Chapter 514: A feeble explanation

Liverpool's performance in the Premier League has been up and down. The Reds, which are in a rebuilding period, often lose points to weaker teams.

But when facing Manchester City, they always strike hard.

Last season, Manchester City had an unstoppable trend in the Premier League, but they did not have any advantage against Liverpool.

This time, Manchester City's away game at Anfield made Klopp feel a little desperate.

Manchester City burst out with a fierce fighting spirit.

After taking a 5-1 lead in the first half, Manchester City continued to play with full firepower in the second half and eventually defeated Liverpool -.

This is the biggest score difference Manchester City has ever achieved in the hundreds of years of history between the two sides, and it is also Liverpool's most painful defeat in the league in the past decade.

Zhao Yi played decently in this game, scoring three goals and breaking Liverpool's already unstable defense into pieces.

Klopp's high-pressure pressing, which he was proud of, seemed to be stretched to its limits under the command of De Bruyne, Zhao Yi and Gundogan.

Liverpool's core player Coutinho lost himself on the field like a child in the high-tempo confrontation.

He made eight mistakes in the whole game. Being on the left, he happened to meet Zhao Yi, who replaced Sterling as the right forward. Coutinho didn't even dare to attack with the ball in the end. After receiving the ball, he quickly passed it back, for fear that Zhao Yi who had withdrawn would snatch the ball away from him.

In the post-match interview, Guardiola praised the team's performance.

"Liverpool are always tough opponents, we are going through a tough period and my players have risen to the occasion.

Especially after Zhao returned to the team...

He provides us with ample offensive firepower and also makes stable contributions on the defensive end.

Yes, he can do whatever he wants on the court.

I don't know what words I should use to describe him.

He can play in every position except goalkeeper.

Yes, except Ederson, any starting player on the field may be replaced by him.

Bailey is the greatest player I have ever heard of, and Zhao is the strongest player I have ever seen.

Messi?

Messi has always been my favorite one, he is not the strongest.

Even at his peak, Messi was not as good as Zhao's performance last season.

So I rejected the Ballon d'Or award for best coach, I don't think their award is well deserved.

Did I say something a bit too much?

My god, they gave the Ballon d'Or to someone else."

Guardiola has always given people the impression of being a modest gentleman, low-key and emotionally intelligent.

But in recent times, what he said to the media always made people think he was Mourinho.

He always believes in leaving a way out for others so that they can meet again in the future.

But this time, he didn't save any face.

He gave Zhao Yi absolute support, and Zhao Yi also returned the support.

Publicly confirmed that he will stay in Manchester City and will not choose to leave.

He will definitely create a true football myth together with Guardiola.

The reporter asked about Zhao Yi's contract with Manchester City.

“Yes, Zhao has completed the contract renewal with Manchester City ahead of schedule. I don’t know the specific salary and bonus details.

At this disappointing time, I, Manchester City management and all staff stand behind Zhao.

We will give him all the support we can.

After learning that he missed the Golden Globe Award, Zhao did have a period of depression, which is incredible.

Fortunately, he has come through now, just like his performance on the court.

He is still omnipotent.

He’s still competitive and hungry to win.”

"The Ballon d'Or changed its rules? When we were playing Liverpool?

I don't know the details." Guardiola listened to the reporter's narration and nodded.

"This is exciting news... They think Ronaldo's career is more successful than Zhao's, so the Ballon d'Or was given to Ronaldo...

Then Messi should win all the Ballons d'Or."

Klopp was somewhat helpless about the loss, "Last season we were able to play back and forth with Manchester City.

This game... we really don't have a better way.

Everyone saw it. Super Zhao might be a little angry about not winning the Golden Globe, and he should be angry.

His pressure on the court made his opponents breathless.

No one could keep up with his pace, and it was difficult for his teammates to keep up with that fast pace.

It is hard to imagine that a player who defeated all opponents did not receive the highest honor...

I don't know what happened either.

The Ballon d'Or has changed its rules?

Why? ? "Klopp blinked his big eyes, a little curious.

He listened carefully to the reporter.

Klopp understood immediately.

"France Football" could not withstand the pressure of public opinion. Rather than changing the selection mechanism, it explained why Zhao Yi did not win the Golden Ball.

This explanation is weak and feeble. It would be better to directly and generously admit that there are problems with the selection mechanism.

Not wanting to admit mistakes and not having the courage to bear the consequences, he can only shirk responsibility in this roundabout way.

"France Football" believes that the selection was made by journalists from various countries and the main responsibility does not lie with them, but because Zhao Yi did not have a long and successful career.

Klopp nodded and said, "I hope this will make the selection fairer."

Klopp expressed his doubts and did not really criticize France Football and the Ballon d'Or.

Because there is no need for him to really fall out with the Ballon d'Or.

But another Premier League head coach, Mourinho, is different.

Mourinho also learned about the changes to the Ballon d'Or after the Manchester United game.

He asked a very real question.

"How long did Messi and Ronaldo have careers when they won their first Ballon d'Or?

Did they win the Seventh Championship?

Did they break so many goal records in Europe?

I cannot accept this explanation.”

"France Football" not only changed the rules, but also published an article stating its role in the selection of the Golden Ball.

All votes are cast by reporters from various football associations, who vote individually and everyone has their own ideas. France Football will not influence any reporter with the right to vote.

They only count the final votes, which are made public.

They are not responsible for any journalist’s vote.

France Football, which was heavily criticized, completely shifted the blame.

The weapon of racial discrimination is too buggy, and the top management of France Football cannot bear the blame for it.

Not to mention fans from other parts of Europe, even the local fans and media in France have started to make a fuss.

Voices from all walks of life are expressing support for Zhao Yi.

Luo haters and Mei fans have paid a lot for this.

There is no doubt about Zhao Yi's strength, but compared with Messi and Ronaldo, who have been deeply involved in football for nearly ten years, his number of fans and influence are still a little behind.

If his influence is big enough, the Ballon d'Or will not go to anyone else.

This time, Mei fans and Luo Hei stood up.

The issue has been elevated to a racial level.

This forced France Football to come out and clarify some situations, but they will never apologize.

Apologizing means admitting your mistake.

Admitting the mistake means there is something fishy about the selection.

The authority of the Ballon d’Or will be questioned in the future, and France Football may even lose the Ballon d’Or brand.

All previous Ballon d'Or winners may be questioned.

They can only try to fix the problem after it has happened.

Zhao Yi also received a call from Perrin. Some middlemen contacted Perrin, hoping that Zhao Yi could stand up and say something for the Golden Ball Award.

There is no need to say anything nice, just accept an interview with France Football.

Everyone was happy and joyful.

Next year, the Golden Globe Award will be yours!