One matchup is played within England and the other between England and Spain, and fans are choosing the games they want to watch.

Chinese fans will definitely support Chelsea, and this is reflected in the pre-match figures.

Statistically, the world watched Chelsea's FA Cup semi-final against Liverpool much more than Arsenal's Champions League semi-final against Villarreal.

That's right, it's not dazzling, it's not that there is a problem with statistics.

In fact, the huge enthusiasm of Chinese fans has turned the Champions League, which originally attracted attention, into a foil for the English FA Cup.

The FA Cup semi-finals are an elimination system, unlike the Champions League, where there are two home and away games, giving the team a chance to turn the tables.

Chelsea stalwart Frank Lampard has maintained a sober attitude, insisting that this is not the time to celebrate, and that Chelsea cannot relax yet. Why would Frank Lampard say such a thing about a title he has already won?

The reason is that he did not only focus on the league title, but locked up the league and FA Cup double title early! Chelsea face Liverpool in the early hours of Monday morning and, if they get through, face the winner of Middlesbrough and West Ham in the final.

The Reds in the semi-finals will certainly be more difficult to play against than their opponents in the final. 'We're not going to relax, we're aiming for two trophies and we're not going to relax until we get those two trophies,' said Lampard. After the game against Everton, we will be ready for the FA Cup game against Liverpool. ”

Another piece of news is also encouraging. Whoever says Chelsea lack the appeal to top players, the news speaks volumes.

Bayern Munich midfielder Michel Ballack has finally signed a four-year contract with Chelsea, according to German public broadcaster ZDF.

According to the ZDF. Ballack and Chelsea Football Club have agreed to each other's demands, with the only thing left to do is for both parties to sign the formal contract text.

The 29-year-old is a regular midfielder for Bayern Munich and the German national team, having moved to Bayern Munich from Bayer Leverkusen four years ago and has won three league titles for the club in four years. His contract with Bayern will expire at the end of June.

At the moment, neither Ballack himself nor FC Bayern have commented on the matter. Chelsea manager Portuguese Jose Mourinho said on Sunday: 'He [Ballack] has gotten a qiē, I've been impressed with his quality on the pitch and I've been watching him for a long time. And I like how he behaves. He should make a decision before the World Cup. ”

Before the Great War. Ballack's arrival is not the only good news, as another heavyweight has also developed some kind of connection with Chelsea at this time.

As everyone knows. Chelsea's big boss's love for Shepchenko has not been a day or two, and Chelsea's pursuit of the Ukrainian striker has not stopped, and this time there are finally rumors.

Shevchenko, who tops the Champions League scoring charts, missed three great chances to score. Milan drew 0-0 away at Lyon. Sheva was in a low mood after returning to Milan on Thursday. At this time, someone told him the news released by the British "Guardian" in conjunction with the Champions League report on the same day: Shevchenko has agreed to join Chelsea. Hearing this, the Ukrainians laughed and said, "Really...... Thanks to the British newspaper, Galliani called me to his office to renew my contract in a moment".

The Guardian newspaper published on Thursday reported that Abu had pursued Shevchenko three times in three years without success, but Abu was determined to hope that the fourth courtship would be successful.

Shevchenko is said to have reached a verbal agreement with Chelsea, with whom Sheva will sign a four-year contract with a total salary of £23 million over four years. The weekly salary will reach £110,000. Although AC Milan put a £35 million (€50 million) price tag on Sheva, money was not a problem for Abou. Chelsea are hoping for a new season that will completely change the status quo of a weak forward line. The most practical option would be to exchange a portion of Ibuga's transfer fee for Milan's Shevchenko.

And it is also reported that this transfer may be another result, and Jonk will appear in this deal between the giants.

Shevchenko was clearly dismissive of the report, and he used Ancelotti's example to refute the media hype: "Aren't the Spanish newspapers saying every day that Carlo Ancelotti will go to coach Real Madrid? But Carlo renewed his contract with the club until 2008."

Speaking to Sport, Shevchenko said: "I'm ignorant of what Chelsea want me to join, I've always been very transparent about it, I'm not going to let people chew my tongue, I told you that I would renew my contract until 2011 and end my career in Milan."

