Chapter 894 The national team's jersey
When Chen Yu arrived in London the next day, almost all Chinese in England were alarmed. Those who could come to the valley court in person must come in person. Those who could not come would also wait by computer or TV to watch the moment Chen Yu put on the Chinese team uniform.
When Chen Yu and Zhang Shubin got off the plane in London and arrived at Greenwich Charlton in southern London with Zheng Hua's Land Rover, they immediately felt the atmosphere was strange, because the streets and alleys of Charlton were everywhere with black-haired and yellow-skinned Chinese fans. They were wearing Chinese team uniforms and holding a small five-star red flag in their hands. The number on the uniform was No. 10. This is exactly the jersey number of Chen Yu on the national team roster announced by the Chinese Football Association. Although Chen Yu has not worn it once, the jersey has been sold very well.
Zheng Hua saw Chen Yu's surprise and smiled and said, "These people are all for you. Every Chinese fan, even non-fan, is eager to see how you wear Chinese uniforms and play for Chinese teams."
Zhang Shubin sighed after hearing this: "Chinese fans have been almost tortured by the Chinese team and the Chinese Football Association over the years. They are really the most painful and tolerant fans in the world. If you have a little hope, they will come and support you immediately."
Zheng Hua said: "Uncle Zhang, that's not a little hope. Chen Yu will make the Chinese team change drastically. This is something that all Chinese people know."
Chen Yu stared at the fans outside the window, suddenly felt a lot of pressure, and murmured: "Zheng Hua, you and our compatriots have too much expectations for me."
The road to the Hilton Hotel where the Chinese team is staying is quite crowded. Zheng Hua is very focused in driving and has not heard what Chen Yu said clearly, but Zhang Shubin heard it clearly. He said: "Xiao Yu, it's a little bigger, but this is their real expectation. Does it feel heavy? It's right to have this feeling. They will put you in great pressure and great happiness. If you succeed, they will treat you as God. If you fail, they will let you go to hell."
Chen Yu nodded in a heavy mood, closed his eyes and fell into deep thought, no longer paying attention to the fans on the way.
Not far away, the car arrived at the Hilton Hotel. Chen Yu, Zheng Hua and Zhang Shubin just got off the car and were discovered by Chinese fans and reporters surrounded by the hotel door. They came to the three of them, shouting the name "Chen Yu".
Chen Yu and Zhang Shubin originally planned to hide in the hotel secretly, but when they saw that they could not escape, Chen Yu was so openly facing the overwhelming enthusiasm of the fans and the microphone in the hands of the reporters.
"Hello, Chen Yu!"
"Sign up with me, Chen Yu."
"Can I hug you? Chen Yu"
"Chen Yu! You must lead the Chinese team to South Africa!"
Chinese football needs you Chen Yu! Play hard!"
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Some Chinese fans used to ask Chen Yu to sign, some just wanted to see and touch Chen Yu, and some wanted to express his requests and hopes to Chen Yu. However, there were too many people, and Zheng Hua and Zhang Shubin were a little dizzy when they heard it. However, Chen Yu was very calm. While waving his hand to greet the fans, he signed with his other hand, and simply dealing with several fans, he accepted the reporter's interview and slowly retreated to the hotel.
"I am about to represent my motherland in the first warm-up match. Although it is just a warm-up match, I am very excited and happy because I have seen so many compatriots waiting to watch this match, and I hope to bring them happiness."
"I can't guarantee whether I can score in the South African World Cup, because I haven't played a national team game yet, and I don't know what the group stage grouping of No. 25 is like. I think I should first play in the top 20 to see the strength of the opponent before making a judgment, but I will definitely do my best."
"The Chinese team's opponents in Asia include Japan, South Korea and Isha, and now they want to add an Australian. Although I don't know Asian football, I don't think other teams are worth mentioning. Only these five teams are our current and future enemies... Of course, I want to play the Korean most. Is it a Korean fear? How can I enter the World Cup if this disease is not cured?"
"My goals will definitely not be the same as those of the club. As for how many goals, I have to play the game before watching it."
"This friendly match with Charlton is to get the lineup in order to practice tactics. The outcome is actually not important, and my goal is even less important."
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Chen Yu fought and retreated under the cover of reporters, Zheng Hua and Zhang Shubin, and soon arrived at the door of the Hilton Hotel.
Chen Yu no longer answered the reporter's questions, but shouted hard to the fans around him: "Thank you for coming to greet me today. I am very happy. I will repay you on the court. Today is my first time meeting with my national teammates. I don't have time to sign and take a photo for you. Let's make up for this friendly match."
At this time, Forador and the Chinese players also knew that Chen Yu was coming and were walking towards the hotel door to greet him. Chen Yu also quickly greeted the coach and greeted his friends.
"Coach Forardo, I'll be lucky."
"Chen Yu, I'm so happy to see you."
Forado and Chen Yu shook hands tightly, and both tacitly made it look like they met for the first time.
After saying hello to Forardo, Chen Yu shook hands with members of the coaching team and teammates of the national team one by one.
When shook hands with his teammates of the national team, Gao Fei punched Chen Yu hard in the chest and said, "I finally waited for you. For this day, I have been waiting for several years. Let's see our brothers sweep Asia from now on."
Wang Zhan smiled and said, "Only your prospects, our goal is not to sweep Asia."
Sun Hai said: "With Chen Yu, we are still afraid of Japan and South Korea. We must fight with the world's great powers."
