long live the king

Updated: 2013-02-05

Zhang Yang took a sip of tea and continued to listen to Albertini. (.)

"So, will you participate in the Beijing Olympics this time? Zhang Yang."

Participate in the Beijing Olympics?Zhang Yang was taken aback for a moment, and then he knew what Albertini meant. He shook his head and said, "Demi, maybe you don't know it yet. I have already issued a statement. Unless the Chinese Football Association apologizes to me for certain things, otherwise, I will Would not consider playing for the national team. Well, the Olympic team is also a national team."

When Albertini heard what Zhang Yang said, he was secretly delighted, and said, "Then what about the World Cup."

"The World Cup?" Zhang Yang smiled wryly, "The Chinese team didn't even qualify for the Asian group stage of the World Cup in South Africa, and they have missed the World Cup in South Africa for a long time. Besides, what I said just now, it is impossible for me to represent the Chinese team for the time being. .”

Albertini nodded, "I understand. However, Zhang, with all due respect, if a player cannot participate in the World Cup, it is definitely a lifelong regret. It can be said that you are a very talented and capable player." At the beginning, seeing you playing football reminded me of Basten, but then I realized that you and Basten’s characteristics are not quite the same, but I believe that your future will be the same as Basten’s. Great as Teng. You are definitely a player that all coaches will really need and appreciate. I think your height in world football may even be as high as Basten in the future, however, I am referring to the achievements of the club, I I think you understand what I mean, as a professional player. It is not enough to achieve honors in the club, you must also have honors in the national team to achieve success. Stefano and Mr. Puskas have won the Champions League five times , scored countless goals in his life, but his status in football is hard to compare with Franz Beckenbauer and Cruyff, because they lack the honor of the national team. In addition to the glory of the Milan team, Basten, in 1988 He helped the Dutch team win the European Cup, which is also the most shining jewel of his career. Of course, we all know that Basten lacks a World Cup champion, otherwise, he can be called the king of the ball. I say this, I think you understand what I mean, a great player, in addition to showing se in the club, he also needs to show himself on a stage like the World Cup to be truly great."

Zhang Yang pondered for a while, although he still didn't know Albertini's real purpose, but he seemed to feel a little bit of meaning, he nodded and said: "Demi, thank you for your concern, for comparing me with Basten , it flatters me, but, I think you also know, it's not that I don't want to play for my country, I don't want to get the honor of the national team, but there is a reason, well, it's complicated, but, what I want to say is, I am I will not bow my knees and use my dignity to beg for a place in a national team."

When Zhang Yang was communicating with Albertini, Mendes did not speak, but was drinking coffee and pretending to listen.Mendes had already guessed Albertini's reason for coming, but he didn't plan to say anything.At the same time, Mendes is also very satisfied with Zhang Yang's verbal response, and Zhang Yang's response is very appropriate.Those media who are always pointing fingers at Zhang Yang should really listen to Zhang Yang's words, Zhang Yang's manners and words are quite mature.

"The Chinese Football Association asked you to be a lobbyist?" Zhang Yang asked suddenly.

Mendes was drinking coffee and was choked by Zhang Yang's words. Albertini was also taken aback. He didn't expect Zhang Yang to misunderstand him like this.

"No, no, of course not." Albertini shook his hand, then he pondered for a moment and said, "Well, Zhang, I also understand your situation. You are now in a stalemate with the Chinese national team. The situation of the Chinese Football Association Although I don't know much about it, I have also heard that they will not bow their heads to a player. This is normal. In fact, the Italian Football Association will not apologize to a player. I believe you are also aware of this. arrive."

Zhang Yang nodded, didn't say anything, but signaled Albertini to continue.

"Under the current circumstances, the stalemate between you and the Chinese national team has not yet been resolved. Well, what's more, the Chinese team is doomed to miss the World Cup in South Africa, so no matter what you say, you are doomed to be with the Chinese national team." Two years later, the World Cup will be missed. If I remember correctly, two years later, you will be 24 years old. This is the beginning of a shooter's real golden career. At that time, you will miss the most important feast in world football , This is really a pity, and after the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, the next World Cup will be around four years ago in 2014, let alone whether you will represent the Chinese team at that time, even if you represent the Chinese team, I Believe me, you are also aware of one thing. With the current strength of the Chinese team, it is very difficult to get tickets for the 2014 World Cup. Of course, if you join, the hope of the Chinese team getting the tickets for the 2014 World Cup will still increase A lot. However, there is a situation that is very likely to happen, that is, the Chinese team did not get the tickets for the 2014 World Cup, then you will miss this World Cup again, and you will be 28 years old at that time. When a shooter is at his peak, if he misses the World Cup again this time, I think it is really a pity, not only for you, but also for the football world. ()”

Zhang Yang was a little confused by Albertini's words.

