The Prince of Inter Milan starts with Brother Xiaosa

Chapter 223 Three Wins in a Row

The sky in Milan is blue, and the sunny weather is just like the current situation of Inter Milan. All the haze has disappeared.

Leonardo was recognized by most players without doing anything extra.

After two consecutive victories, Leonardo has temporarily secured his position as Inter Milan's head coach.

He finally had time to have a good chat with Leo.

"Leo, we are destined to be together, our names are the same."

Leo's Italian name is indeed the same as the head coach's name, and Leonardo is actually another translation of Leonardo.

So Leo smiled and nodded at the head coach's opening remarks to build a closer relationship.

“It’s really a great connection, and it’s a pleasure to work with you.

The previous coach made our locker room so chaotic that I thought the season was over.

I didn’t expect Mr. Chairman’s decision to change coaches to be so decisive. "

"Haha, yes, Mr. Moratti is indeed very wise.

I came to see you today. There is nothing special.

I just took over the team and I didn't pay attention to the myriad of things that were going on. Now that I have some free time today, I thought I should talk to you.

I think that only by reaching a consensus with you can I better start my work.

Tell us what you think of the team's goals for this season. "

"Okay, then I will tell you my opinion.

Last season, Inter Milan went all the way and finally won the Triple Crown because of their strength, but of course there was also an element of luck.

It will be difficult to continue that kind of success this season.

Because many of the other strong teams we compete with have spent a lot of money on reinforcements, but we have not.

If we only focus on the domestic arena, I think the Serie A championship and the Italian Cup are relatively certain.

The chances of defending the Champions League title may not be particularly good.

But there is no chance at all. If there are no widespread injuries, we still have hope to give it a try with the complete winning lineup from last season. "

Leonardo nodded slightly, and he pondered:
  “This is what I think, the league must not allow for any loss, and we will try our best to go as far as possible in the Champions League.

As for the Italian Cup, it is far less important than other fronts, so I may choose to rotate players more. "

This is a mature opinion, and Leo will naturally not have any objections.

Leonardo paused for a moment, then changed the subject and continued:

“When I worked next door, I scouted tons of players.

I have always believed that race is not a limitation, and there are opportunities for top players to emerge among Asians.

It's a pity that the right candidate has never been found.

Unexpectedly, you appeared later, and your performance proved what I have always said, that yellow people can also become top stars.

After coaching Inter Milan, I saw your detailed report, which really surprised me.

Rather than your amazing skills and creativity, I'm more curious about your incredible physical fitness!
  Simply incredible! You didn’t seem to have any injuries during your two full seasons at Inter Milan!
  This is incredible! "

Leonardo couldn't express the shock in his heart even with three incredible words.

He really has never seen a player like Leo who plays consecutive high-intensity games but remains healthy all the time.

"Is it a magical talent of your Asians? Can you avoid injuries?"

Leo was speechless when asked, this head coach is quite interesting.

“Maybe it’s just that I have a better physique and pay more attention to this aspect.

I don’t know about the rest. After all, I’ve been playing in Europe and haven’t come into contact with many Asian players. "

Leonardo didn't get the answer he wanted and seemed a little frustrated.

"Okay, maybe I'm overthinking it."

The head coach put a smile on his face again and stepped forward to pat Leo on the shoulder.

“It’s not easy to achieve results that satisfy everyone this season and we have to work together.

It will be very difficult to play against Roma in the next game. "

Leo replied with a smile:
  "I believe that with our strength, as long as we perform normally, winning Roma will not be a problem!"

"Okay! I'm relieved with your words!"

On September 9, Inter Milan went to Rome to usher in the fifth round of Serie A this season.

The contest between the league champion and runner-up last season also attracted countless attention.

Compared with Inter Milan, whose performance has improved recently after the coaching change, Roma is really in turmoil.

Roma has recorded two draws, four losses and no win in the six official games since the start of the new season, and Ranieri is already on the verge of dismissal.

So for the Giallorossi Roma, who are playing at home today, they urgently need a victory to reverse their decline.

But the question is will the Nerazzurri be willing to be their stepping stone?
  Leonardo continued the lineup that won the last round, with only Bonucci starting in place of the injured Samuel.

Samuel has a knee injury that will sideline him for at least a month even in the best-case scenario.

It depends on whether Bonucci can seize this opportunity. For Roma, Ranieri deployed a double forward of Totti and Borriello.

De Rossi sat in the midfield, Riise returned wearing a head protective gear as the left back, Inter Milan's old players Burdisso and Juan guarded the defense, and Lobont continued to guard the goal in place of the injured Sergio.

Before the game even started, there were two players on the court "wearing hats".

Of course, this is a hell joke to reduce merit. Both players suffered head injuries, and the "helmet" can play a certain protective role.

Roma and Inter Milan are already familiar enough with each other, and the players of Inter Milan at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome are also no strangers.

Therefore, there was no unnecessary testing, and the two teams started a fierce competition from the beginning of the game.

Leo sent an exquisite direct pass at the beginning, but Milito's turning shot hit the defensive player and bounced out of the baseline.

Then Leo took a corner kick on the right, and Roma goalkeeper Lobonte punched the ball out!

