The road to godhood starting from Ligue 1

Chapter 186 Never Separate
Even after many years,

Tavinot's proudest moment was still when he coached Gaio and won the Corsican Youth Derby.

He mentioned this matter many times when leading the team in training.

tonight,

Everyone in the second team was at the training base watching the broadcast.

They used to be able to watch the games live, but now Bastia's matches are so popular that the team can't reserve enough tickets for its own players.

The halftime whistle sounded.

Tavinot said proudly, "Luckily we have Gaião, otherwise we would definitely have been thrashed in this game. With Gaião drawing attention in the attacking third, Paris didn't dare to add too many attacking players. You all need to learn from this. If anyone can become the next Gaião, I'll be proud to talk about it."

He laughed as he spoke.

The second team players felt as if they had seen the clear blue sky above them.

Is this something I can learn on my own?
The legend of Gaião has always circulated in the reserve team. The only match Gaião ever played for the reserve team, the Corsican derby, is not only remembered by Tavinot, but also by the players who played at the time.

When talking to the new players in the reserve team, the conversation goes like this: "Last season, we did this and that with Gaio."

Mathieu often said, "Back then, Gaio would come out to practice wearing my training vest, and the entire reserve team's defense couldn't stop him."

only,
Whenever they talk about these things, their tone is filled with pride and joy, but deep down they also feel a sense of melancholy.

now.

Although the halftime whistle had already sounded.

But as they watched the massive crowd of fans on TV, their minds were already filled with the deafening shouts.

This is the voice of Bastia!
The dressing room in Paris.

“Maxwell, if you keep going up to assist in the attack, I think you’ll need to come down and rest for a while.”

Ancelotti explained the tactical arrangements for the second half to the players, focusing on the defensive situation on the left flank.

Because this is where Paris faces the most defensive pressure!

Gaio.

Every time Ancelotti hears this name, he gets a headache; Gaião's pressure on the defense is too strong.

Maxwell has a good ability to provide assists, but Ancelotti is hesitant to use him.

“And Marco,” Ancelotti turned to Verratti and said in Italian, “I need your help, but don’t risk a tackle. Trust me, it’s hard to get the ball off Gaio’s feet; that kid’s feet are glued together.”

Verratti nodded.

In fact, he had already sensed Gaio's dribbling and breakthrough ability from Bastia's few attacks in the first half.

It has to be said that Gaio is indeed something special to be called a genius by the media and fans.

"Alright, I believe you all feel that Bastia is not an easy opponent to defeat. Show your strength! I believe you are stronger than them! Don't worry about conceding goals; what we need is to score more goals than them!"

Ancelotti said, looking at Ibrahimovic, "Zlatan, you have to show them what you're capable of."

Ibrahimovic was furious after tasting Bastia's local specialties several times in the first half, and even once tasted one.

He nodded firmly. "Yes, I need to show them our offensive firepower!"

the other side.

Hagi Bejic's tactics were very simple: "Defend, then counter-attack!"

“Kevin, your position is crucial.” Hagi Begic then looked at Kanté and Rothen. “So you two must create space for Kevin and prevent him from getting double-teamed. Of course, if the opponent really tries to shut down Kevin, you two also need to take on the task of passing the ball upfield. Whether it’s Gaio or Sadio, whoever has more open space should get the ball.”

Haji Begichi explained everything in great detail, and even took out a tactical board to draw and sketch.

He knew that if they could get points from Paris in this match, the mentality of everyone in Bastia would change.

They need to have a winner's mentality and the courage to charge forward relentlessly!
"Fight, Bastia!"

When halftime ended, the players, as always, cheered each other on in the middle of the locker room.

Walk out of the locker room.

Chatham and Jerónimín at the entrance gave each player a high-five.

When Gaio came out, Jerónimín gave him a hug. "Captain, beat Paris! Let Ligue 1 hear Bastia's voice!"

Chatham chimed in, "Our match has the highest viewership in Ligue 1 right now. I think after tonight, even more people will know about Bastia."

Head to the players' tunnel.

When Silva saw Gaio again, this time, all the curiosity in his eyes was replaced by solemnity.

After witnessing Gaio's abilities, he could no longer associate him with the age of 18.

"Let's go in."

The referee checked the time and called the players onto the field.

They re-entered the stadium.

The players from both Paris and Bastia are feeling completely differently now than they did in the first half.

After a fierce battle in the first half, both sides had a good understanding of each other.

They were all quite wary.

In some ways, Bastia has succeeded – Paris Saint-Germain is a team worth ten times more than them.

The players stood in the center circle, waiting for the game to begin.

The cheers from the crowd subsided.

A series of lyrical songs echoed from the North Stand—

No matter how time passes,
Ultras Bastia will always be with you.
The entire city and the vast blue sea are proud of you.

Everything becomes one with you.
Regardless of the past or the future, whatever happens...
We will never be apart.

I love you, Gaio.

I will be with you until the very end.

When the song ended.

drop!
The referee blew his whistle again.

The second half begins.

clap clap clap!
The fans in the stadium erupted in applause.

Bastia kicks off.

Gaio composed himself, the feeling of being wholeheartedly supported and remembered by a city was truly intoxicating.

He took a deep breath, cleared his mind of distractions, and focused entirely on the game.

Bang!
Mane took the kick, and De Bruyne quickly passed the ball to Gaio.

Verratti and Matuidi quickly moved to close in on Gaio's position.

When Gaio sprints at top speed and activates his berserk mode, it's hard for anyone to catch up with him.

Before the two players could close in, Gaio had already taken the ball and charged forward.

However, Verratti and Matuidi effectively shut down the inside game, forcing Gaio to play on the perimeter.

Maxwell watched Gaio, defending and retreating simultaneously.

Waiting for teammates to cover.

Bastia's aggressive approach from the very beginning brought the atmosphere to a new peak.

"Geo!"

"Geo!!"

The fans chanted repeatedly, their eyes fixed on Gaio, eagerly anticipating his next move.

Paris's entire defense instantly went into a state of high alert.

(End of this chapter)