The Young Lion

At the end of the first half, the Japanese fans on the scene had forgotten how disappointed they were before the game.

The game is more exciting than they thought.

Millwall played extremely resolutely on every attack, especially at the end of the first half. The modern lone winger, a lone player mode, easily won applause.

Ribery's scarred face may be a little daunting.

But Ronaldo, the boy representing the Millwall Junior team, came off the bench last year in the Toyota Cup. Before that, he impressed Japanese fans, and according to the outside world, the Portuguese boy is a new generation of Millwall The most high-profile genius, a few months away, he is 17 years old, as a genius, it is time to shine.

And Kaka, the Brazilian, has been cheered by Japanese fans, excluding the humanistic connection between Japan and Brazil. Kaka's own image and style are also easier to like.

The teenager Villa scored two goals. His reputation has gradually improved from the trough this season. At least he is now recognized as an indispensable backup player in the Millwall formation.

Aldridge also felt that time passed really fast.

When I first came to Japan to play the Toyota Cup that year, C Ronaldo, Alonso, Villa, these young players are only a junior team, a member of the youth team, come to Japan to give the Japanese national junior team, national youth team to Abuse, unexpectedly, in a blink of an eye, they are also heroic to the age of standing on top of the field.

After playing for 15 minutes in the second half, Aldridge replaced Villa with Rooney.

Bianchi looked angry on the sidelines.

Millwall came with the experience of Boca Juniors!

But he had nowhere to blaze.

Boca Juniors made the game easy. They fell behind by two goals and could only let it go. Millwall did not have to deliberately pursue the play of the modern winger in the second half. He played the most primitive counterattack, using Ronaldo and Ribery on the side. The speed of the road, the combination of Rooney in the middle and Kaka one after the other, the offensive points are comprehensive, and the position is also level.

Aldridge did not move the line of defense, but also targeted Riquelme. The Boca youths invested a lot of force in the attack, but they could not threaten much. After all, they were also playing in an offensive way that they were not good at. To put it bluntly, the core role of Riquelme is missing. Their teammates do not know how to play, and the offense is extremely monotonous.

Boas was extremely focused on watching the game on the coach seat. He now habitually takes a notebook to record the inspiring information on the court.

In the preparation of the investigation of opponents, Boas's evaluation of Riquelme is the most threatening, but the player who is the most threatening in his eyes, but can't play on the field, last year Riquelme was restricted After thinking about it for a year, he was one year old and experienced, and his ability was stronger. He should have made progress, but he did not expect the same result.

"Jenson, you said that players like Riquelme should change in order to meet the development trend of European football."

Boas questioned his doubts.

Jensen thought for a moment: "This topic was discussed with Aldridge ten years ago. At that time, he foreseen that this purely organizational front waist would gradually decrease or even disappear in Europe. At that time, I did not believe it. Now look at Europe. The lineup of the giants have to admire Aldridge's vision. As for how these players should develop, these years of experience tell me that there should be three aspects. First, like Pirlo, front waist and back, For example, in today's game, if Riquelme organizes from the midfield to the midfield area, he will definitely be very relaxed, because Alonso and Gattuso can't rush to the front to stare at him personally, exposing the empty space behind him, But this is not Riquelme’s playing habit. Second, like Ronaldinho, you also know that Ronaldinho has a special position and role in our team, and the winger is not like a winger. The front waist is not like the front waist, but his organizational threat after pulling the edge is much stronger than in the front waist position. The outside world says that Millwall’s front waist is Nedved, in fact I think it is wrong, Ned Vader is our shadow striker, Ronaldinho is our front midfielder, we are front and back dual-core, Ronaldinho near the opponent's goal, Pirlo far away, all-round when instigating the offense Can play threats, can effectively activate each offensive point. Third, it depends on the player's own transformation, such as becoming more offensive and defensive, but this transformation will be very dangerous, and it will be mediocre. "

Boas, like a good student, quickly wrote down Jensen's words in his notebook.

In the course of his observation of the game, in contrast, he did notice the disadvantage of Riquelme's classic front waist.

After Riquelme lost the ball, Millwall could quickly organize a counterattack, because Riquelme's defensive consciousness and ability made him capable of counter-robbing on the spot, unable to achieve the tactical purpose of delaying the opponent's offensive speed.

On the contrary, after Millwall lost the ball, Kaka, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Ribery all quickly carried out anti-robbing. The success of grabbing was second. At least three of them had speed. For a time, the most threatening counterattack was formed, and the speed was what Riquelme lacked. In other words, Alonso ran the ball forward two steps, and Riquelme basically did not chase.

