Heart of the Champion.

Summary

Zhou Yi's silence after his Weibo confrontation with Zhang Ji Zhe left the latter fuming, while Zhou focused on preparing for the semifinals against Brazil. Despite the media's attempts to stir drama, Zhou remained committed to his team's goal of winning the gold medal, dismissing distractions. The Chinese team's historic achievement of reaching the semifinals was overshadowed by the challenge posed by Brazil, the tournament favorites. Zhou's confidence was questioned, especially given the turbulent atmosphere within the team due to recent controversies. The Brazilian media noted that these issues could negatively impact the Chinese team's performance, potentially aiding Brazil's quest for their first Olympic gold in men's football.

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