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Chapter 150 The Premier League Years The 'Da Vinci Code' to participate in the European Cup? !

Manchester United has already arrived in Moscow a week before Chelsea. Because there is no FA Cup match, Manchester United can come to the competition venue earlier for adaptive training.

In Moscow, the Premier League Red Devils are also enthusiastically sought after by local fans. The fans in Moscow did not prefer which team because of Abramovich. However, on the day of the game, they don't know.

On May 2008, 5, Ferguson went to watch the FA Cup final between Chelsea and Portsmouth at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, Wales. , However, Sir Alex Ferguson and his assistant coaches did not delay watching the wonderful performance of Chelsea's No. 17.

'This is definitely a dangerous guy! ! ' Ferguson turned to his assistant coach Mike-Phelan.

Mike Phelan (Mike Phelan) didn't speak, but nodded vigorously. This guy is fast, skilled, and has superb shooting skills...

Ugh...God, what else this kid can't do! !
At this moment, for the first time, Mike Phelan began to envy the good luck of that rich Russian man. He just took a barrel of oil and got such a precious genius in exchange? ! !
Well, I have to say, 2350 million euros, this barrel of oil is probably the largest oil barrel in the world...

um... this...

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'Must find a way to freeze that kid! ! '

Sir-Alex-Ferguson made his decision on a direct flight from Cardiff to Moscow.

If there is anything Sir Alex Ferguson is best at, then the elites on Fleet Street have the best say.

You know, this is the favorite of the brothers on Fleet Street, the guy who eats.

What the godfather of Manchester United is best at is not his tactical literacy and on-the-spot command. Of course, Ferguson's tactical guidance and on-the-spot command are also extremely good, but what we are talking about is - Sir Ferguson, what he is best at -
That is to engage in psychological warfare! !
Facing Chelsea No. 9 who was in excellent form, Ferguson once again resorted to his tried and tested psychological warfare,

In an interview with Sky Sports, Ferguson said, "Andre, great, I think no one would dislike a striker like this? What? Buy him? Good idea, but I believe Mr. Grant going crazy."

Of course, if Sir Alex Ferguson's psychological warfare was just to seduce Chelsea's striker, it would be too childish. Facing the microphone of Sky Sports, the godfather of Manchester United changed the topic——
"Andre is in good form. However, I don't think he will perform too well against Manchester United in the final. His mind is no longer in this game. The question he is thinking about now is, before the game. Two days, that is, the day after tomorrow, Italy's squad for this European Cup."

"I can understand Andre's feelings. After all, participating in the European Cup is every player's dream."

"Andre has proven his strength, whether it is in the Premier League or in the European Champions Cup, the performance of Chelsea No. 9 is enough to prove that he is fully capable and capable of participating in the European Cup in the summer. , If I were Donadoni, I would definitely call Andre right away."

"As the main striker of the European Champions Cup final team, it is hard to imagine whether he will be able to appear in the European Cup in the summer..."

"Of course, I'm not Donadoni."

"I think it's necessary for Andre to call Donadoni immediately..."

Uh... I have to say that Ferguson's words and this psychological warfare have already worked. In a sense, the manager of Manchester United has succeeded! !

To the south is early in the morning, when I was having breakfast in the famous bulletproof glass restaurant of the famous Ritz-Carlton Hotel (Ritz-Carlton), I saw Ferguson's slightly red nose on the TV news, I just found out about it.

At that time, Xiang Nan was stunned for a moment, his face changed slightly, and he continued to eat without saying anything.

However, if it didn't show on his face, it didn't mean that Xiang Nan didn't take it to heart.

With the end of the European leagues, except for the final of the European Champions Cup this weekend, the players are already on vacation. Of course, the national team players from various European countries participating in the 2008 Swiss-Austrian European Cup this summer, It is an exception. With the continuous announcement of the participating squads of various countries, the players also rushed to the training ground of the national team from the resort where they had just enjoyed for less than half a month, fighting and working hard for the glory of the fiery summer! !

