Hero of the Penalty Area

Chapter 139 The Battle of Death and Life (Second guarantee, ask for monthly pass!)

After Cassano suffered a heart attack, as Naples' opponent in the Champions League, Barcelona was blessed by coach Guardiola.

He said that Cassano is an outstanding player and wish him a speedy recovery. "...If I can, I hope to see him in the second round between our two sides, but obviously this is unlikely..."

In addition, Barcelona did not talk about this topic too much.

Because this issue is somewhat sensitive. Always discuss how the opponent is doing, always let the media find something to say. Especially the Italian media. Barcelona understands that the Italian media are dissatisfied with them, and they have made many mistakes. If they are asked to find something to exaggerate, the preparations before the game will be greatly affected.

For Barcelona, ​​it is no exaggeration to say that this game is a "fight of life and death".

If the defending champion loses in the quarter-finals, it would be... ashamed.

If Barcelona win easily in the first round, maybe they will be more willing to talk about Cassano's condition and make more and more friendly moves. But now, their minds are all in the game.

This road trip was extremely dangerous.

Even from a certain point of view, Cassano’s heart disease is good news for Barcelona... After all, Cassano, Chen Yingxiong, Arshavin, and Hamsik’s Naples attack lineup are composed of four people. , The power is very powerful, this Barcelona has already experienced once in the Nou Camp.

And Naples without Cassano is tantamount to breaking an arm, and Barcelona's defensive pressure will be reduced.

This is naturally a good thing.

It is evident from this that Barcelona attaches great importance to this game.

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The day before the game, Barcelona rushed to Naples by plane. Numerous reporters gathered at the airport. They all came to interview the strongest team on the planet.

"I feel sorry for Cassano and I wish him a speedy recovery. But we will not be merciful in this game." Guardiola said in an interview with reporters.

In this regard, Chen Yingxiong responded in an interview: "Let us score two away goals in the team that seems not qualified to talk about mercy, right?" He really has his usual style. "We will dedicate the victory of this game to Antonio. It's a pity that he can't come to watch the game..."

He said as if victory was already in Naples' bag.

Had it not been for two goals in the away game, I am afraid that Naples would not have such confidence. Now that they said it, no one would feel wrong at all.

Cassano couldn't come to watch the game because he had an operation that day. It's a shame to pick it on this day.

The game hasn't started yet, and the smell of gunpowder is already obvious in the battle of words between the two sides.

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In this road trip, Ibrahimovic did not come with the team, so he lost the opportunity to face-to-face with Chen Yingxiong.

It is said that he has completely fallen out with Guardiola. After being filled with two goals by Naples at home, Guardiola was furious and scolded everyone in the locker room. It was said at the time that no one dared to speak, but the actual situation was different. Later, there were rumors that Guardiola's rage was not because of losing two goals, but because Ibrahimovic provokes Guardiola after returning to the locker room. He pointed to the coach and cursed: "You are one. Coward! You are a coward!"

Then Guardiola broke out in a bad mood.

As a punishment, in the subsequent league, Ibrahimovic did not even make the list of the game. This time the crucial battle of the Champions League, he did not bring the Swedes away.

There are already rumors that Ibrahimovic will leave Barcelona after the end of this season.

The center, who spent more than 40 million euros in Barcelona at the beginning, fell out with the team in less than a season. This money is really a bit wrong...

Ibrahimovic did not come away, which disappointed the media who planned to hype up the conflict between him and Chen Yingxiong.

But this game will never lose the topic.

If you don’t hype Chen Yingxiong and Ibrahimovic, you can hype Chen Yingxiong and other Barcelona players...

However, the reporters were disappointed, and Chen Yingxiong never said anything after he returned Guardiola's words. Disappointed the media who wanted to use him.

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Chen Yingxiong and his teammates were all sitting in the locker room. No one was talking or playing around. The locker room seemed very quiet.

This quietness allows the sound of the outside court to be heard clearly.

It was the crazy shouts and singing of the fans.

If the last time Real Madrid came here as a guest, the atmosphere of the São Paulo Stadium shocked them, then this time it is no longer a simple "shock" that can be described.

Before the players on both sides went out to warm up, even the players in Naples were frightened by the already full São Paulo stadium.

A huge sky-blue flag appeared in the blue stands. On it was the huge team logo of Naples. Of course, there was also a huge Maradona head portrait, right next to the team logo.

This flag is not very common and can only be seen during very important matches.

This is a way for fanatical extreme fans to express their support for Deco.

Quite a visual impact.

In addition, there are many other banners, slogans and flags waving in the stands.

At the top of the South Stand, there were people who could not wait to ignite the blue and yellow signal flare. The smoke filled the stands and extended into the stadium.

In addition, under the two stands, the South Stand and the North Stand, are already covered with white paper tapes. The confetti in the sky was sprayed out by the fans in various ways, and they fell under the stands one after another, looking at it suddenly, as if it had just ended a heavy snow.

