After Paris Saint-Germain was removed from the list, I led England to victory!

(This primary school is real; it's located in Guangxi and was built by Arsenal fans.)

With the national team's competition schedule temporarily over, Yan Yuan finally had a few days of complete rest.

In the London villa, the familiar cityscape unfolds outside the window, while a rare tranquility permeates the interior.

Xiao Yan had just finished his morning recovery training.

I was nestled on the sofa, watching a game video, with a glass of homemade fruit and vegetable juice beside me.

Just then, his phone rang, and the screen displayed "Dad".

Yan Yuan's lips curled slightly as he answered the phone.

"Dad, why are you calling at this hour? Aren't you at work today?"

On the other end of the phone came Mr. Yan's strong, joyful voice.

"What are you saying? I'm just working for you, aren't I? I'm calling you today because I have something important to say, good news."

"Dad, tell me, I'm listening." Yan Yuan sat up straight.

"The elementary school you wanted is built! It's completely finished!" Yan's father's voice rose a few decibels.

"In Guangxi, the Wenger Charity Primary School is fully completed! It has passed inspection! The latest desks and chairs, multimedia teaching equipment, sports equipment, and even the artificial turf on the playground are all in perfect condition!"

The local education bureau is taking this very seriously and has already held a meeting to discuss it. Schools will officially open for enrollment next semester, and soon the children will finally be able to attend classes in their new classrooms!

As Yan Yuan listened to the description on the other end of the phone, he could almost picture the brand-new school building nestled among green hills and clear waters, the bright classrooms, the spacious playground, and the children running and laughing.

This feels even better than winning a big game on a football field.

Yan Yuan stood up abruptly and said excitedly.

"Great, great, Dad, this is a brilliant idea. Thank you for your hard work these past few days, and thank you to my second uncle for running around for us and taking care of so many things."

"Hey, what's so hard about it? This is a good deed that brings good karma. Your second uncle said he even finds it energizing to do this work!" Father Yan's words were filled with simple, genuine joy.

"Seeing the photos and videos of the school warmed my heart."

Besides, we handled this matter very openly and honestly, which is a positive thing!

Yan's father's words were true; on the one hand, he was genuinely happy to be able to do this good deed.

On the other hand, he is the boss of his son's management team.

He was well aware that this incident would greatly enhance Yan Yuan's positive image and influence in China, and would make him even more popular among Chinese fans.

After hanging up the phone, Yan Yuan was unable to calm down for a long time.

He walked to the window, looked at the London sky, and his thoughts drifted back to last Christmas, to that accidental yet destined starting point.

……

Let's go back to the end of December last year, when the Premier League's grueling Christmas schedule had just begun to ease.

Yan Yuan rarely had half a day of free time, so he stayed at home on the sofa and habitually opened the Tieba forum to browse the discussions among Arsenal fans.

He also frequently browses domestic forums, such as Hupu and Tieba, but he surfs the internet anonymously.

Baidu Tieba was his unique window into understanding the voices of Chinese fans, filled with all sorts of interesting memes, heated debates, and genuine passion.

At that time, Yan Yuan saw a post on Tieba titled "

Are there any guys from Guangxi here? How about we crowdfund to build a Wenger Charity Primary School?

His post caught his attention.

The poster's ID was "The Gunman Lives Forever." The post was very emotionally charged:

"Professor Wenger is probably going to retire completely after this season. Besides reminiscing, can we do something practical? My hometown is Hechi, Guangxi. There's a village primary school there with very difficult conditions."

I was thinking, could our forum members crowdfund some money to help them build a new primary school, named after Wenger, as a way to commemorate the professor and also to do a good deed for the children?

The professor emphasized education and the cultivation of young people throughout his life, so building a primary school would be very meaningful.

I'll personally donate 200 million. Everyone can donate as they see fit. If no one donates, just leave a comment to make this a heartwarming post.

The proposal immediately sparked a warm response. The building was constructed very quickly.

