Football: Starting from the Ronaldinho template

Chapter 117 Qin Ming is still a minor, let him go and come at me! The decline against Augsburg!

London was a bit chilly at the end of February.

After the Europa League match ended that evening, light rain began to fall from the night sky, causing pedestrians along the street to wrap themselves up in their coats.

But inside the Seven Sisters subway station, fans dressed in green and white jerseys were still immersed in the dramatic match.

Goals, red cards, comebacks, and last-minute winners—almost every kind of drama that fans could imagine happened.

What fascinates them most is that Wolfsburg, despite being outnumbered, still managed to win at White Hart Lane through unity and perseverance.

Do you think we have a chance to win the Europa League?

"Of course! Tottenham is a Premier League powerhouse. If we can beat them, we definitely have the ability to win the title!"

"Moreover, Qin, Kevin, and Bass are all improving. I think maybe in another three months, we will see a completely new team!"

"I wonder who they'll draw in the round of 16?"

"Hopefully it won't be a powerhouse team again; it would be better if it were a weaker one!"

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Wolfsburg fans entered the subway with anticipation, knowing they would return to their daily lives tomorrow.

In a hotel not far away.

"We're giving everyone a night off. We'll be back on time tomorrow morning; we're heading home."

Dieter Hecking pointed to the clock and said, "We have a match in three days, a Bundesliga game against Augsburg. They're on fire this season, currently 7th in the standings!"

"We have a German Cup match against RB Leipzig in six days. Don't underestimate them just because they're a second-division team. They're still very strong and are currently third in the second division."

"So you guys need to control yourselves and not go too far."

Dietrich knew that a balance of relaxation and rest was essential, and he couldn't keep the players constantly on edge.

Adequate rest and relaxation are essential.

Moreover, they finally managed to come out and even won the Europa League match with great difficulty, so they definitely deserve some reward.

"Yay!" Maranda jumped up on the spot.

He had long heard that London's nightlife was vibrant, especially those famous bars, where he was said to often run into Premier League stars like Gerrard and Rooney.

"Kevin, wanna go have some fun? I've prepared a travel guide!"

Maranda extended an invitation.

Before De Bruyne could speak, Qin Ming shrugged. "Sorry, Junior, we have an appointment."

They had arranged to have dinner with Bright and then visit Westfield Shopping Centre, also known as the duty-free shop.

"Is it that girl from last time? Could you ask them for me? Do you have any other pretty friends?"

Maranda was incredibly envious.

"You'll have to ask Kevin. I was just keeping him company."

Qin Ming chuckled.

"I'll ask for you."

De Bruyne nodded.

After Dieter Hecking reiterated the meeting time for tomorrow, the Wolfsburg team members dispersed. Some went to nightclubs, some went back to the hotel to sleep, and some chatted on the phone with their wives.

Yes, the last one is Perisic.

After changing into casual clothes, Qin Ming and De Bruyne took a taxi to Westfield. On the way, he glanced at the results of other Europa League Round of 32 matches.

It was discovered that strong teams such as Inter Milan, Roma, Torino, Napoli, Fiorentina, Ajax, and Sevilla have all advanced.

"Why are there so many Serie A teams?"

Qin Ming was somewhat curious.

"Their high UEFA coefficient is probably due to winning more Champions League titles in the past, like AC Milan in 07 and Inter Milan in 10."

De Bruyne replied.

"Then the points will probably drop in a few years."

Qin Ming actually quite likes Serie A, but it was around the turn of the millennium.

Since the Calciopoli scandal broke, Serie A stars have been leaving one after another, and the team has received less and less attention.

The club's revenue has decreased, and its overall strength has declined significantly.

This creates a vicious cycle.

"Qin, if you were to transfer next season, do you have a team you'd like to join?"

De Bruyne suddenly asked.

In recent days, many Premier League and La Liga clubs have contacted his agent.

The purpose is self-evident.

He couldn't help but think about the future.

"Where to go? I haven't really thought about it. Right now, I just want to finish this season well. Don't you think we face a lot of challenges?"

Qin Ming felt a weight lift from his shoulders as he thought of Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich and strong teams in the Europa League.

Defeating them and winning the championship will not be easy.

"It is very big."

De Bruyne nodded in agreement.

In a previous media interview, he stated that he did not come to the Bundesliga to watch Bayern Munich win the title.

He still believes that way.

But he also knew that the journey would be arduous, and Wolfsburg would have to fight on three fronts.

"Alright, don't think about it too much. Have you prepared the gift I asked you to prepare?"

Qin Ming transforms into a relationship guru.

