On Weibo, the topic "Zhang Kuang Interview" rushed to the top of the hot search within half an hour after the program was broadcast, and the number of reads exceeded one billion.
"Zhang Kuang said that 'China football is the equalizer of the national game'. This is so harsh and makes people laugh and cry. It seems that we can all tolerate the crappy China football."
"A kid who is only 18 years old knows nothing. He actually said that we should not learn from the West, saying that Western medicine cannot cure all diseases. This is fart. I think our development is not good enough because we do not learn from the West thoroughly enough. What an 18-year-old kid knows nothing."
"Learning from the West is not thorough enough? Does letting a football star like Zhang Kuang bring four women home mean that he has learned thoroughly? Does learning from Denmark humans and beasts mean that he has learned thoroughly? How else can he learn from the West thoroughly?"
"You know nothing..."
"The first floor of the new building is useless. Football is just football. What are we talking about ZZ? Zhang Kuang said, 'I will not give up China nationality just to play World Cup' - I cried. This is true patriotism.
Based on his decision, I forgive him for all the harsh words he has said and some wrong things he has done. There are too few people who can truly do this."
"Yes, I very much agree with what he said, 'The bottom line is a bottom line because after crossing it, even if your career really reaches its peak, you will fall into the abyss as a personality and regret it for the rest of your life.' I believe in the character of a person who can say this. Even if he really says something harsh about China football, he still hates it and is not really malicious."
"Yes, those who say he is 'unpatriotic', look at this passage, he is more patriotic than any of you."
"The part where he said 'Insufficient firepower' was too flammable. 'You are not strong enough, so you cannot stand firm. If you are strong enough, you can stand firm. The source of all disasters comes from insufficient firepower!' - I want to post this sentence on the wall."
"He is right. This is true on the football field, true on the battlefield, and even more true when it comes to interactions with the opposite sex. It is also true in life."
"The part where he said 'private life' made me laugh so hard. 'No matter how many women you bring home, if they are dissatisfied afterwards, aren't you humiliating yourself?'--Zhang Kuang, you understand women."
"I declare that from today on, I am a fan of Zhang Kuang."
"Me too, I was just his fan before, now I am his believer."
"He said in the interview, 'My greatest pride in life is that I am a China person' - I am a grown man, and my eyes got wet when I saw this sentence."
"Zhang Kuang, you are the pride of China football, and also the pride of China people."
"I hope he can score a lot of goals in Manchester United. No, he will definitely score a lot of goals."
"Waiting for the official announcement. Waiting for the official announcement of Manchester United."
"..."
Female fans reacted more directly.
"No wonder the four women in France fell into trouble. He is so eloquent that I almost fall in love with him."
"He is eloquent, can score goals, is handsome, and can satisfy four women at the same time! What woman can't love such a man?"
"I'm already checking how to get to Manchester."
"Sister, calm down. He is ours, not someone else's."
"Can you women have some potential? He is a football player, not your sexual object."
"He is a football player and a man. What's wrong with us talking about him? Isn't it okay?"
"Okay, you continue."
"..."
In short, the Zhang Kuang interview broadcast by CCTV-5 made him even more popular in front of the national audience. This is really because he is not only handsome, he is the first China player to win the championship in the five major leagues, the first man to win the golden boot in the five major leagues, and because he frequently makes wise words and displays wise thoughts, which is really eye-opening.
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Zhang Kuang, who is far away in Paris, has no idea about domestic affairs. He is currently being interviewed by four female reporters.
Four women and four voice recorders filled the hotel suite living room to the brim.
Marina is sitting on the single sofa to the left of Zhang Kuang, Camille is sitting on the armrest next to Marina, Lucy Occupying the position on the right side of Zhang Kuang, Gilia sat directly on the coffee table, facing Zhang Kuang. The four people surrounded Zhang Kuang in the middle.
Zhang Kuang was leaning on the sofa, holding a cup of tea in his hand, with a relaxed expression.
"Let's get started," he said.
Marina The first opening.
