Chapter 942: The First Round of the European Cup Begins (Second Update, Please Subscribe!)

The first day of the European Cup is over.

Poland tied Greece 1:1.

The Netherlands lost to the Czech Republic 1:3.

The first day of the European Cup's Group A matches came to an end, and it also caused a big upset.

The Netherlands, the World Cup runner-up, actually lost to the Czech Republic.

Regarding the issue of the Netherlands' loss, various reports from the "Sun" and other media began.

First, The Sun was the first to break the news of the internal strife.

However, it is clearly part of the speculation.

Because there is no Huntelaar's name in it, but it means that Robben and Van Persie are at odds.

Although the two men were noisy, it did not reach the level of fistfights.

For this reason, The Sun is making nonsense.

However, their infighting was still very accurate. Although Van Bommel, the captain of the Netherlands, strongly denied it, the game was played like that, and the infighting should not be too obvious.

Under such circumstances, the Netherlands' situation in the European Cup has also begun to become turbulent.

If they fail to resolve conflicts, it will be difficult to move forward.

It was supposed to gain a promotion spot in Group A, and even qualify first in the group, but due to internal strife, there is a possibility that it will be eliminated.

On the first day of the event, the first game was a hot one and the second game was an upset.

These all set off the atmosphere of the European Cup.

Facing this atmosphere, fans are looking forward to it even more.

Because on June 10, which is the second match day of the European Cup, the Group of Death match is about to begin.

In the first round, Croatia faced Portugal.

In the second round, Germany faces Denmark!

The match between Croatia and Portugal naturally attracted the attention of countless fans.

Especially Croatia, which looks extremely powerful, how they will perform is also curious.

June 10th, still in Warsaw.

After one day of the European Cup, the fans' enthusiasm became even higher.

On this day, Croatian and Portuguese fans became the most watched targets.

The two national teams are very similar.

In European football, they all have the title of ‘black shop’.

It is an output-oriented league!

However, compared to the Portuguese League, which has had great success, the Croatian League has lower gold content.

At least the Portuguese Super League team, Porto, won the Champions League.

The best result in the Champions League for the Croatian league giant Dinamo Salegb is the quarterfinals.

However, in terms of high-end combat capabilities, Croatia is indeed better.

"The media is talking about you and saying that you are the father of Croatian football!" Van Steyak said with a smile.

He was about to go to the stadium, but Besic was still looking down at the various tactical documents and values ​​to ensure that nothing went wrong.

As the architect who discovered Suker, Modric and other players and formed the strongest Croatian national team in history, Besic is naturally qualified to enjoy these honors.

"Not even close!" Besic waved his hand without raising his head.

Van Steyak was stunned for a moment. He just thought Besic was being modest and said with a smile, "You don't have to be modest. After all, these are the results you have made."

Besic finally looked up and said slowly, "I'm not humble. There is still some distance."

At this time, Vansteyak was stunned.

We have already done this, but there is still a distance?

People like Suker and Modric are the results of Besic's youth training!

Although Van Steyak was the first to contact Suker, to be honest, without Besic, Suker would have played in a corner, and it would be difficult for him to have a chance to flourish.

After all, not everyone is willing to give a 160cm tall man a chance!

Even if Su Ke grows taller in the later period, it will take a lot of time and his growth will be greatly slowed down.

Besic lowered his head and continued to look at the tactical table and said; "Suk and Luka were indeed discovered by me, but to be honest, I didn't expect their talents to be so outstanding, but their appearance greatly reduced my plan. Execution time!”

"Originally, it would take about 30 years for my plan to reap the first results, but the emergence of Suker and the others has accelerated this matter. In ten years, the overall strength of the Croatian League will increase!"

Having said this, Besic looked up at Van Steyak again: "The key is the final years of the careers of Suker's group."

"My training plan is a step-by-step process, using the first group of players to drive the second group, and the second group to drive the third group!"

"For example, if players like Srna choose to return to the Croatian League at the end of their careers, their experience, skills, etc. can be given back to younger players. It doesn't take long, it only takes 1-2 years for these young players. You will be able to achieve a radical change!”

"And this group of people has entered Europe again, and a small number of them have entered top leagues and even wealthy clubs. In the future, they will give back to the Croatian League again. Only in this way can a healthy cycle be formed!"

"Now the plan has been launched, but the first closed loop has not been completed!"

"Only when Srna and others return to the Croatian League and drive young people, can the first closed loop be completed, then Rakitic and others, and then Perisic, Kovacic, Brozovic etc"

"Of course, I don't ask them all to come back, but as long as a few come back, it will be a huge benefit for the Croatian League!"

Besic slowly raised his head and closed the tactical book in his hand.

"In this way, we can not only improve the competitiveness of the Croatian local league, but also continuously produce excellent seedlings!"

Click!

Besic stood up: "It's time for us to go!"

Van Styak stared at Besic blankly.

