The Croatian players lay exhausted on the turf, gasping for air.
His hair and jersey looked like they had been soaked in water.
The high-intensity pace of the game did not completely defeat the warriors of the Grid Legion.
Modric stood up first, took off his hair tie and walked in front of Li Kang.
Media reporters from all over the world raised their cameras and their spotlights flashed.
"31-year-old Modric and 18-year-old Li Kang exchanged their jerseys."
"The handshake between two generations of midfield masters, when we look back in a few years, it may be another classic moment recorded in the history of football."
"In a short period of time, they have experienced three confrontations between the club and the national team, with each winning and losing!"
"We look forward to next season's Champions League, where the two of them can have an evenly matched conversation on the premise that their overall strengths are close!"
"Congratulations to Spain, congratulations to Li Kang, for his romantic debut. He is God's gift to the Imbilia Peninsula. The City of Roses in France and the Garonne River have jointly witnessed the legendary..."
He Wei was about to give her a slap in the face.
Duan Xuan quickly raised his elbow and gave a hint with his eyes: It's just a group match, so calm down!
....
Toulouse is known as the "City of Roses."
It is not rich in roses, but because the ancient buildings in the city are all red brick structures, it has been praised by many poets as "roses in the sun".
The temperature in this red city between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea is a bit low at the moment.
De Gea couldn't help but shuddered, and the staff quickly put a coat on him and whispered about the stadium's heating equipment.
Saul and Koke, two young Atletico players, were so tired that they cramped.
The veterans applauded leisurely and thanked the Spanish fans for coming on the expedition.
The night wind lifted the red flag.
Morata put his hand on Li Kang's shoulder and said seriously: "Li, I like your passing better."
The system prompt sounded quietly.
[Ding, achievement unlocked: European Cup debut.]
[Task receipt: The whole world is starting to notice you.]
[Task reward: Matador’s ribbon.]
[Effect: Bond item upgrade tool.]
A red ribbon slowly fell in front of Li Kang.
"What the hell is this?"
Morata reached out and grabbed it, and his whole body suddenly trembled.
[Blade bond upgrade: Morata’s shooting accuracy increases by 2%, and your burst speed increases by 8.]
Li Kang was stunned.
He didn't think this bond would improve his teammates much.
The increase in explosive speed far exceeds the red rope that disconnected Sun Xingmin.
As for Morata’s shooting percentage?
It is estimated that it needs to be improved by another 10% to reach the level of Europe's top shooters.
Yonesta came over and said hesitantly: "Li, take the time to go back to La Masia during the offseason..."
There is no chance to continue to develop feelings.
Because a group of Spanish relatives and friends came to the venue.
The children excitedly surrounded Li Kang and imitated his "Marseille slalom" in the competition...
...
Post-match press conference.
Media from all over the world enthusiastically asked questions.
Bosque smiled and took good care of himself.
The old man has a very gentle personality, and no matter how provocative the question is, he cannot irritate him.
"Li is the core midfielder of our Spanish national team. He reversed the team's passive situation as soon as he came on the field."
"Youth is an advantage, not a flaw. This means that we will usher in a long peak period. He will shoulder a great responsibility in the process of replacing the old and new generations of the Matador Corps."
"I think he is the best midfielder of the young generation in Europe."
"There are many roads to victory, and Spain will not stick to passing the ball."
At this time, Spain had already fallen from the altar in the eyes of the outside world.
In the 2013 Confederations Cup final, they were defeated by Brazil and missed the Grand Slam achievement.
The 2014 World Cup experienced the slaughter of the Netherlands and the ravage of the Chilean team, and was eliminated early in two rounds of the group stage.
Before the start of this European Cup, almost no one was optimistic about the sunset of Matador.
The roster looks luxurious on paper, but it's old, injured, and small...
No one expected that the sudden appearance of Li Kang would revitalize the entire team.
The other side.
After briefly replying to a few questions in a very official manner, Zacic remained silent.
Media reporters quickly shifted their focus to player representative Rakitic.
This product is a hot traffic spot.
No matter what the occasion or context, Barcelona midfielders will start talking about Messi after a few words with reporters.
"We will adjust our state quickly and the loss in the first round will not affect Croatia's performance in the next game."
"Messi? He will definitely win the Copa America in Centenary."
Rakitic suddenly straightened his body and said solemnly: "You ask me if Messi is the best? It's like asking whether football is needed for football!"
Suddenly, the audience burst into thunderous applause.
The angle is tricky and the artistic conception is profound.
A Spanish reporter quickly asked: "Hello, I am a reporter from Marca. Barcelona coach Enrique once said that Li will be your best substitute in Barcelona..."
Rakitic frowned, why is toilet paper like Marca everywhere?
He immediately interrupted: "Substitute? There is no such thing. Li is not the most talented midfielder today... He is the most talented midfielder in history!"
puff!
Cacic, who was holding a thermos cup, sprayed the assistant coach in the face.
....
Catalan TV is also broadcasting this scene.
The special guest commentator, Enrique, looked ashen.
Marca is such a bastard.
The host didn't have time to help him find steps to cover himself.
