The Day I Played with Ronaldo

Compared to Pereira's aggressiveness, French coach Raymond Domenech seemed polite: "Brazil is the world champion, they are the most powerful team on this planet, even the strongest ever Brazil. Ronaldo's injury is a pity, he is synonymous with football and I sincerely wish him a speedy recovery. Brazil without Ronaldo is still strong, but not invincible."

"Brazil's magic quartet is famous all over the world, but we will not be led by their noses. We will stick to our football."

Raymond Domenech has coached the French youth team for many years, and many players in this group of French teams were discovered by him.

Although his coaching level and selection of candidates have been controversial, Henry, Trezeguet and other stars are willing to give everything to fight for him, which is his advantage.

He also announced the team's starting lineup: goalkeeper Butters, defender Sagnol, Thuram, Gallas, Abbydale, double midfielder Vieira and Makelele, in front of them is Ribery , Zidane and Malouda, Henry single striker.

Zinedine Zidane, the number one star of the French team, commented on the Brazilian team in an interview: "They have several of the best players in the world. For example, Ricardo and Ronaldinho. I have played against them. I am deeply impressed. Know how terrible they are. We will do our best in the game, no matter how strong the opponent is, it is impossible for us to raise our hands and surrender."

Henry, the No. 2 star of the French team, said: "The most threatening player in the Brazilian team? Of course Ronaldo. It is a pity that Ronaldo was injured. Apart from him, I think it should be Ricardo. In the Confederations Cup 3 years ago I've known him since he was 17 and he's already amazed everyone. He's scored some incredible goals. Now he's more mature and he's one of the best strikers in the world. Preventing him will be the key to our victory."

"I have played against Ricardo and Adriano," Vieira commented, "I think they are all top five strikers in the world. Ricardo is fast, good at technique, good at ejaculation, and often Unexpected move, elusive, difficult to defend. Adriano is very strong and it is always difficult to guard him. The two of them will be no less dangerous than Ronaldo. I am surprised that Adriano did not show up In tomorrow's starting list, Ricardo alone is enough to pose a huge threat to us."

Some celebrities, experts, and bigwigs also expressed their opinions on this game one after another, gaining popularity.

For example, Platini said: "This French team is no worse than it was in 1998. I believe they can overcome the difficulties and reach the final."

Sheringham said: "I used to be a fan of Ronaldo, and now I am a fan of Ricardo. He and Ronaldo have many similarities and some differences, but they also represent the beauty of football. I hope Brazil can enter In the final, Ricardo deserves to shine on the stage of the final."

"Magic Bird" Mourinho also expressed his opinion: "Brazil has several exciting stars: Ricardo, Adriano, Ronaldinho. I'm not saying that the French team is not strong, Henry , Vieira, Zidane are among the best players in their position. But these players in the Brazil team can really change the game."

In general, there are still more people who are optimistic about Brazil.

And the time for this strong showdown is gradually approaching.

On the evening of June 30, the German team eliminated Argentina through a penalty shootout.

Brazil became the only South American team left.

If the Brazilian team loses to France again, the World Cup will become the "European Cup", so it can be said that too many people's hopes are placed on this Brazilian team.

In the game on the evening of the 30th, Italy eliminated Ukraine 3-0, and the second team to enter the semi-finals was determined.

On the night of July 1st,

England lost to Portugal on penalties and the third semi-final has been decided.

In the end, the eyes of the world were on Brazil and France.

The two teams have not had much grievances in history, but in 1998, Brazil, which was favored by many people, was defeated by France in the final, which delayed the realization of Brazil's five-star dream by 4 years.

However, this is not a deep hatred.

At 20:50 local time, players from both sides began to walk into the player tunnel.

There is not much communication between the players on both sides, but the overall atmosphere is quite harmonious. Zidane joked with his Real Madrid team-mate Robinho, and Thierry Henry chatted with Gilberto.

By the time the game starts, they will be enemies, but for now, they are restrained and show no hostility towards each other.

Adriano failed to start today, he didn't even have the mood to speak, and his expression was a bit gloomy.

Ricardo still looked calm. He breathed evenly and adjusted his emotions. The fluctuations in his heart were far more intense than they appeared on the surface.

Only he knows that in another time and space, with the magic quartet, the Brazilian team, which is considered to be the favorite to win the championship, fell at the feet of the French team. Roberto Carlos tied his shoelaces at an untimely time and left Henry unmarked. , scored the only goal of the game.

Of course he can prevent this from happening again. For example, he could defend Henry when Zidane took that free kick.

But the football field is changing rapidly, this scoring opportunity was destroyed by him, and the French team can find other opportunities.

With Zidane's France, it also has excellent creativity and imagination.

Can you win?

When the World Cup first started, Ricardo thought he could win. Because at that time Brazil had Ronaldo.

But now, he really has no idea.

His eyes slowly swept across the players of the French team, and stayed on Abbydale and Gallas for a while.

According to Pereira's arrangement, today he will appear in the right forward position, which happens to be against Abbydale and Gallas.

Ronaldinho plays left forward, and Ronaldinho often has to retreat, and many times he will be alone in front.

Kicking a single arrow is also something he rarely tries. He wasn't sure if he would perform his duties well.

In such a critical game, Pereira is still not at ease with him. The core of the offense on the field today is Ronaldinho, and he is a false No. 9. He is responsible for the tactical responsibility of Ronaldinho. O provided the shells.

The pre-match preparations were completed, and the result of coin guessing was that the French team kicked off first.

While waiting for kick-off, Ronaldinho and Ricardo had a brief exchange. "Little guy, your expression is too serious, relax."

Ricardo's answer was: "I will relax when I win the championship."

Ronaldinho shrugged: "Just play football, just be happy. The championship is of course important, but happiness is more important."

"I usually feel that being happy is more important, but this time, Ronnie is gone, and I must win the championship for him." Ricardo said.