The Football Journey After Soul Shifting

Naples' previous two-game losing streak reduced their previous absolute lead to 2 points.Although still occupying the top position, the prospect of upgrading suddenly became confusing.Because no one is sure, will Naples usher in an embarrassing three-game losing streak in the next game after De Laurentiis takes power?

The opponent Cagliari (cagliali) in this game has a peak-like distribution. In the recent game, they have achieved 4 wins and 2 draws with the stable performance of the famous player Zola (o). occupied the second position.For the two teams, this game is undoubtedly a close battle for the top spot.

However, according to the judgment of the betting company before the game, our Naples has an absolute disadvantage. Their recent two-game losing streak is like a high-pressure water pump that is constantly running, which makes their winning ratio rapidly increase-this also prompts the betting company Decisively adjust Naples' home winning odds to 1 to 2.

The focus of this Serie B battle has also unsurprisingly attracted the attention of all the media.Well, the "Naples Sports Daily" endorsed by Liu Wen listed three major highlights before the game.

The first is of course a gimmick for the battle for the top spot. The winning side in this game will occupy the top spot, adding a powerful weight to the upgraded balance.

The second is Cagliari veteran Zola, the 38-year-old Italian star and Diego Maradona (Diego Maradona), personally created the glory of Naples in the early 90s, which is the myth of Naples The founder and witness of , is also the eternal idol in the minds of Neapolitans!Ten years later, Zola returned to the San Paolo Stadium again, but this time he was wearing the red and blue jersey of Cagliari.

Moreover, this may be the last time veteran Zola played at the San Paolo Stadium, and he may retire at the end of this season.You know, he is a piece of football history in his own right.

The third has to do with our tanks.In this game, Scoglio desperately put Arini, who had just recovered from his injury and even had only one afternoon of recovery training, into the squad for the game.As the hope of Naples, whether Mariano Arini can recover as soon as possible and dominate the game again is what the media are most concerned about.

These three highlights are enough to shock Naples' box office-all the tickets have been sold out the day before the game. More than 7 Naples fans brought fireworks, banners, scarves, and team flags into the San Paolo Stadium.Naples, the largest city in the South, is almost empty for everyone—not just to watch a battle for the top spot, but more to go on a pilgrimage, to witness the alternation of a new and old history.Perhaps Scoglio thinks so, he wants Liu Wen to play, he wants him to take over the banner of Zola in Naples, and rebuild a period of glory in Naples-but is this possible?

<bsp;zola)从球员通道中跑出来，他的出现让全场球迷们的欢呼声到达了顶峰。这位缔造过那不勒斯神话的意大利名将已经不再是昔ri那个23岁的青年，这位38岁的老将已经年华老去了。他听见了球迷们的欢呼声，他把双手举了起来，向球迷们致意。

Naples fans will always remember this little star who brought them glory!They greeted him with high-pitched singing!

"Gian-Franco-Zola, woo-la-la-you have an amazing left foot--you brought us a championship! Woo-la-la-Gian-Franco-Zola!"

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Liu Wen stood in front of the goal, ready to start warming up.

He suddenly felt a little envious of Zola, the little man that Napoli fans still remember even ten years later.But what about his big man?Will anyone still remember him ten years from now?

But the banners swaying around the field immediately made him notice his existence.On the stands around the San Paolo Stadium, there are banners with their names printed everywhere.

On the largest banner in the center stand, a burly dinosaur is printed impressively-this is very common.But the frightening thing is that the dinosaur's head is wearing a golden urn of the king (Mariano Arini: Return of the King).

"Hey Mariano, give it a try!"

Flores (flore flores) tactfully passed the ball to Liu Wen, motioning for him to shoot.

Liu Wen got the ball and started dribbling. His ankles were flexible and his steps were stable, which seemed to be a good sign.He brought the ball into the penalty area, looked at the goalkeeper's position, and kicked the goal. The ball quickly passed through Manita's ten fingers and entered the lower left corner of the goal.

Yes, everything is still the same!

From the moment Liu Wen dribbled the ball, the cheers at the St. Paul Stadium have never stopped. They seem to be the famous St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra, accompaniment for their king. Entered the high urn of the king! "

Zola looked at the boy in front of him with great interest, the shot just now was really beautiful.However, if he wants to become the king of Naples and be compared with Diego, he still needs to pass the test of the game.

"Zoran (Zoran Mirkovic), if this kid plays later, remember to be tighter and don't let him take the ball comfortably. Zola whispered to Mirkovic next to him, the same as before, experience The rich Zola is half the head coach on the field.

Shanna looked at the big man on the field with complicated eyes.It looks like he's fully reverted to the all-powerful Mariano he once was - and it looks like the device is still useful.

The game starts with 15 minutes left.I believe that Sao Paulo fans are looking forward to the early start of the game.

After all, this is a duel between the newcomer and the old man!

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Zola put the ball on the kick-off point in the middle circle, and he has fond memories in this stadium as one of the protagonists of the Napoli team 13 years ago. Thirteen years ago, it would have been Diego Maradona standing across from him waiting for the kick-off... This time is really nostalgic.

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Referee Messina blew his whistle and the game started.Zola kicked the ball to his partner Suazo.Dedicated to the game amidst the noise of the Sao Paulo fans!

As a veritable battle for the top spot, this situation should not have happened on the scene.

