Ground football: Ronaldo thought I was going to assist him

Neither his performance nor the statistics suggest that Ribery's shooting is bad.

But your strongest point can sometimes become your weakest point.

Ribery's habit of "waiting for the right price" and "acting at the right time," coupled with the advantage of being an attacker, made him invincible.

However, Ribery's long-term tendency to "play it by ear" has also made him lack the courage to take a gamble.

They lack the feel for the final shot.

Ribery could never do things like a spectacular long-range shot or a perfect goal while dribbling.

If the goalkeeper is willing to wait, Ribery will be the one on the defensive.

Even his Manchester City teammates couldn't figure this out.

The information is there, but there aren't many people who know how to analyze it.

This is also a huge inspiration that the "Moneyball theory" brings to competitive sports.

It's not that data is very important.

Rather, the insights gained from the data are more important.

"As for Zidane..." Deng Kai spread his hands, "Although it's frustrating to say this, Zidane is invincible."

"At least I think Zidane is perfect."

"He does have a bit of a temper, but it's very difficult for us to really trigger his temper."

"At least this year, Zidane still has a strong work ethic. This will help him control his temper to some extent, so we can't make a fuss about that."

Cristiano Ronaldo was frustrated: "Kay, so according to you, we can't beat France. Because no one can stop Zidane, France will always be at their best."

Deng Kai nodded: "That's exactly what I wanted to say. We can only win this match under one condition: by defeating a perfect Zidane, and by defeating the strongest French team!"

There are no shortcuts!

"If we can do that, then we will be the strongest team in the world! Then we will win more than just this Henri Delaunay Trophy."

"It even includes the World Cup trophy two years later!"

As soon as Deng Kai said that, the breathing of all the players on the team became noticeably heavier.

World Cup!

Deng Kai is truly grateful!

With the European Championship final just around the corner, all he could think about was the World Cup!

In the end, Figo shattered everyone's illusions: "Based on my understanding of Zidane, with the French team at its best, we... cannot beat the most perfect Zidane."

"Kai! I know you're the world's best midfielder. You might even be the world's best player."

"But in midfield, I personally believe Zidane is the ceiling. You might be as good as him, but it's very difficult to be better!"

The atmosphere around us was a bit stiff.

Some young players might be dissatisfied.

So what about Zidane?

Figo, you're biased towards the past and despise the present!

Can Zidane win the European quintet twice?

Can Zidane win the Champions League treble?

Can Zidane create over 100 goals in a single season?

Can Zidane lead his team to a 65-game unbeaten run throughout the season?

What Deng Kai did, Zidane simply couldn't do.

Deng Kai has surpassed Zidane!

This is a fact!

However, Deng Kai nodded: "Yes, that's the point I want to emphasize to everyone. The bad news is that Zidane is invincible in this match."

"But the good news is, I won't be any weaker than Zidane in this match."

"I will do what Zidane did: inspire the whole team and help each of you become the best version of yourselves."

"You are the key to the game."

The entire team looked at Deng Kai.

There's a thrilling feeling of being trusted.

Are they the real protagonists in this match?

Who could refuse such an invitation?

Especially Cristiano Ronaldo: "Don't worry, Kai! This match will be my last before I become the world's best striker!"

Then, Trigra gave some other explanations.

After the meeting ends.

Cristiano Ronaldo pulled Deng Kai to stay until the very end.

"So Zidane really is the epitome of midfield play?" Ronaldo still seemed unconvinced. "You've never been one to hand the game over to someone else. Never!"

Deng Kai smiled, didn't reply, and turned to leave the conference room.

"Hey! I knew it!" Cristiano Ronaldo chased after him. "Tell me, how are you going to deal with him?"

Deng Kai: "It's a secret."

Cristiano Ronaldo: "Tell me now! Otherwise I'm refusing to play!"

Deng Kai: "When the time comes, you'll naturally know. If the time isn't right, there's no point in saying anything!"

Cristiano Ronaldo: "Fuck! You won't live to see that day."

"Because the greatest Cristiano Ronaldo will defeat the most perfect Zidane and the most peak French team with a hat-trick in the European Championship final!"

"You really think I can't beat you, Kai?"

"I just don't want to ruin your undefeated record this season!"

"Otherwise, I would have already gone on a killing spree against Manchester City!"

Deng Kai nodded repeatedly: "Yes, we need to win an FA Cup, right? Then on behalf of the fans of Manchester City, the Premier League champions, I'd like to thank Cristiano Ronaldo, the striker for Manchester United, who is third in the Premier League!"

Cristiano Ronaldo: "Damn it!"

……

2004 7 Month 4 Day.

Portugal, the final day of the European Championship.

Alvalade Stadium.

The place where Deng Kai and Cristiano Ronaldo's dreams began.

The match between Portugal and France is about to begin.

Neither side has any backup plans left.

The lineup is not too surprising.

Portugal's side:

Deng Kai, Cristiano Ronaldo, Figo

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Deco, Costinia, and Viana

Veloso, Pepe, Kirop, Carvalho

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Pepe's return is a boost for the Portuguese team; he is far more reliable than Fonte.

This is Portugal at its peak!

Similarly, for the French team:

Henry, Trezeguet

Zidane, Marcelo, Vieira, Pires

Lizarazu, Galas, Desailly, Thuram

Barthez

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This is also the French team at its peak.

In addition, Ribery is on the bench, but he will definitely come on in the second half.

Although his understanding with the other members of the French team may be somewhat lacking.

But his abilities can completely make up for this.

The two teams, ranked among the top three in the world, engaged in a final showdown.

Another team, ranked among the top three in the world, is enjoying leisure and vacations everywhere.

That's the Brazilian team.

Although the Copa America is about to begin, the Brazilian team in the Copa America is not one of the top three teams in the world.

It was Brazil's second team.

We'll have to wait two years to see the real Brazilian team.

Therefore, it is perfectly reasonable to say that the two teams in front of us are the two strongest national teams in the world.

drop!

With a whistle.

The match has officially begun.

Portugal kicks off.

But the ball was quickly intercepted by the French team.

However, for Portugal, Deng Kai returned to midfield to participate in pressing, effectively creating a four-midfielder structure for the team.

Third minute.

This halftime grind has finally come to a temporary end.

Under pressure from Deng Kai, French defender Gallas lost his passing lane.

Cristiano Ronaldo knocked Gallas over and then unleashed a powerful shot.

The soccer ball went straight into the net.

The dragon... takes flight!

I like playing football on the ground: Ronaldo thought I was going to assist him.