Gao Hongbo was quite helpless at the press conference before the friendly match against Senegal.
"The Senegal team used to be a very strong team, but it's difficult for us to know what they are like now. We only know after we get on the pitch.”
"Our match with the Senegal team is a veritable encounter, so we just have to fight to play our own things.”
Of course, there was another reason, which Gao Hongbo couldn't tell the reporters.
That was to test Lin Xuan's combat state.
If Lin Xuan could perform normally in the team, then there would be hope for the World Cup qualifiers.
This was something only he and the coaching staff knew. If it was revealed to the media, it might put pressure on Lin Xuan.
At the same time, it also had a bad influence on the other team members.
There was no other way. Lin Xuan was not familiar with the domestic players and still needed a process of integration. This period was the most critical time to avoid unnecessary complications.
……
At the Ice City Convention and Exhibition Center Stadium, the warm-up match between the Chinese men's national football team and the Senegal team had begun.
Like the previous training sessions, the national football team arranged a 4 - 4 - 2 lineup.
However, the original midfield player, Zhou Haibin, was replaced by the more all-rounded Lin Xuan.
On the front line, Gao Lin partnered with Qu Bo. From left to right, the midfielders were Zheng Long, Lin Xuan, Yang Hao, and Jiang Ning.
Other than Feng Xiaoting and Rong Hao, who were the main force in the back line, the others were still under rotation.
Almost all of the players in the squad played in the Europa League. They had Marseille striker Niang, defender Diawara, Rennes defender Manion, and so on.
Their individual ability was outstanding, and their attack and defense speed was fast. At the beginning of the game, the national football team was very uncomfortable.
For a moment, the goalkeeper, Yang Zhi, and the center back, Feng Xiaoting, became the busiest people on the field.
If it weren't for the Senegal striker Niang not wearing his shooting boots, the national football team would have fallen behind 0:3.
The players were clearly not used to the opponent's fierce opening.
At the crucial moment, Lin Xuan still stood out.
Every time the national football team got the ball, Lin Xuan would take the initiative to ask for the ball and firmly control the football at his feet.
He played in the opponent's midfield with the skills he had honed through the Bundesliga and the Premier League.
He also used a few short passes to make the opponents run for their lives. Slowly, the pace of the game slowed down a little.
The national football team finally got a chance to catch their breath and gradually regained the feeling of the game.
Gao Hongbo saw this scene from the sidelines and could not help but nod in satisfaction.
"I say, the effect of summoning Lin Xuan back is really immediate.”
Qu Chuliang, the teaching assistant, nodded.""Looks like he really has something up his sleeves. I thought it was just the media bragging.”
Gao Hongbo rolled his eyes at his assistant."Don't you know what the media is like? Did you really believe that nonsense?"
"I've always been leading the team and haven't watched Lin Xuan's competition in detail.”Qu Chuliang felt wronged.
Indeed, other than Lin Xuan's fans in the country, the others at most knew about Lin Xuan's deeds, but they were not very clear about Lin Xuan's true strength.
Many people believed that the media was leading the way.
In the end, anyone who was watching the match could see Lin Xuan's strength.
The other team members were all tensed up. Only Lin Xuan was able to lift heavy things as if they were light, and one could vaguely see the demeanor of a master.
Such a clear fact instantly made the media's words become nonsense.
At this time, Lin Xuan combed through the midfield, and the national football team had gradually taken the initiative.
In the 15th minute, the national football team began to bare their fangs against Senegal!
Lin Xuan was still passing the ball at a slower pace. When the ball returned to his feet again, he suddenly accelerated!
The Right-angle Fake Body had passed two people!
The Senegal defense was immediately disrupted by this change in rhythm. One by one, they rushed towards Lin Xuan!
Outside the penalty area, Lin Xuan turned around to protect the football under the encirclement of the three people. Then, his heel kicked and pierced through the crotch of a person!