He rarely admired a person, but at this moment, listening to Besic's plan, his head was slightly buzzing.

The benefits of the present will benefit the future!

Once this cycle really develops, the Croatian league will be able to obtain a steady stream of experience and technical feedback, and with these to drive young players, it will not only strengthen the competitiveness of the local league, but also accelerate the training of these newcomers.

Besic is not building a youth training school at all, but a national youth training system and model!

In the bus, the Croatian players are ready to go.

Suker and Srna sat in the front row, next to Besic and Van Styak.

At this time, Van Styak suddenly leaned over and whispered to Suk; "You should respect Mr. Besic, he is an amazing person!"

Suk: "???"

Are you sick!

What disease did you suddenly get!

Suk rolled his eyes, closed his eyes slightly, and adjusted his state.

The other Croatian players did the same.

Before the big battle, you must concentrate your attention. The game changes rapidly, and any lack of attention may lead to some irreversible situations.

The Warsaw National Stadium was once again in a boiling state.

Even compared to yesterday, it was more enthusiastic.

After all, this game is a focus battle.

Croatia vs. Portugal.

Both sides are European powerhouses!

At the same time, major participating teams in the European Cup are also watching this game.

In addition to Germany, which needs to prepare for the next game, players from Spain, England, Italy, France and other countries are paying attention.

Both Portugal and Croatia deserve their vigilance.

Especially Croatia.

As the media analyzed, their data also told them that this Croatia is the most powerful team in this European Cup.

Even as the World Cup champion, Spain, with its matador army, dare not say that it can win.

"Croatia's overall strength is very strong, and each position is too average!"

"I can't find any shortcomings! The only shortcoming is their central defender combination, right?"

"It's just that they lack experience, but they are more proactive. With their full-back Srna's mobilization and command, there is no problem!"

Xavi, Iniesta, Puyol and other Barcelona players gathered together to chat.

They sat on the left half of the conference table.

Casillas, Ramos, Alonso and other Real Madrid players sat on the right.

The two sides were clearly divided and there was almost no communication.

This is also the split situation of the Spanish national team created by Mourinho's shouting every moment.

Spanish coach Bosque looked at this scene and shook his head slightly.

He was also very uncomfortable in his heart.

Although there was no conflict, the contradiction still existed.

Refusing to communicate is also one aspect.

It can't be seen in the game. They still perform their duties and don't communicate at all on the spot.

This is like a time bomb that makes him panic.

Bosque also reported this problem to the Spanish Football Association.

But the Spanish Football Association is also in a difficult position!

Mourinho won eight championships for Real Madrid in two seasons!

Facing such a meritorious coach, even if the Spanish Football Association is dissatisfied, they can't drive him away!

Real Madrid will definitely not do it!

In the current situation, we can only take one step at a time.

"Croatia's front midfielder is too fierce!" Ramos frowned.

When I think of Croatia's front midfield combination, it is a headache.

Although Portugal is also very strong, it will not have the dominance of Croatia in the game.

There is no doubt that Portugal is likely to play passively in this game.

The warm-up session of the players of both sides has appeared in the TV camera.

The Warsaw National Stadium is also a boiling scene.

In the stadium, Suker is warming up.

As one of the two most watched players in this game, Suker is the focus wherever he goes.

The camera is almost welded to himself, and there is even a single camera that is always aimed at himself to capture his movements at every moment.

Suker didn't care, or rather, he was used to it.

Under Van Styak's lead, the entire Croatian team warmed up.

The substitutes warmed up on their own, while the starting players followed Van Styak to warm up in a more in-depth way.

Soon, the warm-up session ended, and the players from both sides walked towards the player tunnel.

Suker and Ronaldo just walked into the tunnel together, and the camera immediately captured it.

However, the two did not make any eye contact and walked straight to their locker rooms.

In the Croatian locker room, Srna was dressed neatly, and he was looking for his armband.

"Come on! Captain!"

Suker stood up, took the captain's armband from the side and walked over with a smile.

"I'll put it on you myself!"

Srna smiled and stretched out his arm, Suker put the armband in, pressed it firmly, and then patted it twice.

"Defense is up to you!"

Srna nodded: "Don't worry!"

After a pause, Srna took a deep breath and said loudly; "Guys, gather here!"

Croatian players, including head coach Besic and assistant coach Van Styak, gathered in a circle and put their arms around each other's shoulders.

Srna said passionately:

"I want you to remember now that this is the stage of the European Cup. Unlike club competitions, we are fighting for our country!"

"When we put on this jersey, we need to remember that in faraway Croatia, tens of thousands or even millions of fans in the stands are waiting for our performance!"

"We must give them a wonderful game!"

"Newcomers should not have too much pressure. If not, what should you do? The teammates around you will remind you. Don't be afraid of fighting and dare to take action! Understand?"

