"Forest team did beautifully . " Taylor, on the viewing platform, praised the home team, who had managed to retain their lead in the first half . "Of course, I'm not referring to their style of football, or the one-point lead they have . In truth, Arsenal's defensive line has been problematic for the last two rounds, allowing their opponents to score . However, the control Forest has over the pace of the match is telling . . . "
" . . . Of a chance to overtake Arsenal!" Gray shouted, without any fear of offending Arsenal's supporters .
Although Tang En could not hear the praises being sung of him by the two commentators, he could see that Forest had the advantage from the situation on the field . The resounding cheers from the spectators' stand for Forest team did not stop for a single moment . Even assistant manager David Kerslake, who sat next to him, could not stop smiling as he watched the match . He had not expected results like this, being able to lead by a point and completely restrict their opponents .
But Tang En only frowned joylessly . From time to time, the lens of the camera panned to his face . With that expression, he was sure to mislead anyone who had just switched on their televisions to think that Forest had fallen behind .
With Forest's current abilities against an opponent like Arsenal, having a one-point lead was not enough to stop Tang En from worrying .
1:0 . In Tang En's opinion, that was the most unstable score possible .
Soon, the main referee blew the whistle signalling the end of the first half amidst the cheers of Forest's fans . The players from Arsenal hung their heads as they quickly made their way towards the players' corridor . It was not that they were unhappy with the score . Rather, they were upset that they had remained at a disadvantage throughout the entire first half; that they had been beaten into helplessness by a newly promoted team and been unable to render any effective offense in return . Although they lead the league in their technical ability, a combination of rough fouling, forceful pressing with disregard for stamina, numerous little tricks, and a splash of bias from the referee had forced them into a corner .
Returning to the locker room, Arsenal's players were panting roughly . They looked even more tired than Forest's players, who had been running non-stop for the entire first half .
Of course, Wenger did not consider that a sign of a physical issue . He stood in the locker room and scanned his audience . No matter what, the players could not lose their morale .
The Frenchman started speaking . "I thought that the most important match was the previous round of the league . "
He spoke with an even, unhurried tone at a normal volume . It was almost as if he was speaking about something that had nothing to do with himself .
"Do you still remember how painfully we were whacked by Middlesbrough on our home ground? In three minutes, we lost two straight goals and let our opponents overtake us with a score of 1:3 . At that point, everyone thought we were goners; that the pressure of trying to level with an undefeated record was too much for us . But what was the final score? 5:3 . "
Wenger stretched out his hands, indicating five on his left and three on his right .
"After that match, I thought that you guys had already figured out how to deal with this record thing . We may be Forest's opponents, but their manager, Tony Twain, said something very true: 'Records were made to be broken . ' Put your hearts into the match, and don't think about anything that comes after . "
At that point, Wenger looked at Fàbregas . The Spanish boy was still trying to catch his breath, his head down . It seemed like he was thoroughly pestered by George Wood in the first half .
Wenger asked, "Cesc, what do you think of Number 13?"
In response to the manager's question, Fàbregas looked up, his breath suddenly becoming steady . He shook his head . "It's no problem . I can deal with it . "
Wenger smiled and made no move to strike at the youth's pride . But that was in spite of what he could see; Fàbregas was not performing well in the face of George Wood . Wood surpassed him physically . Perhaps if it was Patrick Vieira playing, the situation would be different . His experience, technique, and fitness would all allow them to regain control of the midfield . Unfortunately, Vieira had gotten injured before the start of the season .
"Good . In the second half, make sure you reduce your time in possession of the ball . "
Fàbregas nodded . It was a first for Fàbregas to be met with such a setback twice in a row against a no-name player like George Wood .
Wenger knew what Fàbregas must be thinking, but said nothing . Instead, he turned to the Captain, Henry, to discuss their successes and failures in the first half . With one watching from the manager's seat, and the other experiencing the match in the field, both of them had to put their heads together to discuss their thoughts .
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On the other side, the atmosphere in Forest's locker room was not as exultant as one would expect . Tang En's brows, which were still tightly furrowed, were noticed by the players coming in . His expression made them unsure if they had done badly in some way, and all of them to quieted down .
Fortunately, Tang En quickly answered their unspoken question . "Do you know why I'm still frowning? You guys did very well, and I should commend you . But I hope you realize that the match still has 45 minutes left . A one-point lead is not much insurance, and after the goal in the first half, we spent put way too much effort into defense . In the next half, we need to make some changes…"
He pointed to the tactical board, which was already drawn up with the formation of both teams .
"Ribéry and Ashley Young . When we're in possession, I want the two of you to cut inwards and allow Baines and Chimbonda to come up into the wings to pull on the full backs from Arsenal . When you have an opportunity, try to cut in from the sides of the penalty area . "
Tang En drew an arrow as he explained, "Demi, your mission is to send the ball to the same area in their defensive line . If the opponents start taking notice of your position, send the ball straight to the mid path . "
Albertini nodded in affirmation as he looked at the crisscrossing arrows and lines on the tactical board . He felt good about his condition in the match; it should be no problem for him to send out such a ball .
Tang En then looked at Wood and said, "George . When we are attacking, your main priority is to protect Demi . You know what to do, right?"
Wood nodded .
"Excellent . Everyone knows what their target is . Don't slack! Our opponents are not of a League One team . I hope we can all celebrate a victory together when the match is over!"
