Chapter 166： No matter how you want to play, I will accompany you!

Unlike Glasgow, Scotland, which is more than 2,000 kilometers away from Seville, Lisbon is only 300 kilometers away from Seville. Portugal and Spain are considered to be of the same origin, so I played in Seville and played against Sporting Lisbon. Said, it's just like playing away in Portugal.

But for the sake of safety, Sporting Lisbon decided to go to Seville in the evening before the game, after the training session, so that the team can be more energetic to deal with the decisive battle the next night.

Su Dong's parents and Ma Dawei were arranged to follow the group of friends and relatives of Sporting Lisbon to go to Seville on the day of the game.

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Seville, where the UEFA Cup finals are held, is an ancient city with a history of more than two thousand years. It is known as a garden city by Europeans and has beautiful scenery. Tourists from all over the world call it "Little Rome", and tourism resources can be seen. .

The final venue was arranged at the Olympic Stadium in Seville, which was originally the fixed home of the Spanish national team, but after the Spanish national team adopted the method of holding home games in rotation across the country, the stadium was a bit sluggish.

But this time, the UEFA Cup final has not only rekindled the stadium, but also the entire city of Seville. The streets and alleys are full of slogans for the UEFA Cup final, and The various football-related activities organized by the city government are full of atmosphere.

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Some people say that Britain is the birthplace of the paparazzi.

As soon as Sporting Lisbon arrived in Seville, they felt their power.

At the exit of the airport, reporters from the UK far surpassed the Portuguese reporters. They behaved even more crazily and even caused a commotion at the scene, blocking Sporting Lisbon players at the airport exit.

Looking at the aura of their uncrowned king, it seemed that they would not give up without leaving some news for them.

In the end, it was the airport security personnel who came forward to help isolate the British reporters before the Green Lions players were able to leave.

This is a memorable final!

UEFA decided before that starting from the UEFA Cup finals this season, the [Silver Ball System] will be used instead of the [Golden Ball System]. The statement of death, but to take extra time in the first and second halves.

This will be a historic UEFA Cup final!

The legendary Portuguese star Figo is very happy that his home team has reached the UEFA Cup final, and he has high hopes, saying that he will not only come to the scene to cheer, but also form a star cheerleading team to Seville.

"Facing the Celtics, Sporting Lisbon is not without advantages. On the contrary, on the offensive end, our advantages are obvious. The key is how to play the threat of Su Dong on the front line."

Figo's evaluation of Su Dong is very high and he has high hopes.

"This requires Ronnie and Quaresma on the two sides to actively open the line of defense for him and create more opportunities."

Not only that, Figo also politely exhorted Boloni.

"In this kind of critical game, he has to put aside something. The team needs him to unite all the strengths and let the team exert the strongest combat effectiveness in order to be able to defeat the opponent in the final."

Figo also mentioned the Celtics, thinking that their most threatening player is Larsson.

"This Swedish striker is a scoring machine. He has scored forty-two goals this season, 28 goals in the league, and nine goals in the UEFA Cup. At present, he has only scored a goal. East missed one goal."

"More importantly, this will be his 100th game for the Celtics. If he scores again, it will be his 200th goal for the Celtics. This is undoubtedly A very memorable game, so Larson will definitely do his best. Such a player will be very scary."

Figo also mentioned Larson's partner, England high center Sutton.

The high center forward made his debut in Norwich, once played for Blackburn, and transferred to Chelsea for a staggering £13.5 million, but he was unsuccessful. A year later, he moved to Kay in two thousand years. The Alter, with a height of 1.9 meters, is a typical English center forward and very powerful.

"In addition, we must pay attention to their core midfield organization, Bulgaria player Petrov, this player is also quite strong, midfield suppression must be in place, not to give Pedrov a chance."

Just like Porto, the Celtics can shine in the Scottish League and UEFA Cup this season. The important reason is also the strong signings of Martin O’Neal, players from Sutton to Lennon to Bald and Thompson. , Both of which are capable players, have spent a lot of transfer fees.

In contrast, Sporting Lisbon is struggling in terms of capital investment, and is more of a local youth training and cheap veteran.

However, before the game, Sporting Lisbon is not without good news.

Scottish local center Hutson missed a back strain last weekend and missed the final for at least three weeks.

High center Sutton also has injuries, which leaves the Celtics' striker intact, leaving only Larson.

The Celtics themselves are not good at offensive power, but rather adopt a combination of two forwards with one high and one fast. At the moment, both high center forwards are injured. This makes the Soviet Super League team’s offensive power really good. People are elusive.

In contrast to Sporting Lisbon, there are basically no injuries on the front line.