"Demi, I still don't know your real reason for coming." Zhang Yang scratched his head in doubt and said.

When Albertini heard Zhang Yang's direct question, he also knew that it was time to reveal the cards.

"Zhang, you will be 24 years old at the World Cup in South Africa two years later, and 28 years old at the World Cup six years later. For you in these two World Cup years, you will be a player with progressive stamina and experience. Maturity and accumulation, until it is the most prosperous time, and later, in the 2018 World Cup, you are already 32 years old. At that time, the state of the players has generally begun to gradually decline. Therefore, there is no doubt that the World Cup in South Africa As well as the 2014 World Cup, it is undoubtedly the most suitable stage for you! Zhang Yang, you should not waste this time, this is also your opportunity, and it is also the most suitable stage and opportunity that football gives you! I know the stalemate between you and the Chinese national team, And at present, this kind of ice is very difficult to break, so this is almost equivalent to blocking your way to represent the Chinese football team in the World Cup. If a player like you misses the World Cup, it will be a pity for football. Therefore, Here, I propose a possibility. Maybe things can be resolved."

Having said this, Albertini paused, and Zhang Yang also looked up at Albertini.

Albertini took a sip of tea, moistened his throat, and then said the ultimate purpose of the trip, "Zhang Yang, I think you can consider the Italian team. You have played in Serie A for a season, and one league and one country There are many similarities in the tactics of the national team. I believe you also know something about the Italian national team. In addition, your teammates include Pirlo, Gattuso, Ambrosini, Girardi Nuo and Bonera are also Italian internationals. You are also very familiar with them and have a tacit understanding. The strength of the Italian team is not comparable to that of the Chinese team. If you join the Italian team, then even if you win It is very possible to win the World Cup. And this is also a good way to solve the deadlock between you and the Chinese team. After all, it would be a pity if a player like you cannot participate in the World Cup. This is not the Italian Football Association. The words of the chairman Albertini, but the words of a former player Albertini. I really think so, Zhang."

Albertini didn't lie, he really felt that way, it would be a pity if there were no players of Zhang Yang's level in the World Cup.

In Albertini's view, if Zhang Yang can represent the Italian team in the competition, then the hope of the Italian team winning the World Cup and the European Cup will be greatly increased. Moreover, for Zhang Yang personally, he will also be able to show his talent on the world's highest level stage Talent, this is a matter of mutual benefit, Zhang Yang should have no reason to refuse, no player can refuse the temptation of the World Cup, and no player can refuse the call of the world champion team Italy.In this regard, Albertini is quite confident.

After Zhang Yang heard Albertini's words, his expression was no longer calm.

Albertini looked at the young man and saw the expression on Zhang Yang's face change again and again. The young man finally picked up the tea and took a big sip, which showed the intensity of the inner struggle.

"Zhang, I also know that this matter is very important, and you don't need to answer me right away, you can think about it before answering me."

"No, Demi." Zhang Yang raised his head, looked seriously into the eyes of Italian Football Federation Vice President Albertini, and said slowly, "I think I can make a decision now."

Albertini looked at Zhang Yang in surprise, obviously did not expect Zhang Yang to give a reply so soon, and Albertini felt faintly in his heart that the answer Zhang Yang gave might not be what he wanted, even though he felt that the idea was too much. It is not unbelievable that there are still people in this world who would reject the call of the Italian team, but Albertini clearly felt this way.

Zhang Yang said: "Demi, I have to admit that I am very tempted by your suggestion, really tempted. No player can refuse the temptation of the World Cup, and the call of the Italian team is also very attractive! In addition, I do have an agreement with the Chinese Football Association. It’s very difficult to get the opportunity to represent the Chinese team, and even if I can enter the Chinese national team, it is an unfamiliar environment. As you said, my understanding of the Chinese team may not be as good as that of the Italian team. I know more about it. After all, in the Milan team, several of my teammates are Italian internationals. In addition, the Chinese team is far inferior to the Italian team. No matter which World Cup it is, the Italian team is the favorite to win the championship. It is very difficult for the Chinese team to even qualify for the group stage of the World Cup Asian qualifiers. No matter where you look at it, for me personally, joining the Chinese team is very advisable, and it is a very bad situation. The team is undoubtedly the best, which can make my career more perfect, I can even win the World Cup, and even win the Hercules Cup more than once, but, I thought about it, wearing the Italian blue jersey to fight , this is really not the football I want, even if it is not only Italy, or other teams invite me, it is difficult for me to give birth to a sense of identity. Although my country's football is very bad, even devastated , it is almost impossible for me to play for the Chinese team, but I still can't imagine myself playing in the jersey of other national teams. In that way, I will feel uneasy and lack too much motivation to play football. Mi, thank you for your kindness, I can feel your sincerity, but I have to tell you with regret. I cannot join the Italian team."