意大利国家队将会在2008年5月21日正式公布参加本届欧洲杯的23名球员大名单，然后，所有受到征兆的意大利国家队球员，将会在5月25日中午12：00开始集训，就将在科维恰诺训练中心集中。

If you say that Xiang Nan does not want to participate in the European Cup, it is a lie. However, Xiang Nan has been forcing himself to treat this matter with a normal heart. After all, he is still young and his career has just begun. It's a long time, even if you don't get to participate in the European Cup in the summer, you still have a chance in the future.

"Even if you can't participate in the European Cup, you can still participate in the European Youth Football Championship in July..."

Xiang Nan has been comforting himself like this.

It should be said that as a talented player who became famous at a young age, Xiang Nan's mentality is still very good, and he does not have the arrogance, arrogance and complacency of some players who became famous at a young age...

However, as Xiang Nan's state in the game is getting better and better, he won the League Cup and the FA Cup in his first season at Chelsea, and now he has reached the final of the Champions League. There have been certain changes, and the desire to participate in the European Cup has gradually deepened! !

Listening to Ferguson's words on TV, Xiang Nan's heart was obviously affected. The young people's sense of honor and desire to fight, completely dominated at this moment and was infinitely magnified! !
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After breakfast, it's time for strength training.

After the strength training in the weight room, it was normal, the time for the team to train against competitions, but now Xiang Nan's mind has been completely occupied by Ferguson's words——
'Andre has proven his strength, whether in the Premier League or in the European Champions Cup, the performance of Chelsea No. 9 is enough to prove that he is fully capable and capable of participating in the European Cup in the summer , If I were Donadoni, I would definitely call Andre right away. '

"As the main striker of the European Champions Cup final team, it is hard to imagine whether he will be able to appear in the European Cup in the summer..."

...

Xiang Nan felt that his thoughts and spirits could not be concentrated at all——
'Damn it! !The European Youth Football Championship is completely different from the European Cup. What I want is not a youth competition, I want to participate in the European Cup! ! '

Xiang Nan only felt that there was a voice in his head, constantly buzzing in his ears.

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Xiang Nan received a pass from Joe Cole, changed direction, and then pulled and dunked, trying to shake Sidwell in front of him, but Xiang Nan suddenly felt that his body was a little stiff and his movements were uncoordinated Well, a beautiful steal by Sidwell directly launched a quick counterattack, and Sinclair, who was on the bench, shot past Petr Cech's goal in the penalty area! !

This is already Xiangnan's sixth unsuccessful breakthrough in today's 30-minute internal match.

Seeing Sinclair's cheers, Xiang Nan suddenly felt his mind go blank, and he scratched his hair in frustration, he didn't know what went wrong with him...

Dudu Dudu! !

Grant on the sidelines turned black and stopped the game——
"Andre, you come out!!"

"Scott." Grant pointed to Sinclair, "Go to the main side. Partner with Didier."

"Salomon," the Israeli pointed to Kalou who was running around on the sidelines, "you go to the substitute side and partner with Pizarro."

Xiang Nan pointed at himself, he couldn't believe his ears, and then saw the head coach's livid face, and realized that he had been replaced, that's right.

Somewhat incomprehensible and angry, Xiang Nan went straight to the field, looked at the excited Kalou, and ran into the field after hastily warming up. On the side of the field, the Ivorian even whispered in Xiang Nan's ear, " Kid, my Kalu opportunity has come, and I will prove who is the real great shooter!!"

Xiang Nan looked at Kalu's triumphant look, glanced coldly, and walked towards the bench beside the field...

Sitting on the bench, Xiang Nan looked up at his teammates' confrontation on the court, but he felt that his mind was not on the training ground at all.

"Andre, Nuo..." assistant coach Wilkins handed Xiangnan a bottle of mineral water.

"Andre, you are a smart kid. Your current state is exactly what Ferguson wants to see..."

Xiang Nan took the mineral water that Wilkins handed over, feeling cold, unscrewed the bottle cap, and poured it on his forehead. The cold feeling ran down his neck, stimulating the senses of his body.

Xiang Nan knew that he needed to calm down.

After the training, Chelsea captain Terry found Xiangnan on purpose, and he decided to help Xiangnan, "Andre, don't be affected by Ferguson's nonsense, this is the old guy's specialty, don't think about the big list. The thing, all you have to do is to show your football talent in front of fans all over the world!!"

