Godfather of national football

Chapter 557

In the final of the European Cup, Portugal defeated France 1-0 and became the new king of Europe. With the end of this game, this summer's football drama is also over.

Because of the time overlap, CCTV’s main focus is on the coverage of the European Cup, so after the European Cup is over, CCTV wants to make a 2-hour documentary, which can simply cover the America’s Cup. This documentary is going to be broadcast on World Football.

Li Guo was invited to the studio, and sitting opposite him was the host Jiayuan.

"Director Li, the documentary is ready, and you have watched it this afternoon. We will air it next Monday. Do you have any comments?"

"No, I think it's fine, especially the music."

"Oh, the music is something we specially asked foreign teams to do."

"It seems to be the singer that Griezmann likes," Li Guo said.

"Correct."

"Director Li, our CCTV also made a documentary after the World Cup in Brazil. It won an award that time, but this time is different. In fact, our CCTV did not report on the America's Cup. If it weren't for the participation of the Chinese team, the country might not pay attention to the America's Cup at all."

Li Guo smiled slightly: "Compared with the European Cup, the Copa America is indeed a bit inferior, but the level is not low. For example, the final final, I don't think it is lower than the final of the European Cup."

Jiayuan was also happy: "Then tell me a detail that impresses you the most."

"It's better to fight with the Brazil team. The bickering with Dunga is what impresses me the most."

"Yes, Dunga got fired because of you, too,"

"What is because of me? It's because he didn't do a good job."

Jiayuan chuckled, "Yes, yes, yes."

"And the game against Argentina? I thought you'd say that's what impressed you the most."

Li Guo shook his head, "Actually, when I lost Zhou Dun, I knew we were not Argentina's opponents, so this game was unfair, and I don't have much impression."

Jiayuan nodded slightly, he didn't mention things that Li Guo didn't like.

"I heard that South American Football Confederation panicked after the Chinese team qualified, right?"

"I also heard it from hearsay. I think it is a bit high on our Chinese team. It is really impossible to win the championship."

"But it's no wonder that the wild-card teams invited by the America's Cup were all eliminated early. The Chinese team is indeed unprecedented, and it's no wonder they are anxious."

Li Guo chuckled: "But in the future, the Chinese team will not be invited to other continental competitions."

"That's true."

In the end, the show played a 5-minute clip, which picked up a few interesting scenes. After the clip was over, Jiayuan gave Li Guo a wink.

"Director Li, can you announce the exact time of America's Cup again?"

"Next Monday at 7:5 p.m. on CCTV[-], see you soon."

After finishing the show, Li Guo chatted with Jiayuan and left the studio.

*****
Li Lai came to a high-end hotel in the capital, and the waiter took Li Lai to his seat, where Li Zibing was already waiting.

"Why are you so kind to invite me to dinner?" Li Guo asked.

"The documentary America's Cup is a big success, I'm happy, I treat you to a meal."

It turns out that due to the copyright issue of the America's Cup, the copyright of this documentary is shared by Li Zibing's production team and CCTV.

"So that's the case, then you'll have to spend a lot of money."

After pouring red wine, the two drank a glass, "By the way, you have been tired for a month, do you have any plans?" Li Guo asked.

"Go on a trip."

"Then take me."

"why?"

"I'll be your bodyguard."

"I bring a rogue as a bodyguard, isn't that even more unsafe?"

Li Guo chuckled, "You just said whether to bring it or not?"

Li Zibing nodded.

"By the way, where are you going?"

"Argentina."

Li Guo almost spilled the red wine in his hand, "Go so far?"

"That's right, a bonus has been issued, I'm going to spend some time in luxury."

Li Guo joked: "I thought you were going to take me to meet my parents!"

"Bah, what kind of parents are you seeing?"

Li Guo chuckled.

"By the way, how are you feeling? I remember that you will be depressed for a while after every competition."

"It's okay this time, after all, it's a wild card team, but there is still a little bit, this is the sadness of football coaches, either it is extremely noisy, or it is extremely lonely."

"Li Guo, do you want to have your heart checked? I think many football coaches have heart problems."

Li Guo touched his left chest, "It should be fine, but I'll listen to you."

During the breaks between meals, Li Zibing still browsed the football news on his mobile phone due to his professional habits.

"Li Guo, look."

Li Guo took it over to take a look. It was a photo of Chen Gelin wearing a Bayern jersey. This kid has already completed his transfer to Bayern.

"After the dust has settled, I'm still afraid that the Los Angeles side will bite," he said.

"Chen Gelin completely fell out with the American fans. Los Angeles has to support him for nothing if he keeps him. It's not that stupid."

"That's a blessing in disguise."

Li Zibing said: "Chen Gelin has grown to a higher level, and the Chinese team will go more smoothly in 2018."

Li Guo nodded, "Yes, on the other hand, the biggest achievement this time is that the young people of the Chinese team have grown up."

"The outside world has been spreading rumors that you have supernatural powers, otherwise you would become the player you fancy."

"Maybe I do have special abilities, who knows!"

At the end of the meal, Li Guo looked at the night view outside the window, and Li Zibing was watching the news, "Li Guo, Messi has returned to the Argentine national team."

Li Guo laughed. After the Copa America final, Messi announced his withdrawal from the Argentine national team because of disappointment. However, Li Guo knew that a player of this level cannot help himself. At that time, Li Guo made a bet with Li Zibing that Messi would definitely return to Argentina.

"In fact, when people reach a certain stage, they will be involuntary. For example, even if I resign now, the Football Association will not agree."

"That's right, even if you take the rope, you must be tied back."

"Okay, after dinner, I'll go home with you."

"Fuck you!" Li Zibing said with a stern tone, but with a smile.

*****
Two days later, Li Zibing helped Li Guo pack his luggage, "Li Guo, do you only have a few clothes? It's winter in Argentina."

"I usually give away my clothes when they are worn out, and then buy them again, or buy them when I'm not in Argentina."

"Hehe, you're really out of your mind. Forget it, I'll find a way, but you can check your passport for me. If you forget it, I will beat you hard."

Looking at the busy Li Zibing, Li Guo hugged him, "Don't worry, this is the first time we have traveled so far, so please relax."

(End of this chapter)