World Cup of Great Powers

As the referee Quan Zhongzhe blew the whistle to end the game, Wulihe Stadium suddenly burst into jubilation.

Chi Shangbin rushed into the court with his arms raised high and hugged the players to celebrate.

The substitutes jumped for joy.

Veteran Ma Mingyu, who had been on the bench for 90 minutes, also held the hands of other players and excitedly "broken out" to the court.

The sound of crackling firecrackers rang out almost simultaneously in the streets and alleys outside Wulihe Stadium - the carnival in Shenyang had begun.

The excited fans split into two teams.

One team stayed in the stands, wanting to spend more time with the players and coaches;

The first team couldn't wait to leave the stadium and met with their relatives and friends who had been waiting outside the stadium for a long time to quickly spread the good news of winning.

A group of fans from Beijing even rushed out of the gate, shouting: "Awesome! The Chinese team is awesome! Coach Zeng is awesome!!!"

Outside the stadium, a group of fans wearing jerseys with the score "2-0" printed on them beat drums, waved flags, and set off toward Youth Street along the gate of Wulihe Stadium.

They proudly showed off their compassion to the onlookers.

After seeing the score, pedestrians also had happy smiles on their faces.

When it was close to 10 o'clock, the main thoroughfares in Shencheng were crowded with people celebrating.

The car can only move slowly.

Colorful Li Hua spreads happiness in the air from time to time.

At this moment, the whole city of Shenyang was drunk.

"congratulations..."

"Same joy, same joy..."

Amid cheers, Zeng Zheng walked off the podium at the press conference.

Walk through the crowd and avoid the microphones held out by reporters.

The leader, Han Tao, slapped open the back door and escorted Zeng Zheng out of the press conference.

As soon as he entered the passage, Zeng Zheng's expression changed instantly.

"QTMD congratulations, what kind of congratulations to him?"

Zeng Zheng was very angry.

Judging from the score, the Chinese team indeed defeated its opponent.

But the team's losses were far beyond his expectations.

8 yellow cards and 6 suspensions.

One serious injury, two minor injuries, plus six cramps.

This is far different from Zeng Zheng's prediction before the game that up to four players would be suspended and no one would be injured.

After realizing that it was unrealistic to equalize the score, the Iranian team actually adopted the tactic of "taking a back seat even if they die".

Frequent physical contact and mutual aggression have greatly increased the number of yellow cards and injuries received by the Chinese team.

Although the Iranian team is not doing well either.

However, three of its main players were replaced early in this "dirty exchange".

"How is Li Tie?"

After hearing Zeng Zheng's inquiry, Han Tao did not answer immediately, and his eyes were a little dodged.

"I know even if you don't tell me, it's broken, right?"

"Boss Zeng, you, you know?"

Han Tao also received the news when Zeng Zheng attended the press conference just now.

Lee Tie has always presented himself as a "tough guy".

Han Tao couldn't accept this sudden fracture.

"That idiot is just like that. He never learns to be smart."

Zeng Zheng cursed in a low voice as he walked away.

"It got so bad that even a fool could see that the Iranian was starting to hold back some bad moves, and he still charged forward with determination."

"If he doesn't break his bones, who will?"

After muttering, Zeng Zheng waved his hand and said, "Let him rest well in the hospital. He won't be able to return to the court until he is completely recovered."

"Also, call Seville and tell him the situation in detail."

"By the way, don't forget to tell them that our medical conditions are okay and there is no need to go to Spain to recuperate."

After saying that, Zeng Zheng pushed open the door of the dressing room.

"Tseng!"

"Tseng."

"Coach Zeng."

Seeing that it was Zeng Zheng who had returned, the team members subconsciously stood up to greet him.

Seeing Li Jinyu and Li Weifeng's swollen knees, Zeng Zheng frowned and immediately waved his hand for them to sit down.

"Okay, okay, both of you are not good at saving fuel. The person opposite has raised his feet, and you two are still going up like two idiots? Don't you know the situation and hide behind?"

"Hey, Boss Zeng, stop talking. It's all about that. Whoever shrinks his head is the bastard!"

"Yes, Boss Zeng, he kicked me, and he won't be able to feel better. Just look at it, that guy must have been injured more seriously than me!"

Seeing that his two proud disciples were so seriously injured, Zeng Zheng couldn't bear to investigate further.

"Okay, okay, hurry up and pack your things."

"If you want to go back to the club, go back to the hotel and rest."

"Especially if the next game is suspended, don't take the initiative to call me if I don't call you."

"TMD, I really don't know if you are playing football or risking your lives..."

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The day after the Sino-Iraqi War.

When Zeng Zheng opened his eyes, he was still immersed in the carnival atmosphere of last night's Wulihe victory.

From Qingnian Street to City Hall Square, the fans were uproaring almost all night long.

After all the matches in the first stage, the Chinese team has a record of 3 wins, 1 draw and 10 points, ranking first in the group.

The team disbanded immediately after returning to the hotel last night, and the players also returned to their hometowns to participate in the league.

Fortunately, the logistics work of bamboo shoes was done very well.

