Football: I can see player entries.

Chapter 123 Tactical Problems

a few days later.

Pepe has also reported to the team.

Name: Peipei (My original name is too long, so I'll just use my nickname)

Age: 35 years old.

Status: Good.

Fatigue level: 40%.

Probability of injury: 20%.

Keywords: Master-level marking, Master-level interception, Precise heading, Over-the-top pass, Iron defender.

His abilities are well-balanced, with two master-level defensive skills, one "over-the-top ball" skill, and accurate heading ability that is both offensive and defensive.

The only downside is that it's too old to use continuously.

Just keep him in good form normally, and then let him play in the crucial games.

As for the training plan, it hasn't been made yet; let them continue with their previous training for now.

After the competition has been going on for a while, Li Yanqing will decide what skills to train them in based on their needs.

Especially young players like Kvalardona, Araujo, and Justin.

They don't have any technical terms yet, and their skills haven't reached their maximum level.

However, since I already have three skills, it would be difficult to learn more.

A training match is currently underway on the training field.

Previously, their formation was always 4-2-3-1, and Li Yanqing also filled in players according to this formation.

As long as there are no major problems, we can continue to use the previous tactics.

Furthermore, the additions of players like David Luiz and Blind have significantly improved the team's attacking power.

As for defense...

Let's watch Pepe's performance instead.

"Li, I've summarized it."

"If we continue to use the same formation after being promoted to the Premier League, we're likely to run into big problems."

John sat down next to Li Yanqing with his tactical board in his arms; Chris had now completely given way.

“Burton has indeed used this tactic very well, but in the top league, relying on only one tactic most of the time is not enough.”

Even the best tactics can be countered.

"It's best to be able to adapt to changes at any time."

"Tell me about it." Li Yanqing nodded.

That's absolutely true. Premier League managers are all tactical geniuses. Players with one trick up their sleeve are fine, but teams with one trick up their sleeve aren't so good.

Uh... Mourinho is an exception.

He prefers to park the bus and then only play counter-attacks.

However, this tactic places too high demands on the players, and not every player can meet its requirements.

During his time at Manchester United, he was already looking for change.

As for the current Burton team, they have a strong offense but weak defense, and they are even less capable of playing a defensive game of camping in the box.

It's more reliable to figure out how to score one more goal than the opponent.

"As for formation changes, the 4-2-3-1 formation will remain the main one."

"There are many ways. In terms of player configuration, the 4-5-1 formation is relatively easy to implement when defending."

"What's not easy to do is change the offensive formation."

"I prefer a three-defender system..."

"What do you think of 3-5-2?"

“Not really, we’re not suited for a three-defender formation.” Li Yanqing shook his head.

A three-defender formation is a typical attacking formation, but it places high demands on the players.

If you lack the strength, it's best not to play this way.

"I think 4-1-3-2 would be more appropriate."

"Enzo or Cazorla can move up, Matthias and the others can push into the middle..."

It must be said that, as a coaching team that has served in top leagues, John and his team have a very clear mind.

But it's unclear how much the players can accept...

Soon, they had their first warm-up match.

Burton Albion will face their old rivals, Aston Villa.

The opposing team also made significant player acquisitions during the summer transfer window. Both sides were experimenting with tactics, so there's not much to say.

This is a match with no limit on substitutions.

Ibrahimovic only played for ten minutes, and Li Yanqing was able to see that when Ibrahimovic was on the field, he could completely free up Matias and Anderson.

So he immediately substituted Ibrahimovic off the field.

But both Matthias and Murphy are better suited to counter-attacking football.

Murphy, in particular, was practically acting out of a fear of something going wrong.

Besides them, the core of the tactics also includes Nasri and Quinn.

Cazorla can also occasionally take on the role of midfield maestro.

However, Li Yanqing planned to have him mentor Enzo, mainly responsible for organizing the midfield and supplying ammunition to the front line.

Overall, things are going well; the new players are very motivated.

Especially David Lewis...

When the referees and coaches aren't strict, it's practically paradise for him.

Throughout the match, he scored more goals than the forwards.

"Li, if there's anything I can do for you, don't hesitate to ask."

Ibrahimovic has only just joined the team, but he doesn't see himself as a player at all; he sees himself as a coach.

His inherent aura instantly overshadowed Captain Bradford...

"I will." Li Yanqing didn't stand on ceremony; he bought it to use it.

However, there are no troublemakers in his team now, and Nasri, who used to be a troublemaker, is now a well-behaved kid.

"By the way, if you're asking me, I actually have something I need to ask you."

“There’s a young man in the youth training team, and I’ll occasionally bring him up to the first team for training.”

"As for how to train him, I'll have to leave that to you."

“Teach him a little more…”

Li Yanqing was referring to Li Yichuan, who is currently still in the youth training team.

He's the only one here who can try to follow Ibrahimovic's path.

“No problem.” Ibrahimovic nodded.

He had originally intended to give O'Grady some training, but he hadn't expected that O'Grady had already left Burton.

The same would happen if it were someone else.

"Zlatan, be serious."

"I hope he can learn your skills."

"I have very high expectations for him..."

After all, with the "sudden enlightenment type player" as an example, he hasn't yet discovered a third young person with this skill.

"That's hard to say."

"God's abilities aren't so easy to learn..."

PS:

Big Martin...

Well, I don't really want to change this player's trajectory.

This guy is so inspiring. I wouldn't feel this inspired if I hadn't experienced a little more.

If things continue like this, he can achieve the ending he wants, right?

So let's not sign him now. If we have the chance in the future, we can give him a high-priced retirement contract. Wouldn't that be better?