Chapter 149 Golden Boy Award!
Bai Ran couldn't help but smile helplessly. Looking at the answers of these netizens, he didn't know whether to laugh or cry.
Why urge for updates? I'm a football player, not an internet celebrity!
Many fans praised Bai Ran after seeing him upload this video!
"Wow! Your training has caught up again, and it's not behind at all!"
"I've seen you since I was a kid, and you really became good in Europe. I didn't expect you to be so hardworking after you became famous. You are really my idol!"
"You've started to practice dribbling now? It seems that physical training has come to an end now!?"
"It's not that you can't adapt to the rhythm of Europe, I think Europe almost can't adapt to your rhythm!"
Voices supporting Bai Ran came one after another, especially the fans in China. This exercise video is the most classic and it was once Bai Ran's most iconic thing.
Many old fans have watched Bai Ran's videos all the way.
And some fans also gave their own suggestions.
"Bai Ran, you were too hard in the game."
"I saw the game you played against Roma yesterday. Wow, your jersey was torn to pieces, but you were still running forward!"
"You were almost running with Nainglan!"
The audience who watched the game should have noticed this scene. Bai Ran's jersey was pulled down by Nainglan, and Nainglan was given a yellow card for this.
The opponent's punishment didn't matter. This goal made the fans sweat for Bai Ran.
This kid tried too hard. Even if the opponent was a tough team like Roma, he wouldn't have tried so hard!
It's easy to strain your muscles like this. What if you get injured?
Who can you ask for justice!
An apology from the opponent won't make you jump up from the stretcher!
"Don't try too hard during the game. At least you know how to protect yourself and be sure to pay attention to safety!"
"Injury is a player's biggest enemy. I hope you understand this!"
Bai Ran nodded naturally when he saw this comment. What the fan said really made sense. In a game of this intensity against Roma, you can't just focus on playing well. You have to pay more attention to not getting injured. This is the top priority.
"In any case, come on, Bai Ran. If you keep this state, I hope you can score three more goals in the next game!"
This time, Bai Ran finally heard the system's prompt sound.
[Ding! ]
[Task prompt! Perform well in two consecutive games and create at least three goals in each game! ]
Bai Ran frowned. This system is getting more and more outrageous. Is this also calculated into the task?
He is not playing in the third level of the second division, this is La Liga, and there will be the Champions League in the future!
Although it is not impossible to create three goals in two consecutive games, this is a bit harsh!
For an ordinary player, if he is required to meet such a standard, he will probably be driven crazy!
But Bai Ran sighed helplessly. Who made him aspire to become the man standing at the top of the football world on this planet? I must accept this task!
[Reward: Injury Immunity BUFF Skill Level +1! ]
Oh!
Bai Ran was stunned this time. Although this task is not easy, the reward is also very generous!
And Bai Ran thought about it, and now this thing is really exactly what he needs.
The injury immunity BUFF was a level one skill before, which can only be immune to some basic injuries. At that time, it was mainly used by Bai Ran to relieve muscle fatigue caused by excessive exercise, which was very useful.
But if he was really injured in a high-intensity game, this level of immunity could not completely protect Bai Ran.
This time against Roma, Bai Ran was in such danger.
What if Nainglang did not pull his jersey from behind, but directly shoveled his ankle?
Then his career would be scrapped!
Without mentioning these, let's just talk about that goal. Even if Nainglang suddenly pushed Bai Ran forward, Bai Ran would definitely fall to the grass due to inertia, and it would be very serious.
At this time, the higher level of injury immunity will better highlight the role. With it, Bai Ran doesn't have to worry about ordinary injuries causing trouble to his competitive career.
More serious injuries are not a big deal for Bai Ran.
In the future, it can help Bai Ran calmly deal with more intense games, and participate in more brutal confrontations without fear.
"Accept the task."
Bai Ran took the task without thinking, and the reward was quite good. Just for this second-level injury immunity, Bai Ran is worth the effort to create three goals in the next two games!
When Bai Ran was about to pack up and go home, Zidane suddenly came to the training ground. He was wearing a sports T-shirt and had obviously just finished training the players of Real Madrid.
After seeing Bai Ran finished, Zidane waved over here.
"Bai Ran!"
"Come."
Bai Ran put on his backpack and walked over quickly.
"Coach, you haven't left yet."
Zidane smiled slightly and said, "Are you ready for tomorrow?"
"Ready? Isn't there a game tomorrow?" Bai Ran was puzzled, frowned, and looked at the coach.
What is there to prepare?
Zidane's expression flashed with surprise: "No way, Bai Ran, you actually forgot!"
