Xu Zhu's Successor's Football Journey

Chapter 208 Please Cross Out My Name

In the 70s and 80s, the "Polish Iron Army" once shocked the world. In the 1974 World Cup in West Germany and the 1982 World Cup in Spain, they won the third place twice, and they also entered the 1978 World Cup in Argentina. Top 8.

The legendary star Boniek is undoubtedly the most dazzling Polish football player in that era, and Boniek also won the "FIFA Century Star" by FIFA by virtue of his outstanding performance in the national team and Juventus team, and ranked 68th bit.However, after the Boniek era, the Polish team withered talents, and the Polish team rarely appeared in international competitions. This situation was not changed until history entered the 21st century.

Among the evaluations of many media, the reason why the Polish team will be the favorite to qualify for the qualifiers is that apart from the results of the 02 Korea-Japan World Cup, the most important reason is that they have recently emerged a group of very good players, including Many people have become the favorites of the major European giants. This large group of young talents is undoubtedly the hope of the Polish team now and in the future.

After almost failing in Vienna, coach Eriksson also attached great importance to this game. The city of Wroclaw is not comparable to Vienna, so he will not give the players free time. , A few days after arriving at the hotel, the England team has been doing adaptive training.

The weather in Wroclaw in September was a bit cold. The average temperature of about 9 degrees made most players uncomfortable. Fortunately, the entourage made some preparations. On the training ground, the players put on their jerseys A white lining slowly adapts to the sudden temperature difference.

However, even so, some players were knocked down by the sudden incompatibility...

"Wayne, what's the matter, the head coach asked me to tell you that you don't have to participate in the training match today."

In a hotel room, several players in blue training uniforms stood around, all looking at Wayne Bridger lying on the bed, with some concern on their faces, but more gloating.

"I think you'd better go back to London as soon as possible, otherwise it will be uncomfortable if your condition worsens. After this game, you can return to the club and still have the league." Frank Lampard said with a concerned face, and immediately With a smirk, he continued: "Didn't you say that Furtado will come to London the day after tomorrow, and it would be bad if it affects your 'ability'. Women are in high demand in this regard."

"Cough...cough..." Bridget lying on the bed seemed a little weak, but he still retorted with a smile: "The great Wayne Bridget has experienced many battles, and in this regard, you will never be able to imagine, Frank, You don't have to envy me."

Wang Li looked at Bridget's appearance and said with a smile: "Okay, don't hold on, and catch a plane back in the afternoon. Anyway, the team can win without you."

"Damn Wroclaw, the weather is really cold, London is better." Joe Cole complained a little depressed.

"It's the home field advantage and the Polish team just wants us out of form."

"Anyway, there is Alan, what are you afraid of, the great Wayne will probably not be able to play in this game, Alan, you must perform a hat-trick for me, let the group of country people know how good it is!" Bridget gestured with his hands Said exaggeratedly.

After hearing Brigi's words, Wang Li thought about his situation again, and said helplessly, "I just don't know if Mr. Eriksson will let me start."

Lampard thought for a while, and then said: "It should be. Your performance is obvious to all. I think you are most likely to replace Michael in the game. He is not in a good state now, maybe because he is not doing well in the club. .”

"hope so."

Although the members of the "Chelsea Gang" in the England team all hope that Wang Li can start the game, and they also think that there should be no problem with this matter, but in fact, the head coach Eriksson doesn't think so of.

In fact, after seeing Wang Li's performance in the European Cup, Eriksson thought about starting Wang Li. This black-haired kid has a surprisingly high scoring efficiency. This kind of player will definitely be the main force of the team in the future. ——
But not now!

In Eriksson's tactics, Wang Li's position after playing is undoubtedly the shadow forward, but if he starts the game, one of Michael Owen, Wayne Rooney, and Scholes will definitely end up.

Michael Owen is the second-largest superstar in the England team besides David Beckham. Not to mention his current reputation, when Eriksson just took over as the coach of the England team, he encountered countless problems. Due to the pressure of public opinion, it was Beckham and Irving who stood up and issued a statement of support, which greatly improved his situation. Besides personal feelings aside, Irving is only 25 years old now, and he is at the peak of his career During the period, Eriksson could not deprive him of his main position just because he was in a bad state in one or two games——
What's more, anyway, in the last game, Michael Owen still had an assist stat.