Tang En clapped his hands and held up his fist .
"Let those who looked down on us go to hell!"
Chapter 217 Adjustments Part 2Translator Nyoi Bo Studio Editor Nyoi Bo Studio Forest team did beautifully . Taylor, on the viewing platform, praised the home team, who had managed to retain their lead in the first half . Of course, I m not referring to their style of football, or the one point lead they have . In truth, Arsenal s defensive line has been problematic for the last two rounds, allowing their opponents to score . However, the control Forest has over the pace of the match is telling . . . . . . Of a chance to overtake Arsenal Gray shouted, without any fear of offending Arsenal s supporters . Although Tang En could not hear the praises being sung of him by the two commentators, he could see that Forest had the advantage from the situation on the field . The resounding cheers from the spectators stand for Forest team did not stop for a single moment . Even assistant manager David Kerslake, who sat next to him, could not stop smiling as he watched the match . He had not expected results like this, being able to lead by a point and completely restrict their opponents . But Tang En only frowned joylessly . From time to time, the lens of the camera panned to his face . With that expression, he was sure to mislead anyone who had just switched on their televisions to think that Forest had fallen behind . With Forest s current abilities against an opponent like Arsenal, having a one point lead was not enough to stop Tang En from worrying . 1 0 . In Tang En s opinion, that was the most unstable score possible . Soon, the main referee blew the whistle signalling the end of the first half amidst the cheers of Forest s fans . The players from Arsenal hung their heads as they quickly made their way towards the players corridor . It was not that they were unhappy with the score . Rather, they were upset that they had remained at a disadvantage throughout the entire first half that they had been beaten into helplessness by a newly promoted team and been unable to render any effective offense in return . Although they lead the league in their technical ability, a combination of rough fouling, forceful pressing with disregard for stamina, numerous little tricks, and a splash of bias from the referee had forced them into a corner . Returning to the locker room, Arsenal s players were panting roughly . They looked even more tired than Forest s players, who had been running non stop for the entire first half . Of course, Wenger did not consider that a sign of a physical issue . He stood in the locker room and scanned his audience . No matter what, the players could not lose their morale . The Frenchman started speaking . I thought that the most important match was the previous round of the league . He spoke with an even, unhurried tone at a normal volume . It was almost as if he was speaking about something that had nothing to do with himself . Do you still remember how painfully we were whacked by Middlesbrough on our home ground In three minutes, we lost two straight goals and let our opponents overtake us with a score of 1 3 . At that point, everyone thought we were goners that the pressure of trying to level with an undefeated record was too much for us . But what was the final score 5 3 . Wenger stretched out his hands, indicating five on his left and three on his right . After that match, I thought that you guys had already figured out how to deal with this record thing . We may be Forest s opponents, but their manager, Tony Twain, said something very true Records were made to be broken . Put your hearts into the match, and don t think about anything that comes after . At that point, Wenger looked at F bregas . The Spanish boy was still trying to catch his breath, his head down . It seemed like he was thoroughly pestered by George Wood in the first half . Wenger asked, Cesc, what do you think of Number 13 In response to the manager s question, F bregas looked up, his breath suddenly becoming steady . He shook his head . It s no problem . I can deal with it . Wenger smiled and made no move to strike at the youth s pride . But that was in spite of what he could see F bregas was not performing well in the face of George Wood . Wood surpassed him physically . Perhaps if it was Patrick Vieira playing, the situation would be different . His experience, technique, and fitness would all allow them to regain control of the midfield . Unfortunately, Vieira had gotten injured before the start of the season . Good . In the second half, make sure you reduce your time in possession of the ball . F bregas nodded . It was a first for F bregas to be met with such a setback twice in a row against a no name player like George Wood . Wenger knew what F bregas must be thinking, but said nothing . Instead, he turned to the Captain, Henry, to discuss their successes and failures in the first half . With one watching from the manager s seat, and the other experiencing the match in the field, both of them had to put their heads together to discuss their thoughts . On the other side, the atmosphere in Forest s locker room was not as exultant as one would expect . Tang En s brows, which were still tightly furrowed, were noticed by the players coming in . His expression made them unsure if they had done badly in some way, and all of them to quieted down . Fortunately, Tang En quickly answered their unspoken question . Do you know why I m still frowning You guys did very well, and I should commend you . But I hope you realize that the match still has 45 minutes left . A one point lead is not much insurance, and after the goal in the first half, we spent put way too much effort into defense . In the next half, we need to make some changes He pointed to the tactical board, which was already drawn up with the formation of both teams . Rib ry and Ashley Young . When we re in possession, I want the two of you to cut inwards and allow Baines and Chimbonda to come up into the wings to pull on the full backs from Arsenal . When you have an opportunity, try to cut in from the sides of the penalty area . Tang En drew an arrow as he explained, Demi, your mission is to send the ball to the same area in their defensive line . If the opponents start taking notice of your position, send the ball straight to the mid path . Albertini nodded in affirmation as he looked at the crisscrossing arrows and lines on the tactical board . He felt good about his condition in the match it should be no problem for him to send out such a ball . Tang En then looked at Wood and said, George . When we are attacking, your main priority is to protect Demi . You know what to do, right Wood nodded . Excellent . Everyone knows what their target is . Don t slack Our opponents are not of a League One team . I hope we can all celebrate a victory together when the match is over Tang En clapped his hands and held up his fist . Let those who looked down on us go to hell
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