Football singularity-Chapter 416 Who Wants It More
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[Wed, 29/05/2019, 18:00, Zdzisław-Krzyszkowiak-Stadion, Poland]
"Here we go once again another chance for glory for both sides as Malik Tillman is set to kick off for the German side. He replaces Youssoufa Moukoko today’s goal scorer due to injury reasons, Im yet to be told the specifics." Paul Gartner stated as he tried to hype up the viewers on the stream as both sides got into their formation.
From the looks of it, Germany shifted into a more defensive 4-2-3-1 formation from their previous attacking 4-3-3. Baum opted for stability since they were already leading as he prompted the midfield pivot of Angelo Stiller and Niklas Tauer to stay back more. Breaking IP the Italian counters and supporting the attacking quartet became their primary role.
With the added fresh set of legs from Malik Tillman their attacks should become more threatening or energetic at the least. In the Italian’s case, they adopted a more attacking strategy focused on spreading the Germans wide which was doomed to fail if their opponents followed Baum’s instructions. The German Coach had repeatedly emphasized for them to narrow the midfield on the counter.
Was he worried about crosses? the simple answer was yes but he trusted his two central defenders Ariel Dominance more. The whistle blew, and the second half commenced with Italy pushing forward looking to press early in search of an equalizer. However, the German sides didn’t let the pressure rattle them as they kept possession calmly letting their opponents run after the zipping ball.
The two defensive pivots dictated the flow of passes like clockwork as the rest of the team reacted like a well-oiled machine. Running into space, pass repeat unfolded as the players manoeuvred around their opponents effectively retaining possession of the ball. The only common sequence in this was the fact that Yannik Engelhardt and Niklas Tauer remained in the middle of the pitch.
The other players worked around them often switching positions with their teammates as they treated their opponents like obstacles. The Italians, growing frustrated, began to press more aggressively, hoping to disrupt the Germans’ rhythm. Sandro Tonali pushed higher, attempting to intercept passes from Engelhardt and Tauer, while Rovella and Vignato tried to block the passing lanes to Wirtz. This change in intensity led to a few scrappy moments, with both sides engaging in physical duels across the pitch.
In the 52nd minute, Italy finally forced a turnover. Moise Kean dispossessed Asta on the right flank and surged forward, cutting inside with a burst of speed. He slid a precise pass into the feet of Giacomo Raspadori, who attempted a first-time shot, but Bella-Kotchap was quick to react, throwing himself into a vital block that sent the ball spinning out for a corner.
From the resulting set piece, Tonali whipped in a dangerous cross. Matteo Gabbia rose highest, connecting with a powerful header, but Unbehaun reacted swiftly, stretching out to parry the ball away with a firm hand. The Germans cleared their lines and attempted to slow down the tempo, unwilling to get dragged into a chaotic end-to-end battle.
Baum, sensing that Italy was beginning to find their momentum, gestured for his side to compact their shape even further. Rakim Rex and Oliver Batista Meier were instructed to drop deeper, helping out in midfield while Malik Tillman operated as the lone outlet in attack. This was the plan until they weathered the attacking onslaught from their Italian opponents.
Despite Germany’s disciplined defensive approach, Italy remained persistent. Wilfried Gnonto began to find space on the right, testing Katterbach with his quick feet and direct dribbling. In the 56th minute, Gnonto managed to break through, cutting inside and unleashing a fierce strike from just outside the box.
Despite Germany’s disciplined defensive approach, Italy remained persistent. Wilfried Gnonto began to find space on the right, testing Katterbach with his quick feet and direct dribbling. In the 54th minute, Gnonto managed to break through, cutting inside and unleashing a fierce strike from just outside the box. The ball swerved menacingly, towards the far post leaving Unbehaun rooted to the ground unable to react fast enough.
Already prepared to fish the ball out of his net as the Italian fans screamed in jubilation the loud clang of the ball bouncing off the bar resounded. The ball rattled the crossbar and bounced back into play, causing a moment of chaos in the German penalty area. Moise Kean was the quickest to react, lunging forward to strike the rebound. However, Unbehaun, now fully alert, dove bravely at Kean’s feet, smothering the shot before Bella-Kotchap cleared the ball into touch.
