Tyrant of green giants, signed Guardiola at the beginning

The new season is approaching.

Leeds United team preparations are in full swing.

Ronaldo started to lose weight very obviously.

The players themselves exercise a lot, and Leeds United's training intensity is about 150% of the average training intensity of Premier League teams!

Ronaldo's hypothyroidism has disappeared, and all the injuries he suffered in Serie A and La Liga in the past ten years have been eliminated, and his physical condition has gradually returned to its peak level.

lose weight?

too easy.

The busiest thing about Leeds United is their club shop at Elland Road.

After expansion and simple renovations in the summer, the Leeds United official store is more impressive and has a high-end environment.

The staff worked overtime day and night to print numbers and names on the new jerseys.

Jersey sales are booming and demand exceeds supply.

The market response brought by Stam and Rui Costa was average.

But Ronaldo's signing has caused Leeds fans to flock to the club and queue up in extremely long queues outside the shop every day.

As a jersey manufacturer in China, Tan Youyou's production line also runs day and night and never shuts down.

Big deal!Big deal!Big deal!

Although most of the orders from all over the country are for Leeds United jerseys, there will also be a few that purchase her brand of clothing.

The sales and profits brought about by the market chain effect have once again taken her career to the next level.

Leeds United naturally released a new jersey for the new season.

In order to prevent fans from criticizing them for simply cutting leeks, they force fans to buy them once a year.

Tang Jinyu and Tan Youyou finalized a plan that Shen Hao also nodded and praised.

Simply changing the style and color of the jersey without changing the chest sponsor is definitely to cut leeks and allow fans to repeatedly buy the jersey for the new season.

But Leeds United began to use unique ideas and a sense of history on their jerseys.

This year's new jersey is almost the same as last year's.

However, there is a small logo of the Premier League Championship Trophy on the left sleeve of the jersey, with a year embroidered underneath: 2006.

This meant Leeds United won the Premier League title in 2006!

As for things like the League Cup, FA Cup, and Europa League, there is no need to print them.

From Shen Hao's point of view, it is good to have a champion, but a small champion is not worth mentioning.

Not to mention printing it on the jersey to show off.

That's no different from the nouveau riche.

If they can win the heavyweight championship in the future.

That is the Premier League or the Champions League.

They will add the championship logo and year next to the same spot.

As for the championship of the English League One era... Shen Hao never thought about printing it on the jersey.

The truly glorious history of Leeds United begins with him!

...

When Leeds United started their warm-up matches, they were still going to Asia to hunt for gold this summer.

The destinations are Japan and South Korea.

The day before the team travels.

The whole team came to Elland Road.

Take family photos for the new season.

Shen Hao sat in the center of the first row.

His row was filled with coaches or staff members he called.

Tang Jinyu, Chen Hao, and Chris Jones were also invited to sit in the front row together.

Sitting next to Shen Hao were Tang Jinyu and Chen Hao.

Now they have been called the Big Three in White by the outside world!

Shen Hao's expression was as usual, relaxed and confident.

Tang Jinyu was serious but not angry and confident.

Chen Hao obviously used too much force and his expression was fierce, as if he wanted to hit someone!

The family photo shoot is completed.

Published on the official website.

At the same time, Leeds United also officially announced that the club's transfer window has closed.

No one will come and no one will leave.

On the plane to Tokyo.

Shen Hao looked at the team's lineup and was basically satisfied.

Because the transfer market has become flat and heavyweight players have entered the market, they have no capital to compete.

Leeds United squad for the new season.

Goalkeeper (2 people):

Toldo, 34 years old, ability 172, potential 175.

Neil Sullivan, 36 years old, ability 154, potential 162.

Defenders (9 people):

Clark Carlisle, 27 years old, ability 135, potential 137.

Gary Kelly, 32 years old, ability 158, potential 159.

Matt Kilgallon, 22 years old, ability 156, potential 169.

Frank DeBoer, 36 years old, ability 157, potential 159.

Candela, 32 years old, ability 166, potential 169.

Baynes, 21 years old, ability 145, potential 168.

Kompany, 20 years old, ability 154, potential 180.

Stam, 34 years old, ability 163, potential 169.

Redondo, 37 years old, ability 159, potential 163.

Midfielder (10 players):

Edgar Davis, 33 years old, ability 165, potential 168.

Seth Johnson, 27 years old, ability 154, potential 161.

Simeone, 36 years old, ability 160, potential 160.

