Yan Feng followed the team to Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus. Pen | fun | pavilion www. ｂｉｑｕｇｅ。 infoThis is a large island in the Mediterranean Sea south of Turkey. The scenery of this small country is very good, and it is a little hotter during this time. Of course, the temperature of 356 degrees is very common for Yan Feng, a person living in Guangdong.

It was the first time Yan Feng had come to this island country, and it was also the first time he had heard that there was such a country in Europe. After all, there are more than 200 countries in the world, and not every country is well-known.

After arriving in Cyprus, Yan Feng learned that this small island country was still in a state of division between the north and the south. A country with a population of about 850,000 is divided into two halves, and these European countries really do not have the idea of great unity.

Of course, it is precisely this kind of national situation that the level of football has developed quite well. This had to make Yan Feng sigh. Europeans really see football as a part of their lives. With such a small population, you can also make a team that can reach the quarterfinals of the Champions League.

After all, it was the first time to come, and of course Yan Feng wanted to find a chance to have a good time. Not to mention, the scenery of this Mediterranean island nation is really good. And Yan Feng heard Sandel say that Cyprus's beauty and perfume are very famous. It is said that the true birthplace of wine and perfume is Cyprus, not France, as everyone thinks.

There is such a thing. Naturally, Yan Feng bought some red wine and perfume as a souvenir. These two things happen to be what women like, and Yan Feng bought one for Zhou Yun and Li Xue'er each.

While the competition is bound to be intense, it's a good way to adjust when you have the opportunity to visit the area. It's just that this situation has become in the media in other European countries.

"Coming to Cyprus as a tourist would be a great experience for Granada. I believe that the style of Cyprus will be the biggest gain of their trip. ”

"The Granada players had a great time, and this kind of downbeat is still worthy of praise. ”

"As rookies in the Europa League, it seems that they know they need to take advantage of the rare opportunity to experience something other than the game. ”

Such a comment, although it seems quite mild, anyone can hear it, this is the Granada team. This is simply mild criticism and flattening.

Of course, these are all comments from the media in other countries. It would not be so polite if the Cypriot media were talking about the Granada team.

"Welcome to Cyprus, the Athletic Team of Greece will treat you well. ”

"Welcome European rookie from La Liga. Are you ready for enough tuition?"

"Athletic Bilbao came before and they left in disgrace. They finished fifth in La Liga in 15/16. This time Granada finished fifth in La Liga in 16/17. Athletic Bilbao, a team with a lot of experience in Europe, were disappointed. And Granada, the rookie team playing in the Europa League for the first time?"

Yes, this time in Cyprus, apart from the local media in Granada, there are basically not many media who are optimistic about them. And as the game gets closer and closer, there are more and more news comments like the one above that hit the morale of his army.

As it was indeed the first time to participate in the Europa League, the Granada team was quite concerned about everyone's opinion of their trip. Seeing so many comments that don't have hope for them, it's fake not to be depressed.

In addition to being depressed, Yan Feng often used it as a tool to encourage his teammates in training.

"Come on, brothers. We're rookies. That's right. However, we have a saying in China called "stupid birds fly first". Work hard, we don't lose anyone. ”

"It's not inevitable that a rookie can't do it. We'll tell those people that even rookies can topple the old birds. ”

The effect of the exciting stimulation is still good. The Granada team was very engaged and their morale was very high in training before the match day. Such an atmosphere gave Yan Feng great confidence in his teammates.

Soon, the match day approached, and Yan Feng was once again taken by coach Alcaraz to attend the pre-match press conference.

Although Yan Feng always felt troubled in his heart when he was interviewed by the media. This time, however, he had no resistance.

At the pre-game press conference, as Yan Feng expected, there were reporters who talked about rookies.

And Yan Feng, of course, was unceremoniously and directly scolded. "What about rookies? Young eagles can also hunt pigeons. ”

"It's useless to say anything now, see the highs and lows in the game. ”

"It's our first time playing in the Europa League, but it won't be the last. It won't be the last of the season. We will do our best to go further in the Europa League. ”

Although Yan Feng said confidently at the pre-game press conference, not much was bought by the media.

"A hard-mouthed rookie can't recognize reality. Reality can educate him. ”

"China Yan is full of confidence, but the Europa League is not as simple as he imagined. ”

At this point, all the public opinion contests before the game are here.

Soon, it was race day.

After arriving at GSP Stadium, Yan Feng felt the excitement of participating in the AFC Champions League for the first time when he was still in the Chinese Super League.

The GSP Stadium, which can accommodate more than 20,000 people, is filled with home fans. Although compared with the stadium with more than 50,000 or 60,000 yuan, it seems a lot simpler. However, the enthusiasm of the home fans still made Yan Feng feel the atmosphere of the away battle.

When Yan Feng and his teammates warmed up on the field, a neat shout came from the stands: "Rookie, welcome to travel." ”

Hearing this, Yan Feng turned his head to look at the stands and saw some paintings of birds that could not fly. There are also some painted birdies, cartoons in the home team's yellow jerseys holding knives and forks ready to eat.

"Hehe!" For such a thing, Yan Feng only chuckled. Some fans just like it and try their best to demoralize their opponents. Like the major fans of the Chinese Super League, the most popular is the little green turtle.

After the warm-up, Yan Feng and his teammates returned to the locker room. Once in the dressing room, Alcaraz began his pre-match mobilization. "See? Do you want to be a rookie who has been cooked, or do you want to be an eagle taking off. ”

"Eagles, of course. ”

"They're our prey!" replied the players in good spirits.

"Good. This time we must tell everyone in Europe that we are the Eagles who have just taken off. What old birds are just our prey!" Alcaraz continued to cheer.

Seeing that the morale of the team is good. Alcaraz was satisfied. This is the first time he has led the team to a European level. He takes it more seriously than ever. Of course, it is inevitable that there is some tension in my heart.

After finishing his speech and repeating the tactics that had been laid out a long time ago, Alcaraz asked everyone to leave the dressing room and prepare for the game.

"Hopefully the lads don't let me down. This is a new beginning in my life. ”