Chapter 66 One more

Chapter 66 One more

Pirlo stood on the penalty spot. At this moment, Milan is hanging up and down. If the goal is scored, AC Milan can ensure their fourth place in the league. If the penalty is missed, AC Milan can only miss two consecutive seasons The Champions League, this is what Milan people don't want to see.

Pirlo ran up and kicked, and Lupatelli made a judgment in advance. When the football was kicked out, Pirlo's heart was cold.

Just when the football was about to pass Lupatley and go into the goal, Lupatley actually blocked the ball. Degan, who was standing in the midfield position, could even hear a "crack" and shattered. Countless Milan hearts.

But at this time, Kaka stood up again, rushed into the penalty area quickly, and shoveled the football. This time, Lupatley had no choice but to watch the football go from his He flew past his feet and got into the goal.

There was a deathly silence in the football stadium, followed by the amazing shouts of thousands of Milan fans who accompanied the team on the expedition, and the AC Milan substitute players and coaching staff on the sidelines were also jubilant.

The AC Milan fans who were watching the game in Milan also detonated the whole city at the moment when the football crossed the goal line. People cheered and hugged each other. Celebrating, it was as if Milan had won the championship.

Berlusconi and Galliani also breathed a sigh of relief, and finally kept the fourth place in the league. Although they had to participate in the qualifying rounds, they finally broke into the UEFA Champions League.

This also means that the income of AC Milan next season is guaranteed. This season, because of the absence of the Champions League, AC Milan lost a large amount of income, and the economy is in a state of financial constraints. Fortunately, everything is over. up!

Immediately after the goal was scored, the referee blew the whistle for the end of the game. In the Frachi Stadium, the Milanese celebrated as if they had won the championship.

Digan shook his head helplessly. He never thought of letting AC Milan go. This result is entirely the result of AC Milan's own hard work. After the score, for a long time, most of the AC Milan players looked listless, only a few players were still working hard and working hard.

Maldini slowly tore off the hairband on his head, and it was finally over. After this game, he could finally have a good rest. After more than 20 years of fighting, the captain of Milan, the banner, and the loyal soul Feeling tired, deeply tired, originally after the end of last season, he had already planned to retire, but the club and fans' retention made him decide to play for another year.

This season, Maldini feels powerless all the time. After all, he is not young anymore, and at the age of forty, he can't support his body at all, and continue to run on the court as he did when he was young.

Now it is finally over. Although his brilliant career lacks a champion to embellish, but can help AC Milan return to the ranks of the Champions League? Ranks, he has no regrets in his heart.

After the celebration, the fans of AC Milan and Fiorentina paid their respects to this loyal soldier, the legend of Italian football. The fans got up one after another and applauded Maldini.

Maldini's eye sockets also became a little sour, and he kept applauding, waving, and hugging everyone, whether they were opponents or teammates, to the stands around him.

He is about to leave this beloved stadium!

Digan also walked in front of Maldini, and the two embraced. Digan respected Maldini very much.

Maldini's feelings towards Degan are quite complicated. Degan brought him a Champions League trophy, but after that, Degan left San Siro without looking back.

If Digan can stay, then the current AC Milan will definitely be very different. Maldini does not want to blame anyone, does not want to blame Ancelotti for forcing Digan away, and does not want to blame Digan for lack of AC Milan. loyalty.

Maldini's performance tonight was perfect. His 38 pass success rate was as high as 90% in the whole game. What is even more surprising is that Maldini's success rate reached 100% in 6 confrontations with his opponent. , This makes it hard to believe that he is a 41-year-old "old" star.

In addition, Maldini also put pressure on the opponent through steals and oppressive defense many times, destroying many of Fiorentina's offensives and ensuring the safety of the team's defense. He has also become the most eye-catching star in the defense today.

Look at the whole stadium where the fans stood up and cheered for the Italian hero. At this moment, both AC Milan and Fiorentina players applauded and congratulated Maldini, and hugged him one by one. Tonight undoubtedly belongs to Maldini Ni's.

