Rome

Olympic Stadium

The battle of focus between Inter Milan and Rome is in full swing.

"Hua Guogao received the ball...swayed past De Rossi! Shot! The ball was saved by goalkeeper Sergio! It's so dangerous! Sergio made a contribution today! Without his brave performance, maybe Roma is already behind now..."

This was the fifth minute of the second half, Roma goalkeeper Sergio saved Gao Xiaodong's long shot! The score on the field was still 0:0, and neither Roma nor Inter Milan could score.

Mourinho on the sidelines looked solemn. Although he had the Champions League quarter-finals against CSKA Moscow mid-week, he still sent all the main players against Roma. However, Ranieri's team was difficult to play. Inter Milan tried all his strength and still could not break through Roma's goal.

Rome was able to remain unbeaten, and this defense line was indeed very stable.

Ranieri's expression is not as relaxed as Mourinho. Although he once said that he didn't care about the championship, he had to care about the victory or defeat of Mourinho's team. With the madman's meanness, if he lost this game, he would definitely be ridiculed by Mourinho after the game.

In the VIP box, Inter Milan Club Chairman Moratti is watching the ball and talking with Mourinho, Quaresma and Gao Xiaodong's joint agent Mendes.

After eliminating Chelsea, Morati asked Oriali to go to Mendes to discuss Gao Xiaodong's contract renewal, but Mendes repeatedly refused and said that there is no hurry now. Gao Xiaodong still has two years of contract, so it is not too late to wait for the end of the season to renew the contract.

But Morati can't wait. There are many teams looking to buy Gao Xiaodong now. Real Madrid, Manchester United, Chelsea, and Manchester City all plan to take Gao Xiaodong under their command. Compared with Gao Xiaodong's current performance, his 80 million euro penalty is too small, so Morati personally called Mendes to watch the game together, and discuss the renewal of Gao Xiaodong.

"Mr. Mendes, Inter Milan hopes to keep Gao Xiaodong and let him grow up with peace of mind in Inter Milan. Of course, we will not ignore Gao's wonderful performance in the league and the Champions League. I have asked Director Oriari to provide Gao with a four-year contract with an annual salary of 8 million euros. I ask myself that this contract is still very sincere."

It has just 9 months since the signing of the contract, and its annual salary has increased by 2 million. Morati feels that he is definitely full of sincerity for a 20-year-old young star. He wants to know what the reason for Mendes' push and four is to stop.

Mendes took his eyes off the court and smiled and said to Morati: "This is a very generous contract, but I think Gao Xiaodong has two years left, so there is really no need to renew the contract in such a hurry."

Mendes' excuse was still the same thing as Oriali said, which made Morati a little unhappy. He said directly: "Mr. Mendes, is there a team giving you a higher price?"

"I think you should be more clear about this." Mendes said without hesitation.

Morati said frankly: "Mr. Mendez, don't tell me about diplomatic rhetoric. Now a team is asking me for Gao Xiaodong, but I rejected it. I told them that Gao Xiaodong is not a product. I think someone must contact you. However, I think it's better for a young man not to change jobs casually. This is not good for him. Gao Xiaodong is living in Inter Milan very happily. The coach trusts him absolutely. He gets along with his teammates very harmoniously. Whether in life or on the court, they are creating history in Inter Milan. If he chooses to change jobs, there will be many variables in the future. I believe you will not know the lessons of Anelka."

Mendes smiled and said, "Chairman Massimo, I think you misunderstood. Renewing is definitely a good thing. I agree with renewal, but I think the time is wrong now. I hope to set the renewal time at the end of the season, and you hope to renew the contract now. There is no essential gap between us."

Morati said disapprovingly: "I don't think it's much different from the end of the season."

Mendes smiled and said, "I think there are differences. For example, now you offer an annual salary of 8 million euros. Why do you pay this price? Gao Xiaodong has not made any earth-shaking contributions to Inter Milan, but at the end of the season, if Inter Milan wins the Champions League, would you still have such a salary? What if he really wins the double or even the triple-champion?"

"This..." To be honest, Morati dared not expect a Champions League championship this season. The semi-finals can already satisfy him. Mendes' words made Morati not know how to answer, and he was not prepared for this.

On the court, Gao Xiaodong didn't know that Mendes was here and was discussing his contract renewal with Morati. He is now racking his brains to consider how to break through Rome's defense and lock in the victory early. There is a more important Champions League match in the middle of the week, and Gao Xiaodong doesn't want to fight a war of attrition with Rome.

After 20 unbeaten games, the team worked very well and had a lot of confidence. In today's game, Roma's fighting spirit was stronger than Inter Milan, and they also ran more actively in the midfield. Inter Milan played a little slow, and their penetration could not break Roma's defense line, and the assists on the wing were also the defense of Roma's full-back Cassetti and Riser.

In the 55th minute of the game, Pizarro pulled to the sideline to Tumaicong. Maicong got stuck in the inside and fought and retreated. Pizarro could not find a chance to break through and knocked the ball back to the assisted left back Riser. Riser dribbled the ball and cut two steps across, and suddenly shot angrily at 27 meters.

Lisser's heavy artillery was famous all over the world. Cesar was prepared for it. He didn't dare to hold the ball and saved it with both fists.

The ball just hit the feet of Roma's deputy De Rossi. De Rossi dunked the ball at the front of the penalty area, drifted past Samuel, and then shot again.

Cesar reacted quickly for the second time, and he turned over and swept again, saving the ball again.

However, when he saved the second time, Cesar had tried his best and had no time to choose the direction. The ball was actually pounced on Tony's leg and bounced directly into the empty goal.

1:0

Rome unexpectedly took the lead.

Tony, who scored a passive goal, excitedly raised his arms and rushed to the stands.

The 100,000 Roma fans in the stands could not believe their eyes. After a brief pause, the 100,000 fans jumped up and shouted to celebrate Roma's leading leader Inter Milan.

The live commentator roared: "Beautiful! The ball is in! Tony! Tony's first record for Roma! 1:0! 1:0! Roma leads! If we can defeat Inter Milan with this ball, we will only be one point away from Inter Milan! Great Roma! Go forward! Go forward!"

Ranieri waved his fist hard and felt half relieved. Roma had never lost the game of the first goal this season, which is definitely a good sign.

Mourinho was a little sad. He sent out all the main lineups, just to hit the target to defeat Roma early and prepare for the midweek league. But now there are some tragedies. The main team is not only dragged by Roma, but also likely to lose the game.

Morati in the VIP box was a little nervous. If Inter Milan really lost this game, the league championship would be very dangerous. Inter Milan fought on the third line and had a strong energy dispersed, while Roma basically specialized in the league.
Chapter completed!