Chapter 193 After the Game

At the post-match press conference, Falk appeared before the media with Hilo, who had just returned from injury.

This result was not surprising, after all, Hilo was once the team's absolute core. In his first game back, he scored twice and won a penalty for the team that allowed them to take the lead!

It could be said that, judging solely from the result, Hilo had a pretty good performance in this game.

However, those who watched the game and understood football knew that Hilo's form only returned after scoring. Before the 70th minute, he was practically sleepwalking.

If Millwall's forwards had been a bit more clinical, they would have been up 5-0 long ago.

Norwich would have had no chance to come back.

"The result of this game is a pleasant surprise for us. As everyone saw, our substitutes were full of passion and energy, but their technique is indeed lacking. I want to thank all the players for their hard work in defeating Millwall," Falk summarized. He had been watching the players' performances, considering this game as a training exercise.

To put it bluntly, it was a disaster!

But fortunately, these players were all very obedient, just lacking in technique and awareness.

"Excuse me, Coach Falk, are you aware of Zhao's consecutive goal record? Will substituting him off after twenty minutes end his record? Did you consider this issue beforehand?"

"My original plan was to give Zhao a rest. I only brought him on as a spur-of-the-moment decision, wanting to see how he and Hilo would react on the field together, and the result was gratifying. Zhao is not only a powerful forward, but his set pieces will also greatly enrich our tactics.

As for the record? I spoke with Zhao about it before, and for him, such records are not something he dwells on. Like in the final moments, he still wanted Hilo to take the penalty, to continue helping Hilo regain his form.

He no longer needs to use such records to prove his strength."

"He... he is definitely the best player I've ever coached." A coach wouldn't easily say such a thing, as it could be a blow to other players and even create conflict.

But Zhao Gang's performance isn't just on the field, but also in his character.

He compares himself to a soldier, and as long as it involves playing football, he will follow the coach's arrangements.

Such a player, without arrogance or impetuosity, with exceptional ability, how could Falk not love him?

Zhao Gang deserves him to say such words!

"Hilo, Coach Falk has never said that you are his best player. What are your thoughts?" A cunning reporter, as expected, was hoping to find a news story.

Zhao Gang's strong performance and victory over Millwall was no longer news.

It was as if only if he came on and failed to score would it be considered news?

Falk shook his head helplessly. These reporters all knew Hilo's personality.

He has always been a time bomb on the team, constantly telling everyone in the media that he is the core of Norwich.

It could be said that he wants to show off himself at all times.

Asking such a question now would indeed make Hilo very irritable. His competitive nature might lead him to say something strange.

Hilo faced the reporter, sticking his head close to the microphone, and as expected, dropped a bombshell, "My thoughts are that you're out of your mind. Why would you ask such a question?

Yes, you're an amateur, you don't play football. If you did, if you played a game with Zhao on the field, you wouldn't ask such a question. I forgive you."

The reporter's face was full of embarrassment, and the colleagues next to him were stifling laughter. Falk shook his head again, this time not out of helplessness, but simply finding it funny.

Zhao Gang, in just one game, could make this flamboyant, self-centered player defend him so fiercely.

This is a dual demonstration of skill and personal charm.

If he isn't the best player he's ever coached, who could be?

"So, Hilo, what are your thoughts on the upcoming match against Manchester United next Wednesday?"

Of course, this question had to be asked of Hilo. What could Falk say?

Only Hilo's personality could say the things the media loved to hear.

"Manchester United? The one Guardiola coaches? They're strong, it will be difficult for us to win."

"Mr. Guardiola coaches Manchester City."

"Aren't they a Manchester football team?"

"Mr. Guardiola coaches Manchester City, your opponent is Manchester United."

"I didn't even know there was a Manchester United in Manchester. I was excited to face a team from Manchester. Did I get excited for nothing? I'll go back and look up Manchester United.

I heard people say that the Manchester team said we Norwich are just a Championship team, our players are all amateurs, and Zhao is just their reject. I thought only the Premier League champions could be so arrogant, but it turns out it's another team.

Although I don't know this team, I hope they won't be crying and wetting themselves when they face us!"

When David said those words, no Norwich players stood up to retort, because David's words were harsh, but seemed to be the truth.

If Zhao Gang didn't retort, it would be difficult for other players to stand up and fight back.

But Hilo is different.

Hilo's persona is very stable.

I am the best in the world!

The Norwich players, listening to Hilo's words on TV, couldn't help but stand up and cheer loudly.

David's words had deeply stung them, and they were holding their breath, preparing for a great battle.

For the team, for Zhao Gang!

Now Hilo has already stated his position!

The war has already begun!

Peilan sat on the sofa in Zhao Gang's small apartment, which Falk had helped rent through someone.

He watched Hilo's performance and sighed, "Zhao, your talent, your skill, your character are all very good, but you lack this kind of dominance!

Perhaps it's the education in Long Country that keeps you always humble.

Not to say it's bad, but if you want to become the real boss of the team, you not only have to maintain harmony among teammates, but also speak out on behalf of your teammates and fiercely fight back against all enemies!

Hilo does it very well!"

Zhao Gang nodded, but I'm not good at it.

I can say these words, but if I lose, I feel like I'm slapping myself in the face.

"But you can take your time. You can be the absolute core on the field, the boss on the field, you don't necessarily have to be a locker room leader."