Ancelotti might also be criticized as a ball-hogger.
Fortunately, the outcome was positive.
"Ancelotti completed his redemption! In the first half, he missed a penalty kick and indirectly caused the team to concede a goal. But in the second half, his movements were very active, ghost-like, making it difficult for Russian players to defend."
"Canyes indeed reached the shooting point earlier, but his choice of shot was clearly immature, which is related to him only being able to use his right foot to shoot. Besides aiming for the far-left corner of the goal, he had no other choice."
"But when the chance is right there, don’t hesitate. Canyes did nothing wrong."
"Ancelotti saw the shortcoming in Canyes’ shot and wanted to change the result, and he actually did it! He scored his first goal at this European Cup."
"With one more goal, he will stand alone as the tenth top scorer in Italy National Team’s history! He is currently tied for tenth!"
"It’s worth mentioning that Canyes has continued his excellent performance from the last match, having already assisted in two goals so far!"
Goals are everything.
After this goal, Ancelotti and Canyes celebrated warmly, making Morici, who was watching, sweat with worry.
If Canyes had stolen Ancelotti’s chance to score after his penalty miss, Ancelotti might have directly clashed with Canyes.
Then the atmosphere in Italy’s locker room would be severely problematic.
Luckily.
This ball went in.
Everything will now be different.
Perhaps this is fate.
Heaven does not forget the Italy National Team.
Then next, it’s going to be tough for the Russia Team. Morici estimated that not even Jesus could save the Russia Team now!
...
In the sixtieth minute, Maniero made a double substitution, replacing Perrotta and Ancelotti with Sogel and Kolber.
Neither of the veterans showed any discomfort on their faces. Instead, they warmly embraced the two young central forwards, patting them on the back and cheering them on.
The Italian fans in the stadium applauded enthusiastically.
This might just be an ordinary substitution.
But in the future, it could also be a historical turning point.
Perhaps from this moment, Italy’s generational transition officially began.
The veterans retire with their mission accomplished; the newcomers navigate through waves — this is the perfect script.
In fact, the on-field effect was just as anticipated.
Russia, already down to ten men, didn’t show much at first, but as the game wore on, the gaps couldn’t be hidden.
Kolber, who replaced Ancelotti, though not as sharp as Ancelotti, is a genuinely impactful central forward.
In attack, he could actively help to relieve the pressure on "Little Perrotta" Sogel.
And Russia was never particularly strong; their defense level is roughly around seventy points.
The challenge of defending Perrotta and Ancelotti, both rated around ninety, is no different for them from defending Sogel and Kolber, who are rated around eighty — they can’t really stop any of them anyway.
But for Sogel and Kolber, it’s different.
Perrotta and Ancelotti can handle and even score against defenses rated eighty-five to ninety.
When faced with high-level opponents, Sogel and Kolber struggle to score goals.
However, against weaker opponents, Sogel and Kolber’s attacking efficiency is higher than that of the veterans.
This is the difference running brings; this is the power of youth!
You may have better quality, but I have greater quantity.
In the sixty-fifth minute, Morici, from midfield, executed a Maniero-style long pass, accurately finding Kolber who was retreating to receive at the near point.
Kolber nodded the ball to Sogel beside him and then turned to advance forward.
Sogel returned the ball to Lu Yang, then moved laterally to draw the defender away, giving Lu Yang space to push forward.
However, Lu Yang didn’t advance but delivered a through ball.
Golden Wolf Totti’s through ball plus one-touch pass!
The ball directly pierced Russia’s defensive line, landing at the feet of Kolber, who was charging forward.
Kolber back-heeled the ball, combining dribbling and acceleration perfectly, showcasing both fine technique and speed, instantly creating a one-on-one with the goalkeeper.
Bang!
No need for reasoning; once Kolber entered the penalty area, he took a powerful shot without hesitation.
The ball went straight into the top corner.
Four to one!
Italy went mad!
"Wow! Just five minutes after coming on as a substitute, Kolber scored! This is his first goal for the Italy National Team! A debut substitute goal! Nothing is more wonderful than this!"
"In this attack just now, all participants were under the age of twenty-three! Morici, Sogel, Lu Yang, Kolber, Italy has initiated a youth storm!"
"Morici’s vision is outstanding! Kolber’s impact is overwhelming! Sogel’s coordination ability is perfect! Lu Yang’s through ball is so artistic! This is a seamless Italian team!"
"Before this European Cup, the Italy Team had long been in a state of struggling to score. People often commented that Italy couldn’t attack."
"But today! Italy demonstrated such exquisite attacking coordination, scoring four magnificent goals!"
"This Italy Team is becoming different! A new storm has emerged! Viewers, remember to enjoy a bowl of Unified Old-Alter Pickled Mustard Noodle!"
While passionately narrating, the commentator casually inserted a product placement, very smoothly.
After this goal, the last breath held by the Russia Team completely dissipated.