Players studying abroad only need to sleep in the hotel, and a dedicated car will be sent to the airport in advance the next day.

Zeng Zheng turned on the TV, and the news reports on every station were about last night's game.

There is only one big rival in the top ten: Iran.

After defeating the opponent at home, Zeng Zheng and the Chinese team successfully completed the first stage of the task.

No need for Zeng Zheng to say.

Even the media and hosts said that this victory was equivalent to getting half a ticket to next year's World Cup.

The media from all walks of life are full of enthusiasm, clamoring to go to Japan and South Korea next year to kill everyone.

For the Chinese team, it doesn't matter how they perform in the final round of the first stage of the top ten competition.

Even if the Iranian team kicks Bahrain out of the competition at home, the Chinese team is still ahead temporarily.

Seven days later, the final round results of Group A came out.

The Thai team lost to Qatar 1-3 at home, and the Iranian team defeated Bahrain 1-0 at home.

This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! The current points situation in Group A is that the Chinese team ranks first with 10 points with 3 wins and 1 draw, and the Iranian team ranks second with 9 points and 3 wins and 1 loss.

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Third to fifth place are Qatar with 1 win, 2 draws and 1 loss with 5 points, Bahrain with 2 wins and 2 losses with 2 points, and Thailand with 1 draw and 3 losses with 1 point.

Judging from the current results, the Thai team has almost lost the chance to qualify for the World Cup.

This is also in line with the real strength of the Thai team.

You know, the Thai team's historic entry into the top ten has already caused a sensation in its country.

If they lose the next game, then there will be no possibility of qualifying from the group in theory.

So will the team win?

Thai fans are confused.

Because their opponent is the Chinese team!

"...It is reported that the Chinese team arrived at Don Mueang International Airport on the morning of September 19."

"...The head coach of the Chinese team once said in an interview with reporters that he will lead the team to strive for victory."

"...Currently, the only advantage for the Thai team is that the Chinese team is missing most of its main players..."

"...The above is reported by "Bangkok Sports" for you."

During this trip to Bangkok, Zeng Zheng made a major change to the team.

Even Ou Chuliang was left in the country.

The Thai team was weak and had only one draw in 4 games.

With such a weak team, Zeng Zheng would certainly not use all his main players.

As for bringing a substitute, will it be a mistake?

At present, there is no such news in China.

In the eyes of the public, even if it is the second national team, it will not be a problem to defeat the Thai team.

On September 22, at the Rajamangala National Stadium in Bangkok, the Chinese team played against the Thai team in the fifth match of Group A of the top ten in the second stage of the World Cup qualifying round.

In this game, Zeng Zheng gave substitute goalkeeper Fu Bin a chance.

In addition, the lineup is almost entirely made up of substitutes.

Xu Yunlong, Yang Pu, Du Wei, and Wu Chengying partnered as defenders; midfielders Zhao Junzhe, Zheng Zhi, Shen Si, and Ma Mingyu; forwards Su Maozhen and Zhang Yuheng.

After the start, this "Chinese second team" played very steadily.

Although the three players on the back line were all "newcomers", they successfully used offside tactics twice in the first two minutes to defuse the home team's attack.

Facing the weakest team in the group, Thailand, the Chinese team not only stabilized its defense, but also played not conservatively at all.

With Zheng Zhi's tyranny and Zhao Junzhe's delicacy, the team quickly turned away from home.

Taking advantage of the opportunity to counterattack on the spot in the midfield and frontcourt, he launched multiple offensives in succession.

The right wing, led by veteran Ma Mingyu, has become the source of the Chinese team's offense.

In the 8th minute, Zhang Yuheng received Ma Mingyu's through ball and used his personal skills to get out of the bottom and reciprocated the favor in time.

In front of the penalty area, Ma Mingyu met the ball and shot furiously, but unfortunately the ball was heroically blocked by the opponent's defender with his body.

Subsequently, Ma Mingyu's corner kick landed right on the head of the unguarded Su Maozhen.

It's a pity that the latter's header was in an improper position and the ball unfortunately went over the crossbar!

In the 17th minute, Yang Pu once again made a breakthrough on the right, winning another free kick opportunity for the team.

It's a pity that the free kick taken by Zhao Junzhe was not of high quality and was pushed out of the baseline by the opponent's central defender.

After playing for 20 minutes, although the team has not yet scored a goal, the advantage on the field has become increasingly obvious.

Even though Du Wei is a national youth player.

But under Zeng Zheng's advice, I gained nearly 10 kilograms.

When he stood in the restricted area, he saw a towering moving castle.

Before the little guys from the Thai team could remember to move left and right, they bumped into the wall and were knocked unconscious for a long time.

In the first 30 minutes, Fu Bin, who finally got a chance to play, was not tested at all.

In the 31st minute, the Thai team made a long pass from the backcourt. Xu Yunlong was careless and the opponent's forward snatched the ball from behind.

Fortunately, Du Wei arrived in time and blocked the ball out of the post with her feet.

Five minutes later, facing a powerful long-range shot from the Thai team, Fu Bin hugged it tightly and then lay down on the ground, demonstrating his strong professionalism.

