Chapter 212 Decision
The celebration was over. Degan and Francois came to the post-match press conference together. When they entered the door, German coach Löf just finished the interview and was about to leave. Although disappointed, Lev showed good quality and took the initiative to congratulate Francois and Degan.
"This is a wonderful night!" Francois began his diplomatic speech as soon as he came up. Perhaps because he was too excited, his voice trembled a little. "From the beginning, I knew that Belgium was recognized as a big hit, but people's expectations will not put pressure on us. It will only stimulate us to keep moving forward. Now the World Cup in Brazil is over. I am very happy to witness this historic moment as a member of Belgium. We have become the quadruple champion, which has never appeared in the history of world football. I would like to congratulate my players and thank my players. The schedule is very tight, but we have served all the difficulties and achieved The victory of this game is worth celebrating. I would also like to congratulate our opponents. The German team joined hands with us today to dedicate a wonderful game. Although they lost the game, they are also winners. They deserve the title of a world-class strong team!"
After Francois finished speaking, the reporters immediately aimed at Degan. Although Degan failed to score goals in today's final and his record of consecutive goals in the World Cup was suspended, no one can deny Degan's excellent performance today, especially his containment of the German team on the front line. The national team's midfield offensive routine can't be played at all, and most of the time they can only find opportunities by playing the ball on the sidelines.
"Of course I'm very happy to win. We train hard and take every game seriously. Victory is the highest praise for us. I'm very excited. It's a great honor for the two World Cup winners!"
"Excuse me, will Belgian football continue to dominate world football next!"
Digan heard the words and smiled: "This question is a little exaggerated. No one can really rule, and we are the same. If we want to continue on the road of victory, we must always play the best. Of course, it has nothing to do with me!"
Hearing Degan say this, there was a sudden disturbance at the scene: "Excuse me, what does it have nothing to do with you?"
Digan pondered for a while, "Next, I will withdraw from the Belgian national team!"
Digan is withdrawing from the Belgian national team!
This statement not only stunned the reporters at the scene, but also stunned Francois, because Degan had never told him about it before.
And, Degan withdrew from the national team!?
Are you kidding? Degan is only 29 years old now. With his competitive state, it is not impossible to participate in another World Cup or even two World Cups, but now Degan has chosen to withdraw.
"I know that this news will surprise everyone. I didn't make this decision by a whim. I'm tired. Running back and forth between the club and the national team makes me very tired, and I have children. I need to save more time for my family, for those Belgian balls that support me. Mi, I'm sorry. At this time, I shouldn't have come out to spoil the fun, but I promised my wife!"
Digan wants to withdraw from the Belgian national team. He has discussed with Park Ji-yeon before. Because of their work, the children can only be taken care of by Park Ji-yeon's parents, which makes both of them feel very guilty.
In the end, the two made a decision. In order not to miss the child's growth process, Degan withdrew from the national team and concentrate on playing for Tottenham in the future. After just one year of her return, Park Zhiyan announced that she would withdraw from her group and become a full-time wife.
Before, almost everyone was looking forward to Degan's record of winning the World Cup three times, and it is not impossible for Degan to complete this feat at his age, but now, Degan is actually taking the initiative to withdraw.
"Now, nothing is more important to me than family. Over the years, I have owed too much to my family. Now it's time for me to pay back. Football is still full of ** for me, but for the sake of my family, I have to stop!"
Digan said very decisively. It sounded that there was no room for manoeuvre at all. After saying that, Degan stood up and waved to the reporters: "Okay! Goodbye! See you next season!"
Digan left, leaving only the stunned Francois.
Degan's decision to withdraw from the national team spread all over the world on the same day. Belgian fans who were still ecstatic about defending the World Cup champion were stunned, and people left messages on Degan's Twitter, hoping that he could change his decision.
"This is too bad! We won the World Cup, but lost Degan forever! If I can choose, I would rather let Degan stay.
"Digan is Belgium's greatest player. I hope he can change his decision. It's terrible. I can't imagine what Belgian football will look like without Degan!"
"Digan! Please stay and lead us forward!"
People's retention did not change Degan's decision. When the Belgian team returned with honor, people were surprised to find that Degan had no longer been seen in the Belgian team. It seemed that he was really leaving, without even the little nostalgia or giving people a chance to retain him.
At this time, Degan and Park Ji-yeon's family have arrived in South Korea. His itinerary is very low-key, and even the powerful reporters have not found out where he has gone.
"Have you really decided to quit?" Park Zhiyan looked at Degan, and there was also an indescribable feeling in her heart.
Degan nodded with a smile: "You have made sacrifices for me. Of course, I also have to do something. I also feel tired of being an airman all year round. From now on, I just need to concentrate on the club's games and have more time to spend with you and David!"
It is impossible for Park Ji-yeon to say that she dares not move at this moment, because she knows Degan's character very well. For football, Degan is a hundred times more enthusiastic than anyone else. Now Degan can actually give up playing for the national team for his family.
Degan's decision can be said to have shocked the whole world's football world. Belgian supporters have retained it one after another, and even Zahavi came forward to persuade him, but he could never let Degan withdraw his decision.
"Don't persuade me, I will only concentrate on working for the club from now on!"