Shevchenko signed a contract extension with AC Milan in May 2004 until 30 June 2009, when Sheva was 32 years old. If the contract is extended again, Shevchenko will be 34 years old in 2011, basically reaching retirement age, and Sheva will really end up in Milan. Sheva is the favourite of AC Milan boss Silvio Berlusconi, and the chancellor is also the godfather of Sheva's son, and despite Chelsea's thirst for talent, Shevchenko's departure from Milan is unlikely.

Shevchenko is AC Milan's top scorer in Serie A and the Champions League this season, scoring 19 goals in Serie A and 8 in the Champions League.

Chelsea's Champions League exit blamed the lack of front, from Abou to Mourinho have begun to plan to transform the striker, but Jonker's intention has played a key role in this, Chelsea No. 25 seems to be about to transfer, his agent Mendes has already said hello to Chelsea's two helmsmen in advance, but now Jonk himself has not thought about it, but Chelsea must be prepared in advance.

Emotionally speaking, Abu didn't want Jonk to transfer, but Mendes's words made the big boss shake, yes, Mendes said the fundamental reason why Jonk wanted to transfer, Chelsea is too good!

Sounds hilarious. Others will use such reasons as an excuse for a transfer, and if they are replaced by other players, they will be comfortable playing for the club, just like Frank Lampard. But Abu cares more about Jonker than Lampard.

However, Abu knew that what Mendes said was right, it was great, and many times Jonk had less experience, less growth, and Abu had solved it.

Abu doesn't regret being so nice to Jonker. He also knows that his little brother will not forget about him, but when it comes to football, what is conducive to the development of a young player?

Excessive pampering. Definitely not!

Pain also has to cut love, and every qiē depends on Jonker's choice.

Actually, Jonker's idea is also very simple, go outside and see more. But he'll be back at Chelsea anyway. It's just that at that time, he will be more mature and sharper.

Returning to the intriguing FA Cup semi-final, there was a verbal battle between Chelsea and Liverpool ahead of the FA Cup semi-final in the evening, with Jose Mourinho saying he was a special person for Chelsea and Rafa Benitez saying that a special person for Chelsea was Roman Abramovich. Mourinho is not that important.

Benitez said: "Quite simply, they spend more money than other clubs. Abu has done a great job because they haven't won a championship in 50 years, but they have won two in the past two years. The manager [referring to Jose Mourinho] has done a good job, but I think the owner is the key to Chelsea, John Terry, Frank Lampard, Jonker, Mourinho, they are all important, but if it wasn't for Abou, they wouldn't be what they are today, because Abou started the revolution. ”

"Normally, you spend a lot of money and you can get close to the top of the table and fight for the title. This is the case in Spain, Barcelona and Real Madrid, in Italy, Juventus and AC Milan, a country where there has always been a fight for the title? Chelsea, Manchester United and Arsenal, they had to be at the top of the table because it took so much money and we will try to do that next year as well. ”

'It's difficult without money, like Tottenham, who have played well this season but it's over because they don't have all the money from Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester United.

After saying all that, Benitez tried to lighten the mood, saying he and Mourinho have a good relationship. "My relationship with him is normal, but we are in two top teams, and friction is inevitable."

Benitez also compared the two teams' main defensive players. 'John Terry is a very good defender but I think Carragher is one of the best, he's played 55 games this season and he's always played at a very, very good level. Carragher is a role model for a player, passionate, a great collaborator and a good lad. ”

Speaking at his pre-match press conference, Blues head coach Jose Mourinho believes the last time the two teams met at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea completely overwhelmed their opponents and won with ease. He also regretted that the final was not played at the famous Wembley Stadium because he couldn't feel the atmosphere there, and it sounded like Chelsea had reached the final.

'I think in the last game there was only one team playing and the other team wasn't the opponent at all because Chelsea played so well and played a good game. We were mentally prepared and I don't remember them having a chance. We beat them 2-0 with great ease, and we scored our third goal, a surprise goal from Crespo that the linesman didn't count. ”

'It's our game against Liverpool where we were a lot ahead and we beat them 4-1 at Anfield, but the result was a bit big, but it was close, the one at Stamford Bridge was easy.

