Football: My AI System Provides Max-Level Predictions-Chapter 838 - 587: Juventus’ Four Defensive Kings Become Mere Backdrops, Tang Long Steps Up to the Penalty Spot Again!

Recalling the scenes from previous confrontations with the team led by Tang Long, Allegri felt an overwhelming sense of frustration rise in his heart.

Before arriving at Itihad, he specifically asked his wife to rummage through and find a particularly tough shirt, especially those few buttons at the collar, and even had her sew them carefully.

This seemingly comical action actually had its own helpless reason.

No matter whether facing Inter Milan or Manchester City before, Tang Long always managed to render Allegri's meticulously arranged strategies ineffective, which drove him mad with anger.

As a player, Allegri was known for his explosive temper, and this fiery temperament carried over into his coaching career without reservation.

Every time he's on the sidelines commanding, if the team gets into a disadvantageous situation, he loses control of his emotions, either smashing his jacket or frantically tugging at his shirt collar, revealing his chest hair~

Several times, Tang Long had irritated him so much that he tore his shirt to shreds.

After the game, media from all walks found joy in this, teasing that while other coaches expend saliva on the sidelines, Allegri uniquely expends shirts. 𝓯𝓻𝒆𝙚𝒘𝓮𝙗𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝒍.𝙘𝓸𝙢

Less than 10 minutes into the game, the buttons on Allegri's collar were already somewhat loosened from tugging.

It was as if a raging fire was burning inside his chest, unbearably hot, and the heat from his entire body seemed to find no outlet for relief.

Watching the players' performance on the field, he yelled angrily, "What the hell are you playing? Get the formation right!"

Originally, Juventus' pre-match rehearsed formation was seamless, and player coordination was very tacit, with detailed strategies devised for both offense and defense.

Yet, when it came to the match, their intentions seemed always to be seen through by the opponent, especially on defense, falling into extreme passivity.

Juventus' defense line is hailed as luxurious, with Chiellini, Bonucci, Barzagli, and Buffon, these four players known as the "Four Heavenly Kings" of defense, also forming Italy's golden squad, with outstanding performances on the international stage.

Their defensive midfielder Marchisio before them, is a team legend with rich experience and excellent ability.

Logically, such a defense line is like an impregnable fortress.

But tonight at Itihad, Tang Long seemed to have a pair of x-ray vision, able to accurately predict their intentions, catching Juventus off guard.

[Bonucci carries the ball forward, Marchisio subsequently retreats, Barzagli advances for a crossover position change]

At this moment, on the field, Bonucci was carrying the ball forward, according to the set tactics, Marchisio was then preparing to retreat, while Barzagli advanced for a crossover position change.

As the three Juventus players orderly executed the tactics, Tang Long, after receiving precise predictions from the AI system, suddenly advanced forward, perfectly blocking Marchisio's retreat path.

Using his strong body to firmly hold off Marchisio, making it impossible for this experienced defensive midfielder to complete the retreat move smoothly.

"Hmm??" Bonucci pushed the ball forward, inadvertently glancing back, shock instantly written on his face.

He couldn't believe that he found himself at the same level as Marchisio.

Meanwhile, the right center-back Barzagli was still steadfastly advancing to the right according to the set tactics.

This series of unexpected situations resulted in Bonucci, Marchisio, and Barzagli bizarrely positioned on the same line.

In a football match, this is undoubtedly a highly dangerous signal.

If Bonucci hadn't pushed forward with the ball from the start, the three being on a parallel line in front of the box might not have posed a significant issue.

But currently, Bonucci had carried the ball and was already 20 meters away from the box!

At this moment, Juventus' three-center-back defensive formation had three players lined up parallel, and in the distance, Chiellini hadn't advanced but was preparing to fall back, intending to temporarily form a central defensive pair with Marchisio.

This way, the entire defensive lineup was completely misaligned, and Juventus' defensive setup was utterly disrupted.

"Block him!"

Agüero keenly sensed this perfect opportunity and shouted loudly.

In an instant, he and Bonazzoli approached Bonucci like hungry wolves pouncing on prey, forming a pincher movement on him.

On the other side, Navas also showcased astounding speed, advancing deep like a sharp blade, charging straight at Chiellini.

The target was very clear, to block his passing lane!

Although known for his exquisite footwork as a ball-playing center-back, Bonucci is inherently still a defender.

To single-handedly challenge a forward, with his physical fitness and defensive skills, perhaps he could barely hold his ground;

But now, with two Manchester City players closely surrounding him from left and right, he felt an unprecedented immense pressure.

In this desperate situation, he had no choice but to opt for a pass.

Usually, in similar scenarios, Bonucci would choose to pass back to Marchisio to alleviate the crisis and reorganize the offense.

However, right now, Marchisio was on the same level as him, with no depth of space between them, and on Marchisio's side, Ranocchia had long been tightly marking him, making it impossible for him to receive the ball.

Bonucci found himself hesitating for a brief moment, while the right-sided Barzagli, having advanced too far earlier, was still not back in position.