The offensive core of Su Dong is in excellent condition. He just scored twice in the Portuguese Super League final against Porto, helping Sporting Lisbon defend the Portuguese Super League champion. Ronnie and Quaresma are also in good shape.

In terms of midfield, both teams lack creativity.

The problem with Sporting Lisbon is that Boloni is conservative in his use of troops and basically adopts a triple midfielder style, which makes it difficult for creative players like Za Pinto and Tonyto to start.

The same is true for the midfielders trained by Martin O'Neal. They are all power players. Only Petrov is the core of the organization, and it is often necessary for Larson to retrace in series.

On the whole, the Lisbon Sports midfield has a slight advantage in technology and pass-cutting cooperation. The Celtics have more characteristics in speed and impact. Both teams are good at winning.

In terms of defense, both teams are basically very good, and both are the best defensive teams in this UEFA Cup.

On the whole, Sporting Lisbon and Celtics are very close in strength.

The Soviet Super League team adopts a traditional British style of play, with a 352 formation. The strength and impact ability are very strong. Coupled with a combination of strikers with one high and one fast in the front field, as well as a goal machine like Larsson, the strength cannot be underestimated. .

The disadvantage is that the current Super League is playing dimly, the Celtics and the Glasgow Rangers have beaten their blood for the championship, which makes it difficult for the Celtics to focus on the UEFA Cup final.

Sporting Lisbon is bound to face four three three. Facing the Celtics with three defenders, the side will have a certain advantage, but the midfield loss is estimated to be a high probability event. The key depends on how the two teams restrain their opponents.

The Green Lions certainly don't need to be distracted from the league, but they just smashed Porto three days ago, which made the team continue to fight, and the players' bodies must be relatively fatigued. It is unknown how much they can play.

Because of this, in the odds offered by the bookmaker, both teams are half a catastrophe.

Even 39% of people believe that the two teams will play zero to zero in ninety minutes.

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In addition to the two teams and their respective fans, Portugal and the United Kingdom also ignited flames for the UEFA Cup final.

First, British Prime Minister Tony Blair frantically supported the Celtics. He said that he would come to the scene to cheer for the Celtics.

Not only that, the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Glasgow, Conte, also expressed his support for the Celtics, not only writing to Martin O’Neill, but also announcing that he would arrive at the scene to cheer for the Celtics.

As Britain’s only remaining team in the European war, the Celtics have also received full support from the United Kingdom. Even the captain of the rival Glasgow Rangers, Barry Ferguson, expressed full support for the Celtics.

Sporting Lisboa is not much better.

From the President Sampaio and his wife, Prime Minister Barroso, as well as the Portuguese Minister of the Interior, the Supreme Prosecutor, the Mayor of Lisbon and other government officials, all expressed that they would withdraw from their busy official duties and cheer for the Green Lion Corps at the scene. People in the football world led by Figo, as well as national team coach Scolari and others, all stated that they would come to the scene to cheer for the Green Lions.

Even the chairman of the arch-enemy Porto da Costa said in an interview, “Sporting Lisbon’s trip to Seville represents not only themselves, but also Portuguese football!”

The Chairman of Porto stated that the six million Portuguese will stand behind Sporting Lisbon!

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The disturbances from the outside world did not affect the intensive preparations of Sporting Lisbon.

On the morning of the game, the team held a pre-match preparation meeting.

Head coach Boloni explained to the players his thoughts and requirements for the game.

This time, he also responded to outside calls and did not make any unexpected adjustments to the starting lineup. Su Dong was clearly the core of the team's offense, and Ronnie and Quaresma will become his strongest and most powerful players. assistant.

The midfielder is still conservative, Rui Bento, Albertini and Barbosa will continue to form three midfielders.

The defensive line is the main force that can't be beaten Rui Jorge, Pepe, Andre Cruz and Queroga.

This should be the strongest lineup of Sporting Lisbon so far this season.

The veteran Albertini has a wealth of experience in the finals. After the head coach Boloni, he imparted his experience to everyone.

"In such a game, no matter what happens, we must always remain calm and rational."

"The Celtics' style is very aggressive. They will definitely have a lot of fouls. We must be mentally prepared for this. Many of our advantages in the Portuguese Super League are not in the Celtics. Yes, it must be paid attention to."

Having said that, Albertini looked at Su Dong solemnly, "For example, physical confrontation."

Su Dong understood Albertini's concern, and he nodded, indicating that he had received it.

"Don't worry, no matter how they want to play, I will accompany you!" Su Dong said confidently.

He is no longer the rookie who just made his debut.