svetikya Chapter 55 The Chinese Messi? No, no, no! Please call me Chang Huan, the Chinese!
Chapter 55 The Chinese Messi? No, no, no! Please call me Chang Huan, the Chinese!
Mixed interview area at San Siro Stadium.
AC Milan captain Bonucci gave an interview to reporters.
When asked about the reason for the loss, he answered very frankly: "Although I hate to admit it, we did lose to a 17-year-old kid."
Roma captain Daniele De Rossi was caught by reporters in the mixed zone.
When asked about the reasons for the victory, he first attributed the success to teamwork, and then said that Chang Huan's outstanding performance played a decisive role in the team's victory.
In closing, he sighed regretfully, "If only I were always Italian."
Press conference hall.
Post-match press conference.
Milan coach Montella took responsibility for the loss, but still faced criticism from many journalists.
They parted on bad terms.
For him, there was also some good news.
The international match days of October are approaching.
This means we have enough time to adjust our tactics and study our next opponent.
The situation was quite different when the away team's head coach, Di Francisco, attended the post-match press conference.
Praise from all sides has been pouring in.
He was very cooperative when asked questions by reporters from China.
But in crucial moments, the team still relies on the core of the victory.
After all, a player's performance is based on the team.
Too much praise for young players can hinder their development.
He knows that today's Gen Z generation is easily drifting.
His third son, Luca di Francesco, is one of them.
Chang Huan is an outlier among those born in the 00s.
The final match of the 7th round of the 2017-2018 Serie A season concluded at the Arena Azul.
Atalanta, playing at home, conceded two goals but then rallied to score two more.
Dybala missed a penalty in stoppage time, and the match ended in a 2-2 draw.
With this result, Napoli has won all 7 of their matches and accumulated 21 points.
Relying on a superior goal difference, they topped the table, surpassing Roma, who also had a perfect record of seven wins.
Juventus, who drew this round, have 6 wins and 1 draw, accumulating 19 points and ranking third.
Inter Milan and Lazio both have 16 points, ranking fourth and fifth respectively on goal difference.
The major European leagues concluded on Sunday, marking the start of the October international break in world football.
Players with national team duties boarded flights to the cities where their national teams were assembled.
The preparation period includes two international match days for the continental qualifiers for the Russian World Cup.
The European, South American, North and Central American, and African qualifiers have all entered the final two rounds of group stage matches.
These two international match days will also determine the final few tickets to the World Cup in Russia.
The four direct qualification spots for the Asian region were decided during the international match days in September. The two-legged play-offs will be held in October, with the winners securing a spot in the intercontinental play-offs.
Players not called up by the national team are given a three-day break.
They will then return to the Trigoria training base to prepare for the crucial match after the international break!
Rome's Stadio Olimpico will host Napoli!
This competition is truly a battle for the top spot!
If they win the game, they will become the new league leaders.
The Roma players who were called up to the national team took a flight that very evening to the city where the national team was based.
Chang Huan was not called up by the Chinese Football Association, so he looked on with great envy at his teammates who had national team duties.
Those eyes of hers were filled with longing.
Chang Huan's roommate, Lorenzo Pellegrini, has been drafted by Italy, so the double room will be all to herself.
He switched out of the system directly in the room.
Check the system scores for tonight's matches.
The evaluation remains: "Stunning the audience."
He played the entire game, was named MVP, and received a total of 158 points based on his performance across all categories.
Currently, 1,000 points have been used up, and the total has accumulated to 390.
We're one step closer to getting the level 4 skill card with 2,000 points!
Surprisingly, this MVP performance triggered a reward.
Two attribute points were "exploded".
This time, without any hesitation, I focused all my energy on speed.
Speed: 80 → 82
Confirm the allocation plan.
A warm current, like a gentle stream, flowed through my calves, as if I were bathed in a spring breeze, giving me an instant feeling of being strengthened.
The next day.
Chang Huan made headlines on major European football media outlets thanks to his outstanding performance last night.
Corriere dello Sport: Monchi provides the cornerstone of Roma's revival! He won Man of the Match in all three key matches!
