Recently, foreign media reported a shocking news: as many as 100 medals were returned by athletes during the 2024 Paris Olympics. These medals, which should have been symbols of the hard work and heroic efforts of the athletes on the field, are now controversial due to quality issues. This incident has quickly attracted widespread attention and heated discussion around the world, not only casting a shadow over the image of the Paris Olympics but also raising deep doubts about the production and quality of the medals. During the Olympics, some athletes complained about the quality of the medals on social media. French swimmers Clementine Seguin and John N'Doye-Brouard posted photos of their bronze medals after winning, joking about their severe oxidation. The medals in the photos were covered with mottled rust marks, as if they had been washed by the vicissitudes of time, forming a stark contrast with the Olympics that had just ended not long ago. Clementine Seguin even described the medal as being like "crocodile skin," rough and dull, lacking the solemnity and holiness that an Olympic medal should have. As time went on, more and more athletes found similar problems with their medals. American skateboarder Nyjah Huston posted on social media less than 10 days after the Paris Olympics ended, complaining that his bronze medal was already rusted. He helplessly expressed that the medal looked like a veteran who had gone through countless battles and had lost its former glory. Nyjah Huston's complaint quickly resonated with netizens, who all expressed disappointment and dissatisfaction with the quality of…

Compared to previous seasons, La Liga giants Real Madrid's performance this season is clearly not up to par, falling far short of the expectations of Real Madrid fans. In particular, this La Liga giant has recently suffered consecutive defeats, being thrashed by their arch-rival Barcelona in the national derby, and even a once-declining Serie A team can ride roughshod over them. After Real Madrid's loss to Milan in the Champions League, Kylian Mbappe inadvertently became the target of criticism, with various accusations, doubts, speculations, and rumors. First, it was reported that Mbappe dislikes Ancelotti's tactics and only wants to be the core player. Then, there were reports that Mbappe has mental issues, leading some fans who dislike Real Madrid to openly mock, asking if Real Madrid is foolish for spending so much money on a "psychopath." The question arises: With the star-studded lineup of La Liga giants, Mbappe is not the only player worth hundreds of millions. Since Mbappe is currently not considered a core figure at Real Madrid, in other words, Ancelotti has not formulated any tactics centered around Mbappe. So why do people blame Real Madrid's slump solely on Mbappe? I believe there are two reasons: firstly, Mbappe's arrival was hard-won, and secondly, too many people have overestimated Mbappe's abilities. First, let's talk about how hard-won Mbappe is. Any fan of Real Madrid knows that the Spanish giants went to great lengths to bring Mbappe into their ranks. Back in the day, even acquiring Cristiano Ronaldo did not require such effort. Despite Mbappe just becoming a knight in…

In today's football world, top-class center forwards have always been a rare commodity. Those who exist are often the main strikers in the top five leagues and rarely leave their teams under normal circumstances. As a result, top-class center forwards in the transfer market are almost non-existent. However, Zhekerai Shi, the forward from Sporting Portugal of the Portuguese Super League, is a sought-after striker. As the highest-valued player in the Portuguese Super League, his desire to play in one of the top five leagues is well-known. The management of his parent club also knows that they cannot keep their star player, so they treat any interested big-name clubs equally, hoping for a bidding war that would bring them a substantial profit. Multiple media outlets have reported that Manchester United manager Amorim wants to bring his protégé Zhekerai Shi to Old Trafford to solve the team's weak front line. However, Manchester United is still observing the situation, with little actual action despite much noise. Recently, Bayern Munich from the Bundesliga and Barcelona from La Liga have joined the race aggressively. Although Bayern has the powerful Kane and Barcelona boasts the rejuvenated Lewandowski, both are over 30 years old. No one knows how long they can maintain their current form. Therefore, signing Zhekerai Shi now to prepare for the future is a wise move. Moreover, Sporting Portugal's asking price is not too high, around 80 million euros. In today's football market where player prices are often inflated, bringing him to the team at such a price seems like a good deal. Last…

The Arsenal team, a Premier League powerhouse, has had an inconsistent performance this season, particularly lacking creativity in their offensive play. After Saka's injury, Jesus, who had just entered his prime form, suffered a severe cruciate ligament injury. Consequently, Arsenal must introduce a forward if they wish to maintain their competitiveness in the second half of the season. According to the famous football media outlet "Goal," Arsenal has made an offer to Juventus, hoping to lease Serbian striker Vlahovic for half a season during the winter window. However, the lease contract does not include a buyout clause. Juventus prefers a one-time buyout, with a psychological price of around 55 million euros. Vlahovic, 25, transferred from Fiorentina to Juventus in the 2022 winter window for 83 million euros. Due to his high scoring rate at Fiorentina, he was called the "new Toni," and his highest value reached 85 million euros. Since joining Juventus, Vlahovic has been the main center forward, having played for Juventus for a total of 3 years, making 124 appearances, scoring 53 goals, and assisting 11 times. Vlahovic is a tall center forward at 1.90 meters, with very comprehensive personal abilities. He excels in headers, interceptions, dribbling, back-to-goal play, and shooting. He can act as a pivot within the penalty area and also participate in organizing attacks outside the area. As Juventus' largest transfer investment in recent years, the team has high hopes for Vlahovic. However, his performance has been lukewarm; although his scoring rate is stable, he has not taken on the role of a core player.…

