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Chapter 209 The Champion's Heart Returns
Joe Cole has just returned from injury. On November 11th, in the League Cup match between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest, Joe Cole was injured and left the field. Chelsea, who played in the League Cup with most of the substitute lineup, was also eliminated by the opponent. The defending champion of the League Cup last season obviously did not pay enough attention to the game, or chose to give up the cup.

Joe Cole glanced at Xiangnan who had changed his jersey and put on his sneakers. He could feel the fighting spirit of the black-haired guy in front of him.

Xiang Nan sat on the sidelines and prepared for activities, jumping up and down from time to time, twisting his buttocks, and moving his ankle joints.

"Hey, Andre, come and give it a try."

Joe Cole passed the ball to Xiangnan, beckoning him to try to shoot.

Xiangnan used the arch of his foot to control the ball. The moment his right foot touched the ball, Xiangnan felt a familiar feeling. The blood was accelerating on the feet, the black and white elves, and the green grass.

The feet are changing back and forth, I feel pretty good, there is nothing uncomfortable, facing the attack of the substitute goalkeeper Taylor, I pull my right foot, flick my ankle, the ball hits my left foot, push the ball gently, and the ball rolls slowly Into the net nest, swaying white waves.

Everything is quite normal, it seems that the recovery is quite good.

When the ball was shot into the net, Xiang Nan and Joe Cole also high-fived each other, and did not forget to glance at the head coach at the side of the court from the corner of their eyes.

Obviously, Xiangnan's small actions did not escape Scolari's sight. In fact, 'Big Phil' was quite satisfied with Xiangnan's return to the game. Now, Chelsea ranks No.1 in the league, but only relying on Drogba, a true striker, is obviously not enough.

In Scolari's plan, there is no place for Kalu. This Drogba fellow is already considering applying for a transfer when the winter transfer window opens.

As for the other striker, Scott Sinclair, he obviously couldn't meet the Brazilian's requirements.

However, whether he can play or not depends on the objective conditions. The head coach has the final say. Scolari needs to seek the opinion of the team doctor Mir.

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Xiangnan came to the Cobham training base for training, was approved by the team doctor Mir, and accompanied by Mir, came here.

On the sidelines, Chelsea coach Felipe Scolari is exchanging views with Mill to determine whether Xiang Nan has recovered.

The physical function and the examination of the whole body have shown that the data is OK. In theory, Xiang Nan should be able to escape from Chelsea's injury list.

Perhaps, it was to prove that he was completely OK. When Scolari allowed Xiang Nan to participate in the team training, Xiang Nan frequently asked for the ball, broke through, and shot, and his teammates certainly understood Xiang Nan's thoughts. When he confronted, he was also a little gentler, and he didn't make any big moves such as tackles.

After receiving a half-high pass from Deco, Xiangnan turned his back to the goal, unloaded the ball with his arch, leaned back suddenly, exerted force with his right foot, and the ball flew towards the goal with a whistling sound...

Beautiful kick shot! !
However, the crossbar was very disrespectful, and with a bang, the ball was rejected.

Xiang Nan sat on the ground and hammered the turf angrily...

After Mir and Scolari exchanged views, he called Xiangnan to the sidelines of the training field and carried out a detailed inspection of his right foot.

"There should be no problem, and the recovery is good."

This was said to Scolari on the side.

Xiang Nan stood on the sidelines like a primary school student waiting for the verdict, looking nervously at his head coach. The team doctor had already stated his position, and now it was the head coach's authority.

Scolari glanced at Xiang Nan, caught the ball flying over the field, and threw it into the training field——
'Next game, it depends, you won't be on the bench for 90 minutes if needed...'

"Thank you coach, I will definitely perform well." Xiang Nan was a little excited, he really missed the excitement of the cheers on the court.

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July 2008, 11, London.

The Derby storm is like a hurricane, violently impacting people's lives in this modern city.

Chelsea's official website has announced the squad for the game one day in advance. Xiangnan, who had been sidelined for two months due to injury, appeared in the 18-man squad. This made Chelsea fans extremely excited. The blue waters of the English Channel triggered The tsunami roared even the calm waters of the Thames.

There are still nearly 3 hours before the start of the game, but the stadium at Stamford Bridge is already crowded with people, and a large number of fans are waiting at the entrance of the stadium to enter.

Near the Stamford Bridge is already an active volcano that is about to erupt. Sitting on the bus, Xiangnan can already hear the noise that almost tears the sky apart. Every time the bus takes a step forward, it is not easy.

