Chapter 9 Departure
On the afternoon of June 13, on the training ground of the Danish team, Olsen took the last training class before the game completely closed. Although everyone was used to the closed one, it was undoubtedly much stricter this time. Moreover, the hotel staff moved several speakers next to the stadium, and many players were confused.
"What does it mean? Qin?" Bentner, who was beside him, asked Qin Tian curiously, "Play music for us?"
"Haha, you'll know later." Qin Tian smiled mysteriously.
After all the players arrived, dozens of hotel staff sat down on the side of the field, and everyone was holding Uwuzula. When they were in groups and confronted each other, the answer was revealed. In addition to the staff on the side of the field, the sound of Uwuzula played on the several speakers made the Danish players feel even more broken.
The familiar sound of flying flies once again made the players feel the feeling when they first heard this sound, "Oh, my goodness." Bentner was still complaining, but Qin Tian's pass had already come. It was obvious that Xiao Ben did not stop the ball well, and a big mistake.
Before Qin Tian could remind him, Olson on the sidelines had already started yelling, "What are you doing? Focus on, focus on!"
Bentner looked bitter. In the subsequent training process, in addition to Bentner, many players of the Danish team were obviously disturbed by the outside world, and their turnover rate increased significantly. Several assistant coaches who originally felt that the interference of the outside world might not be a big problem also looked serious.
In the following training, you can see assistant coaches standing in every corner of the stadium, staring at several people, strictly whipping them, and trying to keep the players from blocking the interference of the sound. Finally, the efforts gained the rewards, and the Denmark played decently.
Ag in the backcourt made a long pass, Romedal headed the ball, and after Qin Tian got the ball in the middle, he turned around 180 degrees and passed the ball straight to Bentner in front. Bentner chased after the substitute player, and after getting the ball, he lies down on the spot and shoots the ball into the net.
The entire offense was very smooth, without any extra pauses or hesitation. Although the final shot was a bit ugly, the training effect was achieved, and Olsen was very satisfied.
After the training, when the players took a group bath, Qin Tian also began to perform the responsibilities his captain should have, communicated with each player seriously, analyzed the problems that had just occurred in the training, and prepared to report them to the coaches in the evening analysis meeting. Especially for Bentner, Qin Tian specifically reminded him to pay attention. It is still just training. When it comes to the game, Bentner's previous performance will obviously not satisfy the boss.
In the evening, the whole team watched the video of the group matches for the past two days and the match that day. The Korean team unexpectedly won the Greek team 2:0. When they saw the Koreans celebrating ecstatically after the game, Qin Tian always felt a little empty in his heart. He couldn't help but think of the zg team. South Korea and Japan took the lead in showing their strength in the World Cup. When will it be zg's turn?
In another focus battle, Messi, as the core, Argentina defeated the African Eagles 1-0 in the atmosphere of Uzura cheering for the Nigerian team with all his might, showing a certain strength. However, overall performance, Argentina was obviously affected by too many factors that were disturbed by the outside world and could not exert all its strength.
In the game on the 13th day, England, which has always been the favorite to win the championship, was tied 1:1 by the United States, and Algeria lost to Slovenia by 1 goal.
On the morning of the game, Olson summoned all the players to explain today's tactics. The game was held in the afternoon, which was also the last tactical class before the game. What tactics to be used in the afternoon and the issues to be paid attention to must be emphasized one by one.
In fact, every national team now, especially those strong teams, no matter who enters the national team, the staff of the national team will tailor a set of training plans for it, including diet, sleep, tactics, physical fitness, advantages and disadvantages, etc. Regarding the tactics that the team often uses, you will organize everything you should do in this set of tactics one by one and hand it over to everyone.
However, Olsen has a characteristic. Although the tactics are explained very clearly in the booklet, Olsen will still make it difficult to emphasize it again before each game. Especially this is the first appearance of the World Cup. As the saying goes, a good start will help the next game. Perhaps the Danish team does not need to compete with the Dutch team for the first place, but it must put more pressure on the opponent.
"If the biggest flaw of the Netherlands is, then it is obvious that it is their defense line. Matsen and Van Bronkhorst are already veterans, with slow turn and no advantage in speed. Nicklas, use your speed and physical fitness to constantly attack these two people."
Bentner nodded, saying that he knew.
"And Romedal, your mission is the same as Nicklas, just hit the opponent's defense line on the right side hard." Seeing Romedal nodding, Olsen continued, "The Dutch team's offense is very passionate and aggressive. If you use something to describe it, then the 'tide' is undoubtedly very appropriate.