The Italians groaned in frustration. They had come agonizingly close to an equalizer, but luck was not on their side. Meanwhile, Germany took the opportunity to slow down the game, methodically passing the ball around their defensive line, making Italy chase shadows once again.
In the 60th minute, Germany looked to capitalize on Italy’s aggressive positioning. Engelhardt intercepted a pass intended for Rovella and immediately released Wirtz with a quick ball through the middle. Wirtz surged forward, skipping past Tonali with a clever feint before sliding a precise pass to Rakim Rex on the left wing.
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Rex, having been relatively quiet in the second half due to his defensive duties, now had a chance to stretch his legs. He drove at Bellanova, using his long strides to eat up yards of grass keeping the ball under close control shifting the ball rapidly between his feet. With a sudden burst of acceleration, he cut inside only to backtrack to the outside once Bellanova moved to unlock him.
Accelerating to the side of the box he sent a curling cross into the box aiming for the area around the penalty spot. Malik Tillman leapt for the cross, challenging Matteo Gabbia in the air, but the Italian defender did just enough to put him off. The ball skimmed off Tillman’s head and fell to Oliver Batista Meier’s feet at the box’s edge.
Batista Meier struck a first-time shot without hesitation, but his effort was wild, sending the ball piercing into the stands behind the Italian goal. Alessandro Plizzari breathed a sigh of relief upon seeing this knowing that his team could not afford to fall behind further. Not scared by the near goal they conceded Italy responded with renewed urgency, pushing forward once again.
In the 64th minute, Sandro Tonali orchestrated another Italian attack, spraying a diagonal pass to Moise Kean, who had switched flanks in search of more space. Kean controlled the ball expertly and took on Simon Asta, using a quick step-over to create a yard of space before whipping a low cross into the box. Asta was there though with an outstretched leg to send the ball flying out for a throw-in.
Italy continued their assault, keenly aware that time was running out. Baum shouted instructions from the touchline, urging his players to remain disciplined, but the intensity of the match was rising with every passing minute. The Italians were beginning to take more risks, committing more bodies forward in search of an equalizer.
In the 67th minute, Italy’s persistence finally paid off. Niccolò Rovella, who had been operating in deeper positions for most of the match, made an intelligent late run into the final third. Vignato spotted his movement and threaded a delicate through ball between Engelhardt and Tauer. Rovella took one touch to control before dinking a perfectly weighted pass over the German defence into the path of Giacomo Raspadori. The striker took it on the half-volley, smashing the ball past the out-rushing Unbehaun and into the top corner.
The Italian supporters erupted as the scoreboard flashed 1-1. Raspadori sprinted towards the sideline, celebrating wildly with his teammates. Germany had been breached at last, and now the game was back in the balance. They could be seen staring at their celebrating opponents with dejected expressions not understanding where things had gone wrong.
"When you ask you shall be answered, and this Italian side has defiantly been knocking on this German gate. Rovella perfectly placed through ball set up Giacomo Raspadori who shot a canon into their goal." Paul Gartner exclaimed with excitement his voice barely audible over the more than 7,000 Italian supporters in attendance.
Baum reacted swiftly, making tactical adjustments to regain control of the match. He instructed Engelhardt to press higher, attempting to break up Italy’s build-up play before it reached dangerous areas. Meanwhile, Rakim was given more freedom to attack, pushing further forward and looking to exploit any defensive gaps left by Italy’s more aggressive approach.
The tactical shift had an immediate impact as the German side who had just lost their lead seemed to wake up from their slumber. Their passes which had been solely to retain possession now carried more danger as Rakim and Oliver attacked the wings with more aggression. Their aggression paid off in the 69th minute when Oliver Batista Meier could be seen breaking through on the right flank.
Snaking past Moise Kean he cut inwards just before Alessandro Itallys left-back could step up to challenge him. He gained speed and looked like he would go all the way as he neared the box, but it was then that Sandro Tonali came sliding in from behind. He miss-timed his slide tackle taking out the speeding Meier sending him crashing to the ground.
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To be Continued...