The Barcelona coach can’t hold it back:
"Barcelona players made a great contribution to the Spanish national team and easily won the first victory."
"What international competitions require is not personal ability, but experience."
"Li is still too young and not experienced enough. He needs a certain amount of training."
"If we replace Yonesta in advance, the effect will be better and the victory will be easier."
"Lee just scored a free kick. It's very difficult to score from that position."
This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! "Turkey's overall strength is more balanced. It is very likely that Li will be restricted like the Champions League. Young people will still focus on training when participating in competitions. The Spanish team wants to achieve
To achieve good results, we still have to rely on veterans like Busquets and Iniesta."
The mouth is always the hardest organ of the human body.
....
National team bus.
Yonesta happened to be sitting next to Li Kang.
He was about to say hello.
Busquets suddenly handed over the phone.
A piece of Catalan news was displayed on the screen: "Enrique: Li Kang is far behind Iniesta. Spain relies on Barcelona players to win."
What pig teammates?
I am trying hard to win over Li's feelings, why can't you Enrique be a mute?
Li Kang smiled, he didn't care about these messy things.
Holding a small handicraft in his hand, he took a photo and sent it to Claudia.
The two rarely send messages to each other.
We just made an appointment to meet again after the European Cup.
After all, the national team's lineup is so strong that there is no need to recharge.
....
That night.
News about the European Cup has become a hot search topic on the Internet.
right.
It is the hot search ranking list.
In 2012, when the Internet was not yet highly developed, Balotelli became famous all over the world.
Not to mention the popularity of 2016.
"The European Red Devils lost to the Azzurri, Belgium 0:2 Italy!"
"Lukaku failed to score alone, and the new Chinese Super League player won the game!"
"Conte was so excited that his nosebleeds continued."
-[New Chinese Super League aid? Confirmed! Pelai really wants to come to the Chinese Super League?]
-[Young player Buffon’s fourth European Cup...]
-[Italy, the most indifferent generation, had Pirlo and Balotelli four years ago...]
-[Belgium is so bad, I used this lineup to kill the opponent every time in the game!]
-[Conte is awesome, the three-center-back system perfectly suits Chiellini, Barzagli, and Bonucci.]
It didn't take long.
The hot search list has quietly changed...
"Zidane is stunned! European supernova performs divine Marseille slalom."
"Toulouse's amazing free kick!"
"The magic flute headband falls, a fateful showdown with a winner and a loser."
"Turn the tide? Plan a strategy! On Li Kang's core significance in the Spanish formation!"
"Rakitic: I really want to be Lee's substitute."
Li Kang is completely on fire.
Ordinary people who don't usually watch football were attracted by his superb performance on the green field.
Even highlight reels from club matches have been dug up.
-【So elegant... Mr. Luyin!】
-【Although I am not interested in football, he is really too strong.】
-【There are always heroes who come late, and there are always young people who rush to the scene.】
-【As soon as I turn around, it’s midsummer.】
-【Invincible Little Mute!】
-[Why don’t Messi and Neymar come to the European Cup?]
...
Early next morning.
Ile de Ré, France, Spanish station.
Mignano held the tactical board and asked doubtfully: "Boss, when we face Turkey in the second round, we need to make a large rotation? Are we going to send in substitute players?"
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Del Bosque nodded, then shook his head: "Huh? How could Diego Costa be Morata's substitute!"
Waves of cheers came from the training ground.
Diego Costa scored two goals with a head kick and a kick.
De Gea was so angry that he spread his hands and complained:
"Pique, you are distracted again!"
"I wasn't distracted, it was because Ramos and I didn't think of our defensive ideas together!"
...
Li Kang was sitting in the tactics room, watching the morning news.
He is not tired at all, but the coaching staff is afraid that he will be tired.
On the screen, fan riots occupied a large area of coverage.
The quick broadcast at the bottom slides the match result between Portugal and Iceland: 1:1.
Cristiano Ronaldo is the biggest star of this European Cup.
But he was upstaged in this game. The "Viking War Cry" played by the Icelandic team in the stands was extremely shocking!
...
Cazorla and Iniesta gathered together and chatted about the upcoming game.
“What are the characteristics of Turkish players?”
“Does poor character count?”
"..."
"They are not good at intensive defense in the low post. They are likely to seize the opening and attack aggressively."
"It will be easy if we just limit Calhanoglu and Turan."
"No, we have to cooperate with Li..."
....
the following few days.
Li Kang practices with his teammates every day.
The assistant lives in a small town outside the station and occasionally goes to the training ground to ask for help.
"Li, Juventus only offered a signing fee of 3 million euros, but their proportion of image rights is relatively low, and they will be very competitive in the Champions League next season."
"Manchester City is willing to give you a signing fee of 12 million. It is temporarily impossible to determine your position under the new tactical system, but it can guarantee playing time... What is Guardiola thinking?"
"And Chelsea! Ms. Skaya said that she will rebuild the team around you. She also revealed several candidates for the new head coach... It is a pity that they will not qualify for the Champions League next season."
"I suggest we wait until after the European Cup!"
Break time.
