Reporter: "Talista, we know this is the second time you’ve lost to Lu Yang. How do you feel?"
Talista: "Terrible. I won’t allow it to happen again."
Reporter: "In this match, Chievo rested three key players, and the on-field core was substituted during extra time. Was this the key reason you lost to Lu Yang?"
The Head Coach’s eyebrow twitched.
Damn!
Is this trying to stir things up?
This Chievo Head Coach is not some highly respected veteran, but rather the team’s former assistant coach, and doesn’t have much authority.
In other words, if Talista starts a feud with him, he could very likely lose control of the locker room.
After all, Talista is currently Chievo’s biggest star.
Talista: "Of course not. Personally, I think Lu Yang’s teammates are far inferior to my teammates. They are even undergoing some internal turmoil. Losing in such circumstances only shows my lack of capability, and has nothing to do with the team’s support or not."
"But I still want to say once more that I won’t lose to Lu Yang again, absolutely!"
Don’t be fooled by Talista’s stunning looks, rugged build, and seemingly brainless demeanor. If he really had no brains, could he become a representative of beast-like strikers?
Remember, beast-like strikers never describe a player’s savagery, but rather their rough style of play, yet they possess many "brawling" and "hunting" skills attributed to beasts. At least, the red and yellow cards they receive are far fewer than they should be.
That kind of playing style, being able to take on two without getting called for a foul, isn’t something anyone can pull off.
Talista is clever.
He knows the deeper meaning behind this reporter’s question.
Chievo is currently way ahead in the league.
But there are still more than ten rounds left.
If at this time a conflict arises between Chievo’s Head Coach and the leading striker, causing team turmoil, then Chievo, currently in its prime, might be caught up by teams behind.
Last season’s Italian D League Bisceglie was the halfway champion, yet didn’t even make it to the playoffs, which already speaks volumes.
Reporter: "How do you assess San Remo? They are weaker than you all around yet managed to win the match."
Talista: "Your question makes me very angry. You can disrespect San Remo, but you cannot disrespect me. We fought with all our might, but it was San Remo who won."
"I admit they are just a lower-league team and most of their players are little-known. But it doesn’t mean San Remo’s victory was by luck."
"They have a player of Lu Yang’s caliber, and they deserve any achievement they obtain."
"I even have faith in their next round of cup matches!"
Reporter: "Are you sure? Among the current quarterfinals, except for San Remo, all the others are Serie A teams!"
Talista: "Just like I will eventually conquer Serie A, Lu Yang will eventually conquer Serie A."
Reporter: "Diego, you’re too arrogant."
Talista: "Am I? Thank you for the compliment. But compared to Lu, I’m still somewhat lacking. That’s also my focus for future improvements."
The post-match press conference was full of juicy content.
San Remo officially recognized Lu Yang’s leadership position.
Talista, on behalf of himself, boldly declared Lu Yang’s conquest of Serie A.
Honestly, if it weren’t for all the cameras, Lu Yang would have definitely punched Talista a few times.
So you don’t have to play the next round, do you?
This hatred, damn it, makes every match San Remo encounters from now on a tough battle. After all, harsh words were spoken, and it’s about Serie A glory.
Damn Diego!
After the press conference, various headlines flew across all of Europe.
"Italy unveils a super dark horse, battling against seven strong teams! San Remo VS the seven major Serie A teams!"
"Sofia’s young boyfriend dominates the field, boldly claiming to conquer Serie A soon!"
"Grassroots miracle! Lower league team advances to domestic cup quarter-finals, making history!"
"556 minutes played in five appearances! Ten goals, seven assists! Sofia’s boyfriend is a Perpetual Motion Machine, sweeping the Italian Cup’s core stats!"
"Pre-booked! One of this season’s must-watch matches across Europe, San Remo Italian Cup quarter-final!"
"Divine Striker showdown, Lu Yang wins again! Talista confidently claims Lu Yang will conquer Serie A sooner than himself!"
"Manchester United’s pursued striker beaten by Arsenal’s pursued youngster, just how frightening is Winter’s judgment!"
"Real Madrid’s buying guide! It’s better to buy Lu Yang than Diego!"
"Dust settles! San Remo officially certifies the sole leader, Lu!"
"Zero angle goal producer, China Lu!"
"World-class defense! Perfect one-on-four! Spirit and strength, both are indispensable!"
"Most shocking goal-line defense of the season, Italian Third Division created!"
"Becher’s position is worrying, choosing San Remo might be the worst decision in his career."
"Morici’s imminent return, San Remo’s combat power might rise higher!"
"Teammates fighting each other during the match? This team is laughable!"
"Ball tyrant nailed? Lu Yang disregards yellow card, bullies new teammates. Is such a person fit to be a team leader?"
"Ridiculous San Remo, letting a pushing culprit be the leader!"
Various news flooded everywhere, including the claim that pushing could be considered malicious behavior. It was destined to be an exciting week for the media.
They have too much material to share with readers, up until the start of the next round of the cup matches.