Born to be a coach [soccer]

The Stadium of Light, the game against Derby County is about to start.The players have finished warming up and are about to come out of the player tunnel.

Anton is now sitting on the dugout with assistant coach Russell.Anton suddenly heard someone calling his name. Looking back, he saw the few fans he met outside the Stadium of Light last time, all standing in the stands not far from the coach's bench.Some waved Sunderland scarves, some pointed to the Sunderland team crest on their clothes, and some shouted "We are the best No.12", echoing Anton's plea to the fans last time .

Anton nodded to them and gave them a thumbs up.The fans shouted in unison: "We want to win, we deserve a victory!" The shouts instantly infected the other stands, and the entire Stadium of Light echoed like a tsunami with the same voice: "We deserve a victory! "

More than nine months, nearly [-] days, Victory has been away for too long, it is time to come back.

The shouts of the fans also touched the players on the field.From the captain Garner down, most of the players were moved, and some, like the fans, reached out to touch the team logo on the jersey.Only the main striker Darren Vincent looked a little sloppy, untouched by the enthusiasm of the home fans.

Russell muttered dissatisfiedly: "Vincent really thinks he is a mercenary?"

Vincent was bought by the team at a high price from Tottenham Hotspur last season. During the summer window last year, he reached an agreement with the team that he will not transfer away for the time being, and expects the team to return to the Premier League next season.But seeing that the team is not only hopeless for promotion, but also may be further relegated, Vincent is eager to leave the team. Not only has the recent training been abnormal, but it is said that he has contacted other clubs in private and wants to give him a chance in the winter window. Find a "good way out" for yourself.

Anton reached out and pushed the glasses on the bridge of his nose, staring at Vincent intently.Vincent noticed Anton's gaze, straightened his chest quickly, stood at attention, and nodded slightly at Anton, expressing that he had remembered Anton's instructions.

This happened at Guangming Academy this morning.The players arrived at the training base on time to make final preparations for the game.Only Vincent was late, blocked by Anton in the lobby of the training base.

"Hi Darren, how are you doing today?" Anton greeted gently.

Vincent probably guessed what Anton was going to say, and said with a smile: "Sir, if you want to hear the truth, I will tell you, it's not good at all." It is already too difficult for him to stay as a striker who has grown up until now.

"But I have a contract with the club, and I must respect this contract!" Vincent shrugged and made a face at Anton, "That's why I'm here today."

Vincent is 26 years old this year, and it is rumored in the team that Anton is about the same age as him, so Vincent has less respect for Anton.

Anton smiled politely and said to Vincent: "Darren, I'm glad you have such a sense of contract. However, the two games in front of you are very important to you, so don't take it lightly!" He said " For you" was emphatically emphasized, and after saying this, he left, leaving Vincent behind.

If Vincent wants to transfer in this winter window and seek a better future for himself, the last few games must be bright, so that potential clubs will come to him.It is about interests and future, these words will definitely impress Vincent.Anton deliberately didn't say it directly, but let Vincent think for himself. Once he figured it out, he would have a deeper understanding.Judging from the situation in front of him, it was obvious that Vincent had already figured everything out.

As soon as the whistle blows, the game begins.

On the field, the Sunderland players wore the home red and white arrow shirts, while the opponents wore black jerseys and gray shorts.

Their opponent Derby County is also a century-old "old team". It is now ranked 24th among the 12 teams in the British Championship. Want nothing" team.Derby County manager Najel Clough happens to share the same surname as Sunderland's most famous player of all time, Brian Clough.Therefore, Sunderland fans inexplicably have some goodwill towards each other and respect each other very much.The sense of tension in the stands is not enough.

The home team, Sunderland, took the lead. Captain Garner chose to pass the ball back to Henderson. Henderson had a good vision. Going down, crossing, and the teammate who rushed up to respond lightly with his toe.The ball went over the head of the Derby County keeper - it bounced off the lintel and went off the end line.

"Ugh--"

There was a disappointed sigh from the stands, but then there was applause, "Darren, great job!" Many fans paid tribute to Vincent.It was none other than Vincent who received the pass from his teammate and shot skillfully.Although this goal was a little bit of luck, the crossbar of the Stadium of Light did not help, but the sharp attack at the beginning gave the fans a lot of hope.

Sunderland's current formation is closer to 451. Vincent is a single striker, followed by three attacking midfielders, followed by two midfielders and four defenders.The opponent Derby County's formation is 442, and the attack line is composed of two main forwards, Rob Hulson and Chris Kommers.In the first 20 minutes, the two sides interacted with each other, and Sunderland didn't have many opportunities, but Nubel made more bottoms and created two corner kicks.Sunderland have the upper hand in total shots and corners.

In the 22nd minute, captain Garner launched an attack near the center circle. This time he did not rely on the two sides like the previous attacks, but dribbled the ball and broke into the penalty area.The two central defenders of Derby County came up to intercept together, and for a while ignored Vincent who was running without the ball.At this time, Garner suddenly stopped, turned around and knocked the ball horizontally to Vincent who was already in place.The Derby County defender couldn't catch up in time, Vincent then swayed past the goalkeeper, pushed his arch slightly, and the ball rolled into the net.

