Football: Starting from the Ronaldinho template

Chapter 260: Barcelona won the match, but lost their ticket to the semi-finals! Pique is trying to poach players!

The magnificent Camp Nou stadium took on a touch of sadness under the night sky.

Just like the blue marble beneath the stands, the cracks seem to have spread into people's hearts.

Barcelona fans watched as time dwindled.

They need to score at least two goals to turn the aggregate score from 2-3 to 4-3, thus overturning Arsenal's deficit and advancing to the semi-finals.

However, the players' performance on the field made it impossible for them to see any hope of scoring two goals in a row.

"Barcelona's current adjustment is to replace Rakitic and Alves with Turan and Roberto, using a three-defender formation."

"There is no doubt that this is a desperate tactic, but Barcelona has no way out."

"Is Neymar still playing solo? He is indeed quite good, but when facing a team, he still can't break down Arsenal's defense."

on the field.

Neymar sat near the sideline, his dyed and permed hair soaked with sweat, sticking to his forehead and adding to his disheveled appearance.

He glanced at Qin Ming, who was equally exhausted, and couldn't accept this outcome from the bottom of his heart.

Since winning the Champions League last season, he has wanted to showcase himself more, rather than being seen as an appendage of Messi.

As a result, at such a crucial moment, if Messi's form falters, the entire team suffers.

He wasn't blaming Messi.

They believe they have the ability, but they can't fully utilize it.

Whose problem is this?

Enrique.

Barcelona haven't played a good game since the end of last month.

Despite having a significant advantage in the league, derby, and Champions League, Enrique did not make any rotations when the team had a significant lead in the league; instead, he used the same lineup to the extreme.

In particular, most of Barcelona's players will be participating in the World Cup qualifiers.

Furthermore, Enrique, who made bold rotations last season, has changed after achieving success, becoming hesitant and afraid to take action.

This is the real symptom of Barcelona's problems.

Compared to Dortmund, they dared to field a bench lineup in the derby, going all-in on the Europa League knockout stage.

They were too greedy.

"Barcelona played well in the first half, but the pace slowed down in the second half, which involved three aspects: speed, mentality, and tactics."

"Several of their key players are getting old, and if they don't inject fresh blood in time, they may decline for a long time."

Wenger spoke to Pat Rice.

This is how he views Barcelona from a manager's perspective.

"We'll be overhauling our roster next season too."

Pat Rice kept looking at Qin Ming as he spoke. Since they had decided to make him the core player, they naturally needed to strengthen the defense in the midfield and backfield.

There are benefits to be gained now.

The two owners no longer openly clashed, indicating their willingness to increase investment in the club should it achieve certain results.

"Let's talk about these things later, during the summer break."

With his hands behind his back, Wenger asked, "Pat, if we face Atletico Madrid, will we lose?"

"It's not the right thing to say, but their tactics are a perfect counter to ours."

Pat Rice and the coaching staff have studied Atletico Madrid.

The Rojiblancos' suffocating pressing, strong physical reserves, and tactical execution will trap teams that rely on possession-based football in a quagmire.

It is difficult to organize an effective attack.

Unless the midfield is strong enough to go toe-to-toe with them.

Arsenal does not currently have that condition.

In stoppage time, Neymar was tripped just outside the penalty area, and Arteta received a yellow card.

Messi is once again standing in front of the free kick.

"Two years ago in the World Cup final, it was also in stoppage time, and it was also a free kick!"

"I'm still praying Messi scores!"

The Spanish commentator was no longer as arrogant as before; his bitter expression was captured by the camera and broadcast to many Barcelona fans.

Those reds and blues are the same kind of bitterness.

Before the match, they were 100% confident that they could turn the tide against Arsenal.

The first half result also brought the scales of victory ever closer to them.

Who knew that Qin Ming's goal in the second half would be a game of heaven and hell?

That's the power of away goals.

Messi took the free kick, but perhaps due to fatigue, the curve wasn't perfect.

In the footage, Cech, wearing a tank helmet, makes a save with ease.

The ball was parried to the left side of the penalty area, Mertesacker headed it forward, and Arteta launched a long ball.

The football fell amidst the clamor of 90,000 people.

Beep-beep-beep!
The final whistle echoed through Camp Nou.

欧冠1/4决赛次回合结束了，巴塞罗那2-1阿森纳，总比分2-3被淘汰。

"Barcelona won this match, but lost their ticket to the semi-finals!"