Although AC Milan only won fourth place this season, for Maldini, he only enjoys the feeling of being retired. In this way, he has marked the end of his 24-year career. A perfect ending, Maldini is destined to be an immortal legend in the history of the Rossoneri.

The beginning of the legend came from June 26, 1968. The former captain of AC Milan, 36-year-old Cesar Maldini was blessed with a son, and that child was Paolo Maldini. Paul's favorite team since he was a child turned out to be Juventus. When he was 10 years old, his father asked him to choose to join AC Milan or Inter Milan youth team. Paul chose the former without hesitation, and thus began more than 30 years of red and black football. Over the years, from a Juventus fan to a loyal minister of AC Milan.

There are many "father and son soldiers" in world football, but there are not many people who can achieve brilliance like Maldini and his son. Over the European Champions Cup.

On January 20, 1985, when Maldini came off the bench in Milan's match against Udinese and made his Serie A debut, Degan hadn't even been born. A football role model who has gone down in history pays homage.

Maldini can be said to be one of the few flawless players in world football. He is the embodiment of many commendatory words, such as loyalty, fighter, generosity, and elegance. When the idol of the generation has become the object of worship for fans, Maldini's influence on football is still not to be underestimated. Recently, "Gazzetta dello Sport" asked 100 Serie A stars to participate in the voting, and selected the most encouraging player in the football world , and inspired them to keep improving and eventually achieve the success of the idol, Maldini's high distance to the top.

Maldini got more votes than Maradona and Roberto Baggio, and Digan also voted for Maldini. When he was interviewed, he described Maldini like this: "When I first came to When I arrived in Milan, I quickly realized that the man in front of me was the same player I had only seen on TV before. I began to follow his example and learn the secrets of his success. I found that he kept making progress. My heart is entirely derived from his tough personality. Maldini is very important to me. Although I only played for Milan for one season, he has a great influence on me. As a player, you should learn from him. He is great. "

If counting from entering the Milan youth team, Maldini has played for AC Milan for more than 30 years. Of course, his harvest is also heavy: 7 Serie A titles, 6 European Champions Cup titles, 6 European Super Cup titles , 2 Toyota Cups, 1 Club World Cup, 1 Italian Cup.

Maldini was named World Footballer of the Year by a British professional magazine, and he was also the first person to receive the UEFA Lifetime Achievement Award. It can be said that AC Milan and Maldini have achieved each other.

"I played for Milan at the age of 10 and played in the first team at the age of 16. As a player who was born for Milan, I feel extremely honored."

Since he set foot on the Serie A field in 1985, the red and black of Maldini's jersey has not changed. Until today, when Maldini played the last game on behalf of Milan, Maldini, who will be 41 years old, put his All of his football career has been dedicated to AC Milan, which is even more valuable in today's materialistic football world.

Today's football is dominated by gold and yuan. Many stars would rather abandon their football careers for high salaries. Many stars have become a means of making money for agents. Anelka is the most typical player, and many players only regard the team they play for as a place of work for their dreams.

And Maldini refused to be called by other teams during his more than 20 years of playing for Milan. Whether it was the glorious Milan dynasty in the 1990s or the short trough in the late 1990s, Milan fans always felt at ease. Because there is a loyal Maldini in the team, an idol that everyone in San Siro admires.

Maldini's loyalty to Milan now goes far beyond the scope of football. He is a model of charisma. Maldini has built a monument of loyalty for himself by relying on his steady step by step for more than 20 years. It touches all those who love football, and also touches those who don't understand football.

As Maldini, who can be Digan's uncle at any age, his energy will definitely not be less than the world's number one star, and his determination to win is as strong as when he first stepped on the Serie A field.

