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Challenge UEFA!

When Zambrano's column was published on the front page of Marca, it immediately aroused a huge response.

As a professional head coach, Zambrano's analysis of the current La Liga situation is well-founded and full of practical information. Although his optimism about Chinatown is surprising, the reasons are also convincing.

However, what is even more surprising is that while Zambrano affirmed that Chinatown has a good chance of reaching the top four of the league and entering the Champions League next season, he also raised another question, that is, as Manchester City's chief technical officer As an official and head coach, and at the same time the boss of Chinatown, how should Gao Han deal with himself?

Among the outside public opinion that badmouthed Chinatown, Aspen and Zambrano's columns undoubtedly stood out from the crowd. They were very topical and very attractive to readers. As a result, they quickly spread from Spain and attracted media attention around the world. s concern.

According to UEFA rules, Gao Han's two different identities are obviously in conflict with each other. If they were not in the same event before, then forget it. But now Manchester City has basically won the championship ahead of schedule, and Chinatown is also very hopeful of reaching the top of the league. Fourth, then, the problem has begun to be put on the table. How to deal with it?

Soon, Marca published another review article, slowly sorting out the relationship between Gao Han and Chinatown from beginning to end. On the one hand, it allows everyone to have a deeper understanding of their relationship. On the other hand, it is also more curious. If a conflict occurs, how to deal with it?

Is Gao Han going to sell Chinatown?

Or is it that he will no longer coach from now on?

No matter which choice is made, it will undoubtedly cause an uproar around the world.

Media reporters were like a group of sharks that smelled the smell of blood. As soon as they saw the columns and comments in Marca, they immediately followed in a swarm and reported and paid attention to this incident. Soon, all kinds of The rumors spread like wildfire.

In early February, at UEFA's first regular press conference, Marca reporter Cesc asked on the spot, wanting to know UEFA's view on this matter.

UEFA's spokesman was obviously well prepared for this.

"I am very grateful to all the media friends present for their concern. In fact, we have been paying close attention to the progress of this matter. It has been made very clear in our charter and rules. We will strictly follow the rules and regulations to properly adjudicate this matter. , and all media reporters and fans are welcome to supervise."

"However, so far, we have no way to make any response, because we first need to get the list of participating teams for next season's European competitions submitted by the national football associations after the completion of the national leagues this season."

All the media participating in the press conference are veterans. How can they not see that UEFA is playing Tai Chi?

As a result, many reporters asked whether, as long as the list of participating teams is obtained and Chinatown is confirmed to participate in the European competition, there will be a conflict of interest with Gao Han's position in Manchester City?

The spokesperson was also experienced in many battles and immediately said with a smile that only by getting the list first can UEFA follow up and investigate the matter. As for the outcome, it will not be determined until a detailed and in-depth investigation.

Soon, another reporter followed up and asked, if Manchester City and Chinatown participate in the Champions League at the same time, does Gao Han's multiple identities as Manchester City's chief technical officer and head coach, as well as the owner of Chinatown, violate UEFA rules and there is an interest? conflict?

The spokesperson responded and did not respond to hypothetical questions.

All media reporters clearly felt that the UEFA spokesperson was avoiding important matters, and they could understand his reply at this moment. They were even mentally prepared for this, so they began to report on this topic one after another, and many tabloids also started reporting on it. Make associations on the fly.

For a time, the media rallied to attack, using the pressure of public opinion to coerce all parties to express their stance.

Gao Han also quickly realized the seriousness of the problem and immediately held a press conference to express his position publicly, saying that his relationship with Chinatown has never been concealed in the slightest, and all fans around the world know it.

"There are too many disconnected connections between me and Chinatown. It doesn't just belong to me. So no matter before, now or in the future, I will never sell Chinatown. Any rumors that I will sell Chinatown will be ignored." I have handed over all my comments to lawyers and reserve the right to pursue them."

"I want to say that many of my colleagues and players and I have invested a lot of effort in Chinatown, which is what makes Chinatown what it is today. If one day, I have to make a choice, then I won't make a choice. There is no doubt that I will opt out."

Gao Han's statement quickly spread throughout the European football world through the media, causing an astonishing response.

Some media believe that he is threatening UEFA, but others say that he is purely doing it for Chinatown, and some even say that he is doing it to promote himself. In short, as soon as the statement comes out, there are all kinds of comments.

But soon, Manchester City officials immediately expressed their unconditional support for head coach Gao Han and firmly believed in his professional ethics. At the same time, they also hoped that everyone could seriously consider the special nature of Chinatown.

Many famous coaches, including Ferguson, Wenger, Del Bosque, Guardiola, Emery, Klopp, Ancelotti, Capello, and Lippi, have also come forward to express their support for Gao Han and believe that Chinatown The situation is quite special and I hope we can receive special treatment.