Including all competitions, today's FA Cup semi-final is the 10th meeting between Chelsea and Liverpool in two years, and Mourinho says there is no animosity between the two teams. 'I don't think there's any particular rivalry, when we meet them, it's always big games, Champions Cup semi-finals, League Cup finals, in the league we always play each other at important stages, the last time we were first in the league and they were second at the time, and that game can put an end to their title hopes. We've never encountered the big picture at any time. ”

'It's unusual to play 10 times in two years, we've played with them in all competitions, but I don't think they're like any other team, there's no special feeling.

Mourinho also said that the FA Cup is the competition he is now serious about and that he regrets that the final could not be played at the famous Wembley Stadium. "The Premier League is the Premier League. That's always the number one goal. But in this country, the cup is special, it's the only domestic trophy we haven't won in the last two years. ”

"From the start of the season. I've been thinking about it for a long time, and that's why. We also think that the final, which could be the first game at Wembley Stadium, will have special significance. I was very disappointed when I found out that the final was not at Wembley, but the final was the final and Gatif was a beautiful stadium. We have fond memories. Because we won the League Cup and the Community Shield there, I would be very happy to be back at Gatif. ”

There were three goalkeepers who followed the Chelsea manager to Manchester. Petr Cech was injured after the previous game and Renny Pizire joined Petr Cech and Cudicini. As an additional insurance. However, as is customary, Cech will be sidelined, with Jonathan Cudicini set to start as Mourinho has promised to give him a chance in the cup tie.

Edul Goodjohnsen is sick. has been ruled out. Essien had a knee problem after a tackle against Manchester United and his availability was questionable, while Maniche will serve the final of his three-game ban and will not be able to play. Chelsea's midfield was nervous.

Regardless of the lineup used, Jonker will definitely start, but Mourinho can guarantee that.

Now Jonk is in hot form. There's no reason not to use it.

As if to further confirm this view, the game is after. Jonker quickly opened the door for Chelsea and just eight minutes into the penalty area was headed home by Rise's misguided header from 15 yards down the middle.

1:0！

Stamford Bridge is boiling again at home, and there are many good things and many tribulations, but this time it is different, and the victory looks like it is within reach!

However, the good times were short-lived, and the Chelsea were still in the joy of taking the lead, but the Liverpudlians stubbornly equalised.

Taking the lead in the 21st minute, John Terry was in front of the box for Luis Garcia to raise his foot too high, Bol awarded an indirect free-kick from the edge of the box, Reese flicked it out, Gerrard stopped, and the Norwegian followed up with a left-footed volley that went between Frank Lampard and Patrick Ferreira on the edge of the wall and into the bottom left-hand corner.

1:1！

A stunning long-range shot brought both teams back to square one, and the game seemed to have just begun.

Benitez has taken Jonker more seriously than ever in this game, and the opening negligence did not prevent Liverpudlians from being enthusiastic about Jork's defence, and there will always be at least 2 Liverpool players who come forward to defend wherever Jonk appears.

Nowadays, many teams in the Premier League will arrange this way in order to win against Chelsea, Jonker is too crazy and too highlight, and the Premier League team is no longer secretive, that is, to use the sea of people to win against Jonk, and deal with Chelsea's most threatening point.

Benitez did the same in today's game, he learned the lesson of the last game of Manchester United, instead of the defender as the main marker, the defensive midfielder switched to a defensive midfielder, while the central defender had to step forward in time to make up for the defense, it can be said that Jonker had to face almost the entire Liverpool defense in the game.

For a while, Chelsea's tactics around Jonker were mired in a quagmire and could not be carried out at all.

On the other hand, Liverpool, while restricting Jonker, is also attacking more and more.

Don't forget, this is at Stamford Bridge, but there is no way, Liverpudlian are always able to do miracles when people don't expect it, just like last season's Champions League, the Spaniard named Benitez injected a magical force into this revival of the old giants.

In the face of adversity, Liverpool has always been able to burst out with unprecedented strength and achieve unexpected results.

Jonk played unusually awkwardly, lost contact with the players, couldn't get the ball yet, and couldn't pose a threat in any way.

Take the initiative to retreat, and the opponent's back will also press forward, blocking the possibility of Jonk taking the ball.

