The friendly match between China and the United States ended with a dull 0: 0. In order to avoid injury, the players on the field didn't compete intensely. There was nothing to write home about in terms of technique and tactics. Neither team belonged to Europe or South America, so it was difficult to say that there was anything outstanding about their style.
The more famous the star players were, the more they paid attention to their personal health.
After the game, China would rest for a day before heading to Nuremberg, where the first round of Group D of the World Cup would be held.
When he returned to the hotel, Qin Xiong signed autographs for the fans outside the hotel as a way to thank them for cheering for the team during the pre-World Cup friendly matches.
Most of the people around him were young people. They were wearing China's World Cup jerseys, which were in pure red and pure white.
It was just a national team jersey designed during the World Cup. There was nothing special about it, but the sales were amazing.
Qin Xiong's number 10 jersey alone sold more than 35 million before the World Cup officially kicked off!
His jersey accounted for more than 90% of the jersey sales of the entire national team.
There was a saying in China's football world: Watch China's games to see Qin Xiong!
His status and influence in the China team had reached unprecedented heights.
It was just like how many fans went to Camp Nou or stayed in front of the TV to watch Barcelona's games. In fact, they were there to see Ronaldinho.
Qin Xiong signed the jerseys for the fans step by step. He had done it so many times that he couldn't even remember how many times he had signed autographs. He was now used to it.
There was definitely sincerity and sincerity in it, but it was undeniable that it was also part of his job as a superstar. For example, he had to take an hour out of his time every week to sign some advertising posters for sponsors.
As Qin Xiong lowered his head to sign the jerseys, a young girl in front of him suddenly shouted to him, "Captain Qin! No matter where you transfer to, we will support you! "
Qin Xiong looked up at the girl in surprise. She gave him a cheerful smile.
Rumors about his transfer had been rampant, but the outside world did not know the progress of the matter. It could be said that Qin Xiong himself did not know. He was focused on preparing for the World Cup and did not want to think about these things for the time being.
As soon as the girl finished speaking, the surrounding fans also responded excitedly and said to Qin Xiong in unison, "Yes! No matter where you go, we will support you! "
Qin Xiong smiled. He had to admit that even though Sylvia, Freddy, and his teammates and friends on the national team, Liu Yi and Zhang Pengfei, would all say that they supported him, Qin Xiong still had to admit that.
But when a group of fans stood in front of you and sincerely said those words to you, the feeling was different.
She felt touched, warm, and even stronger confidence surging within her.
He couldn't make everyone like him, nor could he make everyone satisfied. However, no matter where he went, no matter what path he chose, there would always be people who would support him unconditionally!
Five days before the start of the World Cup, the China team arrived in Nuremberg, where the first match against Mexico would take place.
In faraway China, people's passion for the World Cup had been ignited.
Young men and women wearing the number 10 jersey worn by Qin Xiong of the China team could be seen everywhere. The group photo of the national team gathering in Europe for the World Cup had also become the most popular poster on the streets of China after being rendered by special effects.
Qin Xiong, who was leading the group, wore the national team World Cup uniform with the captain's armband on his arm. He exuded a dignified aura that made the group photo of the China team exude from the inside out.
Many people were looking forward to the China team being able to achieve good results in their second World Cup.
Not only the sports television stations, but also many stars in the entertainment industry were participating in this global feast.
There was only one reason why people had blind expectations for the China team: the captain, Qin Xiong!
They seemed to believe that Qin Xiong could lead the China team to create a miracle with his own strength.
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On June 10, the 2006 World Cup in Germany began in Munich!
Sports reporters from all over the world gathered in Germany, and the global powers officially started the war!
They competed for the title of King of the World, which was held once every four years!
The China team would have low-intensity training during the day, and after training, everyone would gather to watch the World Cup games. The national teams that appeared on stage were an eye-opener for everyone, and at the same time, they were a little nervous.
Because with the bombardment of public opinion by the media, the gap in competitive strength was tacitly understood. Because the China team was too weak, coupled with the dismal elimination of the last World Cup, it would form a psychological shadow that shrouded the hearts of the players.
On June 12, the Nuremberg World Cup stadium.
The China team and Mexico team appeared together!
A large number of China fans came to the stadium to watch the game, and China's major sports television stations sent commentary teams to the live broadcast to comment on the game.
Qin Xiong did not accept any interviews recently. He hoped that the entire team, including himself, would calmly prepare for the World Cup. He did not want others to ask, and did not want to answer any questions. He only wanted to concentrate on welcoming the arrival of the World Cup.
Standing in the players' tunnel, Qin Xiong, who had played in two Champions League finals, could not help but tremble a little in his heart.
Excitement!
After all, the World Cup was different from a club's game.
The Mexican captain standing next to Qin Xiong was not a stranger. Qin Xiong had just played against him a month ago. He was Barcelona's center back, Márquez.
Under the lead of the referee, the two captains led the teams into the field, holding the ball boys' hands.
The moment Qin Xiong walked out of the players' tunnel, the atmosphere at the stadium exploded instantly.
The China fans in the stadium, who came from afar, roared in shock.
"China team! Come on! "
Qin Xiong took a deep breath in the process of moving forward, suppressed the excitement in his heart, and turned to mobilize the excitement. With firm and bright eyes, he walked into the stadium with his head held high and chest out.
When the players of both teams stood in line, the kickoff ceremony began. When China's national anthem sounded on the World Cup stadium, Qin Xiong and his teammates looked solemn and tacitly sang the national anthem to the melody.
When the live broadcast camera swept across each and every one of them, it was unknown how many Chinese fans around the world who were watching the game consciously sang the national anthem. Perhaps some of them sang it out loud, some of them just moved their lips slightly, and some of them followed the melody in their hearts.
The China team stood on the stage of the World Cup for the second time!
Qin Xiong got the most live coverage of the game because he was the biggest star player of both teams!
His solemn posture with his head held high had already become a classic scene.
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