Chapter 8 Go to the kid’s table to eat
Although they were tied by Drettin in the FA Cup, head coach Sven Helden, who always emphasizes discipline, still canceled the game without punishment. After the rest.
He still followed the original plan and gave all Soft United players who played in this FA Cup game a half-day holiday.
It's not that he is merciful, but the schedule during this period is too dense - the 19th round of the league was played on Tuesday, the FA Cup was played on Saturday, yesterday, and the League Cup is next Tuesday. Saturday is the 20th round of the league, next Tuesday is the make-up match for the third round of the FA Cup, and then there is the league again on the weekend...
If we count from Christmas, then the 17th round of the league The first round and the eighteenth round were also played within one week. Soft United had double matches every week for four consecutive weeks.
Without a holiday, he is afraid that the team's physical strength will be exhausted and injuries will be more likely to occur. Then it might not be as simple as not being able to win an FA Cup game...
That's why Wang Lie had time to meet two "guests" at his home.
After having a lunch break at home, he drove to Heaton Sports City, Soft United's training base.
Generally speaking, he will come earlier than other teammates and start warm-up training first.
This is a habit he has developed over the past twenty years, whether he is in Soft United, Atlético Barcelona or Born.
In the past, when he arrived at the training base, there was no one in the locker room, but today he met the team's captain Taylor Murphy here.
The other party was obviously waiting for him.
"Have you decided to leave the team in the winter window, Wang?" Murphy asked straight to the point when he saw Wang Lie.
"Yes." Wang Lie answered simply and without any hesitation.
"No wonder..." Murphy said thoughtfully, "No wonder you and the boss..."
Wang Lie interrupted his speculation: "It has nothing to do with that. Regardless of whether I decide to leave the team or not, I will do that. He is not only humiliating me, but also using the team's interests as a bargaining chip. You were also there at the time, You heard what I said, this is a suicide substitution, which actually proves what I said is right."
Murphy sighed with a bitter smile: "But now the public opinion is that it is your willfulness. It was impulsiveness that caused us not to win..."
"Which one do you believe, Taylor?" Wang Lie asked, staring at Murphy.
Murphy looked away: "I'm not here to referee, Wang. I'm here to remind you that the boss will not let you off lightly. Otherwise, you should bow your head to the boss and apologize. Right?"
Wang Lie snorted: "I didn't do anything wrong, why should I apologize to him?"
"Many things are not simple right or wrong, Wang. Think calmly, you were just impulsive in yesterday's game, and now the media all think you are the culprit for our failure to win. If you continue to fight against the boss , then maybe all our failures in the future will be related to you..."
Wang Lie shrugged: "I don't care, those rumors can't hurt me."
"Yes, you. You have a rock-solid heart, but it makes your teammates doubt you. Some people have asked me if you wanted to transfer last summer because the team couldn't play in the Champions League... You are like this. Even if a legend of a team is leaving, he shouldn’t be infamous when he leaves, right?”
Wang Lie was amused: “Ha, if you didn’t tell me, I didn’t know that I was in this team, right?” What about the legend of this team? So I’m not infamous enough? I thought I was already a shameless bastard... Now that you mentioned this, let’s talk about it. He only replaced me in the last few dozen seconds of the game, and then replaced me again in the second half... Are these ways to treat a team legend?"
Perhaps he was stimulated by Murphy's words, Wang Lie became more and more excited as he spoke, his voice became louder and his body language became richer.
"They say I should respect the manager, but why doesn't anyone respect me?! I gave everything to this team, I made the history of the club, so why did the club never think of respecting me?! Last season? The team failed to qualify for the Champions League, and the media said that I was the biggest problem. I was the top scorer in the team, but the top scorer became the biggest problem... Ha! Lie even laughed out loud.
"Where were the clubs at that time? They let the media spread the 'goals hurt the team' nonsense and did nothing! Well, I say if you think I'm the biggest problem, then I can Let's go, the team's reconstruction can start with me. What did Hall and Heldon, who just took over, tell me? They said that the team needed me, so I stayed. The result? Why are there rumors in the media that I am leaving because I want to play in the Champions League... If I wanted to play in the Champions League, I would have left two and a half years ago! ? !
