[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-i-am-the-football-star":3,"chapter-i-am-the-football-star-i-am-the-football-star-chapter-831":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","I AM the Football Star",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1686576,2153,"Chapter 831 - 201: The Red Dot Combo, Ancelotti’s Despair (Part 2)","i-am-the-football-star-chapter-831",831,"\u003Cp>As long as you control the range of movement and power, this is not considered a foul, but rather a fair clash and positioning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, what matters more is whose physical strength is superior.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even if you push someone with a strong physique, they might not react and could even push you away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And the defenders from strong defensive teams have exceptional physical qualities—no need to doubt it!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Praxedes, Chiavich, Bernulin—aren’t all of them physically dominant beasts?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Especially their core strength, which is unbelievably strong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Russia’s players seem tall and strong, but in actual confrontations, they don’t gain an advantage, and might even suffer slight losses due to others’ seasoned experience.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Twelve minutes into the game, Italy launched several attacks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were mostly led by Finger, although he had some intent to cooperate with Lu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, he has a good grasp of the situation now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the effect was mediocre, because Finger is not the kind of player who can create opportunities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Olic’s long shot was caught by Audi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Audi tossed the ball to Chiavich, who then passed it to Pellegrini.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Over here,\" Finger waved his arm on the right, eagerly calling for the ball.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pellegrini glanced at him but instead shifted the ball’s direction and passed it to Lu in front.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pellegrini isn’t foolish.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Finger can recognize the need to cooperate with Lu, why should I choose Finger over Lu?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly, as Morici becomes more outstanding, he will inevitably occupy someone’s playtime.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite both Pellegrini and Finger being on the field now, they actually became competitors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though Pellegrini assists Finger well, he’s bound to be the one discarded eventually.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the other hand, working with Lu... Lu would indicate for Pellegrini to move forward, allowing him to play a more brilliant role and become more valuable as he plays.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While collaborating with Finger, Finger merely uses others as tools, making them less valuable over time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Is there even a choice?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sure enough, after receiving the ball, Lu signaled Pellegrini to advance, and then tried to dribble and break through himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When the Russian midfielder following Pellegrini came near Lu, they prepared to trap him along with teammates.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Lu executed a Bengbu Spin and flicked the ball away with his foot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pellegrini smoothly got the ball, finding an open space.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although passing was an option, there were defenders near both Italian forwards, so Pellegrini decided to take the shot himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Russian goalkeeper dived to save, pushing the ball out to the sideline.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pellegrini was quite regretful, but he immediately gave Lu a thumbs up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lu also applauded, indicating the shot was decent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finger was quite uncomfortable watching this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finger’s ability to move forward isn’t as strong as Pellegrini’s; Pellegrini has the skill of an All-Purpose Midfielder, whereas Finger is more of a midfield commander.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finger stepped to the Corner Flag Area to prepare for the corner kick.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Maniero’s tactical ability is strong. During this national team training period, although players may not be completely in sync, the tactical choices are very clear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By following the tactics, even without much rapport, errors are minimized.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Perrotta gave Finger a signal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It meant the number one set-piece strategy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the primary player targeted for corners, Perrotta has the authority to request the set-piece strategy he wants. Of course, the kicker can also choose a more suitable strategy based on the field positioning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus, Finger called over Canyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Follow Perrotta’s instructions and execute the number one set-piece strategy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a whistle, Finger lightly kicked the ball to Canyes who was nearby.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tactical corner!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Canyes took a shot, delivering an accurate cross.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What’s the difference between a tactical corner and a direct corner kick?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The difference is that most players’ positioning, pushing, preparatory movements for jumping and energy gathering, etc., are aimed at preparing for a direct corner kick.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s similar to counting one, two, three and everyone acts on three.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But a tactical corner can disrupt this rhythm, and the attacking side who is prepared is not affected by the disrupted tempo, making it easier to exploit the flaws.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some tactical corners appear to disrupt the rhythm, seeming slower.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet, the cross is very fast, ultimately speeding up the slower rhythm, so it’s not truly slow. This can deceive experienced defenders, similar to when Lu tackled Zidane.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whether the kick ends up being deliberately slow or seems slow but isn’t actually slow depends on the tactical setup.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps the number one strategy drags, the second seems slow but isn’t, the third targets the back post, the fourth the near post, etc.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a flash, Perrotta jumped up half a beat later.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When everyone else was landing, he was perfectly positioned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He unleashed a Lion’s Head Shake, hammering the ball fiercely into the net, unstoppable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh! Goal! It’s Perrotta!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Italy executed a tactical set-piece—an intelligent choice!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Canyes’ cross was very comfortable! He earned a valuable assist!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Canyes is a player with limitless potential! But first, you must understand how to use him! He’s slightly different from traditional fullbacks.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Pellegrini’s performance in this match showed improvement, and this corner opportunity stemmed from his long shot after collaborating with Lu!\"\u003C\u002Fp>",868,"2026-06-06T13:45:24.591Z",1,"novelbin.me","e4f97a7a06c207fd50dd66ba73a2571db8877634e79e2033be7796a70a717e61","i-am-the-football-star-chapter-832","i-am-the-football-star-chapter-830",836,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fi-am-the-football-star-cover.jpg"]