My uncle is Inzaghi.

As the dust settles on European leagues.

The eyes of all of Europe and the world are focused on Berlin.

The venue for this year's UEFA Champions League final is the Olympic Stadium in Berlin.

Both teams arrived in Berlin about three days in advance and checked into their respective hotels.

Every day, a large number of fans and reporters wait below the hotel.

When I see the players going out for training or coming back from training.

The fans cheered them on.

Neither side is new to the Champions League final.

Naturally, there is no big psychological fluctuation.

The media make random analyses every day. Some say that Real Madrid has a huge psychological advantage after defeating Barcelona 3 times.

Some people also said that Barcelona lost three games in a row, and they learned from their mistakes and became braver, and no one can underestimate Barcelona's fighting spirit.

In short.

These days, the focus of all football media and TV stations is on this game.

When the players arrived at the stadium.

There were already crowds of people outside the Berlin Olympic Stadium.

Looking around, all you see are white Real Madrid fans and red and blue Barcelona fans.

The fans of both teams were already fighting outside the stadium before they even entered.

The situation between the two sides was quite tense, which made the local security staff very nervous.

Barcelona and Real Madrid.

They have been sworn enemies for many years.

The competition between them has always been the main theme of Spanish football.

Maybe occasionally some other teams will join the competition.

But from a larger historical perspective.

The competition between Real Madrid and Barcelona is the main theme of Spanish football.

this season.

In the Spanish domestic competition.

Barcelona was at a disadvantage across the board.

And now in the Champions League final.

This is nothing more than spreading the competition between the two giants of Spain to the whole European stage.

And for Barcelona.

The only hope to save their season.

That was the victory over Real Madrid in the Champions League final.

Thus.

Even though they lost the La Liga and Copa del Rey titles.

But as long as they can win in the most important Champions League final, this season will still be a successful season for them!

After the players from both sides finished warming up, they returned to their locker rooms.

Both head coaches are making final preparations for the match.

'All right guys! Put down what you're doing and listen to me!'

Zidane closed the door of the locker room, and the noise outside suddenly turned into a low buzzing background sound.

Zidane clapped his hands and spoke loudly, echoing in the huge locker room.

From this point of view.

The home stadium of the German national team is in very good condition and the locker room is very soundproof.

All the busy Real Madrid players stopped, looked up and turned to look at the head coach.

"I'm afraid everyone is tired of hearing about the Triple Crown these days. In the eyes of many media, it seems that it is a foregone conclusion that we will beat our opponents and win the championship."

Zidane said.

"But I must tell you that the opponent you are facing is Barcelona. If this name is not enough to alert you, then you should think about how much trouble this team has brought us. They... were once known as the Universe Team! They once dominated the whole of Europe!"

"It is true that we beat them in the league and the King's Cup, but I want to remind you. The Champions League is different from domestic competitions. Just because we can beat them in domestic competitions doesn't mean we can do the same in the Champions League. There is no correlation between any two games. If you think that this opponent is not worth being vigilant about, and you only need to perform a little bit on the field and you can take away the Champions League title after 90 minutes, then I tell you that we will be the ones who lose the title in the end!"

Zidane's tone became stern.

"Last year, we also appeared on this stage! But unfortunately, we failed to take away the trophy! A year later, we are back here again. Are we going to just take away a runner-up medal like we did last year?"

"No! Of course not!"

Zidane clenched his fist and swung it forward suddenly, as if he was going to knock down his enemy.

“This is an opportunity for us!”

In the Barcelona dressing room.

Enrique's eyes swept over his players.

"I know everyone can see in the media that there is this view that this is a revenge game because they beat us in the league and in the Copa del Rey.

"I don't deny this point of view. In a sense, this is a battle of revenge, and even more so a battle of redemption!"

"Guys, remember, don't leave any regrets this season. From now on, you'd better get rid of the concept of the treble from your mind and forget about the records against your opponents. They only need to remember one thing."

Zidane raised a finger.

