The incident of Barcelona's elimination from the Champions League group stage continues to unfold.
Relevant agencies pointed out: Not only the Champions League bonuses and Champions League broadcast shares, but also the club's various incomes will also drop significantly.
Subsequent Champions League ticket revenue, advertising revenue from the Camp Nou Champions League home court, and brand owners’ additional clauses and ladder bonuses...are all gone.
Reputation damaged.
Commercial value has shrunk significantly.
The value of some stars in the transfer market has hit rock bottom.
Fans have been joking on online platforms: If they face Li Kang again in the Champions League in the next few years, will Barcelona be kicked out of bankruptcy?
On the other hand, Arsenal... they won more than just one game.
Li Kang in the Battle of the Gods has become a new synonym for traffic.
...
Barcelona conference room.
There was a heated discussion among the club's top brass.
"Enrique cannot leave. There is no problem with his reform direction. We must give him a little more time and see the advantages in a person... Enrique likes to interact with fans on the Internet!"
"He perfected Barcelona's set-piece tactics!"
"We need to give him a little more time. Tactical reforms cannot be abandoned halfway!"
Two hours later.
Barcelona’s official website released a message: “Goodbye! Enrique bids farewell to Camp Nou. 》
The formation in the comment section is extremely uniform.
"Two hundred million and one million."
...
The next day.
Compared to the turmoil at Barcelona, the Kearney training base remains as calm as ever.
The 7:1 victory seemed to have magic power. The physical and mental conditions of the injured were not bad. Many of them had returned to the green field and were undergoing simple recovery training.
After Li Kang finished the training, he was pulled by Maguire to chat about the final game of the half-season.
Lao Ma also took out a picture of the estimated starting lineup.
"Lee, you don't have to wipe my butt all the time in the next game."
"This guy named Lukaku, I can guard him to death by myself!"
"For me, he's not as threatening as Benteke at Crystal Palace."
"He's 1.92 meters tall and only weighs 180! He's still afraid of confrontation! He only dares to bully full-backs! What kind of little monster is this? Hmm... Where do you point your finger? It means to pay attention to this boy named Barkley. ? I have dealt with him before! Don’t worry about the defense..."
Mertesacker and Koscielny are not fully recovered from injuries so quickly. Maguire, who has won the starting position, is very active in preparing for the game.
But before they finished speaking, the exchange between the two was interrupted by Boulder's shout.
"Li, get ready to change clothes!"
"We're leaving!"
...
Nyon, Switzerland.
The media reporters set up their cameras.
The security personnel lined up in two lines and stood ready outside the cordon.
Several commercial vehicles with the Champions League logo printed on them came speeding towards us!
The crowd started to commotion!
"Lee!
! "
“Messi!
! "
Many tourists who came here did not even realize that Barcelona had been eliminated.
Security personnel are on alert.
Commercial vehicles parked at the entrance to UEFA headquarters.
Sarri and Jorginho got out of the car and walked slowly onto the carpet.
The popularity of the Naples master and apprentice didn't seem to be very high... The originally agitated crowd suddenly regained its composure, and even the cameras stopped watching.
But.
There was still a small group of fans who applauded.
Since Sarri took over Naples, European football has gained a radical team that is good at "vertical attack"!
Neutral fans will be obsessed with the death of the Lightning Army.
My fans will be disgusted with Jorginho's ball speed.
...
"Lee! It's Lee!"
Lobby.
Jorginho rushed to Li Kang excitedly.
While gesticulating with his fingers, he kept talking.
"Lee, I often watch your games!"
"Van Gaal called me last season! He said I might have a chance to form a new midfield partner with you..."
"He said you are the most suitable person to assist me in playing... the new generation of Pirlo and Gattuso, did Van Gaal tell you?"
He was so excited that he was about to say something more, but was interrupted by his coach.
"Pay attention to social control and don't disturb Li!"
"I don't want to be drawn against Arsenal in the last 16."
Everyone couldn't help laughing.
The Naples coach was not as serious as before, but forced a smile at Li Kang and led Jorginho away.
Wenger looked at the opponent's back, smiled and shook his head.
He stayed up late studying the basic tactical framework of all opponents in the Champions League round of 16.
Naples this season can still threaten Juventus' dominance in Serie A.
Arsenal is not afraid of the opponent's vertical offensive system, but after two rounds, they will definitely be peeled off... If they can draw an opponent with Borussia's style, it will be much easier.
.....
The reception staff greeted me warmly.
Leading everyone in Arsenal to the venue.
