Chapter 88: Alan Shearer's Approval, Copenhagen Flat Ball (Asking for a Monthly Pass)
"Breaking the Premier League's single-season scoring record? Does Chen Yufeng's words seem too arbitrary, with 24 rounds left in the league, no goalscorer dares to guarantee that he will be able to score 17 goals. ”
In the latest issue of Sky Sports' football column, host Georgie Thompson invited two special guests to start a new episode of the show.
Georgie Thompson first used a statement to divert today's topic, "We all know that the Premier League's single-season goal record is 34 goals held by Andy Cole and Alan Shearer. ”
"If you want to break this record, Chen Yufeng needs to score at least 17 goals."
"Of course, we don't think Chen Yufeng doesn't have this ability, he has shown his efficiency in the last 14 rounds of the league, and he has the probability to do that."
"But isn't it too arrogant to say it yourself? Or is it too confident about the future? ”
With that, Georgie Thompson pointed to the other side, where the two Premier League single-season goal record holders were sitting in place.
They are, the underrated all-round goalscorer, Andy Cole, and the Premier League's all-time goal record holder, Alan Shearer.
Sure enough, even if the media didn't express their opinions at the time, they would still grab Chen Yufeng's words after the game.
They're always like that, they like to chase hot spots and bring up some discussions.
This actually reflects Chen Yufeng's current influence from the side, and his every sentence may be discussed by everyone, becoming the front page headline of the day, and has a huge response.
"These two don't need to be introduced too much, they are two of the best goalscorers in the history of the Premier League."
Georgie Thompson had a smile on his face, "They have all played for Newcastle in their careers, but their careers have gone in and out of the wrong way. ”
"Mr Andy Cole hasn't been with Newcastle for a long time, but the record of 34 goals in a single season was played at Newcastle."
'As for Mr Alan Shearer, he has been with Newcastle for a long time and is the most influential player in the club's history, but his record of 34 goals was scored at Blackburn.
"It's really an oolong."
“……”
"Haha."
Andy Cole laughed when he heard this, and modestly explained: "At the end of the last century, Newcastle played jaw-dropping attacking football. ”
'We had very good players, we had a lot of English football greats, and with them behind me, I just had to do what I had to do and scored 34 goals.
'Alan Shearer's goalscoring record is even more valuable and that's why he's the Premier League's all-time leading goalscorer.'
"A total of 260 goals in the English top flight in his career, what a horrible number."
"No, no, no." These words made Alan Shearer next to him feel a little embarrassed, and hurriedly waved his hand and said: "I know how difficult it is to score so many goals, Andy, you don't have to be too modest." ”
The two looked at each other and smiled, and everything was silent.
Georgie Thompson smiled and watched the two chat, and then began to play her own role in pulling the conversation to where people wanted to hear.
"So, what do the two of you think about what Chen Yufeng said after the last game?"
She would love to hear the two of them lash out at Mr. Chen, as it would create a bigger buzz and help her vent.
"Alain Shearer first, he's more qualified than me." Andy Cole kicked the ball to Alan Shearer, not wanting to start the conversation first.
"Okay."
Alan Shearer raised his eyebrows, looking a little helpless, but then smiled and said: "It's hard to say the word 'impossible' for such a top striker. ”
"What else could he possibly do?"
'If he had a longer career and stayed in the Premier League long enough, not to mention the single-season goalscoring record, all my records could have been surpassed by him.'
Good people are always attracted to each other, especially these good strikers.
As long as they don't fight on the court, they are still very harmonious off the field, which is why Alan Shearer can appreciate Chen Yufeng.
He's been retired for years and doesn't need to compete for anything.
At this age, Alan Shearer wants to see the game with appreciation, and he does.
'Yes, 260 goals, 11 hat-tricks, he can do it as long as he wants to stay in the Premier League.
Alan Shearer spread his hands and was very resolute: "Some people say that he is old, and indeed, he is indeed not young. ”
"But before he retired, I felt like he could have done a lot, even at the all-time level."
