The Prince of Inter Milan starts with Brother Xiaosa

Chapter 171 Winning Streak and New Year
  In the next eight days, Inter Milan will play three consecutive Serie A games.

Two of them were consecutive away games, and what was even more unfortunate was that the game against Naples was played on February 2th.

Of course, it has nothing to do with Valentine's Day or anything like that. Leo doesn't have a girlfriend so he doesn't have to celebrate this holiday.

The main reason is that this year's Spring Festival happens to be on the same day, which means that Leo may not be able to go home to spend the Spring Festival with his parents.

Work is important. We just have to go to an away game on the Spring Festival day. Leo sighed softly.

In the 2rd round of Serie A on February 7, Inter Milan faced Cagliari at home.

Lucio was suspended and Mourinho also sat in the stands.

But Eto'o's return is definitely good news.

Pandev formed a front three with Eto'o and Milito. This game was also Eto'o's first start for Inter Milan since his return from the African Cup of Nations.

Cordoba partnered with Samuel at center back and goalkeeper Cesar.

The remaining positions remain unchanged.

Their opponent today, Cagliari, remains unbeaten with two wins and three draws since December.

Cagliari coach Allegri defeated Mourinho in the "Golden Chair" selection and was elected the Italian League Coach of the Year!
  However, Allegri is currently full of injured soldiers, goalkeepers Marchetti and Lou Patelli are both absent, and Agazi, who has just joined, is rushing to the rescue.

Captain Diego Lopez and Pisano are also recovering from injuries, while offensive core Cosu is suspended for one game.

After the start of the game, Cagliari took advantage of Matri's long shot to take the lead in launching an offensive!
  But Inter Milan took the lead in the fifth minute.

Zanetti broke through Lazzari on the right and knocked back. Eto'o followed up and pushed. The ball was blocked by two Cagliari defenders and changed direction continuously. The ball rolled to Pandev's feet!
  The Macedonian calmly pushed the ball into the lower left corner of the goal!

One to zero!

Inter Milan got off to a dream start as Pandev scored his third goal in the third consecutive league game.

This goal also set the tone for the game, with the Nerazzurri firmly having the upper hand.

Maicon made a pass from the right, and Pandev stopped the ball with his left foot near the penalty spot and fired vigorously with his right foot, but the angle was too right and was blocked by Cagliari goalkeeper Agazi!
  The Macedonian got the ball again in the penalty area and his left-footed volley shot was blocked by the visiting team defender again!

Pandev missed a good opportunity to score twice.

In the 20th minute, Milito shot a cold arrow from the top of the penalty area but was blocked by Cagliari defender Astori and bounced out of the baseline.

Leo's corner kick from the right was well placed, and Samuel's header from the center went into the top right corner of the goal!

Two to zero!
  Inter Milan extended their lead.

The visiting team was unwilling to fall behind and stepped up its attack.

On the other hand, the Nerazzurri took a two-goal lead and took the initiative to slow down the pace.

Cagliari was able to continuously create threats.

Conte's long-distance free kick bounced in front of the goal. Cesar was a little unprepared, but he still held the ball.

In the 37th minute, Cagliari counterattacked, Matri broke into the left corner of the penalty area, and Thornton fell to the ground behind him to shovel!

Matri took the lead in front of the goal and hit the ball into the top of the goal!

However, the referee Gervasoni ruled it offside and the goal was invalid.

In the stoppage time of the first half, Hedda made a diagonal pass from the right, and Lazzari passed it back to the center. Nene dunked the Inter Milan defender's hook shot with his left foot in front of the small penalty area, but Cesar blocked it with one hand!
  At halftime, Inter Milan temporarily led 2-0.

Just one and a half minutes into the second half, Eto'o made a pass from the center to the front of the penalty area. Pandev was surrounded by two defenders and knocked Milito with his left foot!
  After stopping the ball, Milito came to the penalty spot and shot with his right foot into the lower right corner of the goal!

Three to zero!
  Inter Milan sealed the victory!

Today, Leo didn't put in much effort and the team already had a three-goal lead!
  Afterwards, the away team, which was lagging behind by a big score, also had a great loss of fighting spirit.

Mourinho replaced Eto'o and brought on Muntari to strengthen defense.

In the end, neither team scored again, and the score of three to zero remained until the end of the game.

Inter Milan beat Cagliari and continue to lead the Serie A standings!

Three days later, a make-up match for Serie A 22 was held at the Tardini Stadium in Parma.

This game was originally supposed to be played on January 1, but it snowed heavily in Parma and was postponed to today due to the freezing of the stadium and stands.

For Inter Milan, Lucio ended his suspension and head coach Mourinho continued to sit in the stands.

Muntari is absent due to personal leave.

The Madmen made some adjustments to the starting lineup. Lucio and Materazzi formed a defensive line partner, and Samuel took turns.

Thornton serves as the substitute, and Kolarov serves as the starting left back.

Other positions remain unchanged.

For Parma, they have only scored one point in the past six games and are in very bad form.

The core defense players Panucci and Pachi are suspended.

Zemaili suffered a knee ligament injury and will be out for two months. Former Inter Milan player Crespo is also injured and absent.
  But Biabiani, De La Fiore and Jimenez were all able to play against their old club today.

However, the game against the "underdogs" did not go as smoothly as many Inter fans expected.

