The Premier League is the complete opposite; defenders have less overall tactical awareness compared to Serie A players, but Premier League defenders are taller, have stronger impact, and create intense pressure.
Often before the forwards can even receive the rolling ball, a wall has already crashed in from behind!
But because of this, forwards in the Premier League often get more open spaces on the attacking line than those in Serie A.
As a midfielder, Tang Long didn't invest more in forward skills in the AI system; his focus remains on passing.
Therefore, after being suddenly moved to the front line in this match, Tang Long relies more on his football understanding, playing while observing.
In the 53rd minute of the second half, Tang Long received a direct pass from Yaya Toure on the wing.
Lovren, who was marking Tang Long, stepped up and continuously used his body to disrupt him from behind.
