GOAT: All Football Talents Are Mine

December 18.

Incheon Airport is crowded with reporters, association officials, and parents.

There, the Dream Tree Expedition held a simple departure ceremony and departed with a confident appearance.

This project, which will run for 30 days, was prepared to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the Cha Bum-gon Soccer Award ceremony and provide a good experience for aspiring athletes.

The schedule includes a friendly match against the two teams, followed by participation in the Four Continents Youth Championship in Munich.

A total of 14 players were selected as participants, regardless of their team, from all over the world, but Hoyoung was the only player from overseas.

Maybe that's why.

One of the VJs who followed me for filming was busy peppering me with questions even on the plane.

"yes. I'm confident. And I'm going to do my best. I'm the youngest, so I don't have any special feelings. I will run hard and come back. Oh, and Sao Paulo? haha. I am truly grateful for your support. So can I sleep now? sorry. "I was so excited that I couldn't sleep last night."

"Uh haha. "Sure."

Only after saying that was Hoyoung able to escape from VJ.

But it was true that I couldn't sleep last night.

I was looking online for teams I would be playing against for the next month.

And what kind of players are on the team.

I was excited to see what kind of talent I would be able to pursue.

But it was all in vain.

I searched through the ocean of information in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, but there were limits to finding each U13 player in the Bundesliga.

All Hoyoung knew was the name of the future club.

'Let's just wait and see. They said their first opponent was Eintracht Frankfurt.'

In fact, it didn't matter who the other person was.

Isn't Germany a soccer powerhouse?

Moreover, since this expedition had been approved by Sao Paulo FC, we were able to go there with peace of mind.

Frankfurt, which took 11 hours to arrive, was as cold as Korea.

The expedition team took a bus and moved to their accommodation in Eintracht Frankfurt according to the set schedule.

'This is a soccer powerhouse…!'

In particular, Germany's youth system is considered the best in the world, along with Spain's.

German soccer teams that operate up to the 13th division usually have youth teams.

This was thanks to Germany's large-scale project to train 1,000 coaches in 366 regions across the country and 14,000 players over about 15 years.

I was able to feel for myself how well the system was in place when I visited the Eintracht Frankfurt training center.

'It's crazy. Are you trying to create a Terminator?'

It was more than I could have imagined.

I thought Sao Paulo FC's Bahafunda training ground was amazing, but compared to this, it's just like new blood.

The level of exercise equipment provided in the fitness room was different.

'After Brazil, I was thinking of England or Spain. I think it would be a good idea to choose Germany.'

When talking about promising players, Germany cannot be left out.

There were a lot of German prospects that came to mind right away.

'Ozil, Neuer, Müller, Kroos, Sane, Gotze, Khedira, Hummels Boateng…'

"Wow."

If Brazil is currently the best in the world, Germany will be the best in the world in about 10 years.

In other words, promising players who would lead the golden age were now training hard in Germany.

'Hehe. I wish I could meet just one of them….'

Chin!

"evil!"

What broke Hoyoung out of his daze while he was drinking kimchi soup was a ball flying from behind him.

And at the same time, a voice was heard.

"Don't you want to concentrate?"

'Are you Director Cha Beom-gon?'

no.

It sounded similar, but it was a much younger voice.

It somehow sounded familiar to my ears.

So is it the coach who came with us?

Hoyoung turned his head.

"… omg!"

Just by looking at him, he shows off his dignified appearance.

His unexpected appearance surprised Hoyoung.

The same was true for other players.

"Aren't you Cha Doo-rim?"

"Wow, really."

"and!"

Not coach Cha, but player Cha.

Hoyoung, who was acquainted with him, headed in that direction.

"Doorim hyung? Why here…?"

Eintracht Frankfurt.

As a club in the German Bundesliga, it boasts the largest number of spectators in Frankfurt, the gateway city to Europe.

That number puts them in the top 20 in Europe and surpasses Liverpool FC.

It was a club with that many fans, and the relationship was so deep that Cha Bum-gon played there for five years during his active career.

The same goes for Cha Doo-rim.

Last winter.

He moved to the prestigious Bundesliga club Leverkusen and was currently on loan to Eintracht Frankfurt.

That was the reason why Cha Doo-rim came to visit here.

'Doorim. If you're not busy, come and look after the kids.'

Because I received a call from Cha Beom-gon.

As it happened, there was no schedule, so he rushed over.

Hoyoung's feelings on reuniting with Cha Doo-rim after a year were a bit unexpected.

'Acute aging… anger…'

To put it bluntly, I aged drastically.

Fine wrinkles hung all over his face.

'It must have been very difficult.'

It would have been difficult for him, who was on the university soccer team before being selected for the national team, to survive in the Bundesliga.

Cha Doo-rim said while stroking Ho-young's head.

"Wow~ Hey, you've grown beyond recognition?"

"Isn't this all Brazilian-style development?"

"Hey kid. "I heard you're flying around Brazil?"

"Hehe. "It's thanks to my brother."

"hmm?"

benefactor.

Cha Doo-rim was that kind of person.

Through a chance meeting, I became envious of his talent and was able to join Sao Paulo FC and win the championship trophy through him.

The choice at that time is what made Hoyoung what he is today.