"GOAL!"

"Goal scored!"

"We're ahead!"

The Stadium of Light immediately became a sea of ​​cheers.Vincent came to the sidelines, stood proudly with his arms folded, and listened to the fans shouting his name rhythmically: "Darren, Darren, Darren..." Even though Vincent had long thought of leaving , but standing on the sidelines and listening to the roaring and tsunami-like colorful sounds, Vincent still felt sincere enjoyment-forwards were born for this moment.

"He didn't thank Lorrick who made the ball for him." Russell was sitting next to Anton at this time, and couldn't help but play his taunting attribute again.Captain Garner was running towards Vincent to celebrate with other team members, but Vincent obviously ignored him.

Anton came to the sideline at this time, waved to the players on the field and made a gesture.Henderson noticed and quickly told Captain Garner.Then Derby County kicked off in the middle circle, Henderson's position was delayed by a few meters, and the formation of the entire team changed from 451 to 541.

"Is it too early to start setting up the bus so early?" It was not someone else who spoke, but the opponent's head coach Najiel Clough who stood on the sidelines and directed the game just like Anton.Anton smiled: "Whether there is a bus or not, we will know in a while."

Strengthening protection after scoring a goal and taking the opportunity to adjust the rhythm of the game are exactly the "guidelines" Anton set for the team this time.

The important task of changing the formation was given to Henderson by Anton, who valued the 19-year-old's good physical fitness, wide range of running and aggressive fighting.He can press effectively when the team is shrinking and pass the ball accurately when the team is pressing.

Derby County fell behind by one goal and immediately began to attack aggressively.Sunderland was waiting for the formation, and the entire formation shrunk. Except for Vincent who was still swimming in front, everyone even returned to their own half to participate in the defense.

"Stolen the ball!" The fans yelled, seeing Henderson steal the ball from the Derby team's offensive player, looked up, and saw a big foot forward.At the same time Vincent started, running towards the point where the ball landed - Sunderland now played a defensive counterattack, Henderson fed the cake with precision, and Vincent ate comfortably.Derby County's two backs chased back at the same time, and they couldn't catch up at all.

Seeing that Sunderland's counterattack became single-handedly, the fans held their breath, seeing that the cheers were about to sound, replaced by a burst of regret: "Alas——"

Vincent stepped on the goalkeeper, and it turned out to be big.The goalkeeper first hugged the ball with both hands, and then Vincent fell in the penalty area, but this was of no avail, he wasted this great opportunity.

"I..." The irritable Russell jumped up from the coach's bench, almost swearing.Anton stood on the sidelines, motionless like a mountain, although he also felt a little pity in his heart.

But when Vincent ran back from the opponent's penalty area, he still gave Henderson a thumbs up, thanking him for this precise "feeding".

The game has since entered a stalemate, seeing the 40th minute, the first half of the game is coming to an end.Anton felt that the players on the field were a little slack.He quickly gestured to Garner, asking the captain to cheer everyone up.Garner clapped his hands and shouted a few words, but the effect was not obvious.

Sure enough, it didn't take long. In the 43rd minute, Hulson broke into the penalty area with the ball and knocked it across to Kong Moss.Sunderland missed a point in the back position, and it was too late when he came up to intercept again.Kong Mosi raised his foot and shot, and the angle was not tricky.Sunderland goalkeeper Craig Gordon had touched the ball, but it deflected and flew into the goal.

"God—"

The fans in the stands held their heads together and cried out in pain in unison.Sunderland still failed to escape the old road of being tied.The few away fans cheered together, setting off the frustration of the home team.

Anton also felt a voice in his heart scold heavily: There is definitely something wrong with this goalkeeper. His hand shape is completely wrong when he saves, and he doesn't look like a professional goalkeeper at all.He couldn't even imagine how this guy Gordon became Sunderland's first-choice goalkeeper.

But his mission was to fill in these loopholes for Sunderland.It is better to expose the problem early than to wait until the last moment to give yourself a fatal blow.

The referee blew the whistle for halftime, and Anton immediately turned and left the coach's bench and went to the locker room.As soon as he reached the door of the locker room, he immediately turned back to look for Russell.

"Brother Russell, I need your help."

After hearing Anton's request, Russell clenched his fists and asked Anton, "You want me to teach them a good lesson?"

Anton nodded: "Yes, by the way, please teach Captain Lorick how to scold these players well on the field!"

He needs someone to wake up this group of players. They still have 45 minutes, and in the remaining 45 minutes, they will definitely not be distracted.They can't lose, they can't draw, they want to win!

The author has something to say: save character for the black cat, and send a red envelope to the babies who leave a message under this chapter.

Checked last night, the Black Cats Sunderland are now in League One (Britain's third tier), with one game less, in third place, two points away from second.The top two players in League One are automatically promoted to the Championship every season, and No.3 to No.6 will play a crazy play-off. Only one winner can be promoted to the Championship.I hope the Black Cats will be promoted to the championship smoothly this season.

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