Under the circumstance that the game rhythm and speed are getting faster and faster, Riquelme's sense of presence is getting weaker and weaker. The defense of the Premier League team is good at snatching and snatching. It will not give you the ball easily, turn around, and observe the situation. Slowly organizing the time and space for the offensive transmission, Belon was dismissed as a parallel in Manchester United's unbeatable price. In addition to the cultural conflict that cannot be integrated into the environment, its characteristics are also one of the reasons why the Premier League is difficult to gain a foothold.

In the 79th minute of the second half, Ronalce scored the third goal of Millwall after receiving a header from Ribery's oblique long pass.

Aldrich turned and walked back to the coach seat, allowing Ramall and De Rossi to warm up and prepare to play.

In recent years, with the increasing influence of the post-Bosman rule, South America has become a talent selection base in Europe. South America cannot retain good players. Some geniuses have just landed in Europe directly after turning 18, especially now South American and European players Under the background of huge income differences, the strength of Boca Juniors has declined compared to last year. Riquelme is limited, Tevez’s foothold is not stable, the team’s technical and tactics are gradually out of touch with the times, and Odrić also wins Bianchi. I feel that Yixing is down.

Fortunately, it is worthwhile for young people to experience big scenes and accumulate experience.

At the end of the game, Aldridge got up and shook hands with Bianchi again. This time, Bianchi held him for a short time.

The Governor and the Marshal exchanged their opinions on the sidelines calmly and quietly. Aldridge did not have any racks. In the Toyota Cup, he did not have any thoughts of celebration. He chatted with Bianchi a lot and was not secret.

The exchanges between coaches are secrets and basically will not be disclosed.

Speaking of Riquelme, Aldridge said bluntly: "He is a good player, there are players who can reach the master level, but he will never meet Millwall's selection criteria, we will not need him Such a player, because of his value in Millwall's tactical system, may have a negative effect."

Speaking of Tevez, Aldridge was full of appreciation.

"Tevez has great potential, the advantages of physical fitness and technical ability. If he can steadily improve, he will be able to shine in the European giants in the future."

Bianchi also talked a lot with Aldridge at the tactical level, but Aldridge felt it was a waste of time.

It's not that the other party can't listen to their own words, but that the South American football environment is very different from Europe. Europe pays attention to tactical discipline, and South America is open and free. If the soil of South America's football becomes like Europe, I am afraid that most of South America's genius will die in the cradle.

Bianchi lost to Aldridge for the second time, and he also had no complaints. This time, he was defeated and convinced.

And in the interview after the game, he praised Aldridge and Millwall.

In this battle for the Toyota Cup, there was a story of heroes mourning between the young commander and the governor.

Villa scored two goals, became the best player in the final, and got a Toyota.

Millwall was ready to return to London after the award ceremony.

The Eurasian span is too long, the journey consumes a relatively large amount, and there is a jet lag when going back. Millwall wants to race against time to restore the best state and return to the league to go to Old Trafford to challenge Manchester United.

Before leaving Japan, Aldridge received a call from Thompson, the chairman of the FA.

"Aldrich, you can let the team go back to London first. You stay three days longer in Asia. The AFC, FIFA, South Korea, and Japan organizers all hope you will be there and give them a show. "

The chairman of the FA has experienced a turmoil on the phone with Aldridge half a year ago, and he is right in his position. Well, politicians, how can one endure because of conflicts?

Aldrich turned red and was the most popular head coach in England. He helped the England team to enter the World Cup steadily. He has improved the brand, image, economic benefits and influence of the national team for more than a year. With attention, this is extremely huge.

Thompson will not offend anyone now, nor will he offend Aldridge.

The draw for the World Cup group stage took place three days later, not far from Japan, but in South Korea. If Aldridge leaves today, it is impossible to fly from London to South Korea. Thompson wants to take this opportunity to take Aldridge Staying in Asia and letting him attend the lottery ceremony is not only to enhance the image of diplomacy, but also to make the delegation of England look good.

England is not a seed team, but it can certainly become the focus of attention in the audience with the presence of Aldridge.

"Mr. President, in the contract I signed with the FA, it is very clear that my national team’s work, first of all, cannot affect my work in the club, although attending the World Cup lottery ceremony is my job as the national team coach, But considering that it is during the club league season, I still have to focus on club work. Sorry, I am going back to London."

"Then, well, okay, bye."

Thompson hung up in disappointment.

He really thinks that Aldridge is a wonderful flower, obviously a good opportunity to show his face on the world stage, but don't want it!

Aldridge boarded a plane flying back to London, sitting alone in the corner with his eyes closed.

I was nervous involuntarily.

The World Cup, the World Cup, I think it is far away, but the reality is close.