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Chapter 292 Maradona's Worries (Please Subscribe)
"Team doctor, team doctor..."

Saki shouted in a voice as high as if someone had kicked him in the balls.

He really didn't expect this to happen in the final moments of the game.

Damn it, there are only two minutes left. Can't we just hold on and not start a fight?
Sacchi was also surprised and thought he should let Lu Deyang play the whole game.

After all, he was a substitute, not a starter.

Who could have imagined something like this would happen?

If he could turn back time, he would definitely replace Lu Deyang with Savicevic immediately.

Milan's team doctor frantically grabbed the stretcher, almost tripping over it in the process. Sacchi wished he could rush up and check on the patient himself.

Damn it, these team doctors are all parasites.

When he gets back, he'll tell Galliani to set a KPI for the team's medical staff: players who are slow to enter the field after an injury will have their wages deducted.

The scene was already chaotic, and the Milan players had no intention of fighting with the Atletico Madrid players.

Lu Deyang's injury is a serious matter.

Totti was so anxious he was about to cry.

Simeone tried to retaliate but was stopped by his teammates.

They've stopped fighting, and you're still launching a sneak attack from behind?

Simone was also in a terrible state, with a mouthful of phlegm on his face.

I'm so angry and can't get revenge, I haven't been able to eat properly lately.

A strange balance was also formed between the two sets of fans in the stands.

The match was full of twists and turns in the final moments, leaving both sets of fans feeling uncertain.

Especially the Rossoneri, in their minds, even if they sold the entire Atlético Madrid team, they couldn't afford to compensate for Lu Deyang's leg.

Milan's medical team hurriedly carried Lu Deyang away.

The referee looked constipated.

Damn, it's just into stoppage time.

Should we blow the whistle or not?

Blowing the ball could have prevented further conflict, but in just over two minutes, even a stubborn person could have announced at the press conference that a goal could be scored every 40 seconds, and a comeback could have been achieved in just over two minutes. You ruined the comeback.

Even if you don't boast, you still have to bear the risks.

After thinking for a moment, the referee decided to let both sides continue the game.

Whoever causes trouble gets the card.

During the live broadcast, Krudelli said, "Dejan is injured, and the referee forgot to give cards to both players, but I guess he's not quite sober himself right now."

"Nothing unexpected should happen in the final moments of the match. Both teams will try to be careful, since both players escaped punishment, except for Simeone, who was actually punished."

At this point, the middle-aged commentator couldn't help but laugh out loud.

Simeone was vomited on by Totti and was uncomfortable for quite a while.

Neither side managed to score, and the final score remained 3-1.

As soon as the whistle blew, Sacchi hurriedly returned to the locker room.

As soon as he entered the locker room, he saw Lu Deyang sitting there, and Lu Deyang pointed to the door.

Saki immediately turned around and closed the door.

"Deyang, are you alright?"

"Saki asked."

Lu Deyang said with a smile, "It used to hurt a lot, but it's all better now."

"Yes, that's it, that's right!"

Saki immediately nodded knowingly and said, "Then you will be recuperating for a while, and the person who caused your injury today must be punished."

"Of course."

Lu Deyang nodded and said.

They wanted to make Simeone take the blame, which is why he fell from grace again.

If Simone doesn't take the blame, then the little prince who vomited on his face will be severely punished.

Is there even a question of choosing between Simeone and Totti as the biggest loser of the day?
As soon as Sacchi opened the door, his teammates couldn't wait to go into the locker room.

"How is Deyang?"

"How long will the truce last?"

"Is he out for the season?"

The Milan players asked all at once.

"You'll be fine after a period of rest."

Lu Deyang advised.

For the sake of realism, he still had the team doctor fix it briefly.

We'll take Milan to a private hospital for a checkup later.

Do the whole show.

Apart from Sacchi, no one else really knew the situation.

Baresi looked at Maldini and said, "Go to the press conference."

Maldini nodded.

He understood Baresi's feelings all too well.

Just when he thought he could retire with a bang, the team's star player got injured.

Milan is strong, but without Lu Deyang, they absolutely could not have maintained a perfect record.

Given the current situation, even if Lu Deyang is out for the season, Milan's Serie A title win should be a foregone conclusion.

As for the Italian Cup and the Champions League, that depends on luck and skill; it would be difficult to win both.

Such achievements are rare.

But instead of winning all the championships, they only managed to win one.

The difference is still quite significant.

Even the resolute Baresi couldn't help but feel a little tearful.

Can't he have even one good thing in his life?

……

Sacchi looked at Maldini, who was filled with anger, and said nothing.

This kind of mood is good; it puts pressure on the opponent.

The two of them went to the press conference together.

Radomir Antić was already seated there.

As soon as the two sat down, the reporters began bombarding them with questions.