Vida, Lovren, Strinic, the three players who are about to start, hurriedly shouted: "Understood!"

"Guys!"

Srna stretched out his hand.

Everyone pressed their palms on it.

"Croatia, beat the rhythm for us again!" Srna shouted; "Fight!"

"Fight!! Fight!! Fight!! Fight!"

Everyone shouted three times and followed Srna out of the locker room.

Besic silently watched his disciples walk to their battlefield. Seeing their impassioned speeches and performances, a trace of relief appeared on his face.

His efforts were not in vain!

This group of young people are representing Croatia, and they will definitely be able to win honors one by one.

In the player tunnel, with the arrival of Croatia, the Portuguese players who had been waiting for a long time frowned slightly.

Although they did not look back or turn their heads to look over, they could still feel the huge pressure.

Portugal is not a weak team in European football, but Croatia is definitely a strong team at the T1 level in European football.

The team is full of stars and has strong abilities.

For them, this game is a difficult battle.

C Ronaldo is wearing the captain's armband of Portugal. He is also at the forefront and keeps taking deep breaths.

He also knows how much pressure this game has.

In club competitions, Modric can help him, but in the national team, he can only rely on Moutinho and others.

On the other hand, Suker, as his opponent, was still in a strong state.

At this time, the referee signaled; "Get ready to play!"

The players on both sides were shocked.

Their first European Cup match was about to begin!

Wow! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ——

The cheers on the scene surged violently.

The cheers of tens of thousands of fans seemed to overturn the entire stadium.

Whether it was Croatia, Portugal or local fans, they were all looking forward to this game, and their enthusiasm was extremely high.

The starting lineups of both sides were as follows;

Croatia (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Subasic.

Defenders: Srna, Vida, Lovren, Strinic.

Midfielders: Perisic, Vukojevic, Rakitic, Modric, Suker.

Forward: Mandzukic.

Portugal (4-3-3):

Goalkeeper: Patricio.

Defenders: Coentrao, Alves, Pepe, Pereira.

Midfielders: Moutinho, Verosso, Meireles.

Forwards: Ronaldo, Postiga, Nani.

Looking at the Portuguese lineup, Besic raised his eyebrows slightly:

"Inverted triangle formation in the midfield!"

Van Styak nodded; "4-1-2-3 single defensive midfielder, Verosso trailing behind!"

Besic; "Is this an offensive formation?"

"It's hard to say!" Van Styak: "If we add high-pressure defense, it means we have to curb our midfield from passing the ball!"

Besic nodded; "Let's test the ball control on the left wing first."

With Suker, Modric and Rakitic on the left wing, there is no need to worry about ball control.

This is also the best way to test the wing.

Croatia's style of play is different from Poland and Greece in the opening game. They are not rookies, and they will not suddenly go up and fight with their opponents.

Step by step, relying on the pressure of the lineup, constantly compressing the opponent's space, and at the same time penetrating the ball into the goal.

The strength of this Croatian team lies in its omnivorous nature!

You ask him to play fine, and he can play fine.

And once the fineness is ineffective, Croatia can immediately change to 4-3-3, relying on the double wingers and the fulcrum center forward to play long passes.

The worst is to highlight Suker's personal ability with a dog catching the frisbee!

Srna, Rakitic, Modric are the three "frisbee players"!

Only Suker can't eat!

There is no situation where they can't be fed!

Suker!!! !!! !!! !!! !!! ——

Suker!!! !!! !!! !!! !!! ——

Suker!!! !!! !!! !!! !!! ——

Ronaldo!!! !!! !!! !!! ——

Ronaldo!!! !!! !!! !!! ——

Ronaldo!!! ! ! ! ! ——

The fans of both teams were shouting the names of their top stars.

And it just so happened that the two were standing opposite each other, so there was a sense of conflict.

However, the two still did not look at each other, and no sparks were created.

Ronaldo kept exhaling and taking small steps to adjust his state.

Suker was jumping up and down in his signature way.

Under the camera, the battle was about to break out.

"First, take it slow!"

Suker raised his right hand and said loudly.

Other players also nodded.

In the first half, Croatia took the lead.

As the whistle sounded, major commentators around the world were also excited at the same time.

"This is the second day of the 2012 Poland-Ukraine European Cup, the first round of Group B! Croatia vs. Portugal!"

"The game starts! The game starts! The first game of Group B in the group of death starts!"

"Croatia vs. Portugal, a strong dialogue in the European Cup! Can the defending champion Croatia win the first game!"

"Can Portugal beat the powerful Croatia to get a good start? Can Ronaldo lead Portugal to win?"

Under the passionate voices of many commentators, the game began.

But unlike the excited commentators, Croatia did not launch an attack immediately after the game started, but the two flanks were inward, forming a passing network, and constantly making tentative passes.

On the other hand, Portugal also stood in its position cautiously. After the first wave of pressing, it did not continue to exert force, but was ready!