Champion’s Heart

Chapter 88 What really matters

The domestic Internet was in turmoil, and even Yan Min got wind of it.

So when Zhou Yi went to the Brakel training base for training the next day, Yan Min took the initiative to find him and said to Zhou Yi in an apologetic manner: Zhou Yi, did I say the wrong thing?

Zhou Yi rolled his eyes at him: You are right, but the occasion for speaking is wrong.

Yan Min looked at Zhou Yi with confusion.

You shouldn't say that in front of reporters. Zhou Yi educated. It's up to you whether to shoot or not. No one can make the decision for you. If you feel it is appropriate and you are confident, then shoot, even if it is zero angle, it doesn't matter. But in front of the media, I just lost again. Qiu, why don't you tuck your tail a little bit...

Yan Min scratched his head. He really didn't think that much when answering those questions. He just said whatever he thought. Losing the ball is indeed very unpleasant, but he does not regret his original choice. Shooting is inherently risky. If you succeed, you will become famous with one goal, but if you fail, you may be scolded. This is a goal The risks you must take to become famous...

Then do I need to explain it to reporters again? Yan Min hesitated.

That's not necessary. Zhou Yi waved his hand. It's fine if you just keep the stupid attitude you have now, haha!

After laughing, Zhou Yi said: Okay, don't worry about this. It doesn't matter what the outside world says, the most important thing is your performance. If you can show a convincing performance in the future, those who scold you now will Everyone is singing your praises, it’s no big deal. So just follow the same pace as before and train well.”

Oh, okay! Hearing Zhou Yi say this, Yan Min became happy again.

Although Zhou Yi told Yan Min that he didn't need to explain, Zhou Yi felt that he still had to explain this matter, but he had to explain it himself. Because of Yan Min's mouth... maybe the more he explains, the worse it will be.

But before he could go to the media,

The media found him first.

There are two questions that everyone is most concerned about. The first is whether he can start in the weekend's Ruhr derby - after losing the Champions League game, some people thought why Klopp didn't take Zhou Yi to London? Because next is the Ruhr derby. In Klopp's view, the Ruhr derby may be more important than a Champions League group match. But if Zhou Yi cannot play in the Ruhr derby, wouldn't the loss to Arsenal be meaningless?

The second question is naturally related to Yan Min, asking him what he thinks of Yan Min's choice to shoot instead of passing the ball at the last minute of the game, and what he thinks of Yan Min's answer when reporters asked questions at the airport.

Regarding the first question, Zhou Yi shook his head and said: I don't know if I can play in the Ruhr derby. I hope I can, but it's not me who has the final say on this matter. It's the coaching staff and the team's medical staff. I obey the coaching staff. According to the arrangement, I will appear if I am asked to appear, and I will not make trouble if I am not allowed to appear.

This statement is very Zhouyi style - it sounds correct, but it is all nonsense. It doesn't attract reporters at all, leaving room for media hype. In such a scene, reporters can only repeat it according to the script, and cannot interpret it.

Regarding the second question, Zhou Yi shrugged and gave an answer that surprised reporters: I don't think there is anything wrong with what Yan Min said.

Ah? A group of people were stunned - Zhou Yi openly supported Yan Min's statement and actions? ! Hasn’t he always emphasized the overall situation and collective interests? Why did you support Yan Min?

But then everyone thought about it, they are all Chinese players, so it is normal to protect each other, right? Zhou Yi might have scolded Yan Min so much in private, but in front of the media reporters, he still had to give his junior brother some face...

But they thought wrong. Zhou Yi did not attack Yan Min, but came to attack them.

As an offensive player, what's wrong with choosing to shoot? he asked reporters. What would you think if an offensive player didn't even dare to shoot when facing the goal? If he passed the football in the end, but no one else scored, would you still be able to criticize Yan Min for passing the ball? Responsibility, no responsibility?”

A group of reporters didn't expect Zhou Yi to criticize them, and they couldn't say anything when they were asked back.

Losing is the responsibility of the entire team and should not be borne by any one person. I thought everyone understood this... Zhou Yi said with a smile. But in the eyes of reporters, this smile was a bit sarcastic. However, they dared to confront Yan Min, but they did not dare to confront Zhou Yi. In the past, there were unbelieving reporters who wanted to angrily criticize Zhou Yi and became famous in one battle. However, they were so humiliated by Zhou Yi that they were thrown abroad. From then on, they met Zhou Yi. Just go around, they don't want to follow in his footsteps...