“I don’t want to make conspiracy theories, but it’s not uncommon for clubs to pay PR companies to discredit their players. Well, even if Soft United didn't do this, why didn't they come out to speak for me when I was besieged by the media? What did they take me for? ! A stepping stone for the new head coach to establish his prestige! They never felt that I needed to be respected! Now you ask me to apologize to people who never respected me, so why don't they come to apologize to me? ! "
Faced with Wang Lie's sudden outburst, Taylor Murphy was also frightened. His mouth was slightly open, not knowing what to say.
Seeing the helpless captain, Wang Lie also came to his senses and realized that there was no need to get angry at a recognized "good guy".
So he sighed, shook his head and whispered: "Sorry, Taylor... I know, none of this has anything to do with you. You are just fulfilling the duties of a captain... I'm sorry, I I shouldn’t be angry with you.”
After that, he turned and walked to his cabinet to change clothes.
Behind him, Taylor Murphy also said in an apologetic tone: "I am the one who should say sorry, Wang. I'm sorry that I can't do anything... I, the captain, was also voted by everyone. , I know they only voted for me because I'm easy to talk to..."
"Don't blame yourself, captain, you did a good job," Wang Lie comforted Taylor Murphy without looking back. "This matter has nothing to do with you. You are still willing to stand up. You are a very good captain."
Murphy smiled helplessly and did not persuade Wang Lie to apologize to the head coach.
As Wang Lie said, this matter actually has nothing to do with him. If it were someone else, he might not do such unnecessary things at all.
Since the conflict between Wang Lie and the head coach is irreconcilable, and Wang Lie may leave the team at any time, it seems that there is really no need for him to bow to the head coach...
Murphy also returned to his locker and started changing.
As the training time approaches, members of the first team arrive one after another. However, after just experiencing yesterday's game, everyone seems to have not fully recovered from the shock, and they will feel a little uncomfortable when they see Wang Lie. I don’t know how many people inside really feel that Wang Lie ruined the victory he should have won...
Wang Lie didn't care what others thought. He had already changed his clothes and was ready to go out and warm up first.
Then he was stopped.
The second assistant coach Danilo Lindsay opened the door to the locker room and waved to Wang Lie who was walking out: "Wang, come here."
He didn't say Wang Lie didn't ask if anything happened, and just followed him out naturally.
But as soon as they left, the atmosphere in the locker room became heated.
The team members who just spoke in a suppressed voice went around to discuss:
"Hey, guess who is looking for the king?"
"Who else can it be? It must be the boss! Danilo I'm just here to send a message..."
"That's bound to be bad!"
"I think the king will have to leave this winter, alas!"
"It doesn't matter if he leaves, it's a relief for him, it's a relief for us, and it's good for both parties."
"That's what I said, but leaving in such a way and making such an unpleasant scene is really a shame. It's not necessary..."
"What should I do? The boss is tough, and Wang is not willing to bow down."
"I think those people on the Internet are right, character may determine fate. It is because of Wang's character that he is always surrounded by controversy..."
Listening to the heated discussion in the locker room, captain Taylor Murphy just tied his shoelaces silently and did not participate in it.
He knew that the matter was irreversible, and it was useless to say anything now. He was even less willing to talk about an old teammate behind his back.
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Wang Lie looked at head coach Sven Helden and club general manager Jonathan Hall, and he sneered: "It seems you are going to announce an important decision? ”
His words did not sound very polite, either in content or tone. This is not because he has the confidence to get the new plug-in, but after many rounds of confrontations with the club and the head coach, he has long lost the patience to play tricks with them.
Speak quickly if you have something to say, and fart if you have any. Don’t delay my training.
Heldon still looked paralyzed and did not speak.
On the other hand, the general manager Hall next to him had a friendly smile on his face and said beautifully: "I am here because I hope that things can be resolved before they continue to get worse. You are the symbol of our club. King. I remember that the first important thing I did when I took office was to attend the unveiling ceremony of your signature footprint on the outer wall of Red Stone Stadium. That is definitely one of the best memories of my career. You are the pride of the club. I'm also proud of you. I hope this wonderful experience can have a happy ending..."