Then, Zidane couldn't help but smile bitterly. He was worried that Bai Ran was too concerned about this thing, so that he forgot to eat and sleep, and couldn't even concentrate on training.
But he never expected that in this kid's mind, this matter didn't have such a heavy weight at all, and he had already forgotten it!
Perhaps Bai Ran was too excited about the game against Roma, so after the game, he wanted to devote as much energy as possible to the training ground!
Zidane said helplessly: "Golden Boy Award!"
"The 2015 Golden Boy Award has been delayed and will be held in February this year. Have you forgotten?"
"According to the current odds, you are the second place, second only to Manchester United's Martial."
Bai Ran suddenly realized!
"Oh——"
"So that's what happened. Do I have to attend a press conference or ceremony?"
Although Bai Ran was also a player in his previous life, he had never participated in the selection of the Golden Boy Award and didn't know the process.
Zidane said, "You need to dress formally to attend the award ceremony."
"You need to go to Italy, to Turin, to attend the press conference for the European Golden Boy selection, and then you can see the results."
"Whether you have been selected or not, you will know when you get there."
"It doesn't matter, I will let Raul go with you."
With Zidane's words, Bai Ran felt relieved. With Raul accompanying him, he felt more at ease. At least he would not make a fool of himself because of his lack of understanding.
So, I need to buy a suit tonight!
Bai Ran touched his chin and said, "I know, coach, I'll leave first, wait for my news tomorrow!"
After that, Bai Ran walked to his room inside the Real Madrid base.
Originally, he was going to go home today, but since there was such a thing, he had to prepare.
He turned on his phone and saw that tomorrow was February 22, Spanish time, and it was the award ceremony for the Golden Boy selection!
So Bai Ran called Alice and the call was answered quickly.
"Alice."
"Help me prepare and book a flight to Turin tomorrow morning. I'm going to attend the European Golden Boy selection!"
"It's better if you come with me!"
Alice's tone was very calm on the other end of the phone.
"Well, I've already booked it for you. I've booked it since you were selected for the 40-person list."
"Anything else?"
Bai Ran was slightly stunned. It seems that this little assistant of his is quite powerful! She can help him arrange these trivial matters in an orderly manner.
Not bad!
"Well, there is indeed one more thing."
Bai Ran continued: "Now come out and accompany me to the mall to buy a suit!"
When I signed a contract with various sports brands to endorse jerseys and sneakers before, you dragged me out to play so many times in the name of work. This time I also drag you to buy clothes with me. It's not too much!
That night, Alice, as a very professional clothing brand master, took Bai Ran to all the large and small shopping malls in Madrid, and finally tailored a suit for Bai Ran!
After putting it on, it was very elegant, and with Bai Ran's clean and handsome features, he was a handsome man!
When Bai Ran walked out of the fitting room, wearing a suit and leather shoes, Alice was stunned!
In the words of China, it was a bit crazy!
Bai Ran is so handsome... It's completely different from his usual sports style, two different feelings!
Bai Ran, dressed in this outfit, added a touch of maturity and stability, more manly, and more charming!
"Alice?"
"Ah! What's wrong?"
Alice was a little fascinated by the show. Bai Ran waved his hand in front of him and said, "What's wrong with you?"
"How about this one? Is it nice?"
Alice nodded repeatedly. It can be seen that Bai Ran's figure has improved a lot in recent times. He is simply a walking clothes rack. He can control any clothes, not to mention this neat formal suit.
"I think this one is fine."
"Hello, how much is this one?"
Just at this moment, Bai Ran interrupted Alice.
"Oh! Don't ask about the money!"
"What a bummer."
As he said, Bai Ran took out a bank card from his pocket and threw it to the cashier at the front desk.
"Just swipe it."
Alice is really, buying clothes and looking at the price?
Don't even think about what Bai Ran's family does!
In a blink of an eye, time came to February 22, 2016.
This day is a special day. 40 young players will be present to participate in the delayed 2015 European Golden Boy Award selection site and award ceremony.
Everyone is dressed in suits and ties, and the female staff are all in black business suits, including Alice.
Bai Ran also met Raul in Turin. The two exchanged a few words and sat in their respective seats.
As a guest, Raul sat in the back row with Alice.
Bai Ran was a nominee for this Golden Boy Award, and he was the second place, so he sat in the front row.
At the same time, Bai Ran also met football superstars such as Martial, Kingsley Coman, and Rabiot.
Of course, they are future superstars, and they are still competing with Bai Ran for the Best Young Player Award.
There was an endless stream of reporters and media staff present, all carrying cameras to record the birth of this honor.
Who will win this honor?
Is it Martial, whose transfer fee is 80 million this year?
