Chapter 438: Happy Group (Daily Transition)

Besides the deeply circulated events of "cutting off Milan's dragon vein" and "being fond of gambling".

How would one evaluate Buffon's combat power?

At 17, upon debut he was already at his peak; in his Serie A debut he kept a clean sheet against the defending champions AC Milan.

1995-2017, spanning 22 years, letting generation after generation of the Apennine goalkeeping deity... sit one after another on the national team bench.

"The world's number one goalkeeper is Kahn, number two is Buffon."

"The world's number one goalkeeper is Čech, number two is Buffon."

"The world's number one goalkeeper is Casillas, number two is Buffon."

"The world's number one goalkeeper is Neuer, number two is Buffon."

Each generation has its version, each generation its god.

The "second goalkeeper" Buffon, tacitly accepted by other fans, is always able to satisfy the tactical changes of the goalkeeper position.

Over the past 22 years, no matter how the tactical version of European football changes.

This kid still stands tall, outlasting batch after batch of excellent goalkeepers.

The Champions League draw ceremony has entered its most thrilling segment.

Shevchenko, as a special guest, walked onto the main stage.

After saying a few pleasantries, he began the draw.

Pa!

He twisted open the small ball.

He unfolded the slip of paper.

Group C: Shakhtar Donetsk!

"On October 28, 1994, Shevchenko's team debut, the opponent he defeated was none other than Shakhtar Donetsk!"

"..."

The draw ceremony was very long.

After a long while.

The second-seeded team of Group C was drawn.

Chelsea.

"On August 23, 2006, representing Chelsea, Shevchenko scored his first Premier League goal."

"..."

Time flowed slowly.

Some of the coaches of the third-seeded teams had complex thoughts.

As of now: Group C has the least pressure.

Guardiola and Mourinho, however, are not too concerned.

Anyway, according to the rule that teams from the same country and same league cannot meet, Manchester City and Manchester United will not be drawn into Group C.

Soon.

The third-seeded team of Group C was drawn.

Barcelona.

"On November 5, 1997, Dynamo Kyiv challenged Barcelona away; young Shevchenko performed a half-time hat-trick! He stormed Camp Nou and made a name for himself across Europe!"

"He led a weak Ukrainian team to defeat a Barcelona possessing Figo, Albert, Sergi, and Rivaldo!"

"A perfect embodiment of individual heroism!"

Shevchenko's expression was a bit torn.

How did these three clubs end up together?

He silently sighed in his heart:

Too bad.

Even though he has deep ties with the red-and-black squad, tonight they still have to play the Europa League qualifier.

Tuchel was low-spirited.

Barcelona's head coach- Valverde, couldn't help but sigh in relief: good, it's not the group of death; Barcelona couldn't possibly be eliminated in the group stage like last year.

Messi's expression remained calm, as if he didn't care about any group draw result.

Buffon nudged Li Kang with his elbow, teasing: "You and Barcelona are a must-watch fixture in the Champions League group stage, a guarantee of ratings."

Li Kang didn't think too much about it.

After winning the "treble" with Arsenal last season, Tuopu Laotou once advised him to bring the championship trophy to his mentor- Bielanowa's grave.

The plan was ultimately cancelled due to the dissuasion of his foster mother Sophia.

"It's not even a championship won representing Barcelona, you brat will just anger him again."

Of course, it was just a joke.

The real reason was still consideration: respect for Arsenal's collective honor, and to avoid Barcelona's higher-ups making nonsensical remarks.

After a long while.

The group stage results for the 2017/18 Champions League season were officially announced.

Group C became a hot topic among fans.

Shakhtar Donetsk, Chelsea, Barcelona, Qarabağ.

-【Another Stamford Bridge tragedy? The darkest moment in Champions League history!】

-【The Jing side dispatched personnel to escort the referees, fleeing overnight from the British Isles!】

-【Super Yinniesita, Mr. Big Scene, perfect clincher!】

Could it be that Chelsea did nothing wrong? Barcelona has already forgiven Chelsea.

I am a neutral fan; the Stamford Bridge disaster was indeed the referee's dereliction of duty, and the head referee himself admitted he missed four penalty kicks for Chelsea... but... in the first leg at Camp Nou that year, the referee also showed fewer cards for Chelsea fouls! Over the two legs, a few cards cancel out four penalties, evening things out! Chelsea has no right to complain.

A few cards offset four penalty kicks, evening the score.

Don't be stubborn and distort the facts; the referee in charge himself has already admitted his mistake...

In the 04/05 Champions League season, Barcelona beat Chelsea 2-1; that night the head referee's reputation was ruined and he retired after hanging up his whistle.

The Stamford Bridge disaster is a universally recognized classic case of a mistaken call, but the comment section always sparks debate.

The draw ceremony ended.

Media reporters swarmed over, rushing to interview the head coaches of each club.

Enrique looked energetic and full of confidence.

He didn't lead Arsenal into trouble, and at the start of the Premier League he also achieved two consecutive wins.

"The opponents Arsenal faces in this year's group stage are all very strong; the difficulty of advancing will be greater than last season, but I have confidence we can break out of the encirclement."

Greater difficulty?

The reporters quickly lowered their heads to glance at the draft.

"Group E: Arsenal, Porto, Beşiktaş, Maribor."

You call this a high difficulty?

"Even if Enrique dozes off on the bench and lets his assistant coach take charge, the Arsenal players could still rely on their ability to get out of the group!"

On the other side.

Valverde appeared somewhat reserved.

"Barcelona will learn lessons from difficulties and continue forward."

"I will trust the current players; they are the hope of victory."

"I deeply love Barcelona and cherish this precious coaching opportunity."

He is one of Cruyff's disciples.

During his playing days he served Barcelona as a forward, helping the team win the European Cup Winners' Cup and the Copa del Rey.

After retiring he began a coaching career, repeatedly targeting Barcelona.

In the 37th round of the 06/07 season he held Barcelona to a draw, indirectly helping Real Madrid win the title.

In the 09/10 season he ended Barcelona's 19-match winning streak.

In the 13/14 season he thrashed Barcelona, indirectly helping Atlético Madrid win the title.

In the 14/15 season he thrashed Barcelona, leading Athletic Bilbao to win their first trophy in 31 years: the Spanish Super Cup.

Deeply loving Barcelona?

No matter how you look at his résumé, it seems like that of a mole!

Zidane gave the media a perfunctory response, then strode over to Li Kang's side.

His tone mixed with a hint of guilt, he asked solicitously: "Li, is your injury better?"

Li Kang nodded and raised his arm.

Zidane's expression eased, revealing a kindly smile.

He took Li Kang's hand and gently patted it.

Click.

The magnesium flash flickered.

The reporters hurriedly used their cameras to record this classic moment.

"The Handshake of Two Legendary Midfielders."

"The Galactic Battleship's Prospectus!"

"Stamford Bridge's Managerial Reserves!"

What about Tuchel?

That guy is chatting heatedly with Buffon.

No way.

His long-desired Oblak didn't come to the draw ceremony, and Buffon happened to be the only goalkeeper representative present.

Relationships between people can sometimes be easily brought closer.

"I've recently taken a liking to a project... I don't know if you're interested?"