Cristiano Ronaldo, Messi, Ibrahimovic, Kaka, Aguero, Franck Ribery, Robben, Drogba, Ronaldinho and many other superstars have also come forward. Even famous players such as Zidane, Makelele, Kiko, and Veron who have retired have come forward to publicly support Gao Han.

The core executives and spokespersons of the English Football Association, the German Football Association, the Italian Football Association, the Spanish Football Association, the French Football Association... as well as professional leagues such as the Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, Ligue 1 and Serie A have all publicly stated that Gaohan and Chinatown should be considered as appropriate. A special relationship should not be beaten to death with a stick.

UEFA President Platini soon said in an interview with the media, "UEFA has formulated regulations and charters to prevent capital from profiting by controlling clubs, but it is obvious that Gao Han's situation is very What’s special is that Chinatown was founded by him, and it took him a full ten years to rise from the lowest league to today’s La Liga.”

"Of course, we assume that if Manchester City and Chinatown coached by Gao Han participate in the Champions League next season at the same time, this will indeed cause some problems, so we are also studying this matter carefully. We need some time."

Platini also said that UEFA already has a very mature prevention mechanism in the competition. After every European competition, an independent organization will evaluate and review the competition process to ensure that the competition is fair, just and open. Therefore, he believes that from a personal standpoint, there is no need to worry too much about Gaohan and Chinatown.

Regarding the news that Gao Han said that if his coaching had a conflict of interest with Chinatown, he would choose to retire, Platini said that he would never want to see such a thing happen.

"There is no doubt that he is the greatest and most successful head coach in world football in the past ten years. He is like a living legend, standing in front of everyone and respected by everyone. He should not leave professional football prematurely. , that would be a loss for everyone who loves football around the world."

Such a large number of people in the football industry have stood up and publicly supported Gao Han. This has also allowed the entire European football world and even fans around the world to witness Gao Han's influence in European football.

The originally hyped media quickly divided into two groups. Some supported special treatment under special circumstances, while others supported UEFA's strict control and resolutely nip in the bud any behavior that violated the charter and challenged UEFA's authority.

In the midst of this overwhelming turmoil, although Chinatown has become famous, appearing in many media pages, and entering the eyes of fans and non-fans around the world, the team's lineup is still relatively young and is easily influenced by the outside world. , there were twists and turns in the results.

After entering February, Chinatown first lost to Levante 0-1 at home, and then lost to Deportivo La Coruna 0-1 away, suffering two consecutive defeats.

These two losses caused Chinatown to lose six points. During this period, Barcelona and Real Madrid also continued to lead. Atletico Madrid also caught up with Chinatown with two consecutive victories and relied on the advantage of goal difference. Reversal of Chinatown, occupying the third position in the league, pushing Chinatown to fourth place in the league.

What’s even more surprising is that after suffering two consecutive defeats, Chinatown drew with Malaga 1-1 at home and tied with Racing Santander 2-2 away from home, suffering two consecutive draws and four games without a win. .

Four consecutive games without a win brought Chinatown to an internal crisis. Although it relied on the team's previous lead to retain the fourth position in the league after losing third place in the league, Valencia and Espanyol , Athletic Bilbao and Sevilla are all chasing after him, and the distance is getting closer and closer, and the pressure is increasing.

Also in the midst of this turmoil, Manchester City, led by Gao Han, still performed very calmly.

After entering February, Manchester City defeated Birmingham 2-0 away, defeated West Bromwich Albion 3-0 at home, defeated Manchester United 2-1 away, and defeated West Ham United 2-0 at home.

Especially the bloody 2-1 away game against Manchester United, which was extremely brutal. Ferguson's Red Devils were relentless in attacking Manchester City, and Gao Han also used his skill card at the last moment, which contributed to the key to Kaká's success. A decisive victory, 2-1 and escaped from the Old Trafford Stadium.

After this battle, there is basically no suspense in the Premier League. It is only a matter of time before Manchester City successfully defends its title.

In addition to the league, Manchester City continued to play with a full substitute lineup in the FA Cup round of 16 knockout rounds. They defeated Leyton Orient 5-0 in the away game and successfully advanced to the quarterfinals.

In the knockout rounds of the Champions League round of 16, Manchester City had good luck in the draw and drew Denmark's Copenhagen. In the first round in late February, they defeated Copenhagen 2-0 away from home.

But Gao Han was not satisfied with the result of the game. If it were not limited by the local climate in Denmark, Manchester City would definitely have the ability to score a big victory directly. They would arrange a rotating lineup in the second round of the home game and recharge their batteries to reach the quarterfinals. .

On February 27, Manchester City ushered in the League Cup final, facing Arsenal led by Arsene Wenger.

But on the morning of the game, Gao Han ushered in Chinatown’s general manager Armando Marcos and technical director Cantarero.

The two came to London, which not only brought unexpected bad news to Gao Han, but also brought an unexpected surprise.