The rainy night of October 10, 2009 was an unforgettable night for countless Argentinians.

"San Palermo"'s feat of saving the Argentine team shocked the Pampas.

River Plate fans have forgotten Palermo's club background and their feud with Boca.

The Memorial Stadium, which can accommodate more than 70,000 people, no longer regards Palermo as a mortal enemy at this moment.

There were thunderous applause and cheers, and even many River Plate fans stood up and applauded Palermo!

This scene made veteran Palermo have tears in his eyes.

It’s been 10 years.

10 years!

10 years...

From not scoring a hat trick on penalty kicks in 1999, to becoming a national hero today.

Only he himself knows how far he has traveled.

After 10 years, he finally completed his self-salvation!

He took off his jersey and shouted in the rain!

Not far away, Maradona rushed to the waterlogged grass and slid with his chest on the ground!

This goal gave Argentina an extremely important three points!

Now they have 25 points, one point ahead of Uruguay, and climbed to fourth place!

As long as they don't lose to Uruguay in the away game next week, they will get their tickets to the World Cup!

In preparation for the final battle, Palermo had a serious talk with Basile.

I sincerely ask for leave from Basile.

"Alfio, I really want to participate in the national team match next week."

"I understand, so what?"

"So I want to apply and not participate in this weekend's game."

Looking at Palermo's sincere eyes, Basile discussed: "Otherwise, how about you only play half the game?"

Palermo's voice was low and sincere.

"Alfio, I plan to retire at the end of this season.

"So, this is the last season of my football career.

"At the national team level, the game next week will probably be my farewell game.

"When it comes to the World Cup, I think the possibility of being taken to South Africa by Maradona is very slim.

"Although I don't accept old age, I know very well that my body is not as good as before and I can't compare with young people.

"So the game next week is very important to my football life.

"I hope to be in the best physical condition and play another serious game for the Argentina national team.

"Alfio, please grant me my sincere request."

Looking at Palermo's sincere eyes, Basile exhaled and shook his head slightly.

"It seems that I have to think about the lineup adjustments for the weekend games in advance."

"Thank you!"

"But I also want to ask, with your personality, why would you come to me for discussion?"

"What do you think I should do?"

"I should open my door and say loudly - I won't play in this weekend's game. Let me inform you!"

"Ha ha ha ha!"

Palermo laughed loudly.

Laughter is full of ease.

Standing beside the bed in Basile's office, Palermo looked out the window and spoke with his back to Basile.

"If it were the past, I would definitely do this.

"But now, I won't.

"Palermo can be crazy.

"But the Boca vice-captain must be a role model.

"I want to do my best and leave something behind for these young brats.

"Hopefully they won't be like me.

"I hope they can have a better football life."

Under the sunlight, Basile felt a little dazzling.

He looked at Palermo in front of him, and suddenly felt that this madman also shone a lot.

People can all mature...

In the weekend's game, Boca played away against Atlético Argentina.

This contest is very fierce.

Especially Boca, who lacks Palermo, and has Pica partnering Long Yu on the striker.

But compared to Palermo, pickup trucks are still far behind.

The offensive efficiency dropped significantly in this game.

Usually when Palermo is on the court, his physical fitness and speed don't seem to be obvious, so he can't see such a big use.

It even always seemed like Long Yu was outstanding.

But when Palermo was not present, everyone realized his great importance.

In this fierce contest, Boca narrowly won 2-1.

The key player in this game is Riquelme.

His passes and shots helped Boca win the victory and three points.

The free kick shot shortly after the opening successfully broke the net again.

Helping the team maintain a 1-0 lead.

After the start of the second half, the opponent's corner kick succeeded and the score was evened.

But in the 75th minute, Riquelme's corner kick assisted, and Long Yu once again showed his true nature of winning.

He jumped high in the center of the penalty area and headed the ball hard into the goal!

2 to 1!

Boca takes the lead again!

This score lasted until the end.

Boca finally won without Palermo.

Boca won the game, and Palermo in the stands applauded continuously, cheering for the team's victory.

A few days later, Argentina's game also went on as scheduled.

The result was very good, Argentina narrowly defeated Uruguay 1-0.

Finally, I secured my ticket to the World Cup.

All Argentines breathed a sigh of relief.

Argentina won the game, and Palermo on the bench was also extremely excited, cheering for the team's appearance.

However, he sat on the bench for 90 minutes in this game.

Didn't get a chance to play.

After the last game, Palermo was almost blown away by the Argentine media.

"The Miracle of Palermo"!

"Palermo saves Argentina"!

"Madman scores a goal to save the Blue and Whites"!

"Palermo gives Argentina another 90 minutes of life"!

"Palermo saves Maradona"!

"The god of Argentina now is Palermo"!

"Crazy" Palermo triggered a media tsunami. This center who was depressed in the past wrote the most glorious chapter when he entered the final stage of his career.
To be continued...