"Thank you, John, I think I'm better. Ferguson's mouth is so stinky, I almost fell for it."

Xiang Nan looked at his captain gratefully, "However, John, I still have to thank Sir Ferguson."

"Why?" Terry looked at Xiang Nan suspiciously.

"I want to thank Lord Ferguson for teaching me a good lesson." Xiang Nan smiled slyly, "Of course, I will let him be surprised by the results of his teaching."

"Really? It's worth looking forward to!!" Terry laughed, he knew that there was no problem with Xiang Nan.

As the captain of Chelsea, he has been troubled by Ferguson's psychological warfare over the years. For this old Scottish man, the Chelsea captain did not hide his dislike.

Of course, putting aside these factors, he still has respect for the godfather of Manchester United.

When leaving the training ground, Wilkins was not at ease with Xiang Nan, so he walked up to Xiang Nan and patted Xiang Nan on the shoulder, "Andre, don't put too much pressure on yourself, don't pay attention to that What the Scots say. The final is your best stage to prove yourself."

"Young man, come on, you know, I didn't even have a chance to set foot on the Champions League final."

Seeing Xiang Nan's heavy nod, Wilkins smiled.He has seen too many young geniuses. These children, who became famous at a young age, need someone who can give them the most suitable advice and guide them forward on their growth path——
Youth is their greatest advantage, but also their greatest disadvantage.

After the training, back at the hotel, Xiang Nan took the initiative to find Grant and admitted his mistake, "Coach, I think I was fooled by Ferguson. I am ashamed of my performance."

The Israelis obviously expected that Xiang Nan would come to him, and without his usual stern face, Grant looked at his favorite disciple, "Andre, I think, maybe, if you score in the final, The Scots must look good."

"Andre, don't think about the national team list, remember, the night of May 5rd will be your stage!!"

Xiang Nan looked at the head coach who had been slandered by the media in front of him, and nodded gratefully.

Sir Alex Ferguson?
I will surprise you! ! !

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In the following training, after Xiang Nan regained his usual mentality, his performance level also returned to normal, which made Sidwell very depressed who was still missing Xiang Nan's stinky fart performance.

Uh... Didn't Sidwell know that Martians also have occasional colds, when they are not in good shape?

On May 2008, 5, Donadoni, the head coach of the Italian national team, announced in Rome the 21-man roster for the Azzurri for the European Cup in the summer. The list is as follows:
PROTIERI (Goalkeeper): Amelia (Livorno), Buffon Buffo-n (Juventus), De Santis De San-ct-is (Sevilla); spirit)
DIFENSORI (Defender): BARZAGLI (Palermo), CANNAWARO Cannavaro (Real Madrid), CHIELLINI (Juventus), CROSSO Grosso (Lyon), Materazzi (International) Milan), Panucci (Roma), Zambrotta (Barcelona); Bonera (AC Milan), Cassetti (Roma), Oddo (AC Milan), Gamberini (Fiorentina), Pasquale Seoul (Florence)
Midfielders: Ambrosini (AC-Milan), Aquilani (Roma), Camoranesi (Juventus), De-Rossi (Roma), Gattuso (AC-Milan) ), Montorivo (Fiorentina), Perotta (Roma), Pirlo (AC-Milan); Semioli (Fiorentina), Mauri (Lazio), Diana (Palermo)
Forwards: Borriello (Genoa), Cassano (Sampdoria); Del Piero (Juventus), Di Natale (Udinese), Quagliarella (Udinese) Sri Lanka), Toni Toni (Bayern Munich). Iaquinta (Juventus)

Among them, 5 people are from Rome, 4 people are from Juventus; 5 people are from AC Milan; 4 people are from Fiorentina.

Abbiati, who performed well in the Turin team, was also selected for the 33-man squad again.

It is particularly worth mentioning that the selection of Udinese's striker combination Di Natale and Quagliarella is also an attempt by Donadoni on the striker.

This 33-man roster is only the preliminary list of Italy's national team participating in the summer European Cup. After a week, the official 23-man roster will be submitted to UEFA before it will come into force. However, everyone knows that if If there is no accident, the Italian national team going to Austria is one of the 33 players on the list. The dream of the summer of the European Cup in the south has not yet begun, and it seems to have been shattered...