"A rich guy, and a kind-hearted one at that."

"Support, great idea, the professor deserves this kind of commemoration."

"Count me in! I can't do much, but donating a few hundred yuan is no problem!"

"OP, I'm from Hechi, Guangxi. I can go to the site and check things out, I can act as a supervisor."

"The original poster has such a great idea! This is what a true gun enthusiast looks like. I'll donate 500."

"Where is the address? How much budget is needed? Can you provide a transparent accounting system? I'd also like to donate."

"Tears welled up in my eyes, it reminded me of the professor again... I have to support this."

"I wish Yan Shen could see this post."

……

Yan Yuan actually saw the post.

This post received a lot of comments from fans.

Looking at the scrolling messages on the screen, he was truly touched.

The fans' pure, enthusiastic, and well-intentioned thoughts coincided with his deep respect for Professor Wenger and his views on public welfare.

Yan Yuan knew Wenger's philosophy on football and on young people, and commemorating him with a real school that can cultivate future talents was undoubtedly the most perfect way.

Without hesitation, he immediately contacted the initiator, whose ID was "Gunner Forever in Our Hearts," through the private messaging function of the forum.

Yan Yuan also had a video call with the initiator.

After the conversation, you can imagine how shocked and excited the other person was.

Yan Yuan clearly expressed his meaning.

"You don't need to trouble yourselves with this primary school. I will fund it all myself. Please don't bother to raise funds. Your kindness is more precious than money."

If it's convenient, I'd appreciate it if a local friend could help monitor the quality and progress of the project; that would be sufficient.

Because it was mid-season and the schedule was packed, Yan Yuan simply couldn't find the time to return to China to handle the specifics.

He made a decisive decision and entrusted the matter entirely to his most trusted father.

He personally invested £200 million.

The only requirement is that the school must be of high quality and truly provide children with a safe and advanced learning environment.

After receiving the message from his son, Yan's father was very supportive.

He immediately contacted his second younger brother, Yan Yuan's second uncle, Yan Zhendong, back in his hometown in China.

When Uncle Yan received the important task entrusted to him by his elder brother and nephew, he felt a great responsibility and immediately took action.

My second uncle followed the information provided.

They found enthusiastic local fans, including "Gunners Forever in Our Hearts," and formed a temporary "supervisory group."

They conducted on-site inspections together, contacted qualified construction teams, and repeatedly finalized the design plan.

From foundation excavation to main structure completion, from interior decoration to outdoor playground paving, Yan Zhendong spent almost every day on the construction site, working alongside fan supervisors to rigorously oversee every detail.

Although Yan Yuan was far away in the UK, he would regularly receive photos and video reports from China. Watching the primary school rise from an empty plot of land filled him with anticipation.

Just before the start of this season, when Yan Yuan returned to China for a trip, he specially took Lin Jianwei to Guangxi to see the school construction site, which was still in its final stages.

Although the scaffolding had not been completely removed at the time, the basic structure of the school was already taking shape.

The red and white school building, its colors deliberately inspired by Arsenal's main color scheme, features wide windows, brand-new desks and chairs, a playground already covered with turf, and a synthetic running track...

Yan Yuan and Lin Jianwei strolled on the playground, imagining the children running and playing football there, and both of them showed a gratified smile.

Lin Jianwei also joked.

"If we have children in the future, will you also let them learn soccer from a young age?"

Yan Yuan smiled and put his arm around her shoulder.

"Absolutely. If he's talented, I, as his father, might even be able to compete against him."

He took many photos during that trip, but Yan Yuan has not released them to the public yet. He wants to wait for the perfect moment.

……

Now, that moment has finally arrived.

The school has not only been fully completed, but is also about to be put into use, making the dream a reality.

After calming down, I looked at the photos my dad sent.

