Chapter 273 Don’t leave La Liga too early!
When the news of Valencia's 1-0 away win over Zaragoza reached Madrid, Real Madrid superstars were slowly walking into the Bernabeu Stadium, preparing to start the game with Osasuna.
But this game was destined to be extraordinary from the very beginning.
Apart from Elguera, Real Madrid sent out their strongest lineup to face Osasuna.
Queiroz wants to bring a victory to the Bernabeu and get out of the shadow of being eliminated from the Champions League.
But no one expected that just two minutes into the game, the visiting team threw the ball into the field from a throw-in in the frontcourt, but Raul Bravo and Salgado both missed the ball at the same time, allowing Osasuna to seize the opportunity and score.
Ironically, the player who scored for Osasuna was Baldo, who was loaned out by Real Madrid.
The one who eliminated Real Madrid from the Champions League was Morientes, who was loaned to Monaco by Real Madrid. This in itself has caused enough controversy. Now, the one who scored the first goal for Osasuna was also a player loaned by Real Madrid. How embarrassed are the Real Madrid fans at the Bernabeu? More than 50,000 Real Madrid fans at the scene began to get restless.
Especially three minutes later, Baldo got another chance and almost scored.
After a moment of fear, Real Madrid fans began to put pressure on the superstar players on the field by booing.
But the bad luck had just begun.
In the 23rd minute, Real Madrid made a long pass into the penalty area. Ronaldo collided with the Osasuna goalkeeper when he rushed into the penalty area.
A few minutes later, Borja replaced Ronaldo.
The Brazilian striker never got up again after falling.
Osasuna further expanded the score with a long shot before the end of the first half.
This time even the saviour Casillas performed poorly and the entire Real Madrid team performed poorly.
In the 61st minute of the second half, Baldo assisted his teammate Moha to score a header, securing the victory for Osasuna.
0-3! The numbers on the scoreboard at the Bernabéu Stadium were frozen! The Real Madrid fans at the scene booed like a tide to vent their dissatisfaction with the players' condition.
With Valencia already winning, Real Madrid's defeat was equivalent to handing the league title to Valencia ahead of time.
At this point in the league, everyone has become very clear that Valencia's winning the championship is a high probability event.
But in this round, Real Madrid lost and Valencia won, the gap between the two sides further widened, and the league championship was basically decided.
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After the game, AS, a newspaper close to Real Madrid, used the word "Shame!" three times in a row on its front page.
The Spanish media believes that Real Madrid can lose the league title, but cannot be eliminated in such a humiliating way, which is extremely disappointing, especially after being eliminated from the Champions League.
"I remember that when I returned to Madrid from Monaco, including head coach Queiroz and general manager Valdano, they all agreed that this was not a bad thing for Real Madrid because they could focus on the league and fight Valencia until the last minute."
"But now, Valencia fought to the last minute, what about Real Madrid?"
"They just shouted slogans and we raised our hands in surrender. Is that reasonable?"
Even AS has started to criticize Real Madrid, so it is conceivable that other Spanish media have been criticizing Real Madrid in every way.
I guess the Catalan media use the mildest words and phrases, because they are mainly sarcastic and ironic.
Rijkaard's team has won consecutive games after the winter break. Except for the loss to Valencia, they have remained unbeaten so far. Their performance is completely different from that of Real Madrid.
Some people say that it is the joining of the beast Davis that has strengthened Barcelona's midfield, so there are very loud calls for Davis to stay.
But many people also believe that before Davis played for Barcelona, Rijkaard's team had already found the key to victory, which can be seen from several games in mid-to-late January. Davis is just the icing on the cake and his role should not be overestimated.
More importantly, Davis is a thorn in the side. Is such a player suitable for Barcelona?
This is a question.
For Real Madrid, the only "good" news is that Ronaldo's injury is not serious.
According to team doctor Klaar, Ronaldo's injury was more due to fatigue. This time he strained his muscles after a quick start. After an MRI examination, it was determined that the problem was not very serious and the edema in the injured area was relatively mild, but he will definitely miss the Madrid derby.
Catalonia's daily sports newspaper took the unprecedented step of putting Real Madrid's news on the front page, which was regarded as a shame by Real Madrid fans because they all knew that this was a tactic by the Catalan media to take advantage of their misfortune.
But unfortunately, Real Madrid fans were powerless to fight back.
What's more, the Pioneer News soon revealed another inside story.
Real Madrid's team doctor said that Ronaldo was injured because of fatigue, while Vanguard believed that Ronaldo's fatigue was caused by his lack of professionalism before the game.
"The day before the match, Ronaldo held a grand birthday party for his son Ronald. In addition to inviting circus clowns, Ronaldo also twisted his fat body and danced samba crazily for several hours. That's why when he faced Osasuna the next day, a simple move caused him to strain his muscles."
