Last night's Asian Cup, a special match caught everyone's eye. Who would have thought that the Malaysian team, which is usually not very optimistic, would be able to draw 3-3 with the powerful South Korean team. Such a result made Malaysian fans jump for joy, but the story behind it is not so simple.
Speaking of which, the performance of the South Korean team in this game is really confusing. They had 70 per cent possession, were much more attacking than their opponents, and had three times as many corners and shots on goal. But curiously, the South Korean team doesn't seem to be in a hurry to score. Especially in the 50th minute, they deliberately conceded a goal to allow Malaysia's Halim to score easily. The second ball was given directly to the other party, almost as if he was helping.
Meanwhile, Jordan played a similar trick in another game. Against Bahrain, they pressed all over the board in the 34th minute and were tackled to give them an easy chance to score. Throughout the game, the Jordan team was almost on the defensive, obviously not intending to win.
There's a big secret behind this. It turns out that these teams are avoiding being the top team in the group, because then they will have to face a strong Japanese team in the next round, and after winning against Japan, they will have to meet Iran. In this way, losing seems to be a safer option.
This attitude to the game is really talkative. Some say that this not only lacks sportsmanship, but also undermines the fairness of the game. The Asian Cup was supposed to be a good opportunity for teams to show their strength, but now it has become a game of wits and courage.
The Chinese team also looked a little embarrassed in such an environment. If they had been in Group E, they would have qualified a long time ago. Now, they have to challenge themselves in this intrigue arena, which is undoubtedly a huge test for them.
In particular, the tactics of the South Korean team and the Jordan team are of great concern. They were obviously strong, possessing the ball and attacking more than their opponents, but they acted like they were deliberately letting go of the water. The South Korean team, in particular, clearly deliberately made holes in their defense, and even allowed the opponent to score at critical moments. The Jordan team played negative football, giving up attacking and concentrating on defense.
This strategy, while it may seem clever in the short term, is actually very detrimental to the long-term development of the team. Not only did it disappoint the fans, but it also diminished the true meaning of the game.
In this controversial Asian Cup, the situation of the Chinese team is even more complicated. Originally, if I was in Group E, I might have passed the test easily. But now, in the face of such a calculating competition environment, the Chinese team needs a stronger psychological quality and competitive level to cope with these uncertainties.
The result was as everyone expected. Under the calculations of the teams, the game lost the basis of fair competition and became a contest of strategy and strategy. This is not only a warning to the participating teams, but also a challenge for the whole of Asian football. In future competitions, the situation must be improved in order to maintain the fairness and competitiveness of the competition.
Let's talk about the strategy of the Korean team. They had a lot of possession on the pitch and a lot of attacks, but they acted like they were acting. Against Malaysia, not only did he make intentional mistakes defensively, but he also appeared unaggressive in attack. This kind of tactical arrangement makes one wonder, is this really a fair game, and what are the struggles and contradictions in the hearts of the players in the face of this strategy? This is not only a test of their work ethic, but also a challenge to sportsmanship.
Jordan's performance was just as puzzling. Against Bahrain, they almost gave up attacking and focused on defense, making the game less intense and intense. Their strategy, although it avoided a head-on confrontation with the Japanese team, also disappointed the fans.
For the Chinese team, this kind of calculating field has made it more difficult to qualify. They have to contend not only with the techniques and tactics of their opponents, but also with strategies to deal with these uncertainties. This is a great test of the team's overall quality and mental quality.
Finally, this controversial Asian Cup is a profound reflection not only for the participating teams, but also for the entire Asian football community. The strategy and calculations in the game, while bringing some "tactical advantages" in the short term, have damaged the spirit and core values of football in the long run.
Football, as a popular sporting event around the world, should be a place to showcase technique, strategy, and team spirit, rather than a game full of calculations and intrigue. In future competitions, teams should return to the essence of sportsmanship, play fairly, and do their best to show their strength. That's what sporting events are all about.
Now, what do you think of the impact of this attitude on football?