"Mr. Saki, is Dejan's injury serious?"

Will Dejan be out for the rest of the season?

Will Dejan's injury affect your performance?

"Totti's performance today was mediocre. He lost his temper at the end and spat in his opponent's face. Is he an immature player?"

"Paul, do you think Dejan's injury has a big impact?"

"Atletico Madrid were committing fouls all day; could that be the reason for Dejan's injury?"

Radomir Antić had a cold expression on his face.

He wanted to argue, but the current climate was very unfavorable for his team.

This wouldn't have happened if he were at Real Madrid.

Atletico Madrid doesn't have much control over the media.

Maldini couldn't hold back and grabbed the microphone, saying, "I find it hard to understand the opponent's style of play. They are simply disrupting the game. You know, Dejan rarely gets injured. Even when he rushed into a fire to save people, he wasn't injured. But now he's injured."

Many reporters nodded in agreement.

Lu Deyang has had fewer than ten recorded injuries.

Only one of those injuries was a slightly more serious one on the field, which sidelined me for about a month.

Then there was the bombing incident.

The rest were minor issues like colds or stomach upsets.

Even among players who are not easily injured, Lu Deyang is among the least injury-prone.

But he got injured during today's match.

This shows how brutal Atlético Madrid's style of play is.

How long will Dejan rest?

"If Milan reaches the final, will Dejan be able to recover?"

The reporters were extremely excited.

Lu Deyang has a very good reputation.

Even before the book was printed, everyone knew how exaggeratedly a headline like "Atletico Madrid player deliberately fouls Lu Deyang, causing him to get injured" would boost sales.

"I don't know."

Maldini shook his head and said, "We need to go back to Milan for further examination before we can understand the specific situation. The team doctor is not very confident either; the situation seems complicated."

"So do you think Milan can maintain its current performance without Dejan, Paulo?"

The reporter pressed for an answer.

Sacchi always said he doesn't rely too much on any player, and now he finally doesn't need Lu Deyang anymore.

Maldini said somewhat irritably, "I'm a player, not a wizard. If you want to know about the future, go find the Gypsies, okay?"

boom--

The reporters were surprised that Maldini would say such a thing.

Such remarks are clearly discriminatory against Gypsies, even though most of them really do make a living by petty theft.

Even if Gypsies don't have the same influence as Jews, it would still cause some trouble for a captain of a prestigious club to say such things.

But it was just a minor inconvenience.

What surprised the reporters even more was that the usually mild-mannered Maldini would have such an attitude, suggesting that Lu Deyang was probably seriously injured.

Sacchi pulled the microphone over to help Maldini out, saying, "Dejan is an important member of the team. Whether it's me, Paul, or other players, we are all very worried about Dejan's situation. As you know, Dejan is not a player with much experience in injuries, and he himself is unsure about his current condition."

"Then who do you think should be held responsible for Dejan's injury?"

the reporter asked.

Sacchi did not answer immediately.

This is a very profound question.

No matter how he answers, Simone can't escape it.

The main question is whether Sacchi will criticize UEFA.

Talking about the opponent, we should just keep pressing them. Atletico Madrid won't be able to escape the eye of the storm for some time to come.

However, when it comes to refereeing standards, UEFA is dragged into the mess as well.

Saki made his decision in a short time.

He frowned and said, "I know that Atletico Madrid players committed serious fouls, but the biggest accomplice is the referee who condones them. Many players will constantly test the referee's limits during the game. Today, it is clear that the Atletico Madrid players found that the referee's standards were too lenient and that their fouls went unpunished, which led to the game escalating to this point. The Champions League represents the highest level of competition in Europe, and the referees should also be at the highest level. I hope that UEFA can put more effort into protecting outstanding players."

Put some pressure on UEFA.

Let them reduce the punishment for Milan.

This was Sacchi's choice.

Johansson and Ludwig were good friends, and Johansson expressed his admiration for Ludwig on more than one occasion in public.

I believe Johansson will give Milan a satisfactory answer.

Sacchi's scathing attack on UEFA today was just a reminder to Johansson; he won't be discussing UEFA again.

Antić was rather surprised.

Unexpectedly, Saki spoke up for them.

A reporter asked, "Mr. Antić, do you think the referee's leniency is the main reason why you committed so many fouls?"

Antich had a bit of a headache.

Why are these reporters so difficult to deal with?

First determine if there are too many fouls, then inquire about the reasons behind them.

This question is not easy to answer at all.

Antić said, "I think it's more about passion. AC Milan is the best team in the world, the only team that's currently undefeated. Facing a team like that, the players are more excited and find it hard to control their emotions. I also have a problem; I didn't remind the players to control their emotions, which led to this situation in the game."

The reporters all laughed.

Both managers are working with UEFA.

The coach didn't remind us, but the referee is the one officiating on the field. Being a coach is definitely not easy.

