Super Marshal

"Tear-jerker Calderon, this is my home."

"He taught me how to grow, how to endure, how to live, how to face difficulties..."

"Whether rich or poor, we will always be number one."

"Long live, Atletico Madrid!"

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In the team song written by the famous Spanish singer Joaquin Sabinha specially for Atletico Madrid's centenary birthday, the Atletico Madrid fans all over the city started their centenary* celebration early on Saturday morning.

After surviving the nightmare of the dark trough and the temper of relegation, Atletico Madrid fans have already shown their loyalty to the world. They are the most loyal fans in Spain and even in Europe.

At twelve o'clock noon, the Poseidon Square in the city center was crowded with people, and the celebration parade started here.

Without the high profile and extravagance of Real Madrid, without the glory of superstars, without the congratulations of political and business celebrities, Atletico Madrid's centennial celebration adheres to the common people and pragmatism that the team has always been.

But that's not to say that clubs and fans aren't paying attention.

On the contrary, everyone showed their sincerity and celebrated the team's centenary birthday.

A 1,500-meter-long and 8.5-meter-wide team flag, which can be called the largest team flag in the world ever, was drawn slowly along the north-south main road in Madrid at the Poseidon Square at twelve o'clock noon. open.

The total area is as high as 12,750 square meters, which is 750 square meters larger than the banner of the Argentine River Plate team back then, setting a new Guinness World Record.

What's more, this flag was hand-sewn by all Atlético Madrid fans with their own money and spent several months, without even asking for the slightest help from the club.

More than 30,000 fans carried this flag, from Poseidon Square to Carlos V Square, then to Pyramid Square, and finally arrived at the Calderon Stadium.

They wore neat Atletico Madrid jerseys and dyed every street they passed red and white. Regardless of men, women, young or old, they sang and danced and sang Atletico Madrid's team anthem, attracting more and more fans to gather along the way.

Outside the gate of the Calderon Stadium, a temporary cauldron was set up, and the chefs and fans have been busy here since early in the morning.

They are preparing a huge Spanish paella, which is typical of Madrid, and will feed nearly 10,000 people.

This once again set a new Guinness World Record.

And when the parade detoured most of the city of Madrid and finally arrived at the Calderon Stadium, there was no chaos in the whole process, and everything was carried out in an orderly manner, which reflected the quality of Atlético Madrid fans.

Yes, Atletico Madrid fans are mostly civilians and middle-class, not as noble as Real Madrid fans, but when it comes to their feelings for the club, the Sheets are no less.

There is not enough funds, and they have not been able to bombard and advertise on major TV stations for a long time like Real Madrid. Atletico Madrid can only broadcast an advertisement on a small local TV station in Madrid on the day of its centenary birthday. piece.

There are no political and business celebrities, let alone the president of the United States, and even the important government officials in Spain, no one came to the centennial celebration of Atletico Madrid, but Atletico Madrid fans did not feel inferior because of this.

"Our feelings for the club don't need these things!"

"Even the dog in my family, like me, is only loyal to Atletico Madrid in this life!"

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Standing on the second floor of the Calderon Stadium, Gao Han looked at the crowds of people celebrating outside, and his mood was easily infected by the fans. He became excited and couldn't calm down for a long time.

"What a group of hardworking, poor and respectable fans!"

Old Hill's voice sounded beside Gao Han, and he stood beside Gao Han with the support of Little Hill and Cerezo.

"You know what? I'm afraid all the time, I don't want to let them down, but if it wasn't for you, I'm afraid..."

At the end, Old Hill's voice was a little choked up.

I don't know if it's because people are getting old, their health is getting worse, and old Hill is getting more and more emotional.

But he soon became strong again and let out a heavy breath.

"I hope that from today onwards, everyone in Atletico Madrid can forget me, everyone, because no one can represent Atletico Madrid, not me, nor the players, only the team..."

Gao Han turned his head and looked at Old Hill with some surprise.

He knew that after today, Old Hill would completely withdraw from the management and hand over the management of the team to Little Hill and Cerezo.

After two years of testing, the two have won the recognition and affirmation of Old Hill.

More importantly, they have found a development path that belongs to Atletico Madrid.

The old Hill is right. Since he took over the team in the 1980s, the Hill family has become the symbol of Atletico Madrid. When everyone mentions the Sheets, they will immediately think of the old Hill and the Hill family.

It's like when you mention Inter Milan, you can't help but think of Moratti.

But this is unhealthy, Atletico Madrid's relegation is the best proof!

Therefore, Hill and Cerezo resolutely de-labeled and downplayed the influence of the Hill family on the club.

