Football: I am only 16 years old, and you want me to retire and make a comeback?

Chapter 738 Mr. Ferran's debut is under great pressure
Match Preview: In the first round of the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers, the Chinese national football team will play against the UAE away from home, marking the debut of new coach Eskreva.

The Chinese national football team is known as "Little Manchester United" because it is just as popular as Manchester United.

The team changed coaches after the round of 40, and the new coach will be in charge of the first match of the round of 12. If you are a fan of the Chinese team and want to support them, the prerequisite is that you must have a strong heart and be able to withstand the pressure that may come.

Dongqiudi (a sports betting platform) is buzzing: Can the Chinese national football team, under the leadership of Ethan, secure their first victory in the World Cup qualifiers against the UAE?
The topic of the Chinese national football team is even more popular on Dongqiudi than Manchester United, and Chinese fans who are good at math have already started their calculations in the comments section.

UAE vs. China: China has many advantages.

1. The UAE's starting lineup is valued at approximately 750 million euros, while the Chinese national team's starting lineup is valued at approximately 3.18 million euros. This is China's first victory.

2. The UAE has 0 players from the top five European leagues, while the Chinese national team has 3 players from the top five European leagues, making this a two-win situation.

3. The UAE coach is just an unknown figure, while the Chinese national team coach is a Bundesliga and Champions League double champion, which is a triple win.

The specifics of the match are still unknown, but from a data perspective, the Chinese team has already won decisively.

Currently, the only weakness of the Chinese team may lie in its tactics, because unlike the UAE's stable head coach, the Chinese team has just changed coaches.

Sports Weekly reporter: Eskrima's addition may further enhance Tang Ye's tactical role. This may increase the Chinese national team's reliance on Tang Ye, but the benefit is an improved winning percentage.

Given Escudár's personality, Tang Ye's status in the Chinese team will likely be elevated.

The good news is that Escribá is no longer with Villarreal or Borussia Dortmund, and Tang Ye is no longer a loan player.

Tang Ye's nationality will definitely not change; even if he leaves Manchester United, he will not leave the Chinese national team.

Given this, the side effect of "increasing the national football team's dependence on Tang Ye" can actually be ignored.

Tang Ye is only 22 years old. Even if the team becomes reliant on Tang Ye, he can protect the Chinese team for at least 10 years!
GGBond's powerful hand will suppress everything!
……

Xinhua News Agency.

"As you can see, this is the Sharjah Stadium in the UAE, the venue for the final round of the Asian Cup qualifiers..."

"Tang Ye is awesome!"

Before the reporter could finish speaking, a passing fan shouted, which quickly sparked even more cheers.

"Tang Ye!"

"Team China!"

"China is awesome!"

The crowd slowly gathered around Xinhua News Agency's camera, and the reporter quickly noticed He Sheng.

This is none other than the famous "Value Guy," the man who shouted during the last Asian Cup qualifiers that watching the Chinese team play is valuable!
"Sir, what are your thoughts on today's match?"

"Well, I think the UAE is stronger in some aspects, and they're in good form, but I still have more faith in the Chinese team. The Chinese team will definitely win!"

He Sheng clenched his right fist, eliciting a "wow" from the Chinese fans next to him.

These thousands of away fans, who flew from China to the UAE just to watch a match, are truly die-hard fans of the Chinese national football team.

"Do you think the new coach is a risk for the Chinese team today? Escribá doesn't have the experience of Lippi."

"Risk? There is no risk!"

The person who answered the question was not He Sheng, but an older man in a red jersey next to him.

The uncle's jersey was very unique. Although it had the Chinese flag on it, there was a pig on the belly, and the name and number on the back were "GGBond" and "10".

"We can't possibly lose."

"We can't afford to lose even a little!"

With a flick of his wrist, the Chinese fans exuded confidence.

It's often said that Manchester United fans are the most confident, but actually, the die-hard Chinese national team fans are the most confident group.

Before Tang Ye returned from the top 40, Chinese football fans had boasted that they would "cleverly defeat" South Korea, but of course, they failed in the end.

"We wish the Chinese team good luck today and hope they can win their first match in the final 12!"

……

Baidu trending search.

No. 1: China vs. UAE.

No. 2: Asian Cup Qualifiers.

No. 3: Tang Ye's first appearance for the Chinese team after the Asian Cup.

No. 4: Eden's debut for the Chinese national team.

No. 5: Piggy Hero vs. Desert Camel.

On-site reporter: Three hours before the start of the match, Sheikh Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, UAE, visited the Chinese team's locker room.

