All Football Talents Are Mine Chapter 224

224. Season End (1)

Elimination from the Champions League due to the failed trade of Samuel Eto’o and Zlatan.

And most importantly, 6 consecutive losses in El Clasico.

They brought Guardiola to this press conference.

Still, President Laporta arranged this event to show respect for him. If Guardiola were an ordinary manager with no connection to Barcelona, he would have left in a miserable manner after a brief interview. When

Guardiola

appeared, dressed neatly in a charcoal-colored suit, a flash of light erupted.

President Laporta, who was waiting next to the reporters, held his hand.

“Take it easy. “If you cry, those of us who are left behind will not feel at ease.”

“Thank you for your consideration.”

Each management team member, including Chairman Laporta, attended the press conference.

It was the utmost loyalty that could be shown in the professional world where everything is influenced by money and grades.

The miserable and sad interview began with Pep taking the microphone.

“This is Pep Guardiola. First of all, I would like to tell you this in the hope that you will understand my and the club’s sudden decision. In fact, this decision is not just a recent one. After months of agony and worry, the decision was made after being eliminated from the Champions League and losing El Clásico. We’ve been hearing that since December of last year. “Pep is not fit to take responsibility for Barcelona.”

Guardiola showed a bitter expression here.

“What’s sadder than anything is that my mistake made the fans think that way. I denied it at the time, but now I have no choice but to admit it to myself, and with that, I have decided to resign at the end of this season. Wonchae is not the type of person who enjoys interviews, but there will be a lot of things fans will be curious about today, so I will answer as many questions as possible.”

As planned, reporters selected in advance were given the opportunity to ask questions.

Among them, a reporter who could not contain his curiosity from earlier asked the first question.

“Is the coach’s resignation related to the discord with the players? “Do you have anything to say about Messi, who is currently refusing to be interviewed by reporters?”

This was the question that soccer fans around the world would be most curious about.

Are the rumors about the ‘clique’ surrounding Messi really true, or are they just a slander by the media trying to disparage Messi?

Guardiola responded without a moment of hesitation.

“The players did nothing wrong. They support me with everything that happens here. I have been under tremendous pressure from the media every single day since two years ago. It was the players who became the driving force that allowed me to continue my career as a coach until now. The time I spent training with them and preparing for the game will be unforgettable. And Messi is still at Barcelona. Although he is a special person to me, the fact that he did not agree to an interview about me does not judge the player’s morality. He has always been the best and always will be. Busquets, Abidal, Keita Puyol, etc… I would like to thank them for being great examples to me even though they were only players.”

It was a response typical of Guardiola, who usually shows a humble attitude in interviews.

“Then are you satisfied with your life so far?”

“Life at the club was very good. However, professionals tell everything through results. In that sense, I failed. “The biggest failure seems to be that we were unable to provide satisfaction and happiness to our fans.”

Before I knew it, Guardiola’s hair had turned red.

And the area around my eyes was moist.

No matter how much I thought about it, I felt so bad about leaving like this.

Even Guardiola himself could not believe this fact.

I can confidently say that my passion and effort for soccer is better than anyone else, but it was truly devastating when those efforts came back with these results.

The press conference was held in a gloomy atmosphere.

The last question asked was about the next step.

Guardiola said in a heavy voice.

“I am leaving football.”

“!”

An unconventional statement.

A murmur of voices arose among the reporters.

Either way, Guardiola spoke his thoughts with confidence.

“It took a lot of courage to make this decision. But my decision will not change. My time is already up. “My passion for soccer will continue, but now I will take a step back and watch in silence from somewhere other than the field.”

The hall suddenly became quiet, as if cold water had been poured on it.

The silence ended with a question from a reporter who was a long-time Barcelona fan.

“You’re not saying you’re going to leave forever, are you?”

“….”

In fact, even I wasn’t sure about that.

While I was constantly thinking about which team I should take charge of next, I also wanted to leave the soccer world forever and live a peaceful life.

So I couldn’t say this or that carelessly.

“I have nothing to say at this time.”

Due to his extreme choice, the scene became quiet again.

Then, a reporter brought out his thoughts without hesitation.

“I hope you don’t blame yourself. There are countless people in the world who love your football and depend on it. I really hope to see you on the field again. I wish you good luck. “Director.”

“Thank you.”

With the press conference, Guardiola’s era came to an end.

No, the era of Barcelona, the winner of all titles, disappeared without ever coming.

During his term of office from August 2008, the only thing he has achieved is the King’s Cup trophy.

The result was shabby.

However, it was clear that he was a man who made a huge impact in the world of soccer.

[Pep Guardiola resigns at the end of this season. The final task is the King’s Cup]

[What is Guardiola’s next move? Manchester City is mentioned as the next destination]

[Pep’s agent says, “There will be no negotiations with any clubs within this year.”]

[ Messi may have ordered Guardiola’s resignation.]

“It’s going in the end.”

“hmm.”

Valdebebas, April 12.

There is a saying that the enemy’s sorrow is my joy.

However, Real Madrid players felt strange emotions after hearing the news of Guardiola’s resignation.

It was definitely something to be happy about when the annoying leader of the enemy left, but it wasn’t enough to make me jump for joy when it actually happened.

