The post-match press conference at the Olympiastadion in Berlin was right next door to the press center.
Therefore, as soon as the award ceremony ended and the players walked back to the locker room, media from all over the world poured into the press center from all directions.
After finishing the work at hand, they gathered at the press conference venue.
The head coaches of both sides were also very punctual, showing up on time without too much delay.
It was already close to early morning, so the organizing committee did not have too many arrangements and went straight to the point.
"Hello, Marcelo, we would like to know what you think of this game."
The reporters immediately threw the first question to Marcelo Bielsa, who won the championship honors.
The Argentinian madman sat on the stage, smiling slightly.
"This was a very great game, we performed very well, Bayern Munich is a top team and gave us a lot of trouble, but we also created a lot of opportunities, so in the end the performance was even better The team won the championship.”
"There is no doubt that we have not only made Southampton history, made English football history, but also created European football history, and we all have reason to be proud of it."
After hearing this, the reporters immediately looked at Guardiola who was sitting aside, "Pep" Guardiola should have been prepared for it.
After hearing the question, he smiled at Bielsa and nodded: "Yes, Southampton completed a great game.
Their execution during the game was very good.
The chances were taken very well and they put a lot of pressure on us throughout the game and they should have won.”
"I would say it's a pity we didn't get the last laugh, but me and my players went into the game and we really believed we had a chance to win the title and worked hard for it, but Southampton were better."
"This season is also an extraordinary season for us.
We came very close to winning the treble, just a little bit.
It will be a shame for everyone who supports us, but this is football."
"The Saints' players are very strong, especially their offensive players, who are very good.
They are the strongest team on the planet.
It is always very difficult to face such an opponent, but I think we did a good job.
Although we lost the game in the end, we tried our best.”
The reporters immediately asked again, "Marcelo, we all know that you have a very good relationship with Pep.
Do you have anything to say?"
Bielsa nodded and thought for a while, "I think Pep is a great head coach.
He has done a very good job at Bayern Munich.
In this game, he also did what a head coach can do."
"He and his team deserve respect."
"Where are you, Pep?"
the reporter asked again.
"Marcelo is a great coach" As soon as Guardiola said these words, the whole audience burst into laughter.
Unexpectedly, Guardiola, who usually doesn't talk much, is not completely humorless.
"Southampton's tactics are very thought-provoking and worthy of our study and reflection.
This team has subverted many of our past perceptions of football.
This game is bound to change European football."
Many people present began to talk about it.
Obviously, many people feel that the two of them are flattering you and me flattering you.
But in fact, only those who truly understand football can understand the meaning of these two famous European coaches.
If we simply look at the coaching results of the two, it may be difficult to say clearly who wins and who loses.
Bielsa's success at Southampton over the past few years has made him one of the world's top coaches.
But it was the Saints who created Bielsa.
It was Bielsa who created the Saints Many neutrals would certainly say that the two complement each other.
But in fact, in Bielsa's success, the Saints' factors are undoubtedly crucial, especially the management headed by Yang Huan's sincere trust and support for Bielsa, as well as their generous investment every year.
In terms of team lineup, the Saints are slightly better than Bayern Munich, which was recognized by everyone before the game.
So in this game, Bayern Munich lost 0-3, and it seemed like a complete defeat.
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But if you look closely at the game, Guardiola has tried his best to save Bayern Munich's defeat.
But unfortunately, the Saints are too strong.
Therefore, Guardiola failed, but it was not due to his own inferior skills, but due to Bayern Munich's lack of strength.
As for Bielsa, his success is certainly due to his own strength, but it is also inseparable from the platform of the Saints.
Therefore, after asking a few more questions, the topic quickly focused on the future of the two famous coaches.
"Marcelo, you publicly stated before that this season will be your last season coaching the Saints.
Now, the Saints have completed two consecutive championships.
I wonder if you can restore your intention to leave."
Reporters are very concerned about Bielsa's future.
The Argentinian madman smiled slightly, "Frankly speaking, I never thought that we could defend the Champions League, but I will not change the decision I made after careful consideration.
I will not continue to coach the Saints."
"There is news that both Manchester United and Real Madrid are considering inviting you to coach."
The reporter asked again.
Bielsa shook his head, "No, I haven't received any invitations.
For the time being, I'm considering adjusting my role.
I hope to have more rest time so that I can think about things that interest me."
It can be seen that the Argentinian has decided to leave, which is also expected by the reporters at the scene.
"Marcelo, we respect your decision very much, but from your perspective, who would you most like to see succeed you as Saints head coach?"
After hearing this, Bielsa was a little embarrassed, "I can't answer this easily.
There are too many issues to consider when hiring a head coach.
I believe the club management should be prepared."
