When he arrived at the training base, Lin Supo discovered that the country had really made great efforts this time.
Everything is air-freighted from China.
There is even a transfer every day just to give the Chinese team no worries. This kind of logistical support is definitely the highest among the 32 teams. In addition to the players, coaching staff and team doctors, there is also a logistics team of up to 120 people to take care of the players and coaches.
They provide all the needs such as their food and daily life, and are also responsible for settling the players’ families and other tasks.
This shows how high expectations the whole country has for them.
At the press conference, Lin Supo did not hesitate at all. When facing reporters, he directly stated his guarantee:
"Yes, we are here. But entering the World Cup is not the end, but the starting point. Unfortunately, we are in a relatively strong group, but this does not mean that we cannot qualify. Qualifying is only the first place.
I can't guarantee to win the World Cup or anything, but I will try my best to win every game. Mourinho is right, we are not here to travel, so I also give you a guarantee.
, the Chinese team will definitely qualify!"
Mourinho also expressed his approval for Lin Supo. He said in standard Yanjing dialect: "Yes, we will definitely qualify. The remaining three teams had better study each other. They are competitors."
, we need to compete for another qualifying spot. Also, Lin Supo will serve as the captain of the Chinese team in this World Cup, let me tell you here."
boom--
One stone stirs up a thousand waves.
Whether it's the guarantee of qualifying for the master and apprentice, or the change of captain of the national team, it's all big news.
They immediately asked.
"I would like to ask Mourinho, is the change of captain of the national team because of Fan Zhiyi's lack of ability or because of conflicts between you two?"
"Lin Supo, can you tell me what you would do if the national team fails to qualify?"
"Do other players in the national team also agree with this goal?"
"Lin Supo, I heard that Barcelona is interested in buying you. Are you going to play football in Spain?"
"..."
Unfortunately, neither of them responded, and stood up to leave, leaving only the Chinese team’s spokesperson to maintain order at the scene.
Later, when everyone heard the news, they were all frightened.
Fan Zhiyi had no problem with changing the captain, but Lin Supo's guarantee was too scary.
The grouping is so bad, but they are still guaranteed to qualify.
When eating in the cafeteria in the evening.
Fan Zhiyi smiled bitterly and said to Lin Supo: "You kid has made everyone suffer."
"What's the big deal?"
Lin Supo waved his hand nonchalantly and expressed his theory: "Look at our opponents in the same group."
"Very strong!"
"You are so strong, the Netherlands has not won the World Cup, Belgium has not won the World Cup, Mexico has not won the World Cup, and we have not won the World Cup. From this point of view, everyone is the same, so there is no difference between being strong or weak.
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The Chinese team players were all numb.
However, Lin Supo's sophistry also has some truth to it.
Mourinho, who was having dinner with the coaching staff, stood up and applauded, and said with great appreciation: "What Lin Supo said is absolutely correct. We don't have the World Cup. How can the Netherlands beat them? This time, we will let the Netherlands
Look, who is the boss of Group E!"
"roar!"
If Mr. Mourinho is down-to-earth, his morale is really high.
Only Fan Zhiyi and a few other old players were smiling bitterly. If he didn't qualify this time, he would have to double the amount of money he needed to buy groceries.
The Chinese team finally welcomed the return of its core players and began joint training.
From the end of the Champions League final to the start of the World Cup, there will be almost 20 days, and every day is very important.
In the tactical room, Mourinho took the lead in explaining his tactical arrangements.
"Before, when Lin Supo and Shaparev did not return, we used more conservative tactics. I know some people blamed me, but at that time I was already preparing for the World Cup."
Mourinho said with confidence: "We have the best header expert, the only player in Europe who has scored more than 30 header goals in a single season. This is our advantage, so we must amplify this advantage."
"In the World Cup, in addition to resolute defense, we must also seize every opportunity to create set pieces. This is our magic weapon to win. In the coming days, I will arrange several sets of set piece tactics for you to practice. As long as you use them well,
Qualifying is not a problem at all. No one has stipulated that you can win the game if you have a good offense, right?"
Under tremendous pressure, Mourinho evolved.
Chinese players are determined and have good tactical execution, but the gap in personal quality is visible to the naked eye. They have obvious disadvantages in both technology and body.
Under this circumstance, Mourinho was finally forced to reach his peak potential.
The Chinese team's tactics can be summed up in one simple sentence: defend, defend again, and use set pieces to resolve the battle.
However, this simple and crude tactic is more suitable for the national team, which cannot have the same tacit understanding as the club. Of course, the Chinese team has a tacit understanding far better than other teams. After all, the league is playing, so players are assigned to the national team to train together.
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As time goes by, the level of tacit understanding has indeed improved, which is something that other national teams cannot match.
As the days passed, the opening game finally came.
The game of the host France was not placed in the opening game, but Group A kicked off the French Summer.
Brazil 2:1 Scotland and Morocco 2:2 Norway. After two games, the first round of Group A ended. Lin Supo's good friend Suohe failed to score in this game.
It was not until the 13th that the Chinese team ushered in the first game of the World Cup, against Mexico.
The Chinese fans sitting in front of the TV have long been impatient.
"Dear spectators and fans, China's first World Cup match will start in 10 minutes. Today is a moment in history. We finally see our national team in the World Cup."
"I am extremely proud to be able to sit in the commentary box at this moment. I believe we feel the same. Here we wish the Chinese team good results in advance."
Just as Coach Zhang was expressing his feelings, the players from both sides returned to the tunnel.
Lin Supo, who was wearing the captain's armband, also felt a little nervous.
Playing club games and national team games are completely different feelings.
Excitement is also two kinds of excitement.
In the final analysis, only this jersey can awaken the national pride in him.
Follow the referee team onto the green field.
Then he started singing the national anthem, and Lin Supo became completely different.
Responsibility, mission and pride, other than that, he had no other thoughts.
Just follow the exciting music, sing with all your strength, and shout out every syllable.
