Chinese entertainment, from radio love songs to superstars

Chapter 101: A Word of Advice

On the stands directly opposite Shen Lang and others, a 21-meter-long and 12-meter-wide flag with the words "Dream Come True" written on it appeared.

This represents the 1957 years of anticipation of Chinese football from its first attempt to qualify for the World Cup in 2001 to 44.

The 6 fans at the scene cheered loudly, and a warm atmosphere filled the entire stadium.

"Everyone is so excited." This was Gao Yuanyuan's first time to watch a game in person, and the warm atmosphere made her excited.

"That's right, the atmosphere when watching the game live is more intense and the atmosphere is very strong." Shen Lang was also infected. The feeling at the scene was different from that on the pixel screen.

"I've watched quite a few games, and the enthusiasm of the fans tonight is definitely the highest. It makes me want to enter the football world." Qian Guosheng waved the small national flag in his hand with excitement on his face.

"I heard that playing football is very expensive, and the starting cost is tens of millions." Chen Yaochuan is a fake football fan who only watches big games.

Ning Hao and Yang Junyi were shocked when they heard this. It was difficult for them to earn even 10,000 yuan now.

"Uh..." Shen Lang's eyelids twitched when he heard this. Isn't this jumping into a fire pit? There is a saying that goes "If you have a grudge against someone, persuade him to invest in Chinese football." He quickly reminded him, "Brother Qian, be careful. Football is more about watching and supporting it in your heart. There is no need to play on the field."

"Xiao Shen, he was just talking to satisfy his desire to talk." Fang Wanhua explained with a smile.

At this time, the fans in the VIP area looked towards them.

"Am I seeing right? That's Shen Lang?"

"You read that right. There are also Gao Yuanyuan and Yang Junyi."

“Are they fans too?”

was recognized.

"Brother Lang!"

There were also fans among the fans, and they directly called out to Shen Lang.

"Hello."

Shen Lang waved to the fans who were calling out to him.

Then some came over and asked for autographs.

Those who brought cameras came to take photos.

"Who is that person?"

"You don't know him? Shen Lang, the most popular new singer in the entertainment industry. He wrote "Together Towards the Future", one of the theme songs for the Olympic bid."

"He is so young and handsome. If we make it to the World Cup, will he write a song for the national football team?"

"It's hard to say, but since he came to watch the game, he must be a fan, so this is possible."

"Let's sing our own battle song."

"It would be great if we could have one."

……

Everyone discussed for a few words and turned their attention back to the competition.

Soon, the warm-up was over.

Players from both teams enter the field.

Play the national anthem of each country.

The competition officially begins!

However, amid the thunderous cheers of 6 spectators, the game sounded very dull after the opening.

The Chinese national football team's offense was lackluster, with almost no highlights to show for it.

Many people are secretly worried that this will be another repetitive story that is destined to end in disappointment.

Because in the past 44 years, there have been too many such examples that first give you hope and then make you despair.

However, the dullness did not last long.

A flash of inspiration in the 35th minute brought the plot to a different ending.

Yu Genwei's powerful right-foot shot helped the Chinese team take a 1-0 lead.

This goal ignited the long-suppressed football passion of the audience. The entire Wulihe Stadium was a sea of ​​joy.

Everybody cheered and shouted, and almost everyone was shouting the most enjoyable words at the top of their voice.

Strangers high-fived and hugged each other, wishing they could share all their passion and happiness with others.

Shen Lang and Gao Yuanyuan were relatively calm, but they also stood up, smiling and clapping happily.

This excitement continued in the air until it reached a greater climax when the final whistle blew.

On the court, General Fan, who always was known as a tough guy, squatted on the grass and cried until his little brother Dewey ran over and helped him up.

Then, the whole team put on the T-shirts they had prepared in advance and thanked the audience together. On the front was written "Chinese football has never felt so good", and on the back was written "We won!".

Many people threw their drink bottles, clothes and other objects that could be thrown into the air.

Fengtian, where the competition was held, had already prepared a large post-match celebration party and many related activities in advance.

However, due to safety reasons and the consideration that the top ten matches have not yet been completed, the Football Association and relevant departments negotiated and cancelled the celebration ceremony to allow the national team to leave as soon as possible.

The fans rushed to Youth Street and began to cheer and parade around the entire city. Countless citizens came out of their homes to join the parade. National flags of all sizes fluttered in the wind, and firecrackers rang out and gongs and drums were deafening.

In Yanjing, more than 10 fans gathered in Tiananmen Square, and Chang'an Avenue was blocked.

People kept setting off fireworks and firecrackers, and mineral water bottles, beer cans, hats and even leather shoes were flying over the crowd's heads.

People walked around holding banners that read "Take Off," "Eastern Dragon," and "Chinese Are Awesome," with more people joining in with every turn.

This is true all over the country, from south to north.

This kind of universal celebration is the first time in 70 years that China has celebrated football.

Just because we have waited for too long, too long.

A sleepless night.

A night of excitement.

A night of hope.

The next day, there were still parades on the streets.

From the hotel to the airport, Shen Lang and others were filled with enthusiastic laughter and joy everywhere.

It’s only been a few days since I returned to Yanjing.

Someone from the Football Association came to the door.

"On the evening of the 24th, we will hold the last large-scale celebration of the national team's World Cup campaign at the Wulihe Stadium, a celebration party titled 'Fulfilling the Football Dream Together, Singing the Same Song'. We would like to invite you to attend."

The other party got straight to the point.

"No problem, it's my pleasure."

But Shen Lang didn't think that sending someone to visit in person was just for such a simple matter.

"And..." As expected, the other party spoke again, "We would like to ask you to write a song for the Chinese national football team going to the World Cup. It should be full of positive energy, passion, and enthusiasm, and reflect the spirit of never giving up of the national football team."

Time is very tight, less than half a month.

It is not easy to write a song with such specific requirements.

And they knew that Shen Lang was a fast boy and had written songs on the radio, otherwise they would not have come to him.

Of course, we also saw his talent and had previously made a sample of the Olympic bid theme song "Together Towards the Future".

"I'll do my best." Shen Lang took the job.

For the same reason, there will be no such opportunity in the future.

Who would have thought that after this World Cup, the Chinese national football team has become a love-hate entity.

Fans always hope to use their love and tolerance to awaken the team spirit, game attitude and sense of responsibility that the national football team should have.

But the Chinese national football team always brings everyone the "six major battles": the opening battle, the key battle, the life-and-death battle, the battle of honor, the train station, and the next battle.

(End of this chapter)