It can be said that 85% of Liverpool's defensive energy is on Jonker alone, and no matter what, he can't let Jonk exert his power.

Benitez was right, but Mourinho was a little worried, replacing Jonker? It's not impossible, but the main thing is that Jonker is limited by the opponent and the other Chelsea players don't play?

Similarly, after replacing Jonker, the Liverpudlians will be further liberated, and will other Chelsea players who have not performed well be able to withstand it?

In a word, to answer all the qiē, the rest of the Chelsea players in the game today were not good enough, and the pressure on Liverpool was too small.

However, this seems to be a crux of Chelsea's rapid development to this day, Mourinho has always emphasized the whole and efficiency, but now it seems that Chelsea is caught in a strange circle, efficiency only appears in a few people, Lampard, Jonk!

Didier Drogba was not efficient.

But the whole that came first was completely gone, and the players had a dependence on Jonker, always wanting to put the ball at the feet of Jonk at the first time and let Jonk create opportunities.

Mentally, Mourinho also realised that Chelsea wanted to grow further, that Jonker had to change, and that Chelsea had to change as well.

After making up his mind, the surprising substitution decision came at the beginning of the second half, Ibrahimovic replaced Jonker, and everyone was stunned, seeing that the second half had not officially begun, the substitution number raised by the fourth official was stunned.

What are Chelsea going to do?

Rafael Benitez understands that Chelsea have to change, but is it too late to do so?

The Spaniard had a good laugh and Liverpool found an advantage anyway.

As it turns out, it does!

Liverpool doubled their lead in the 53rd minute when Finnan threw a throw-in from the right, Ferreira rose to the top and Gallas couldn't clear it in time, and Luis Garcia fired a left-footed volley into the far corner from 20 yards out in the middle.

2:1！

Liverpool took the lead at Stamford Bridge and it was the arrival of a midfielder who changed the balance on the pitch.

When Jonker was on the pitch, Luis Garcia wouldn't have been so forward, but on the other hand, it showed that Chelsea were not protecting enough at the top of the penalty area, and the rest of Chelsea's players were in terrible form today.

Looking at what happened on the field, Jonk glanced up at Mourinho, his eyes were facing each other, but at the moment it was cold and scary, and the eyes of both revealed a cold or stubborn persistence.

He didn't say anything more, as if his cold gaze had already explained it.

The game also unexpectedly went to a different ending, and before the game, Chinese fans would not have imagined that this would be the result, Chelsea lost at home Stamford Bridge.

The most surprising thing was that Chelsea seemed to reveal some kind of dissonance during the game, and although neither person said anything after the game, the fans and the media were aware of it, and it was impossible to hide it.

Jose Mourinho is not English, he may not care about the FA Cup, but he certainly cares about the opponent in front of him. Because it was this Liverpool who stopped his progress in the semi-finals of the Champions League last season, and he lost the chance to win the European Champions League in a row.

But the histories are so similar. In the semi-finals again, Mourinho's Chelsea fell at the feet of Liverpool again, and it was this Luis Garcia who delivered the fatal blow! The footage of the goal from the second leg of last season's Champions League semi-final was repeated before the game, and it seems that the TV editors also had a premonition of the similarities between the two games.

Probably no one will explain why Luis Garcia has always scored such crucial goals in such crucial games, and always so brilliantly!

Luis Garcia's goal today was reminiscent of last season's Champions League four-of-eight goal against Juventus, in which in the 25th minute, Finnan passed the ball on the right sideline, Le Talek picked up the rib with his right foot, and Luis Garcia ran 20 meters in front of goal with the outside of his left foot and volleyed it into the far corner to make it 2-0.

And today, when the opportunity presented itself to Luis Garcia, he did it again. The same volley more than 20 meters from the goal also rewrote the score to 2-1. Perhaps when his team's two headers in a row still did not go far and fell to the feet of Garcia, the opposing goalkeeper Cudicini had a premonition, but Cudicini still did not expect that this time Garcia did not even wait for the ball to land, the ball drew a beautiful parabola into the upper left corner of the goal.

And it was this goal that sealed the win for Liverpool, and then Mourinho's substitutions, changes of formation, and Jonker's opening goal were all in vain. (To be continued......)