Wang Lie didn't want to listen to his ramblings and asked directly: "So what do you need me to do? "
His directness caused the smile on Hall's face to freeze slightly, but it soon returned to normal. He said in a sincere tone: "The club hopes that you can be on the training ground in a while, in front of everyone. In front of the team, I apologize to the coaching staff...not to the head coach alone, but to the entire coaching staff including the assistant coaches...Don't worry, this is just an apology within the team and not made public..."
He added two additional explanations in a row. A dignified general manager of a club can still do this. His body has been lowered enough, and his attitude seems to be impeccable.
But Wang Lie still didn't appreciate it. He answered very decisively and had a firm attitude: "Impossible. I didn't do anything wrong. Why should I apologize? Not to mention in front of the whole team, even in this room, in private Bottom, even if it's just me and him, I won't apologize to him." When he said this, he kept staring at Heldon, and an angry expression finally appeared on the Swedish man's paralyzed face.
Seeing the change in Heldon's expression, Wang Lie suddenly joked in a joking tone: "Of course, if our head coach is willing to apologize to me for his two humiliating substitutions, If you want to apologize, then I can't consider it."
The expression on Helden's face was more vivid this time, and he suddenly changed his color: "I have already said that I didn't have to change people that time. Yes, but you prepared for this whole game, I think it’s a sign of respect for you to be replaced!”
“Ha! So I have to thank you?” Wang Lie laughed and said, "Mr. Hall, you heard it. Our always-correct head coach calls charity respect."
Then he looked at Heldon again: "You don't even have the courage to admit it directly or to show your authority over me. Yesterday you just hid behind Deimos and didn't dare to say a word to me. What? Are you afraid of what happened after the game? The media said that you and I had a quarrel on the sidelines?”
“I really didn’t want to argue with you on the sidelines because I was still in the game and always put the interests of the team first. "What's the problem?" Heldon asked.
Wang Lie gave him a thumbs up: "No problem, why do you have a problem, Mr. Heldon. The reason why you can't win is because the players don't understand your tactics correctly, and because you don't work hard enough in training. The opponent's home whistle was an unwarranted foul... In short, it has absolutely nothing to do with your tactics and substitutions."
Seeing the smell of gunpowder getting stronger, General Manager Hall quickly came out to smooth things over: " Okay, okay, two gentlemen, let’s not talk about the past, let’s look forward. I hope you can shake hands and make peace. Unity is the most important thing.”
Helden also accepted. He regained his composure and showed his magnanimity: "As long as Wang fully realizes his mistake, I can ignore what happened on the sidelines of the game yesterday."
He also specifically emphasized that it happened on the sidelines of the game.
Wang Lie sneered: "Was what I just said not clear enough? Or did you not understand? Then I will repeat it again: Whether it is on the training ground or in this office, I will not It is you who should apologize, Mr. Sven Heldon. You should apologize to me, absolutely sincerely."
Heldon's generosity disappeared again, and he roared: "Then starting today, you will not be allowed to use any first team resources, including training equipment and restaurants! Until you fully realize your mistake!"
Wang Lie was not at all frightened by this decision. , he pouted: "Isn't it just delegating to the reserve team..."
"No, not the reserve team. You can only go to the youth team for training." Heldon's tone was as cold as his eyes.
"It doesn't matter."
Wang Lie shrugged and turned to leave.
"Eh? King! King... don't be impulsive..."
Behind him, Jonathan Hall shouted anxiously, but he took a breath in his heart:
< br>What a pity, it’s not that I didn’t do anything, the club really tried its best! Whatever the consequences, the club will definitely not be held responsible!
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When Wang Lie opened the door and walked into the locker room, the originally lively locker room suddenly became quiet, and everyone looked at him.
Watching him walk to his locker, take off the training clothes he had changed into, and put them back into the clothes he came in with.
This scene scared many people.