No one in the team's locker room accused Yan Min of making the wrong choice in the end, and no one felt that the loss was all Yan Min's responsibility. I was not busy wiping Yan Min's butt either. I am very grateful for your concern for me, but In fact, nothing happened that you are worried about. Of course, Zhou Yi still saved some face for the reporter and did not say anything too harsh.

I hope everyone will not listen to the wind or rain. It is not an important thing. Yan Min is free to shoot or not. It is also his freedom whether he wants to shoot next time. I think he can clearly judge when he should shoot. When shouldn't we? You don't need to worry about this kind of thing - I don't even worry about this problem. We lost two of the three games in the Champions League group stage, and the situation is indeed not good for us, but there are still three group stage games, and we still have Opportunities, I’m not pessimistic.”

I know some people are worried that Yan Min's last shot will affect his evaluation in Klopp's heart, making it difficult for him to get another chance to play... I can understand your feelings, but I don't think this will happen. Things. Jurgen Klopp is a very good manager, he especially knows how to train young players.

In the end, Zhou Yi even flattered Klopp. If this interview report would be seen by Klopp, maybe he really wouldn't look at Yan Min through colored glasses...

In fact, there is no need to flatter Zhou Yi, and Klopp has no intention of putting all the blame for the loss on Yan Min.

At the post-match press conference, he said that losing was not the responsibility or problem of any one person.

He did not continue to delve into the question of whether Yan Min should shoot.

After losing the ball, he was under pressure, but there were more important things waiting for him to deal with, rather than caring about such trivial matters.

The next game is the Ruderderby with Schalke 04.

With the current state of the Dortmund team, this away challenge to Schalke 04 may be a disaster.

If we lose two games in a row, we will be in big trouble.

The most critical issue in defeating Schalke 04 is...whether Zhou Yi can play.

Can Zhou Yi appear this time? Zorc asked, staring at Dr. Braun, as if he would eat him if Braun didn't give him an answer that satisfied him.

Dr. Braun did not look at Zorc, but nodded and said: Yes this time.

After hearing this, Zorc laughed and his eyes became much softer.

But it was Klopp who stared at Braun.

Braun raised his hand: I know what you want to ask. Don't worry, I didn't make a decision against my will under Zorc's pressure. Because I didn't go to London, Zhou Yi got enough rest, and his physical condition has improved He can meet the requirements for playing games. But if he went to London, he might not be able to catch up with Schalke 04...

Can he start? Klopp did not show a relaxed expression, he continued to ask.

I can start, but I can't play the whole game. Braun answered.

Okay. Klopp nodded.

With the professional advice given by the team medical team leader, he knew what to do.

Zorc is still very happy, even if he can't play the whole game, it's okay. This is undoubtedly good news for Dortmund, who just lost the Champions League group stage.

He couldn't wait to announce the news: Then I'll ask the official website to issue a press release saying that Zhou Yi will return in the game against Schalke 04?

No problem. Dr. Braun nodded.

But Klopp objected: No, don't do it yet.

Why? Zorc was surprised.

Isn't this a good thing? Shouldn’t good deeds be widely publicized?

I noticed that the media are now speculating whether Zhou Yi can participate in the Derby. There are many worried voices, and they seem to connect Zhou Yi and Gundogan, thinking that the two of them have encountered the same trouble... Klopp said . I think if these media reports can make Schalke 04 really think that it is difficult for Zhou Yi to play in the derby... that would be good, let them report like this.

Zorc understood what Klopp was going to do as soon as his eyes rolled: Are you going to use some smoke bombs on Schalke 04 before the game?

Klopp nodded: Yes. So I hope everyone can cooperate and have a unified voice - let's just say that we don't know whether Zhou Yi can come back in the game against Schalke 04...

There's a question, Braun interjected. What about training? We can't and still let Zhou Yi...

Training is the same as usual. He has been training with the team for more than a week.

What should we do when the team competes in groups? We always have to adjust to the main lineup, right? Everyone can see which side Zhou Yi will be divided into. There are so many people in the team, and you have to give the whole team a gag order. ?

Why not? Klopp asked.

Uh... Braun was speechless.

Let them all shut up, if they want to win. Of course, the group matches within the team are not important, and there is no fixed main group. So it is difficult to see whether Zhou Yi will play in the game based on this. Even if we Putting Zhou Yi on the bench, does that mean he won't play? Klopp further explained.

In order to defeat Schalke 04, he worked very hard. If it was the first two seasons, there would be no need for such trouble. Normal training would be enough, and there would be no need to engage in such intrigues.

But now, Dortmund is in a bad situation, and Klopp has to be more cautious, use his brain more, and think of solutions.

He has already felt that the team is declining from its peak...

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