Although, in the Italian national team, which pays more attention to competition experience and is more conservative, Xiang Nan had already expected his loss, but he still couldn't hide a trace of disappointment in his eyes.

However, Xiang Nan didn't say anything, and refused all interviews from the media, and put all his energy into training. He even hoped that Donado would appear in the stands of the final venue on May 5. Donadoni's figure, Xiang Nan wants to use his performance to make a final effort to impress Donadoni.

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The list of 33 Italians announced by Donadoni has caused quite a bit of controversy in Italy. Albertini is now the vice president of the Italian Football Association. return.

In an interview with Gazzetta dello Sport, Albertini expressed respect for Donadoni's choice of players, but the vice president of the Italian Football Association also expressed his personal wishes. Demi bluntly said that AC Milan striker Philippe - Inzaghi and Chelsea striker Xiangnan's loss will be a loss for the Italian striker.

Compared with Albertini's more cryptic meaning because of his official status, Italy's 1982 World Cup champion, the golden boy Rossi, outspokenly criticized Donadoni's conservatism——
"It's unimaginable, it's unbelievable!! The main scorer of the European Champions Cup final team, the best rookie in the European League, does not have a place in this 33-man roster?!"

In this regard, Donadoni also responded, the same sentence.The head coach of the Italian national team thinks——
"Andre lacks experience in major competitions, which is exactly what is most needed for a competition like the European Cup!!"

For Donadoni's remarks, it is estimated that few people will really think that this is the case. Everyone on the earth knows that this stems from the pride of the Italians in Donadoni's bones, even though he has already had an opinion on Xiangnan's strength. Intuitively recognized, but the Italians still stubbornly reject Xiang Nan as a Chinese. This is different from Camoranesi's situation. The Juventus midfielder is Argentine, which makes the Italians very fond of this football powerhouse. The production of players, a little more recognition.

"I don't think Borriello has more big game experience than Andre, you know, Borriello hasn't even played in a Champions League, and Andre is already the voice of UEFA's best rookie of the year. The tallest player, look at Andre's goals in the Champions League, it says it all."

Novellino, Xiangnan's mentor in Turin, Italy, also stood up to support his disciples, and raised the most powerful doubts about Donadoni's so-called 'empirical theory'! !

Novellino's remarks were strongly supported by Turin fans. In the eyes of Red Bull fans, the Italian national team without their 'Prince Andre' is simply a nightmare. Turin fans are even stubborn I believe that in this 23-man roster, there is no striker who can compare with Xiang Nan.

For all this that happened in the Apennine Peninsula, Xiang Nan doesn't know much about it, the current Chelsea No. 9.All attention has been placed on the final against Manchester United two days later.

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Regarding the doubts from the media and some football people, Donadoni finally couldn't bear it anymore. In an interview with "Italian National Sports Channel", the head coach of the Azzurri publicly talked about the 33-man roster for the first time— —
"This big list gathers the strongest Italian players in various positions. There is no doubt that they are excellent. Of course, after a week, this list will change. I will use a week to review the players. .”

'Andre's recent form is good, about his loss...'

"Andre?!! He has performed well and has been in good shape recently, but, for a 19-year-old striker, the European Cup is too far away..."

'As the main killer of the Champions League final team, don't the Italian national team need it? '

"What? I don't want to say anything about this, the Champions League final and the European Cup are two different things, what? He scored in the game?!! If he can score in the final, I will take him to Austria!! "Donadoni finally couldn't bear the aggressiveness of the reporter, and was about to leave angrily.

"Is this a promise? Mr. Donadoni?!" However, obviously, the reporter is unwilling to let go of the head coach of the Italian national team. You must know that this is big news——
A gamble between Andrea and Donadoni?

Things are starting to get interesting...

"Of course, you can interpret it whatever you want. Penalties don't count!!" Donadoni snorted coldly and left...

However, the reporter doesn't care about Donadoni's anger, because he already has the biggest news——
"Andre goes to Austria for the Da Vinci Code"! ! ! !

(End of this chapter)