At the same time, he squeezed through the other two players and broke into the penalty area!
"Oh oh! Lin Xuan! Lin Xuan! Lin Xuan!"
The Chinese fans in the stands were all excited!
They were used to seeing slow passes and unorganized passes from the bottom.
When had the national football team ever had such a good show of riding alone to break through the barrier, passing several people in a row, and disrupting the entire rear defensive line alone?
The fans were boiling!
It could be clearly seen on the broadcast screen that Senegal team's attention was attracted by Lin Xuan!
He was surrounded by enemy players!
At this moment, Lin Xuan's right foot swept out, sweeping the ball from the gap to the middle!
Gao Lin! No one was marking him!
Facing the Void Gate!
Gao Lin was obviously unprepared for this ball and accidentally stopped it.
The football was a little further away from the foothold.
The opportunity to shoot was fleeting, and he had no time to adjust. He could only reach his body and kick a shot.
Bang--
The ball was a little high and hit the beam before bouncing back!
Countless fans in the stands raised their hands and waited for cheers. They all sighed and put their hands behind their heads!
Lin Xuan had already stuffed the pancake into your mouth, yet you could still spit it out?
Wait a minute!
The fans found that after the football bounced back, it fell near the penalty spot.
A figure in white flashed out from the crowd, flew up, and quickly drew the football!
He shot into the air!
The Senegal goalkeeper and defender were unprepared!
The football smashed into the net!
The white-robed man who had scored the goal brushed his clothes away, smiled calmly, and walked toward the center circle.
Only then did the national football team members react!
"F * ck! It's in!"
" F * ck, f * ck, good shot!!"
"Awesome!"
They rushed over excitedly and surrounded Lin Xuan!
After a series of ups and downs, the audience could finally celebrate!
"Lin Xuan! Lin Xuan! Lin Xuan!"
Lin Xuan's name once again resounded throughout the Ice City Exhibition Center Stadium!
China was leading 1:0! First place!
……
After a one-goal lead, the national football team members regained their confidence and finally knew how to play football.
Lin Xuan could also play some tactical coordination with them during training.
In the following period of time, the national football team's offensive was higher and higher, causing Senegal to tremble in the 30-meter area!
Before the end of the first half, Lin Xuan broke through again, attracting the defenders on the left flank and then pushing it straight to Zheng Long.
Zheng Long received the ball and broke into the penalty area without any pressure. He swept to the front of the goal and Qu Bo pushed the shot to break the net!
2:0！
Before the game, neither the media nor the fans were optimistic about the national football team.
Everyone thought that it was already good enough to draw with Ghana, and losing was nothing new.
He did not expect to be able to lead by two goals so freely!
Was this still the Chinese team?
Even though it was a warm-up match, the fans still felt like they were in a dream!
"Is this still the original national football team? The style has changed too much!"
……
In the second half, under Lin Xuan's leadership, the national football team continued to maintain their advantage in the first half.
In the 60th minute, Lin Xuan assisted Gao Lin in scoring a goal!
3:0！
In the end, Lin Xuan helped the national football team beat Senegal with his excellent performance of two passes and one shot!
After the match, Gao Hongbo said in a press conference.
"Although one game can't explain the problem, what is certain is that we are one step closer to our goal of the World Cup finals!”
……
At this moment, Lin Xuan was already packing his things in the hotel and preparing to fly back to Manchester.
Before leaving, Hao Junmin suddenly asked,""Kobayashi, what do you think of the Bundesliga? Can I play in the Bundesliga?”
Lin Xuan nodded seriously. You'll be fine!"
Due to Lin Xuan's glorious experience in the Bundesliga, Hao Junmin's confidence was boosted.
"Thank you. If I have the chance, I really hope to compete with you in the same arena.”Hao Junmin said longingly.
"Don't worry. As long as you go over, you'll definitely have a chance.”
Lin Xuan smiled mysteriously and turned to leave.
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