After returning to Madrid from the UK, Gao Shen began to engage in intensive winter break training preparations.
It's said to be a training camp to prepare for the war, but in fact, it only lasts a week.
The Christmas holiday, coupled with winter break training, is a rare respite for players who have been working hard for many months.
Pochettino still has not returned to Barcelona, but continues to stay in Madrid.
He even brought his family over from Barcelona, rented a house in the community where Gao Shen and Zidane lived, and became neighbors.
By the way, after Carlo returned to Real Madrid with Gao Shen, he also moved out of his original small courtyard and bought a house in the community where Gao Shen lived. This is also the wealth he has accumulated over the years.
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He once considered arranging his son to join Real Madrid's coaching staff and study with Gao Shen so that he could inherit his father's career and become a football coach in the future, but there was no way. His son liked basketball.
Therefore, Gao Shen used his connections to arrange for him to join Real Madrid's basketball team.
You know, Real Madrid's basketball team is also a European giant.
After Pochettino was rented in, he was basically acting as a coach for Gao Shen. Although he was not a coach of Real Madrid, he could still go to get off work normally every day.
This situation is not special at all. On the contrary, there are many, but generally speaking, the media will not report it.
Many head coaches will go through such a process before taking charge, and even many head coaches will do the same after taking charge. There are even many coaches who come to Real Madrid because of their reputation.
In comparison, Pochettino is only the one with the biggest reputation and the closest relationship with Gao Shen.
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According to past practice, the first day of training during the winter break is open to the media and fans.
Gao Shen arranged the open training in the afternoon at the Di Stéfano Stadium in Valdebebas, which is Castilla's home court. Fans and media can then attend Real Madrid's training.
As for the morning, Real Madrid has too many things to do.
The first is the team's injured players.
Marcelo's injury is what Gao Shen is most concerned about.
The Brazilian spent Christmas in Madrid this time because he didn't want to aggravate his injury by traveling back and forth. But judging from the current recovery from the injury, the overall situation is quite optimistic. He should not have a big problem if he returns before the knockout rounds of the Champions League top 16.
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By the way, Real Madrid's opponent in the knockout round of the Champions League is Manchester United.
The unlucky Red Devils worked hard to finish first in the group, but in the end they ran into Gao Shen in the top 16.
Therefore, when Gao Shen and Pochettino invited Ferguson to dinner in Cheshire, the old man was so angry that he cursed UEFA.
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Who wants to meet strong rivals like Gao Shen and Real Madrid in the top 16?
In addition to Marcelo, Yin Guayin also suffered injuries, mainly a muscle strain in his right foot, but it is basically nothing serious now.
There is also Albiol. This central defender is also injured and is also the focus of the Real Madrid coaching staff.
Among the several injured numbers, the one Gao Shen is most concerned about, but also the one with the biggest headache, is Marcelo.
After the Brazilian was injured, his body gained a lot of weight and was seriously not up to standard. This means that even if he recovers from the injury, he still needs to undergo physical training and adjust his condition, and the time is very tight.
Therefore, after receiving Marcelo's medical report, Gao Shen gave Buenaventura and Pintus orders to do everything possible to help Marcelo recover as soon as possible, preferably in time for the game against Manchester United.
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"In the first half, we played very frustratingly. In the second half, we want to feel proud!" Gao Shen said harshly.
He has been coaching for so many years, but he has never encountered anyone as frustrated as the first half, especially the Champions League group stage, which was really frustrating.
Buenaventura and Pintus looked at each other and accepted the military order from Gao Shen.
The situation of other players is relatively good. Even during the Christmas holiday, they are still relatively self-disciplined. Basically, there are no major problems and no mistakes are made.
This Christmas went smoothly, which is a good thing.
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The morning was mostly spent on player physical examinations and adjustments.
In the afternoon, the whole team headed to the Di Stefano Stadium for the first training session after the winter break.
At this time, the stadium, which can accommodate 8,000 people, was already packed.
Eight thousand Real Madrid fans came to the scene to cheer for the team, and Real Madrid players were also very relaxed in their training.
Training programs are also focused on recovery.
The real winter break training starts tomorrow, and then it will be time for them to feel the devilish methods of Buenaventura and Pintus.
They all call this the winter break charging station.
After training, the team also had many interactive programs with fans at the scene.
For example, they will throw signed boots into the stands, throw signed footballs, and other activities.
All in all, the atmosphere at the scene was very warm and there were constant cheers.
Later, Gao Shen took the entire team to thank the Real Madrid fans who came to the scene.
