Chapter 329: The Battle Curtain Kicks Off

At the press conference before the game, Materazzi, who attended with Mancini, suddenly went berserk, he attacked Chen Yu like a mad dog, scolded Chen Yu for being a soft egg, did not dare to confront him in the middle, and ran to the side to play prestige, although he scored a goal by sneak attack, but Fiorentina still lost after the worst. Materazzi said he would definitely keep a clean sheet against Chen Yu in this game to help Inter Milan win the title on Fiorentina's doorstep

Materazzi's attack on Chen Yu sparked the wrath of Fiorentina fans, with more than 30,000 Fiorentina fans taking to the streets two hours before the match to support Chen, with some Chinese fans even chanting the slogan "Down with Materazzi, Chen Yu scores".

Inter Milan fans and Fiorentina fans had a good relationship, but during the crucial period of the title race, the fans of the two teams also clashed, and Fiorentina police officers stopped a number of brawls in bars and Internet cafes, and also arrested three Inter Milan fans and L Fiorentina fans.

This is the first time that Chinese players have participated in the championship final, and not only thousands of fans have come from the mainland of China, but dozens of football reporters from major newspapers and CCTV commentator Huang Jianxiang have also come to the scene.

With all the leagues in Europe now over, and the Coppa Italia final being the last of the tournament, the competition not only attracted a lot of attention, but also attracted a lot of stars to watch the match between Inter Milan and Fiorentina.

Before the game began, the stands were already full of activity, with flags and banners fluttering, crowds and sounds, and the Inter Milan fans who came to help were in the middle of the crowd of Fiorentina, like an island, almost submerged.

"The Fiorentina fans are very imposing."

Baggio, who appeared in the stands, was dressed in casual clothes, and although he had been retired for less than a year, he already had a slight tendency to get rich.

Batty, who was sitting next to Baggio, smiled: "Frankie Stadium has always been hot, and this is the hell for the visiting team. ”

"So you're optimistic about Fiorentina winning the title." Baggio laughed.

"Of course, I support Florence unconditionally, what about you." Barty asked rhetorically

"I just look at the ball and I'm happy if anyone wins."

Baggio's relaxed expression also proves his neutral mentality.

In another VIP box, Inter Milan's director Tronchetti sat next to Inter's former flag Baresi.

Tronchetti is the owner of Pirelli and Telecom Italia, the second largest investor in Inter Milan, and a loyal supporter of the rabid Inter Milan. If Moratti is the number one fan, then he is the number two fan.

"What do you think of our odds?"

Tronchetti turned his head towards Baresi.

"Five-five."

Baresi had obviously thought about the question for a long time, and he replied without hesitation.

"We only have a 50% chance of winning?"

Tronchetti was a little reluctant to believe his ears.

'Yes, we gave them an away goal and that's important.' Baresi Road.

"I understand, but we've already won a game and now we just need a draw." Tronchetti emphasized.

"Oh, Mr. Tronchetti, you don't understand the importance of scoring away goals, with this goal at the bottom, Fiorentina will dare to attack when they return to home, and we may hold back, and the mentality of both sides will often affect the outcome of the game."

Baresi patiently explained to Tronchetti that he was born as a player and understood that this kind of draw and championship often brought a loss of entrepreneurial spirit to players, so he was not optimistic about Inter Milan.

"After the three of them, who is stronger, us or Florence?" Tronchetti said. "It's still us who is strong, but the strength on paper is useless, it has to be reflected on the pitch." Baresi hit the nail on the head.

Tronchetti laughed: "Mancini is better than Buso." ”

Baresi said: "That's right, but now Fiorentina are going the same way as Mondonico, we just have to see who is more adaptable in the game, and the players who play better. ”

The fans in the stands were talking, and in the locker room, the players on both sides listened to their coaches do the pre-game mobilization with solemn expressions.

“…… After a hard season, we finished third in the league and reached the Champions League, which was a huge win against Fiorentina, who had just been promoted to Serie A, but we could have done better, but we were not consistent enough and lost the chance to win the title, but now another opportunity is in front of us, as long as we can beat Inter Milan in the Coppa Italia to win the title, we will have a perfect season! Right now! The opponent lacks major generals, and our soldiers are strong; The opponents have never done anything in the Coppa Italia, we are cup experts; The opponent came from afar, we were at home, the right time and place were on our side, and there were 90 minutes to go! These 90 minutes will determine whether we are the champion or the runner-up! will determine whether we are heroes or bears! Whether you want to engrave your name on the championship trophy or want to be an incompetent loser, it's up to you!"