"Zhang, first of all, congratulations on winning the France Cup championship, completing the double crown this season, and winning the Golden Boot. Now that the season is over, how do you sum up this half of the season? Do you have any regrets?"
Zhang Kuang Put down the tea cup.
"Of course there are regrets." He said, "The biggest regret is that Auxerre did not participate in UEFA Champions League this season, otherwise I could have shown myself on UEFA Champions League."
He paused.
"Of course, this is greedy. Auxerre can win the Ligue 1 championship and France Cup championship at the end of the season, which is already an almost perfect season.
I want to thank coach Fernandez, my teammates, and the fans of Auxerre. Without them, I wouldn't have been able to adapt to Ligue 1's rhythm so quickly."
Gilia interjected. "Then how would you sum up your personal performance? In half a season, you have scored more than 30 league goals, averaging nearly two goals per game. Are you satisfied with yourself?"
Zhang Kuang: "Satisfied, but not satisfied either."
He said, "What I am satisfied with is that I have proven that I can gain a foothold in the five major leagues, score goals, and help the team win. What I am not satisfied with is that I feel that I can do better. I should have scored more goals in some games, and I did not handle some opportunities calmly enough."
Lucy laughed, "You average two goals per game and you are not calm enough? How many goals do you want to average per game?"
Zhang Kuang also laughed.
"I think it is possible to score three or four goals in every game." He said, "Scoring four goals in a game is my goal."
The four women looked at each other.
"Are you serious?" Camille asked.
"Of course." Zhang Kuang said, "That's the kind of person I am - never satisfied, always wanting more."
Marina brought the topic back on track.
"During your half-season at Auxerre, are there any moments that impressed you deeply?"
Zhang Kuang thought for a moment.
"A lot." He said, "The first time playing, the first goal, the first hat-trick, the first championship - these are all memorable moments. But if I had to choose one, I think it was the celebration on the night of winning the championship."
"Why?"
"Because that night, I saw how much people in this small town love football." Zhang Kuang said, "I have only seen the championship parade scene on TV before, but when you actually stand on that double-decker bus and see the streets filled with cheering fans, and see the heartfelt joy on the faces of the old people, children, young men and women - that feeling is something that no trophy can give."
"Zhang, during the six months you have been at France, in addition to your performance on the court, your life off the court has also been the focus of media attention." She glanced at the other three women, "Especially your private life. How do you handle so many... relationships at the same time?"
Zhang Kuang did not avoid it. "This question will be asked by almost all reporters who interview me. My answer is very simple. Be sincere. As long as you are sincere to them, they will treat you sincerely."
Camille raised his eyebrows. "Sincerity?"
"Yes." Zhang Kuang said, "Sincerity is a surefire way to treat others. Only when everyone sees each other's sincerity can they truly make friends."
"Is it possible that one party has deceived the other party with sincerity?"
Zhang Kuang spread his hands. "This kind of thing happens every day. Sometimes we have to learn a different mentality. We don't ask for eternity, but we want to have it once. Just treat the other person sincerely and have a clear conscience. As for bloody plots such as betrayal, accept it, stay away from him, and start a new life. That's it."
All four women smiled slightly.
"Ahem." Lucy cleared his throat, "Our next question."
"You asked." Zhang Kuang said.
"You can't participate in World Cup, how do you feel?"
Zhang Kuang's expression became more serious.
"It's a pity." He said, "Every player wants to play World Cup, and I am no exception. But there is no way. There are only 32 national teams in the world that can participate in World Cup, and there are more than a hundred national teams that have regrets.
It's like everyone doesn't want to be mediocre, poor, or at the bottom, but when you can't change, you can only accept it."
"Then have you ever thought about changing to a national team and entering World Cup to show yourself?"
"I have never considered this option. Our country does not recognize dual nationality. Therefore, if I represent another national team, I will have to give up my China nationality. This is an untouchable bottom line for me. I will not give up my China nationality."
"Well, you are a staunch patriot, and all patriots are worthy of respect. Zhang, World Cup will start in less than a month. As a player, what do you think of this World Cup?"