"If you lose this game because you underestimate your opponent, it will be your eternal regret!"

"Don't leave any regrets in this wonderful season!"

"No, let's look back on this in a few years and think it was a terrible season!"

"This game is revenge and redemption!"

Enrique's voice calmed down.

"Guys, in my opinion, Barcelona is undoubtedly quite strong. Our opponent is just ourselves. It is more like fighting against ourselves than Real Madrid in this game."

"Barcelona's football philosophy has always been to focus on ourselves, so we must overcome the dark clouds hanging over our heads. The road to victory lies under our own feet!"

"I am very happy that God has given us a chance to become truly strong. Now, this opportunity is in front of you, please don't let it slip away!"

Some players stood up excitedly.

"This time! We must win!"

obviously.

The players on both sides were fully mobilized.

So they were standing in the player tunnel preparing to go out.

There was no conversation between the players.

Everyone was silent, with serious expressions.

In private.

Many players from the two teams are familiar with each other, and many even have personal relationships with each other.

But on this occasion.

The two sides are absolute enemies.

The rivalry between the two teams extends to all aspects.

No matter how good the relationship is in private.

In this situation, neither side will have a good look.

While the players were standing in the tunnel waiting to play.

In the stands outside.

Fans of both sides have already started to compete with each other.

Die-hard fan groups from both sides were positioned behind the goal.

The die-hard fans of both teams each occupied a section of the stands behind the goal.

Both sides erected huge TIFOs on their respective turfs.

Real Madrid fans used pieces of paper to create a giant image of the Champions League trophy.

On one side of the pattern is a huge number: 10.

Underneath the patterns and numbers.

It was a line of small words: Real Madrid, the king of the Champions League!

Yes.

Real Madrid is the undisputed king of the Champions League.

They have nine Champions League trophies.

More than any other team.

On the other side, Barcelona was not to be outdone, they also had their own tifo.

However, their domineering level is not as good as Real Madrid.

This is the Champions League final after all.

Real Madrid fans, who have won nine Champions League trophies, are naturally loud.

As long as the topic of the number of Champions League titles is raised, Real Madrid fans will come in with a swagger.

Barcelona also has four Champions League trophies.

But they are on the same level as Bayern and Liverpool in terms of the number of championships they have won.

Behind Real Madrid and Milan, the noises from the fans of both teams reached the players’ tunnel.

The little ball boy wearing a Real Madrid jersey seemed stunned by the scene.

He was stiff and somewhat at a loss.

"Theo, you're nervous, aren't you?"

Li Mo patted the caddy on the shoulder and smiled.

Theo Zidane, son of Real Madrid head coach Zinedine Zidane.

Born on September 2002, 5.

He is 13 years old this year and is a student at Real Madrid Castilla Youth Academy.

13 years ago.

It was his father's flying goal in the Champions League final that helped Real Madrid defeat Leverkusen and win the Real Madrid club's ninth Champions League trophy.

"Yeah, Lee, I'm nervous."

Theo took a deep breath, looked up at Li Mo and said.

"Did you know that three days before you were born, your father helped Real Madrid win the Champions League?"

Li Mo said.

“So, you were born with the Champions League trophy. Maybe, your father was able to win this championship because of the good luck you brought to him.” Li Mo said with a smile.

"So, you don't need to be nervous. I'll take you to the stadium later. Maybe you will bring the good luck you had that year to me and to Real Madrid."

"Am I lucky?"

Little Theo was stunned for a moment, then smiled.

"Li, if I am lucky, then I hope you will have good luck in the morning, noon and night."

"Thank you."

In the familiar UEFA Champions League theme song.

Players from both teams lined up to enter the field.

For a while.

Fans on both sides couldn't wait to cheer for their respective players.

"Dear audience! The players from both teams are coming out!"

He Wei, the commentator of Longguo National Television, was sitting in the commentary booth at the scene. He screamed loudly, using almost all his strength to prevent his voice from being covered by the noise at the scene.