Do you think Mitchell would like it?

De Bruyne looked a little nervous.

"Anyway, you can't go wrong with bags or perfumes, and if she likes you, it doesn't matter what you give her."

Qin Ming waved his hand.

Soon, they arrived at the reserved restaurant, where Brett and his companion were already seated.

Good evening! How was today's match? Did it satisfy you?

Qin Ming greeted him warmly.

"I'm so satisfied! You have no idea how amazing your first goal was. You controlled the ball with a rabona and then executed a V-shaped dribble to get past your marker. I was completely stunned!"

"Oh right, and that winning goal against Tottenham, I didn't expect Bass to not choose to shoot, but I bet you did, otherwise you wouldn't have made that forward run so quickly!"

Bright started chattering away.

Qin Ming felt a strong emotional connection to the girl's excited smile.

"Great! As my loyal fan, this match-worn jersey, which I even signed, is yours!"

Qin Ming took out his jersey from his bag.

This is the path he wore in the first half.

Didn't they change into a clean shirt during halftime? The one they swapped with Harry Kane was the one on the back.

Have you washed it?

Mitchell suddenly said sarcastically.

Do I look like the kind of person who doesn't care about cleanliness?

Qin Ming complained helplessly.

"I also prepared a gift for you! Ta-da!"

Bright pulled two boxes from under the table and showed them to you. “A Burberry trench coat and Dr. Martens boots. I thought they would suit you when I saw them, so I asked Mitchell to ask Kevin for your size.” “During our trip to England, I also bought you a lot of souvenirs. I’ll bring them to you later. There’s also a Manchester United jersey inside, signed by Mr. Ferguson.”

"You've gone to so much trouble!" Qin Ming said, but still accepted the gift box.

Anyway, the two of them have recently become quite familiar with each other.

Also, since he received so many gifts, he should just think about returning them next time.

"Kevin, you're the one who leaked the fact that I'm a Manchester United fan, right?"

Qin Ming glanced sideways at De Bruyne.

The two lived under the same roof every day, and only he knew that he liked Manchester United.

"How about trying this Brussels beef? I thought it tasted like my hometown."

De Bruyne cleverly changed the subject.

Then the group chatted about the game while enjoying London's delicious food.

Suddenly, Qin Ming felt someone pat his shoulder. He turned around and saw a familiar face.

The two had met not long ago.

"Hi!" Harry Kane brought his girlfriend to this restaurant and saw Qin Ming, so he thought he would come over and say hello, since the two were friends.

“You two are a perfect match! You took a picture with David, right? I happened to see that photo.”

Qin Ming praised.

People who know how to speak well are popular everywhere.

"I watched the game tonight too, and your performance was absolutely perfect."

Katie was smiling sweetly as she linked arms with Harry Kane.

"Thank you for the compliment."

Qin Ming was also happy to be praised.

As Harry Kane and his companion left, De Bruyne remarked, "I have a feeling that Qin, you'll have friends all over the top five leagues in the future."

"That's great, then I can always find someone to treat me when we play away games."

Qin Ming smiled.

After dinner, the group went to the duty-free shop for a while before returning to the hotel early.

late at night.

The second leg of the Champions League Round of 16 is at the end of March.

The Europa League has attracted a lot of attention these days, with the match between Wolfsburg and Tottenham being considered a classic by fans.

Major media outlets are also reporting on it extensively.

The Guardian: Arsène Wenger spotted at White Hart Lane for Arsenal's Europa League knockout match; given Arsenal's recent form, he may have his eye on a particular player! Arsenal may face significant upheaval after this season!

The Mirror reports that Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich stated on his social media that Qin Ming is like Ronaldinho in his prime, possessing an exquisite beauty on the pitch. Chelsea will also join the race for Qin Ming and Kevin De Bruyne in the summer transfer window!
The Sun: According to reliable sources, Wenger's €7000 million savings from 2013, after being deposited in the Bank of England for two years, has earned nearly €250 million in interest, which Wenger will use to acquire Qin Ming!

Dongqiudi: Wolfsburg, playing with ten men, managed a 2-2 draw against Tottenham Hotspur away from home, advancing to the Europa League Round of 16 with a 4-3 aggregate score. The resilience shown by the Wolfsburg players in this match has given people a glimpse of a team that is undergoing a transformation!

If Qin Ming had previously shone in the Bundesliga, English fans might have heard of him.

His perfect performance at White Hart Lane made his name spread widely overnight.

Every Englishman who watches football knows this.

After all, Tottenham, as one of the Premier League's Big Six, was still eliminated by Wolfsburg despite having a numerical advantage.