Kasimi gripped Tang Ye's hand tightly: "I've been watching football for a long time, so I heard your name when you were at Villarreal. They said you were a remarkable football player from Asia. Haha, I've heard so much about you!"

"Hello sir."

At Kasimmi's invitation, Tang Ye and Kasimmi took a photo together in the stadium's circular tunnel.

"Your stadium is really well built. Although it's very hot, the air conditioning in the stands directly affects the field."

Tang Ye praised the UAE's competition venue: "I love the grass here!"

"Haha! We will provide the best support for our athletes. The best athletes in the world should play on the best pitches."

Kasimmi shook Tang Ye's hand again: "Although I am a supporter of the UAE, ... welcome to the game, and I wish you success in today's match!"

"Thank you."

"in addition."

Kasim changed the subject, jokingly saying, "Our committee is discussing whether, if enough money is spent, we can get the world's greatest player to play in the UAE league. I think it's a fantastic proposal, haha!"

"Well……"

Tang Ye took a deep breath, knowing the probing meaning in Kasimi's words: "Haha, the title of the greatest player in the world is too controversial. Everyone has different opinions. Your committee should take this into account when discussing it."

"Actually, we already have the answer."

Kasim put his hand on Tang Ye's shoulder: "I hope our country's athletes won't feel too much pressure when facing the GOAT."

"work hard together!"

Tang Ye had a strange feeling after separating from Kasimi.

The strange thing was not because of Kasimi's sudden visit, but because of Kasimi's excessive self-confidence.

Tang Ye and Kasimi had barely met, yet the latter directly called himself "the greatest player in the world today," a title that Tang Ye was currently finding hard to accept.

Forget it, I'll stop thinking about these things for now.

The match is about to begin!

……

"The national anthem of the People's Republic of China, 'March of the Volunteers,' will now be played!"

"Ta-da! Ta ...

"Ta-da! Ta-da!"

[I'm a little excited, to be honest. There's a big difference between having Tang Ye and not having him. It feels like watching the Premier League.]

[Are you out of your mind, upstairs? It's like the Premier League before the match has even started, haha]

Does anyone have access to the backend data? How many people are currently using the 5 machines? Is there 3000 million?

The UAE's lineup has changed a lot. I remember it wasn't like this in 17. The Chinese national team has changed much less.

[What a load of rubbish! In 17, the starting lineup for the Chinese national football team was worth 1.2 million yuan; now it's over 3 million yuan. How can that be the same? It's a complete overhaul!]

[666666, Saint-Étienne is awesome, Saint-Étienne forever!]

"China Media Group! Good evening, viewers. This is a live broadcast of the 2022 Qatar World Cup Asian Qualifiers..."

"Beep!!!"

"The match has begun. Now, let me introduce the starting lineups for both sides. First up is the home team, the UAE!"

UAE (4-2-3-1)

Goalkeeper: Hasaiif

Defenders: Hussein, Atas...

……

China (4-2-3-1)

Goalkeeper: Yan Junling
Defenders: Zhang Linpeng, Yu Dabao, Jiang Guangtai, Wang Shenchao
Midfielders: Zhang Xizhe, Tang Ye, Wu Xi

Forwards: Wei Shihao, Elkeson, Wu Lei

Head Coach: Eskriva

The 4-2-3-1 formation is the mainstream formation in modern football, favored by both strong and weak teams.

When did the 4231 system become popular?

This dates back several years.

The young GGBond came to Spain on loan from Utrecht and met Escribá, who was then the manager of Villarreal.

Everything has changed now.

But the people are still the same two; GGBond and his Mr. Ferran haven't changed!

Saleh passes to Canedo ahead!

The UAE center forward received the ball, and the Chinese players on the field were retreating. "Watch the flanks! Pay attention to the flanks!"

Escriva keenly grasped his opponent's offensive intentions.

As expected, Canedo saw the opportunity and immediately passed the ball to Zaabi on the right wing.

Wow!!!

"come on! Come on!"

The home team fans in the stands were already excited.

Zaabi gradually moved closer to Wang Shenchao.

"Don't worry, don't worry!"

Eskeriva advised Wang Shenchao to remain calm and refrain from making any moves.

He was looking at Tang Ye's position.

"Shrink back, shrink back!"

Escriva opted for a more conservative defensive approach.

Zaabbi sped up!

Wang Shenchao is following!
Snapped!
Wang Shenchao raised his right foot, but failed to make contact with Zaabbi's cross.

Inside the restricted area!

boom!
Jiang Guangtai headed the ball out, successfully finding Zhang Xizhe in front, or passing the ball to Tang Ye immediately.

"Beautiful! Jiang Guangtai!"

