After signing with AC Milan, I will be the king of football!-Chapter 1782 - 479: King Gigi (Part 4)
"What do you think of Udinese’s performance?"
"Francesco, who do you think is the most crucial player for Udinese?"
"Mourinho has hired a wizard as a consultant. Would you ask for a wizard’s help, Pep?"
"..."
Guardiola graciously gestured for Guidolin to speak first.
Guidolin adjusted his collar before leaning in and saying, "It’s important for us to be in third place in the league. Everyone is crucial, but if I had to say, our forward line is excellent. Alex is very inspired, and Antonio is outstanding."
He was referring to Sanchez and Dinatale.
Sanchez was signed by Udinese at 18, but due to his youth, he was loaned out.
Guardiola nodded and said, "I’ve seen Udinese’s performance, and some of their players have great potential. They’re not an easy opponent to handle."
"What about the Bender brothers, Pep?"
The reporter pursued.
Guardiola said, "Both of them have performed well, but they are currently Udinese players. I know that once they are loaned out, they still belong to Milan, but to show my respect for Udinese, I don’t want to talk about them right now. I can only say they’ve played well."
"What about Udinese?"
The reporter asked.
Guardiola smiled and said, "Udinese’s performance has exceeded my expectations. I mean no disrespect, but last season they were still fighting relegation, and this season they’ve suddenly become our title contender. Such a transformation has surprised everyone. There are good things happening there, and things we can learn from."
A smile appeared on Guidolin’s face.
He didn’t expect Guardiola to speak so highly of him.
He thought this young manager, praised by the whole world, would look down on others.
"One last question, Pep, would you ask for a wizard’s help?"
The reporter pursued.
Guardiola’s smile grew even brighter as he said, "I respect others, and I acknowledge other coaches’ methods. Everyone is free to choose their own ways. But for me, I prefer to let my tactics speak for themselves. In this world, the most fair thing is equivalent exchange. However much I invest in tactics, the team responds on the pitch, and that’s my principle. Alright, that’s it for the pre-match conference."
Returning to the locker room, Guardiola saw the players chatting.
He looked at Huang Kaiwen and asked, "Kevin, can you play in the center today?"
"Of course, no problem!"
Huang Kaiwen nodded and said.
Pele’s characteristics are better for playing on the wing, but he can also handle the center.
This is mainly related to the development of football.
Recently, Kaka hasn’t been as active in the center either.
The defense in the center has become tighter, making breakthroughs in the center more challenging than before.
Since Guardiola had spoken, Huang Kaiwen decided to see what card he drew today.
[Ding, you have obtained a 24-hour experience card of the 13th round of the 1997-1998 Serie A season, Udinese VS Florence, Oliver Bierhoff]
Wow.
It’s him.
Bierhoff was a typical late bloomer, becoming famous at 28 during the European Championship.
Voller and Klinsmann, his seniors, had firmly held the main positions in the national team, leaving Bierhoff to watch on TV at home.
After Voller retired, he got his chance.
Most interestingly, after playing for Udinese, he transferred to Milan.
Although his goal efficiency at Milan wasn’t high, he was quite useful as a pivot.
This got a double legend, and even Yellow Ball King had to use it.
[Ding, successfully used Bierhoff experience card] 𝚏𝐫𝚎𝗲𝕨𝐞𝐛𝕟𝚘𝐯𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝗺
It just so happened that Bierhoff was at San Siro to watch the game today, so Yellow Ball King considered it a tribute to his senior.
"Let’s go, time to warm up on the field."
Huang Kaiwen stood up and said.
The Milan players gradually followed him out.
After everyone left the locker room.
Guardiola pulled a stack of photos from the envelope he carried.
Seeing Mourinho’s photo, he decided to skip it, giving Jose a rare break.
Finally, he selected the photos of Kroos and Inzaghi.
Inzaghi is a king now, so he should be able to handle more responsibilities.
He lit an aromatherapy candle and held the two photos above the flame, chanting, "Goddess Brigitte of fire and fertility, inspiration and medicine, please bless the most creative player on the green field, keep him safe from injury. In return, I am willing to offer Kroos’s romance and Inzaghi’s fertility. May you always protect Kevin..."
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San Siro has become the most intimidating home ground in Europe.
Since Huang Kaiwen’s return, the Rossoneri have shown a passion for football far exceeding before.
Every home game day, the stands are always adorned with various banners.
Today, they used cards to form the word "champion," telling Udinese to show some respect.
Don’t think that just because you’ve improved, you can challenge Milan.
Lars Bender looked at his brother Sven Bender.
Both of them are eager to return to Milan, so today’s match is crucial for them.
For this, Sven Bender even deliberately delayed his recovery time, just to skip the matches before this one, avoiding injury, and showcasing himself in front of Guardiola.
"Both teams have returned to the player tunnel. Today’s match is a confrontation between the first and third in the standings."
"Indeed, Udinese has performed very well this season, but AC Milan still has an absolute advantage in terms of strength."
