As long as the seeds are intact and nurtured with enough nutrients, they will surely germinate. This is a truth that even primary school students can understand. Richard planted a seed in Cristiano Ronaldo's heart. If Sir Alex can control Ronaldo

Forced suppression in various places, and

And if there are league results as evidence, then this seed will wither as quickly as it lacks nutrients, because Ronaldo can clearly see that Sir Alex is right, and Sir Alex's words are making him move step by step on the field.

progress, progress again and again.

But now Cristiano Ronaldo is not with Sir Alex Ferguson. He is in the European Cup. After he was rejected by the club's head coach, someone like him who refuses to admit defeat will definitely try every means to prove that he is right.

How to prove it? The most direct way is of course to go to head coach Scolari.

On June 6, Cristiano Ronaldo learned about Scolari who was studying game tapes in his hotel room after a training session.

There are many interesting things in history. For example, in history, Scolari did not return to Portugal after ending his club coaching career at Chelsea. In reality, he was replaced by Queiroz, who replaced Scolari during the period.

Because the friendly match record was so poor that class was dismissed, so the scene where Ronaldo talked to Scolari happened.

When, when, when.

The moment the knock on the door rang, Scolari opened the door and he smiled. Cristiano Ronaldo and Scolari have a good personal relationship. When Chelsea and Manchester United were fighting, Cristiano Ronaldo even took the initiative to hug the coach. Scolari

He was also very fond of Ronaldo in the Portuguese national team, so the two met happily.

"Cristiano, what can I do? Come in and watch Türkiye's previous warm-up match with me."

Scolari moved Cristiano Ronaldo into the room. The two sat on the sofa together and watched the game.

Ronaldo is a little afraid to speak. He is afraid that being rejected by Sir Alex and then being rejected by Scolari will directly extinguish his desire to stand on the front line. Even if the buds that have been hit one after another can continue to grow, they will definitely not

Becoming a towering tree is, at best, a crooked tree. It’s not like Ronaldo is ending his career. Why can’t he get in trouble with himself? He adjusted his way of speaking and chose to be circuitous. Maybe he could gain more with a more tactful attitude.

One chance is not guaranteed.

"Coach, Türkiye's defense is very strong. We will play against them on June 8th. I'm afraid..."

As soon as Scolari heard that his number one star was scared, he immediately asked: "Just tell me."

If even Cristiano Ronaldo doesn't have confidence, there will be no need to play the game.

"That's right, coach. I think Postiga may not be able to cope with several Turkish defenders. They are a team that has reached the top four in the World Cup. Their tactical execution is not bad at all. If they insist on playing with us,

Defensive counterattack, coach, I don't trust Postiga."

This is true. Portugal lacks a center. They have a very strong midfielder and a very strong defense, but they do not have a center whose impact is proportional to their scoring ability. Postiga's ability to grab the first point is not bad. But in

The ability to win the first point and play forward without support is too weak. Facing a very resilient team like Turkey, especially the third place in the World Cup who defeated South Korea in the 2002 World Cup, Postiga

His personal ability is indeed worrying.

Scolari was stunned for a moment. He suspected that there was something in Richard's words. Cristiano Ronaldo was not a person who liked to speak ill of people behind their backs. He was used to speaking ill of people in front of their faces or to the media. Now that he appeared in his room,

It must be my own thought: "So who do you think can cooperate better with you? Almeida Gomez?"

Ronaldo shook his head at the same time and said: "Coach. Actually, I want to ask you something."

"ask."

"Do you believe me?"

Scolari was stunned. What happened to the top star in the team today? Suddenly he became so strange?

"What do you think of my dominance, shooting skills, passing skills, and heading skills?" Ronaldo continued.

Scolari must tell the truth: "I'm afraid you are the strongest in Portugal in any position in the frontcourt. But Cristiano, I don't like your hesitant performance. You are not shy."

people."

Ronaldo smiled and said quickly: "Coach, I want to appear on the front line, I want to play the 9th position, and I want to become Portugal's official center."

Looking at Scolari's surprised look, Ronaldo continued: "Coach, please listen to me. I think my ability to escape on the front line is better than anyone in the Portuguese national team, and I can pass people on the field.

, I like to pass people, and I am good at passing people. If I can pass the opponent's central defender after receiving the pass from the backcourt, then I will have the opportunity to directly face the goal. In this case, my goal rate

Very high, regardless of whether it is Postiga, Almeida, or Nuno

, can't do this. You can see the opportunities we waste in every warm-up match. If I appear at the center position, the winger position will never lack breakthrough power because of my absence.

There is Simang in the main lineup, and there is Kua

Reesma, Nani, and Deco, Meireles, and Moutinho in the midfield. Our lineup is not inferior to any other countries in the European Cup. My position is one step ahead, and everyone behind me is

If you can exert greater power, why not?"

Scolari suddenly felt that a door opened in front of him. Ronaldo stood on the front line, and Deco in the midfield would become the best passer. If Deco was surrounded by Meireres and Moutinho,

Protection, with breakthroughs from Quaresma and Simao on both sides... A traditional 433 quickly took shape in Scolari's mind. The key is that such a lineup does not need to change Portugal's existing playing style at all, and can make everyone

The power has increased several times because the striker's ability to seize opportunities has increased. Ronaldo's scoring rate at Manchester United can fully prove this.

