Soccer Coach: Taking Off After Saying No

[Patriotic story + Breaking Western Prejudice + Reshaping the Rules of Chinese Football by Taking the Roundabout Route + Light on the System, Heavy on Ability + Two Female Leads + Not a Power Fantasy]

Lin Jin, whose heart is set on serving his country, faces obstacles as he tries to return home to coach.

The Football Association ignores warnings and appoints an incompetent hack. Even after being humiliated, it refuses to learn its lesson.

Lin Jin loves his country, but feels powerless to help. He can only head overseas, determined to build his reputation before returning as a champion.

Years later, Lin Jin stands beneath the spotlights, holding the Champions League trophy, with the titles of Premier League Manager of the Season and UEFA Coach of the Year to his name.

“You want me to serve my country? Where were you before?”

(The story is set mainly in Europe, with only the opening and ending centered on the Chinese national team.)