<o）在右路的突破非常犀利，让替换了托斯托的左后卫奥利弗(olive)有些手足无措。

Zola showed a leadership role on the field, he unexpectedly dropped his position back, allowing Esposito and Suazo to go up the front line.In short, Zola's position in the team is equivalent to the traditional nine and a half.

Liu Wen sat on the bench, watching Zola's performance intently.The 38-year-old star has obviously lost his speed and stamina, but he still teases the frizzy Zamboni time and time again with his outstanding skills, handling almost every ball just right.

The fans in the stands were evoked by Zola's performance.They seem to have seen those glorious days again, and they began to applaud the hero Zola!

In the 308th minute of the first half of the game, Zola passed Carrera with a beautiful pull at the front of the penalty area. Facing the pressing Zamboni, he passed the ball to Esposito on the right. , Esposito swept the ball back to the goal without waiting for the ball to hit the ground!

Carrera and Zamboni, who were restrained by Zola, were unable to take care of Suazo who was grabbing a spot in front of the goal. The 25-year-old Honduras international leaped high and smashed the ball into the goal guarded by Manita with a hammer. .

Cagliari led 1:0, and Zola planned a lore!

Zola smiled and gave Su Yazuo a high-five. He aimed his eyes at Liu Wen who was sitting on the bench and winked at him.

"Get on the field! Boy!"

Liu Wen saw Zola winking at him, and he really wanted to play, compete with Zola, and attack the city like before; but Scoglio was as stable as a rock at this time.He didn't even bother to move.

Scoglio's intentions are obvious. With Liu Wen's current physical condition, he is not yet able to play nine to ten minutes of fierce confrontation.Only dormant can erupt!

Before the end of the first half, Dionigi shot the ball into the goalkeeper's arms five meters in front of the goal, and missed another chance to score.Immediately afterwards, Esposito's long shot also popped out of the center post.

The score in the first half was 0:1, and Naples was still one goal behind.

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At half-time, Scoglio sank in the locker room.The lag in the first half is undoubtedly something no one wants to see. If this score is maintained until the end of the game, it also means that Naples will usher in a three-game losing streak after the new boss De Laurentiis took office-you know, Before this game, Scoglio was likened by the media to 'sitting on the crater'.If this game is lost again, his situation will be even more dangerous.

"David, pay more attention to interspersed running in the second half! Why didn't I realize that your running is as slow as a giant aircraft carrier before?" Scoglio said, "Mariano, you go to prepare for warm-up, I will send you at any time in the second half You play."

Liu Wen excitedly replied yes, after half a month of waiting, he can finally play!He who was immersed in the excitement didn't notice that there was a look of disappointment on Dionigi's face-for the 29-year-old shooter, there is nothing more precious than self-confidence.

Immediately afterwards, Scoglio briefly explained the tactical arrangements for the second half. When the intermission time came, the Naples players filed out of the locker room and prepared to play!

When he saw the team's lineup, De Laurentiis, who was watching the game on the rostrum, sank slightly, but then regained his previous grace.The well-known film mogul was successfully elected to the city council of Naples after acquiring Naples.Some people say that those who support him cast a precious vote not for his good deed of buying Naples, but for his smile and demeanor.

"Why didn't Mariano play? What was Scoglio thinking?" The same question spread from De Laurentiis's heart to the entire San Paolo Stadium, and this question materialized into sound waves 10 minutes after the opening of the second half. .

In the 9th minute of the second half, Zola penetrated the Naples defense with a beautiful through ball. Esposito took advantage of his speed and rushed all the way after receiving the ball. Carrera, who was slow to turn around There was no way to stop the advance of the Italian light cavalry, allowing Esposito to face the goalkeeper and push the ball lightly.

Napoli trailed by two goals with 35 minutes remaining.According to Biscardi's words: Naples must be careful to deal with the situation on the field.

"We want Mariano! We don't want this giant aircraft carrier!" Similar slogans seem to go back to Ancona three months ago.At that time, Liu Wen came on stage with the slogan "We want David, not this big bear!!"

But in the end, the 'Newspaper Delivery Kid' defeated Ancona with two wonderful goals, set foot on the Italian field with a perfect start, and set off an almost crazy goal frenzy ever since.

Everything, from now on, looks like a reincarnation.

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No. 15 minutes into the second half of the game, when Dionigi was intercepted by the opponent's defender again, and when the fans' shouts reached a peak, Scoglio finally couldn't sit still.He said to Liu Wen: "Mariano, go warm up and play in 2 minutes."

Liu Wen suppressed the excitement in his heart, stood up from the bench, began to stretch his legs, and warmed up—these small actions caused Mount Vesuvius to erupt, and all the fans began to shout crazily.

With Carrera clearing the ball out of the touchline to create a dead ball, Napoli called for a substitution, with No. 88 Arini coming on for No. 16 Dionigi.

Standing on the sidelines, Liu Wen tucked the hem of his light blue jersey into his trousers again, trying to calm down his inner excitement—everything was the same as it was three months ago.

Dionigi staggered off, hugged Liu Wen, and said in a low voice, "Good job, newspaper delivery boy." Only this time, his voice seemed a little helpless and deep.

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In any case, the lava from Mount Vesuvius erupted to the extreme when Liu Wen was about to play, and the burly dinosaur printed on the largest banner in the center stand vibrated regularly with the vibration of the volcano, as if to As the boiling magma devours all opponents.

Perhaps Biscardi's commentary at the scene best represents the voice of Naples fans.

"Welcome back to our king!"

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