Monica had invited Chu Zhongtian to participate in the show before, but because Chu Zhongtian performed well in the match against Bayern, she was a topical figure at the moment, but she never thought the effect would be so good. Because of Chu Zhongtian's "champion", this episode became completely popular.

Although Chu Zhongtian gave an explanation on the spot, because he is always used to pursuing victory when playing football, if possible, of course he hopes to win the championship at the end of the league. Moreover, the team currently ranks so well, it is not difficult to do as hard as Qingtian.

But in the uproar at that time, his explanation was ignored by everyone.

Because this sentence is too impactful. Although Hoffenheim has performed well so far this season, many people still think that it is unrealistic for them to win the championship. Except for a very few people who are optimistic about them, more people think that being able to qualify for the European competition next season by the end of the season is already a huge success for this newly promoted team. Many people also think that the key is that after all opponents have gradually understood Hoffenheim in the second half of the season, they will encounter more difficulties in the game. At that time, the shortcomings of this young team's lack of experience will be exposed, so perhaps the best ranking for them is the mid-range league, which is neither unable to participate in European competitions nor relegation.

Bayern Club Chairman Rummenigge once claimed before the last round that Hoffenheim could win the championship of this season, but that was just a psychological battle. Even Rummenigge himself would not believe that Hoffenheim could win the championship, let alone others.

But the captain of Hoffenheim disagreed with their views. He revealed his thoughts when he was on the highest-rated football program in Germany, "Sports Observation".

"I'm so ambitious and confident..." After the show, Monica said this in an interview with a reporter on the same stage. This matter has been on sports news.

Chu Zhongtian originally thought that this sentence would cause great controversy, but he didn't expect that many people would support him this time. Perhaps because they had just tied Bayern Munich, the qualities they showed in the game made this team recognized by many people, and they were full of confidence in this team.

Originally, this game has received praise from many people. German football bosses believe that this game should be written into football textbooks because it pointed out the way for the development of football.

The German national team coach Lov, who was watching the game on the spot, was excited about the game: "This is a contest that is enough to promote the Bundesliga!"

Effenberg, who once said that Bayern Munich would win easily in the game before the game, also admitted his mistake in front of the TV camera: "I underestimated Hoffenheim, and I must apologize to them. They are a very outstanding team, brave and confident, and at the same time are extremely powerful. The game was full of passion from the beginning. Both teams are constantly looking for opportunities and constantly creating opportunities. It has been a long time since I saw such a wonderful contest in the Bundesliga, and both teams have won respect..."

Kahn was worried that Bayern was equalized by Hoffenheim at the last moment: "Klinsmann made Bayern play better, but I hope he did not throw away Bayern's tradition..." What kind of tradition is of course a strong willpower and a spirit of not giving up until the last moment.

"Maybe looking back in a long time, we will find that this is a game that has changed the Bundesliga," said former international Nerzer.

They all believe that the Bundesliga should develop in this direction and should be like the Premier League, faster and more intense. We should not always slowly stand in formation and then test each other for more than ten minutes, and then wait for the opponent to make mistakes. Such football is already out of date.

"Now the captain of Hoffenheim shouted the slogan of 'champion'. This makes us look forward to the Bundesliga in the second half of the season. Let's see where Hoffenheim will eventually be in half a season..."

※※ When Chu Zhongtian came to the training base, he was still an hour earlier than the normal gathering time. It was impossible to tell that he was the one who arrived home after twelve o'clock yesterday.

He met head coach Rangnick on the side of the open training ground again.

"Hi, Chu. I watched yesterday's show. What I want to ask is that is really your true thoughts?" Rangnick refers to the "Champion Gate" - this matter has been quarrel. Fortunately, this is in Germany. If it were really in the UK, it would probably be even more crazy. When Chu Zhongtian went out in the morning, he would definitely find that outside his yard had become a camp for reporters to camp and tent.

"Of course yes, Ralph. You know, I always like to pursue victory when playing football."

Rangnick nodded: "But I was quite surprised that you said this in front of so many viewers on TV... I thought you Chinese are more subtle. Even I didn't dare to reveal the team's specific goals in front of the news media..."

Chu Zhongtian became interested: "Can you tell you what your specific goal is, Ralph?"

"Well..." Rangnick hesitated and said, "It should be qualified for the European competition next season..."

"League champions are also qualified for European competition."

Rangnick laughed: "You are more radical than me. My idea is simpler. The first season of the Bundesliga is to lay the foundation. We will plan slowly in the second season. Go forward step by step..."

Chu Zhongtian didn't know if Mr. Hope had discussed the team's future development with Rangnick in depth. He thought of what Mr. Hope had said to him - now it's time for Hoffenheim to accelerate its development.

"I think this is what Ralph...I think if we want to win the league in recent seasons, this season may be the best time."

Rangnick became interested: "Oh? Why? Let's hear it."