"The Sun has conducted a survey on this point.
Among all the famous coaches who have succeeded you, Guardiola sitting next to you is the most popular candidate and the one who is most anticipated by Saints fans.
What do you think?"
When Bielsa heard this, he immediately looked at Guardiola, and the two immediately understood each other.
After all the talk, after going round and round, it came back to the two of them.
"I still say that the selection of the head coach should be decided by the management."
But at this point, Bielsa changed the subject, "But if you ask me for my opinion, then I will say that Pep will be the Saints' best choice."
An ideal manager who will take the Saints to a new and greater level, I have no doubt about it."
Everyone was a little surprised.
They didn't expect Bielsa to speak so highly of Guardiola.
"Pep, have you ever considered accepting Southampton's invitation?"
Guardiola smiled slightly, nodded and said: "I believe that no one in this world can refuse the invitation of the Saints, including me."
But at this point, Guardiola also changed the subject, "But, Bayern and I Munich still has a contract."
"There is only one year left, Pep, you should know that if you are willing, the Saints can help you negotiate with Bayern Munich and even pay liquidated damages."
But Guardiola shook his head, "This is not my style.
I respect my contract with Bayern Munich."
Is this a disguised rejection of Southampton?
The reporters below were all beating their hearts out.
This is the end of the topic about the two famous coaches.
Soon, the problem shifted to the players.
With many players in the Saints currently experiencing varying degrees of poaching, Bielsa believes that Southampton should no longer let go of its players easily, but should consolidate the results it has achieved in the past few years.
"Neither Pogba nor Kovacic will leave the team.
They have always been in the team's plans, as has Ravel Morrison.
He has great feelings for the team, and don't forget, he is only 20.
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At two years old, he should stay with the Saints and continue to grow."
"Yes, Kaká will leave the team at the end of the season and go to the United States to play in the Major Leagues.
If I want to evaluate his career in the Saints, I think it is a success because he has brought us great things.
Much of the help is still not clear to the outside world.”
Kaká was brought on by Bielsa as a substitute in the last few minutes before the end of the game.
This also made Kaká a three-time Champions League champion and a player who has reached the Champions League finals four times.
Although Kaka's status in Southampton has gradually declined this season, no one will forget the help he brought to Southampton last season, and he also made positive contributions to his young teammates in daily training. of example.
This is exactly what Bielsa wants to say.
From a club level, after Kaka joined the Saints, the commercial value has been improved, driving the club's interests and commercial income growth, especially the Saints' influence in South America and Asia has made a leap forward improvement.
Therefore, from a transfer perspective, operating Kaka is a success.
As for the competitive level, Kaka has contributed a lot to the two Premier League titles and the two Champions League titles, especially the Premier League title and the Champions League title last season, so he can be considered basically satisfied.
This season, with Pogba, Kovacic and Oscar gradually taking over the midfield, coupled with the rise of young player Prowse, the Saints' midfield lineup is extremely luxurious, and it is difficult for Kaká to get a chance.
Not to mention showing something.
This is something no one thought of when Kaka joined.
Therefore, when Kaká decided to leave, the Saints management did not provide too much obstruction.
In recent years, the Saints have experienced an explosion of talent, and their metabolism has accelerated.
Not to mention Kaká, even Matic is under competitive pressure.
This season, because Toni Kroos has no injuries or illnesses and is in good condition, Matic is focusing more on the Premier League.
However, with the rise of Kovacic, his position has also been affected.
On many occasions, Bielsa even substituted Matic and replaced him with Kovacic.
In some dispensable cup matches, the team also focused on cultivating Youri Tielemans, which caused Matic's number of appearances to be affected, and he also fell into transfer rumors this summer.
Even the Saints management is considering whether Matic should be let go Regardless of Matic's rotation role in the Saints, based on his performance in the Premier League, the valuation given by the authoritative organization is 30 million pounds, but it is simply impossible to win Matic at this price.
Because now almost everyone in Europe is scrambling for this type of defensive midfielder.
But in Southampton's tactical system, Matic is gradually exposing his weaknesses and shortcomings.
If Matic's biggest weapon based on Southampton is his defensive ability, then with the Saints' unparalleled offensive power, the importance of his defense has been gradually weakened.
Even in this Champions League final against Bayern Munich, Toni Kroos' role in Southampton's midfielder position is more reflected in ball control organization and overall situation planning.
On the contrary, his role is not obvious at the defensive level.
It can even be said that it is not very necessary.
This is why Bielsa sometimes replaces Matic with Kovacic.
Times have changed, and European football is changing rapidly.
It is normal for the main players last season to be reduced to substitutes this season, or even relegated to the sidelines.
I believe that all professional players have already realized this: