Green Field Eunuch

Chapter 467 Isn't it just about scoring goals?

When the other Manchester City players came on in the second half, they all looked like they were going into battle, except for Shan Yongzhuo, who seemed very relaxed.

Because during halftime, he was practically the only one who wasn't criticized by Guardiola.

Guardiola was very dissatisfied with the team's performance in the last ten minutes of the first half. He repeatedly emphasized the importance of controlling the tempo for several minutes, and the effect was quite obvious.

After the start of the second half, Manchester City strengthened their control of the midfield, and their continuous attacks became more steady and efficient.

Under such relentless attacking pressure, Liverpool could only resort to passive defense.

Liverpool's attacking third occasionally gets chances, but too few.

In contrast, Manchester City played well and created many opportunities.

However, Shan Yongzhuo seemed rather quiet. He rarely coordinated with his teammates and often appeared to be just a spectator.

Even so, he still had an impact, as Liverpool's defensive focus remained on him, which created numerous attacking opportunities for Manchester City's other players.

In the 50th minute, Manchester City launched an attack that reached the penalty area. Aguero's close-range shot was tipped over the bar by Reina, nearly piercing Liverpool's goal.

In the 53rd minute, Manchester City launched another attack. Nasri crossed from the wing, Shan Yongzhuo let the ball pass in front of the goal, and Aguero, unmarked at the far post, attempted a shot, but unfortunately it hit the post.

In the 55th minute, Silva took a shot from outside the box, which narrowly missed the crossbar.

In just ten minutes, Manchester City launched a fierce attack on Liverpool, making Liverpool's goal look like a city gate that could be breached at any moment, extremely dangerous.

Unfortunately, ten minutes later, Manchester City's old problem resurfaced; they started to relax a bit and the pace slowed down slightly.

Liverpool were also seething with anger, after all, being ganged up on for ten minutes was bound to be a blow.

Then they scored.

In the 59th minute, Liverpool launched a counter-attack.

Gerrard intercepted Javi Garcia's ball in midfield and made a long pass to Henderson on the wing. Henderson didn't stop the ball and passed it directly to Suarez in the middle.

Suarez skillfully turned and easily bypassed the somewhat distracted Kompany, then faced the goal and took a shot that once again pierced the goal guarded by Joe Hart.

"Suarez!"

"The ball is in!"

"Liverpool pulled one back from a very unfavorable situation, with Suarez scoring his second goal."

"The score is now 3-2, Manchester City need to be careful."

This goal was hard-won.

Manchester City relentlessly attacked Liverpool for ten minutes without any results. Under such a comprehensive siege, Liverpool's ability to pull one back on the counter-attack is definitely a morale booster.

Liverpool fans are ecstatic.

Although it was only one goal, it gave people hope of equalizing the score.

The Liverpool players on the field felt the same way. Suarez scored twice, equaling Shan Yongzhuo's goal for the match, which made him very excited.

However, Suarez did not celebrate the goal. He merely waved his arms symbolically before quickly returning to his own half, as if urging the referee to restart the game.

undoubtedly.

Liverpool are very resilient. Even though it's a match at the Etihad Stadium, they won't give up easily. Besides, they're only one goal behind. Who says they can't equalize or even take the lead?

After all, there were still 30 minutes left in the game.

Moreover, last season they not only suffered two defeats against Liverpool in the league, but were also eliminated by Manchester City in both the League Cup and the FA Cup, gaining absolutely no advantage. Facing Manchester City again, Liverpool will be eager to win, or at least draw at the Etihad Stadium.

Such high expectations spurred their performance.

Then, they started to play a close game against Manchester City.

Just eight minutes after their previous goal, Liverpool came back with renewed force.

This time, their attack reached the wing, where Downing was fouled by Clichy, and Liverpool launched a cross from the wing.

Suarez's header in front of the goal was punched away by goalkeeper Joe Hart. Henderson passed the ball back to Gerrard, who followed up with a shot.

"The ball is in!"

“Gerrard, this time it’s Gerrard.”

"It's 3-3. Liverpool are really on fire. They equalized in the 68th minute of the second half. Liverpool are playing like they've gone crazy."

"Manchester City were caught somewhat off guard..."

Amid the commentator's regretful murmurs, the Liverpool players finally let loose and celebrated, with Gerrard being tackled to the ground by his teammates and piled on top of them.

Suarez also laughed heartily, and finally collapsed heavily on top of the pile of people, joining the celebration.

If they can draw, and he scores the same number of goals as Shan Yongzhuo, then his evaluation will definitely not be low.

That's enough.

The thought of receiving high praise after the match made Suarez feel very satisfied. This was an achievement that no other striker had ever accomplished in their duel with Shan Yongzhuo—scoring as many goals as Shan Yongzhuo.

Of course, he also has to pray that Shan Yongzhuo doesn't score in the next match.

On the other hand, Manchester City was quite frustrated.

Although the score was only tied, it felt like they were behind to them.

Guardiola was very frustrated on the sidelines. He hadn't expected that such a great situation would be conceded and the score would be tied.

On the field, captain Kompany finally made a difference, shouting encouragement to his teammates, "Don't rush, stay calm, it's just a draw!"

"We need to play more steadily and look for opportunities to pass the ball to Shane!"

"Come on, everybody!"

Kompany's encouragement didn't seem to have much effect; his teammates still seemed listless, which worried Shan Yongzhuo a bit. He retreated and waved with one hand, shouting, "Don't worry, everyone, just play well!"

"Focus on defense first, and remain calm and composed."

"We will win, everyone don't worry!"

Everyone perked up immediately.

Kompany talked a lot, but there wasn't much of it, so his teammates just listened.

But Shan Yongzhuo is different; he is the team's spiritual pillar.

He said he would win, so what is there to worry about?
It's just a tie, we have Shan Yongzhuo. When it comes to goals, Shan Yongzhuo has never lost to anyone.

It's just scoring goals, let's have a competition!
Everyone immediately gained confidence.

Kompany was deeply moved by this scene. He had always been the captain of Manchester City, but Shan Yongzhuo was actually the backbone of the team.

(End of this chapter)