<h4>Chapter 162: Rise to fame</h4>


    On January 19, in the 17th round of Serie A, Inter Mn weed Perugia at home. In this game, Cooper continued with the lineup from the previous round, with the only change being Ribery appearing in the starting lineup. It seems that the Frenchman''s performance in thest game earned the coach''s approval.


    After the start of the game, Inter Mn''s first attack posed a threat, with Di Biagio breaking through on the left and crossing the ball low into the box. Wang Feng attacked the ball with a header, but despite the perfect power, the angle was slightly off, hitting the crossbar and going out of y.


    Subsequently, amidst the cheers of the home fans, Inter Mnunched wave after wave of attacks against Perugia. In the 21st minute, Wang Feng received a pass from Ribery on the right and faced defender Maria. He used a feint to get past him, dribbled horizontally into the box.


    Once inside the box, Wang Feng flicked the ball to evade the defense of center-back Tedesco, took a shot with his right foot, but the deliberate angle made the ball hit the post and bounce out of y, leaving him frustrated.


    Thementator on-sitemented, "The ball had already passed the defenders and the goalkeeper. If it had been slightly more inward, it would have been an unstoppable goal. Such a pity."


    "Wang Feng''s performance in this game is still very active, and Inter Mn has been maintaining pressure on Perugia. In my opinion, it''s only a matter of time before they take the lead."


    As soon as these words were spoken, there was a change in the score on the field. Wang Fengunched an attack from the right, using a quick stop to shake off the full-back''s block and sending a cross.


    In the penalty area, Vieri, relying on his physical advantage, broke through the two defending yers and headed towards the near corner of the goal. Despite the efforts of the Perugia goalkeeper, Mazzantini, the ball bounced into the after hitting the ground.


    1-0! Inter Mn finally scored!


    In the second half, in the 71st minute, Di Biagio sent a through ball from midfield, and Wang Feng''s timing was perfect as he sprinted through the opposition''s defense. His shot was saved by the Perugia goalkeeper Mazzantini.


    At this moment, Ribery demonstrated his ability to read the game. He appeared in the best position, controlled the ball that was parried away, and slotted it into the empty.


    Inter Mn defeated Perugia 2-0!


    On January 23, in the quarter-finals of the Italian Cup, Inter Mn faced Napoli. Wang Feng was ced on the bench, with Ribery partnering Vieri in the forward line.


    In the 16th minute of the first half, Inter Mn''s defense made a mistake. Cannavaro''s clearance went directly to Napoli''s center-back Wyatt, who initiated an attack, and forward Groneve scored, breaching Inter Mn''s defense.


    Coach Cooper on the sidelines shook his head in frustration. If this continues, the captain of the Italian team would lose his trust.


    The first half ended with Napoli leading. In the second half, Cooper decisively substituted Wang Feng onto the field. In the 66th minute, Ribery broke through on the left and sent a cross with his right foot.


    The ball had a significant arc, bypassing Napoli''s defenders at the near post and finding Vieri in the penalty area. Thetter used his head to equalize the score.


    Five minutester, Wang Feng received a pass from Di Biagio, faced Napoli''s center-back Brennek, suddenly shifted the ball to his right foot, and then unleashed a powerful shot.


    The long-range shot was powerful and unstoppable, hitting the inside of the post and into the.


    2-1! Inter Mn eventually overturned Napoli to advance to the semi-finals of the Italian Cup. The semi-finals of the Italian Cup are yed over two legs, with Inter Mn facing their old friends Juventus.


    Three dayster, in the 18th round of Serie A, Inter Mn faced Empoli away.


    The gap in strength between the two teams was evident, with the away team dominating the game. Shortly after the start, Ribery sent a clever through ball from the right, which Wang Feng received and broke through, calmly finishing into the empty after bypassing the goalkeeper.


    After scoring, Wang Feng came to the area where the Inter Mn fans were sitting, gesturing to them that this goal was thanks to the Frenchd.


    After several rounds of games, Ribery gradually adapted to the rhythm of Serie A, and his performance improved. Wang Feng didn''t misjudge him; he indeed has the potential to be a superstar!


    In the 61st minute of the second half, Wang Feng received a pass from Di Biagio, used his speed to sprint down the nk, and crossed. Vieri followed up and scored with a shot, further extending Inter Mn''s lead.


    In the 81st minute, Wang Feng once again made a brilliant pass, Ribery broke into the right side of the penalty area and scored, helping Inter Mn secure victory.


    3-0! Inter Mn secured afortable away win against Empoli!


    On February 2, in the 19th round of Serie A, Inter Mn weed Torino at home. With only one victory so far in the league, unless a miracle happens, Torino has already secured a relegation spot.


    The Torino yers had no intention of resisting, and in preparation for the Italian Cup semi-final midweek, Cooper rotated the Inter Mn lineup. Key yers like Wang Feng were on the bench.


    The game was uneventful, and Inter Mn won 2-0 in the end, with goals scored by Carlon and substitute Martins.


    In four league matches and one cup match, Inter Mn''s performance wasmendable. Not to mention Wang Feng, many media outlets focused on the new face Ribery, whose reputation was rising.


    Italy''s "Evening Mail" even dug deeper into the background of this yer who gained the coach''s trust and a starting position shortly after arriving: "This 19-year-old French youngster is three months older than Wang Feng. In the five matches he represented Inter Mn, he contributed three goals and two assists."


    "ording to our reporters'' in-depth investigation, he was ying for Alez in the French third division before the winter break, and Inter Mn only spent 80,000 euros to acquire him."


    "Rumors have it that since the start of this season, Inter Mn''s forward line has been gued by injuries, and it was Wang Feng who suggested to the club''s top management to sign this rugged forward. As for how they met, it is still unknown."


    This report immediately caused a stir in Italian football. Many legends came out toment, with Lazio''s legendary star Kinallia saying in an interview, "Serie A has declined; now any Tom, Dick, or Harry cane and show off."


    Obviously, he looked down on Ribery, a yer from the French third division. Why should he? He even hinted at the rising star Wang Feng because he''s not Italian, causing dissatisfaction among many older generation yers in Serie A.


    Of course, most people still hold a rational attitude. Italy''s legendary forward Mancini said, "Several of Ribery''s goals were created by Wang Feng. Obviously, this yer has sharp football intelligence; he always appears in the right position."


    "But it''s still too early to talk about his future. In fact, I believe he''s not yet qualified to be a starting attacker in Serie A. Hecks physical confrontation, the ability to create chances, and his technical skills are still immature."


    "I can conclude that only with Wang Feng by his side can he show sharp attacking performances."