In the Spanish Super Cup final, Real Madrid suffered a crushing defeat against Barcelona with a score of 2-5. This result is quite explosive, especially considering that it comes shortly after their 0-4 loss in the La Liga El Clásico. After the match, "Mundo Deportivo" gave low scores to Real Madrid players, with Vázquez, Camavinga, and Tchouaméni being labeled as the "culprits" for the team's performance, as they were directly involved in all four goals conceded. Let's discuss Ancelotti's lineup for this match. He placed Vázquez at right-back, Tchouaméni as a makeshift central defender, and Camavinga in the holding midfield role. While this arrangement might seem reasonable on paper, it proved problematic in practice due to Barcelona's fierce attacking force, featuring the speedy and skillful Raphinha on the left wing, the prolific striker Lewandowski in the center, and the versatile young talents Gavi and Pedri. Looking at the first goal, Tchouaméni struggled to keep up with Gavi's pace, abandoning the chase after a couple of steps, highlighting a significant gap in ability between the two players. The second goal was entirely due to Camavinga's recklessness, as he carelessly tackled Gavi, resulting in a yellow card and a penalty kick. His actions also included pulling down Gavi, which could have led to a red card but was leniently handled by the referee. The third goal saw Raphinha exploit Vázquez's defensive weaknesses, who is more naturally an attacking player. The fourth goal was a self-inflicted wound by Real Madrid, with a corner kick turning into a counter-attack opportunity for Barcelona due to…

Inter Milan has achieved a remarkable five consecutive victories in various competitions, maintaining a clean sheet while scoring 15 goals, averaging a minimum of 3 goals per game, demonstrating an impressive offensive and defensive prowess that commands respect. During Conte's era, Inter Milan won the league title but failed to change public perception of the team, as their defeat in the Europa League final indicated that the team had limited potential. How to solve problems through passing and cutting in the absence of explosive moments, how to improve the efficiency of set-piece attacks, and the reasons for repeatedly faltering in the latter stages of the season - Inzaghi not only continued the formation structure and defensive system left by his predecessor but also solved the three tactical "puzzles" left behind. Inzaghi believes that the ball always travels faster than a person, and as long as the players have solid footwork skills, they can establish chemistry through targeted training and rely on efficient passing and cutting to break through the opponent's defense. When Dzeko served as the frontcourt pivot, Inzaghi required core players to use their experience and skills to guide their teammates' positioning. After the addition of Marcus Thuram, the Nerazzurri's passing and control network was readjusted again, with a more pronounced Latin flavor. This season, Inter Milan averages 577 passes per game, with 513 short passes, accounting for 89%, rarely using direct through balls to feed the forwards, but instead relying on precise crosses to create opportunities (21 times). When the passer and receiver attract the defense, the third…

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Guardiola is really in a mess. After achieving good results with Manchester City, he has recently been criticized by many fans and media for the team's performance. Just as fans were expecting him to bounce back and lead Manchester City back on track in the new year, it was revealed that Guardiola had divorced his wife, Cristina Serra. According to El Periodico de Catalunya, Guardiola and Serra have been separated since December 2022, but they asked their friends to keep it a secret to minimize the impact. Guardiola and Serra met in 1994 and have been in love for 30 years. They entered the marriage hall after a 20-year courtship in 2014. They have two daughters and a son, with the eldest now 24 years old and the youngest daughter already 17. With Guardiola's support, his eldest daughter has become an internet celebrity with millions of followers, while his eldest son serves as the CEO of three companies. Now that Guardiola is divorced, many fans are curious about how much property he will have to give to his wife. Let's first take a look at how much property Guardiola has. As a famous coach, Guardiola is very wealthy. He owns a top-level apartment worth 2.7 million pounds in Manchester and a luxurious villa covering 22,700 square meters and valued at 10 million euros in Barcelona, Spain. In addition to houses, Guardiola owns more than ten luxury cars, with the most expensive one being a Bentley Flying Spur worth 260,000 dollars. According to The Sun, Guardiola's net worth is 100 million…

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The dust has settled! Real Madrid's new coach has been revealed! A 43-year-old young coach takes over, and the undefeated Bundesliga championship is more appealing than Zidane. Real Madrid can now confirm that they will definitely be changing coaches. The club is currently looking to select a new head coach, as Ancelotti's contract expires at the end of this season, and he will be leaving. Everyone is eagerly anticipating who will become Real Madrid's next head coach. It now appears that the 43-year-old young coach from the Bundesliga, Xabi Alonso, will be the top candidate for Real Madrid's new coach. This time, Real Madrid is also considering allowing Alonso to join the club in the summer, offering him a top-tier salary package and significant transfer funds. This will enable Alonso to build the squad he desires, with Real Madrid particularly hoping that he brings Wirtz along to play for them. Last season, the two of them winning the Bundesliga undefeated was naturally a very impressive feat. As a former superstar who played for Real Madrid, Alonso naturally fits the club's selection criteria. In fact, Real Madrid had previously considered the possibility of Zidane coaching, but ultimately chose to reject this option because Zidane has been waiting for a call-up from the French national team, and whether he will return is still uncertain. During his second stint as Real Madrid's coach, Zidane did not achieve the expected results. Therefore, at this point, it makes sense for Real Madrid to appoint a younger and more promising coach like Xabi Alonso. Alonso did…