My uncle is Inzaghi

Chapter 126 Italy’s Luck

"Li Mo and Miss Italy Giuseppe go for a morning jog together!!"

"It is said that at a business event last night, Li Mo and Jussi Buscemire chatted for two hours."

"There is reason to believe that the two of them might have stayed together all night, and the distance would have increased in a straight line, maybe even minus 18cm!"

same day.

Gossip tabloids across Italy began intensive reporting.

Li Mo's popularity in Italy and throughout Europe is much higher than that of ordinary female celebrities. The status of football stars in the European "celebrity circle" is still quite high.

When the members of the Italian national team arrived at the training ground one after another.

Balotelli asked enviously: "Is it fun? Is Jussi fun?"

Li Mo shook his head helplessly: "Can't you be more pure?"

"A young handsome man and a beautiful woman are jogging together in the morning, and you want me to be pure?" Balotelli complained.

Wait until the other players arrive.

What Li Mo saw was a look of envy.

"That's Jussi Buscemi. I voted for her."

"Despair, despair of this world where all women like Li"

"Did nothing really happen last night?"

Li Mo realized what it felt like to be the protagonist of gossip news.

It wasn't until Prandelli arrived that the flames of gossip calmed down a little.

"This afternoon's flight and tomorrow's game, everyone should take a rest, especially you, Li." Prandelli looked at Li Mo.

"Me?" Li Mo was a little strange.

"Save some energy, you are our top scorer."

"Ha ha ha ha."

The teammates laughed.

Li Mo looked helplessly at the old Italian man with a smug look on his face, and shook his head helplessly.

But then again.

That Jussi Buscemi is indeed pretty good-looking

The team trained in Italy for two days before boarding a plane to Prague, Czech Republic.

The European World Cup qualifiers are almost halfway through.

Italy in Group B has a clear advantage. After five group matches, Italy has four wins and one draw, scoring 13 points and topping the group standings.

Behind them is the Danish team with 8 points.

The Czech Republic scored 5 points and ranked third.

In addition, there are three teams in the same group: Bulgaria, Malta, and Armenia. Bulgaria and Armenia both scored two points, and Malta scored 0 points.

The Czech team lost to Denmark 0-3 at home in their last game. If they continue to lose this game, and if Denmark wins Malta at home, there is a high probability that the Czech Republic will be eliminated directly.

There are 13 places in the European World Cup.

The 55 teams across Europe are divided into 10 groups, and the top team in each group directly advances.

The second place in the 10 groups will have the opportunity to compete for the last three spots through the play-offs.

In Group B where Italy is located, Italy has such a huge lead that it has no problem at all to occupy the first place in a group and directly qualify.

The ones who have the strength to compete for second place in the group are the Czech Republic and Denmark. The strength of Bulgaria and Armenia is still not enough compared to Denmark and the Czech Republic. As for Malta, if they can get 1 point in this group, they will be considered a victory.

There are many teams in Europe, and the gap in strength is quite large.

For every team, participating in the World Cup is a dream, especially for teams like Denmark and the Czech Republic that are more lucky and may actually make it to the World Cup - they are also unlucky and are in a difficult situation. The European Region is a hellish difficulty area.

If in Asia.

The strength of Denmark and the Czech Republic can definitely compete with Wobang, and grabbing a spot in the World Cup is not a problem.

therefore.

From the beginning of the game, the Czech Republic, who were at home, were extremely fierce. With the cheers of more than 40,000 fans at the Olympic Stadium in Prague, they launched a fierce attack from the beginning of the game.

This plays into Italy's hands.

What Italy is best at is playing defensive counterattacks.

In this game, the team still deployed a 4312 formation. The three defensive midfielders Montolivo and De Rossi, one on the left and one on the right, acted as bodyguards and ball points for Pirlo. Verratti played the 10th position, and Li Mo and Balotelli double center forward.

Soon, Italy had an opportunity to counterattack.

After Pirlo and De Rossi played a one-two, De Rossi passed the ball through Verratti's feet. Verratti turned the ball around and pushed the ball forward with the outside of his right foot. .

Balotelli pulled out to get the ball and passed directly with his left foot.

Li Mo grabbed the middle and bounced the outside instep of his right foot near the penalty spot, bouncing the ball into the goal.

Czech team captain and legendary goalkeeper Petr Cech had nothing to do with such a shot.

The ball speed is just too fast.

Cech had no choice but to fish the ball out of the goal.

As for the Czech team, they only have one way to go after losing the ball: continue to attack.

only.

Facing Italy's counterattack system, the Czech Republic's proactive attack was more like delivering goals to Italy.

Thirty-sixth minute of the first half.

Italy scores again.

This time it was Balotelli who scored the goal. After Li Mo made a long-range shot at the front of the penalty area to attract the defense, he distributed the ball to the left rib on the right side of the penalty area. Balotelli received the ball in the open space and stopped the ball. After adjusting, he didn't think about life, but directly kicked the pole with his right foot.

The football was sent into the goal again.

In the first half of the game, Italy already led by two goals.

In the second half, Prandelli began to mobilize his troops.

Giovinco came on to replace Balotelli.

The formation was adjusted to 4 321, with Giovinco playing No. 9 and a half behind Li Mo.

The Christmas tree formation is considered a very classic "Italian football formation" in Italy.

It was Ancelotti who flourished in AC Milan back then.