"Bremen, Leverkusen, Dortmund are at a low point and have not recovered yet. Hamburg and Wolfsburg have not established an advantage either. Bayern Munich is in a period of change. They have changed their new coaches and new styles of play, and the team's performance is very unstable."

"But now their performance is getting better." Rangnick had different opinions. For him and Chu Zhongtian, the biggest competitor to win the championship is actually not others, but Bayern Munich. All teams in Germany who want to win the championship are their opponents. This team is too successful and has become a symbol of the Bundesliga. But because of this, the level of the Bundesliga is declining and it is inseparable from Bayern's dominance.

"But change is not that simple. Now everyone is saying that the second half of the season is the time to test us. I think the second half of the season is also the time to test Bayern. We have been the team for more than two seasons, and everyone is familiar with this fast offensive football style. But Bayern Munich Klinsmann only accepted half a season. I always feel that their performance in the second half of the season will fluctuate..." Chu Zhongtian analyzed the football data and played Emily, and after spending a long time on the Internet, there was nothing good to play. He only liked the games. He had to play it over and over again. Now he analyzed Hoffenheim's opponents in the league.

This is not like what a professional athlete should do, but like a professional coach. But Chu Zhongtian likes football so much, and he is interested in everything related to football. Other professional players regard football as a profession and work. Chu Zhongtian regards football as both a job and a hobby, and treats hobbies with a professional attitude. This is a perfect combination... "Bayern is actually still swaying, and Klinsmann's set in the national team may not be suitable for Bayern. Now he wins continuously and remains unbeaten. Once they start losing, there will be a lot of doubts. Bayern is too strong and eye-catching. Such a wealthy family does not allow a slight failure. So Klinsmann is under great pressure and is also restrained. I think he must envy your working environment, Ralph."

Rangnick looked at Chu Zhongtian with surprise because Chu Zhongtian was right. Klinsmann privately envied Hoffenheim's model - the boss is rich, so he will not be eager for quick success and instant benefits to make money, nor will he sell out new stars who have not yet fully developed in order to make money. The boss has money and allows the head coach to make a difference in the transfer market. In addition, the team is under a small pressure and there is no pressure on the performance. The head coach can slowly build his mind's team according to his own ideas. A systematic youth training camp and excellent hardware facilities... For a head coach with ideas, Hoffenheim is simply a paradise.

Rangnick was surprised that he had never revealed these things to the outside world. Chu Zhongtian came to this conclusion by just analyzing it is amazing.

"You really should be a coach..." he murmured.

Chu Zhongtian shrugged: "Maybe I will do it after retirement. Anyway, I think in the current Bundesliga, if you want to win the championship, you have to count on Bayern Munich to doze off. This season they may be quite likely to doze off, so it is also the best time for us to win the championship. League championships require luck and a stable foundation. If we want to win the league championship in the future, we may have to go through a few more seasons. Only when we lay a solid foundation can we have the ability to face Bayern head-on."

After listening to Chu Zhongtian's words, Rangnick lowered his head and pondered for a while, then raised his head and said, "Your analysis makes sense, Chu."

"I'm fine and think about it..." Chu Zhongtian realized after he finished speaking that he was showing off some of his skills. He was facing the team's head coach. Whether to win the championship was considered by the head coach. He only needed to train carefully every day and play hard every weekend. As a player, he seemed to have crossed the line. However, the talks were aroused for a while and he couldn't stop it.

"Haha! That's why I chose to let you be the core instead of let Salihovic and Eduardo be the core, Chu." Rainick did not mean to blame Chu Zhongtian, but instead patted him on the shoulder. "You are willing to use your brain. Okay, they are coming soon, you go to the locker room to change your clothes."

※※ Chu Zhongtian said goodbye to Rangnick and returned to the locker room. Many of his teammates had arrived. They were not like Chu Zhongtian who came to the base and went straight to the training ground. Usually, they came straight from the parking lot to the locker room, and then chatted inside, slowly changing their clothes, and walked out until the gathering time was almost up.

"Chu, are you going to chat with the coach again?" Seeing Chu Zhongtian enter the locker room, someone greeted him.

"What did you talk about?"

"Ha! I guess it must be related to the 'champion' you said on the sports observation program, right?"

Chu Zhongtian nodded: "That's right."

"Do you really think so in your heart, Chu?" Eduardo came over.

He asked, and a quiet moment appeared in the locker room that was already a little noisy, and everyone was watching him.

Since the match with Bayern, Chu Zhongtian has had a complete relationship with everyone, and he has become the real core of the locker room group.

Chu Zhongtian looked at everyone but did not answer, but asked Eduardo: "What about you, Carlos, what do you think?"

"Ah?" Eduardo didn't expect Chu Zhongtian to ask himself back. He was stunned for a moment, then looked around, and everyone looked at him again.

"Uh...I think...it's good if there is a championship, but if it's not...I think it's best if we can go to Europe next season!" Eduardo actually didn't think so much about it himself. If Chu Zhongtian hadn't asked suddenly, he wouldn't know what kind of results he wanted to achieve at the end of this season.

