Klose's outstanding performance against Argentina undoubtedly created a huge problem for Klinsmann, that is, how to choose between him and Kuranyi?
It stands to reason that as a supporter of state theory and the team is participating in the Confederations Cup, a nationally watched event, Klinsmann should immediately support Klose, who is obviously in better form, as the team's main center. Kuranyi was placed on the bench. But in this way, Kuranyi's self-confidence is likely to be hit, which will adversely affect his future growth.
After all, in Klinsmann's mind, Kuranyi is the German team's center forward for the next five to eight years. Although Klose is in good form, he can only be used as the main force in the transition period at best and cannot be used as a long-term combat force for the national team.
Of course, Klinsmann would not know that Klose has evergreen attributes. At the age of 36, he still maintains an excellent competitive level and made great contributions to the German team's fourth World Cup championship. He can only make judgments based on his own experience, which is why he is wavering between Klose and Kuranyi.
Fans don't have Klinsmann's concerns. In their view, since Klose can score as soon as he comes on the court, and the goal is Argentina's goal, but Kuranyi did nothing in the game against Tunisia, then Klose should be allowed to start!
Faced with strong calls from fans across the country and the German Football Association, even a tough guy like Klinsmann couldn't stand it. After all, the Golden Bomber has no prejudice against Klose. He previously insisted on not using him as the main center, mainly because he believed that Klose was too old and not suitable for this youth-oriented German team. And now, with Klose scoring twice and Kuranyi scoring only one goal in two games, it would be outrageous if Klinsmann kept the former on the bench. .
"Joachim, what do you think we should do now?" Back at the hotel where he was staying, Klinsmann, who was tortured by this problem and had a frown on his face, found his friend and right-hand assistant Loew, hoping that he could give some advice. A reasonable suggestion, "Should we correct Klose, who is in better condition and more capable, or should we continue to trust Kuranyi as planned?"
"Personally, I think it is more appropriate for Klose to be the main player." Compared with Klinsmann, who is good at motivating and boosting morale and dares to give it a try at critical moments, Loew's strength lies in his rich tactics. Knowledge reserve and adaptability, so at this time he can see more thoroughly than Klinsmann, "Don't forget, this Confederations Cup is a mid-term review by the Football Association of Jurgen during your year of work in the national team. Assessment. If you cannot lead the team to achieve sufficiently outstanding results in the Confederations Cup, then your national team reform plan is bound to suffer a huge setback, and may even be stopped directly by those who have been dissatisfied with it for a long time! "
There's nothing wrong with Loew's idea. Indeed, for Klinsmann now, playing well in this Confederations Cup is the top priority. Therefore, letting Klose, who is in better condition, start the game is obviously more in line with Klinsmann's current needs!
"Well, since you said so, Joachim, let Klose start in the next semi-finals. I hope he can maintain his good form against Argentina." Regarding Loew's opinion, Klins Man was still very convinced. As a classmate training in the same coaching class, he is well aware of the talent of his friend and assistant, "By the way, remember to give Kuranyi a message for me. If he can improve his shooting skills in the future, And if he improves his scoring efficiency, then the main center position of the German national team will be his!"
Just when Klinsmann finally chose Klose as the German team's next starting center on Loew's suggestion, this Confederations Cup has also entered the knockout stage. The two semi-finals are between the host Germany and the Samba team Brazil, and the Pampas Eagles Argentina and the American powerhouse Mexico!
The German media and fans felt helpless about their early encounter with the favorite Brazil in the semi-finals - who would have thought that an accident would happen in Group B where Brazil is located. The powerful Selecao actually lost to Mexico by a single goal in the second round of the group stage, and then were tied by Japan in the final round, handing over the top spot in the group to Mexico for nothing?
"How about it, George, after watching so many games, are there any young players you are more optimistic about?"
Beckenbauer's question has two purposes. One is to hear George's evaluation of the youth version of the German team led by Klinsmann, and the other is to regard George as a player who has a sharp vision and does not need to spend money. The senior scout hired by Qian is going to steal some information from him that can strengthen Bayern!
"Haha, Franz, what you said is really dishonest." George saw through Beckenbauer's intention at a glance and said with a smile, "Okay, I won't hide it from you. To be honest, this Confederations Cup Although there are many young players on the board, there are few that I like, namely Mertesacker and Bastian Schweinsteiger from your side, Maicon, Adriano and Kaká from Brazil, and Argentina from Argentina. Tevez and Mascherano are pretty good. As for the others, I'm sorry, I don't think they have the potential to become first-class stars."
In 2005, Kuranyi was still the representative of Germany's new generation of centers. At only 23 years old, he was experiencing the most prosperous period of his career. Klinsmann entrusted him with the important task of the main center of the national team, and the club transferred to Schalke 04, which is ambitious and recruiting players, and is preparing to make a big splash in Gelsenkirchen!
In 2005, Adriano was still very powerful at Inter Milan and was called the new king of San Siro by Nerazzurri fans. Fans and media are generally optimistic about his prospects due to his superb physical fitness and outstanding football talent, believing that Ade can become as good as Vieri at the top!
In 2005, Cicinho was still attracting the attention of wealthy clubs across Europe with the aura of Cafu's successor, and no one wanted to take him under his wing. Even Maicon, who is emerging in European football, and Alves, who has been the main player in Sevilla for two seasons, were suppressed by him and unable to stand up on the bench!
In 2005, "the last classical midfielder" Riquelme was experiencing the second spring of his career. After leading Villarreal to qualify for the Champions League for the first time in team history, his reputation has reached its peak at this time. Both the national team and the club regard him as an indispensable and absolute core!
Although Adriano and the others have won people's praise and expectations with their outstanding performance in the Confederations Cup, only George knows that these players will bid farewell to their peak period and become international football stars as soon as the next year. Another group of shooting stars!
Therefore, from the perspective of George, who has memories of his past life, this Confederations Cup is not so much a warm-up for next year's World Cup, but more like the final peak performance of this group of shooting stars who have only been around for a few hours.
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