'Let's go back to the record of 34 goals in a single season, which I think is perfectly fine for him, and he doesn't need to do it next season, just this season.
Georgie Thompson on the side was stunned for a moment, standing in place with an embarrassed smile, not knowing how to answer these words.
Sky Sports invited the two to create a buzz, and the planners hoped that the two would be angry with Chen Yufeng and make some negative comments.
In this way, this episode of the program is effective and has a topic point.
It's all like Alan Shearer said, so what else does the show do?
"What about Mr. Andy Cole?" Georgie Thompson had no choice but to set his eyes on Andy Cole on the side.
As soon as she turned her head, she had actually noticed that something was wrong, because Andy Cole was staring at Alan Shearer's face, smiling and nodding all the time, as if he was very satisfied with his remarks.
'Alan Shearer has said everything he can say, and I have no record other than a single-season goal.
Andy Cole smiled and spread his hands, "Therefore, I have nothing to add, and I am equally optimistic that Chen Yufeng can do this." ”
"Ah...... Hahaha. Georgie Thompson laughed awkwardly when he saw the two of them staring at him, even if he tried his best to cover it up, his face was still a little uncomfortable.
She set her eyes on the script in her hand and saw the second part - active debate.
How to debate?
Who is going to tell her now, how to argue the hell?
Neither of them has an opinion of herself, so do you have to let her be like a clown, putting forward some unrealistic arguments next to her, accusing the two of saying something wrong?
She turned her attention to the third part of the script - discussing whether Chen Yufeng had a chance to get close to the record in the future.
How to discuss?
People think that this season can be broken, where is the future?
Georgie Thompson was completely embarrassed, and was gradually moving towards the step of the broadcast accident.
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Two days later, when the European football scene continued to talk about more than an undercurrent.
The first match of the final round of Group G of the Champions League group stage was played at the Youngbredel Stadium, home of Club Brugge.
Because Club Brugge still has a faint hope of qualifying, they did not give up this game, but sent their whole main force to Copenhagen at home.
For them, only one win can have the possibility of qualifying.
As a result, the game was wide open from the start, with a fast pace of attack.
In terms of the strength of the two teams, Copenhagen have a slight advantage, which is why they were able to play a big score in the first leg.
But today, with a home game and high morale, Club Brugge managed to equalize that disadvantage.
Judging from the scene, the two teams have gone back and forth.
The head coaches on both sides were anxiously pacing on the sidelines, sometimes waving in celebration and sometimes holding their foreheads in regret.
Everything was going on at a fast pace, and the constant goals made the game a goal shootout.
"Beep! Beep! Beep ——! ”
Finally, when the referee blew the long whistle three times, the head coaches of both sides walked to the sidelines with blue faces and shook hands and hugged.
Looking at the scoreboard, Club Brugge 3:3 Copenhagen, drawn.
This score not only made Brugge directly out, but also brought Copenhagen to the point of life and death.
Copenhagen head coach Solbakken, when he high-fived and hugged the players after the game, his face was always more solemn.
Although he said that in the last game, he once put down the harsh words of Nuno, saying that Leicester City will definitely beat them to a big loss, and Copenhagen only needs a draw to ensure qualification in this game.
But that's just a joke in a hostile relationship, and who really doesn't want to hold their fate firmly in their own hands, even if it's only 50 percent.
Now it seems that they have to hand everything over to Leicester City.
'Not just a win, but a win with at least three goal difference.'
Solbakken muttered, the Nordic strong man was red from the top of his head to his neck, and he looked very nervous.
Even if he usually appears in front of everyone in a tough guy way, but at this time, for the dream of qualifying for the Champions League group, he wants to shout at the camera.
"Ranieri! Save me!! Chen Yufeng! Save me!! ”
At this time, Ranieri and Chen Yufeng are to Solbakken what Goodwin is to Brother Leisu, and they are more critical.