Now that this set is put out, it is equally powerful.

In the 60th minute of the game, Italy attacked, Li Mo was brought down in the penalty area, and the Italian team won a penalty kick.

Li Mo personally took charge and took the penalty shot.

Three to zero, the Italian team completely sealed the victory.

Then Prandelli made another substitution adjustment, Pirlo was replaced and Giaccherini came on.

The formation is adjusted to 442 with a diamond midfield.

Li Mo and Giovinco partnered as a double forward, one high and one fast.

Qiao Wenke is responsible for high speed, and Li Mo is responsible for fast speed.

Italy began to try to take the initiative to attack - although for any national team, defensive counterattack tactics are the most cost-effective tactical option.

Especially in big competitions like the World Cup and European Cup.

Teams with a solid defense especially take advantage.

But there will definitely be times when Italy needs to take the initiative to attack.

Therefore, with a 3-0 lead, it is normal for the coaching staff to want to try more tactical routines.

Although Italy is making tactical adjustments, one thing remains unchanged: utilizing Li Mo's scoring ability.

Kick around that.

With a striker like Li Mo in the formation who is capable of seizing opportunities, he can put the ball into the goal for you whenever there is a chance. Such a forward is really an advantage in the formation.

In the 87th minute of the game, Li Mo faced Cech in the penalty area and did not choose to shoot by himself. Instead, he passed the ball to Verratti, who seized an opportunity and sent the ball into the empty goal.

Four to zero.

Italy scored a big win on the road, bringing its points to 16 points, and at the same time completely shattered the Czech team's hopes of entering the World Cup.

After the game, Buffon went to exchange jerseys with Cech. The two legendary goalkeepers commiserated with each other, and then Cech became busy comforting his teammates.

The overall strength of the Czech Republic is here. It is really just a dream to enter the World Cup, and now it is just waking up from the dream.

More than 40,000 Czech fans shed tears in the stands.

They have to wait another four years.

In this world, which country's fans don't dream of their team entering the World Cup?

After the Italian team finished the game, they flew to Paris, then transferred from Paris and flew to Brazil.

On the third day after arriving in Brazil, the team played a warm-up match with the Haitian team.

Prandelli used all substitutes and fringe players in this game.

There are many players in the twenty-three-man roster who may not have many opportunities to play.

So this warm-up match is the last opportunity given to fringe players.

The result is very disappointing.

Even facing Haiti, which ranks around 100 in the world, Italy was actually tied 2-2 by its opponent.

Comparable to the German team being tied by the Dragon Kingdom national team

After this game, many fringe players in the team may have fewer opportunities.

After this game, the Confederations Cup is coming.

Italy is in a group with Brazil, Japan, and Mexico.

The opening game of the tournament is Brazil versus Japan.

The Brazilian team at home easily defeated Japan 2-0 and got off to a good start. The Brazilian team's star Neymar scored twice, showing a very good state.

On the afternoon of June 17th.

Italy's match against Mexico is about to begin.

Because it is a prelude to the World Cup, it is also an official international competition between continental champions from all continents in the world.

Still getting a lot of attention.

Several TV stations in Italy have sent on-site commentary teams.

Milan Sports Station commentator Antonio Guevara and commentator Maldini were in place early.

However, on the TV screen, the most eye-catching person is neither Antonio, who looks quite professional, nor the former AC Milan star and Italian star Maldini.

But the front host. Di Rita Leotta.

Di Rita Leotta, known as "Italy's sexiest anchor", is currently wearing Li Mo's No. 19 jersey.

"The starting lineup has come out, Dili, I noticed you are wearing Li Mo's jersey."

Antonella smiled.

"Yes, I like him so much. When I think about him, my whole body starts to get hot."

Dilita Leotta said with a wink.

While many Italian fans stood up, they also began to envy Li Mo, who was so remembered by such a beauty.

"Okay, the players from both sides have already started to play! Judging from the starting lineup for this game, it should be the 4312 formation that Prandelli prefers to use recently. Goalkeeper Buffon, center back Barzagli partnered with Bonucci, left and right full-backs They are Abate and Chiellini, the midfield three is Pirlo, De Rossi, Montolivo, the attacking midfielder Verratti, and the double center Balotelli partners with Li Mo.”

Antonella, the commentator, raised his voice and leaned forward slightly to hide his embarrassment.

Li Mo's face appears in a close-up.

He stood at the back of the line - a position usually occupied by the star player if he was not the captain of the team.

This also illustrates Li Mo's status in the Italian national team.

He is the attacker the team relies on most.

"This is Li Mo's first time representing Italy in the World Series!"

Maldini cheered.

Of course he knew Li Mo.

When he was in Vismara, he often coached Li Mo to play football, and Maldini often brought the child version of Li Mo to the San Siro.

"Before this, we have been lacking stable scorers, and the arrival of Li Mo has made up for this. No, this is not a make-up, but an improvement! It has also improved the quality of Italy as a whole!"

Maldini knows only too well the importance of an all-around center like Li Mo to Italy.

Italy is so lucky.

Li Mo is only 18 years old now. Counting his peak period until the age of 30, there are still 12 years of peak period, spanning three World Cup years.

"Paul, what do you think the team should achieve in this Confederations Cup?"

Antonio asked.

"Of course it's a championship! This is a huge boost to the team's confidence!"

When Maldini said this, the game had already begun.

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