The match between Arsenal and Norwich City ended with a five-goal win for the former. However, after the game, it did not cause much repercussions. After all, it is not a focus battle, and the difference in strength between Arsenal and Norwich is too wide.

And Qin Shou behaved decently in this game, except for a few long-range shots that posed a certain threat to the opponent's goal, the rest of the time behaved very average - in fact, under the suppression of Arsenal's fierce attack, Norwich's attack has not been able to play, and there is not even a decent counterattack. As a midfielder, it is difficult for the opponent to even pass through the midfield, so Qin Shou naturally has little use.

The only good news is that Liverpool, who are ranked third in the league in this game, was unexpectedly upset in the Blackburn Rovers game, and actually lost 0:1 at home, and Arsenal, who have been in good form recently, have won four consecutive victories, gradually caught up, and beat Liverpool's 34 points with 36 points, and climbed to the third place in the standings.

It is worth mentioning that Manchester United and Chel, who are at the top and second in the table, are 41 and 39 points respectively, only five points away from the top. Of course, it's not too much, five points, which is the difference between two games. If they take their chances, Arsenal may not have lost the chance to complete the comeback in the second half of the league.

The renewed hope of a league trophy has made the whole Arsenal squad look extremely excited. Coach Arsene Wenger also showed a smile that he hadn't seen for a long time this season because of the team's troubles, and after the game, he announced that the team would be disbanded on the spot and that the players would be able to play on their own in Norwich and then go home on their own. Of course, you can also follow the team back to London and then choose how you want to spend the four-day holiday.

Qin Shou naturally chose to return to London with the bus, he had no relatives here, and he didn't like to participate in the nightclub activities of his teammates, so he declined the invitation of Walcott and Henry and others, and got on the bus back to London.

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I have to say that although the town of Norwich is not big, the scenery is very good. Unlike London, which is always grey and gloomy skies, Norwich has a nice job of greenery and fresh air. Through the glass window, Qin Shou could see the columns of trees that looked like guards beside the receding street. At this time, it was already night, Qin Shou slightly turned his head out of the window, and he could occasionally see a few stars twinkling in the night sky.

This made Qin Shou feel as happy as if he had discovered a new continent. He has been in England for so long, he has only been in London, and the gray sky is still haze except for haze, even if there is a sunny day, he can still feel a trace of gloom hidden in the sun. And now that he can see the stars, it makes Qin Shou feel like he hasn't seen it for a long time.

"Beautiful, isn't it? Green trees, evening breezes, and brilliant stars...... Ha, what a beautiful picture. Just as Qin Shou was constantly searching for the stars in the night sky, a gentle voice came.

Qin Shou turned his head, but saw that the head coach Wenger, who was originally sitting in the front row, actually walked in front of him, and then sat down in the front row.

"When I was in France, I was able to see it too, and I loved it." Wenger smiled slightly, looked at the scenery outside the car window, and said as if to himself, "But after going to London, I rarely go home, and I spend almost only four or five days a year in my hometown." In fact, everything is good in London, there are teams I love, there are young lads, there are fans who like us...... It's just that the weather is not very good, and it is always gloomy. ”

Qin Shou nodded, feeling the same way.

"Actually, it's nothing. As long as you have a heart that loves football, you are happy enough. Wenger withdrew his eyes and looked at Qin Shou, "It's just that sometimes I miss my hometown very much." What about you, Qin, are you homesick? ”

"Uh......"

The professor's inquiry instantly pulled Qin Shou back to that long but familiar memory, all kinds of wildflowers all over the mountains and fields in his hometown, and many small grasses whose names were unknown, when the wind blew, wildflowers and grasses swayed and fluttered, he and his companions laughed and laughed, chased and frolicked, and left their footprints everywhere. And they like to lie on the grass at night, smell the fragrance of flowers and plants, let the breeze blow their cheeks, and count the stars in the sky, one, two......

"Yes."

Qin Shou shook his head and nodded affirmatively.

