Chapter 543: Cheat Device for Improving Historical Status (Coming to the Ranking)
Roberto Baggio won two Serie A championships and a UEFA Cup championship in his career.
Won the World Footballer and Ballon d'Or in 1993!
He participated in three World Cups and scored nine goals, helping Italy win third place in the 1990 World Cup and second place in the 1994 World Cup.
Among them, in the 1994 final against Brazil, Baggio missed a key penalty and watched Brazil win the Hercules Cup.
His lonely back made countless fans sad.
But it was this scene that made people feel the beauty of regret, and Baggio became an eternal legend.
This year, Matthäus also lost to Brazil and finished second, which reminded people of Baggio.
As a result, Matthäus's historical status has risen instead of falling, tying with Maradona.
What does it mean for Baggio to join Manchester City?
Could it be that... he also wants to improve his historical status in the last one or two years before the end of his career?
After all, Matthaus mentioned Deng Kai's achievements to him many times in his two retirement ceremonies.
In his words: "I never thought about joining Sporting Lisbon. Forgive me, I really looked down on this kind of Portuguese Super League team at the time! But when Deng Kai told me, I wanted to join Sporting Lisbon to clear my name!"
"Yes, at the beginning, I just wanted to prove it for myself. I just wanted everyone to know that it was not my fault for the German team's disastrous defeat in the 2000 European Cup! I should not be a sinner, and every player who participated in the game should not
Should be a sinner."
"However, I never dreamed that Deng Kai would lead me to win eight trophies in two years! This even includes a Champions League and a UEFA Cup!"
"Damn it! I suggest all old guys at the end of their careers to assist Zuo Deng Kai, because your gains will definitely be greater than what you originally thought!"
"He's like a cheating machine that has elevated his status in history!"
Of course, this alone is not enough.
The second reason why Baggio joined Manchester City was Guardiola.
Baggio is Guardiola's idol.
When Deng Kai initially persuaded Guardiola to join Sporting Lisbon, Guardiola wanted to join Brescia where Baggio was.
Guardiola has even contacted Baggio and said, idol, I am here to help you!
result……
Just asking if you are embarrassed.
But Guardiola would never have imagined that Baggio would contact him regardless of past suspicions and inquire about Deng Kai.
Guardiola, a talented person, heard what Baggio meant at that time and immediately fanned the flames and invited Baggio to join Manchester City.
"Deng Kai welcomes Baggio to join: No matter how many years have passed, you will always be the melancholy prince in our hearts!"
"Guardiola: This time, I can finally play football with my idol! I love Baggio!"
Even a superstar in his twilight years is still a superstar!
Especially for the Premier League, Serie A stars are naturally superior.
Because in the era when the Premier League was most looked down upon, Serie A was the top of this chain of contempt.
Even though the current Premier League continues to boast that it has surpassed Serie A by a lot.
But when they faced Italian stars, they still couldn't help but show timidity.
It cannot be said that I cannot stand up after kneeling for a long time.
The main thing is... after all, it is the memory of a generation.
The English media have reported on Baggio's joining.
In terms of combat effectiveness, people don't think that the 35-year-old Baggio can bring any big changes to Manchester City.
His role is not much greater than that of Robbie Fowler.
But in terms of influence, this is so important.
Manchester City is gradually beginning to become the focus of the Premier League.
"Sky Sports" even opened a column in confusion, analyzing: "Why is it that only Manchester City can frequently introduce superstars from Serie A and La Liga?"
Manchester United is certainly attractive, but it's not that strong either.
Otherwise, people like Batistuta and Totti would have come to the Premier League long ago.
Not to mention Arsenal, as the "second brother of the Premier League", the Serie A players who come to them are basically losers in Serie A competition.
Henry: I advise you to speak calmly.
Why Manchester City?
Looking back at Sporting Lisbon back then, the Portuguese Super League was far less attractive than the Premier League.
But Matthäus, Guardiola, Deschamps...
The result is already obvious.
Because of Deng Kai!
That's the only factor the two teams have in common right now.
After all, you couldn't possibly think it was Fonte, right?
With the joining of Baggio.
"Knowing Football Emperor" specially conducted an interview with him, in which Baggio also revealed the most important reason why he joined Manchester City.
Jiang Yunzhu: "Roberto, have you ever watched your future teammates play?"
Baggio: "Apart from the World Cup, the most recent game I watched was last season's Champions League final."
Jiang Yunzhu: "Oh my god, you were actually there? You must have been in disguise at the time, but we don't have any news."
Baggio smiled and said: "Yes, I am bringing my family."
Jiang Yunzhu: "What was the most impressive scene in that game for you?"
Baggio: "The scene when Deng Kai missed the penalty kick. I thought of myself, really..."
Jiang Yunzhu: "So you joined Manchester City hoping to help your former self? In a sense, is this self-salvation?"
Baggio shook his head and turned the camera to his jersey collection: "I have more jerseys of famous players, but my children don't care about them."
"Did you see that one? It's the one in the best position and can be seen at a glance."
"My youngest son got it by himself, in the Champions League final in May this year. Deng Kai saved Zidane's penalty kick and dribbled the ball out of the penalty area. After completing the victory, he threw the jersey into the stands.
superior."
"My son is the lucky child. I have never seen him so happy."
"As a father, I have nothing to repay. I can only express my gratitude to Deng Kai in this way...Okay...you see, my son is urging me to get Deng Kai's autographed football again."
"He actually doesn't admire me, the melancholy prince, at all. He only loves the King of Alvalade!"
A little boy's voice came from outside the camera: "No! Kai is now the King of Manchester! He is the Emperor of the Premier League!"
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Baggio's joining has huge promotional significance for the Premier League.
People are also full of expectations for Manchester City's new season.
At least, emotionally, Manchester City is full.
Deng Kai: Is this full?
"Hey, Peter... don't worry, I definitely don't mean to threaten you... I understand that you are living a good life in Denmark, but Casper... you know, his mood has been a bit up and down recently..." Deng Kai
While chatting with Schmeichel, "Have you watched Baggio's interview?"
"Baggio said he had never seen his children so happy. To be honest, I think you must have never seen Casper's smile when he received a long-term contract from Manchester City's youth training."
"I heard your criticism of Casper. You are not optimistic about his goalkeeping career, but... I am optimistic about it. I think you should have a good talk."