"Why? I really can't understand it!" Albertini almost stood up, although he also had a premonition, but when he heard Zhang Yang's direct rejection, Albertini still felt strangely incredible, in his opinion.This is simply impossible. If this multiple-choice question is for anyone to make a choice, they will choose to play for the Italian team without hesitation. There is no doubt about it!On the one hand, the strength of the Chinese team cannot be compared with the Italian team. In addition, the players themselves have serious conflicts with the Football Association. On the other hand, the invitation from the world champion team Italy is very sincere. It is very hopeful to join the Italian team Win the World Cup, win the Hercules Cup, in addition, you may also win the European Cup, become a football legend, gain both fame and fortune, and even become a great figure like Pele or Maradona, Just imagine this beautiful scene, and you can know that this is something that no player will refuse. In addition, in the Italian team, it is not an example that there are no foreign players joining. Camoranesi is an example. This Argentine Joining the Italian team, what he got, won the World Cup in Germany in 2006, when Camoranesi lifted the World Cup in Germany, people just praised him, praised him, cheered him, thanked him for his work The contribution made by the Italian team, and there will be no other complaints.

It can even be said that when hearing Zhang Yang's direct refusal, Albertini couldn't believe it, but also felt that Zhang Yang was a little clueless, or a little stupid.

Zhang Yang's mood has calmed down a bit at this time. In fact, when he said the words of rejection just now, he felt very regretful and uncomfortable. He almost nodded in agreement, but in the end, Choose Decline.

Zhang Yang smiled and said: "Demi, I think you should have heard my story. At the beginning, for me, becoming a professional player was my biggest dream. At that time, I wanted to continue my football dream. It has become unrealistic. Fortunately, I did not accept my fate, but chose to fight and work hard. I went to France to find my football dream there. Although the process was tortuous, I am very happy to finally have the ball The team is willing to accept me, thanks to Papa Fernandez and Marseille Club, where I got the opportunity, fortunately, I seized this rare opportunity, which made my football dream continue, where I became a A real professional player! Demi, you may not be able to imagine how happy I was when I wore the Marseille jersey for the first time, touched the ball for the first time, and scored the first goal. I really I feel like the happiest person on this planet! Really, at that time, I thought the sky was so blue, the white clouds were so beautiful, and when the fans shouted my name, it was like a dream. At that time , I said to myself, this is what I want, I will cherish this opportunity, work hard, keep working hard, because I want to go on like this, to be happy like this, to be able to play football and score goals, that is The happiest thing ever!"

Zhang Yang was a little excited, his eyes were a little red, he wiped them secretly, smiled embarrassedly, and then said, "In the beginning, I was very sad and sad that I didn't get the call for the national team. Players dream of being able to play for their homeland, playing football amidst the cheers and cheers of the fans in their homeland, seeing that their football talent can bring happiness and joy to the fans of their homeland, this is undoubtedly a great happiness for a player , I was a little sad at that time, but soon, my friends in China told me that they were very happy, very happy, and very excited to see my performance in the Marseille team and the club getting better and better, because of the time difference, Europe The live broadcast of the league is in the middle of the night in China, but my friends and family members told me that even though it is midnight, every weekend, every game day, as long as there is a live broadcast of the game, there are so many The fans are waiting in front of the TV, waiting to see me play, cheering for my good performances, cheering for my goals, even when I miss the chance, they are sadder than myself. When I score , Their cheers were louder than ever! At that time, I thought, why are they supporting me so much, why? Is it just my performance? No, no, no! There are many outstanding players! They Cheer for me, be proud of me, I am happy and they are also happy, I am sad and they are also sad! Because, I have a common identity with them, we are all Chinese, I am their compatriots, they are my compatriots! This It cannot be changed at any time! I am happy to have such compatriot fans, and I also love my motherland, although I also know that I play for other national teams, which does not mean that I betray my motherland , and even some domestic fans will understand and support me, but I can’t pass my own test! When I wear the national team jersey of other countries, I can’t imagine how my compatriots should cheer for me , applaud me, even if someone applauds me, even if someone blesses me, I will feel that is a great irony! I am eager for honor! Extremely eager, but honor is not the only thing, I don’t want to lose what football brings me The most original feeling of happiness! To be honest, I also want to join other national teams. I am moved by your suggestion, and it is very exciting, but I can’t convince myself of the persistence in my heart! I can’t pass my level! As for the national team, maybe the relationship between me and the Chinese Football Association will ease one day, maybe, one day I will play a few games in the national team on a whim, maybe I will be a fan of my motherland Amidst their cheering, working hard to qualify for the World Cup may not succeed, but this process, I think, will be very sweet."