Someone once said that if you want to be that kind of person, you have to beat that kind of person. Maldini wanted to be that guy, so he beat that guy. He did it, he became that kind of person. Therefore, now Maldini is no longer just the No. 3 of Milan, he is a banner of Milan. Maldini has brought Milan to every corner of the world with his skills and personality, and made Milan Milan The song sang all over the streets and alleys.

As long as Maldini is still on the field, Milan fans will feel that they have a backbone. However, now that Maldini has retired, San Siro has lost the number three and the captain. When people are used to seeing the calm captain on the court, they don't know how long it will take to get used to the days without the captain.

Galliani, vice chairman of AC Milan, once said: "The most perfect thing I can think of is that Paul chooses to retire when his son Christian starts to start for Milan."

But now Maldini obviously intends to end early, and his mantle will most likely be inherited by his son one day in the future. Maldini's departure means the end of a legend, and the new legend of AC Milan may be It will continue to be staged in the future, but in any case, Maldini has personally set up an immortal monument for people who love football for more than 20 years. It belongs not only to San Siro, but also to the Apennines. It also belongs to the whole world.

In addition to being on the court, Maldini off the court is also a man worthy of everyone's respect. The handsome Maldini was also romantic when he was young, but when he was 19 years old, he received a call from Sacchi: "Do you want To be a player, or a playboy?"

Since then, Maldini has become a professional role model, never late, no alcoholism, no nightlife, that is, in that year, he met his current wife Adriana, and the two got married in 1989, this love It has been for 20 years.

Maldini is handsome and sexy, and countless women are willing to throw themselves into their arms, but he has never been rumored, which is really admirable.

Maldini has two children, the eldest son Christian was born in 1996, and the youngest son Daniel was born in 2001. The family of four enjoys themselves happily.

Outside of football, the Cavaliers are basically left to their wives and children, especially after becoming a father. Now that Christian has officially joined the youth training camp of AC Milan, people hope that the legend of the Maldini family will continue forever.

"Bless you, Paul!"

Maldini smiled slightly, as elegant as ever, nodded slightly, turned and left.

"Rod! Thank you!" Kaka walked over with a smile.

Digan rolled his eyes: "I never thought of letting you pass. In fact, I really hope to keep you out of the Champions League once again!"

Degan wasn't joking, he was very serious. Although it's no big deal to let AC Milan go, but Degan's game has never been willing to be mixed with any water.

Kaka smiled: "I know! But I still have to thank you, at least after today, I have no regrets!"

Digan was taken aback, and said, "You've already made up your mind, haven't you?"

Kaka did not deny it, nor did he give an affirmative answer. He just smiled and said, "Who can say for sure what will happen in the future! Rhodes! Don't lose the two finals!"

Deegan shrugged: "Of course, I never thought of watching others lift the trophy! Will you come to the Olympic Stadium game?"

Kaka smiled and shook his head: "I don't want to be a spectator, watching others hold the cup!"

Kaka turned and left. Degan looked at Kaka's back, and he could feel that Kaka had made a decision in his heart, but he could not see this decision until all the dust settled.

Kaka has already decided, so what about himself?

Degan shook his head, didn't think about those things, and greeted his teammates to leave the field. Although they failed to win the last game of the league, which made this season unable to draw a perfect end, but the game is over, they should think about it now. The next game is the final of the Coppa Italia with Juventus.

Like a preview of the Champions League, it was also at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome that Fiorentina and Juventus met in the final of the Coppa Italia.

Before the start of this game, Juventus had announced that from next season, Ranieri would no longer serve as the team's head coach. For tinkerers, he wanted to stay in Juventus' coaching experience This is the last chance to do something.

Of course, this game is another person's last chance. This person is the Czech iron man Nedved. This is a farewell season. Maldini, Figo, and Nedved have all announced their decision to retire.

Although the Juventus club sincerely proposed to renew the contract, despite including Inter Milan, Lazio, Notts County, the second division team coached by Eriksson, the Los Angeles Galaxy and Al Ahly in Egypt Teams from all over the world have sent gracious invitations, but this strong fighter is tired of years of fighting and only wants to disband and return to the field.

