Because the main usage scenario for the “Stepping Ball Technique” is holding onto the ball while fending off a defender.
With Modric’s small frame, who can he fend off?
But He Tianqi reacted immediately.
With Modric’s small frame, who does he play against that he isn’t fending off?
When anyone just leans on him, it’s a brutal impact.
He had already practiced a superb ball control technique in this “man-filled” environment.
It was just that because of his physical disadvantage, he was mostly in a state of struggle, so his ball control didn’t look outstanding.
Once his core strength improved, his ball control technique would have a qualitative change.
Hmm, this should be noted down; give Modric some strength training in the future.
Ultimately, He Tianqi gave the “Stepping Ball Technique” to Filippo.
This would allow him to handle the ball better when fighting with opponents in the penalty area.
It would help with subsequent shots or passes.
As for Quagliarella?
Please, he is not a physical striker; this skill is of no use to him.
…
Palermo training ground.
Modric was a bit distressed after training.
“What’s wrong?” He Tianqi roughly guessed what happened.
“Scolded by teammates again?”
“I can’t really say scolded,” Modric said helplessly.
“My passes are always sudden, without much warning, and without giving others much time to think.”
“Teammates often can’t catch them and complain about me.”
“This has led to a lot of wasted opportunities.”
“But…” Modric looked up at He Tianqi.
“But I know, this is the reason you put me on the field!”
“This is how I am different from other midfielders.”
“I can grasp those very hidden opportunities.”
“So even if this passing style results in many errors, I can’t change it.
If I win the understanding of my teammates, I will lose the favor of the coach!”
He Tianqi was a bit surprised.
He didn’t expect Modric to be so transparent at just seventeen.
Indeed, no top midfielder’s brain is not smart.
(Pogba: ???)
“Do you know the best way to stop others from venting their anger on you?” He Tianqi patted Modric’s shoulder.
“It’s to vent your anger on them first.”
Modric wasn’t stupid and quickly understood the logic: “But what should I do?
I can’t just blame my teammates for no reason…
again and again.” This would probably annoy everyone.
He Tianqi shrugged and spread his hands.
Modric was stunned, thinking he had said something wrong.
Why did the boss suddenly get angry?
He Tianqi demonstrated repeatedly: “Remember this movement!”
“A little shrug of the hands, Bruno Fernan.” “Another shrug, I’m very dissatisfied.” “Three shrugs, it’s you who are too slow.” “Four shrugs, it’s all the referee’s fault.” “Five shrugs, I’m also in a difficult position.” “Six shrugs, baby is very annoyed.” “Seven shrugs, why even play at all.”
“Wait, these seven moves should be enough for you.
Go back and practice them well.”
“Note the expression: that kind of regret, that kind of annoyance, that kind of impatience—it must be in place!”
Modric: “Who is this Bruno Fernan?”
He Tianqi: “A man of empty fame, not worth mentioning!
Practice well, you will surely achieve great things in the future!”
Modric nodded heavily, like receiving a treasure.
This is a divine skill!
The boss is too strong!
Is he a PhD in psychology?
These “Seven Shrugs” practically bring blaming teammates to life.
Just ask which teammate wouldn’t feel guilty after being shrugged at like that?
Modric went home and practiced repeatedly in front of the mirror, unable to hide his excitement.
Tremble, Palermo!
Shudder, Italy!
This will be the first step for the great “Knight of the Apocalypse, Modric” to conquer you!
Yes!
Knights of the Apocalypse!
Because since He Tianqi took office, the unconventional use of Modric, Quagliarella, Ashley Young, and Chiellini led people to believe there were unknown relationships between them.
So people began to call them the “Four Knights of the Apocalypse.” They were like He Tianqi’s will on the pitch.
This was an evaluation from the British The Sun.
Their original words were: “Ashley Young is the White Knight under He Tianqi, representing Pestilence.
Because he is like a plague; whichever wing he goes to, that wing collapses.”
“Modric is the Black Knight, representing Famine.
Coming from war-torn Croatia, he is thin and bony, likely to fall in a breeze, looking as if he has never eaten his fill.”
“Chiellini is the Red Knight, representing War.
His hot head and fiery temper are why we’ve always believed he can’t play defensive midfield.
He chose the wrong profession; he should have appeared in a gladiator arena.”
“Quagliarella is the Pale Knight, representing Death.
When he comes on, the team is usually trailing and struggling.
However, in recent matches, his last-minute goals have brought death to opponents too.
In any case, this fits his identity very well!”
The “Four Knights of the Apocalypse” has already gone viral in the European football circle, becoming a popular meme.
…
December 15th, Palermo played Turris at home.
With three games in eight days, they unexpectedly won three consecutive matches.
The big striker Filippo scored the only goal of the match in the first half.
After the match, He Tianqi high-profile stated: “I heard some people call my players the Knights of the Apocalypse?
This is very interesting; it will inspire them and make them do better on the pitch.”
“But you shouldn’t forget me?”
“What kind of name will you give me?
The Pope who subdued the Knights of the Apocalypse?
Or the Jesus who saved Palermo?
Or the God of this green pitch?”
“Of course, things like the husband of the goddess of luck, I can also accept.”
The reporters on the scene all showed anger.
Pope, Jesus, God, the goddess of luck—these were all things they believed in.
When He Tianqi said this, he was actually striking back, expressing his dissatisfaction with the fans giving his players random nicknames.
Especially Modric’s title of the Black Knight representing Famine, which was a great insult to all Croatians and even all who had lived in war.
A reporter asked: “So are you provoking the fans?”
He Tianqi shook his head: “Those who support us are our fans.
Those who attack us are our enemies!”
“I will not allow anyone to attack my players, whether they are native Italian players or from France, England, Croatia, Serbia, and Montenegro.”
“Especially those sensitive, hurtful words that easily turn into discrimination.
As a person of Chinese descent, I have deep feelings about this and will resolutely fight against it!”
The word “discrimination” scared off the reporters; no one said anything else.
These specific terms hold a special status in Europe and America; everyone tramples on them in private, but no one dares to say anything bad in public.
However, if they couldn’t strike back on the scene, that didn’t mean they couldn’t strike back once they went home.
The arrogant He Tianqi was soon attacked by major European newspapers.
Bild: “The Pope of Palermo?
The God of Sicily?
He Tianqi, with three consecutive wins, is incredibly arrogant!”
Diario AS: “Several churches complained about He Tianqi, believing he desecrated the goddess of luck!
Demanding he apologize publicly!”
The Times: “Speaking out for players, provoking Italian fans!
Once He Tianqi loses, he will taste the bitter fruit of conceit!”
Sky Sports: “Ignorant freak!
A Serie C head coach calls himself the God of the pitch; he probably thinks he’s coaching in Serie A!”
(END CHAPTER)
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