The quadrennial World Cup is a feast for real fans and fake fans all over the world. The Middle East is the most unstable region in the world today, and life is the most fragile in this land due to perennial war.

Since the start of the World Cup, with the exception of large-scale fighting by terrorist groups before Tang Jue punched a British journalist and FIFA's punishment did not come down, there have been fewer gunfire here than before.

On July 9, a number of terrorist groups announced that they would cease fire for a week in order to better watch the World Cup final.

On 10 July, the European and American coalition forces immediately responded: We agree!

When the news came, the world shook and the fans raised their heads proudly, this is the charm of football, it transcends national borders, transcends nations, and can make the two sides of hatred temporarily give up attacking each other.

Blatter said in an interview with reporters: "This is the charm of football, football can eliminate war!" ”

Al Jazeera commented: "Football has brought peace to the Middle East and the warring sides opted for a ceasefire in order to watch the World Cup final in Tang. People in the Middle East can finally watch the World Cup without the sound of gunfire. ”

The Associated Press said: Allegedly, the UN intends to make Don an "ambassador of peace"!

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The final took place in Johannesburg, where the French team arrived two days early. At 4 p.m. on the 11th of last month, the opening match was played in the city, and from that day on, the World Cup in South Africa kicked off.

A month has passed, and 32 teams have gone through the group stage and the knockout round, leaving only Spain and France. These two teams are going to fight for the final championship.

The city is both the start and the end of the World Cup in South Africa.

Johannesburg is the largest city in the Republic of South Africa. It is located in the upper highlands of the Vaal River in the northeast, with an altitude of 1,754 meters above sea level. With a population of nearly 2 million, it was founded in 1886 as a prospecting station and developed into a city with the discovery and mining of gold.

Johannesburg is located in the heart of the world's largest gold mining region and South Africa's economic hub. There are more than 60 gold mines in the nearby 240 kilometre area, as well as a number of industrial and mining cities, which together account for about half of South Africa's total industrial output.

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With a 3-0 win over the mighty Netherlands, morale in France was at an all-time high, and they were not affected by the outside world.

Thuram is all too familiar with the atmosphere, and this is his third World Cup final.

Twelve years ago. Thuram is in its prime. Semi-final against Croatia. At the beginning of the second half, Suke, who was in his prime, was the first to break the deadlock. France right-back Thuram knows he bears some responsibility for the goal conceded.

A minute later, Thuram, who was a right-back, made a long run to the edge of the opposition box. His aggressive scramble guide zhì opposing defender made mistakes. Teammate Novak Djokaeff broke the ball and passed into the box. Thuram followed up with a tackle to score. The score was tied at 1:1.

Twenty-two minutes later, Thuram had another chance in a dubbling of his own in front. He swooped a left-footed shot in front of the opposition penalty area and the ball flew into the corner. Thuram's two goals at a crucial moment. Helped the French team reverse their opponents 2:1 and advance to the final.

It was Thuram's shining moment at the World Cup and his only two goals at the World Cup. In the final, with Zidane's flash, the French team made history and won the championship for the first time in the World Cup final.

The defending champions returned home after the group stage in '02, and it was a painful time. In 06, the French team made a comeback, and under the stunning tables of Zidane and Tang, the French team had the last laugh and won the Hercules Cup for the second time in history.

This year, the French team once again participated in the World Cup as the defending champions, and before the game, Tang Jue fell into the whirlpool of public opinion, and many people thought that the pain of 02 would be repeated. However, Tang Jue relied on his strong psychological element and scored one goal after another to lead the French team to the final.

With four World Cup experiences and three finals, Thuram has stood at the highest peak of history, comparable to Pele. If France can successfully defend their title, he will be able to catch up with Pele in the number of World Cup trips!

In addition to the World Cup, Thuram won two European Championships with the French team. In other words, Thuram, the patriarch of the Four Dynasties, witnessed the rise and fall of the French team, and he participated in all the important matches of the French team. Such a person is a representative of an era.

The World Cup has another important meaning for Thuram, who is about to retire and the World Cup final will be his last game before retiring.

After arriving in Johannesburg, Thuram had a lot more to say than usual. It's like an old man in the twilight of his life, telling the team's young players about their experiences in the past World Finals.

"The '98 final, our first World Cup, was a lot of nervousness because none of us had that experience. Platini came to the dressing room before the game to encourage us. He said, 'The unfinished glory of our generation has fallen on your shoulders!' ’”

"'I apologize for that. At the same time, it also shows that you are doing better than us. Drop your baggage, you'll do it! ’。 ”

"Listening to him, our morale was high and we encouraged each other. Zinedine Zidane shines in the final and we lift the Hercules Cup! ”

Endless remembrance appeared in Thuram's eyes, and Benzema's eyes immediately stared, looking at the tall figure beside him with adoration.

"In 06, Tang was born. This guy who has not gone through the academy is shocking, and he stepped forward at the critical moment of the final, and with a volley, he killed Italy! ”

The temperature of the air in the room began to rise, but no one spoke, and everyone's heartbeat began to beat faster. It was a blood-pumping image, a World Cup classic.

Thuram turned to look at Benzema and asked, "I remember you training with the Lyon junior team, how was he at that level?" ”

Benzema was stunned, not expecting Thuram to care about going to this at such a time.

"We are teammates in the Lyon junior team and we have always had a good relationship." Benzema thought for a while and said: "We are both strikers, but that guy has been holding me down......"

"Hahaha......!" Thuram burst out laughing.

"That's logical, otherwise a guy who hasn't been through the academy. How can it be so wicked. Saña said with a smile.