Kolarov shot a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area!
  Goalkeeper Lobont made a wonderful save and flew to resolve it!
  Seeing that the home team did not have the upper hand, the Roma fans at the scene sang the team anthem in unison to cheer the team.

Totti made a pass from the front, and Borriello fell to the left side of the penalty area and fired a shot, but Bonucci used his legs to block the baseline.

Roma's corner kick on the right was cleared, De Rossi followed up with a powerful volley and was blocked by the Inter Milan defender, and then Borriello's header shot went high.

Maicon's cross from the right was blocked by Perrotta. Eto'o broke through Cassetti from the right and entered the penalty area and volleyed immediately!

Unfortunately, the shot was not on target and the ball missed the far post slightly.

A minute later, Maicon sent a wonderful through ball, Milito deliberately gave way, and Pandev advanced to the left side of the penalty area at high speed and shot a diagonal shot that missed the goal post and went out of the baseline.

After withstanding a wave of attacks from Inter Milan, Roma gradually adapted to their opponent's rhythm.

Juan intercepted the ball in the backcourt and launched a counterattack. Totti made a clever through pass. Menez's shot from the right side of the penalty area was blocked by Bonucci!

Although not many Inter Milan fans were present, they still applauded Bonucci's wonderful defensive performance.

Bonucci is very happy and feels that his decision was right.

This summer, Juventus saw the cooperation between Bonucci and Chiellini in the World Cup and deliberately recruited him.

However, after careful consideration, Bonucci still did not try his best to facilitate the deal.

In the end, the clubs failed to reach an agreement on the transfer amount, and the transfer fell through.

Later, Bonucci used this reason to sign a new contract with Inter Milan.

Moratti is also happy to have left a future defensive backbone for the team.

If you want to ask why Bonucci was not interested in going to the Bianconeri at the time, it was because he felt that it was still difficult for Juventus to achieve anything this season.

Then why not stay at Inter Milan? After all, the competitors are one year older. After changing the head coach, he has great confidence to win a place.

Look, haven’t you got this opportunity?

Riise made a pass from the left. Two players outflanked the ball at the back post, but neither player touched the ball. Bonucci poked the ball out of the penalty area.

Then Totti passed the ball diagonally, and Perrotta's shovel shot was blocked by Cesar. Borriello fought for the second goal and was saved by Bonucci with a header!
  Bonucci used his positive performance to help the team stabilize its defense, and the head coach on the sidelines nodded repeatedly.

It's not obvious in training, but on the field Bonucci's role is indeed stronger than those old guys.

Leonardo knew what was going on.

Pandev sent an exquisite pass from the frontcourt, and Eto'o got rid of the defender on the left side of the penalty area and then volleyed hard!
  Former Inter Milan player Burdisso flew to block the hole of the gun and blocked the ball!

As the game time passed by, Leonardo couldn't sit still and stood up and came to the sidelines.

He was a little anxious and wanted to ask Leo why he hadn't exerted his strength yet. What were he waiting for?

If this game is lost, Inter Milan's position in the standings will slip several places, which will not look good.

Menez made a cross from the right side of the penalty area, and Borriello fell to the ground in front of the goal and missed the shot by a hair!

Not sure if he sensed the anxious mood of the head coach, Leo quickly launched a counterattack!
  First distribute the ball to the right and move forward quickly!
  Maicon broke through Riise's defense on the right and then knocked back to the penalty area!
  Leo leaned on De Rossi, who was closely guarding him, stopped the ball, turned around and got rid of it, all in one move!
  After getting rid of the Roma defender, Leo dribbled the ball into the right side of the penalty area, and Burdisso came over again.

Facing his old club today, Burdisso's performance was also quite positive, but it was a pity that he faced Leo.

With a calm tip of his left foot, Leo poked the ball between Burdisso's legs!
  Just now, in order to expand the defensive area, Burdisso spread his legs widely, but he failed to prevent Leo's move.

Crotch piercing!

Leo still made bold moves in the penalty area. After passing Burdisso, only the goalkeeper was left between him and the home team's goal!

Leo steadily held the ball less than five centimeters in front of him, showing his ability to control the ball.

Without waiting for the opponent to react, Leo immediately dunked with his left foot and pushed the ball towards the goal with his right foot!

Lopont flew to make a save, but it was in the wrong direction. He didn't expect Leo to hit the near corner!
  One to zero!

Inter Milan took the lead in breaking the deadlock in the away game!

The first half entered stoppage time. De Rossi swung his leg outside the penalty area and fired with his right foot!

But he used too much force and hit the ball directly into the stands.

After taking the lead, Inter Milan further took control of the situation.

In the second half, the two sides changed sides and fought again. Roma tried its best to launch a counterattack, but was unable to break through the door of Inter Milan.

De Rossi made a diagonal pass from the right, and Vucinic rushed to the top of the goal regardless of his own safety!
  Cesar is powerless! It was Bonucci's overhead kick on the goal line that cleared the ball at the last moment!

After that, the home team completely lost its offensive rhythm and did not pose any threat to Inter Milan.

In the end, the Nerazzurri defeated Roma 1-0 away from home, and Leonardo also achieved his third consecutive victory since taking office.

(End of this chapter)