Of course, Robben has confirmed that he will not start, but the remaining three are not objects to be underestimated. Sneider, Van der Fate and Van Persie often exchange positions in the frontcourt and penetrate back and forth into the defensive hinterland. This is a common offensive method they use.
If this method cannot work for a short time, then Van Bomel behind them or Sneijder in front will keep shooting from a long shot outside the top of the penalty area to find opportunities to score," Olsen said as he drew circles on the names of several people.
"It should be said that the Netherlands is not a team with balanced offense and defense. They are very active in the midfield and frontcourt area, but when they push forward, especially when they can't open the situation for a long time, there will be a lot of room behind them. So, my requirement is that when all players, especially offensive players, must attack very decisively and make quick moves, and do not need to take a long time to dispose of the ball, but quickly penetrate into the front of the opponent's penalty area and complete the attack.
Facing such a team, I don’t know how you feel. Anyway, I think the outside world thinks that it’s easy for the Dutch team to win us. I feel very uncomfortable when I hear it. You have to know that we have our own glory. We are never afraid of any team. We never compete with each other in language. We use our feet to tell them that the final victory belongs to the Danish team.”
After talking about tactics and mobilization, Olsen signaled Michel to play out some highlights of the goals and the conceded goals in the last few games of the Netherlands, and explained while playing how the opponent attacked and why he conceded the goal. "After watching the highlights of the opponent's game again, everyone may feel that the Dutch team is strong, so this game will not be easy."
Immediately afterwards, Olsen played the Danish team's goals conceded in the last few games, especially some goals that should have been scored, and the scenes that were not scored in the end will also be reviewed. "Everyone has seen that we have one thing in the goals and conceded, and some missed balls. We have one thing in common, right? Decisive! The opportunities on the football field are changing, and there is not so much time for you to think about. Everyone must be highly focused and have no distractions. There is only one thing to do on the court, that is, playing football!
I have said enough about the importance of this game. Finally, I just want to give you a suggestion, calmness. When the situation is not open or passive, don’t panic. If you deal with moves, you should be slow and fast. Stop the opponent, lure the opponent, drag them to our rhythm, and then kill with one blow.
Qin, when necessary, your task is to attract the opponent's defensive power and pass the ball to a dangerous place. In this game, Van Marvik will definitely have a lot of defensive plans for you. I will not assign tasks to you, you can make your own judgment."
"No problem, boss, I know what to do," Qin Tian nodded. Although he wanted to score a goal in the World Cup, Qin Tian knew when collective interests would be greater than personal interests. As long as the final victory, all sacrifices would be worth it. Moreover, Qin Tian felt that he might not have no chance to tear open the opponent's goal.
Finally, Olson once again emphasized the defense of the back line, and actively fighting, and must be very active.
After lunch, after a short rest, all the players of the Danish team came to the hotel lobby, waiting for the punishment instructions. Through the huge glass wall in the hall, Qin Tian looked at the very beautiful pastoral scenery outside, and the voices of the communication between reporters outside the hotel who had been waiting for a long time came from time to time. All of this seemed to tell Qin Tian that his debut was about to begin soon.
"What's wrong, Qin, I'm a little nervous." I don't know when Thomason walked to Qin Tian's side. He was not as relaxed as he seemed without the competition task.
Qin Tian thought about it and nodded, "Yes, I don't know why I'm a little inexplicably nervous."
"Haha, it's normal. After all, it's your first World Cup. Sometimes this kind of nervousness is just caused by the excitement and expectation of life. You young, it's a good thing to be nervous."
Qin Tian thought about it, he was actually mixed and had more excitement. He was just because he was too eager to participate in the World Cup, so he had such a complex emotion. Looking at his teammates around him, everyone seemed to be similar to him, using his own way to relieve stress. Some listened to music, some closed their eyes to rest, some didn't know what magazine to read, and some were just staring blankly, but they were not idle.
Everyone is waiting, waiting for the coaching staff, waiting for the start of their World Cup journey.
At this time, the elevator door opened, and the old coach Olsen walked out first. His hair was obviously just taken care of, very neat, and he looked energetic. He had a straight suit and a bright tie. He seemed to be in his 10s younger. Behind him, the members of the coaching team were all the same capable and energetic.
"Okay, guys, go!"
Chapter completed!