After the training session, Gao Shen led the team back to the first team. He also explained some things to the team and then disbanded. He himself had to attend a press conference.
This is also routine.
In a club like Real Madrid, the job of the head coach has never been just as simple as leading the team in training and games. Dealing with the media is also a very important part.
And every time they meet with the media, they will try their best to dig holes.
For example, this time, someone asked Gao Shen to confirm a rumor from the outside world.
Gao Shen is planning to replace Casillas with Courtois.
Gao Shen categorically denied this in a very, very affirmative tone.
"You should know that the thing I don't like the most is someone maliciously speculating about what is going on in our locker room."
"Just like Casillas, there is no doubt that he is the captain of Real Madrid and a vital member of the team."
"If someone tells you that Real Madrid's captain is dispensable, then I can only say that you know nothing about Real Madrid."
Gao Shen once again clarified that Casillas and Courtois are both part of the team. Their current status and performance are very good, but they have different divisions of labor.
Courtois is doing well in the league and Casillas is doing well in the cup. Is there any problem with that?
"I don't know how everyone understands Real Madrid, but in my opinion, coaching Real Madrid is the most difficult, because Real Madrid is the most special team. He must be Real Madrid first, and then the players, coaches, and others.
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"Real Madrid has its own values, and in Real Madrid, the most important thing is not the head coach, not the players, not even the president, but the Bernabeu."
What Gao Shen is talking about is obviously the fans of the Bernabeu.
"In Real Madrid, any player, no matter how big his name is, no matter how respected his status, he can't surpass the name of Real Madrid, and he can't surpass the Bernabeu."
"So, I tell my players that if you want to succeed at Real Madrid, you must first learn to discipline yourself."
This superb analysis undoubtedly proves his familiarity and understanding of Real Madrid.
Maybe it's not profound enough, maybe it's not completely correct, but at the very least, it's very convincing.
"To sum up, I have never felt, or I have never had any impression, that in Real Madrid, any player is irreplaceable, and there is no player who cannot be substituted."
"Everyone should work hard for Real Madrid, whether they are starting, coming on the bench, or even outside the squad, these are normal."
"So, going back to the previous question, I think both Casillas and Courtois are Real Madrid players and both are important. There is no so-called question of who will replace whom."
"Our principles are very clear. Whoever is in good condition will help the team more overall and whoever will play."
This is actually a very sensitive topic, so Gao Shen handled it very cautiously and was very cautious in his answers, especially the wording, for fear of saying the wrong thing accidentally.
As the captain of the team, Casillas has great influence in Real Madrid, and he is also the captain of the Spanish national team, which makes his status even more unusual.
If Gao Shen now says he wants to ban Casillas, then everyone can follow the example of Aragones banning Raul.
Gao Shen dares to say that the turmoil caused will definitely not be smaller than it was at that time.
More importantly, Courtois himself is already walking on thin ice now.
The Belgian youngster is actually very capable of withstanding pressure. Under such huge pressure, he made no mistakes and left no chance for Casillas.
In this case, what Gao Shen needs to do is to try to reduce his pressure instead of adding burden to him.
Moreover, Real Madrid's locker room also needs stability now, and this requires Casillas.
After answering the questions about Casillas, Gao Shen answered many questions one after another, including introducing the team's current injury situation and transfer signings during this year's winter break.
Granero transferred to Real Sociedad. Real Madrid did not make things difficult with the transfer fee, but sold the Pirates for five million euros. This is also hoping that Granero can have a better career in Real Sociedad.
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AS revealed that Real Madrid's move actually has another meaning, which is to build a good relationship with Real Sociedad.
The current midfielder of this team, Yin Liarramendi, is performing very well and is known as the new Xabi Alonso, and Real Madrid has also been eyeing this young local midfielder for a long time.
AS revealed that Granero's transfer was considered a move by Real Madrid, who still want to sign Yinliarramendi in this summer's transfer market.
Gao Shen did not reveal any more information about this summer's transfers, but once again reiterated that the team will not introduce or sell players during the winter break.
"I am satisfied with the team's current lineup and I believe we can complete the three-line game."
Gao Shen also explained that this is mainly because there are no players that Real Madrid needs in the transfer market.
But Gao Shen has repeatedly emphasized that Real Madrid's current lineup has enough strength to compete for various championships.
"I still say the same thing, we are confident that we will win at least one significant championship trophy before the end of this season!"
This is also Gao Shen’s commitment to Real Madrid fans!