Jamie Redknapp, 33 years old, ability 164, potential 165.

Roy Keane, 35 years old, ability 167, potential 168.

Luka Modric, 21 years old, ability 139, potential 187.

Sebastian Deisler, 26 years old, ability 147, potential 177.

Rakitic, 18 years old, ability 125, potential 176.

Ze Roberto, 32 years old, ability 162, potential 172.

Rui Costa, 34 years old, ability 159, potential 170.

Forwards (5 people):

Rivaldo, 34 years old, ability 178, potential 180.

Batistuta, 37 years old, ability 161, potential 163.

Franck Ribery, 23 years old, ability 179, potential 186.

Claudio Lopez, 32 years old, ability 167, potential 174.

Ronaldo, 30 years old, ability 166, potential 189.

There are 26 players in the first team.

After one season, the veterans have grown another year older.

Things will change subtly.

Basically, the potential of players over 32 years old will decrease due to age.

But the abilities of Leeds United's players are on the rise.

Ability and potential run in both directions. As long as the potential decreases slower, ability will not be particularly constrained.

The resources invested in Ribery's ability growth over the past year have also received good returns.

In just one year, his ability increased from 149 to 179.

An increase of up to 30 points.

This increase cannot be completely quantified to a simple 30 points under the seven-fold growth rate of the entire season.

Because his starting point is not low.

If it is a player with an ability of 100 and the same high potential, it is definitely impossible to reach the height of 179 in one year, but at least 160 is no problem, then it is an increase of 60 points.

The rate of ability growth is often step-like. The closer to the upper limit of potential, the more difficult it becomes.

And other players who only enjoy the twice-speed growth bonus are basically moving towards their personal ceiling.

Seth Johnson originally had many teams inviting him.

The maximum amount given was 600 million pounds.

However, he personally does not want to leave Leeds United.

Willing to play a backup role at Leeds United.

Naturally, Shen Hao would not forcefully sell him.

Not being reasonable enough is just the outside world's stereotype of Shen Hao.

He still prioritizes emotions over interests for his own people in the team.

He graciously let Vieri go, as did Mendieta's promise to leave.

Respecting Johnson's intention to silently contribute to Leeds United, Shen Hao will not treat him badly.

A team can never be all flowers.

There are always those green leaves that work hard and don't complain.

And they are also an important part of the team.

As for some Premier League teams using millions of pounds to seduce Leeds United's elite.

There wasn't even a splash.

Leeds ignored it.

The veterans didn't bother to say anything to reporters.

Not interested at all.

Leeds United landed in Tokyo.

When the whole team walked out of the airport, there was a sea of ​​people outside, and the Japanese fans were particularly enthusiastic.

Most of the people holding banners were welcoming Ronaldo.

Obviously the superstar's charm is unstoppable.

Ronaldo, who appeared in front of the camera, also let the outside world see that he seemed to have lost a lot of weight, no longer so bloated, but a little...cute.

Leeds United stayed in Tokyo and everything was going according to plan.

Attend business activities and go to the field for training.

Then play a friendly match with the national team composed of Japanese local players.

Although Leeds United has sent some of its main players, most of them are still young players.

Ronaldo and Rivaldo were both on the bench.

Deisler, Lopez, and Ze Roberto attacked the enemy.

Midfielders Rui Costa, Jamie Redknapp, Davies.

Baynes, Kompany, Stam, and Kelly form the back line.

Toldo guards the goal.

Shen Hao also wants to check the status of the new players.

Strength is strength, and state is more important for performance in on-the-spot games.

When some players are in bad form, even if their ability is 170, their performance is similar to that of a football layman.

Leeds United controlled the tempo and situation of the game.

Very strong in creating chances.

Stronger than last season!

Because Rui Costa brings organizational creativity and is better than Guardiola.

Guardiola is the metronome and the commander of the offensive. His more important role is stability!

But Rui Costa is better at making direct passes and creating threatening balls.

Ze Roberto played as a left winger, but Shen Hao asked him to play mainly as a classical winger, which is to break through and deliver cannonballs.

Shen Hao does not need him to transform into the modern winger cutting inside and shooting that is gradually becoming popular in today's football.

Ze Roberto couldn't achieve the effect when he was at his peak, and now Shen Hao naturally won't force it.

Deisler's performance was even more valued by Shen Hao.

Because he will be an important rotation player for Leeds United in the new season.