"This once again tells us that conquering the world is easy, but maintaining it is difficult!"

"Congratulations to Arsenal! After breaking the Champions League Round of 16 curse, they have advanced to the Champions League semi-finals for the first time in many years!"

"I see a lot of controversy in this match?"

"But there's a saying that makes a lot of sense: only the victors have the right to laugh about controversy. With Arsenal's squad, the fact that they were able to drag the invincible Barcelona into controversy is a victory in itself!"

"And they were able to win the battle; it was an absolute and great victory!"

Looking at Qin Ming, who was the center of attention in the center of the field, Zhan Jun said his last words, "It all depends on that £90 million transfer at the beginning of the season!"

On the field, Qin Ming breathed in the air of the Iberian Peninsula, which seemed sweeter than that of London.

"Look, they won the game, but they're even more disappointed than we are."

Qin Ming made a joke.

"The two-legged Champions League is simply the greatest invention ever!" Giroud exclaimed in a raucous cheer.

He could only release the pressure from public opinion on the field recently. Although he didn't score today, every drop of sweat he shed while running and competing brought him immense joy.

"Those two goals at home were crucial."

Arteta couldn't hide his excitement; he never imagined he could beat Barcelona, ​​really.

I thought my Champions League journey was about to end in defeat against Barcelona once again.

But then a fantastic ending occurred.

He hugged Qin Ming tightly, "Thank you."

"Captain, you haven't retired yet, so let's thank you after the season ends."

Qin Ming patted Tazi on the back.

What would be the best gift for a veteran who is about to leave?
That's right.

champion.

Professor and Pat Rice were embracing, and the bench erupted in cheers.

Regardless of the outcome, at least for this moment, they are enjoying their victory.

Enrique next door looked dejected, his lips were bitten until they turned white.

He sensed the emptiness of all things.

He fought tooth and nail against Arsenal and ultimately won the game, but failed to achieve his goal. The Champions League title defense curse continues.

Next, he will face the league and the Copa del Rey. Can the Barcelona players regain their fighting spirit?

He seems to be able to foresee what will happen when the season ends.

Even more unacceptable to him were the Barcelona players, who, proud as they were, believed they were the strongest and could break the long-standing curse of failing to defend their Champions League titles.

Who knew that he would be defeated by his former adversaries?

This sense of loss is like falling off a cliff, leaving one feeling incredibly suffocated.

"Congratulations." Iniest walked up to Qin Ming and forced a smile.

The Arsenal players standing nearby looked on high alert.

the reason is simple.

During the celebrations of winning the World Cup in 2010, Spanish players Puyol, Pique, and others forced Cesc Fabregas to wear a Barcelona jersey.

Fabregas reluctantly put it on, even though he was still an Arsenal player at the time.

What happened next is common knowledge.

Barcelona's initial offer was 20 million euros.

This made the gunmen shout "MxxFxxer!"

Because this offer is ridiculously low.

Then Barcelona kept spreading rumors about the return of the La Masia children, while the club was doing everything it could to prevent it.

As a result, Fabregas' transfer fee was a maximum of 4000 million euros.

Of the €6 million, €6 million was a variable transfer fee. Barcelona's €34 million was divided into two parts: €29 million was paid by the club, and the remaining €5 million was deducted from Fabregas's salary.

The 2900 million will be paid in installments over five years.

I haven't finished paying for this year yet.

Seeing the wary looks from the Arsenal players, Iniesta gave an awkward smile. "Your technique is quite good. Shall we exchange jerseys?"

"of course."

Qin Ming, as the victor, was naturally very generous.

Iniesta left helplessly, whispering to Pique.

"I'll have Hector try to persuade him when I have the chance."

Pique is very skilled at undermining others.

"Since he is suitable for Arsenal's system, he will be suitable for our tactics and can perform even better."

Iniesta is really interested.

the other side.

“You’d better be careful of the people in Barcelona,” Flamini said.

He witnessed many teammates being poached, gradually losing themselves at Barcelona, ​​and ruining their careers.

"I have absolutely no interest in Barcelona."

Qin Ming shrugged.

He still has so much to do at Arsenal, including the league, the Champions League, and many other honors. How could he possibly leave halfway through?

If that day ever comes.

He will also leave as the most successful player in Arsenal's history.

"That's good." Flamini smiled.

Qin Ming and his teammates walked into the players' tunnel, while Wenger went to participate in the post-match interview.