In a personal statement released, Nedved said: "I have decided not to accept the contract offered by any club. I think it is time to make a decision to hang up my boots. I hope to dedicate the rest of my time to my career." Family, my wife and kids, I thank all the fans who have supported me and loved me throughout my career."

As a football player comparable to Zidane and Figo, Nedved conquered everyone with his fighting spirit and spirit. Someone once commented on the three superstars born in 1972: Without too much talent, you Maybe you can't make Zidane and Figo, but it doesn't matter, as long as you work hard enough, then Nedved is your goal.

Now, Nedved, the undead iron man, is finally going to stop, leave with his own glory and regret, and take away the good memories of that era.

Today's game is Nedved's last chance to fight for Juventus.

At the beginning of the game, Juventus was still carrying out their boiled frog tactics as before, attacking and defending without rush.

Prandelli is not in a hurry here. He is experimenting with the tactics of the final against Manchester United. Although Juventus and Manchester United are two teams with completely different styles and characteristics, this does not hinder Prandelli at all. Lee prepares for the real decisive battle that follows.

To be honest, Prandelli really didn't care about Juventus as an opponent. Since the outbreak of the Calciopoli incident, Juventus returned to Serie A in only one season, but after experiencing that The losses suffered by the earthquake have not been healed until now. In Italian football, Juventus no longer has the super competitiveness it had at the beginning.

Facing the current Italian football overlord Fiorentina, what Juventus can do is to resist, and then try their best to win.

Compared with Juventus, Fiorentina is much easier. Prandelli didn't even send all the main players in this game, replacing Kompany with Ranocchia, De Sciglio and Criscito. , Macho and Pasquale positions, the three midfielders in the midfield are Arteta, Marchena and Ledesma, the midfielder Hamsik, and the forward partner with Digan is Kavina lucky.

Of course, this is not the strongest lineup of Fiorentina, but under the leadership of Degan, this lineup still gradually showed super dominance in the game.

In the 35th minute of the first half, the stalemate on the field was finally broken. Degan broke through and knocked back, Arteta shot from a long distance and broke through Buffon's ten fingers.

After the goal, the Fiorentina players didn't even feel excited, they just hugged each other. Perhaps in the hearts of each of them, this game was just a rehearsal and a warm-up before the Olympic final.

Fiorentina, which has already dominated Italian football, has gradually become more visionary. In their eyes, in the field of Italian football, no one can be their opponent.

After Juventus lost the ball, they immediately launched a massive counterattack, and Fiorentina did not play conservatively in the next game. Obviously, they will not be satisfied with a victory with one goal.

Nedved was running all over the court as usual, and it is completely impossible to see that he is a player who is performing a curtain call. Nedved is not a ostentatious leader. More often, he is more accustomed to using his body The way to let teammates know what to do in various situations.

Run and fight!

This belief has been throughout Nedved's long career.

But today, at the Olympic Stadium, his hard work and perseverance are doomed to fail to bring him the final honor before leaving.

The commentator roared loudly, and Degan stood there with open arms, enjoying the cheers of more than 10,000 Fiorentina fans. His teammates stepped forward one after another and surrounded Degan.

2:0!

Before the end of the first half, Degan knocked on the gate of Juventus again with a ground-breaking long shot. In front of the celebrating Fiorentina players, Nedved scored the first goal since he stepped on the football field for the first time. For the first time, I felt a deep powerlessness.

He really can't run anymore!

2:0!

This is the final result of the game. Fiorentina defeated Juventus and successfully won the cup at the Olympic Stadium. Now they are only the last one away from their dream of six crowns set at the beginning of the season.

Standing in the player tunnel, looking at the Fiorentina youth guard holding up the trophy, Nedved knew that the era that belonged to him, or belonged to them, had come to an end.