The revelations by Vanguard immediately caused an uproar throughout Spain.
Real Madrid fans were especially angry.
During the team's training session, hundreds of Real Madrid fans booed the superstars. Even AS, which never reports negative news about Real Madrid players, was very dissatisfied with the private lives of Real Madrid stars this time.
First there was Beckham's extramarital affair, and now there is Ronaldo's injury. AS has begun to express concerns about Real Madrid's ability to manage superstars in the locker room.
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Su Dong was not interested in the disturbances in the outside world, and he had no way to tell the truth from the false.
It's like Ronaldo throwing a birthday party for his son Ronald, that's true, but did he dance samba for hours?
Su Dong had doubts about this.
But after hearing the news that Ronaldo would be out for two weeks due to injury, Su Dong took advantage of the team's holiday and went north to Madrid to visit Ronaldo who was recuperating at home.
Ronaldo's mansion is located in La Moraleja, a wealthy area in the north of Madrid.
Many Real Madrid stars live here, such as Zidane, Figo, Beckham and Raul.
But this time Su Dong visited Ronaldo in a low-key manner, purely because he wanted to show concern for his injury.
The alien received Su Dong's call early and received Su Dong at his home. He was dressed in casual clothes and seemed to be in a good mood.
"It's been so many years, I'm used to it!" Ronaldo smiled nonchalantly in response to Su Dong's concerned look.
But there was something sad in that smile.
Especially Su Dong, a loyal supporter, felt even worse.
If there were no injuries, Ronaldo would definitely not be the Ronaldo he is now. He would achieve achievements that everyone in the world would look up to. He would make the whole world prostrate themselves at his feet and worship him.
He is an invincible alien!
But the injury stopped him! "Take it easy in the future," Su Dong advised.
Su Dong had heard about it a long time ago. Ronaldo's doctor had said more than once that in Ronaldo's case, his knees became weaker every time he was injured.
Ronaldo's smile was a little stiff, more like toothpaste squeezed out of his mouth. "Sometimes I can't help it. I always think I'm young and can't help wanting to chase."
Su Dong could understand Ronaldo's feelings.
This is just like many people who, when they get old, refuse to admit their age and always feel they are still young.
This is not necessarily a bad thing.
Refusing to accept old age can keep people full of energy forever.
Aren’t there many people who completely lose their ambition after they have accepted old age? “How is it this time? What did the team doctor say?” Su Dong asked with concern.
Ronaldo smiled and shrugged helplessly. "Actually, he didn't need me to tell him. I know it myself. It's still the muscles near my knee. It's very similar to the one not long ago, but not that serious. Look, it's not swollen at all. It's not a problem. I can resume training in a week at most."
It takes a week to resume training, which means he will be out for at least two weeks, which is consistent with the rumors outside.
Looking at his idol and his injured leg, Su Dong suddenly didn't know what to say.
The only hope for Real Madrid this season is the King's Cup, and facing Zaragoza should not be a problem.
As for the league, although there is a theoretical possibility, it is just a theory.
In fact, everyone knows that the probability of Valencia capsizing is almost zero.
How could Real Madrid catch up with them when they were so far behind? Besides, judging from their performance, it is understandable to say that Barcelona can catch up, but what about Real Madrid?
"By the way, I forgot to congratulate you for scoring 30 goals." Ronaldo suddenly smiled at Su Dong.
Su Dong nodded, "Thank you." But he felt mixed emotions.
"Don't relax. There are still six rounds of the league. Work harder and try to surpass me in the number of goals. I believe you can do it." Ronaldo looked at Su Dong encouragingly and said.
Su Dong read sincerity in his eyes and believed that Ronaldo was encouraging him from the bottom of his heart.
"It's difficult, especially since we are fighting on two fronts."
Ronaldo waved his hand and said, "Everyone knows it's difficult, but it's because it's difficult that we have to do it. Sometimes, some things are like this. If you don't do it, you will find it's difficult, but when you do it, you will find that it's not difficult at all. At this time, you have made a breakthrough without realizing it."
Su Dong fell into deep thought, chewing over Ronaldo's words.
"If nothing else, ask yourself, are the goals you set for yourself higher next season?"
Su Dong was speechless because Ronaldo was absolutely right.
After experiencing this season, Su Dong has higher demands on himself and has a different view on many things.
The reason is simple, the realm is different! He is no longer satisfied with the goal he set before, he wants to climb higher and more dangerous peaks!
"Thank you, Ronnie!" Su Dong said gratefully.
Ronaldo smiled and waved his hand, "Also, listen to my advice again, don't leave La Liga too early!"
(End of this chapter)
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