Gao Fei said anxiously: "I said I won't play the World Cup anymore? It's just that I have been bullied by Japan and South Korea over the years. If I don't beat them up, it will be uncomfortable to enter the World Cup."
Chen Yu smiled and said, "Yes, you must beat them up. Even if you don't divide them into groups, you have to fight. Gao Fei, you go and write a letter of war."
Chen Yu said seriously, and everyone laughed when they heard it, especially other players of the Chinese team. They often see Chen Yu on TV and watch Chen Yu's games, but they are not familiar with Chen Yu in life. They are still full of curiosity and awe for world-class superstars like Chen Yu. Listening to Chen Yu and Gao Fei's joke, everyone's awe and mystery of Chen Yu have decreased, and their sense of intimacy has increased a lot.
Forado patiently waited for Chen Yu to say hello to the national team players and said, "We go to the conference hall on the second floor, where we will get to know each other, talk about the training tasks in the morning and afternoon, and then we will go to the Valley Stadium to adapt to the venue. Although it is just a temporary friendly match, we have to prepare carefully. After all, it is only three months before the start of the top 20. There are not many such warm-up matches, so we must make good use of them."
Forado, Guo Zuojin and Chen Yu took the lead, and everyone walked along the stairs to the meeting room on the second floor.
After entering the conference room, Chen Yu originally planned to sit with his teammates, but he was stopped by Forado and asked him to sit on the rostrum, beside him. Although Chen Yu didn't want to sit in this position, Forado had called, and of course Chen Yu could not refuse.
After the work was done, the waiter poured a glass of water for the coaches on the rostrum, then bowed and took the door with him.
Seeing that there were no outsiders in the conference room, Forador stood up and said, "First of all, let us welcome Chen Yu back to the team with warm applause..."
Almost at the same time, all the teams applauded, especially Gao Fei and Dongfang Zhuo, not only applauded, but also whistled, and were stared fiercely by Guo Zuojin.
After applause, Forado continued: "...No doubt, Chen Yu is the only superstar of our team and our spiritual leader. The Chinese team without Chen Yu is a team, and the Chinese team without Chen Yu is another team. If we want to complete the important task of rushing into the finals of the South African World Cup, if Chinese fans want to feel the happiness brought to them by football, Chen Yu is indispensable. Chen Yu is the core. My Chinese team is to be established with Chen Yu's core. All those who are unwilling to cooperate and those who plan to challenge Chen Yu's core position in the team. You should take the initiative to withdraw from this national team..."
When Forador finished speaking, he paused for a while to let the players feel the weight in their words.
No one of the national team players at the meeting spoke. Except for Gao Fei, Dongfang Zhuo grinned heartlessly, and everyone else looked serious and did not dare to neglect the slightest.
Chen Yu's core position in this national team was jointly agreed by Forado and the Chinese Football Association, not the meaning of Forado himself. In fact, Chen Yu's status in the national team even the Chinese Football Association has no say. This is what a senior leader puts it down. Bureau Liu of the General Administration of Sports is responsible for the execution. Although the Football Association knows very little insider, everyone below, including Forado, knows very well that Chen Yu's background is very great and they cannot be offended. In addition, Chen Yu's strength and reputation can be completely convinced, and they are happy to help the leader carry the sedan chair.
Forador was very satisfied with the players' reactions. He signaled to Guo Zuojin that he would take Chen Yu to get to know the members of the national team.
Guo Zuojin stood up and said to Chen Yu, "I'll take you to meet your teammates so that you won't even be able to call your name during the game."
Chen Yu said: "Okay."
Guo Zuojin took Chen Yu and greeted the members of the national team one by one. Although the players of the national team are big names in various clubs in the Chinese Super League, they are not even an unknown man in front of Chen Yu. When shook hands with Chen Yu, except for those who met, everyone else was respectful, which made Chen Yu feel a little uncomfortable.
The coaches of the national team met and clarified the team's core and tactical style, and then took a bus to the valley court for adaptive training.
Liverpool's training schedule was announced in advance, and fans knew that they were waiting for the team to arrive around the Valley Stadium in advance. When the Chinese team's bus appeared at the door of the Valley Stadium, thousands of fans rushed over and surrounded the bus, including not only Chinese, but also many white people.
"Chen Yu! Chen Yu! Chen Yu Chen Yu..."
The shouts are continuous and rhythmic.
The Chinese players in the bus were very envious of Chen Yu. They could have such influence abroad, and only Chen Yu could do it in the whole of China.
After Chen Yu got out of the car, the fans surrounded him again, asking for autographs, taking pictures, taking photos, sending flowers, and saying blessings. Every face was filled with joy and enthusiasm.
However, the fans did not tangle for too long. They are now more eager to see Chen Yu wear the No. 10 jersey of the Chinese team, so after briefly expressing their love for Chen Yu, they let Chen Yu and the Chinese team players enter the valley stadium together.
After entering the locker room, Guo Zuojin solemnly placed his jerseys in front of Chen Yu, all white and red.
"Chen Yu, this is your jersey, and Chinese football will depend on you in the future."
Chen Yu took the jersey and felt a lot of emotion. Although he had many conflicts with the Chinese Football Association and had announced his withdrawal from the Chinese team, he had never thought of playing football for other national teams because he could not accept wearing jerseys from other countries and singing the national anthems of other countries. However, until now holding this jersey, he finally understood what kind of emotion it was.
Chapter completed!