, Carlos Tevez and Milito in the frontcourt.This set of Magic Birds led Inter Milan to win the Triple Crown tactic was used by Gago with great proficiency.

And now Gago has become the main force. Although Aimar has excellent skills, his physical confrontation ability is not enough to resist the double defensive line of Mascherano and Cambiasso.Leading to Carlos Tevez and Milito isolated in the frontcourt.

On the main side, with Gago on the side to share the pressure, and without grabbing the ball, Riquelme showed the ability of a midfielder.Every time an unnoticed pass penetrated the defense of the bench, the ability of Crespo, a world-class killer, to seize the opportunity made Messi amazing.

After the last five days of training, the main lineup was determined.

The goalkeeper is Abundan Cheri, the main goalkeeper of Getafe this year is very good, and Getafe led by Schuster is the team with the fewest goals conceded in La Liga.In addition to having an excellent defense line, it is the credit of this Pampas national gate.

The four defensemen are Zanetti, Ayala, Millito and Heinze.It is a pity for Gago that Basile gave up Samuel, the world's top central defender. Speaking of the top central defender in the history of Pampas, his journey to the national team is a tragedy.The former coach Pekerman looked down on him because of his poor performance in Real Madrid, and the current Basile once gave him a chance.But because of his poor performance in Argentina's 0-3 defeat to Brazil, he was blacklisted in Basile.It is a tragedy that this America's Cup was not able to enter the squad.

The midfield is a luxurious combination of Mascherano, Cambiasso, Riquelme and Gago.Although this combination only lasted for two days, the strength shown made all the players full of confidence.

On the forward line, Crespo is the main force, and Messi occupies the second position due to his outstanding performance in Barcelona.Carlos Tevez, who is also from Boca, can still occasionally come off the bench, while Milito is a complete tragedy. The silver boots of La Liga can't even get time for the bench in the Blue and White Legion.

Gago can't do anything about this, and he can't say that Messi's performance in the national team is cheating, and it would be better to let Milito go up.Gago, the shooter whom he admired very much, could only comfort him with words.

"Diego, it doesn't look very good."

On the last day of the training camp in Buenos Aires, after the practice match, Gago came to Milito with a bottle of water.In this game, the substitute side was slaughtered by the main force 4:0, Milito's performance can be said to be extremely bad.Gago could see that it was because he didn't feel any hope of playing, so he was a bit self-destructive.Otherwise, with the ability of him and Carlos Tevez, it is impossible for Argentina's defense line, which is barely better than Real Madrid, to have no pressure at all.

"Thank you, you know, the coach doesn't like me."

After receiving the water that Gago handed him, Milito reluctantly showed a smile, and then said something darkly.To be honest, he is very envious of a talented boy like Gago, and Milito's lifelong dream is to join a giant.But he always passes by the giants, and can only hang out in the middle and lower teams.

And Gago has attracted the attention of the entire European giants before he left Argentina, and they are vying to invite him to join.After Gago landed in Real Madrid with the price of the king, he even became the prince of the Bernabeu with his amazing performance.This kind of genius with smooth sailing and brilliance makes him, a shooter who has had a bumpy journey, feel dazzling.

"Don't worry, I know your strength. If you train hard, the coach will see it. There will always be a chance for you to play. If you don't grasp it because of your poor state, I'm afraid it will be even worse. Regret it."

Although Gago is a junior in terms of age in front of Milito, the current appearance is completely a senior encouraging the younger.However, his status in the national team is indeed higher than the tragedy of Milito. Although those old guys are unwilling to admit it, they still know that the future of Pampas belongs to the generation of Gago and Messi.So it is also very courteous to these talented young people.

"Thanks, I see what you mean."

After hearing this, Milito's face finally returned to normal, and he was also very confident in his own strength.However, the fierce competition for the national team's strikers made him see no hope. Basile's first choice was Crespo and Messi, followed by Tevez, who basically had no playing time among the four.But when Gago said this, he also knew that he was thinking too much. No matter what, as long as he entered the national team, Basile would definitely give him playing time, even if it was garbage time.As long as he can grasp the goal, it is not a dream to become the main force in the future.

"Your strength is only known to opponents like me who have fought against you. Don't give up."

Gago patted Milito on the shoulder, stood up, and prepared to start physical reserves.He has just finished an intense season. Although his physical fitness is good, it is good to be able to save a little more now. ,

After talking with Gago, Milito also began to return to normal. This shooter he liked very much in his previous life can be said to be the most underestimated star in the entire Nerazzurri.

After the five-day training camp, the Argentine national team is preparing to go to Venezuela, the host of this America's Cup, known as the "Country of Beautiful Women".

Before that, Adidas, the jersey sponsor of the Argentine national team, also sent the blue and white team jersey this time.In the national team, Gago was not polite and expressed his desire to be No. 5.And no one in the team competed with him. Gago deserved the great number 5.

Compared with Gago's success, Messi is more pitiful. He wants No. 10, the most brilliant number in Pampas.But Riquelme, as the core, said that he would wear No. 10, and No. 10, which is as important as No. 9, belongs to the national team's top star Crespo.

Even the number 11 was given to his direct descendant Carlos Tevez by Basile, and the indignant Briquette King could only choose the remaining number 18.

After everyone had chosen their numbers and was about to leave for Venezuela, the team added three assistant coaches.The big names of these three assistant coaches make Riquelme, who has his eyes above the top, have to bow his head to greet him.

On the bus to the airport, Maradona, with a protruding belly the size of a ball, gave a speech to the juniors of the national team to boost morale.

Beside him is Basile with a wry smile. He has a very good relationship with Maradona, so he didn't say anything about such an outrageous behavior.

On the other side, Gago looked very cramped sitting by the window.Beside him was Redondo with a smile on his face. Although the former prince was slightly fatter, his charming demeanor still made Gago feel the pressure.

Beside Messi is Caniggia, whose long hair is still flowing, and the smile on his face makes Messi equally at a loss.

Ps: Thanks to Victory－Zilong for the reward!

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