In the first two rounds of the group stage of this European Cup, in addition to the wonderful games, there were many touching scenes.
For example, in Spain's 4-0 victory over Ireland, although Ireland was scored four goals by powerful opponents, their fans still refused to leave. The Irish songs that rang in the stands moved countless fans at the scene and in front of the TV.
And this time when he met this opponent in the third round of the group stage, Yun Sheng also felt a bit more respect.
Although I have great respect in my heart, it is impossible to show mercy during the competition.
Under the spotlight, the referee's whistle sounded and the game began.
Although Ireland had no hope of qualifying in this game, this was a battle of honor for them, and their performance on the field was even stronger than before.
In particular, the team's captain Robbie Keane and veteran Duff made two wonderful attacks in the opening game, almost hitting the Italian goal.
However, Italy did not show weakness. After gradually stabilizing the opening, they quickly scored.
Central defender Astori, who got the chance to start the game, headed the ball into the net from a corner kick, helping the Italian team score the first goal.
1 to 0! The Italian team takes the lead!
Although the goal was scored, the Italian players still did not dare to relax. Today's starting center Di Natale rushed into the net, hugged the ball and ran to the center circle, standing with Giovinco, waiting for the game to continue.
In this game, Yunsheng made extensive adjustments. Only Cassano was left in the front trident, and the other two were all rotated.
In the midfield position, Montolivo and Nocerino both got the chance to start. Both of these two are midfielders with strong offensive abilities. Today Yunsheng's goal is very clear, which is to score more goals.
In the defense, Astori and Marco Motta also got the chance to start. The two frequently stepped forward to assist and help the team score goals.
In the following time, Italy pressed forward across the board and played against Ireland. The opponent had no power to fight back and could only defend.
However, until the end of the first half, the 1-0 score remained unchanged.
Another game held at the same time was still 0-0. If this score reaches the end, Italy will need more goals if it wants to overtake and return to second place in the group.
At the beginning of the second half, Yunsheng made a decisive substitution adjustment. He replaced Giovinco and replaced the old captain Del Piero.
Giovinco performed well in the first half, but the opponent's defense was too tight, and Giovinco's forward penetration and dribbling were not put to much use.
After Del Piero came on the scene, the midfield and frontcourt he organized instantly changed, especially the connection, which became much smoother.
In the 72nd minute of the second half, Del Piero helped Italy score another goal with a low shot from the top of the penalty area!
2 to 0! Italy expanded its lead!
Amid the cheers of the fans, Del Piero rushed into the net and ran back to the center circle holding the ball. Others did not celebrate too much.
Because they know very well that the current number of goals is not enough.
Currently on another venue, the score between Spain and Croatia is still 0-0, and both sides played very conservatively, with no signs of scoring.
Cannavaro on the side was nervously calculating the qualifying situation.
"If this score ends, Croatia has 5 points, 2 goal differences, and 5 goals; now Italy also has 5 points, 2 goal differences, and 5 goals. If we want to qualify directly, then we still have 5 points, 2 goal differences, and 5 goals. A goal is needed..."
Yun Sheng looked at the time, and it was now 80 minutes.
He played his last two cards.
Balotelli came on to replace Di Natale and De Rossi came on to replace Nocerino.
Di Natale performed very well in this game, but unfortunately he always had bad luck; and Nocerino performed well too. Yunsheng asked Diamanti, who is a better passer, to come on the court to try to create more for the forward players. Chance.
Not long after the two appeared on the stage, unexpectedly, good news came from another venue!
In the 88th minute of the game, Spanish star Iniesta assisted Navas and scored the winning goal!
Spain leads Croatia 1-0!
This news makes Italians ecstatic!
And a minute later, good luck came again!
In the corner kick tactic, Diamanti, who had just replaced him, took a free throw into the penalty area. Balotelli shot an overhead kick and scored another goal!
3 to 0! Italy got another goal difference!
The Italian fans in the stands were ecstatic! Celebrate like crazy!
The Italian general on the sidelines also hugged and high-fived excitedly!
After Croatia lost a goal and Italy scored a goal, Croatia accumulated 4 points, 1 goal difference, and 5 goals; while Italy also accumulated 5 points, 3 goal differences, and 6 goals!
Now the other game has reached injury time. Even if Croatia scores another goal, their goal difference cannot surpass Italy!
Italy's second place in the group is stable!
Two minutes later, the referee blew the whistle to end the game, and the other game was over!
Spain defeated Croatia 1-0 and Italy defeated Ireland 3-0!
As a result, the ranking of Group C has been determined: Spain has 7 points, Italy has 5 points, Croatia has 4 points, and Ireland has 0 points.
After three group matches, the Italian team finally qualified as second in Group C!
While all the Italian generals and fans were celebrating excitedly, Yun Sheng walked to the court and hugged Balotelli!
"Mario, your goal is so beautiful! You are an Italian genius!"
"Thank you, sir." Balotelli replied politely, but he didn't look very happy. Instead, his face was full of anger.
Although Balotelli is usually very emotionally unstable, Yun Sheng knew very well that there was a reason for his anger today.
Just after Balotelli scored, the fans cheered and were extremely excited, but the scorer did not show any excitement, as if the goal had nothing to do with him, and he suddenly turned toward the stands. Angry raised his right arm and roared loudly!
Cassano on the side quickly covered his mouth and controlled his emotions.
In the parallel world of later generations, a lip reader interpreted Balotelli's words.
"You are all raised by XX!"
In fact, just before Balotelli was ready to take the field, he was constantly being abused by fans on the sidelines.
Titles such as "monkey" and "nigger" resounded in the stands of Irish fans, and when he came on the field, all kinds of curses came one after another.
At this moment, Yun Sheng hugged the angry Balotelli tightly and came to the sidelines. Yun Sheng roared loudly in the direction of the stands!
In the noisy stadium, this roar could not be transmitted back through the live broadcast, but his angry expression was transmitted to every corner of the world!
Yun Sheng used his actions to declare to everyone - whoever engages in racial discrimination is my enemy!