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At the same time, Portugal, Porto training base.
Nuno sat in his office and waved excitedly in celebration at the news of the draw between the two teams.
"Beautiful! This damn Solbakken really didn't win Brugge away from home! ”
He looked extremely excited, "Now, we only need a draw to get out of the group!" ”
"Let Copenhagen leave the Champions League, let Solbakken's Leicester licking dog die!"
The assistant coach next to him also smiled and nodded, and even clapped his hands, very arrogant.
After a long time, everyone who had calmed down sat together and began to discuss countermeasures.
There are only one last point left to qualify, and as long as they can hold on to a draw, they will be able to qualify.
'At home to Leicester, I think it's still about defending, as long as we have the will of steel and the counter-attack efficiently! We're going to be able to take them down! ”
An assistant coach expressed his thoughts, and at first glance he was a more obvious conservative, "Even if we don't hold it, as long as we don't concede too many goals, we can still qualify." ”
'Don't forget, Copenhagen are level on points with us with one game in hand, and we're two goal difference ahead of them.
"So, I think it's best to be on the defensive."
His words were recognized by many people, and many people echoed them, thinking that this was the safest way.
Nuno nodded at first, but after pinching his chin and thinking for a while, he frowned.
Indeed, in this kind of game where a draw can qualify, or even a small defeat can qualify, defense is the best choice, and it is also a common choice for everyone.
But couldn't Leicester guess this kind of move of theirs?
Definitely yes.
Moreover, they themselves have a relationship with Leicester City, and all the fans are waiting to teach them a good lesson at home and vent their bad anger.
In this case, to put the bus on defense, isn't this a recruitment for the team?
It will also make him lose the trust and love of the fans.
"Nope."
Nuno said something different, his eyes shining brightly, "Against Leicester City, we have to play attacking football. ”
The few people next to him instantly turned their eyes to Nuno, not quite understanding why Nuno did this.
"Soldiers, sophistry is ......"
Nuno stretched out his right hand and shook his hand as he said, "This is what I learned in a military book recently, and it is also very applicable to football games." ”
'I know that the first thing Porto have to think about is whether they can qualify from the group and put the rest aside.
"But just when the whole world thought we were going to defend at home, and we suddenly played an attacking stance, what do you think would happen?"
Nuno had a little excitement in his expression, "You know, as long as we get one more goal, Leicester City will have to score four goals to send us out." ”
"Is that possible?"
"Hehe......"
Nuno sneered, then stood up, stood in front of the tactical board in high spirits, and began to arrange his own technical and tactical play and arrangement.
The few people behind him touched their chins, looked at them seriously, and nodded slightly after looking at them for a while, as if they were still more optimistic about Nuno's arrangement.
Rush?
Is this Nuno's arrangement?
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On the other side, Leicester City Training Centre, in the conference room.
"Nuno has the potential to put a bus on the defensive, or he has to play a surprise attack."
Ranieri is always very calm, he pointed to the tactical board, "That's not important to us, do what we have to do, play 100% strength and fighting spirit." ”
"It's very easy to win."
'We don't have to think about whether we can help Copenhagen or whether Porto can qualify.
"Do what you have to do, set the right attitude, what should come will come, and everything you want will be owned."
"Got it?"
The players nodded their heads in agreement.
Ranieri set his eyes on Chen Yufeng, who stood up and raised his right arm: "Leicester City, come on!" ”
"Leicester City...... Come on! All the players stood up and shouted these words in high spirits.
Their eyes reveal the desire for the game and the anticipation for the future.
In two days' time, they will travel to Portugal to face Porto at the Stadio de Dragons!
Even if Ranieri says that it doesn't matter if he sends Porto out of the tournament or not, they won't think that way.
All they will really listen to is Ranieri's last sentence, and if you do your best, you will get everything you want!
What do they most want to have?
That was certainly a hearty win that sent Porto out......
(End of chapter)