"I don't know if we will win the Champions League or the league title this season."

"The key is that we must gain something."

"Of course, winning both titles would be the perfect outcome."

"An exciting match?"

"Yes, it's important for Arsenal, but even if you play brilliantly, you might end up with nothing."

"Therefore, winning the championship is also essential."

Wenger was in good spirits after beating Barcelona and spoke about his future prospects, something he hadn't done in a long time.

"You previously coached Nagoya Grampus in Japan. What advice do you have for Asian football?"

A reporter from Sina Sports asked the question.

Wenger pondered for a moment, "When you're not particularly successful, you always think about improving by learning from other countries. But for me, Asian players have many characteristics, or rather, many advantages, and are no less than Arsenal players."

"Asian players are very agile and flexible, with excellent technical skills. Therefore, I believe that Asian football should make the most of its strengths and avoid its weaknesses. Only in this way can it reach greater heights."

Wenger felt that Qin Ming was very agile, but his unique skills could only be attributed to talent.

This is something no other player can replicate.

Therefore, he did not talk about Qin Ming, but about ordinary Asian players.

Enrique in the next meeting room did not imitate Ten Hag.

"Indeed, our previous schedule was very tight and the players were very tired, but we don't want to make any excuses for the loss."

"That's the result. We need to focus on the next match."

"Arsenal have made it to the semi-finals in their own way, and we must congratulate them. Of course, this loss is also upsetting for us, but that's football, and losing is part of it."

Enrique got up and went back to comfort the players.

Because the Champions League match was very late, Qin Ming and his teammates stayed overnight.

Has anyone secretly gone out to play?
Qin Ming had no idea; he glanced at the system before going to sleep.

【talent】

Davor Šuker's Golden Left Foot (95%)

Henry's speed (79%)

Quaresma's outside of the foot (82%)

The progress is quite satisfactory, and the points have increased from 59 to 71 with the recent matches.

That's not enough to buy top-tier talent.

Let's save up a little longer.

Oh right, he also needs to spend 8 points to treat any potential injuries.

Now there are only 63 left.

late at night.

The Champions League quarter-finals have concluded.

Dongqiudi: Arsenal, Manchester City, Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid have advanced to the Champions League semi-finals. Two Premier League teams and two La Liga teams are among them, which proves that the two leagues are currently the most prestigious!

Kicker: Arsenal's victory over Barcelona was a result of their overall tactics, but it also owes much to Qin Ming's two crucial goals. He is learning how to dominate the game, which is what people want to see!

Diario Sport: Arsenal's number 10 scored a very significant goal. Last season, Rivaldo said in an interview that the best environment for a player like Qin Ming to grow is Barcelona, ​​where there are more excellent people who can guide him onto the right path!

As Barcelona's mouthpiece, Diario Sport did not feature Messi on its cover today, but instead chose a photo of Qin Ming and Iniesta exchanging jerseys.

at the same time.

Marca has revealed that Messi's contract expires next year, and many big clubs will be eager to sign him next summer.

If Barcelona wants to renew Messi's contract...

If bonuses and image rights income are included, at least 70 million euros should be prepared annually.

This means that Barcelona's wage expenditure will account for 84% of its total fiscal revenue, far exceeding the 70% threshold set by financial institutions.
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Arsenal have finally beaten Barcelona and advanced to the next round in their lifetime!
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The professor has finally fulfilled a wish.
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Given UEFA's track record, I doubt they'll let teams from the same league face each other.
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[It's hard to say; last season's semi-final saw Atletico Madrid face Real Madrid.]
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[I feel Arsenal has a pretty good chance against Manchester City.]
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Indeed, Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid both play a very physical style of play, which counters Arsenal's approach.
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Is Messi really going to leave Barcelona?
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[Absolutely impossible! His commercial value is so high, it can definitely cover his salary!]
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[Fun fact: UEFA's Financial Fair Play regulations stipulate that many commercial revenues cannot be directly used for team building and operations. Transfer funds and weekly wage budgets cannot be simply resolved with money; teams need to maintain a balance through good performances, increased match bonuses, television broadcasting rights revenue, ticket and merchandise sales, and player transfers. Furthermore, much of Messi's commercial value is not reflected in these areas.]
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The same goes for Qin Ming.
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[Last season's expenses and broadcasting fees have almost covered the costs. If we can win another major tournament, the transfer fees for next season will be secured.]
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(End of this chapter)