At home, Parma's tenacious defense withstood the Nerazzurri's powerful offensive group.

Until the end of the first half, Mourinho's team failed to find a chance to score the opponent's goal.

In the second half, the team changed sides and fought again, and Parma set off an offensive frenzy!
  Jimenez and Morrone's two consecutive long-range shots outside the penalty area were blocked by Inter defenders.

In the 53rd minute, Parma made a clever pass from the right, and Lucio's header in the penalty area slipped past the goal, almost owning an own goal!
  One minute later, Parma took a corner kick from the left. Zaccardo shot with his left foot from the penalty spot. Cesar missed the ball and Bodinov made a close shot into the net!

One to zero!

Parma opens the scoring!

Although judging from the slow motion replay, Bodinov was suspected of being offside. But the referee has already determined that the goal is valid, and it is useless to say anything.

Mourinho made decisive substitutions. Balotelli and Thornton came on to replace Eto'o and Kolarov. The effect of this adjustment was immediate.

Leo dribbled the ball through Gallopa and then distributed it to the left. Thornton made a pass from the bottom!
  Milito used his body to stop the ball in the penalty area and passed it to his teammates. Balotelli leaned sideways on the defender and hit the lower right corner of the goal with a low shot with his right foot!
  One to one!

Inter Milan equalized the score!
  Eto'o is a little uncomfortable returning to Serie A after too long and needs time to find his form.

There is no problem with Kolarov's strength and his condition is not bad, but he is too aggressive in attacking, which is counterproductive.

Several times Parma attacked from the gap behind him, so Mourinho replaced him.

The young Serbian full-back still needs training. When this intensive schedule is over, Mourinho will make arrangements.

In the 77th minute, Balotelli's breakthrough was blocked and he knocked back. Leo passed the ball again in front of the goal. Thornton inserted a powerful volley from the left side of the penalty area and scored!
  Two to one!

In the end, Inter Milan reversed the away game and won 2-1, continuing their winning streak!
  On New Year's Eve, February 2, Father Li and Mother Li finally got a rare rest after working hard all year.

They brought wine and food to Leo's newly bought villa to spend the New Year together as a family.

"I'm sorry, you still lost money on this house. Look at this kitchen, where can it be used!?"

Dad Li, who was busy in the kitchen preparing the New Year's Eve dinner, was full of disgust for this Italian-style open kitchen.

“The stove is too small, the firepower is insufficient, and the range hood is not powerful enough.

Just cooking two dishes fills the house with fumes. It’s too bad! "

"Yes, yes, I will renovate the kitchen in a while."

Leo's answer was perfunctory. He didn't often cook at home, so he didn't care about the kitchen at all.

Occasionally I have time to have a meal at home, which is enough, not as useless as Dad Li said.

"Dad, stop being so busy, it's enough to eat!"

"There is one more thing, the last one! Do more good things during the Chinese New Year."

Leo had a sad look on his face. Didn't he have to deal with all the leftovers alone after they left today?

What a headache.

Although there were only three of us, Dad Li still cooked a table full of sumptuous dishes.

"If you have nothing to do, go to the car and get the bottle of wine I brought. Let's have two drinks tonight."

"okay."

Leo nodded and ran to the garage to turn on the lights. Under the dim incandescent light, he noticed that his father's old car had a few more scratches.

"Hey, I told them a long time ago to stop working so hard and go out to travel and enjoy life."

Sighing, Leo opened the passenger door.

"Maotai? How willing!"

Leo didn't expect that his father, who was always stingy about making money but reluctant to spend money, would drink such expensive wine with him today.

"Leo,"

Leo wondered what was going on. His parents rarely called him by his full name.

"You are already nineteen years old, no longer a child.

Your parents have been really busy with the store business for so many years and haven't paid much attention to you.

I still remember that when you were five years old, you said you wanted to learn to play football, so we signed you up for a children's interest class.

No one expected that you would step by step and become a professional player today, playing for a big team like Inter Milan.

Your mother and I know that you earn a lot now, but it's your money, and we hope you can manage your money well and don't spend it arbitrarily.

At the same time, we have not thought about spending the money you earn in the future to so-called enjoy life.

Your father and I are born to work hard. Today, the restaurant is closed, and I feel a little uncomfortable.

Those who can’t take any time off, and besides, people will become useless when they have time to do so, so it’s better to be busy.

So please stop trying to persuade us. It is impossible for Li's Restaurant to close, let alone transfer it.

Just play your game and take care of yourself. "

"Yes, your dad and I are quite satisfied now. It would be best if you could bring your girlfriend home to show us one day.

You don't need to worry about the rest. "

Leo smiled bitterly and nodded.

"I see."

He didn't expect that his parents would take this opportunity to have a heart-to-heart talk with him, but it was good.

"Have a drink and happy New Year!"

"Hey, Happy New Year!"

When the atmosphere arrived, Li Ao and his family of three, mainly Li Ao and his father Li Jianjun, drank an entire bottle of Moutai in one meal.

Leo, who had an average alcohol capacity, didn't even bother to take a shower after getting drunk, so he went back to the bedroom and fell asleep.

Early the next morning, the alarm clock rang continuously, and the bleary-eyed Leo was still drowsy after turning off the alarm clock.

He suddenly jumped out of bed and was mostly awake from the wine.

"Oops! There's a game today!"

(End of this chapter)