"The signing of Liverpool U18 player Chang Huan for €100 million plus a buy-back clause—everyone thought it was just a lottery-like signing, but only Monchi knew it would be one of the greatest signings in Roma's history!"
Tuttosport: A record for 17-year-olds! Chinese teenager Chang Huan scores 2 goals and provides 1 assist to help Roma defeat AC Milan!
"The 7th round of the 2017-2018 season's key match concluded at the San Siro Stadium, where Chang Huan once again became the brightest star, scoring two brilliant goals and providing an incredible millimeter-level assist, making him a figure of misunderstanding in this age group."
The Times: From Liverpool to Rome, the Chinese teenager Wang has undergone an amazing transformation!
「深陷泥泞的利物浦是否会怀念那个强强对话必有惊艳发挥的中国少年王？主场迎战国际米兰1射2传，欧冠对阵马德里竞技1射1传，做客梅阿查2射1传！三场焦点战足以看出天赋与能力……」
(ps: San Siro officially refers to the Meazza)
Mundo Deportivo: China's "Little Messi" is a nightmare for Milan, scoring 3 goals and providing 3 assists to lead Roma to victory over both Milan giants at home and away!
"The same left-footed player, the same exquisite footwork, the same historic pass, the same unbelievable goal—the football desert has finally welcomed their 'Little Messi'..."
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If mainstream European football media reports are like this, then Chinese football media reports from thousands of miles away are even more exaggerated.
However, compared to the unfounded and exaggerated reports of the past, Chang Huan's performance at the San Siro was within a reasonable range of artistic refinement.
Several media outlets in Asia also reported on this.
The Japanese sports newspaper Nikkan Sports, Saudi Arabia's Al Riyadh, ESPN Asia, and AFC Official also reported on Chang Huan's amazing performance at the San Siro.
The football columnists in these media outlets provided excellent and highly commendable coverage.
ESPN Asia and the AFC (Asian Football Confederation) have eagerly dubbed Chang Huan "Little Messi," hoping he will grow into a football superstar like Messi.
South Korea's leading sports newspaper, OSEN, is somewhat arrogant, bringing up the past criticism of Chang Huan's age falsification and stating that the 17-year-old Chang Huan is most likely already 20+, making it impossible for him to surpass Son Heung-min and become Asia's number one!
Major European football newspapers reported that Chang Huan, who was in Milan, along with his coaching staff and teammates who were not called up to the national team and had no travel plans, took the high-speed train back to Rome.
For players who don't have a stable chance to play, international break is actually a rare opportunity.
The key players will definitely play all the World Cup qualifiers during the international break, and they will inevitably be fatigued when they return to the team.
Chang Huan, who is performing exceptionally well, doesn't need to worry about losing his position.
But... he longed to become stronger!
In addition to preparing for the top-of-the-table clash against Napoli at the Trigoria training ground, they will also be playing the Champions League group stage match away at Stamford Bridge!
Online, there was a lot of boasting about Chang Huan, and as usual, he arrived at the Trigoria training base early every day.
Some media outlets have clearly figured out his habits long ago.
They arrived at the entrance of the training base earlier to wait.
When they saw Chang Huan's Volvo car approaching, they rushed forward one by one.
Personal assistant Dino Matteo had no choice but to slam on the brakes.
Chang Huan pressed the button to lower the car window and waved to the reporters with a smile.
"Excuse me, may I have a minute of your time?"
"Excuse me, may I have a brief chat with you?"
Many football bloggers and fans on social media call you "China's Messi." What are your thoughts on that?
"We'd like to ask you just one question, is that alright?"
Chang Huan held out his hand to block the barrage of cameras and microphones from several reporters, pointed at the reporter who was being held back and said, "Sir, what did you just say?"
Many fans respectfully call you "China's Messi," don't you feel honored?
"That's what the reporter from London Football Network asked."
"No, no, no!"
"First of all, I am quite honored to receive this title."
Chang Huan, sitting up straight, shook his index finger repeatedly and smiled slightly: "But... I'd prefer everyone to call me Chang Huan of China!"