Zhang Kuang picked up the tea cup and took a sip.
"You want me to predict?"
"Yes." Marina said, "How do you predict the performance of the top ten teams in the world at World Cup."
Zhang Kuang put down the teacup and leaned forward slightly.
"Okay, let's talk about France National Team first." He looked at the four France women - Marina, Camille, and Lucy, all from France.
The eyes of the three people became focused.
"France National Team team will be eliminated." Zhang Kuang said.
"Ah, what did you say?"
"I said, France National Team will be eliminated in the group stage." Zhang Kuang repeated, his tone as calm as saying that the weather is good today.
"Impossible!" Camille's voice rose louder, "France National Team has Ribéry, there is Henry, there is Anelka, there is Malouda--how is it possible that the group has been eliminated?"
Zhang Kuang shook his head.
"France National Team's problem is not with the strength of the players, but with the locker room." He said, "You really don't know?" He raised his eyebrows, "Head coach Domenech simply can't suppress these players.
There are many factions in France National Team's locker room, and no one is convinced by anyone. Anelka and Henry don't deal with each other, and Ribéry and Malouda also have conflicts. A team like this can't go far."
"But it won't mean that the group will be eliminated, right?" Lucy said.
Zhang Kuang glanced at her.
"Do you want to bet?"
"What to bet on?"
"If the France National Team team is eliminated, I will invite the four of you to the Caribbean Sea for a vacation. If the France National Team team is eliminated... the four of you will invite me."
The four women exchanged glances.
"It's a gamble." Marina said.
"Okay, remember this agreement." Zhang Kuang smiled, "Then let's talk about other teams. Brazil - the favorite to win the championship, right?"
The four people nodded.
"Brazil can't win the championship." Zhang Kuang said, "Not only can't it be won this time, but it will be difficult for at least the next four times. This time it will reach the top eight at most."
"Why?" Gilia asked.
"The problem with Brazil football is that it has backward tactics and insufficient teamwork." Zhang Kuang said, "Their players have strong individual abilities and world-class personal skills, but their overall tactical quality cannot keep up with the strong Europe team.
Football is a sport for eleven people, not just one person. Brazil people rely too much on individual abilities and ignore teamwork."
"Where can Brazil go?"
"The top eight." Zhang Kuang said, "At most the top eight, you can't make it to the top four."
Marina was jotting down quickly on his notebook.
"Where is Italy?" she asked.
Zhang Kuang sighed.
"Italy is my favorite team. Their Catenaccio is really good and their tactical execution is top-notch in the world. Moreover, there are players I like in this Italy National Team - Cannavaro, Pirlo, Buffon, they are all legends."
He paused.
"But this Italy is too old."
"Old?"
"Yes." Zhang Kuang said, "The personnel structure is unbalanced. Cannavaro is thirty-seven years old, Zambrotta is thirty-three years old, Gattuso is thirty-two years old, and Pirlo is thirty-one years old - the core lineup is seriously aging. Moreover, the younger generation of Italy has not grown up yet, and there is no replacement."
"So?"
"So the high probability is the same as France - the group cannot qualify."
"The defending champion group was eliminated?" Camille shook his head, "This is crazy."
"It's not crazy." Zhang Kuang said, "France National Team in 2002 was the defending champion who was eliminated in the group. History will repeat itself."
"Where is England?" Gilia asked.
Zhang Kuang smiled.
"England?" he said, "This is China National Team from Europe."
"What do you mean?"
"It looks like it should be strong, but in fact it is not." Zhang Kuang said, "England's players are all top-notch players in the club, but when they come to the national team, they lose weight. Why?
Because the technical ability of England players is actually overestimated. They play in Premier League. Premier League has a fast pace and strong confrontation, but their tactical execution is not high. When they get to the national team, there is not enough running-in time and they cannot cooperate."
"So how far can England go?"
"The top 16, this should be their limit." Zhang Kuang said, "Even if they make it to the top eight, even if they collectively perform extremely well, they have a high chance of making it to the top 16."
"Where is Germany?"