Through the fence, the assistant chattered endlessly reporting on the communication progress of each club.
During this period, he found out how many dogs there were in the town where he was stationed, but he couldn't give any practical advice on transfers.
Perhaps the best agent in the world can't give Li Kang any advice: wherever there is more money, go and be done with it.
Li Kang wiped his sweat with a dry towel. After resting for a while, he stopped thinking about the transfer issue. He turned around and waved goodbye to his assistant and returned to the training ground.
.....
June 18.
Li Kang and his teammates arrived in Nice, the largest city in the Alpes-Maritimes province in southeastern France.
This is Europe's holiday paradise.
The blue Mediterranean.
long coastline.
The majestic Alps.
Holy relics of ancient Roman history and culture.
The romantic fragrance of the lavender fields in Provence.
All the good things were shattered the moment the national team bus drove into the urban streets.
This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! Crowding, dense sirens, chaotic traffic, and narrow streets are all wearing down the patience of the coaching staff and players.
...
Riviera Stadium.
The organizer adopted a quarantine approach.
Security personnel are on standby.
Fans from both sides slowly entered the stadium, leaning on the cordon.
Two hours ago, they had a fight in Nice's Civic Center.
The feud between Spain and Türkiye is too complicated.
After a while.
Many fans sat down.
The cheering slogans from both sides gradually sounded from the stands on all sides.
"ctV5! ctV5! Good evening, viewers!"
"Welcome to the second round of Group D of the European Cup 2016!"
“Spain vs. Türkiye!”
"This is a key battle to qualify!"
"If the Matador Corps can win, they will have the initiative to qualify!"
"I am the commentator for this game, Duan Xuan!"
"I'm He Wei!"
....
Player tunnel.
Turan's eyes glanced around the Spanish queue, his brows furrowed.
I didn’t find any sign of my Barcelona teammates!
what happened?
Was Del Bosque's concept of "de-Barcelona" implemented so thoroughly in the second round?
However, the Spanish team without the "Barcelona Gang" has nothing to fear.
Saul and Koke looked expressionless. Turan and they were good teammates during Atletico Madrid.
It's just that after this guy moved to Barcelona, he publicly criticized his "mentor" Simeone in front of the media, and the relationship between everyone has undergone subtle changes.
Calhanoglu held it in for a long time, and after feeling that the camera was not focused on him, he forced a smile at Li Kang.
....
"The following introduces you to the lineups of both sides!"
"The Spanish team's formation is 4-2-3-1! The roster has changed a lot."
"Goalkeeper: De Gea!"
"Defenders: Carvajal, Ramos, San Jose, Juanfran!"
"Double defensive midfielders: Li Kang, Saul!"
"Central midfielder: David Silva, Koke, Cazorla!"
"Forward: Diego Costa!"
Studio.
The number of viewers is increasing.
-[What is Del Bosque doing? Let the main substitutes rotate and rest? Not a single Barcelona player is used.]
-[No, it's a targeted formation. Turkey's midfield and frontcourt have a strong impact individually, especially Turan's explosive point. Spain's midfield and backfield defense must be tougher! 】
-[No need to mention tactics or tactics, Spain is guaranteed to win by three goals!]
....
"Türkiye has a 4-3-3 formation."
"Goalkeeper: Babakan!"
"Defenders: Topal, Elgin, Gnur, Balta!"
"Midfielder: Tufan, Owuzi, Yin Nan!"
"Forwards: Turan, Yinrmaz, Calhanoglu!"
-[What happened? Turan and Chaqiuwang were moved to the front line?]
-[It’s normal. The two of them can originally play as wingers, but in actual games they will still be active in the midfield most of the time.]
-[A strange foreign aid from the Chinese Super League was mixed in among a group of wealthy players...]
....
Del Bosque sat on the coaching bench, calm and composed.
Türkiye coach Terim was pacing back and forth in the command area.
The referee team led the players from both sides out of the tunnel.
Deafening cheers immediately erupted from the stands.
The momentum of the Turkish fans quickly overshadowed their opponents.
The name of Barcelona midfielder Turan resounded throughout the Riviera Stadium.
...
Catalan Television.
Enrique once again became the special commentator.
He crossed his hands on his chest and said in a heavy tone:
"The national team coaching staff may have strategic reasons to let the Barcelona stars get adequate rest!"
"Turan's offensive ability is terrible. He is an important member of Barcelona."
"Calhanoglu was moved to the front line. This change is very wise and covers up his shortcomings of taking the ball with his back. I think Yin Nan is the real core of Turkey's midfield."
"This game is far more difficult than facing Croatia. Turkey's overall strength is very balanced."
"Spain's situation is very dangerous. If the opponent restricts Li, we may lose the initiative to qualify."
"We just looked strong and we can't get carried away with our first-round victory."
I have to say that the Barcelona coach's analysis is still quite good.
The fans in front of the TV couldn't help but become worried.
If he loses this game, then Del Bosque will have to experience another round of Internet explosions in the Imbian Peninsula.
....
The game only started for two minutes.
Li Kang received Saul's diagonal pass in the 30-meter area.
Under the interference of two Turkish players, he made a long pass.