Chapter 199 There are no tigers in the mountains, monkeys dominate

Belgium, Türkiye, Russia and Spain!

The semi-finals of the 2008 European Cup have been born. Once the old strong teams Germany, France, and Italy have fallen, new forces have taken the opportunity to rise. This European Cup is destined to give birth to a new European overlord.

After a three-day truce, the first game of the semi-finals, Belgium vs Turkey will start in Basel, Switzerland. Against Belgium, their opponents are obviously different.

Belgium with Digan certainly cannot be defined as a second-tier European level, especially after the quarter-final victory over Germany, saying that they are a world-class team, no one will refute.

The strength of the opponent is only one aspect. The Turks do not lack the courage to fight, but the dilemma of being short of major generals is indeed an unavoidable problem.

However, Turkey did not feel depressed about the difficulties encountered by the team. They are still full of confidence in the future. The Turks, who have created history, are now aiming at greater glory. Belgium with Digan is indeed very strong, but They are not afraid, they have already begun to think about their opponents in the final.

But just when the Turks were looking forward to the final, they were hit again. Nihat, who was injured before, has been diagnosed and will definitely miss the rest of the European Cup.

Trim originally prayed for a miracle to happen, but now he can only face reality. Nihat missed the semi-final due to injury. For Turkish coach Trim, this semi-final will be extremely difficult.

Because in the team's 23-man roster, there are not many players he can use. After the first game, both Emre and Nihat were injured due to injuries. Tonchay, Turan, Emre and Asik Goalkeeper Demirel, who was sent off by a red card for pushing his opponent in the victory over the Czech team, was suspended for two games due to the accumulation of two yellow cards. It is also doubtful whether Lozoglu, Meking and Akerman will be able to play in the semi-finals.

Although Trim is facing a difficult situation when deploying troops, the tenacious and courageous character of the Turks has always been an important condition for them to occupy a place in Europe. Whether they can inspire all fighting spirit and combat effectiveness in the semi-finals will be up to them The key to winning.

In the 1996 European Cup final, Germany's substitute goalkeeper Kahn sat on the bench wearing a normal game uniform instead of a goalkeeper uniform. Due to the German team's internal injuries, Kahn may play as a forward, midfielder or defender at any time.

Twelve years later, this scene is about to repeat itself, and the Turkish team is ready to let the substitute goalkeeper play the outfield position.

In this regard, Trim can only express helplessly: "We no longer have the right to choose players according to our own wishes."

Recruiting players from home?

UEFA will certainly not allow it.

The Turkish team came to the St. Jacques Park Stadium in Basel, Switzerland for pre-match training on the evening before the game. The last practice of the Turkish team before the game was only open to the media for 15 minutes, and the players only did a simple pull. In the stretching training, this "big black horse" is still deliberately keeping mystery.

Due to injuries, the current situation of the Turkish team is worrying. No wonder the outside world is generally optimistic that the Belgian team led by Digan will pass the test smoothly. However, Sentuk, who scored a key equalizer after coming off the bench in the last round, said: "Everyone thinks that the German team will win, which will only increase our motivation."

Due to the absence of Nihat, Centuk will almost certainly appear as the main striker, and Gorkan Zan, who is almost the only healthy defender, also said with great backbone: "Even if there are only 11 players left to participate, it is still possible. Nothing can stop us from finally winning the title!"

On the day of the war, even though the formation was stretched, Turkish coach Trim still expressed at the press conference before the game that he had confidence in his players. Turkey has reversed the odds against Belgium, Switzerland, Czech Republic and Croatia. In the final victories, especially the matches against the Czech Republic and Croatia, the tenacious perseverance of the Star-Moon Legion is admirable.

Facing the avenging Belgian, Trim said: "Everyone has the ability to create miracles, but I don't believe in miracles. Einstein once said that there are only two ways to survive, one is to think There are no miracles at all, one kind thinks that everything is a miracle, and I am the first kind of person, if a team does not accept the fate of defeat and fights to the end, then sooner or later victory will belong to them."

In a situation that was not favored by the outside world, the Turkish team made it all the way to the semi-finals. Like the 2002 World Cup, they created a small miracle. Trim is also very proud of this.

"When people remember Euro 2008, they will remember us. In the beginning, no one was optimistic about us, but now they are all surprised. The players played with their hearts and minds. We still have One goal is to win the final championship."

"I know that many people feel that there is no suspense in this semi-final, especially the Belgians." Facing the reporter's provocative question, Turkey "Emperor" Trim responded positively, "I like the feeling of being underestimated. The players also like to play in this relaxed state. Against Switzerland, no one believed that we could bring the hosts home. Against the Czech Republic, no one believed that we could make it out of the group stage. Against Croatia, no one believed that we could reach the semi-finals. .Well, look at this semi-final, no one believes that we can beat Belgium again, which is good~~~~~~ I just want to surprise everyone!"

There was something in Trim's words, and his eagle eyes made all the reporters present terrified.

Trim admitted that the team is full of injuries, and several players are suspended and unable to play: "Now there are only 14 people who are sure to be able to play, so, gentlemen, if you want to know, I can announce the lineup now."

Trim's words amused everyone, but he changed the subject and immediately raised the prestige of the Turkish team: "It is very difficult to have a lack of personnel, but in this kind of game that determines the outcome, the fighting spirit and spirit That is the most important thing, the more difficult the situation is, the more the Turks can exert their energy, compared with the Belgian team, we have our own advantages."