The draw rules for the top 16 are briefly summarized as follows:
1. The first place in the group versus the second place in the group;
For example, Arsenal will not draw Napoli, who is also first in the group.
2. Teams from the same group and association will not meet;
For example, Arsenal will not face Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City, who are also in the Premier League, nor will they face Monaco in the same group.
3. Home and away double-round knockout system.
For example, if Arsenal are drawn against Bayern Munich, they will play one round at the Allianz Arena and then another round at the Emirates Stadium. If the total scores of the two rounds are tied, then the number of away goals will be calculated. If the number of away goals is tied, then the number of away goals will be calculated. Just overtime...if the winner still can't be decided, then it will be a penalty shootout...
.....
Enter the venue.
Wenger and Li Kang made a "call" gesture and immediately walked to the club representative seat.
Li Kang took the number plate and found his seat.
First row again.
There are Buffon and Ronaldo next to him again!
"Li, long time no see."
"You know? Juventus fans like you very much and often leave messages on my social media account asking about the possibility of you joining... I replied that I might not be able to wait for that day!"
"Haha, just kidding."
Buffon smiled kindly, stood up and patted Li Kang on the shoulder.
When Cristiano Ronaldo heard these words, he couldn't help but smile, but when he felt the two eyes looking at him, he immediately straightened his face.
snort.
He has not forgotten the European Cup final.
A simple nod is considered a greeting.
Buffon smiled and said: "Li, he was not so stingy before."
Cristiano Ronaldo almost failed to maintain his stern expression...
But.
I couldn't see Messi on such an occasion.
He felt empty in his heart, as if something was missing.
...
More and more people are entering.
Li Kang saw many familiar faces: Royce, Calhanoglu, Mbappe, Muller, Pjanic...and many famous coaches in the club representative seats. Teacher Top was still the same. chatter...
The Champions League theme song suddenly stopped.
The emcee, Pedro Pinto, wore a pink suit and walked onto the main stage with small steps!
Jiligulu said a set of lines.
The words in the scene made everyone feel sleepy, and the scattered applause seemed to urge him to shut up quickly.
After a long time.
The lights dimmed.
Several staff members carried two large tables and quickly set up the place.
When the lights come back on.
A young woman slowly walked towards the main stage holding two transparent glass jars, each containing 8 mini footballs.
Li Kang thought she looked familiar.
It's Eisley again!
Buffon covered his mouth and said with a wicked smile: "This little girl will definitely peek at you again this year!"
Li Kang nodded seriously.
Just as the Juventus goalkeeper expected: Eisley put down the glass jar, quietly glanced at the players' bench, then his cheeks turned red, he bowed his head and smiled and left the side stage.
....
Immediately afterwards.
Two senior officials from UEFA took the stage and spoke for a long time.
It's like a lullaby.
Make everyone sleepy.
After a long time.
Two tall and burly figures appeared on the main stage, breaking the dullness and bringing the atmosphere of the lottery ceremony to its climax!
Thunderous applause!
Drogba!
Henry!
The two of them were the guests at this Champions League top 16 draw ceremony!
"The drawing ceremony is about to begin!"
.....
Coach's seat.
Old Man Top couldn't help but become nervous, adjusted his sitting posture a few times, and then stared at the Benfica coach!
The Benfica coach's mouth twitched: Does Leverkusen think that they are the soft eggplant in the first place in the group? Do you think I'm useful? Can you draw Benfica just by looking at me?
Pochettino looked solemn.
Tuchel remained calm.
Wenger's smile is brighter than in previous years.
Guardiola kept writing and drawing on the scratch paper and stayed out of it.
Simeone is eager to try.
Ancelotti crossed his hands on his chest, giving the impression that it would be the same for everyone he slapped!
Zidane didn't seem to be looking forward to the draw.
The Real Madrid coach always looks towards the players' bench from time to time.
....
The drawing ceremony officially began.
Drogba will never dawdle.
His strong arms reached out and grabbed a fragile ball.
Bang.
It accidentally broke!
The scene burst into laughter.
Drogba scratched his head in embarrassment, then unfolded the note inside and pointed it at the camera.
"Atletico!"
the other side.
Henry took out a small ball.
"Gladbach!"
"The first match result is out: Atletico Madrid and Borussia Mönchengladbach!"
....
Studio.
Barrage flying.
-[I expect an upset in this game! 】
-[Can you let me watch the Champions League: Bayern vs. Borussia Mönchengladbach! 】
-[It is impossible to upset, Atletico Madrid was the Champions League runner-up last season! 】
...
Henry's mood was a little complicated.
He and Wenger are like father and son, and together they created the myth of being undefeated in the Premier League.