"The UAE's attack is indeed very fast, but the Chinese team's handling of the situation is not bad either!"

"Especially Jiang Guangtai, his anticipation and positioning were truly ingenious..."

"However, we might need to worry about the UAE now, as Tang Ye's speed in dribbling forward is extremely fast!"

With a gentle pull of his left foot, Tang Ye shook off the defender and immediately accelerated, beginning his dribbling advance.

"Wu Lei!"

They called Wu Lei over to help, and the two of them worked together to get rid of Salmin.

"Oh!"

Escribá quickly moved up the field, shouting incessantly, and Tang Ye delivered the pass at that moment.

Wei Shihao makes a diagonal run down the left flank!

Tang Ye misjudged Wei Shihao's speed, and the Chinese national team striker failed to get close to the edge of the penalty area immediately after receiving the ball.

Look at Wei Shihao's choice!

Take a step!
Snapped!
A long-range shot was delivered, but Wei Shihao's effort went high and wide, hitting the stands.

"Oh, what a pity!"

"Wei Shihao may have been playing a bit too hastily, which was unnecessary, because we can see that the Chinese team still has some advantages."

During the commentary chat, the camera focused on Eskriva on the substitute bench.

From the start of the game until now, the Spaniards' hands and mouths have never stopped, and they even continued to rage incompetently after Wei Shihao's shot went high and wide.

"This……"

"Is the pressure... really that much?"

hiss……

Take a deep breath.

I originally thought that Chinese players and football fans were the group under the most pressure.

But now it seems that this viewpoint is wrong, and very wrong.

Eskreva's heart rate must be about to explode!
"Yeah, I understand why you really want to win."

“But I think Eskeriva should relax a bit now.”

"Yes, relax a bit and don't let your emotions affect the players on the field."

"Hmm, these are all seasoned coaches who have participated in the Champions League final. This really shouldn't be the case, hehe!"

Zhang Lu was too optimistic.

His situation was different from Escriva's, so he couldn't understand Escriva's current emotions.

"come on!"

"come on!"

"Go UAE!"

Unintelligible Arabic could be heard constantly coming from the stands.

Although he couldn't understand what they were saying, Tang Ye could roughly guess what they were shouting.

It's nothing more than some kind of fuel.

The score is still 0-0, so the home team fans are very optimistic.

There's a good opportunity right now; it's time to teach them a lesson.

In the 21st minute, China had a corner kick opportunity. Wei Shihao went over to prepare to take the corner kick, while Tang Ye stood by.

"Is this a tactical corner kick...?"

"Hey, I gave it to them!"

Wei Shihao passed the ball to Tang Ye first.

The UAE had clearly taken precautions; as soon as Tang Ye got the ball, a defender rushed up.

Tang Ye remained calm, pulled the ball to his feet, and actively sought to combine with Wu Lei.

boom!
Wu Lei passed the ball to Tang Ye, and the Manchester United midfield began to accelerate at this moment.

Get the ball!

Snapped!
"Ohhh!!!!"

The ball was crossed into the penalty area, and at the far post, Elkeson controlled it with his chest.

The ball bounced gently on the grass.

Snapped!
Hassaif sat down on the spot, and Elkeson's shot went right between the goalkeeper's arm and thigh.

"The ball is in!"

"The ball is in!"

"Exon!"

"A perfect goal!"

"Wait, is there offside? We need to confirm this. Is there offside?"

The Asian Cup qualifiers have started using VAR (Variation Variation) for the final 12 teams. So, what are the results of VAR...?

The moment Tang Ye passed the ball, there were two UAE defenders in front of Elkeson.

"No offside!"

Goal stands! 1-0!

"In the 23rd minute of the first half, China took a 1-0 lead!"

"Beep beep beep beep!!!"

"Beep beep beep beep!!!"

The stadium was filled with the discontent of the home team's fans, but the Chinese players on the field didn't seem to care.

This is the first goal in the Asian Cup qualifiers for the final round of 12, so we have to celebrate it big!

Escriva jumped up and threw a powerful uppercut with his right hand.

"Vamos!"

"Vamos!"

"Vamos!!!"

Eskreva's face was flushed, and after throwing three uppercuts, he had unconsciously stepped into the fighting area.

"gentlemen!"

The fourth official came over and tried to stop Escriva, but it didn't work.

"Ferland!"

"Fuck! Ferran!"

Marty rushed over, and together with Li Tie, the two of them grabbed Eskeriva tightly and pulled him back, shouting, "Calm down, calm down!"

"This isn't the Champions League final! Oh shit!"

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PS: One more chapter to come.

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