Cottbus is located in the Lusatia region of Brandenburg in eastern Germany, very close to the capital Berlin.
But in the field of football, the temple of German football is not here, but in the southern state of Bavaria, in the Southern Star Munich.
Under the arrangement of the club, Yunsheng took the club's special car from Cottbus to Munich in the south.
The nearly five-hour drive made Yun Sheng a little tired, but when he arrived in Munich, he instantly became more energetic.
Because he has to meet a friend soon.
In fact, the two of them met by chance.
It was during a football management course in college. The school invited several popular football practitioners to teach the team some management experiences in the football field. These include some team coaches, managers, and players.
It was during that lecture that Yun Sheng met him.
Yun Sheng benefited a lot from the short one-hour course. After class, many students gathered around him asking for autographs, and Yun Sheng was one of them.
But when he saw Yun Sheng, he was a little surprised: "Are you Japanese or Korean?"
"I am Chinese."
"Oh, I'm sorry, there are very few Chinese people engaged in football-related industries in Germany." He expressed his apology to Yun Sheng.
That night, I didn't expect Yun Sheng and him to meet in the same restaurant. What a coincidence.
The two talked about a lot that day, and of course the one thing that couldn't be avoided was football.
Although the two came from different countries, they hit it off immediately.
For many foreigners, why Chinese football is so poor is a topic that cannot be avoided.
Yun Sheng talked about the Chinese Football Association, players, clubs, and fans. For a superpower with a population of more than one billion, football is a very difficult subject.
Yun Sheng spoke in simple and profound terms, and he listened with great interest.
From that day on, the two became friends.
In the following years, he often came to Cottbus to give lectures, and every time he came here, he would have a long chat with Yun Sheng.
The ten-year age difference did not prevent the two from becoming good friends.
And today Yun Sheng came to Munich just to see him.
Following the address to a villa in the suburbs, Yun Sheng came to the entrance of the courtyard.
"Melmut, long time no see!"
The middle-aged man in the courtyard heard Yun Sheng's voice. He looked back and smiled immediately: "Yun Sheng, I didn't expect you to come to Munich to see me. I'm so happy! Come in quickly!"
Yun Sheng walked into the villa gate, greeted his wife and children who were playing in the courtyard, and gave them a gift.
"Many thanks."
The two walked into the room, and Yun Sheng said with a smile: "How is your life after retirement? Do you feel bored?"
"You're right, it's a bit boring."
"Who made you Bayern's legendary No. 7 and great star Sauer!" Yun Sheng said seriously.
The person sitting opposite Yunsheng is none other than Germany's legendary star and Bayern's legendary No. 7, Melmut Sauer!
The 37-year-old Sauer just ended his contract with Bayern this summer and officially retired from international football.
In his twenty-year football career, he has become one of the most skilled players in the German team's midfield with his light, sensitive and delicate style of play. In the 1996 European Championship, he, Klinsmann and Vogts became the three heroes of the German team's championship. Achieved the pinnacle honor of the national team.
In his club career, since his move to Bayern Munich in 1992, his legendary club career has begun. During his 15 years at Bayern, he helped the club win numerous trophies. Especially after losing to Manchester United in the 1999 Champions League final, Sauer led Bayern to learn from their humiliation and then regain the Champions League title in 2001, achieving the club's glory. As Bayern's senior captain, Sauer is worthy of the title of German legend and Bayern legend.
Yun Sheng looked at Shaoer in front of him. He sincerely felt that it was absolutely a great honor for him to know him.
Hearing Yun Sheng's praise, Sauer laughed loudly: "Don't be ridiculous, the No. 7 jersey has already been given to that French scarface. I am very optimistic about him. I guess he will become a legendary star of Bayern in the future, and his achievements will even be higher." More than me."
Yun Sheng and Shao Er were sitting on the sofa, chatting about their recent experiences.
"Yunsheng, there has been overwhelming publicity in the newspapers in the past two days. You have become the coach of Cottbus? Congratulations!"
"It's just a fluke." Yun Sheng said humbly.
Sauer shook his head: "Behind any chance, there is an inevitable existence."
"Melmut, are you planning to major in philosophy after retiring?"
"Haha, that's exactly what I meant!"
The two chatted for a while, and Yun Sheng gradually turned to the topic: "Melmut, you don't have any serious injuries now, and you are in good condition. Why do you have to retire so early?"
Sauer sighed: "I'm already old and can't bring much help to Bayern. If I stay in the team, I'm just a burden. It's better to retire. Although I'm a little reluctant, there's nothing I can do about it. .”
From Shaoer's words, Yun Sheng heard an opportunity!
"Melmut, do you know what many people in China do after they retire or retire?" Yun Sheng asked suddenly.
Sauer was stunned for a moment, and soon he looked very interested: "I don't know, this question is very interesting."
Yun Sheng looked at Shaoer with a smile: "In many company departments in China, there is a special system called 're-employment'. That is to say, although you retire, you can still stay in the company and work, and Enjoy higher benefits. But you don’t need to bear too much responsibility.”
"Many people will choose to 're-employ'. Some do it for the money, but many others do it to truly enjoy the happiness of work. Yes, you heard it right, the happiness of work."
"Melmut, think about it. When I used to work in the company, I was always worried about work performance, criticism from the boss, worry about overtime and holidays. I always felt that I was constrained. But after accepting this kind of re-employment, my whole life changed. I feel so refreshed!"
"After being re-employed, every day's work is extra. You can leave when you want, stay when you want, and do whatever you want! Is anyone dissatisfied with me? I won't work anymore! Many people have been busy all their lives, and as a result, It was only after retirement that I really enjoyed the joy of work, don’t you think it’s interesting?”
Shaoer listened carefully to Yun Sheng's words, and he slowly asked Sheng: "Man, what do you mean when you say this to me?"
"Melmut, you must have guessed what I mean. I want to ask you to retire one year later, how about it?"