Sagna is a France international of Senegalese descent who currently plays for Arsenal in the Premier League. This is a late blooming defender, who only entered the French team in '07 and was once named in the Ligue 1 team.

At this moment, the door to the room opened, and black hair appeared in everyone's eyes. A delicate appearance with a confident smile on her face. As soon as he entered the door, he unceremoniously found a place to sit down, looked at Sania and asked, "Who is the demon?" We're going to get him! ”

Everyone's expressions began to brighten, and Sania and Benzema glanced at each other. Then the two nodded and said, "Okay!" We're going to get him! ”

Subsequently. The two of them walked to Tang Jue's side with their teeth and claws. France's number one star looked at the two and blinked and asked, "Am I that demon?" ”

The two didn't speak, and pounced directly......

After some frolicking, the three of them sat down again, and it didn't take long. Ribery, Henry, and others also came. The room seemed to be smaller all of a sudden.

Everyone understood that this was going to be the final. Thierry Henry, like Thuram, is a veteran of the French team's four dynasties. It was also his last World Cup. Everyone hopes that they will win the Hercules Cup in the last game of the World Cup, and many people have not fulfilled their wishes.

Only a pitiful lucky one got his wish fulfilled. Four years ago. Zidane almost regretted it for life.

Henry spoke first: "Tonight is the final!" ”

He looked around and continued: "Many of us are no strangers to finals, but every final is a new challenge that we have to take seriously. Spain is not the Netherlands, they are stronger! ”

His words shifted: "Of course, we are also powerful. ”

Everyone breathed a sigh of relief, Henry's first two sentences were too harsh, making the air tense. Yes, the French team is also strong, otherwise how could they reach the final.

Henry looked at Tang Jue and said, "Boy, tonight is the last World Cup final for our old guys, you should always say something." ”

That's right, in addition to him, Thuram and Makelele will definitely leave the French team after the World Cup, and in addition, people like Gallas, Abidal, Malouda and others may not be able to participate in the next World Cup.

Henry's words filled the air with the atmosphere of parting, the iron-clad camp, the flowing soldiers......

In addition, this is somewhat reasonable, as if Tang Jue is a creditor, and he is a creditor. Makelle shook his head, why bother......

The expression on Ribery's face was similar to that of Henry, and it was a matter of course. Benzema looked at Tang Jue a little nervously, this atmosphere is not right, Tang ...... You must control your own feelings......

As a creditor, Tang Jue understood what Henry meant by this, and what he felt more deeply in his heart was a strong smell of parting, as for Benzema's worry, it was too much to worry about.

Thuram smiled and said, "Henry, you should be satisfied. You look around us, no one is luckier than us, who has been in the finals three times? ”

He turned his head and patted Tang Jue's shoulder and said, "Don't listen to that guy Henry, he's just ......"

All good things come to an end. Tang Jue shook his head with a smile, leaving the trace of uncomfortable feeling in his heart behind. He interrupted Thuram and said, "I know he's putting pressure on me. ”

The corners of France's number one star turned up slightly, and he said with a smile: "I'm not a rookie, I like pressure and challenges. Didn't they say that forty-eight years have passed, and no one has been able to successfully defend the title. ”

"Didn't they say that I and Maradona had the same fate."

"Didn't they say that Paul the Octopus's prediction was 100 percent?"

"One of my least favorite words to hear is 'fate.'" This is an excuse given to by the loser, and the strong never believe in fate! ”

"If there really is fate, I will go and break it!"

The temperature in the room began to rise, and Ribery and Henry glanced at each other, as if the conspiracy had succeeded. Thuram and Makelele looked at each other and smiled. Benzema's face began to turn red, and his heart began to beat faster, this is really too domineering!

Ribery smiled and said, "Good! Very good! Brothers, let's discuss the specific countermeasures! ”

If it is placed on other teams, this is undoubtedly an act of rebellion, and the players discuss tactics? So where is the manager going to put it?

But this is not surprising in the French team, after the players discussed the tactics, Tang Jue collected the opinions of the players and told Sù Domenech. The French coach worked out the tactics based on the opinions of the players, plus his own opinions.

This is one of the great features of the French team, and of course it has something to do with Domenech's big heart.

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At this time, the Spanish stars are also discussing countermeasures, and they are more discussing tactical details. Defending Tang is the most discussed issue for them, and the most vocal is of course the Barcelona stars, who have suffered too much from him.

To put it simply, Tang Jue is the bitter master of the stars of Barcelona.

Pique's opinion was on foul play: "You can't let that guy get to the penalty area at an accelerated pace, or you're in trouble." Fouls are going to be committed near the hinterland. ”

He wants the midfielders to fix the problem early rather than leaving it to their backline. Tang Jue has left too many shadows in his heart, and he is even a little afraid of one-on-one with the number one star of France.

Puyol didn't speak, Alonso didn't quite agree with Pique's opinion, we midfielders have solved all the problems, what do you defenders do?

What's more, in addition to defense, the midfielder also has to organize the attack.

'It's not good for us to have more fouls and Don has a free-kick.

As a teammate of Real Madrid, Alonso knows Tang Jue quite well, and he does not agree with foul tactics. In addition to Tang Jue's free kick is a sharp sword hanging over Spain's head, the foul tactic, which clearly shows that there is no confidence in their own defense, where is our pride?

Alonso didn't know very well the plight of Pique and others, or he didn't experience the discomfort in Pique's heart, and he didn't know that Tang Jue was a nightmare in Pique's heart. (To be continued......)