Yan Yuan carefully selected several photos: a panoramic view of the school's brand-new teaching building, close-ups of well-equipped and bright classrooms, a playground covered with green artificial turf, and a group photo of him, that guy from the online forum, and a group of Arsenal fans.

Then, he logged into his global social media accounts, including Twitter, Douyin, and Instagram, and wrote a heartfelt and sincere message in both Chinese and English:

"I am very happy to share some good news with everyone: the 'Wenger Charity Primary School,' which I personally funded with £200 million and was completed with the help of many kind friends, was officially completed today in Hechi, Guangxi!"

The primary school was born out of the heart of a group of lovely Arsenal fans, in order to commemorate the great coach who dedicated his life to nurturing young people – Arsène Wenger.

It is hoped that this small campus will not only become a paradise for children to acquire knowledge, but also sow the seeds of a love for sports and the pursuit of dreams in their hearts.

The future of Chinese football depends on a solid foundation of youth training and broad public participation, and all of this begins with a good educational environment and a positive sporting atmosphere.

May every child here grow up healthy and happy, and perhaps in the future, one of them will become the next world-class football star.

At the same time, I would also like to thank my family @YanYuanAgentTeam (YanBa's account), my second uncle, and all the Arsenal fans who have put their heart and soul into this primary school.

This is a gift I'm giving to the children on behalf of Arsenal and Professor Wenger. #WengerLoveSchool #Education #Football #Hope #Guangxi #Arsenal

The post went viral instantly!

This news quickly became a trending topic on domestic social media platforms.

"Yan Shen, you are my god, my true god!"

"Looks like we Chelsea fans need to take action too."

"Brother, you are the best idol, without a doubt. At this moment, you are the true king of football."

Gun fans from Guangxi sent their congratulations, thanking Yan Shen for his contributions to his hometown!

"Congratulations from gun enthusiasts in Shaanxi!"

"Congratulations from Sichuan gun fans!"

"Shandong gun fans send their congratulations!"

"I witnessed Yan Shen's post. I also left a message in the forum at the time. From the suggestion in the forum to the dream coming true, we witnessed everything. As a Guns fan, I am proud."

"I visited that primary school, and the environment is indeed very good. It already meets the teaching standards of primary schools in the county."

"I'm from the area, and my child will be attending this school next semester."

Do you think this primary school might produce the first Chinese player to join Arsenal?

Immediately afterwards, Arsenal Football Club's official account reposted Yan Yuan's post, adding the following comment:

"We are incredibly proud to have such a captain! Yan Yuan's act of kindness perfectly embodies Arsenal's values ​​and Professor Wenger's spirit."

To show their support, Arsenal Football Club will donate all of the sports equipment and facilities to the children of Wenger Charity Primary School and will recruit professional youth football coaches in China to serve as football teachers at the school.

May the red of the Gunman's uniform inspire children to bravely pursue their dreams! #GunmanFamily #YanYuan #Charity

Subsequently, Adidas' official account also quickly followed up:

"As Yan Yuan's long-term partners, we are deeply moved and fully support his good deeds!"

Adidas will randomly select 200 lucky users to win Yan Yuan Y7 football boots and provide the school's students with a full set of football equipment, including but not limited to football boots, shin guards, socks, football bags, and logo trays.

May these kits help children better enjoy the joy of football on the pitch! @YanYuan, a salute to you! #AdidasAmbassador #FootballFuture #YanYuan

The official intervention propelled this wave of positive energy to new heights.

Fans praised the club and sponsors for their actions, believing that this is the social responsibility that brands should have.

Yan Yuan looked at the endless stream of blessings and likes on his phone screen, and at the reposts and support from official accounts, and a genuine smile appeared on his face.

This primary school, located in the remote mountainous region of Guangxi, is more than just a building; it is a seed, carrying the memory of a great coach, the care for the growth of the next generation, and Yan Yuan's earnest hope for the future of Chinese football.

This made him feel more fulfilled and meaningful than any victory or trophy.

This, perhaps, is the broader value that transcends football.