This is the difference between live commentary and post-commentary.

In the studio at the back, there are technical means to process the live sound, so that the commentator does not need to speak too loudly and can easily make his voice cover the live sound in the picture presentation.

But on the scene.

Every word the commentator says has to be spoken very loudly.

Especially in a game like this, a game of the level of the Champions League final.

They have to shout at the top of their lungs. After a single performance, many commentators' throats may be injured for several days - football matches are not only tiring for the players, but also for the commentators.

Of course.

The effect of live commentary is the best.

Because that's the only way.

Only then can the commentator fully integrate into the game and let his emotions always accompany the development of the game.

The TV screen gave close-ups of players from both teams.

Li Mo’s close-up is naturally indispensable.

In the lens.

Li Mo's expression was not serious. When he entered the stadium and stepped on the grass, he habitually bent down and touched the grass.

As players from both sides stepped onto the court.

Line up.

Handshake.

Exchange of flags.

Pick a side.

After all procedures are completed.

Players from both sides returned to their respective positions, waiting for the game to begin.

During this time, the commentator was busy announcing the starting lineups of the two teams in the game.

Both sides did not hold back and sent out their strongest lineups.

On Real Madrid's side.

The starting goalkeeper is Casillas, who is also the captain on the field.

On the defensive line, Carvajal plays as right back, Marcelo plays as left back, and the central defender combination is Ramos and Varane.

In midfield, Xabi Alonso dropped back, with Kroos and Modric playing as central midfielders.

On the front line.

On the left is Bale and on the right is Di Maria.

Center, Li Mo!
On the bench, Real Madrid has Pepe, Coentrao, Khedira, Isco and others.

And here in Barcelona.

They also have a 433 system.

Goalkeeper Ter Stegen.

Alba is the right back, Alves is the left back, and Pique and Mascherano are the center backs.

The midfielders are Rakitic, Busquets and Iniesta.

On the front line, Messi is on the right, Neymar is on the left, and Suarez is in the center.

On the bench were Xavi, Mathieu, Pedro, Rafinha and others.

After the players from both sides have taken their positions.

The referee of the game, the famous Turkish referee Guneyt Cakir, blew the whistle.

The game officially begins!
Real Madrid kicked off the game first.

Maybe the two sides are really too familiar with each other.

and so.

There was no probing at all after the opening.

Real Madrid launched an attack directly.

Li Mo's header from a high leap in the penalty area was slightly higher than the crossbar!

This attack made Barcelona fans break out in a cold sweat.

But fortunately.

The ball then belongs to Barcelona.

There was no inkling for Barcelona either.

Their attack quickly advanced to the front of Real Madrid's penalty area.

Rakitic broke free in the backcourt and passed the ball to the wing.

In this match, both teams had a Croatian in midfield.

On Real Madrid's side it's Modric.

And on the Barcelona side it is Rakitic.

Harvey is old.

So, this season, Rakitic became the main midfielder for Barcelona.

Whether he can successfully succeed Xavi is also the focus of people's attention.

At least, judging from the performance just now.

He is still very calm.

The Croatian midfielder passed another Croatian midfielder and passed the ball to Neymar on the wing.

Neymar cut inside, attracted the defense and passed the ball to the right.

Messi rushed forward and shot the ball with his left foot!
Amid the exclamations of Real Madrid fans.

The football drew an arc in the air, brushed the side net and went out of the bottom line.
There were exclamations in the stands.

Some commentators thought the ball went in.

"Messi! Great shot!!"

“Almost!”

"Two minutes into the game, each side completed a threatening shot!"

“This game is exciting!”

"The two teams know each other well, and I don't think anyone will try anything!"

"From the opening situation of both teams, offense is the main focus of both teams!"

Messi held his head in his hands, stood there for a long time, then turned and left.

Logically speaking, this is not a very good opportunity.

But Messi is so regretful.
visible.

How seriously he takes this game. (End of this chapter)