World's No.1 Football Manager

Chapter 573 Advance to Top 8

With the busy schedule, time passed quickly.

Originally, Gao Yuan only needed to worry about the affairs of the club, but now everything is on the right track, and he even has time to enjoy the holiday.But since he took over the position of head coach of the national blue team, he has a lot more things to worry about.

He needs to pay attention to the situation of every player who has studied abroad in Europe and the United States, grasp their performance and status, select the most outstanding players to enter the national team, formulate training plans and plans for the national blue team, and formulate long-term training programs for those little demons who are temporarily unable to be selected for the national team but have great potential.

Gao Yuan's workload doubled. Sometimes when he and Vice Chairman Gao Hongbo were reporting on their work, he couldn't help complaining, "The Football Association has really done a good deal. Give me such a small salary and let me do so much work. You guys are like a week in the middle of the night!"

Gao Hongbo comforted, "Those who are able work harder! The greater the ability, the greater the responsibility!"

After the consolation, he joked, "If you think it's too hard to shoulder the burden, or you can just resign from the club and focus on the national team, it will be much easier!"

Listen, this is what people say!
Of course Gao Yuan didn't do it: "The national team is just a part-time job. How can I quit my job and go to work as a part-time job! The national team only pays so much. If it weren't for the club's salary, I would have to drink the Northwest wind!"

"Okay, stop crying about being poor here! Who doesn't know that you are the major shareholder of Yuanshuai Company, and your company has managed so many beautiful businesses over the years, and has already made a lot of money!"

Gao Yuan was stunned, "Chairman Gao, I am innocent, you can go to Tianyan to check, I have no equity involvement with the brokerage company, I am an ordinary coach signed by Yuanshuai Company!"

Gao Hongbo scolded with a smile: "Okay! You still pretend to be in front of me, who is fooled by all the twists and turns in it! You are really stupid to be the leader of the Football Association? But let me remind you, I know this matter, and everyone else knows it well. The reason why it hasn't been brought up is because it hasn't been the right time. When you leave and memorize your words, the team's record is not good. This is a powerful crime brought out by those who oppose you! Big trouble!"

Gao Yuan also smiled: "Leader, I'm relieved if you say that! If those people want to wait until my record is not good before bringing up the matter, then they will hold it back for the rest of their lives! They will never wait until that day! Haha"

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Once busy, time becomes very fast.

After the winter break, Maritimo continued to sing all the way in the league and cup competitions.

With the second transfer of the league, Maritimo's first team has been adjusted again, and several potential monsters have been added, and the team's immediate combat power and potential have been further enhanced.

The team also sold some players, but mainly old players and second-team players who couldn't play, and their strength was not damaged.

Although there are top European giants waving checkbooks and wanting to sign young talents such as Wang Zi, Niu Gensheng, and Qu Sai, Maritimo, who wants to make a big difference this season, of course will not sell at this time.

The only thing that is a bit special is Ronaldo. His wonderful performance has attracted the attention of many clubs. His ownership club Real Madrid has received offers from at least 5 clubs.

The bet between Gao Yuan and Real Madrid has been won!

Real Madrid wanted to sell Ronaldo, but Ronaldo strongly demanded to play a full season in Maritimo.In the end, Maritimo retained the Colombian superstar this season at the cost of loaning a small demon to Real Madrid.

What moved Florentino was not only the rented demon, but also Gao Yuan's promise.

"Trust me, when the dust settles in this season's Champions League, Ronaldo will be worth more than now!"

In February, the second round of the UEFA Champions League round of 2 will be held.

Maritimo hosts Tottenham Hotspur.

Tottenham lost two generals, Sun Xingmin and Harry Kane, in the last game, and their strength was greatly damaged.

Two goals behind in the first round, and it was an away game again. The right time, place and people were not on my side, so the fighting spirit was not strong.

Even among Tottenham fans, the attitude towards this game is not positive.Most fans think that instead of fighting for the hopeless Champions League, it is better to concentrate on playing the Premier League.

After all, it has entered February, and the Premier League has also entered the most anxious stage.

At the beginning of the game, Mourinho obviously learned the lesson of the previous tragic high-altitude bombing in the formation, made special tactical arrangements, and sent a tall defensive lineup.

Unexpectedly, his tactical preparations were completely in vain!

Maritimo's lineup has changed a lot from the previous game.

On the front line, high center Dzeko did not play at all and was replaced by Pan Xinyue.

The full-backs Liu Yun and Vukovic who performed well in the previous game were also replaced by Ronaldo and Jolla. The two full-backs Antonio and Casetinho with a balanced offense and defense also became Aguilar and Danso with stronger offensive power.

The starting lineup changed 5 people in one go!The striker and the two wingers have all been changed!
The drastic change in personnel announced that the entire style of play has also completely changed.

Pan Xinyue is a running forward. The way his teammates deliver shells to him is mainly through direct passes and oblique plugs. Maritimo's style of play is no longer high and high, but short pass penetration.

The offensive methods of the two sides no longer rely on Liu Yun's speed, but are more closely connected with the center, and the team operates more like a whole.

While attacking as a whole, Jorah's breakthrough with the ball from time to time also made Tottenham suffer a lot.

Mourinho miscalculated again, he sent all tall players, too high center of gravity, top-heavy.Not only can't keep up with the flexible footsteps of "Space Reader" Pan Xinyue, but also can't prevent Qiao La's dexterous dance steps.

In the 21st minute, Ronaldo sent a through pass, and Pan Xinyue suddenly advanced and successfully reversed offside. Facing Lori, he pushed lightly and scored a single-handed goal!

In the 42nd minute, Jorah broke through with the ball, made a forward pass among the tall defensive players, and volleyed out of space to expand the lead.

In the first half, Maritimo took the lead with two goals. Counting the two goals in the first round, with four goals in hand, the promotion advantage has been locked.

In the second half, Gao Yuan began to change players and sent some young players to let them feel the atmosphere of the Champions League.

In the 78th minute, Mourinho's team finally scored a goal. Ali broke into the penalty area and was pulled down by the young Maritimo defender. He won a penalty kick. Carmela scored the ball and saved a bit of face for Tottenham.

In the end, the game ended and Maritimo won the game 2:1.

With a total score of 4:1, they advanced to the top 8 of the Champions League!
(End of this chapter)