freenovelworld Chapter 734: The Tip of the Iceberg of the Nine-time Champion
Chapter 734: The Tip of the Iceberg of the Nine-time Champion
The voices faintly reached the ears of the Swiss U-17 team.
Although they could not understand the language of some national teams, they could still feel the malice from the other side.
The gazes that were filled with mockery and amusement were like invisible needles, piercing everyone's nerves.
As for Akutsu, he raised his eyebrows, and the shyness on his face was long gone, replaced by a rage that was ready to explode, as if it would burst out in the next second.
"come back."
At this moment, Kitagawa chuckled and waved at Akutsu, indicating that he could come back.
His tone was still so calm, as if he didn't hear those harsh words at all.
Then he turned his attention to the Swiss U-17 team.
"I didn't expect to be drawn against the German U-17 team in an exhibition match."
"I'm really lucky."
"Playing a match against them before the main tournament will be a good opportunity to see how your current strength compares to the former nine-time champion."
After hearing what Beichuan said, everyone nodded in agreement.
Although they remained calm on the surface, there was a glimmer of fighting spirit in everyone's eyes.
No one wants the Swiss U-17 team to dethrone the old king.
After all, once the established ranking changes, many national teams will be affected to a certain extent.
This involvement is bound to cause their own value to decline due to changes in the U-17 World Cup rankings.
In fact.
Although these athletes are representing their country, wearing the national flag and shouldering the honor, there is something deeper hidden in their eyes - desire, ambition, and even a hint of anxiety that is difficult to conceal.
Everyone knows that the U-17 World Cup is not only an opportunity to win glory for their country, but also the first springboard for their professional careers.
Whoever stands out in this competition will attract the attention of professional scouts and step onto the stage that truly belongs to the tennis world.
The resurgence of the Swiss U-17 team has undoubtedly affected many people's interests.
The team that was once regarded as the "stable second-tier" has now returned with strength, which has not only caused a slight loosening of the originally solidified world order, but also made those strong teams that claim to be superior feel tremendous pressure.
Especially the German U-17 team, as the champion team with nine consecutive championships, naturally do not want to see any challenger approaching their throne.
Let’s not talk about these undercurrents for now.
At this moment, in addition to the draw ceremony for the World Cup exhibition match, the draw for other events in the venue is also continuing.
The large screen under the lights kept flashing, and the host read out the names one by one in a slightly mechanical voice, accompanied by applause and whispers one after another.
Time passed slowly, and the process lasted for a full half hour before it was completely over.
When the final set of matchups was announced, everyone stood up and left.
Beichuan walked at the front of the team, with steady steps and shoulders straight, like a silent but determined leader.
He didn't say much, just waved behind him, signaling everyone to follow.
The Swiss U-17 team followed him out of the venue, through the long corridor, and back to the lobby of the five-star hotel.
The hotel's interior is luxuriously decorated, with thick and soft carpets that barely echo when you step on them.
The crystal chandelier in the center of the hall emitted a soft light, shining on everyone's faces, and also reflecting the fatigue in their eyes that had not yet faded.
After a short break, Beichuan called everyone to the conference room.
The conference room is located on the upper floors of the hotel, with floor-to-ceiling windows offering a stunning night view of the entire city.
The lights in the room are bright but not glaring, and the air is fresh with a light woody scent.
Everyone sat around the long table, the atmosphere gradually quieted down, with only the occasional sound of shuffling papers being heard.
At this time, Beichuan was holding a thick document in his hand with the words "German U-17 Team" printed on the cover.
His eyes were steady and his tone was calm, but there was a seriousness in his voice that could not be ignored.
He placed the information gently on the table and nodded to Kulalaga Tasta.
"Let's get started," he said.
Kulalaga responded and operated the projector, and a video clip of the German U-17 team's game appeared on the screen.
In the picture, several teenagers in black team uniforms are running on the court. Their movements are clean and neat, the rhythm is compact and powerful, and every shot carries a strong sense of oppression.
Brand and Kitagawa stood next to the screen and began to explain to everyone the team known as the "King of Germany".
"It's well known that the German U-17 national team is extremely strong."
Beichuan spoke, his voice was not loud, but it was clearly heard by everyone.
He paused, his eyes scanning the group, as if to make sure everyone was paying attention.
"Don't think that their so-called nine-peat is not the same team, and therefore classify them as a team with ordinary losses."
There was a hint of warning in his tone, as if reminding these young players: underestimating the enemy is a precursor to failure.
"You have to know that these nine years are enough time for a country to develop extremely complete research and systems in tennis."
"Not to mention a country like Germany that's crazy about high-tech talent."
Brand took over the topic and added: "They have invested a lot of resources in the development of young people. From selection to training, every link is extremely systematic.
It can be said that their players are not created by talent, but by the system."
Beichuan nodded and continued:
"And their leader is Jurgen Barisavich Polk."
"The opponent's strength is currently clearly at the top professional level."
He paused, his gaze growing penetrating. "If we look at the overall strength of world youth tennis, then Jurgen Barisavich Polk can definitely be called the world's number one high school player."
"In other words, the opponent might be a person with hidden strength, which means he might have reached the master level."
The moment these words were spoken, the air in the conference room seemed to become heavier.
Everyone knows what "Master Level" means - it is a realm that surpasses the vast majority of professional players and is enough to change the direction of the game.
Following Kitagawa's explanation, everyone gradually gained a basic understanding of the German U-17 team.
It can be said that the German U-17 team’s biggest reliance is not just Jurgen Barisavich Polk.
Although he is the undisputed core, what really supports this team is the strength of the entire lineup.