Speaking of this, Zhang Yang seems to have fallen into deep thought.Suddenly raised his head and said mockingly: "It can be said that I am also very contradictory. Maybe in the future I will regret my decision today, but at least, now, I will not regret it."

Albertini was a little dazed, he listened quietly, and it could even be said that he was moved by Zhang Yang's words.

At this time, Albertini looked at the Chinese young man in front of him, as if traveling through time and space, and he thought of a person in his mind.

George Weah, Albertini's teammate at AC Milan!

In the history of world football, George Weah is the only one who missed out on the World Cup due to being the No.1 footballer in the world. This is one of the biggest regrets in the history of world football.

On October 1966, 10, Weah was born in Monrovia, the capital of Liberia. He grew up in a slum when he was young, but he developed a modest and kind-hearted character since childhood.After years of traveling to Liberia, Cameroon, and France, Weah joined the AC Milan team in the summer of 1, and together with Savicevic and Baggio formed the most famous trio "Golden Trident" after the "Three Musketeers of the Netherlands". !Weah was at the peak of his personal career at that time, and he successively won the honors of African Footballer, European Footballer and World Footballer. In the history of football for more than a century, there are not many successful players like Weah.Weah's outstanding performance also freed AC Milan fans from the pain of losing Van Basten.

However, the regret of George Weah's life is that he did not participate in the World Cup.The weakness of Liberia's national team and the intrigue and political disputes among officials of the Football Association have resulted in Liberia being a second-rate team in Africa. As a child of Liberia, Weah's biggest dream is to represent his country in a World Cup. The charm of the motherland is displayed on the football stage. For this reason, he has personally sponsored the Liberian national team for a long time, and even paid for the Liberian team to participate in all the away games of the 1998 World Cup qualifiers.What a selfless spirit this is, how many stars can be like him?Only a pure football fanatic would do this.But the Liberian team is too weak, and Weah's wish finally came to nothing.Poor Weah has paid his hard work and painstaking efforts for the team again and again, even the team's board and lodging, travel expenses, and bonuses are often paid by him, but Liberia still can't afford it, Weah Kong He has a talent but can't use it for the country, so he can only watch his team fall in the qualifiers again and again.

In fact, if Weah chose to represent the French national team after obtaining a French passport, no one would blame him. After all, he had not played for Liberia at that time, and France can be said to be his second hometown.He still joined the Liberia national team without hesitation, fought with them, and shed tears on the battlefield together...

For his former teammate, Albertini admires him very much, but at the same time, he also feels sorry for Weah!Because at that time, if Weah joined the French team, he would be the absolute main force of the French team, and he would also win the World Cup and the European Cup with the French team. Weah would also be even greater.

Yes, Albertini admires Weah, but he still regrets it. If possible, he still hopes that Weah can have a trip to the World Cup. At least, when he retires, he will not be so regretful. Such a great player , Did not participate in the World Cup, what a pity.

Zhang Yang at this time, and Weah at that time, no matter how you look at it, the experience is so similar.Did Weah not want to play in the World Cup?Of course not, otherwise Weah would not personally use the money to fund his home country's team to participate in the World Cup qualifiers.

Therefore, thinking of Weah's story, Albertini felt that he could understand Zhang Yang somewhat.Moreover, compared with Weah at the beginning, Zhang Yang's current situation is even worse. Weah can at least join the Liberia national team, become the captain and core of the team, and lead the team to work hard towards the dream of the World Cup. However, As for Zhang Yang, he is still excluded from the national team, and it is not seen that he has the opportunity to represent China in the competition.

Albertini really felt sorry for Zhang Yang, but he really felt that such a player must appear on the stage of the World Cup. Whether it is public or private, he hopes to persuade Zhang Yang to join the Italian national team and represent Italy in the competition. Albertini also tried to make the last effort, saying: "I think I can understand your thoughts. I once had a teammate who also made the same decision as you. Well, yes, it is Weah, George. Weah! Until he retired, he was not able to play in the World Cup. I have to say, that is something that fans all over the world regret! In addition, I think you know about Camoranesi, he Argentinian, however, played for Italy and won the Hercules Cup in Germany two years ago, Italian fans appreciated him and cheered for him, even his home country Argentina also cheered for him. Represented other national teams Competition is not an unacceptable thing, in world football, such things are very common, and you don't need to have too much psychological burden!"

ps: The first update, ask for a red ticket.