<h4>Chapter 222: Troubles of genius</h4>


    AC Mn suffered a heavy defeat against Inter Mn, almost losing their title hopes once again. After this match, the Italian media, chasing hot topics, naturally reported extensively on it.


    When losing, one must find scapegoats. Apart from head coach Ancelotti, the media focused on their new recruit Kaka. Being a genius, when he performs well, everyone praises him, but when he performs poorly, everyone criticizes him.


    ording to Mn Sports News, Kaka simply cannot bepared to Wang Feng, whether in the past, present, or future. "He indeed possesses unwaveringpetitive spirit and decent technique, butcks the leadership qualities and the dominance to turn the tide in adversity."


    "The prince will always be the prince, unable to contend with the king."


    On the other hand, Evening Post wrote that AC Mn was overly optimistic, to the extent of being embarrassed now. "When Kaka scored his 10th goal, Ancelotti couldn''t wait to proim to the media that he believed the Brazilian had a good chance of winning the Best Foreign yer of the Season."


    "It should be noted that in the past two seasons, this award was won by Wang Feng, with 34 and 40 goals respectively. The editor understands Ancelotti''s desire to promote his protégé, but after the humiliating defeat to Inter, such statements seem extremely arrogant."


    The front-page headline of Rome Sports News read "The Prince Lost in San Siro, AC Mn''s Championship Dream Shattered." The article pointed out that Kaka waspletely restricted by Inter Mn''s defense in the match, failing to disy the heroic spirit from the first leg, resulting in the team''s defeat to the Nerazzurri.


    "This nearly 22-year-old youth was once considered the yer most likely to challenge Wang Feng''s position in Serie A. Now, everything feels too optimistic, and Wang Feng remains unbeatable."


    In the Mn training ground, Kaka was sweating profusely, surrounded by newspapers of the past few days. The remarks on them were like whips, fiercelyshing at him.


    Next to him, the trainer Meria looked at the handsome young man with concern. Due to a major injury in his childhood, he didn''t rmend Kaka to undergo such high-intensity training, as he might get injured identally.


    Unlike typical pleasure-loving Brazilian yers, Kaka rarely took the initiative to go to nightclubs or wild parties but was passionate about training. The club admired this young man''s dedication.


    Being talented and willing to work hard, one always goes further than others but also bears more burden. This should be the dilemma of genius.


    At this moment, head coach Ancelotti entered the training room, and Meria visibly breathed a sigh of relief. Only the coach could persuade the stubborn youth. Ancelotti waved his hand, and Meria understandingly exited the room.


    "Kaka, you must be unwilling, but this is futile and will only harm yourself," Ancelotti said.


    Kaka stopped his exercise, panting heavily. "I''m very unwilling, sir, but I don''t know what to do."


    "When I was in Brazil, many people said I was like Wang Feng. I tried to catch up with him, but I could only fall further behind. Some people told me thating to Europe could greatly improve myself, so I resolutely chose Serie A where Wang Feng was. I hoped to defeat him one day."


    "AC Mn has given me great progress. When I first met him, I really felt I was just a step away from defeating him, but then I fell into a low period. Everyoneforted me, saying it was the inevitable path for a neer, but my opponent Wang Feng has never experienced it!"


    "When I finally emerged from the low period, I could only ept another defeat. At that time, I couldn''t perform as well as Wang Feng would have in my position. If it were him, he would definitely find a solution!"


    Ancelotti gazed at his proud disciple for a moment before saying, "Living in the same era as Wang Feng is unfortunate for you yers and for us coaches."


    "I have never seen a yer who can disy such dominance and pressure on the field like him. Even Maradona once said he couldn''t do better than Wang Feng."


    "Aiming for Wang Feng is good, but don''t be overly anxious because of it. Doing what you should do is the most important thing. Your abilities still have a lot of room for improvement. The main goal now is to surpass yourself."


    "Don''t train hard alone. I have discussed with the club executives, and we will jointly formte the most suitable training n for you. It will not only avoid injuring yourself but also enhance your strength. This is the method Wang Feng used back then."


    Just when Kaka was starting to doubt life because of being struck by Wang Feng, Inter Mn encountered trouble in the Czech Republic, as the Champions League reignited after a two-month hiatus. They faced Sparta Prague away.


    Due to the back-to-back matches in a week and the fatigue of travel, head coach Mancini rotated the starting lineup, believing that Sparta Prague wouldn''t cause much trouble for Inter Mn.


    However, this Czech, or even Central European, one of the most sessful clubs performed remarkably well, unexpectedly overwhelming Inter Mn''s rotated lineup.


    In the 21st and 37th minutes, forward Alkira and defender Delrin respectively breached the Nerazzurri''s defense, leading 2-0 at halftime.


    Returning to Meazza with such a scoreline would put Inter Mn in a passive position, as the opponents could easily park the bus on the defensive line, making it difficult for them to equalize.


    Therefore, at the beginning of the second half and in the 55th minute, Mancini reced Wang Feng and Adriano to strengthen the attack.


    Sparta Prague, whether to expand their home advantage or for other considerations, did not retract their defensive line in the second half but continued to attack, giving Inter Mn opportunities.


    In the 61st minute, Wang Feng sessfully broke the offside trap on the right side, and Sparta Prague defender resorted to a foul tactic. However, Wang Feng''s free kick pierced through the home team''s goal, pulling one back for Inter Mn. Then, in the 81st minute, Adriano received a cross from Wang Feng and scored from close range.


    The final score was 2-2, erasing Sparta Prague''s initial lead and conceding two away goals, which was truly regrettable.


    In thest Serie A match of February, in the 23rd round, Inter Mn hosted Brescia at home.


    In the first half, Wang Feng seized an opportunity to break through the nk, passing to Ribery who scored from a tight angle inside the penalty area. Later on, he dribbled past three defenders and shot, hitting the inside of the post and scoring.


    After halftime, Brescia pulled one back through Cjolo, but ultimately failed to stop Inter Mn''s winning streak.


    2-1! The Nerazzurri once again took all three points, continuing to lead the league table.