Shen Hao didn't want to put him in the middle, but on the wing.

Use his ball control, breakthrough, and legendary precision abilities.

Deisler's performance today was still above the passing mark.

The movement to respond, the ball to get rid of, and the passing of the ball are both smooth and almost without mistakes.

But Shen Hao gradually frowned.

Japan's improvised national team takes the game seriously.

Perhaps they view this as an experience against strong European teams and are eager to gain valuable experience.

So in terms of strength, even if it is not the first-rate in Asia, it is definitely at the top of the second-rate.

Deisler had space in front, but when blocked by his opponent, he never chose to take the initiative to break through.

This made Shen Hao pay special attention.

Deisler, Rui Costa, Ze Roberto, plus Jamie Redknapp and Baines.

Leeds United used all the offensive power of the team to create opportunities for Lopez, but the opponent did not perform well under the intensive defense.

The main reason is that the lone forward is too obvious. He is surrounded by opponents and blocks the space. It will be difficult for Leeds United to create excellent opportunities.

The Japanese team's offense was just scratching the surface, and Leeds United's defensive control was very good.

After all, it's just the level of Asian football, which is still far behind Europe. What's more, this is not the strongest Japanese team.

Seeing that Leeds United had the advantage but could not score.

The fans watching the game were a little restless.

“Is Leeds United’s Premier League title fake?”

"If you only have this level, how can you win the Four Crowns?"

"They don't have the real main force. Just wait, Franck Ribery and Rivaldo will come up in the second half and they can break through our defense!"

Before the end of the half, it was Jamie Redknapp who stepped in and shot through the Japanese team's defense in front of the penalty area to score.

In the warm-up match, Shen Hao didn't care whether he scored or not.

He pays more attention to the overall performance of the team and the details that he pays attention to.

After the halftime break, Leeds United made substitutions in the second half.

Rivaldo, Ribery, Ronaldo, Modric, Roy Keane, Rakitic, Kilgallon, Carlisle.

Except for Kompany, Baines and Toldo who did not come off, all other positions were changed.

Japanese fans are happy.

Ronaldo and Rivaldo can bring a sensation when they appear.

After all, the World Cup in Korea and Japan is the pinnacle of their careers so far, and Japanese fans will naturally remember it.

Moreover, Japan itself has a close relationship with Brazil, and the football aspect is also inseparable.

Leeds United's midfield has become weaker, but Roy Keane has the backing up.

Shen Hao only requires the two Croatian twin stars Rakitic and Modric to smoothly complete the transition between offense and defense and organize the offense.

He doesn't have too many extravagant hopes for the threat of running in from behind, creativity in offensive organization, etc.

Leeds United's offense changed in the second half.

In the first half, opportunities were created by strict passing, while in the second half, the front three relied more on their personal abilities to create opportunities.

The defense is solid, the midfield is stable, and the forwards are free to play.

Franck Ribery and Rivaldo dribbled in and broke through the Japanese team's defense one after another. There was no need for complicated passing coordination. As long as the breakthrough was successful, they could pass the ball calmly in the penalty area or shoot by themselves.

The threat is out.

Ronaldo outflanked the goal and scored easily, and Ribery cut inside and blasted the ball into the far corner.

Rivaldo collided with Ronaldo outside the penalty area and then hit the wall with a cross-cut long-range shot that killed him in an arc.

Japanese fans cheered.

Japan's makeshift national team is numb and has a broken mentality.

I can't prevent it at all!

This is not of the same magnitude at all!

When Ronaldo successfully received the ball at the top edge of the penalty area, he directly redirected the ball and entered the left rib area of ​​the penalty area. After riding his bicycle for a round, he successfully changed direction and broke through, then pushed the ball from a small angle and sent the ball into the far corner of the goal.

Japanese fans are crazy!

what is this?

Is it really technology?

No, this is magic!

Ronaldo had a smile on his face. Although the warm-up match was not worth mentioning, he had become more and more aware of the positive changes in his body.

He looked at Shen Hao sitting on the coaching bench and gave Shen Hao a thumbs up from a distance.

Shen Hao was indifferent.

This kind of thing...he had expected it, so there was no surprise.

If Ronaldo thinks this is the end, then Shen Hao will have a good chat with him.

Leeds United only scored one goal in the first half.

Scored 6 goals in the second half!

The total score was 7:0, which defeated the Japanese provisional national team.

After the game, they stayed in Japan to rest for a day before heading to South Korea.