Wayne Rooney was the first young player to be promoted after Eriksson took over the national team. His strength is beyond doubt.In the past two years, whether in the league or the national team, Rooney has gained the absolute trust of Eriksson with his performance, and Rooney's advantage is that he has longer qualifications in the national team than Wang Li. Even if Wang Liduo scores a few goals, it is impossible to replace Rooney's position in the head coach's mind.

In Eriksson's mind, the 30-year-old Paul Scholes will undoubtedly be the best candidate for Wang Li's replacement.No matter in terms of strength, age, and state, Wang Li's replacement of Scholes in the game will make people speechless. However, in Eriksson's tactics, Scholes is a left winger. If Wang Li replaces Scholes on the field, the positions of the players on the field will change a lot, and the positions of multiple players will change for the sake of one player. Eriksson will not take risks when he has to of.

Therefore, as long as Eriksson is still coaching the England team, at least in the short term, Wang Li will still be a substitute player, even if he has outstanding strength and outstanding performance.

The day before the game, at the end of training in the afternoon, Eriksson announced the list of players for this game: "Goalkeeper David James, Paul Robinson, defenders Gary Neville, Philip Neville, Sole Bill Campbell, John Terry, Jamie Carragher, King, Midfielders Frank Lampard, Steven Gerrard, Paul Scholes, David Beckham, Jermaine ... Pennant, Hargreaves, Joe Cole, forwards Wayne Rooney, Michael Owen, Alan Wang."

When chanting the last name, Eriksson seemed to glance at Wang Li intentionally, then raised his head and continued: "The Polish team is much stronger than the Austrian team, so tomorrow's game must show all strength, to win."

"The opponent's offensive speed is very fast. In the European Cup, the Polish team cooperated very tacitly. Be careful of the opponent's fast counterattack. The defensive players should pay more attention to the Polish team's No. 11 Marciej Zurawski. He is The Polish team's striker is sharp and fast..."

After Eriksson arranged tomorrow's game tasks, he closed the notebook in his hand, "Okay, that's all I want to say. If you have any questions, you can find me alone and dismiss."

After Eriksson finished speaking, the players also returned to their rooms alone. In fact, the list of players announced by Eriksson still dissatisfied many players present. It can be said that almost everyone The players who did not enter the squad were dissatisfied. They followed the team from London to Vienna, and then came to the slightly cold Wroclaw. Come on, many people are not even qualified to sit on the bench.

However, since Eriksson is the head coach of the national team, these young players do not have the guts to offend him. Joining the England national team and being able to play games means that fame and money will follow. This kind of opportunity is absolutely impossible Much appreciated.

In fact, the reason why Eriksson recruited so many players before the game was because he underestimated the strength of his opponents. The Swedes actually wanted to let the main players of these teams play one less game. And let these future stars of the England team have a chance to play in the competition.

However, the difficult victory of the last game has made him change his mind. Before the group stage points can not guarantee the team's qualifying, he still decided to focus on stability, first strive for more points, and then make other considerations——
If the results of the England team are not ideal because of the need to train young players, they will lose sight of the other!
Most players dare not offend Eriksson, but it does not mean that all players will be afraid of the Swede. Wang Li is an example.

Although Wang Li has also entered the team's roster, he knows that he will still sit on the bench, maybe have the opportunity to come off the bench, and maybe sit for the entire game, no matter what, these are not what he wants to see.

Wang Li is very confident in his own strength. After the breakthrough of Xiao Wuxiang Gong, he is sure that his strength is absolutely no worse than any football player. Under this kind of self-confidence based on strength, Wang Li has confidence in himself The current position in the England team has a great conflict!
In the England team, Wang Li is a substitute in every game. He is only allowed to play when the team is facing a crisis. Once this happens, it is said that he is the savior, but it is like this several times in a row, which makes people feel sad. Very uncomfortable.

'Is it only the team that thinks of me in times of crisis?Why do I always do this kind of thing? If I play, I can use goals to make the team win smoothly! '

'Based on my performance, I should be included in the main lineup. Why should I still play as a substitute? I've had enough! '

Yes, Wang Li has had enough, his performance has been very good, why should he be willing to be a substitute?
But since March of this year, except for being the absolute main force in Chelsea's games, he has been a substitute player. Life on the bench is absolutely uncomfortable, and he has no need to prove anything.

So, that night, Wang Li walked into the office of head coach Eriksson——
"Sir, if I'm not the starting player, please cross my name off the squad." Wang Li looked directly into the Swede's eyes and said quite sincerely.

(End of this chapter)