Sacchi and Maldini left in a hurry.

Antić was not in the mood to deal with reporters.

To be fair, 3:1 is a fairly acceptable score.

Throughout Lu Deyang's career, such scores are considered relatively small.

Especially against opponents in European competitions, who often score at least 5 goals.

Being two goals behind isn't really a big problem. If he's a little thick-skinned, you could even say the team still has a chance to turn things around away from home, even though Milan already has three away goals.

……

The entire Milan team hurriedly flew back to Milan.

Lu Deyang was immediately taken to the hospital.

AC Milan had arranged for security personnel in advance to ensure that reporters were not allowed into the hospital.

After a full-body examination, the doctor promptly shut his mouth.

"I think Dejan needs to rest for a while to recover."

The doctor said.

Saki smiled and nodded, saying, "I think so too. It's wonderful that I can recover within the expected timeframe."

The doctor smiled knowingly.

As a Milan fan, he also received priority access to a season ticket from the club, which he should keep secret for the sake of the team.

Doctors are a high-paying profession, so the season pass isn't the main issue; the real problem is the right to purchase it.

Many times, even if you have the money, it's impossible for the whole family to buy season tickets together. Occasionally, when you want to watch a game together, you need to buy scalped tickets for your family members at the venue.

Now their family can buy four season passes.

This is a rare occurrence for a big club like AC Milan.

People of high status can't attend every game, and those who want to attend usually can't afford season tickets for their whole family.

This situation became even more common in the later Premier League.

The football market in Italy isn't as booming, so it's still easy for the whole family to watch smaller teams play.

After the medical staff left, Saki said, "Dejan, why don't you rest in the hospital for a few days and come back in mid-March?"

"It should be early in the month, at the latest after the Roma match, he should be back with the team."

Lu Deyang said.

Missing two games would be enough.

Roma's next opponent is Napoli.

Lu Deyang didn't want to miss the final battle against Maradona.

That guy is about to retire.

Many legendary players will retire at the end of this season.

If they were to miss this match, both Maradona and Lu Deyang would feel regret.

"Alright, then take a week off and return to training."

Saki said.

Lu Deyang nodded.

After Sacchi left, his teammates rushed into the ward.

They had been waiting at the door for ages.

"Dejan, you won't be out for too long, will you?"

Buffon asked with some concern.

"Don't worry, they'll probably be back soon. Just don't lose any games before then."

Lu Deyang said with a smile.

Maldini patted his chest and said, "Don't worry, we'll remain undefeated until you get back!"

"That's best."

Lu Deyang nodded and said.

Baresi wanted to speak, but he kept his mouth shut.

Maintaining a perfect record is not just a matter of words.

They did not hear the conversation between Saki and Ludeyan.

But even if Lu Deyang is out for 20 days, that means Roma, Atletico Madrid, Napoli, and Fiorentina.

None of these four opponents are simple.

I forgot to include the Italian Cup, yes, and the two-legged Italian Cup semi-final against Bologna.

Six matches in more than 20 days—it would have been difficult enough to remain undefeated, let alone win them all.

While feeling the pressure, Baresi also experienced a long-lost passion.

Whether he wants to bring his professional career to a perfect close or to prove that Milan can't do without Lu Deyang, it motivates him greatly.

Just like when I first joined the first team.

Baresi decided to increase his training during this period and reduce some family time.

In the final stages of the season, at least until Lu Deyang returns, the team must maintain its perfect record.

After most of the players left.

Redondo, Buffon, and Totti stayed.

"Where's Diane?"

"Redondo asked."

"She went back to get my tools, so I can focus on drawing the original manuscript these next few days."

Lu Deyang said.

Since there were no editors available, the process changed to the local office coming to collect the manuscripts.

Lu Deyang has been dragging this out for a long time.

Of course, I'll draw some when I have time.

"Dejan, don't worry, I'll teach that guy a lesson in the next match."

Totti said fiercely.

"Idiot, you probably won't be able to play in the next round."

Buffon rolled his eyes and said.

Even if the punishment isn't severe, Totti's actions should still warrant a red card and suspension.

Totti's face immediately darkened.

He then remembered this.

He usually likes to vent in this way, but he always vomits on the ground.

In a moment of impulsiveness, I vomited on Simone's face.

This made Totti feel a bit cheated; it would have been more like a suspension if he had spat it into the opponent's mouth.

When the princess returned, she brought Monica with her, and the two of them carried a lot of things.

Seeing this, Redondo and his two companions left.

"Today's newspaper, your art supplies, and your lunch."

The princess said with a smile.

She was initially very worried.

Monica immediately saw the problem.

Lu Deyang did not hide anything.

Lu Deyang took the newspaper.

As expected, all the news is about the competition.