No matter how you look at it, it shouldn't be said.

Some Tottenham fans started to emulate Arsenal, creating the hashtag #PochettinoOut.

This almost made Pochettino vomit blood.

He only took over as manager of Tottenham last summer, and soon after, he was criticized by fans.

Really
Are all English teams that realistic?
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[The professor wouldn't really want to bring Qin Ming back to the Emirates Stadium, would he?]
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The key issue is that Arsenal is currently short of funds.
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That's true. In the Premier League, who can compete with Abramovich? Mourinho also has an appeal to players.
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[I see The Sun is not only spreading rumors about Wenger, but also about Qin Ming dating?]
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[It's not a rumor. I had dinner there last night and I definitely saw Qin Ming and Ding Ding on a date with two girls.]
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[She's quite pretty.]
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[Could it be a succubus? Qin Ming is still a minor! Let him go, come at me!]
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To be honest, young people need to be disciplined and avoid becoming decadent, like Ronaldinho in the past.
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[Exactly. I feel it's a shame that Ronaldinho didn't play for many years. I hope Qin Ming's professional career can be longer.]
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the next day.

Qin Ming met with Barnett, and the two had a pretty good talk.

Qin Ming was quite satisfied with the business development plan and the strategy for expanding his influence that the other party had devised for him.

Most importantly, Barnett has good relationships with Premier League and La Liga clubs.

Qin Ming knew he couldn't stay at Wolfsburg forever.

Among the top five European leagues, Serie A has declined, Ligue 1 has low viewership, and Bundesliga has too low revenue.

So the only leagues worth going to are the Premier League and La Liga.

Moreover, Barnett's commission was not high; compared to the industry average of 10%, Barnett proactively cut it to 7%.

Don't underestimate this small 3%. Qin Ming believes that with his own situation and the strong national resources behind him, it's not impossible for him to get the top salary in the league in the future.

A fixed salary of tens of millions of euros translates to hundreds of thousands of euros.

Not to mention bonuses, endorsements, and so on.

So the two agreed to sign the contract in mid-March. Since Qin Ming is still a minor, the contract also needs to be signed by his guardian.

Barnett needed to send his assistant to China first.

In March, Germany is full of spring, and the plane trees along the streets are already sprouting buds.

Augsburg, Bavaria.

Pulse Arena.

The 23rd round of the Bundesliga is currently underway!
Augsburg vs. Wolfsburg.

Qin Ming was on the bench for this match. The starting left winger was Persic, and the starting right winger was Caligiuri.

"Augsburg's defensive attitude at home is very determined; they are determined to get a point here!"

"Looking back at recent seasons, why has Augsburg, a team without big names, young talents, or a glorious history, been able to maintain its position in the Bundesliga for so many years, only managing to top the table during the off-season?"

"It is precisely because there is no pressure from these scandals and public opinion that Augsburg is able to unleash its true strength every season!"

"As we all know, mid-table teams in each league have a very clear understanding of their own goals, and Augsburg is no exception. They don't care about European competitions or relegation. Their attitude in every game is to lose as little as possible, aim for a draw, and strive for a win. They set up a solid defensive formation and try to steal as many points as possible. Taking advantage of the strong teams' injury-plagued squads is not something they dare not dream of!"

"Look, they managed to snag seventh place on the leaderboard after all that scrambling!"

He Wei observed that Wolfsburg's attack was finding it difficult to break through Augsburg's defense.

Qin Ming, sitting on the bench, saw it clearly as well.

Logically speaking, such a team isn't particularly scary, but anyone who tries to bully them should be prepared to get crushed.

really!

Taking advantage of the Wolfsburg players' poor form, Baba intercepted Caligiuri and launched a quick counterattack down the flank.

After a one-two with Ji Dong-won in the attacking third, he dribbled past Vieirinha and entered the penalty area.

Bang! The ball was passed back to the edge of the penalty area, where Ji Dong-won, who had run into space, volleyed it into the air.

Benaglio couldn't even reach the ball.

0-1!

Augsburg took the lead in the 69th minute!

The Pulse Arena erupted in cheers as Augsburg fans waved their hands in celebration of the crucial goal.

Wolfsburg is a team that can compete with Bayern Munich for the title.

But to suffer a defeat on their home turf is exciting just to think about.

South Korean striker Ji Dong-won was very excited. As South Korea's first striker born in the 90s, he was disappointed that he was unable to play in the Asian Cup.

If he can lead the team to defeat Wolfsburg, does that mean he is actually capable?

(End of this chapter)