Ultimate Demon Sword

Chapter 156 Griezmann's True Psychology

In 5 minutes of stoppage time, Atletico Madrid relied on the unity of the players on the field to defend the score of 2:1, turned the advantage into a victory, and advanced to the Audi Cup final with difficulty.

In the few minutes of his debut, Wen Zhihao only touched the ball twice near the midfield. Most of the time he was fighting as a defender. Although there was no tactical effect, Wen Zhihao still showed his positive side to these strange fans.

Be positive and not stage frightened.This is the positive signal that various media dug out for Wen Zhihao's debut after the game.

Considering that Wen Zhihao is at least one generation younger than the players on the field, and he came off the bench in stoppage time, he was able to withstand the pressure without making mistakes, which is enough to satisfy most people.

In the eyes of impartial fans, Wen Zhihao's performance in these 5 minutes can at least reach the passing line.

However, the media focused on another matter. Griezmann's attitude when he was substituted made them see a news point that might sell well.

The iron-blooded coach Simeone's team has hidden hidden dangers of internal strife.As long as such news is released, it will definitely attract more attention than the outcome of this business competition.

At the post-match press conference, Simeone was the first to attend on behalf of Atletico Madrid. After the host said a lot of formatted opening remarks, the media couldn't help asking questions... To be precise, it should be fanning the flames.

On behalf of most of the media in Munich, the local media "Süddeutsche Zeitung" first asked the questions that everyone wanted to know the most. After listening to the translation, Simeone's expression changed slightly, and he responded to the middle-aged reporter very unhappy: "This is a serious occasion. I hope I don't bring here questions that are only based on speculation and have no basis. That will damage my impression of your professionalism."

The reporter of the "Süddeutsche Zeitung" heard that his professional quality was questioned, and immediately defended without showing any weakness: "But the live footage clearly recorded that Griezmann and Wen did not encourage each other when they changed face to face. Mr. Simeone, based on your coaching experience, do you think this is normal?"

Many reporters in the audience whispered to each other, and the expressions on their faces were full of excitement and curiosity.

Simeone, who has dealt with the media a lot, naturally knows that the media at the scene are very interested in this question, and in their hearts, the answer is affirmative.He didn’t bother with the German reporter any more. He picked up the microphone, looked at all the cameras, tapped the table with his left index finger, and made a powerful statement: “We are a team that has been united as one from the beginning to the end. The issues you care about will never happen in my team. If there is, then it is time for me to leave! Next, I have the right to remain silent on issues other than games.”

As soon as this final statement was made, some media who were not firm in their stance were shaken. They really had no actual basis, and they hadn't gotten wind of this before.But some stubborn media still insist on their views, even after they wait to see if the truth is confirmed, Simeone will really hand over the coaching position himself.

Among them are mainstream media such as The Guardian.Their reasons are very good. Which head coach didn't try his best to cover up the negative factors of the team in front of the media, so he should admit in public at the press conference: Yes, these two players have conflicts.Or am I just not pleasing to his eyes?
No one would be a fighter among such idiots.

In the eyes of these media, Simeone's attitude is a bit self-deprecating.

On the bus back to the hotel, Griezmann and Torres were chatting and laughing, and they were inseparable on and off the field. Gabi, Koke, Vietto and forward Correa, who did not play, listened to music through earphones.

The front row is the exclusive area of ​​the coaching staff, and Simeone and the two assistants are communicating in a low voice.There was a flash of worry in his eyes - worry.

Boggs said: "These two people are a main force and a substitute. Under normal circumstances, there is no position conflict. Diego, I think we still have to trust our players. As long as it doesn't seriously affect the team, it's better for us not to intervene."

The second assistant coach Viscanino also has the same idea. The new season is about to start, so try to avoid extra problems.

Simeone shook his head: "We still need to talk to them, there can't be such unstable factors in the team."

Simeone, known for his iron-blooded tactical discipline, has always attached great importance to the unity and tactical discipline of the team. During the 2007-08 season when River Plate was still coaching, Simeone established his absolute authority in the locker room.Falcao, like talented players such as Diego Bonannot, was tamed by him.River Plate also successfully got out of the trough that season, and once again won the Argentine Autumn League Championship after four years.

Similarly, Simeone will not allow the gap between Wen Zhihao and Griezmann to continue like this.Both of them are people who are very good at making friends. If they don't understand each other and form cliques in the team, the impact on the team will definitely be overall and disastrous.

The two assistant coaches talked to the two separately that night. Wen Zhihao naturally expressed that he has always respected Griezmann, but Griezmann has always been like that, and finally asked: "Sir, has he always been like that?"

On the other side, the conversation between Viscanino and Griezmann also had results.

"How?" Simeone asked.

The two looked at each other, and they both saw the same result in each other's eyes.Boggs opened his mouth to report: "Diego, it's because our judgment was wrong or the method was wrong. Anyway, we got nothing. Especially Wen, when he talked about Anthony, he still had a respectful expression."

Simeone froze for a moment and said, "Don't dwell on this matter for the time being, but let them make it clear that we can't handle any conflicts outside the court by ourselves, but if it affects the team, then we should deal with it seriously."

……

It was less than ten o'clock in the evening, and Griezmann got into bed earlier than usual. He was not sleepy or tired, and he just wanted to get himself a relatively quiet space.A question from Viscanino kept ringing in his ears.

"Anthony, are you worried that Wen will threaten you?"

Griezmann's lips moved at the time, but the words didn't come out.

This is indeed part of the reason.

Of course, Griezmann will pay special attention to his substitute, hoping not to be a pig teammate, but also not wishing to be too capable and threaten his status.Wen Zhihao's performance made him feel that there is such a possibility in the future.

I renewed my five-year contract with the club last season. This Chinese man is now so concerned by the coaching staff. According to the attitude of the club and the head coach towards young players, he may play the leading role in two or three years at most.At that time, the contract has not expired and cannot be terminated privately, what should I do?
Want to serve him as a substitute?

I can be regarded as the hero of Atletico Madrid, the core member of the European Cup runner-up, and a substitute for a Chinese player from a football backward area. Griezmann felt that the gap was too big and it was completely unacceptable.

That's why Griezmann reacted so strongly when he saw Simeone communicating with Wen Zhihao many times. He felt that the focus of the coaching staff had begun to tilt towards Wen Zhihao.

The day before the Audi Cup final, Simeone and two assistants were considering the formation of troops.

"Diego, tomorrow's game will give more opportunities to players who didn't play much in the previous game. Young people are eager to show themselves."

Simeone nodded, and stamped Wen Zhihao's name twice.

When Simeone called out Wen Zhihao's name from the starting shadow forward position, Wen Zhihao clenched his fist hard, and finally had enough time to show himself.

The other Atlético Madrid stars all surrounded Wen Zhihao, hugging and high-fiving, as well as verbal encouragement. Although Griezmann was very reluctant to see Wen Zhihao become the focus of everyone and replace his starting position, he still moved slowly in front of everyone, squeezed out a smile, and stretched out his right hand to Wen Zhihao.

PS: I implore everyone one thing.

Everyone, even if you have different opinions on the setting of this book, can you not cancel the collection? Newcomers still care about the data. Watching the collection go up and down, my little heart can’t stand it. If you leave it in the bookshelf, you can come back and take a look if you don’t want to read the book, right?

For the sake of my sincere begging, give the newcomers some encouragement!Thank you guys!

(End of this chapter)