In the 29th minute, during a frontcourt steal, Zhao Junzhe received the first yellow card of the game.

"Xiao Zhao is cheating again?"

"Tsk tsk tsk..."

"This guy actively doesn't want to participate in the next game!"

In 4 minutes, veteran Ma Mingyu was suspected of diving on the edge of the opponent's penalty area and was also shown a yellow card.

It is different from Zhao Junzhe's frustration.

Ma Mingyu seemed very open-minded after taking the card.

With his current situation, he won't get many cards for the national team.

At the end of the first half, the second national football team still took the initiative on the field.

It's a pity that the players' ability to dig out opportunities is insufficient, and they often end up with long shots or long passes.

The Thai goalkeeper blocked the ball and became the best and most outstanding player in the first half.

In the 40th minute, the Thai team's winger succeeded in breaking through from the right for the first time. After passing Yang Pu, he shot hard.

Thanks to Du Wei's sliding tackle and using his body to remove most of the ball's power, Fu Bin was able to hold the ball under him!

Seeing the opponent kick such a threatening shot, Jin and Chi were also a little dissatisfied.

We haven't scored yet, so why are we going to be scored by our opponent?

This can't happen!

Under the urging of Jin and Chi, the team soon made gains.

In the 42nd minute, Ma Mingyu rubbed his right foot while being marked by two defenders of the opponent and sent an overhead ball with a perfect placement.

In the penalty area, Su Mao really understood the situation and made a wonderful diving header to score, scoring his second goal in the top ten games.

Thanks to Jin Tou Lao Mao's header, the Chinese team entered the halftime break with a 1-0 lead in the away game.

In the second half, the Thai team replaced forward Kass, while Zeng Zheng remained unchanged in response to the changes.

After the game started, the team still took the initiative.

In the 47th minute, after Zhao Junzhe's free kick was blocked by the opponent, Ma Mingyu promptly dropped the ball into the opponent's penalty area, breaking the opponent's offside trap.

Su Mao's header was really accurate, and Zhang Yuheng calmly took off the ball and volleyed ten meters in front of the goal.

At such a close distance, the Thai goalkeeper was beyond reach and could only stand there and watch the ball go into the net.

2 to 0!

Since then, some players' physical fitness has declined slightly due to the weather.

There were also several undue passing errors in the midfield of Chao Junzhe, and the Thai team began to gradually balance the situation.

In the 64th minute, the Thai winger once again broke through Yang Pu's defense on the right and made a pass.

The ball passed in front of the Chinese team's goal and was saved in time by Wu Chengying who rushed back from the other side.

A minute later, Zeng Zheng chose to make a substitution and replaced Zhao Junzhe, who was in poor condition, with Li Xiaopeng.

Four minutes later, veteran Ma Mingyu also retired from the front line and entered the battle for the first time since the top ten games.

Zeng Zheng's change immediately achieved the desired effect.

With the addition of new forces, the defense on the left and right sides of the midfield has been greatly enhanced.

Coupled with the fact that Zhang Yuheng retreated, it was difficult for the Thai team to break through the Chinese team's first interception.

In the 72nd minute, Du Wei, who performed extremely well in defense, once again saved the team.

Faced with a sudden shot from outside the opponent's penalty area, Du Wei once again stepped forward and blocked the ball out of the post with her hip bones.

The Thai team's attacking midfielder, who was shooting from a long distance, saw this and slapped his thigh repeatedly.

Why do my own shots always hit this person?

After that, Zeng Zheng used the starting point to replace the goal scorer Su Maozhen.

Rather than strengthening the offense, it is better to let more substitute players "walk around" in the top ten games.

In the 81st minute, Shen Si's free kick flew directly into the Thai team's penalty area. The Thai team's goalkeeper jumped up in front of Zhang Yuheng with all his strength and hit the ball out of the baseline with his fist.

In the next 3 minutes, the Chinese team took four consecutive corner kicks.

Every corner kick is extremely dangerous, with a posture of hanging directly into the goal.

Finally in the 84th minute, the Thai team's defense collapsed.

Zhang Yuhuang jumped forward and pushed the ball from the front point to the back point with the back of his head.

Wu Chengying at the back post kicked the ball into the Thai team's goal without anyone defending.

3 to 0!

The Chinese team completely sealed the victory.

In the last minute of injury time, a Thai player took a free kick from 35 meters away and directly hit the goal.

Fu Bin jumped up and blocked the ball out of the post with his fingertips.

However, because the fluctuation of the ball was not obvious, the referee did not award the Thai team a corner kick, but directly blew the whistle to end the game.

At the final whistle, the entire coaching staff high-fived and cheered for this victory together with the Chinese fans who performed equally well in the stands.

On the contrary, the Thai team fans looked disappointed.

As early as when the Chinese team scored the second goal, many fans sighed and left the stadium early.

This home defeat means that the Thai team has completely lost its bid for next year's World Cup finals.

The most interesting thing is that after the game, many Thai fans vented their resentment on the kid who placed the Thai team in Group A!