Trim believes his team's biggest asset right now is confidence: "Our aim is to go to Vienna and we have at least a 50 per cent chance. Belgium's win over Germany was beautiful, but they once lost in the group stage to Our game wasn't great."

When the reporter reminded Trim that Degan failed to play in that game because of the suspension, Trim sneered: "Is it up to us to decide his suspension? No one can deny us because of a certain player." Great achievement, and I don't think he played or didn't make a big difference to the result!"

Trim despised Digan, and the words immediately passed through the reporter's mouth and reached Digan's ears. After hearing this, Digan was stunned for a full minute before sneering: "That old man must be crazy, Now I want Turkey to play with the strongest lineup, in that case, after I kill them, the old man can't even find an excuse! Okay, bastards! Now get out of the way, you can publish it in the newspaper , Tickets to Vienna, Belgium has already booked in advance, as for the Turks, their European Cup is over, their only task now is to play an exhibition match, and then get out!"

After Degan finished speaking, he got on the bus directly. The head coach Antiiennis had already left early to attend the press conference. He is the boss in the bus now.

"Guys! I want to express my displeasure to you!"

As soon as Degan opened his mouth, the atmosphere in the car became tense. No one could forget that after the match against Turkey, Degan turned on the hair dryer in the locker room, which made Fellaini cry that scene.

Degan ignored the expressions of his teammates, and just said to himself: "What I am dissatisfied with is that you lost in the group match against Turkey. This is completely unforgivable. The current coach of the Turkish team is called I don't know what you think of that old man in Trim who thinks that if he can kill Belgium once, he can kill Belgium a second time!"

As soon as Fellaini was about to speak, Degan interrupted him: "Shut up, Mr. Fellaini, your performance in that game was a jerk! I don't want to hear you, I just want to see you playing How is it played on the court! In this game, we have no other choice, only one way, and that is to win, otherwise, what will happen, I think you can all imagine what will happen to the winning Turks Being promoted to the altar by those bastard media, they will be regarded as heroes and be worshiped by people all over the world, because they killed us with only one broken formation."

Degan changed the topic: "And what about us? What will happen to us? We will become complete losers in people's eyes, a big villain killed by the warriors on the way forward, I don't want to do this, if that happens, it is simply It's a nightmare. After many years, people may forget the winner of this European Cup, but they will definitely remember how the Turks killed us when the camp was full of injuries. Now what we have to do is, To avoid such a situation, what should be done, you should think about it now, the time left for us is running out, if someone feels that they can't bear the pressure, they can choose to quit, I will only bring real fighters to participate This match!"

Digan sat down after speaking, closed his eyes, and thought about any possible situations in this match. In his memory, the semi-final was between Turkey and Germany. In the end, although the Turks lost However, they scored two goals in the game, forcing the German team into a panic and almost losing the game. The tenacity of the Turkic cavalry can be seen.

Degan doesn't want Belgium to fulfill the Turks' dream of being a champion, so they have to face up to the tenacity of the Turks. Just like what Trim said, the Turks' self-confidence is their advantage.

However, Degan is still very confident about this kind of competition. Although he has to face up to his opponents, in his eyes, the madness of the Turks can be summed up in one sentence: there are no tigers in the mountains, and monkeys dominate!

So what if he lost to Turkey in the group stage, it was because he was not on the field, and now that he has ended his suspension, it is time to find the Turks to collect debts.

The bus arrived at the stadium, and after the adaptive training was over, the whole team came to the locker room. At this time, Antiiennis also arrived. You can tell from his face that this psychologist was caught by Trim at the press conference. The stinky old man ridiculed him not lightly.

Belgium's lineup in this game is the same as when facing the Germans. The only change is that Antiiennis asked Digan to retreat a little bit and move between Brat and Dembele to take on more offensive tasks.

Turkey's list has also been obtained. After seeing it, Digan couldn't help but let out a wry smile for Trim. It really is a broken formation.

The goalkeeper is Rustu, the defensive full-back Sabri is switched to full-back, the central defender is Zan and Topal, the other full-back is the original central defender Balta, and the midfielder Aurelio is back on fire. As a defensive midfielder, in front of him are Ugul and Akerman, and the two full-backs are Da Altintop and Kazim. There is only a lonely Centuk left in the forward. As for Turkey Hakan Suker, the number one star in China, can only serve as a substitute in this game, and he was also diagnosed with a hidden disease before the game.

Digan could tell that Trim was going to fight with his back, but he really admired Trim's courage. Even in this predicament, he still couldn't forget to attack, and put Altintop and Kazim away. Put it in the position of winger.

Degan can also imagine that Trim must be in the locker room of the Turkish team at this moment, blushing, staring, and cheering his players hoarsely.

At this time, for the Turks, courage is obviously more important than skills and tactics. The only chance for the same Turkish team to pass the Belgian checkpoint is to overwhelm Belgium in terms of momentum.

Clearly, though, Trim was going to be disappointed.

Looking at the time, it should be time to go out.

Digan stood up, looking very relaxed: "How is it? Guys! Have you all thought it out?"

All the Belgian players looked up at Degan. What Degan said in the car just now really made them feel a sense of crisis. If they really lost to Turkey, these old men might not be able to lift up for the rest of their lives. started.

"Let the Turks go home!"