Although he knew that this had nothing to do with him, captain Taylor Murphy couldn't help but stand up and ask him: "What's going on, Wang?"
Wang Lie didn't stop and continued to pack his personal belongings. At the same time, he joked to Murphy: "It's okay, captain. I just have to sit at the children's table for meals from now on."
Murphy didn't fully understand. This meme with Chinese characteristics used by Wang Lie: "Huh?"
But someone has already understood it.
Stanley Harris exclaimed: "Have you been sent to the youth team?"
His voice caused commotion in the locker room again.
Wang Lie did not answer him, but put his bag on his back and said to everyone: "Goodbye, guys. I'm sorry to have brought you some trouble, but don't worry, the trouble will disappear soon."
After that, he simply walked out of the locker room without making any pause.
Behind him, someone was calling his name, some were hesitant to speak, but he ignored them.
After he left completely, the noisy scene in the locker room did not end, but became more lively.
Some people find it incredible, some find it difficult to understand, some complain in low voices, and some lament that it is true that character determines destiny...
Captain Taylor Murphy had to stand up and remind them loudly: "Okay, okay! It's time for training! You should know what will happen if you are late for training!"
This really worked, and everyone joined in. I packed up my chaotic mood and prepared to go to the training ground.
Head coach Sven Helden’s demands for discipline are almost paranoid, and no one wants to get into trouble in the place he cares about most.
Didn’t you see that the team’s number one star and club legend was driven to the youth team by him?
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"Breaking news: Wang Lie was banned from training with the first team of Soft United!"
"Reporters with the team have proven that Wang appeared on the youth team training ground!"
"The end of the legend? Wang's road in Sofo United has come to an end!"
"The war between Heldon and Wang is over, Heldon has won a great victory!"
"...in training. At the end, countless reporters and fans gathered at the entrance of Heaton Sports City, hoping to get confirmation from Wang... But when Wang's car drove out of the Sports City, he did not stop or open the window the whole time. He interacted with reporters and fans, but simply left. However, according to the live footage, everyone can still clearly see Wang’s serious expression..."
Sam McNeil looked at the shaking picture on the mobile phone screen. It was the interference caused by the crowded crowd to the photographer.
However, there are still a few stable and clear frames, and it can indeed be seen that Wang Lie's face is not pretty.
It is rare that he failed to meet the fans' requests for photos and autographs, which can also confirm how bad his mood is now.
"When I played with him at Soft United, I really didn't expect that his ending there would be like this..." McNeil expressed such emotion.
Cesar Varro, who was looking at the screen of his mobile phone nearby, commented: "It looks like he has been abandoned by the whole world."
"That sounds really sad. But it's good news for us."
"You still insist on your opinion of him?" Varro asked.
McNeil nodded: "Yes. His rich experience and top mental quality are very important to our mired team. We need him."
"He It’s been half a season since he played a serious game. It’s hard to say what his condition is. What we need is immediate combat ability..."
"You saw him in the FA game yesterday. Has he performed as a substitute in the Cup? He can still help the team tactically. The controversy over his refusal to be substituted on the sidelines blurs the real focus. It is definitely a mistake for Heldon to replace him. , As long as he is on the court, he can deter the enemy's defense. "Dreiting's defenders are definitely not as easy as those online said," McNeil said confidently.
"But his agent has contacted wealthy clubs, all of which are teams that can play in the Champions League. We are still fighting for relegation, why should we convince him to come?"
"So I say this is a good match for Wang. It's a tragedy for us, but it's a great benefit for us." McNeil pointed to Wang Lie, who was surrounded by countless cameras and mobile phones on the mobile phone screen. "Unless Wang is ready to return to China, as long as he still wants to stay in Europe, he will find that only Tyne really needs him. He no longer has the qualifications to be picky."
Finished , he began to search for Wang Lie's number in the address book of his mobile phone, then dialed it and put it to his ear.
“Now is the time to call him and catch up on old times.”
But not long after, he frowned and put down the phone.
Varro asked him: "What's wrong?"
He said helplessly: "The line is busy."
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