There are many reasons for the change in formation. First, the main right forward captain Roten entered the injury list and was unable to play in this game, and the strength of the substitutes on the wing was very different. Even if Zhang Mu asked Sisinho to replace Roten, the newly joined Brazilian side could not be able to quickly integrate into the team.

Moreover, the opponent uses the tactic of defensive counterattack, and Monaco has passed the time to attack in the opponent's half. It is obvious that a forward is not reused in the penalty area, and two forwards are needed to end the opportunity created by his teammates.

At this time, there is no meaning to defend the back midfielder. Since the opponent is a defensive counterattack, Zhang Mu requires the defense line not to press too far when attacking, so that it can not only defend the opponent's counterattack, but also save the position of defending the back midfielder.

As for the overall tactics, it is naturally the best way to play through the whole pass and control. It gradually oppresses the opponent, places the position in the opponent's half, and uses strong strength to attack the opponent's defense. This is also Zhang Mu's consistent way of playing with his overall advantage in Ligue 1.

However, Zhang Mu didn't have time to let the whole team practice such a playing style before the battle. After all, it is not fun to reveal the team's tactical secrets in front of the opponent. Moreover, the players are familiar with this playing style, and they can perform at the best level even if they don't practice on the spot.

So when the Monaco team came to Lyon, they did not arrange any special training, but only carried out restorative strength training in the hotel. This was also a helpless move. The team's physical condition was worrying.

When the Monaco players gathered in the morning, Zhang Mu knew that the players' physical fitness was not recovering well, after all, with the intensive schedule and back-and-forth running, it was difficult for Iron Man not to say he was tired.

Zhang Mu suddenly felt that Santini's tactics were more reasonable, and he welcomed Monaco with a wait-for-all defense counterattack tactic, which was really cunning.

He felt like he was a little trapped.

Why fight Lyon away?

Monaco is now leading with points, and the lead has as many as 6 points. In other words, it is Lyon, not Monaco. If Lyon wants to retain hope of winning the championship, then it must win this game. So why should Monaco give up its strategic advantage and strive for a win that is of little significance?

If you have to fight for victory, it may be that Zhang Mu wants to avenge the revenge that he failed to win away, but these illusory things can be compared with the actual interests of the team. Of course, Zhang Mu can clearly distinguish which one is more important.

In fact, this is also the difference between Zhang Mu and his rich experience in coaches. If it were those world-renowned coaches, they would have long thought about the physical condition of the players, rather than making tactics with a slap in their heads.

Changing the tactics is what Zhang Mu thought of temporarily. If you want to win the championship, you don’t need to estimate that much. Even if you are guarding away from home, so what if you know that even Lyon, who is fighting at home, will have to fight a defensive counterattack. Who can say that Monaco is conservative?

So Zhang Mu quickly summoned the coaching team to study tactics. As for the players, they were free to move after strength training, as long as they didn't go outside to cause trouble.

"Guys, I know you're wondering why I changed my tactics in the face of the game. I had to pass the game away and control the strong attack before, but it turned into a steady defense counterattack." Zhang Mu went straight to the point, and there was no time to open the remarks or jokes at this time.

"Yes, I didn't expect you to change your tactics on the spot. Although we did not train this tactic before the game, is this a bit inappropriate? Although it is safe to defend and counterattack, it may not necessarily guarantee victory over the opponent." Assistant coach Pettit was a little confused. This did not look like Zhang Mu's personality at all.

"There is no way. I originally planned to attack away, but the physical fitness of the players is really bad. We can't ignore the physical condition of the players for a game. We can't joke about the results of that season. Yes, I really want to win this game, but not at the cost of the failure of the whole season."

The assistant coaches just give suggestions, but the real tactics still have to be decided by Zhang Mu. Their job is to assist, not oppose.

Next, the assistant coaches will do the changes to the tactics with the players, and Zhang Mu will also attend the press conference.

When he came to the press conference, he underestimated the impact of the game on Ligue 1. The reporters not only slowly made the originally spacious news hall, but also had many people standing. It is estimated that if the French president was assassinated, there might be so many reporters. Zhang Mu had never seen it at other times.

Of course, Zhang Mu could not be frightened by this scene. Even though he was quite young, he never put himself in the position of a young man.

When Santini started speaking, Zhang Mu was observing this famous Ligue 1 coach. Being able to lead Lyon to dominate Ligue 1 forever is also his success. But now that Zhang Mu is here, his path to defending the title is extremely spectator.

"Tomorrow's game is very important. I believe everyone understands the current situation in Ligue 1. Other teams have no chance of competing for the championship. The championship will be destined to be between the two teams, Lyon and Monaco." Santini talked about the championship situation like a prophet. Of course, he said it basically conforms to the reality. No one thinks that teams such as Marseille Bordeaux behind can threaten the leading edge of the two teams.

"And because of our distracted energy in our eyes of two-line battles, we were six points behind Monaco in the league. Fortunately, there is still a long time before the end of the league, and we can have a lot of time to surpass. This game is the beginning. We have to beat Monaco at home to get three points. This is a game worth six points, and I think we will laugh to the end."

Santini was full of confidence. Of course, this seemed to be true. As for what he thought in his heart, no one knew. Zhang Mu was more willing to believe that he was stubborn.

After Santini's speech ended, there was no applause from the audience. Then the press officer of Lyon handed the microphone to the visiting team coach Zhang Mu, and the reporters were looking forward to Zhang Mu's shocking remarks.
Chapter completed!