"You taught me exercise back then."

"boy. "With something that is nothing special."

Cha Doo-rim didn't seem to believe it, but he seemed to be in a good mood anyway.

Hoyoung stared at him.

[Cha Doo-rim]

Talents

– Charminator's hitting and running (U)

– Legs faster than passing (A)

– Strong body (B+)

– Decent stamina (C-)

(You can covet one talent if you meet the conditions.)

(Condition 1: Play soccer together for more than 150 minutes)

(Condition 2: Win against Eintracht Frankfurt U13)

(Condition 3: Score against Eintracht Frankfurt U13)

Perhaps because they are already looking for U-level talent, the conditions are much easier than last time. It was.

'But if you look closely, this guy is also talented. In the meantime, one more talent has increased.'

His legs (A-), which are faster than his passes, rose to Class A, and his talent of decent stamina was revealed.

As expected, physical strength seemed to be the most important factor in surviving in the world of professional soccer.

'But why can't I get one?!'

Take a moment to think to yourself about the question that suddenly arose.

'Well, I haven't had any intensive training.'

It was like that.

Hoyoung only trained the basics and never focused on developing new talents.

So it was natural that it didn't happen.

But it was okay.

'Because you can covet other people's talents.'

Same thing this time too.

I already needed some physical strength, but it worked out well.

If you want a strong body (B+), it will be of great help next season.

'I'll eat well this time too.'

Cha Doo-rim is always Hye-ja.

Cha Doo-rim.

While we were looking forward to German prospects, he suddenly appeared.

There was no luck like this.

There was a reason to win the game four days later.

That's why Hoyoung trained hard without any tricks.

Moreover, the German field training was a special experience, so it actually helped me a lot.

I was able to observe Frankfurt U13's training or participate in training with them.

Four days of training continued like that.

As we kicked the ball together, we became quite friendly with the seniors on the same team.

There was also Seok Hyung-jun, whom I had already become acquainted with.

Hoyoung was able to receive their favor just by playing in Brazil.

But there was one question.

'Where did Yoon Jeong-ho go?'

If I remember correctly, Yoon Jeong-ho should have won the 2003 Cha Beom-gon Soccer Award.

But when I asked around, they said they didn't know of such a child.

What happened?

Has the future of Korea's top soccer talent changed?

I don't know, but one thing was certain.

'The future will change more in the future.'

No, Hoyoung was correct when he said he was changing.

It was a strange feeling.

I felt reluctant for some reason, but wouldn't it be okay to change it into a better world?

'With soccer.'

It was a day when I suddenly had a lot to think about.

Nevertheless, his feet were still kicking the ball.

That day and the next day.

And the long-awaited day dawned at the Adler training ground in Eintracht Frankfurt.

Hoyoung set up camp after greeting his first opponent, Frankfurt's U13.

The prey has already been searched for.

'There's one guy I'd like to covet.'

Hoyoung, who was appointed as an attacking midfielder, put his foot under the ball and looked at the black boy.

[Peniel Mlafa]

Talents

– Soccer talent (C+3)

– Decent heading (C+)

– Fairly fast legs (C+2)

(You can covet one talent if you meet the conditions.)

(Condition 1:60 ( Play soccer together for more than 1 minute)

(Condition 2: Score)

Born in 1991, he was a typical target-type striker with a height of over 180 cm.

'Heading talent is rare.'

I coveted it.

If you are good at heading, you can gain the upper hand not only in heading goals but also in air superiority battles.

Therefore, even if he was not a target-type striker, it was a helpful ability in many ways.

Moreover, if you win here, it is a golden opportunity to gain Cha Doo-rim's talent.

This pre-season, I tried to focus on physical training, but I unintentionally lost the effort.

That's why I had no intention of acknowledging it.

If you shake it like a dehydrator, you shake it out.

Beep!

At that moment, the sound of the whistle filled the field.

OK.

This is the skill of the Brazilian U13 Golden Ball winner.

Hoyoung ran with this written on his face.

"Wow."

"You've improved noticeably?"

It was a funny reaction from the father and son who were watching the game from the bench.

"It was like that when I was young."

"Hahaha!"

This is the best compliment that Cha Bum-gon, who is full of pride, can give.

It was by no means excessive praise.

The Frankfurt U13 manager and coaches, who were busy admiring themselves, were the proof.

The attention of all officials was focused on Hoyoung's play.

His individual skills weren't as flashy as Ronaldinho's, and his dribbling wasn't as good as Messi's, but it was enough to make him feel like he was good at soccer.

Exceptional in many ways.

It was shining on Hoyoung.

Although it had the size of a cat, it moved like a leopard.

Its legs were fast and its claws were sharp.

Gungyeilhak (群鷄一鶴).

He was the best by all accounts.

The final blow came only three minutes later.

It originated from Hoyoung's specialty.

Cough!

Truly a masterpiece.

A heavy mid-range shot that flies like a cannonball in a large trajectory!

Crash!

The first goal was scored and the reward was also awarded.

[Quite a heavy mid-range shot (C+3)↑]

"Hoo!"

From talent exploration to growth?

This expedition.

'Amazing, Great.'

And now it was just the beginning.

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