The game has not yet started, but the Naples fans have already used their best way to sizzle the stadium. I believe that when the visiting team Barcelona steps on the stadium, they will be like ants who are suffering...

But now, in the locker room, it seems extra quiet.

If it is usual, Cassano is there, this locker room will never really be quiet.

But today, Cassano is not here.

"Antonio's operation is over and very successful. Just fifteen minutes ago, I called his agent." Mazzari started with this. "I know that many of you care about him, so in order to allow you to focus on the subsequent games, I will tell you the news first."

The dressing room regained anger, and many people smiled and were obviously relieved.

It stands to reason that this is a minor operation and there is no risk. But caring is chaotic. Of course, those players who care about Cassano will still be worried.

Now that I know that Cassano's operation was successful, I feel relieved.

"Okay, now let's put our energy into the game..." Mazzari slapped his hands. "Our opponent is very strong, so I don't need to say anything."

Barcelona just beat Athletic Bilbao 4:1 at home in the weekend of the league. However, in the league they were chased by Real Madrid and they were evenly divided. After 30 rounds, the two teams had a total of 77 points. Real Madrid temporarily beat Barcelona by one more goal difference than Barcelona, ​​ranking first. .

But Barcelona is not worried about this issue. The next round will be the second round of the National Derby. Although Barcelona are away to Real Madrid, but based on the current performance of Real Madrid, they still have the confidence to beat Real Madrid and the league's top spot can be regained.

Barcelona currently values ​​the Champions League more. They want to defend the Champions League. If possible, they will defend the sixth crown.

"But we are equally strong!" Mazari immediately took a turn. "Since we can score their two goals in the Nou Camp, then we can score more of them in Sao Paulo!"

"Guys, there is no difference between our tactics in this game and the last round. The only thing we need to pay attention to is that in the midst of the crazy voices, you must not be hotheaded and rush out to attack Barcelona. Of course, the fans in Naples hope Seeing the passionate attack, anyone who watches the ball likes to see one goal after another. But you know, they prefer to win. If we are eliminated, the Naples fans will definitely not be satisfied. Yes, even if you play beautifully, it's useless!"

Mazzari looked serious.

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At the same time in the visiting team's locker room.

The entire Lyon team has experienced the poor sound insulation of the visiting team's locker room at the São Paulo Stadium, and the Barcelona people must feel the same.

They are now suffering from noise.

But fortunately, this Barcelona has a tacit understanding between them, in fact, there is not much to say between them. How to play? Just play as we usually do.

That's it.

Guardiola wants to say something, mainly to cheer the players.

After all, it was tied by Real Madrid in the league, and the opponent had two goals in the Champions League at home, which was a blow to morale. Barcelona players are also humans, not machines. There was too much publicity about Barcelona's invincibility before, and Guardiola didn't like this sound at all. Because it will make his players really think that they are invincible and have a fluttering mood.

The first round of the match against Naples was already evident.

Before the match, the Catalan media frantically hyped Naples to take the initiative to show weakness, and any compliment they made to Barcelona would be on the front page of the newspaper.

The results of it? No matter how you remind them, the players just didn't treat Naples as a threat enough opponent.

"Our opponents are very strong. You have to realize this. This is even the strongest opponent we have encountered since participating in the Champions League this season. In fact, the real Champions League starts at this time, so you have to do your best. Go. I’m sure you already know the fate of being proud and underestimating the enemy."

After the last round of the game, Barcelona was mocked by the Madrid media.

Because before the game, the Catalan media took the opportunity to ridicule Real Madrid, which was eliminated by Naples, and said they wanted to avenge Real Madrid.

As a result, after the match, the Madrid media clamored, "You want to avenge us at this level? Let's have another hundred years!"

The Madrid media also made a fuss about the changes in Naples' attitude towards Barcelona, ​​claiming that this is a typical expression of Barcelona's arrogance and defiance, so they deserve to be unlucky.

The ridicule of the Madrid media naturally made the Barcelona team unbearable. Alves really couldn't bear it, and ran to reprimand the Madrid media: "What qualifications do the losers have to laugh at us?"

The result aroused even greater controversy. The Madrid media and the Catalan media had a fight to advance the national derby in the 31st round of the league. The war of the century was preheated...

"In this game, I hope you will completely forget those two goals lost, and always remember that the total score is our lead!"

Guardiola is worried that the team will be overwhelmed by tremendous psychological pressure-it is only natural for the superior Barcelona to advance to the semi-finals. It is this "take for granted" idea that has become the pressure for Barcelona. So he uses this method to remind the players that we are still ahead, so don't be too nervous.

"Play well, as long as you can play at a normal level, Naples and their crazy home can't stop us!"

When talking about this, a huge cheer happened outside, drowning Guardiola's voice.

The cheers faded like a tide.

Guardiola reopened: "Here, let them see and see our Barcelona football! This is the path we have been following for more than 20 years!"

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