King Of World Football

Chapter 591: The People Advancing with Determination

The defeat in the Champions League group stage did not affect the mood of the Real Madrid players too much. They quickly adjusted their state and returned to Madrid to actively prepare for the new league matches.

During this period, the Real Madrid youth training camp welcomed a group of young visitors, aged around eleven or twelve. They were selected from around the world to join the football school established by the club, all of them promising talents.

"Wang, sorry to disturb your training, but there's a young fan who wants to meet you. We hope to fulfill his wish," said the head of the football school, Hals.

The Chinese superstar gladly went over, and in the training camp, he met this special guest, Monica from Brazil. Despite having some deformity in his steps, upon seeing his idol, he ran over excitedly and eagerly wanted to hug Wang Feng.

Hals explained softly on the side, "Monica was born with a leg condition and has lived in darkness since he can remember, until he saw your football."

"It was you who gave him strength, enabling him to overcome his injuries and start practicing football, until now, fully meeting our school's admission requirements."

Wang Feng respectfully nodded his head, noticing the thick calluses on Monica's feet. How much pain had this child endured to continue training until today?

His gaze gradually softened, and the Chinese superstar fulfilled the young fan's wish for a photo and autograph. Encouraged by him, Monica even demonstrated his juggling skills, astonishing everyone present with his superb abilities.

In the subsequent group matches, the Brazilian boy showcased excellent technical abilities. His running, passing, and receiving showed no flaws, actively cooperating with teammates and even executing consecutive dribbles and difficult moves, with his powerful shots posing a threat.

"This is truly a miracle of football," exclaimed Hals. "His presence once again proves that football knows no boundaries, the key is whether you are willing to work hard."

Wang Feng nodded in agreement, feeling suddenly inspired. He decided to personally join in the training with everyone, eliciting cheers from the young visitors.

When Monica faced his idol with the ball, he even attempted some feints, and the Chinese superstar let him off easily, amusing everyone and filling the training ground with joy.

Many years later, these children still vividly remembered this day when they played and laughed with the football giant revered worldwide, giving them the strength to move forward.

But it wasn't just Monica who advanced with determination; Malaga was also fighting fiercely. Before the start of the new season, the Middle Eastern owner withdrew investment and put the club up for sale at half price, causing anxiety among the club's staff.

Not to mention being warned by UEFA and having their prize money temporarily withheld, losing absolute core players like Cazorla, Van Nistelrooy, and Mathijsen, with even head coach Pellegrini considering leaving.

No one expected this almost disbanded team to erupt with such strong energy. Juanmi, who held the fort, became a pillar of strength, while Isco, dubbed the "new Fabregas" and a Spanish U21 international, perfectly filled Cazorla's vacancy.

Together, they ensured Malaga's early-season victories in both the league and the Champions League. Apart from losing to Falcao's Atletico Madrid, the team remained unbeaten in 11 games in both major competitions.

Especially notable were their two 3-0 victories against Zenit St. Petersburg and Anderlecht and a 1-0 win over AC Milan, securing the top spot in the Champions League group stage with a perfect record, stunning many.

Currently, in the La Liga standings, Atletico Madrid topped with 7 wins and 1 draw, accumulating 22 points. Following closely behind were Barcelona with 7 wins and 1 loss, totaling 21 points, and Real Madrid in third with 6 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss, earning 19 points. Malaga, with 5 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss, stood in fourth place with 17 points, still ensuring their spot in the Champions League qualification.

The 20-year-old Isco became another extremely hot star in La Liga, following Wang Feng, Messi, and Falcao, and what's more, he was a Malaga native.

Coming through the ranks of Valencia's youth academy, he was not given much attention by the Valencia team. Early last season, Malaga brought him back to his hometown for �6 million, and now his value has soared to over �20 million, making him a strong contender for this year's European Golden Boy award.

From attacking midfielder to forward and then to left winger, the Spanish youngster excelled in all positions, with his passing, assisting, and shooting statistics ranking among the top in La Liga.

Isco's outstanding performances were not only noticed at the club level but also in the national U21 team, helping the Spanish U21s qualify for next year's European U21 Championship in Israel, becoming the brightest local hope for the future.

Currently, many top clubs have expressed strong interest in him, including Real Madrid, both Manchester clubs, Juventus, AC Milan, Arsenal, and Tottenham, with Manchester City being particularly enthusiastic. They are likely to pay his �21 million release clause in the winter transfer window.

On October 28th, in the 9th round of La Liga, Barcelona challenged Real Valladolid away. In this match, Messi scored twice to help the team win 5-0.

With this, the Argentine star's career goals reached 301, and with 182 goals, he equaled the former Sevilla and Atletico Madrid player, Asuero, entering the top ten in La Liga's all-time goal scorers list.

Catalan media celebrated this achievement, but Madrid-based media, led by Marca, dismissed it, "Before joining Real Madrid, Wang Feng scored 327 goals in Serie A, taking only five seasons. We don't know what they're so happy about."

"And the Chinese superstar's total goals in La Liga have already reached 324, surpassing the legendary striker Sara's 251, ranking first in the historical goal scorers list."

"What's even more terrifying is that Wang Feng's total career goals have reached 969 (including league, cup, Champions League, and national team in all official matches), a number that perhaps even Argentinean Messi will find hard to reach in his lifetime!"

"To compare Messi with Wang Feng is not quite fair," said Pele. "Wang is a unique presence, superior to all players, and Messi is the best player beneath him."

The next day, Real Madrid hosted Mallorca at home. The match progressed very smoothly, with the home team quickly taking control of the game.

In the 11th minute, Wang Feng sent a diagonal pass from the front court, Anderson failed to intercept, and Iguain shot from 10 meters behind, opening the scoring.

Just seven minutes later, the Galacticos extended their lead, Wang Feng, Modric, and Morata passed consecutively to tear apart the Mallorca defense. The Chinese superstar crossed to the penalty area, where Aveloa headed in.

With only 6 minutes left in the first half, Carlejon's cross from the left was met by Modric's side-footed shot at the near post, once again breaking the opponent's goal, 3-0, Real Madrid locked in the victory completely!

After the team comfortably secured the win, the Chinese superstar consciously moved forward to create few more attacking opportunities.

In the 48th minute, Morata passed back in the penalty area, Wang Feng's low shot from the top of the arc found the net.

Ten minutes later, Marcelo's rapid advance down the flank caused chaos in the Mallorca penalty area. Gromel got the first touch and cleared it out of the penalty area, where the lurking Chinese superstar decisively rushed in.

He met the ball directly with a volley as it fell, the ball streaked across the sky like a meteor, and then smashed into the top right corner of the goal, an otherworldly strike!

After this goal, head coach Ancelotti quickly substituted Wang Feng and other key players. The final score remained 5-0, with the Chinese superstar scoring 2 goals and providing 2 assists!