What is an attacking defensive midfielder?

Chapter 19 What exactly do I do?

"So, are you now considered a pure defensive midfielder?"

call……

The interview had long since ended, but the reporter's words kept echoing in Hao Ren's ears.

As a youth coach once said, if you want to become a professional player, you must have a clear understanding of your own abilities. Knowing your strengths and your role in the team is essential to playing better football.

So... what should one's strengths and responsibilities be?

Lying in bed, Hao Ren looked up at the ceiling of the rented room, his expression dazed.

A few months ago, he would have been able to give a clear and affirmative answer.

But now... Hao Ren really can't tell the difference.

What exactly is his role in the team, and which is more important to him: offense or defense?

Based on the previous teachings from the youth training coaches, Hao Ren suddenly realized something and abruptly sat up in bed.

Can't he be considered a professional player?

"..."

wrong.

He's a professional player now, so there shouldn't be any causal relationship between the two.

Hao Ren should now be considering what to do next.

4 assists in 4 games.

This should only be temporary.

Hao Ren comforted himself.

From a young age, he knew that his football talent lay in defense and supporting his teammates in the backfield.

Talent is real, everything else is fake!

……

Snapped!

[Kroos's Guided Through Ball Template (Senior)]

Proficiency: -82/300

A through ball found Kimmich, who was rushing up the right flank, and he collected the ball.

"pretty!"

Rangnick's voice rang out on the training field as Kimmich cut inside with the ball and found Poulsen waiting in the penalty area.

The two players executed a series of passes, culminating in Kimmich scoring the goal.

"Wow!"

Kimmich scored a rare goal, and the stadium erupted in applause.

Kimmich didn't forget who passed him the ball, and immediately came to Hao Ren's side after scoring: "Good job, Gud, your passing is getting more and more accurate."

Kimmich was genuinely happy for Hao Ren.

With improved offensive capabilities, Hao Ren's starting position will become increasingly secure.

However... Hao Ren didn't joke around with his friends like before, but instead acted very seriously.

"Brother Chicken, can I ask you a question?"

"Dude, good, just ask!"

"Is it necessary for professional players to understand their role within the team?"

"Of course! If you can't even tell what you're doing, what's the point of playing professional football?" Kimmich answered without hesitation.

"Do you even know what we're playing right now?"

"this……"

"..."

"You think you can trick me? Am I not a professional player anymore? Fuck you!"

Kimmich thought Hao Ren was joking and immediately pushed his teammate away.

Hao Ren still looked serious, which left Kimmich completely baffled.

Paulsen noticed their conversation and walked over: "What did he ask you?"

"...He asked me if I was a professional player."

"Forehead."

Poulsen and Kimmich initially reacted similarly, both somewhat bewildered. However, after Kimmich explained further, the Leipzig striker realized: "Is he asking this because he doesn't know his role in the team?"

Looking at Hao Ren, who was deep in thought in the distance, Kimmich felt that what Poulsen said made sense.

"Phew... I actually feel the same way."

Poulsen admitted, glancing at Rangnick and Almas on the sidelines: "Ralf doesn't seem to have fully figured out how we should play this season. I'm a bit confused right now."

When Rangnick first implemented a high-press strategy, although the team's performance was poor, Poulsen always knew what he was supposed to do on the court.

As a result, the team changed its style after just two games. Sometimes Poulsen didn't even know if he was a winger or a center forward, but inexplicably they won two games in a row.

This……

Upon hearing his teammate's words, Kimmich was somewhat dazed.

So what exactly is the situation at RB Leipzig right now?

……

RB Leipzig vs. Eintracht Braunschweig

This is the fifth round of the 2. Bundesliga season, and also the last of the three matches that Hao Ren and Rangnick agreed upon.

"Good man!"

"Good man!"

In the home stands, Leipzig fans chanted Hao Ren's name, which made Hao Ren feel flattered.

Thanks to the support of the fans, Hao Ren quickly regained his confidence.

Regardless of your specific responsibilities, winning the game is the most important task right now!

"..."

"What are you trying to do, the away team's number 10?"

"I, Hao, the King of Football, am right next to you. You'd better be careful."

"They're here, haha!"

"What are you pretending for? This kind of winger only deserves to be thoroughly trained by me, King Hao!"

Another perfect steal.

Wang Chao initially watched Hao Ren's matches with a biased perspective, but Hao Ren's performance kept improving.

"Brothers, this is godlike! If you bet on Leipzig with me today, you're almost guaranteed to win."

"As I said, I trust Mr. Goodman is definitely right."

35th minute!

Braunschweig's attack failed, and possession was won by goalkeeper Belot.

Seeing this, Hao Ren immediately retreated to receive the ball from Belot.

First, coordinate with Sebastian next to you to avoid the opponent's pressing.

After regaining possession, Hao Ren didn't hesitate and launched a long pass directly to Anthony Jung, who was making a forward run on the left.

"Holy crap!"

"It's coming!"

The location wasn't perfectly accurate, but the general location was correct.

Anthony Jung got the ball!

After cutting inside, the ball forms a triangle shape and is handed over to Kimmich, who is waiting at the top of the arc.

Kimmich passes to Poulsen again!

"Goal!"

"1:0!"

The teamwork between Leipzig players on the field was unpredictable.

I can't figure out what the other team is doing, but they still manage to score.

Put yourself in their shoes; the coach of Brunswick must be terrified.

However, this is not the end.

In the second half, the Leipzig players, having found their rhythm, further increased the pace of the game.

"I'll do it! I'll do it!"

Seeing Dem block the attacking player, Hao Ren quickly followed.

Thinking about Dem was not an easy task, but then the opposing number 20 suddenly appeared out of nowhere.

The attacking player looked serious; he was determined to protect the ball firmly!

boom!

[Mission Progress: Assists (2/3) / Steals (7/12)]

Hao Ren made the steal very easily, and the ball didn't even go out of bounds!

"Go to the front!"

Demme pointed to an open space ahead and then played a through ball.

Turning forward, Hao Ren received the ball and began his advance.

Hao Ren's speed is not slow; in fact, he can be considered one of the faster ones among his peers.

Hao Ren dribbled the ball past the center circle and spotted Kimmich coming over to receive it, so he decisively passed the ball to him.

However, just as Hao Ren was about to slow down, Rangnick's roar came from outside the arena.

"Goodman! Keep moving forward!"

"Press it! There's a chance!"

!!!

Hao Ren reacted, pushed off the ground and moved forward, cooperating with Kimmich to make further progress.

Kimmich encountered a defender, so he passed the ball to Hao Ren next to him.

Hao Ren received the ball about 10 meters from the top of the arc. At that moment, Hao Ren felt as if he had been electrocuted.

Hao Ren raised his right arm, pointing his right index finger towards the restricted area.

hiss!

He wasn't entirely sure, but Kimmich still chose to trust his teammates.

The moment Kimmich stepped onto the edge of the penalty area, Hao Ren delivered a through pass.

boom!

"Wow!!!!"

"Goal!"

"Hao Ren's assist!"

"Holy crap, it's Hao Ren's wingman again!"

"One at every game?! Mr. Goodman, what are you trying to do?!"

Kimmich raised his hands high in the penalty area, and Hao Ren felt his body burning hot.

The feeling of making such a precise through pass to complete an assist is simply wonderful!

[Mission Progress: Assists (3/3) / Steals (7/12)]

Current status: Completed.

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