Although he often criticizes Arsene Wenger on TV...
But I still hope that Arsenal’s Champions League journey will be less difficult.
This year, I have to draw one... Damn it, why do these second placers look so tough?
....
As the mini footballs were broken apart one by one.
The results of the Champions League round of 16 matches have been released one by one.
"Benfica vs. Napoli!"
"Manchester City vs. Monaco!"
"Leicester City vs. Lyon!"
at this time.
Old Man Top frowned.
The weak persimmons have been pinched.
The remaining opponents are all tough.
....
When the fifth draw result comes out.
The whole place was in an uproar.
"Real Madrid vs. Paris Saint-Germain!"
Emery strives to maintain his famous handsomeness.
Zidane smiled and shook his head.
-[UEFA wants to get rid of Real Madrid this year? 】
-[Just kidding, Paris cannot stop Real Madrid. 】
-[Mars hits the Earth! The quality game of the Champions League semi-finals is staged in advance! 】
-[A small meteorite hit the earth, Paris has no chance of winning the Champions League. Real Madrid’s lineup is now the only one in Europe and has a high probability of defending the Champions League. 】
-[I also want to watch Li Mingdeng fight Di Maria, Cavani, Verratti, and Thiago Silva! Hope in vain! 】
-[It seems Arsenal will still draw Bayern. 】
-[Is there any inside story about the Champions League draw? 】
........
The drawing ceremony did not stop for long.
Drogba continues to break the ball.
"Leverkusen!"
Henry's heart skipped a beat.
He looked at Wenger from a distance.
The pilot shot happened to give a close-up of two people.
The King of Highbury took a deep breath, took out the ball decisively, and broke it open with all his strength!
"Arsenal!"
"The result of the sixth match is out!"
"Leverkusen vs Arsenal!"
The whole place was in an uproar.
Mr. 200 Million returned to Bei Lai Yin so soon?
Henry was overjoyed.
Old Man Top was stunned and instantly became paralyzed...
....
Studio.
Barrage flying.
-[Beautiful, Henry! 】
-[Okay, Arsenal has been suffering for so many years, and they can finally walk out to the top eight! 】
-[Who doesn’t eat dumplings during the Chinese New Year? 】
-[It’s hard to say, Leverkusen spent so much money in the summer window, if Balotelli can perform normally...]
-[I don’t know how Li Kang feels about facing his old club. 】
-[How can you feel? It’s impossible to let go of water! Even if Xiao Li is substituted, it will be difficult for Arsenal to overturn. 】
-【Looking forward to Li Kang’s return to Bei Lai Yin and his superb performance. 】
-[The place where dreams begin. 】
...
Players' bench.
Li Kang's expression was calm.
Calhanoglu looked helpless.
Besides Bayern, which group wants to draw Arsenal second?
Who doesn't know that they are now the team with the strongest offensive firepower in the Champions League!
Main stage.
Drogba displays a new note.
"Juventus!"
Henry cheered up and took it hard!
Snapped!
"Dortmund!"
"The seventh match result is out!"
The result of the last match-up was no doubt in doubt.
Tottenham Hotspur and Bayern Munich.
Just distinguish the order of home and away games, and the balls must be broken according to the process.
...
The draw ceremony for the Champions League round of 16 has ended.
The coaches of each club were surrounded by reporters.
An English reporter asked: "Mr. Top, are you satisfied with the result of Leverkusen's draw this time?"
What's the problem?
Old Man Top wanted to curse.
He straightened his suit and held his head high: "I very much hope that Li can return to Bei Lai Yin, but not as an opponent. He will always be my pride."
A pun.
The wise yet humorous answer won applause from the audience.
Winning or losing is another matter, but maintain your grace.
at the same time.
Arsenal is also surrounded by a lot of media.
"Mr. Arsène, can Arsenal break the curse of stopping in the top 16 this season?"
"Does Li have a girlfriend?"
"Can Arsenal, with its battalion full of wounded soldiers, resist the dark horse from Northern Ireland?"
"..."
Wenger patiently answered all kinds of messy questions.
"Leverkusen cannot be described as a dark horse. Judging from the current lineup, they have the strength to challenge any giant."
"Don't worry, Arsenal's injury wave will ease soon."
"Li's girlfriend... I've never heard of this. You should pay attention to his performance on the court!"
...
Player representatives stood on the main stage.
Take a group photo as a souvenir.
Li Kang's position changed, and he stood near the middle.
The Cup of St. Blaide shone brightly.
Under the spotlight, there are many unfamiliar faces and many familiar figures missing.