Chu Zhongtian turned his attention to Obasi, who had been watching the fun, again: "Cinedu, what do you think?"

"Me?" Obasi pointed at himself, then smiled, "Anyway, we have relegated in advance now, so don't worry about being demoted, haha!"

A burst of laughter rang out in the crowd.

Many players may think about staying in the first league before the start of the season. If they are lucky enough to be in a mid-range position, they don’t have to worry about relegation or participate in next season’s European competitions. Then they have any great plans to plan after this season… “I want to win the championship!” Ibissevic said with his hands raised.

He suddenly became the focus of everyone's attention.

Salihovic glanced at his teammate in the national team.

"We are now ranked first in the league, and we just tied with Bayern Munich at Allianz Stadium, so we can't even run the winter championship. Why don't we dare to look forward to the league championship with such results?"

"But we are just a promotion..." someone said.

"Kaisslautern was also a new team before winning the championship."

In fact, with the rise of Hoffenheim, there has been debate in the media about whether they will create the next "Kaiser Miracle". Some people think that Hoffenheim can create miracles because their performance is really excellent, and the team has strong financial resources, good players' strength, and the head coach has a level... In summary, even if this team wins the championship, it is not surprising.

Some people think that Hoffenheim and Kaiserslautern are essentially a veteran team with deep accumulation before winning the league championship. In history, they won three league championships and two German Cup championships before relegation. Hoffenheim didn’t even have experience in a Bundesliga before upgrading. If such a team wants to win the league championship prize plate as a newly promoted team, it will be much more difficult than Kaiserslautern… “I agree with Victor.” The person who said this was Salihovic.

Vidor is the nickname of Ibisevic's name "VEDAD". Others in the team call Ibisevic "Vidad", with Chu Zhongtian exception, continuing the name "Ibisevic".

"When we were in the second division, some people said that our team could beat most of the Bundesliga teams. I believe they are not talking nonsense, because the facts prove it." Salihovic, as the former locker room boss, still has a strong position in the minds of the players. "We have the ability to compete for the championship, why not?"

"No matter whether you can win the championship in the end, you must at least work hard." Salihovic stopped saying this.

"I always feel that the championship is far away from us..." goalkeeper Daniel Haas murmured. "We are just a newly promoted team, and we were still playing in the second division last season. There are many teams above us who are more champions than us. For example, Bayern, Wolfsburg, Hamburg, Bremen... it's really unimaginable." He shook his head and shrugged, as if he felt that he could not keep up with the times.

"But these teams are all under us now," Chu Zhongtian said. "We are the number one team now, so we don't have to worry about other teams. Just do our own things well. No one in this world stipulates that the Bundesliga champion can only belong to Bayern Munich, Werder Bremen, Wolfsburg, Hamburg and Schalke 04. Since we have such an opportunity, we can't waste it. Anyway, I don't want to win only one winter break championship, and this championship has no prize plate yet. So what I said on the TV show is the truth. If I want to say that I have any goals, it is the league championship."

"Okay, I've finished answering your questions. Now everyone should go to train. Don't let Ralph wait too long."

Chu Zhongtian clapped his hands, then walked straight to his closet to start changing clothes.

The teammates looked at him, and no one was coming to look for him. Everyone was whispering while changing training uniforms, talking in groups of three or five.

Obviously, what Chu Zhongtian said in the locker room today gave them too much shock.

Although the league has achieved good results and before the game against Bayern Munich, they also had a bold statement of defeating them at Allianz Stadium, but that was just a blatant fight against Bayern. In fact, they never dared to think about any league championship. The media mentioned this a few months ago, and they just joked.

No one has ever mentioned the "league champion" in public, but Chu Zhongtian mentioned it today.

This is their first Bundesliga season. Is it really going to make a splash?

But... the league champion, this title just thinks it feels a bit out of reach. Can they really reach out to their new team as a new team?

Chu Zhongtian was sitting on the stool wearing sneakers. He could hear some of his teammates' comments, but he did not participate.

He just remembered a lesson he learned in junior high school history class - Chen Sheng and Wu Guang Uprising. There is a sentence he remembers very clearly:

"Does the king, prince, general and minister have a genitals?"

For those "Sons of the Emperor" who value "the power of the king" and "the divine empowerment of the king", this sentence is a slogan of rebellion.

But Chu Zhongtian likes this sentence and often talks about it when he learns it.

He likes this kind of ruthlessness of "barefoot people are not afraid of wearing shoes".

Because this means that everything is possible.

Unrestrained and unrestrained, as long as you dare to think, you dare to do it.

Just like Hoffenheim fans like to sing:

"We are rural, but we are full of pursuits!"

Are there any sects of kings, princes, generals and ministers?

What's wrong with Hoffenheim winning the championship?
Chapter completed!