Sitting in the bus, sitting by the window seat, looking at the excited fans outside the window, Xiangnan felt a burst of heat, the fans held up the blue No. 9 jersey, and the big banner was swaying in the cold wind of early winter—— —
"The Prince is back!!! Your Highness Andre!! We need you!!!"

Chelsea fans saw the team bus, and some young fans started chasing the bus frantically, cheering vigorously, trying to attract the attention of the stars in the bus.

Xiang Nan couldn't restrain the excitement in his heart. He opened the car window and waved his arms towards the fans. The fans were boiling and shouting loudly——
"AND—REA!!!ONLY—ONE—AND—REA!!!"

"Andre, your name is an honor!! Andre!!!"

The crowd was so crowded that it was almost impossible for the bus to move forward. At this time, several motorcycle police came roaring to maintain order at the scene. The fans also started to disperse and stop on both sides of the road to make way for the bus.

Some fans held a 3:0 sign, shouted loudly, shirtless, and the slightly cold air in London became hotter! !
The driver of the bus, led by the motorcycle police, began to speed up, stepped on the accelerator, and drove towards King Street...

At this time, not far away, a large number of fans appeared. They held red scarves, sang songs, and strode forward. These are Arsenal fans. This season, Arsenal's record is not good, and the team is also suffering from internal and external troubles Yes, but, all of this, amidst the passion of the derby, made Arsenal fans even more eager for a derby victory...

On this day, in London, all the heat is concentrated on the magma eruption point of Stamford Bridge! ! !
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On the big screen in the stadium, the starting lineups of Chelsea and Arsenal were played——
Chelsea starting lineup (4-5-1):
Goalkeeper: 1-Cech;

Defenders: 17-Bosingwa, 2-Ivanovic, 26-Terry, 3-Ashley Cole;

中场:12-米克尔，15-马卢达，13-巴拉克、8-兰帕德、20-德科；

Forwards: 11-Drogba

Arsenal starting lineup (4-4-2):
Goalkeeper: 1-Almunia;

Defenders: 3-Sagna, 10-Gara, 20-Julu, 22-Clichy;
Midfield: 15- Denilson, 4- Fabregas, 17- Alex Song, 8- Nasri;
Forwards: 25-Adebayor, 11-Van Persie;
"Today's Stamford Bridge seems to be a powder keg that is about to explode, and the starting lists of both sides have also come out."

Mr. Wilson took a sip of water and glanced at the list in his hand.

"Gallas, who ended the team's internal suspension, appeared in the starting lineup. However, the captain's armband was completely removed from the Frenchman's arm. The era of Marseillaise playing over the Thames is over!!"

"This is also the first time Cesc Fabregas wears the captain's armband, but the 21-year-old Spaniard is not the youngest Arsenal captain. In the history of Arsenal, the legendary young captain, Adams, is like an insurmountable big mountain."

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In the player tunnel, Xiang Nan felt a look of resentment. It was Gallas, who had just been stripped of the captain's armband. The grievances between Xiang Nan and Gallas continued from the Premier League to the European Cup. Among them, it can be said that the grievances are quite deep.

Xiang Nan raised his head and gave the Frenchman a cold look. The cold eyes even made Gallas shrink his neck subconsciously...

Well, it turns out that Gallas is just a bully guy! !
After 2 months of truce, Xiang Nan ran out of the Stamford Bridge player tunnel with his right arm held high. Stamford Bridge suddenly burst into cheers like a tsunami, and everyone stood up and applauded to welcome their 9 The return of the number shooter! !
"Come out, the players are coming in!!"

"Andre, he stepped on the turf of Stamford Bridge again!! It seems that he is completely fine!! We can't wait for Andre's performance!!"

To the fans in the south-facing stands, waving, he was greeted with cheers that could have caused a tsunami in the English Channel...

Xiang Nan gave a gentleman's salute in the stands of the stadium, just like when he scored a goal before he was injured, and then he did it on the bench.

Dudu Dudu! !

With the whistle of the referee Alex, the 2008th round of the Premier League in the 2009-15 season, the London Derby, the match between Chelsea and Arsenal started amidst the cheers of 42055 spectators.

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PS: The weather changed suddenly. Today, I suddenly had a high fever. Xiaoqi promised that everyone would not change it. I just finished coding.

There is one more chapter, which will be updated around 23:[-], Xiaoqi thank you for your support, seeing everyone's support, Xiaoqi is very touched, I wish you happy, happy! !
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