Chapter 135 The European Cup Ends

On July 4, with France's 5-2 victory over Iceland and entering the semi-finals, the entire European Cup quarter-finals also came to an end.

In the end, Portugal, Wales, Germany and France entered the semi-finals of the European Cup.

In the match between France and Iceland, Giroud's double shot and one pass became the most critical player for the French team to enter the semi-finals of the European Cup.

And Giroud's performance has also been recognized by quite a number of professionals.

On the other hand, Belgium was defeated in the quarter-finals. They were defeated by the Welsh team led by Bale and eventually missed the semi-finals of the European Cup.

Lukaku, the winner of the Premier League Golden Boot, only scored one goal in this European Cup.

One goal in five games, this total goal conversion rate is really unacceptable, not to mention that the opponent is the Premier League Golden Boot.

Belgian fans are about to explode. They don't understand why Lukaku played so well in Arsenal, but he can't do it when he comes to the national team.

Is there no one in the national team who can pass the ball?

De Bruyne! Hazard is very strong, they can pass the ball.

But why can't Lukaku be efficient?

Coupled with some rumors of internal strife, the entire Belgian national team fell into an extremely bad public opinion environment.

Many players did not even return home, but left directly for vacation.

Obviously, they did not want to face angry fans.

The Belgian national team only apologized to the outside world, saying that they had failed the fans' expectations.

But this perfunctory response made the fans even more angry, and the condemnation was overwhelming.

Belgium was in a mess.

The European Red Devils should have ushered in the strongest period, but they always failed the fans' expectations.

At the same time, the European Cup is still in full swing.

The semi-final will be a strong dialogue between Germany and France.

As the champion of the last World Cup in Brazil, the German tank led by Loew has their performance and ability for all to see.

Before being eliminated in the group stage of the 2018 World Cup, Germany was still very strong and had good luck.

And this time, they ushered in a strong France.

Both sides are carefully studying each other's tactics.

Many people are more optimistic that Germany can win the game.

But Mourinho and Lukay are more optimistic about France.

At present, the tactics of the German team are in a kind of incongruous situation. After the transformation of Guardiola, Loew also began to play the passing and controlling.

It is not easy to let the tough German players play the work of threading the needle.

Although they have survived until now, they still have not experienced the test of strong teams. It is very lucky to be able to reach the semi-finals.

And under the defensive counterattack of the French team, can Germany continue to play the passing and controlling?

As long as the French team can stabilize the defense, can Germany withstand the counterattack of France?

As the host, the French team has performed very well before, which undoubtedly brings great pressure to Loew and the German team.

On the day of the game, the game form of both sides was also expected by Lukay and Mourinho.

Facing the passing and controlling tactics of the German team, the French team played steadily, with a solid defense and sharp counterattacks, and every attack was directly at the key point.

Griezmann scored two goals, a penalty and a powerful shot to help France beat Germany and advance to the final of the European Cup.

They will meet Portugal led by Cristiano Ronaldo in the final.

July 11, 2017, 5:30 pm.

The European Cup officially ended. In this European Cup final, Portugal and France fought for 90 minutes.

This game can be called ups and downs. Cristiano Ronaldo, who was entrusted with an important task, left the field due to injury in the 25th minute. Since then, Portugal's pressing has become more fierce.

In the 79th minute, the Portuguese player Ede, who came on as a substitute, scored the only goal of the game, helping Portugal win the championship of this European Cup.

This is also the first championship of Cristiano Ronaldo's national team career, and also the first European Cup champion of Portugal.

At this moment, Cristiano Ronaldo's reputation has reached its peak.

Last season's Champions League champion plus the European Cup champion, excellent insurance, almost booked the Golden Ball Award.

The young French team fell on the stage of the final.

The French players were very unwilling to accept this, but there was nothing they could do.

After the game, the French locker room was quiet.

Although they made it to the final, the failure to win the championship made these young French guys feel very unwilling.

Especially players such as Griezmann and Giroud, their performance was already wonderful enough, but they still lost the most important trophy.

Although Griezmann won the European Cup Golden Boot, without the championship, he always felt that something was missing.

Among them, the most unwilling was undoubtedly Giroud.

Whether it was the club, the national team or even personal honors, he had no significant and impressive awards.

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He was extremely eager for the championship.

And this time should have been the best opportunity, but they failed to grasp it.

In the bus on the way back, everyone seemed very silent.

Losing always makes people feel depressed.

The same is true for Giroud.

At the training base, Deschamps made a simple summary and let the players leave.

The European Cup is over and his mission is over.

The result is not too bad, but it is a pity not to win the championship.

However, France has already played with enough intensity and will only need to continue to make adjustments in the future.

Head coach Deschamps is still very confident about the future.

Giroud picked up the package, silently came to the parking lot and entered the car.

He did not leave immediately, but closed his eyes and wanted to empty his head.

But as soon as I closed my eyes, the scenes of the finals appeared in front of me.

Those missed opportunities and those missed shots made him feel extremely angry and unwilling.

Giroud slammed the steering wheel!

drop!

The high-pitched sound of cars echoed throughout the parking lot.

Giroud took a few deep breaths, put on his seat belt and was about to drive, when the car window was suddenly knocked.

Winter winter winter!

Giroud turned around and saw national team teammate Kante standing outside the car.

Jirou was suddenly confused.

The relationship between him and Kanter is not particularly good. At most, they only exchanged a few words and they are teammates of the national team.

Why did this guy come to find me?

"N'Golo, what's going on?"

Giroud asked, lowering the window.

His tone was impatient.

Kante's expression was equally disappointed. He looked at Giroud and said, "I was asked to ask you, do you want to join Arsenal?"

Hearing this, Jirou's eyes suddenly widened.

Join Arsenal?

That’s too much to think about!

He is currently in Dortmund, but to be honest, after leaving Klopp, Dortmund cannot be dominant in the league, let alone the Champions League.

Dortmund is Giroud's springboard, and he wants a higher stage.

He wants to go to a club that can compete for titles.

And Arsenal is undoubtedly one of them.

Even the best handful!

Even though Arsenal only won the Europa League last season, their ability is obvious to all.

And Arsenal has many strong players.

These players are all opponents recognized and admired by Giroud. If these guys become his teammates, then the league championship and even the Champions League will not be a dream.

Giroud stared at Kanter and said: "Will you make an offer?"

Kanter asked; "Do you want to come? I need a positive reply!"

Giroud said decisively; "Think!"

In the hotel in Paris, Mourinho said to the phone: "Okay! I understand."

After that, he hung up the phone and nodded to Arteta who was waiting aside; "Giroud is willing to transfer, we can start making preparations!"

Now that it is certain that Giroud is willing to transfer, Mourinho has also begun to prepare for the transfer issue.

It is not an easy task to take Giroud away from Dortmund, but for Dortmund, as long as there is enough price, this is a negotiable matter.

After that, Mourinho said to Lucky who was leaning against the door, "You can go back tomorrow!"

"Let me go?"

Lucky said slightly surprised.

After this month of forced rest, Lucai felt extremely bored and always wanted to move and play football.

Especially when watching other teams playing in full swing in the European Cup, Lucky became even more impatient.

And after a month of training, Lucai's physical fitness and body have recovered a lot.

Mourinho nodded and said, "After you go back, you will not be allowed to do heavy training. You will focus on basic training. I will notify the club and find someone to watch you."

Lucky said awkwardly, "That's not necessary!"

After saying that, Lucky turned and walked out of the room, preparing to leave Paris directly at night.

He really couldn't stay any longer.