Busso's generosity, almost exhausting all his strength, knew that this might be his only chance to win the title in Florence, or his last time in Florence, and his words were heartfelt and resonated with the players, and immediately after he finished speaking, the dressing room burst into applause. In the dressing room of the visiting team. Roberto Mancini is also making the most of his players. “…… It's our ultimate redemption and after a failed season, thankfully we still have a chance to clean up the shame and if we can beat Fiorentina to win the Coppa Italia, we'll be at least better than AC Milan, who have had nothing to do this season. However, Fiorentina is by no means a fish belly, don't look at our victory at home, but everyone knows how difficult it is for us to win, and the difficulties we face in this game must be greater, you must show the spirit of fighting to the death, with the confidence of victory, fight to the last moment, good! Let's go! I await your good news. ”

With Mancini finished, Hodd opened the door to the dressing room.

Outside the locker room, referee Rossetti, the fourth official, and two linesmen's $122 caddies were already waiting there.

The Inter Milan players came out in two columns with the Fiorentina players who came out at about the same time, and walked towards the pitch under the leadership of referee Rossetti.

“…… The head of the league, Mr. Sicarraro, also came, and he also brought the championship trophy...... Whether Fiorentina won the trophy for the seventh time or Inter Milan for the fourth time, it will be clear after 90 minutes......"

“…… The players are out! The first to come out was ...... It was the referee Rossetti ......"

The fans in the stands were ready to applaud and shout, but when they heard the on-site commentator say Rossetti's name, they all held back this breath.

“…… Sejas! Goalkeeper Sejas is out! His performance will determine the outcome of the team...... Behind him was the third captain Dainelli......"

As the commentator reported the names of the players one by one, bursts of warm applause broke out in the stands, and when the on-site commentator reported the name of Chen Yu, the applause on the scene continued for a minute.

After the players appeared one after another, the officials of the Football Association organized the players to take a group photo, and at this time, the on-site commentators also began to introduce the starting lists of both sides, and briefly analyzed the advantages and disadvantages of the tactics of both sides.

“…… There are only two changes to the starting lineup of Inter Milan and the last game, Vieri replaced Cruz, Emre replaced Keely, and now the starting lineup is goalkeeper Toldo, the back four: Zemaria, Mihajlovic, Materazzi and Córdoba, the midfielders are Stankovic, Zanetti, Vieri, Veron, and the forward line is Vieri and Martins, such a lineup is more attacking, obviously, Mancini is not at ease with the 2:1 score, he does not want to hold on to a draw at the Frankie Stadium... …”

Fiorentina's starting line-up was like this, goalkeeper Sejas, back four Maggio, Chiellini, central defenders Dainelli and Uj Farousi, four midfielders: Maresca, Jorgensen, Obordo, and three strikers Chen Yu, Mikoli and Di Natale. Fiorentina has only one position changed compared to the previous game, striker Di Natale replaced the defensive back De Ricari, this 433 formation is more aggressive, from the position of both sides, Chen Yu's position is at the front, he should be used as a center forward, Di Natale and Mikoli play wingers, although from the perspective of threat, Di Natale and Mikoli are not as good as Chen Yu, but these two people's skills are comprehensive, and they can cross from the side, It is also possible to cut inside and shoot on its own, and the three of them may be more versatile up front than Rigano is on the pitch......"

Force!

While the commentator was still chattering, with the referee Rossetti's whistle, the second leg of the Coppa Italia final kicked off.

The first kick-off was Inter Milan, who were playing away.

Inter Milan won 2-1 in the first leg, and in this game, as long as they get a draw, or lose by a goal on a 3-2 basis, they can win their fourth trophy.

Before the game, many people thought that Inter Milan would play conservatively in this game, but after the game started, Inter Milan surprised the fans at the scene, their desire to attack was very strong, and they pressed out at the beginning, playing a momentum to destroy Fiorentina away.

Fiorentina can only win this tournament by winning, of course, they will not be conservative, under the leadership of Chen Yu, Fiorentina also went all out, playing a strong momentum. (To be continued)