Chapter 111 Fighting Between Dragon and Tiger
There is more than an hour left in the game and the starting lineup can be changed. Santos was dubious but didn't dare to fully believe it.
Focus on offense in the finals? He couldn't even think about it. But no matter what China does, his Portugal will still follow the rules and their defensive counterattacks are ironclad. This is also the reason why Portugal was able to defeat France and win the European Cup, and it is also the reason why this cup can reach the final.
In the locker room, Santos also had to give a speech.
"Two years ago we won the European Cup."
"Now, we have reached the World Cup final step by step. You all know what victory means and you have enough experience in the finals."
“We’re always making new history.”
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"May God be with us."
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Goalkeeper: Patricio
Defenders: Guerrero, Font, Pepe, Cedric
Midfielder: B-Silva, Moutinho, Carvalho
Forwards: Guedes, Ronaldo, Felix
This was the best lineup he could put together. There was originally Semedo, but Semedo had just recovered from injury and he did not dare to take risks.
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At the Luzhniki Stadium, Chinese fans wore white jerseys today, while Portuguese fans wore dark red jerseys. The two seas of red and white occupy almost every corner, leaving only a few stands in the middle for neutral spectators.
The live broadcast stands are already busy and the live broadcast has started.
The live broadcast rooms of CCAV5 and Portugal happened to be right next to each other, but even though they were very close, they couldn't hear what the other party was saying.
Huang Jianxiang's hair is very black today. He went to the barber shop to dye his hair. He has been following the Chinese team since the mid-1990s until now, and he is almost reaching the age of retirement.
"There's still half an hour until the game starts,"
"Now some players are coming out to warm up."
"There was a huge cheer."
"We even saw Cristiano Ronaldo and Dong Fangzhuo appearing arm-in-arm."
"This is the most heartwarming scene before the war."
"The famous star Lahm and Russian supermodel Natalia Vodionova came to the scene with the Hercules Cup. Natalia walked into the stadium holding Lahm's arm and interacted with the fans at the scene, with her charming smile , makes many people fascinated. At this time, you may not think that she is already 36 years old, let alone the mother of three children. Such a beautiful face is really amazing to the world."
"In fact, at the opening ceremony of this World Cup, Natalia has attracted the attention of many media and fans. At that time, Natalia and Cassie entered the stadium together with the Hercules Cup, which symbolizes football's highest honor. Fans all over the world have appreciated her beauty and nobility. This is where it starts and where it ends, Natalya became a beautiful sight at the opening and closing ceremonies."
“In the VIP seats, there were many former football gods, such as Totti, and there were also many legends present, such as Maradona, Ronaldinho, Wenger and others.
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"The World Cup final is the final battle of the four-year golden era, and it will definitely attract the attention of the world. For Maradona, Ronaldinho and Totti, they have all stood on the stage of the final, and this time as a spectator, too Don’t feel anything.”
"Of course, we also have our own celebrities. Hao Haidong, Fan Zhiyi, Sun Jihai, Chen Tao, Zhao Junzhe, etc. are all sitting in the stands. It is said that the Russian head of state will accompany the two heads of state to watch the World Cup final."
"I guess he will appear at the VIP table soon..."
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After a short warm-up, the two sides lined up in the tunnel again, waiting for the opening ceremony to begin.
Dong dong dong,
Dong dong dong,
The sound of gongs and drums at the entrance of the tunnel made every Chinese player excited. Only Dong Fangzhuo and Cristiano Ronaldo were talking and laughing while wearing captain's armbands.
But it seems that Dong Fangzhuo is more calm.
"nervous?"
"ha?"
Ronaldo rolled his eyes, "Do I look like him?"
"It's just the World Cup final."
He shrugged.
"picture,"
Dong Fangzhuo smiled slyly.
"Because you have no experience of a World Cup final, I understand you."
Ronaldo:......
Got poked.
He was nervous, but he couldn't show it, it would be too embarrassing. This is the first time the World Cup finals...
"Are you playing psychological warfare?"
"But pull it down. You know, I have never let my country down, at least not today." Ronaldo pouted.
"Me too. Unfortunately, today I'm going to change that."
"Me too."
At this time, passionate music sounded, and the referee team took the lead to walk out of the player tunnel. Dong Fangzhuo and Cristiano Ronaldo followed them with the cute little fans in hand.
When walking past the Hercules Cup, Ronaldo's eyes instantly became greedy. This was the closest he had ever been to the Hercules Cup, and he couldn't bear to leave.
"You can touch it." Dong Fangzhuo joked.
"No, I'm not that stupid."
Ronaldo shook his head and withdrew his gaze.
The cheers at the scene reached a climax, and the applause became louder and louder.
The Portuguese national anthem was played first, and all the Portuguese fans stood up and sang along. However, their national anthem is too heavy and cannot be sung with passion.
When it was the turn to play the Chinese national anthem, the scene exploded.
"stand up!"
"I don't want to do it..."
The first two words instantly ignited the audience.
It turns out that the national anthem can be sung so vigorously.
Even Huang Jianxiang and Duan Xuan in the live broadcast room stood up and sang. This was the first time.
The whole country stands with the national football team and sings the national anthem.
After the ceremony, the two sides shook hands, exchanged team flags, and guessed coins. Portugal took the lead in getting the right to serve, while the Chinese team chose the South Stand.
Beep——
Young player Felix kicked the ball to Ronaldo, and the 2018 Russia World Cup final officially began.
Seat B got the ball on the right and cleverly passed it to Ronaldo. Ronaldo kept the ball and passed it directly to Mounitio. The latter shook his right ankle and the ball passed between Wang Gang and Zhang Linpeng. Felik Si waved his arms and passed Wang Gang, reaching the left side of the penalty area. He lightly touched his left foot and hit the goal with his right foot before Feng Xiaoting.
With a bang, the ball missed the right post and flew out of the baseline. The Chinese fans were instantly frightened and their hearts almost dropped.
"It's so dangerous. If this ball was handed to Ronaldo, Ronaldo would probably have scored. Felix is still a little green, and his shot was just a hair's breadth away. But the Chinese team should pay more attention and don't be careless."
Felix was also very upset and shook his head as he ran back. When Zeng Cheng kicked the ball, he immediately rushed back.
The ball fell to Hao Junmin's feet. After stabilizing the ball, he was about to pass the ball to Wu Xi. Felix made a sliding tackle from the side and stole the ball!
This time the ball rolled right to Ronaldo's feet.
Faced with this unexpected surprise, Ronaldo pulled his left foot and the ball rolled to him obediently.
He threw his right leg and kicked it, nearly 40 meters away from the goal.
A tomahawk that pierced Changhong's foot and slashed towards the goal guarded by Zeng Cheng! Seeing that the ball was about to fall into the upper right corner of the goal, Zeng Cheng, who jumped up, had no way of touching the ball.
Duang!
The ball hit the lintel and bounced back!
Feng Xiaoting remained unchanged and calmly passed the ball to Li Xuepeng.
"Holy shit!"
"Scared me!"
Guedes quickly stepped forward to press, but Li Xuepeng could only kick the ball away with his big foot. Veteran Pepe stopped with his chest in the backcourt and made a wide-range transfer.
Seat B raised his left foot and stopped for a moment, then passed the ball immediately!
In the penalty area of the Chinese team, Cristiano Ronaldo took off with an overhead kick in front of Zhang Linpeng and Wu Xi!
Blocking out the sky! It's like the devil came to the world. Zhang Linpeng and Wu Xi were both dumbfounded and did not take off at all, because this was not a header at all!
Boom——
The ball flew to the left side of the goal.
God knows how Zeng Cheng managed to escape...