"Huh." Wenger smiled noncommittally, and suddenly reached out and rubbed Qin Shou's head, that kind expression, as if he was lovingly encouraging his juniors, "Life is like this, it is always full of choices. When you're chasing the same thing, you're likely to have to give up something else. In fact, whether it's right or wrong, as long as it's your choice, you should give it a try. ”

Qin Shou didn't know what the professor's brainless words meant, and he didn't know how to interface, so he could only nod.

This kind of Wenger makes Qin Shou a little confused, the professor is gentle and elegant on weekdays, and it is rare to see him gossiping with others. Qin Shou looked around with some doubts, the car was empty, except for a few coaches and team staff, there were very few players who returned to London with the bus. This made Qin Shou slightly relieved, the professor was bored, so he was looking for himself to chat.

"Have you adapted to the environment in England? life, or the football environment......" Wenger didn't care about Qin Shou's seemingly understanding nod, he always maintained a gentle smile on his face, but changed the conversation, "I asked a stupid question." You did well in both rounds, even better than I expected. ”

"Thank you, sir." Faced with the professor's praise, Qin Shou was a little flattered.

"Don't be embarrassed, it's good. I rarely praise players to my face, but I don't lie. "But you're still young, you still have a long career, remember, don't be influenced by all kinds of temptations off the football field, no matter when, even if you become a superstar in the future, know that you are a professional footballer, everything you have, football gives you." It can give you everything, it can take it all back, you need to run tirelessly with a grateful heart, and don't stop. If you stop, football won't wait for you. ”

"Yes, sir." Qin Shou nodded very seriously.

Is this a warning, or a commandment?

Qin Shou suddenly thought of a post he saw on the Internet a long time ago, and the protagonist of the post was none other than Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger. There was only one word he had to say – although in the eyes of many, I was a successful football manager. Yes, I don't deny that. Someone asked me why I still don't have a good life when I have a lot of assets, I can buy a luxury house, a famous car, and I can live a good life. What I want to say is that in this life, people come and go naked, have two meals, and have a bed, which is enough. Why should I go and live a life of luxury? I'm a football manager and all I want to be happy is football, so everything else, for me, doesn't matter.

That's what the professor says, and he does it day after day, year after year. He has always been mindful of his role as a professional football coach and in his world, nothing but football matters.

"Since I have chosen this path, then I will always remember that I am a professional footballer and I will never forget it." Qin Shou said to himself silently but firmly in his heart.

The atmosphere between the two was a little solemn, but with a chuckle from Wenger, it seemed that the heaviness of the previous question gradually disappeared.

"When I'm older, I have a lot to say." Wenger smiled, got up and patted Qin Shou's shoulder, and then walked towards the front row. Suddenly, he turned back and smiled at Qin Shou, "By the way, I forgot to say, Qin, MerryChristmas!"

"You too, sir." Qin Shou was stunned for a moment, then responded with a smile, "MerryChristmas!" ”

Turning his head, the roads on both sides were still retreating rapidly, the trees were still standing quietly, the evening breeze was blowing, and the corners of Qin Shou's mouth were slightly raised.

It's Christmas.

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When Qin Shou opened his eyes, he saw that the sky outside the window was still gray. He looked up at the alarm clock next to the bed, and it was just a quarter past five.

He swept the red calendar with the Arsenal club crest not far away, which showed today's date: December 24.

It's the third day back in London and the third day of the holiday.

And today is the traditional holiday of the West, Christmas Eve.

Qin Shou, who has lived in the United States for nearly a year, knows very well the status of Christmas in the minds of Westerners, just like the Spring Festival of Chinese, which is the most joyful holiday that everyone looks forward to.

However, when he was in the United States, Qin Shou didn't have many friends, so the only Christmas he had spent so far in his life was in the Violet Bar, shouting with a group of drinkers who he knew or didn't know and drinking with each other, and then ...... No then. Drunk, he was finally scolded and sent back to the den by old Carl.

And now that he has come to the UK, Qin Shou can only smile bitterly. Although he has made some new friends in the city, they also have their own families, and they also need to be with their families during this festival. For example, Henry, who has returned home to France, said that he wants to spend time with his wife and daughter.

Qin Shou became alone again.

But he is also used to it, life abroad is always accompanied by loneliness, and if he is not used to it, he must get used to it.