"Cristiano, no matter what, I hope you will take it step by step. It's not that I disagree with your point of view, and I am surprised by your point of view, because I think it is feasible. But whether it is at Manchester United or Sporting Lisbon, it is

Or you didn’t even play for the Portuguese national team?

Over the center, right? In our game against Turkey, you still appeared on the right wing. However, what I promise you is that as long as we take the lead, the last 30 minutes of the game belong to you, and I will replace him with Simao.

Postiga, let you appear on the front line."

Scolari didn't want to bet too aggressively. If he failed, all his previous efforts would be wasted, but he had the courage to only bet for 30 minutes in the second half.

"Thank you, coach."

Cristiano Ronaldo suddenly felt a sense of acceptance. From the toughness of Sir Alex to the gentleness of Scolari, Cristiano Ronaldo turned 360° like a roller coaster.

In fact, Cristiano Ronaldo completely ignored the personalities of these two people. He believed that he was closer to Sir Alex Ferguson and said everything he had to say directly, while he was a little further away from Scolari. He was afraid of being rejected when he spoke, so he spoke tactfully.

Such is life. He always wants to talk to people around him in a way that he is comfortable with. When dealing with people he is not familiar with, he is willing to follow the other person's comfortable way. With the old Sir's temper, he can accept being so straightforward.

Did you? There is no need to ask for the answer.

Don’t believe it?

If Cristiano Ronaldo changed his approach and said to Sir Alex: "Boss, I have a particularly interesting idea. I want to try the feeling of being on the front line. If one day we can lead by a big score, can you change

Leave Tevez behind and let me enjoy my time on the front line?"

Sir Alex Ferguson dared to let the 18-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo play on the right wing of Manchester United, and insisted on using him when Old Trafford was full of boos. He was so favored. How could he refuse? Impossible! Not to mention what he said

Even when he was leading by a big score and his opponent could no longer make a comeback, in order to make his beloved disciple feel comfortable at the European Cup, Sir Alex would not hesitate to agree and treat it as doting on his grandson.

That's the difference!

On June 8, 2008, a big battle broke out in the city of Geneva. Portugal vs. Turkey in the European Cup Group A group match. Portugal and Turkey have fought seven times in history. Portugal has won six and lost one. From the data point of view, Portugal

There should be no psychological pressure at all.

Richard was very clear about the process of this game. When he was watching the European Cup in far away Asia, he still remembered that Pepe scored a goal from Simao's corner kick at the beginning of the game, and was then called for offside. Then in the 38th minute, Ronaldo

A free kick from the left was scored. In the 61st minute of the second half, Pepe and Gomez's collision with the wall led to Pepe successfully entering the penalty area and sealing the victory for Portugal. The score was 2:0.

The whole Burley team is watching this game. This is requested by Richard. It is normal for a player to be asked to watch the game by the coach, especially at Burley. Richard will explain the game from various angles like a commentator.

Why it didn't go in, why it did go in, there is no classroom that is easier to understand than a tactical class in a big game. This is the most natural opportunity.

Richard was eloquent in the hotel. In the 38th minute, Ronaldo took a free kick. The first half ended. In the second half, the two sides changed places to fight again. In the 61st minute, when Pepe was on the next leg, Scolari watched Ronaldo running.

While returning to the right wing position, he kept looking at himself. He suddenly remembered that he had promised Ronaldo that when he had an absolute advantage, he would put Ronaldo in the center position.

"Ricardo!"

Scolari called out Quaresma: "You replace Gomez and let Cristiano Ronaldo go to the center position. Then you and Simao swap, you play the left winger and Simao plays the right winger."

I'm sick!

Quaresma almost asked this question. Gomez, who was in good form this game, had just scored a goal with Pepe, and he was replaced just after he created a goal? This is not

Looking for trouble?

However, Quaresma made Richard so timid that he no longer dared to talk back to the coach. He finally returned to the national team and could only play according to the coach's requirements.

So, the second half continues.

In the 69th minute, Quaresma dribbled the ball down the left wing and crossed the ball almost at the same moment. Then Ronaldo and the opponent's defender took off at the same time. At that moment, on the horizon of the camera, it can be seen that Ronaldo is obviously better than the opponent's center.

The defender is a head taller and his jumping ability is so good!

bump!

The football swung over Ronaldo's head and hit the upper left corner of the goal, never coming out again!!!

"yeah!!!!!!!"

Scolari cheered with all the fans. Ronaldo ran away after landing and started sprinting madly on the court!

Scolari was happy because the team must have scored 3 points, and Ronaldo was crazy because he felt better standing on the front line. The two of them raised their hands in excitement almost at the same time, which is called a tacit understanding!!!

Then Cristiano Ronaldo looked for cameras all over the field and yelled at the camera: "Seducing-se e-that? Seducing-se e-that??!!!"

Cristiano Ronaldo just told Ferguson like a stubborn child that he had done it, just like a parent who did not agree with his child entering the entertainment industry actually saw a superstar son on the TV. The son excitedly said to the camera, 'I can do it'

Here we go, Mom, Dad, I was right!' Again, he didn't mean any harm.

But this is no longer something the old Sir Alex can accept. Even the few complaints in the Dutch Iron Guard's autobiography back then were intolerable to the old Sir Alex. How much more so now?

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To be continued...