Boca Juniors' youth team's competition venue and training ground are on the same ground.

Compared to the wealthy River Plate club, Boca's financial situation is still relatively tight.

It is not cost-effective to maintain a stadium that is only used for competitions out of thin air.

So tomorrow's youth league's home game venue is also the venue where the youth army currently trains.

Today is August 23, 2008, one day before the third game of Argentina's "Spring Youth League" this season.

In the first two youth league games, Boca Juniors lost to the "Argentine Independence" Youth Army and the "Rosario Central" Youth Army respectively.

You know, these two teams are weak relegation teams in the A-League, and the youth team is also very weak, far inferior to Boca.

But these two rookie youth teams actually beat Boca.

This made the old coach Dominguez almost vomit blood with anger.

Two consecutive defeats have caused Boca Juniors not only to lose face, but also to be ranked at the bottom of the youth league.

They must not make any mistakes again.

But now, something still went wrong.

There are only two pure centers in the youth team. One was temporarily seconded by the first team a few days ago, and now only No. 9 Pickup is left.

It's healed now, but Pika was also injured, and it still lasted half a month.

Coach Domingos was in a very bad mood.

Even on the sidelines of the training ground, even when he looked at the players who were starting to improve, Domingos still had no smile on his face.

The assistant coach next to him comforted him: "Coach, although Pika is injured, we have a new aid, Long, and his abilities are absolutely fine!"

Dominguez shook his head: "Of course I know that Long is very capable, but I still don't feel confident about letting him start."

"Coach, are you worried about his integration problem? After all, he is a center, he only needs to be responsible for receiving passes from his teammates."

"Of course I know. If he is a midfielder, he wants to play for at least half a season."

"Then what are you worried about, old man?"

"The Argentinian league is too popular. It's completely different from playing in China. I'm worried that he won't adapt."

"You are right. After all, the Chinese league has a slow pace and weak competition. Our youth team can easily win the championship in the top Chinese league."

"Long Yu is a genius, but he still needs time to adapt here. I will definitely bring him with him in tomorrow's game, but it is unrealistic for him to start."

The confrontation training ended in the morning, and it was a little more relaxed in the afternoon.

All are indoor tactical analysis courses and there are no outdoor physical exercises.

This is also to ensure that the players' physical fitness can be maximized for tomorrow afternoon's game.

"Have a half day off tomorrow morning and come to the court early in the afternoon to warm up."

Before the end of today's training, Dominguez gave instructions to the players.

"The starting lineup for tomorrow will now be announced.

"Goalkeeper Reddy, left back Robertson, centre-back...

"Midfield captain Sonsu is paired with Terry Moss...

“On the front line, Naikker moved into the center position and played as a lone forward.

"Due to Pika's injury, the team will play more on the ground tomorrow, and Naiker will use his flexibility to create more opportunities.

"I'll say it one last time, you must win tomorrow's game!"

This starting lineup is probably what the players expected, and there is nothing surprising to everyone.

Last season, Necker played as a center forward on a temporary basis. This agile winger also created many opportunities.

Now that Pika is injured, it is reasonable for Naiker to take over.

As for Long Yu, who has attracted much attention in the past two days, it is already good to get a substitute seat.

No one expected this Chinese boy to perform well in his first game.

Although he performed well on the training field, training and league games are completely different.

Confrontation intensity, playing style, stadium atmosphere, opponent type...

To some extent, these objective factors are even more important than the players' own abilities.

Otherwise, why would the stronger Boca Juniors lose two consecutive games at the start of the league?

Dominguez was about to announce the end, but Naiker suddenly stood up: "Commander, I have a request, I hope you can agree to it."

Dominguez was stunned.

Why did this little skinny guy who was always afraid of himself suddenly make a request?

"Naikr, do you have any objections to me arranging you to play center forward?"

"No, no! I have no objection to the old commander's arrangements."

"Then what is your request?"

"I want to change my jersey number."

"Change your jersey number? Why? Give me a reason."

"This... my mother passed away a few years ago. I want to turn my 7th into my birthday, the 17th, to commemorate my mother."

"That's a good reason." Domingos nodded, "Since the 17th is vacant, I'll give it to you."

Naikor breathed a sigh of relief: "Thank you, coach. I suddenly remembered, doesn't Long still have a jersey number? Is he interested in getting No. 7?"

"You kid, it's not bad that you still care about your new teammates." Dominguez looked at Long Yu and asked with his eyes.

Long Yu was naturally happy: "I like No. 7 very much, it is also my favorite number."

"That's it, that's it. The coaching staff will arrange to submit the number adjustment application soon, and you can use it directly in tomorrow's game."

If it is in European football, even in youth leagues, once the number is reported, it will not be allowed to be changed during the season.

But in the weird world of South American football, such trivial matters are nothing.

Coupled with Dominguez's reputation in Argentine football, even if he requests a replay of the previous game, it is not impossible...

Pika is still in bed today, his foot injury caused him to miss two days of training.

But playing games at home for two days is pretty good.

Barcelona vs. Real Madrid, 3-0 in the first half.

Pika is in a good mood.

"Boom!"

The door is open!

Pika was startled.

What happened? Who?

Long Yu entered the house carrying a small bag: "From today on, I will officially move in."

Pika: "..."

Long Yu: "You don't even say a few words of welcome? It's too boring."

Pika pointed to the bruises on his face, the one near the corner of his mouth was the largest: "My mouth hurts, I don't want to talk."

Long Yu glanced at him with disdain: "Are you a clay figurine? You're just a coward after just two punches."

Pika: "Are you sure it's just two punches?"

Long Yu: "I see you're a little unconvinced? It's okay. We'll fight again when you're healed."

Pika: "No fight! We are players, we will see the results on the field! When I come back from injury, I will definitely regain my main forward position!"

Long Yu stretched out his hand and faced him with his fingers together: "Please stop for a moment. Who took away your main forward position?"

Pika was also stunned: "Isn't it you?"

Long Yu snorted: "That old guy didn't trust me and asked me to serve as a substitute."

Pica was a little puzzled: "That shouldn't be the case. With your strength and condition, the coach should feel comfortable letting you start."

Long Yu leaned on the head of the bed, half-crossing his long legs: "That old guy is probably worried that I can't adapt to the rhythm of Argentine football. But it doesn't matter. If I have a chance to come on as a substitute in tomorrow's game, I will definitely tell him.
Chapter completed!