Chapter 875: Rebellion

After the game, Gao Xiaodong was at CEO David. Accompanied by Gill, he flew to Zurich, Switzerland, to attend the FIFA Ballon d'Or Awards ceremony the next day.

Before going to Zurich, Gao Xiaodong posted two messages in succession on his Twitter. One congratulated Manchester United for winning the Double Red Club again and advancing to the fourth round of the FA Cup; the other was about the Ballon d'Or, "I'm coming to Zurich." ”

Gao Xiaodong's Twitter once again sparked heated discussions on the Internet.

Many Manchester United fans believe that if Gao Xiaodong can't win the Ballon d'Or, he can't imagine what kind of performance he can do to win the award.

Many Chinese fans believe that if Gao Xiaodong fails to win the Golden Globe Award, there is only one reason: he is Chinese.

Gao Xiaodong is also very popular in Switzerland. He arrived in Zurich so late. When he checked into the hotel arranged by FIFA, there were still many local fans waiting at the door of the hotel to take photos with Gao Xiaodong.

Facing the fanatical fans, Gao Xiaodong behaved very approachably. He patiently signed autographs and took photos with every fan, and occasionally answered some fans' questions.

Back in the hotel room, it was already early in the morning. Gao Xiaodong played a game and was tired from the journey, so he took a shower and went to bed.

The next day Gao Xiaodong had breakfast with head coach Ferguson and vice chairman Joel. Glazer came to Zurich together, and then Ferguson and Gao Xiaodong attended FIFA's press conference as candidates for the Ballon d'Or and Best Coach.

At the press conference, Gao Xiaodong met Inter Milan coach Mourinho.

Only half a year has passed, but not only are the two no longer the close partners they were in Milan, they even no longer talk to each other on the phone. They are like two familiar strangers who can only be seen in newspapers and TV.

The estrangement between Mourinho and Gao Xiaodong originated from the summer transfer. At that time, Mourinho hoped to take Gao Xiaodong to Real Madrid to fight against the Cosmos team Barcelona, ​​but Gao Xiaodong chose to fulfill his promise to Ferguson that year because of Cristiano Ronaldo.

Mourinho has a lot of superstars, but he was swept by Barcelona 5:0 in the El Clasico and trailed Barcelona by 4 points at the half. This became the reason why Mourinho resented Gao Xiaodong.

However, when they met at a press conference in the hotel, the two of course could not pretend not to know each other. Gao Xiaodong took the initiative to say hello to Mourinho, "Long time no see, hello Mourinho."

Mourinho did not hug Gao Xiaodong, but shook hands with Gao Xiaodong, "You are so tall. I am very happy to see you performing so well at Manchester United."

Mourinho said he was happy, but there was no joy at all on his face.

"Then I would also like to thank the coach for his guidance back then."

"You're welcome. That's because you are extremely talented... Sir, I'm really happy to see you. You look really good. I'll have no problem working for another ten years."

Gao Xiaodong saw Mourinho's cold expression and was about to say hello. Unexpectedly, after Mourinho answered, he directly passed him and said hello to Ferguson.

Gao Xiaodong was a little embarrassed, but another candidate for the best coach, Spanish coach Vicente del Bosque, came over with a smile and greeted him: "Hello, Gao, it's really nice to see a young talent like you. "

Gao Xiaodong knew Del Bosque and had great respect for the old coach who led Spain to win the World Cup. He quickly said: "Coach Del Bosque is so commendable. It's such an honor to see the best coach in the world here."

Bosque chuckled and said: "Young people are so good at talking. I am not yet the best, but you have a good chance of becoming the best in the world."

Gao Xiaodong glanced at Xavi and Iniesta and said: "Xavi and Iniesta's performance in the World Cup was outstanding. They can both become the best in the world."

Xavi and Iniesta are rivals with Gao Xiaodong on the court, and they don't like Gao Xiaodong's style of play. However, Gao Xiaodong praised them in front of Del Bosque, and both of them were polite and modest.

After the three best coaches and Ballon d'Or candidates exchanged greetings, they each sat down in their seats.

Start accepting questions from journalists.

Today is the day when the Golden Globe Awards are presented, and naturally the topic cannot be separated from the Golden Globe Awards and other major awards.

Ferguson said that the three candidates are all top players in the world, and everyone is qualified to win the award. However, the Golden Globe Award is the highest individual award, and it should be awarded to the player with the most outstanding personal ability. In addition, this is an annual awards ceremony, and That is, a player should perform well throughout the year to win the award.

Ferguson is directly supporting his disciple, Manchester United player Gao Xiaodong.

Ferguson was not ambiguous about the selection of the best coach. He said that he had not won any major honors and was not worthy of the best coach. Mourinho and Del Bosque were the best, but he was more optimistic about Mourinho winning because Mourinho is more popular and famous.

Del Bosque supports his disciples Xavi and Iniesta. He believes that the World Cup is the highest honor a player can win. The World Cup is held every four years. It is more difficult to win and has greater meaning. Spain won the World Cup for the first time. , Xavi and Iniesta deserve the most credit, and it is normal for them to win the Ballon d'Or.

However, Del Bosque also said that if Gao Xiaodong wins the Golden Globe Award, it does not mean that it is unfair. Gao Xiaodong is fully worthy of the Golden Globe Award.

Regarding the best coach, Del Bosque believes that Mourinho is better than his performance this year, because it is amazing that Inter Milan can win the Triple Crown. Mourinho has shown the ability and quality of the best coach. .

Both Ferguson and Del Bosque praised their players and believed that it was normal for their disciples to win the award. No one would not favor their own people. However, when Mourinho accepted questions from reporters, his answer was a bit memorable. .

"This year's "Golden Ball Award" and FIFA's "World Footballer" are combined into one. The selection will be more complicated. Prediction is a very thankless thing. According to the original rules, in the year of the competition, the player who wins the World Cup will A member of the team will win the Ballon d'Or, just like Cannavaro in 2006, but this is very unfair to the players who have performed well in the club. Last season, my Inter Milan won the Triple Crown. At least three players are eligible to win the Ballon d'Or. If the club and national team are combined, Sneijder should win the Ballon d'Or, but now Sneijder has not made the final three list, so I don't know. Who will win in the end?"

Then Mourinho praised Ronaldo again, "Ronaldo is the best player in the world. He was not able to enter the final three list of the Ballon d'Or just because of Real Madrid's poor performance. If Real Madrid has a very important championship, Ronaldo Definitely a contender for this award.”

Regarding the best coach in the world, Mourinho showed the style of a madman. He said that this best coach must be him. If he could not win this award, he might not come.

Mourinho's words seem impartial, but the reason why he and Gao Xiaodong are able to stand here mainly depends on their achievements in Inter Milan. Now that Mourinho does not speak for Gao Xiaodong, this is obviously exposed. The feud between him and Gao Xiaodong.

This is the first time that Gao Xiaodong has entered the top three list of the Golden Globe Award. Gao Xiaodong is not sure whether he can win the award. At this time, he still needs someone to support and encourage him. Mourinho's words gave Gao Xiaodong a little chill. .

When being interviewed by reporters, Gao Xiaodong directly criticized Mourinho, "I don't know if I am the best, but I am definitely one of the best because I am here. If it were not the World Cup year, I would I believe the Ballon d'Or is mine, I am the best player in the Triple Crown club, as for who will win now, I don't know, but I will definitely win the Ballon d'Or next time."

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