Free Web NovelChapter 2083: Chapter 540: The Great Camp Nou Comeback
Gattuso sighed.
"I was just expressing my feelings."
Kroos said somewhat aggrievedly.
"I support you."
Inzaghi, wrapping his arm around Kroos’s neck, said: "The coach didn’t bench you, so it seems he’s quite satisfied with your performance. It’s just that he can’t openly support you due to his position."
"Seems so."
Kroos nodded in agreement.
Today, Guardiola was angry, but he didn’t mention punishing him.
After Inzaghi’s reminder, Kroos realized this.
Looks like the coach still likes him.
"I think your style is great. Try to give more interviews when you can."
Inzaghi advised.
"You bastard, get lost!"
Huang Kaiwen pulled Inzaghi away, laughing and cursing.
This guy was obviously waiting to see the joke.
Inzaghi stuck out his tongue and ran off.
Huang Kai grabbed Kroos and said: "Sometimes you can’t fully express your thoughts. There are things you know, but can’t speak about, and that’s not being fake, because saying them can cause you lots of trouble. If you don’t want to get into trouble, next time you meet reporters, think carefully before speaking."
"Got it, Captain!"
Kroos nodded vigorously.
Later, UEFA finally announced the punishment decisions regarding players.
"In the first leg of the UEFA Champions League round of 16 match between Barcelona and AC Milan, many unpleasant incidents occurred seriously impacting the image of European football. After our discussions, Barça player Busquets is suspended for one match and an additional two matches. Piqué is suspended for one match and an additional four matches for serious fouls. Barça player Xavi is suspended for one match and an additional five matches for lack of respect to the referee. Puyol and Valdes are suspended for one match and an additional two matches for fighting opponents.
Ramos is suspended for one match and an additional three matches for fighting opponents, De Bruyne is suspended for one match and an additional one match for fighting opponents, Milan players Kroos, Kevin and an opponent are suspended for one match."
When seeing this punishment decision.
Huang Kaiwen was stunned for a moment.
He then remembered that Gagliani kept sending money to Platini.
Milan’s relationship with UEFA isn’t bad either.
Both sides are involved, so UEFA must consider viewership.
During the match, the referee forgot about Rakitic and Buffon, but post-match, they can definitely be seen in the videos.
This obviously aimed to protect Milan, which means protecting viewership and sponsors.
Since the goal was to protect Milan, this punishment decision isn’t surprising at all.
If it weren’t for good buddy Ramos’ notorious reputation, Huang Kaiwen suspects he would be suspended for one match at most, additionally for two matches.
This punishment result, aside from Barça’s protest, didn’t stir much trouble.
In the end, that’s due to the Yellow Ball King’s renowned reputation.
February 19th.
San Siro Stadium.
Milan 3:1 Naples.
Messi didn’t score a goal in this match, but assisted Inzaghi twice.
Post-match, Inzaghi praised Messi’s abilities lavishly.
On the contrary, Messi felt quite disappointed because he always wanted to play at the Sao Paulo Stadium, which is the pitch Maradona played on, but unfortunately, this season’s Naples’ home games were already played.
A day later.
Milan drew 1:1 at Florence, narrowly advancing to the next round of the Coppa Italia.
Had the UEFA Champions League not ended early.
This kind of schedule could be described as murderous.
Obviously, it could be better organized, but the Italian Football Federation still chooses this way, without knowing what they’re thinking.
February 25th.
Back to home.
Milan faced Juventus once again.
Huang Kaiwen was assigned to the bench as a substitute.
Conte in this match deployed a 3-5-2 formation.
Juventus showed great aggressiveness from the start.
At the 14th minute of the match, Simone Pepe crossed from the right finding Matri, who stole the point in front of goal and broke the net guarded by Abbiati.
In this match, Juventus’ wings were very active.
Creating significant trouble for Milan, who were rotating players.
"They seem to have taken some drugs, why are they so tenacious today?"
Inzaghi commented watching the field.
"Just say the sarcasm directly, don’t beat around the bush."
Huang Kaiwen rolled his eyes and said.
Inzaghi clearly knows the reason.
Juventus last season ranked seventh, unable to enter European competitions at all.
Recently eliminated from the Coppa Italia.
Currently, they only have the league title to chase.
The gap in the standings between them and Milan is not large, Conte naturally wants to win this direct confrontation.
This is a six-point championship battle!
After scoring one goal, Juventus retreated significantly.
Today, their defense against the Ball King was also very tight.
"Haha, Juventus’ tactics today seem familiar."
"Yes, they tried before cutting off communication between Huang Kaiwen and his teammates, that was the tactic Capello employed years ago, didn’t expect Conte to use it against Messi today."
"Seeing its current effectiveness, Messi can’t do much without the ball, Conte clearly intends to hold onto this score, what’s your plan?"
"Juventus’ defensive setup today is very strong, Marchisio is performing well, Vidal’s defending against Messi is hands-on, but without big moves, the referee can’t do much against him."
"Playing like this, Juventus might actually win."
[Xu Hao] probably.
"Win your ass, Huang Kaiwen on the bench is fake?"