Or is it Bai Ran, the dark horse from Real Madrid who has emerged suddenly and grown wildly in less than a year?
Or is it King Coman, the winger who has played for many giants and performed well?
Of course, there are many other players present, and many of them are very competitive!
The European Golden Boy Award was founded in 2003. It is voted by major European media to select the best young player of the year. The candidates must be young players under the age of 21 who play for European clubs.
The winner of the first Golden Boy Award was Van der Vaart from Ajax, followed by Rooney, Messi, Aguero, Cesc Fabregas, etc.
Most of these players had very bright careers later and became precious treasures in the football world. It can be seen that this award is still very authoritative.
Bai Ran sat in the first row and exchanged glances with Martial. The two nodded to each other and did not have much interaction.
There was a hint of contempt in Martial's eyes.
Asian?
Is that Bai Ran who made a lot of noise some time ago?
I thought he was an Asian when I heard his name, and today I saw him and he really is!
Haha...
Martial smiled and shook his head. It seems that there is no suspense about this Golden Boy Award. It must be mine.
Bai Ran waved to Raul and Alice behind him, indicating that he was in place, and Raul also raised his hand in response.
It was about time, and most people were there. The press conference finally began!
Inside the hall, in addition to the cameras crowded around, the lights on the stage were also very bright.
The trophy of the European Golden Boy Award was placed on the table, waiting for the player who belonged to him to appear.
A girl in an evening gown walked up to the stage with a cue card in her hand, smiling and saying, "Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to Turin, Italy."
"Today, we will be selecting the 2015 European Golden Boy Award."
"At that time, friends from the mainstream media will evaluate the best rookie of 2015 and finally select one person to win the award."
"The scope of the selection is young players under the age of 21 who play for European clubs."
"And the mainstream European media that came to our site include L'Equipe, Marca, Bild, The Times, The Telegraph, Mundo Deportivo and France Football, and they will all participate in this selection."
When the hostess read out these names, people in the guest seats at the back stood up from time to time and nodded to everyone.
It seems that this award is quite grand!
After going through the process, the female host also got the scores given by these media. After the backstage calculation, the final winner of this year's Golden Boy Award has been obtained.
Martial was tidying up his suit and bow tie, trying to dress himself up properly.
After all, he should go on stage to receive the award later, and his teammates from Manchester United are waiting to see how handsome he looks.
And he has already promised his girlfriend that he will take her out shopping after winning the European Golden Boy.
He is already a little impatient!
Joining a wealthy club at such a high price at such a young age, isn't this a perfect protagonist script? Martial is indeed a little flattered.
The female host came on stage again and said, "Okay, let's invite the famous legendary football star Henry to announce the results for everyone!"
There was thunderous applause from the audience. The legendary gun king Henry, who had just retired from Arsenal, actually stepped onto this stage, which made Bai Ran a little unexpected.
But Henry actually came out from the backstage, smiling, holding the card in his hand, and said, "The winner of this year's European Golden Boy Award is..."
At this moment, all the lights were focused here, whether it was China, Spain, or even England, all were watching this scene.
The competition for this year's Golden Boy was quite fierce, but it was definitely biased towards Martial.
Will he get the award as he wished?
Although Zidane did not come with him, he also watched the live broadcast through the computer.
Ronaldo also held his mobile phone and stared at everything intently.
Raul also pinched his chin, not daring to breathe, at this moment he was extremely nervous!
On the other side of China, the fans were even more excited!
"Fuck, it's time to announce the results!"
"Bai Ran looks so handsome in a suit!"
"I hope this year's winner is Bai Ran. His performance is undoubtedly better than Martial's, but he has played too few games and his statistics don't look good."
"Look at Martial's behavior. Do you think he's going to win easily?"
"Just wait and see! He'll cry!"
The eyes of the whole world are focused on this. Henry looked at the card on his finger, paused, and then spoke.
"Bai Ran."
Wow! When this name came out of Henry's mouth, the whole audience applauded for Bai Ran!
Raul and Alice at the back of the venue smiled at each other. Sure enough, this kid is good!
Bai Ran has been recognized by most media specialists. His performance this year is perfect. Even though he has played very few games in the top league, every game is very convincing!
Isn't that enough?
On the other hand, although Martial joined Manchester United for 80 million, he has played 13 full games since the beginning of this season and scored only 5 goals, while Bai Ran's performance in the La Liga is - 11 goals in 6 games!
And in the Champions League against Roma, Bai Ran won the MVP with three goals and one assist, which is enough to show how strong he is.
Everyone felt that Bai Ran deserved the title, while Martial's face turned dark and he turned to look at Bai Ran.
Bai Ran smiled slightly. He actually had a premonition about this result.