Ye Chen, you are not fighting alone.

The post-match press conference ended, but the reporters all wore satisfied expressions.

Some reporters didn't rush to leave and immediately sent out the first-hand information from the press conference!

[Ye: It's not that I don't want to play for my country, but they don't think I'm good enough!]

[How strong is the Chinese national football team? Ye, who set a Bundesliga record, was not selected?!]

[Shocking! After Makino Tomoaki left the Bundesliga, 17 team strikers collectively wept!]

[Klopp: Ye is stronger than Gomez and Podolski. If you don't believe me, ask Löw!]

[Ye Chen: Four hat-tricks can't set a football record? Then I'll make it five!]

[Ye Chen: I refuse to associate with the Chinese Football Association!]

[...]

Although the press conference was brief, it dropped bombshells that shocked everyone.

However, as soon as Ye Chen returned to the locker room, he was taken away by staff members in uniform.

But he wasn't the only one leaving with the staff—assistant coach Buvac followed along as well!

As they walked, Buvac explained to Ye Chen, "Just now, Cologne's head coach Solbakken lodged a complaint with the tournament committee after the match, claiming that you used banned substances. So the officials need to conduct a urine test on you."

Ye Chen couldn't help but laugh. "So they just can't accept losing, huh?"

A clear conscience fears no shadow, but...

The Bundesliga is indeed strict about urine tests, especially during sample collection, where the examiner watches you the entire time!

Fortunately, Ye Chen was gifted and different from ordinary people.

Otherwise, standing in front of Europeans could really make one feel inferior.

Of course, this was just a routine urine test, something common in major tournaments like the European Championship and the World Cup. However, the news that Ye Chen was taken away by officials still spread rapidly.

Different perspectives lead to different narratives.

In the Bundesliga, this was just a routine test, but when photos of Ye Chen being taken away surfaced in China, the story changed entirely.

[Shocking! Ye Chen tested positive for banned substances and has been arrested by the German Football Association!]

[The real reason behind Ye Chen's 12 goals in four matches! Exclusive photos prove it!]

[Are you still cheering for Ye Chen? Come see his true colors!]

Malicious rumors spread like wildfire across Chinese social media, causing a massive uproar.

Fans had just finished watching Dortmund's game and were still riding the high of excitement—only for this bombshell news to drop suddenly.

It instantly killed the mood.

Even the hot-tempered fans who had been furiously criticizing the Chinese Football Association online were left stunned, completely baffled.

Meanwhile, in the office of the Chinese Football Association, a portly middle-aged man with a cigar in hand wore a confident smile.

"See? As soon as I stepped in, the problem was solved, right?"

"Brother-in-law, you're amazing! That move was brilliant!" Tan Bing gave a thumbs-up. "But where did these photos come from? The news agencies haven't even published anything yet!"

"I sent Wang Bo to Germany."

"Huh? What's Brother Bo doing in Germany?"

"Keeping an eye on Ye Chen, of course! If he doesn't make my life easy, why should I let him have it easy?" Liang Kailai squinted his eyes, speaking with a vicious tone.

Since Ye Chen had no close friends in China, he couldn't immediately learn about what was happening there.

By the time he found out, an hour had already passed… and it was Li Xinran who informed him.

However, Li Xinran had already reported the urine test situation to headquarters. Strangely, China had neither responded nor reported the truth.

This made Li Xinran feel uneasy.

After all, public opinion online was overwhelmingly against Ye Chen.

"I knew it! How could a Chinese player be that strong?"

"Damn… no wonder he's been so dominant—it's all drugs!"

"Even the legendary 'Medicine King' would bow to him!"

"Speaking of Medicine King, we have to mention Soma Yukihira!"

"Ugh, I can't believe I was a fan of a doping cheat. I'm returning my Dortmund jersey!"

[...]

A flood of people jumped in to stir controversy, but some remained steadfast in their support of Ye Chen.

"Come on, can't you see that all these reports are from tabloid newspapers? No credible sports news outlet has said a word about it!"

"People are making a big deal out of baseless accusations. Unbelievable."

"If you're going to quit being a fan, just leave. Ye Chen doesn't need fans like you!"

"Wait for the official results. You're adults—learn to distinguish truth from lies!"

[...]

Supporters and haters clashed in heated debates.

While they argued, more explosive news hit the internet.

[Ye Chen: I refuse to associate with the Chinese Football Association!]

[Ye Chen: I will join the national team only if the Football Association reforms!]

[Ye Chen talks about returning to the national team: No reform, no comeback!]

These reports came from international media sources, complete with video footage and translated interviews.

The fans were thrilled.

"Please, just don't join the national team! I'm begging you!"

"Just stay in Germany for four years and change your nationality!"

"As long as you don't join the Chinese team, I'll support you forever!"

"Ye Chen, well said! We'll always back you!"

"Ye Chen, you're not fighting alone!"

However, as soon as the press conference video surfaced, the Chinese Football Association retaliated.

[Regarding disciplinary actions against player Ye Chen, the decision is as follows:]

[During his overseas stint, Ye Chen failed to train and compete seriously, setting a bad example. Moreover, he engaged in an early romantic relationship before turning 18, negatively influencing young fans. Additionally, his false statements at the club's press conference have severely damaged the reputation of the Football Association. As a result, we hereby impose a three-year suspension from all national team matches.]

The shorter the message, the bigger the impact!

Ye Chen openly criticized the Football Association, and they responded with their strongest stance.

It was now an all-out war.

Of course, the Football Association didn't take Ye Chen seriously. After all, he was just a player—could he really turn the tide?

Besides, a 17-year-old player should focus on improving his skills instead of getting into a relationship so early. That didn't align with the values of many domestic fans.

But the environment in China and abroad was vastly different. In Europe, many athletes became fathers before 18.

For instance, Raheem Sterling became a dad at 17, and Phil Foden had a two-year-old daughter by the time he was 20.

In foreign countries, dating early wasn't an issue, nor was having children young—but one thing was clear: don't be like Greenwood!

Ye Chen's relationship with Lina wasn't criticized abroad. Instead, fans admired their childhood romance.

When Lina shared their love story on Instagram, people were envious.

However, in China, this was treated as a bad example. No wonder the Football Association used it as a key point of criticism.

Logically, Ye Chen's fans should have fought back against the FA's statement.

But this time, the resistance wasn't as strong.

Clearly, the "Bundesliga arrest rumor" had an impact!

Many people believed Ye Chen had used drugs and were secretly waiting for confirmation.

If the doping allegations were true, they were ready to turn against him.

But drug test results take time. As the person involved, Ye Chen had no idea about any of this.

This was when the importance of having a strong team became evident!

And in this round of battle, the Football Association had the upper hand.