The Gazzetta dello Sport published the moment Simeone tackled Matthäus, writing: "There are two teams in Madrid, representing different classes, but sharing the same style. The team that calls itself REAL uses the player who maliciously fouls Matthäus by stomping on his face as their symbol of spirit, while this Racing team truly treats victory as everything, even constantly threatening the safety of their opponents in order to win. This is the biggest scandal since the Champions League was reformed; matches between the best clubs in Europe should not become a boxing ring."

AS wrote: "The players and their club president at Atlético Madrid are insane. If you want a clean football environment, the best course of action is to ban the club from all competitions."

Lu Deyang was somewhat surprised to see this newspaper.

Monica shrugged and said, "It was sent by the club. It must have been received from the passengers who flew to Milan this morning."

"It's really nice to be able to read Spanish newspapers."

Lu Deyang said.

But thinking about it carefully, Italy and Spain aren't that far apart, about the same distance as from Northeast China to Beijing. If you drive there, it only takes about a day.

Mundo Deportivo is even more interesting.

In his column, Cruyff wrote: "The biggest difference between Catalonia and Madrid is that Madrid is full of savagery. Sanz looks very good, but in reality he is just a more gentlemanly Jesus Hill, while Real Madrid is just another Atletico Madrid wrapped in fancy paper and placed in a high-end shopping mall. There is no essential difference between the two teams, whether in terms of management or team."

Lu Deyang pursed his lips.

Ke Sheng really dares to say that.

Just the fact that they're involved in organized crime means the two chairmen of the Madrid duo can't escape punishment.

So what Ke Sheng said was actually correct.

Essentially, Jesus Hill is more arrogant, while Sanz prefers to stay behind the scenes.

As for playing style, the Juanito Spirit team wasn't much better.

At least Matthäus wouldn't think they were anything special.

Upon seeing the familiar British newspaper, Lu Deyang became interested.

At least in terms of entertainment, British newspapers are among the best in Europe.

Galliani is really good.

The Times interviewed the professor, who is currently in relatively good condition, but the team has a number of injuries. The professor told the reporter: "I watched the live broadcast of the game, and that was not football at all. Atletico Madrid's players were thinking about disrupting the opponent's attack the whole game. In contrast, my team was more focused on playing efficient and entertaining football with quick and simple passing combinations. In my opinion, technically gifted teams and players should receive more protection."

The professor was still the same as always, only saying what was in his favor.

Arsenal's style of play is indeed highly efficient, and their teamwork is simple and fast.

However, in order to avoid being hit, Arsenal sacrificed their defense and disrupted the opponent's attacks quite a few times.

Later on, teams with a single defensive midfielder would commit a lot of fouls in the attacking third, with Guardiola's Manchester City being a prime example.

Other teams use two defensive midfielders, while you only have one, which will inevitably reduce your defensive strength, so you need to find other solutions.

Finally, The Sun stopped reporting on Ronaldo and instead posted a picture of him.

After the match between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur, Ronaldo surprisingly returned to the away game and went out partying in a London nightclub, where he was caught by reporters.

He probably thought no one would expect this, and everyone assumed he would go back to Manchester and play in Manchester City.

Da Luo underestimated the reporters from Fleet Street.

The Sun even accurately revealed that he had booked a taxi in advance and generously gave a £100 tip, and that he took the taxi back to London after getting off the Manchester United bus.

This plan alone seems a bit outrageous.

It's really addictive.

I just got back to Manchester, and then drove over 300 kilometers to go to a bar.

It gives the impression that a child deliberately goes to an internet cafe/game arcade far from home to avoid their parents.

Ferguson must be having a real headache right now.

Brazilians are truly strong.

Shearer, that English superstar, might not be much worse than Ronaldo in terms of goals scored, but apart from headers, he's simply no match for him.

Apart from Shearer, other Premier League strikers can't even see Ronaldo's taillights.

What they can do, Ronaldo can do even better.

What they can't do, Ronaldo can do too.

Lu Deyang has always been looking forward to seeing Ronaldo and the Page 3 girl together.

Given his personality, it's only a matter of time.

He was curious about which of the Page 3 actresses Ronaldo liked.

Ronaldo's girlfriends are quite pretty, which shows that his taste is fine.

Whether it's Susanna, Miley, or even Gisele Bündchen, whom she had a brief relationship with, they were all beautiful girls.

After looking closely, I didn't see any announcement from UEFA.

They must be having a headache figuring out how to handle the situation with both teams' players.

Lu Deyang continued looking at the three versions of the actresses, analyzing which one looked most like a married couple with Ronaldo.

Just then, his phone rang.

As soon as Lu Deyang answered the phone, Maradona asked urgently, "Hey, I'm at the hospital entrance, but there are a lot of reporters. Help me figure out a way to sneak in..."

(End of this chapter)