My light shines on Arsenal

Chapter 126 The new season begins

The game at Wembley ended 2012-13 as City clinched their first title of the 40-[-] season, their first title in [-] years.

Arsenal scored another goal just before the whistle.

Cazorla's technical advantages made up for his incompatibility with the offensive system. After a brilliant dribble that swayed two Manchester City defenders in a row, Cazorla sent a through pass with his right foot, and Aubameyang, who came off the bench, accelerated and slanted Goal scoring.

This made Arsenal's defeat look less ugly, but both Chen Yao and his players knew that this was not a satisfactory game.

Chen Yao lost the first championship he could win, and the Arsenal players returned to the locker room dejectedly.

"Honestly, I think the game has become a lot more difficult," Zaha complained to Jorginho.

Zaha, Jorginho, and Verratti, these three young players who were brought to Arsenal by Chen Yao at the same time last summer, have maintained a deep friendship since then, until now.

Compared with a season ago, Zaha's physique is much stronger, and his physical fitness has improved, but at least 10 minutes of his performance in this game can be regarded as disasters.

"Our way of playing has changed. Originally, I just had to stare at the wing and rush forward, then move out of space and pass a kick to the penalty area." He made a cross while taking a shower.

"But now?" Jorginho asked breathlessly.

"But now, there is no Robin in the penalty area," Zaha said helplessly. "He can always get the ball in."

"You know we can't keep playing like that, Will."

"Yeah, Jorge, I know, we have to move the ball, we have to move the ball, we have to play the ball quickly... But no matter how good you are in training, don't you feel that you will not be able to work hard when you go on the field? Finally, We’re going to go back to what we’re used to.”

"Well, what you said makes sense." Jorginho put his head under the shower and rushed.

His body has also strengthened a lot. Jorginho was a little surprised by his rapid growth, but he was even more surprised by his new understanding of football.

In the past month, Jorginho has been very interested in the football theory lessons given to them by Chen Yao and Lillo.

He has been a player who likes to play football with his brain since he was a child. When those positions, lines, and choices are presented in a concrete way, Jorginho finds them so fascinating.

Last season, he relied more on his instincts to play football. In addition, he practiced and developed some new technologies. For example, before facing Dortmund in the Champions League, Chen Yao tried to develop Jorginho's long pass. ability.

But his understanding of football is still vague.

During this period of time, Jorginho began to realize that every position selection and every pass he made was not an isolated technical action.

He shouldn't do these things just by intuition, he is fully capable of thinking and then making the best choices on the court.

Jorginho tried to discuss these things with his friends. The little Verratti loved to listen to him, but Zaha always seemed to lack interest. He was happiest when he was practicing sprinting and dribbling.

However, not every Arsenal player understands it as quickly as he does. Many players are still ignorant and rely on the inertia of the past to play football.

The level of understanding between teammates and myself varies, which is also reflected in the tacit understanding on the field.

"But Will," Jorginho stretched out a hand and slammed Zaha indiscriminately, "you have to learn to adapt to the new style of play. The easy choice is sometimes the worst choice."

"Got it, Jorge."

Jorginho didn't see Zaha's expression, but he heard Zaha's mumbling.

"I really envy you people with good brains. I really hope that I can pass ten people in one go. Why is it so troublesome?"

……

Chen Yao experienced an unpleasant press conference after the game.

Compared with the welcome received by Manic, reporters are obviously not very interested in comforting the young coach, but they are very interested in appreciating the blow the coach received.

The first three questions Chen Yao was asked were all about how the loss looked at the loss. The reporters looked excited as if what they lost was not the Community Shield but the Premier League title.

And these three questions were asked more sharply than the other. In the end, a tabloid reporter asked directly: "Coach Chen Yao, your first game was so disappointing. How many games do you think you can let people down?" ?”

The implication of his words is obvious. The reporter is insinuating that Chen Yao will not be able to stay in the coaching position for long.

The fourth question was a little more friendly. The reporter asked Chen Yao's opinion on the performance of the new aid.

"I like Olivier and Santee very much, they are very good players, they need a little time to get used to it... Yes, it was a not so perfect debut, but I believe they will try to avoid this. The scene plays out again."

"Will Arsenal still have signings?" The reporter asked, "It seems that Van Persie's departure is not so easy to make up for."

The transfer that the team is still working on is Antoine Griezmann.

Chen Yao asked for a budget sufficient to activate liquidated damages, but he didn't make an offer immediately, but asked Dick Law to work harder.

Only when he was in charge did he know that Chai Migui, Arsenal's tight cash flow chain really couldn't help him spend a lot of money, even if he could grind down 200 million pounds, he could still pay the club half a week's wages.

However, he didn't intend to let the drag last for too long. If Griezmann joins too late, it will undoubtedly add pressure to a team that has already had a difficult time getting in.

But in front of the reporters, Chen Yao could only smile and play Tai Chi: "We are paying attention to some players, if the price is right..."

……

One week after the Community Shield, the 2012-13 Premier League season kicked off.

The pattern of the Premier League in the new season will probably still be between the Manchester duo competing for the title, with Chelsea, who have introduced players such as Azaha and Oscar, following closely behind in an attempt to disrupt the situation.

Arsenal are not favored, and even in the media's pre-season predictions, they slipped to sixth place, with Tottenham and Liverpool ranking higher than them.

The defeat of the Community Shield, Wenger's departure, the immaturity of the new coach, and the departure of the head star... These all made Arsenal a pitiful creature in the eyes of everyone.

To Chen Yao's relief, Arsenal's overall tactical understanding has finally risen to 60%. This can also be seen from the training, and the rationality of the players' positioning and decision-making is increasing.

But this level of proficiency is still far from enough. Arsenal's players have not yet integrated their instincts into their respective roles, running positions, and choices.

They just have time and space to think and imitate in lower-paced training, but they can't show good results in high-intensity official competitions.

With Lillo's help, Chen Yao made many adjustments to the tactical details. It is impossible to expect the players to revive beautiful football in an instant. At this stage, they still need to learn many routines and details.

Bergkamp will shuttle around the training ground, pay attention to the technical performance of the players, help them reduce redundant movements, and play more smoothly and efficiently.

The team's integrity is slowly but constantly improving. Chen Yao expects this number to reach a level that can be fought, but he also knows that he must respect the rules.

The rule is that he still needs to wait.

The Kearney base also welcomed a group of new guests, the female director Charlotte and her filming team.

The idea of ​​filming a documentary at Arsenal was supported by the club.

At the club level, Josh Kroenke, who came to London, agreed to the idea on the spot. It seems that for him, fun is the most important thing.

At the team level, the players are novel about this experience, and their agents generally believe that it will help create a good image of their own players.

August [-]th, London, the wind and the sun are beautiful.

A camera was set up in a corner of the Emirates Stadium locker room. Chen Yao clapped his hands, and the Arsenal players stood up and filed out.

The new season of the Premier League has begun.

(End of this chapter)