This is because, as a fellow soccer player, I fully empathize with how painful it is to make such a decision.

In particular, Hoyoung couldn’t help but feel very uncomfortable.

‘It’s because of me that Pep’s life changed.’

When I first started playing soccer eight years ago, I never expected that the world would change so much.

Covetousness.

He had no idea that the talent that Mamon gave to the devil was so great, and he never dreamed that he would be the one to kick Guardiola out of the soccer world.

It was like letting go of a revolutionary in the world of soccer.

If there are people who should leave when applauded and people who should not leave even when applauded, Pep was such a great figure that he falls into the latter category.

At least that’s what Hoyoung thought.

So it felt strange.

Should I say it’s a feeling of guilt?

It was heartbreaking, both as a human being and as a fellow soccer player.

But this was just the beginning.

‘More things will change in the future.’

What is clear is that there may be an incident that goes beyond the people around him and shakes the entire soccer world.

As a result, many people’s lives will change.

It’s been that way until now, but it wasn’t until today that I started to feel it in my bones.

Hoyoung was always a positive person, but seeing this side of him made me feel uneasy.

Raoul, who was worried that it was obvious, came to the side.

“What’s wrong?”

“no.”

“But why is your face like that? Or are you just as nervous as the director?”

“Are you nervous?”

“There is a high possibility that we will beat Lyon and advance to the Champions League final. Although he didn’t show it, Director Scolari was already excited. “I guess that makes you more nervous.”

“Director?”

“Head coach Ruben says he comes to work every morning with a bright smile on his face.”

“haha. “The director had that side too.”

Okay, this is it.

People who have passed by so far.

It was Hoyoung who gave hope and joy to Cha Bum-gon, Carlos Kaka, Zidane, Ronaldo, Bernd Scolari, and many other soccer fans around the world.

Of course, there may be the opposite position, but if you think that way, there is no end to it.

This was a fate that Hoyoung had to endure anyway.

‘Let’s think positively.’

“Whoa.”

By thinking that way, I was able to overcome the pressure just a little bit.

As always, Raoul is a great help in times like this.

Actually, it wasn’t much, but it was an opportunity for Hoyoung to solidify his future.

“thank you.”

“what?”

“For telling me an interesting story.”

“It’s bland. Let’s focus on training now. Lyon should never be taken lightly.”

“sure.”

The first leg of the semifinals was held in Madrid on April 21.

The opponent is France’s absolute powerhouse Olympique Lyonnais.

It was the first team in Europe’s top five leagues to win seven consecutive league titles, and was a prestigious team that produced outstanding players such as Coupe, Juninho, Essien, Malouda, and Abidal Benzema.

In the last line, the spider-handed Hugo Lloris was supported by veteran defenders Chris and Jeremy Toulara, and Jean Macoun and Miralem Pjanic, who showed excellent chemistry in the midfield, were standing on top of him.

And above all, the hot-blooded striker line consisting of Lisandro Lopez, Sydne, and Gobu Gomis was very threatening.

In fact, they had already secured the league title by performing outstandingly in the French league.

But all of that did not pose much of a threat to Real Madrid.

Crash!

[Gooooool! Gonzalo Higuain’s shot struck the goal just 5 minutes into the game!]

The game, which started off excitingly, went by without tension.

Real Madrid, which had built an elite 4-2-3-1 squad centered around Ho-young Woo, did not let go of the lead it had once taken until the end of the game.

The first leg was an easy 2-0 win for Real Madrid.

On this day, Hoyoung attempted 65 passes, showing a success rate of over 90%, clearly fulfilling his role as a conductor.

This was a record that easily surpassed Lyon’s playmaker Miralem Pjani, who completed 32 passes.

Hoyoung, who recorded 1 assist through him, was selected as the official Man of the Match and achieved the feat of achieving his 10th Man of the Match in the Champions League for the second time in his career.

Real Madrid’s winning streak did not stop there.

[In the 34th round of La Liga, ‘Real Madrid’ won 4-0 against Zaragoza… 30 wins and 91 points achieved… Only 1 win away from confirming the league championship] At the

point where they were 10 points behind Barcelona.

Real Madrid was in a situation where it could confirm the championship according to the winner-takes-win principle by accumulating just two points from the remaining four games.

In fact, it was almost like a confirmed win.

[Points. Counting down to 100-100 points achieved… Will we achieve a new Spanish La Liga record?]

[If Real Madrid wins the league, the prize money will be about 9 million euros… A significant increase compared to last season]

[Attention is focused on whether Luis Scolari can become a legendary general who won both the World Cup and the Champions League…]

Real Madrid’s front office was a festival every day.

However, Valdebebas became more serious as the time for the decisive battle approached.

Fortunately, the second match against Lyon, held in Lyon, France on April 27, went off without a hitch.

Although a few players were injured, it was not serious, and thanks to good conditioning, they were able to advance to the finals with a 1-1 draw.

And the final opponent was decided the very next day.

[Mourinho’s Inter defeat Bayern Munich thanks to Milito’s multiple goals.]

[Competing with Mourinho’s Inter Real Madrid, who are on the verge of a treble, for the position of the strongest club in history.]

The star of that position is Saturday, May 22nd.