From now on, the symbol of Atletico Madrid will not be the Hill family, not any player, let alone the head coach Gao Han, but only the team itself!

Gao Han knew in his heart that this was the best for Atletico Madrid, but he was somewhat lost in his heart.

But he is also a person who has been honed in European football for two or three years, and he quickly calmed down.

"Don't worry, as long as I'm here, I will do my best to defend the spirit and dignity of Atletico Madrid. I will not let anyone or any team destroy today's great festival, I promise!"

Gao Han's promise made the Hill father and son and Cerezo very satisfied and believed.

Because in the past two years or so, all of Gao Han's promises have finally become reality!

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As the saying goes, there are unpredictable things in the sky.

As night fell, there was a drizzle of drizzle in the sky.

But the atmosphere in the Calderon Stadium was not affected at all, and all the fans of the Sheets Legion were as enthusiastic as ever.

Especially when the La Liga championship trophy was sent to the Calderon Stadium, the atmosphere was even more intense to the extreme.

This is the practice of La Liga.

As long as Atletico Madrid can beat Real Madrid in this game tonight, they will be able to win the championship trophy again at their home court.

But if you lose, then the awards ceremony will be postponed to the next home court.

For all the fans of the Sheets Legion who came to the scene, of course they hope to witness the team winning the cup. They even planned a fireworks show to celebrate the team's championship.

"It's Florentino."

Gao Han looked in the direction Emery's right hand pointed, and he saw Florentino and Real Madrid's management coming to the Calderon Stadium in person. The Hill father and son, Cerezo and others were welcoming him. Get up and talk happily.

This made Gao Han feel a little weird. Everyone knew that Old Hill hated Real Madrid the most.

Florentino came in person, and this should be regarded as the most important guest in this derby match, because he is not only the chairman of Real Madrid, but also the president of the largest construction group in Spain and Europe.

In addition to the chairman of Real Madrid, the chairman of Vallecano and Getafe also appeared on the VIP table.

As the same Madrid team, they also congratulated Atletico Madrid on its centenary birthday.

Although the atmosphere in the chairman's VIP box seemed to be harmonious, the atmosphere in the stadium was becoming more and more tense.

Especially when the drizzle stopped, the two teams finished their pre-match warm-ups and returned to their locker rooms, there was a chilling atmosphere over the Calderon Stadium.

The decisive battle is about to begin!

Although Atletico Madrid has won nine games in a row against Real Madrid in the past two years, Real Madrid has also won all the past few months and performed quite well.

More importantly, this game is of great significance to Atletico Madrid.

Last season, on Real Madrid's 100th birthday, it was completely defeated by Atletico Madrid at home. The important reason was that the players were under too much pressure. Now, why is Atletico Madrid not like this?

Moreover, after this game is over, there will be two Champions League semi-finals immediately. If they lose, then...

All the fans began to become uneasy.

Feeling the atmosphere in the venue, the guests in the chairman's VIP seat also became nervous.

"Florentino, how are you getting ready?"

Florentino, who was talking to Butragueno next to him, turned his head, saw Getafe's chairman, and immediately nodded and smiled politely.

"Although I don't want to spoil the atmosphere of the celebration, we will not be a foil. All of us hope to continue the unbeaten record of the team over the past few months, which is very important to us."

This answer is very decent, and has been affirmed by many people.

"However, Florentino, Gao Han dared to announce the starting list in advance. He must be full of confidence. Have you drawn up any countermeasures?" asked Vallecano chairman Teresa next to him.

Florentino still maintained his usual gentle smile, nodded and said: "We will continue to stick to our style of play, and we all believe that Ronaldo will be able to break their goal."

The surrounding people once again affirmed.

Ronaldo has been in very good scoring form recently, not only filling the vacancy of center Morientes, but also further enhancing Real Madrid's striker threat, partnering with Raul, Zidane and Figo, also makes Real Madrid's offensive combination It can be called a luxury and arrogance in the world.

Such a combination of superstars, as long as they show their strength, can definitely break the goal of any team in the world.

Including Atletico Madrid!

Many guests around are footballers or media practitioners in the surrounding areas of Madrid. From Florentino's words, they can hear Real Madrid's confidence. Released harsh words, can not beat Atletico Madrid, Bosque and Hierro have to leave.

With the weight and influence of the two in the locker room, are you afraid that Real Madrid will not do their best?

Thinking of this, many people shook their heads and sighed again.

After all, Gao Han is young. Isn't it a joke to announce the starting list in advance for such an important game?

Letting Real Madrid formulate a response strategy in advance is definitely courting death.

Is he playing with fire and setting himself on fire?

Or are you setting off smoke bombs and suddenly changing the starting lineup before the game?