Zhang Kuang's expression became more serious.
"Germany is a top four team." He said, "The German China national football team football heritage is there, the tactical execution is first-rate, the youth training system is mature, and the players have strong psychological quality. Whether they can make it to the finals depends on luck."
"Where is Spain?"
Zhang Kuang laughed, this time it was the kind of smile that said "I don't want to admit it but I have to admit it".
"Although I don't like Spain's passing tactics," he said, "But I have to admit that World Cup is very likely to win the championship this time."
"Why?"
"Because Spain's tactical system is the most advanced at the moment." Zhang Kuang said, "The midfield combination of Xavi, Iniesta, Busquets, plus Villa The forwards of and Torres, the defense of Puyol and Piqué - every line is world-class. Moreover, their passing and controlling style of play and their ability to control the rhythm of the game are unmatched by other teams."
"Which two teams will be in the final?"
Zhang Kuang thought for a while.
"Spain versus Netherlands." he said.
"Netherlands can enter the finals?"
"Yes." Zhang Kuang said, "Netherlands Team has a very strong lineup - Robben, Sneijder, Van Persie, Kuyt, Van der Vaart, Van Bommel - with top players in every position.
Moreover, Netherlands Team is very united this time, without the internal strife problems in the past. They can enter the finals, but there is a high chance that they will not win the championship."
"Because Spain is stronger?"
"Yes." Zhang Kuang said, "Netherlands's tactics are still a bit conservative. Facing Spain's passing and control, it is difficult for them to grab the ball."
"Where is Argentina?"
Zhang Kuang shook his head.
"Argentina has many players with strong individual abilities, and even world-class players - such as Messi, Higuaín, Agüero, Milito, Tevez. But Argentina has the same problem as Brazil: behind in tactics and loose team."
He paused.
"There is a bigger problem - the core leaders are too weak."
"Messi?"
"Yes." Zhang Kuang said, "Messi is the best player on the court, but he is not a leader. In Barcelona, he had Xavi, Iniesta, and Puyol to help him shoulder the leadership responsibility. When he arrived at Argentina, no one could help him. Maradona being a coach... is also a problem."
"So how far can Argentina go?"
"At most the top eight." Zhang Kuang said, "The top four are difficult."
Gilia asked, "Then South America no team can enter the semi-finals this time?"
"Yes." Zhang Kuang said, "Uruguay."
"Uruguay?"
"Yes." Zhang Kuang said, "Cavani, Forlán, Suárez - these three forwards are all leader-level players and have a strong sense of team. Uruguay's integrity is the best in the South America team. They should be able to enter the semi-finals."
He paused.
"If my guess is correct, the top four should be Spain, Netherlands, Germany, and Uruguay."
"No Brazil, no Argentina, no England, no Italy, no France?" Marina looked at his notebook, "Your prediction is too crazy."
"Crazy?" Zhang Kuang smiled, "Then we'll wait and see."
The four female reporters looked at each other and saw the same expression in each other's eyes - this China person was either a genius or a madman.
But whether he is a genius or a lunatic, this interview will surely arouse public opinion.
After the interview, Marina turned off the recorder and looked at Zhang Kuang.
"Zhang, are you sure you want us to send out what you just said?"
"OK." Zhang Kuang said.
"Do you know how many people this will offend?"
"I know." Zhang Kuang said, "But I am telling the truth. The truth is not afraid of offending people."
Camille sighed, "France The fans will kill you."
"No." Zhang Kuang smiled, "When what I said comes true, they will come and apologize to me."
"What if it doesn't work?"
"Impossible."
"Are you so confident?"
"It's not self-confidence." Zhang Kuang said, "It's scientific analysis. Everything is traceable."
He stood up and stretched.
"Okay, the interview is over, turn off the camera, turn off the recorder, it's time for us to take off."
"Is this your sincerity? King of Sincerity!"
"Yes, am I sincere enough? However, I don't like to hear the name King of Sincerity, because I don't deserve it. The real King of Sincerity should be orange."
"What, what? Ah..."