GOAT: All Football Talents Are Mine

It wasn't just Monica's graduation that captured everyone's attention.

Hoyoung's graduation ceremony, held a few days later, created an even bigger buzz. Reporters and citizens from all over Madrid gathered, completely surrounding the school to catch a glimpse of him.

Anticipating this, the school implemented strict entry protocols, allowing only those on a pre-approved list to attend.

Feeling a twinge of guilt over the commotion, Hoyoung decided to gift his uniform replica to all attendees. It was a small gesture, costing just a few days of his salary, but it resonated deeply.

As the luxury sedan carrying Hoyoung entered the school grounds, a deafening roar erupted from the crowd.

"Congratulations!"

"Woo-hooooo!"

"It's Woo Hoyoung!"

"Hoyoung! Hoyoung!"

The excitement didn't end there.

A convoy of luxury cars from Audi, Real Madrid's sponsor, followed behind. One by one, renowned players like Ramos, Pepe, Casillas, Guti, Raul, Marcelo, Mahamadou Diarra, Gago, and Robben emerged, waving at the crowd. The sight was extraordinary, like a parade of stars.

Yet, the biggest surprise was still to come.

A sleek black hatchback pulled into the venue, and the energy of the crowd surged. The vehicle belonged to none other than Zidane. As he stepped out, the crowd roared louder. Zidane entered the graduation hall, handed Hoyoung a bouquet of flowers, and embraced him warmly.

"Aren't you supposed to be on vacation?" Hoyoung asked, stunned.

"It's your graduation. How could I miss it?" Zidane replied with a smile.

Hoyoung hadn't expected him to come, knowing he'd left for vacation just two days prior.

"Thank you," Hoyoung said, deeply touched.

Seeing so many players take time from their schedules to attend his graduation moved him. He felt an immense sense of gratitude toward them all.

Amid the celebratory atmosphere, Hoyoung shared laughs and handshakes with his teammates. Marcelo joked, "Time flies. Soon, you'll be the one driving us around!"

Raul added, "The ceremony isn't over, but congratulations in advance. Now you can focus even more on your training."

Hoyoung nodded. "Thank you. I'll work harder from now on."

Playful banter ensued, with Ramos quipping, "No need for calculators anymore, right? Will you be carrying a protractor instead?"

"To measure angles at the stadium," Hoyoung teased back.

The light-hearted exchanges drew the attention of other graduates and attendees. Envious gazes lingered on Hoyoung, especially when Monica, his girlfriend, appeared.

As Ramos pointed her out, Hoyoung introduced her with pride, sparking a flurry of questions from the players.

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As the ceremony progressed, an unexpected guest arrived—a man dressed in eccentric jeans and a red V-neck, accessorized with a pearl necklace and white belt. He scratched his head awkwardly as he shook Hoyoung's hand.

"I was passing by and thought I'd drop in. Congratulations on your graduation."

"Thank you for coming," Hoyoung replied warmly, grateful for the surprise visit.

Meanwhile, one notable absentee was Karim Benzema, who remained home, scrolling through graduation videos posted online. Frustrated, he muttered, "What's the big deal about a 16-year-old's graduation?" His annoyance only grew when he texted Ronaldo, hoping to hang out, only to learn Ronaldo was at the ceremony.

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Real Madrid's Challenges Begin

As September rolled on, Real Madrid performed well in the Champions League, topping their group with wins against Zurich and Marseille. Despite a draw with Bordeaux in October, they maintained their lead. Their league form was equally strong, with eight wins offset by a single loss to Sevilla.

Barcelona, however, was equally formidable, having invested heavily in players like Zlatan Ibrahimović. With a record of seven wins and two draws, they were right on Real Madrid's heels.

The stage was set for El Clásico on November 29th, but trouble loomed for Real Madrid.

Injuries plagued the team during a La Liga match against Atletico Madrid. Arjen Robben and Marcelo suffered significant injuries, sidelining them for months. To make matters worse, substitute Yuri Zhirkov injured his knee, leaving him out for six months.

The situation was dire. Calderon, the club president, was furious, venting his frustrations in a late-night emergency meeting. The team's injury woes compounded existing issues, including financial instability and a troubled business deal with the Middle East.

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The Build-Up to El Clásico

In the midst of these challenges, Luis Scolari, Real Madrid's coach, called up three players for special training: Woo Hoyoung, Ronaldo, and Douglas.

"Douglas," Scolari began, "you'll be starting in the next El Clásico."

The announcement shocked Douglas, who had primarily been a substitute in lesser matches. Starting in such a high-stakes game felt both exhilarating and overwhelming.

Scolari reassured him, saying, "Look to your right—Hoyoung, who dominated El Clásico before. To your left—Ronaldo, who's crushed Barcelona in the Champions League. What do you have to fear with teammates like these?"

Hoyoung and Ronaldo exchanged confident glances, their determination palpable.

The trio began their rigorous preparations.

El Clásico was no longer just a match. It was war.

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