Chapter 106 Looking forward to the Champions League final
In the match between Manchester United's draw with Arsenal to be crowned champion, Tevez was replaced in the second half. He waved to the audience in the four stands, looking like saying goodbye. At the moment he sat in the stands, there were tears in Tevez' eyes.
After the game, Tevez admitted that he was a little excited. "It's a touching moment. I like Manchester United. I like the fans here, but maybe it's goodbye. It's hard." When he was told that Tevez might shed tears, Ferguson interpreted it from another perspective: "If so, it's a good thing that he wants to stay, and we also want him to stay."
Having said that, Manchester United is cautious about signing Tevez permanently. CEO Jill said that Manchester United will wait until June to make a statement. "The situation will be clear in early June."
Ferguson made the reason for Manchester United's hesitation more clearly, that is, the transfer fee of 28 million pounds, which was a little too high in the eyes of the Red Devils. Ferguson said, "The original price was a little unrealistic. Like other clubs, we must consider the impact of the economic crisis. Now is not the time to spend money at will."
Manchester United's hesitation has actually made Tevez unhappy. In an interview with Argentina's TYC TV, Tevez expressed more ideas. I know I won't stay at Manchester United. I feel that they lack respect for me, and I feel that I have been treated unfairly. I have been in the club for two years, and the senior management has never talked to me, so I'd better leave Manchester United and not conflict with Ferguson and senior management. In addition, I can't understand that I'm not the main force.
"I have asked Horabchin not to talk to me about the transfer in the next 10 days. I hope to focus on the final game, and then I will have a month to decide where to go."
At present, the relationship between Manchester United and Tevez owner Horabchin has also become tense. When talking about loan two years ago, the two sides negotiated a permanent transfer at the beginning of this year, but Manchester United did not fulfill their promise. They told Horabchin that due to the economic crisis and changes in the general environment, the price originally negotiated was no longer suitable, which made Horabuchin was very angry.
Manchester United said that they were still negotiating with Horabchin, but the latter said that the Red Devils were misleading the fans, and the two sides had no contact at all. Manchester United just didn't want to anger fans who wanted Tevez to stay in the team. In fact, recently, there have been many small-scale activities outside the Old Trafford Stadium where fans protest against the club's failure to retain Tevez, and the club is also under a lot of pressure.
The Mirror revealed that in early June, Manchester United will have a final negotiation with Horabchin, and finally put forward a reasonable price in their minds, which is expected to be 15 million pounds, instead of the 28 million negotiated by the two sides. If the other party does not accept it, Manchester United will no longer seek to sign Tevez. At that time It will also be the day when the beast officially bids farewell to Old Trafford.
This discordant episode will be immediately replaced by the news of winning the championship!
At Old Trafford last Saturday, Giggs once again really felt the red bloom of the Manchester United dynasty.
Ten years ago, there were few players left to celebrate with him, but there are more mature C. Rowe and Rooney, Li Yu, who enjoyed the championship for the first time, and Maceda, who is still looking forward to the championship. It's a pity that Macheda didn't get the medal. His goals for Villa and Sunderland may be the key to our championship, but he still has a lot of opportunities. In 10 years, Giggs witnessed the revival of the Red Devils, and he believed that the emerging new Red Devils would continue to maintain the dynasty.
After the final whistle, Giggs, who wore the captain's armband, who represented Manchester United's 805th appearance, smiled. Rooney and Carrick hugged and celebrated, and Vidzic jumped on Kuzchak more excitedly. The Red Devils quickly formed a circle in the center of the field to celebrate the team's victory. Crown." The banners of Rooney, White Bailey, C. Rowe, Magician and Manchester United's 18th Champion are flying in the stands of Old Trafford.
Then the players returned to the locker room to change their clothes. Ferdinand quickly changed into his jersey. Evra held his child, and Tevez's youngest daughter, Florence, also sat next to the "beast". Before Li Yu had time to change clothes, she was wiping the champagne on her head with a towel. The wine stains and sweat were mixed together, which made Li Yu very awkward and changed her clothes. He has been greeting his hair.
Ferguson, dressed in a suit, shook hands with every player to celebrate, Ferdinand, Vidzic, Park Zhixing, and of course Tevez... Although this is likely to be Tevez' last time at Manchester United.
"LEE, our youngest champion, don't you want to celebrate with me?" Ferguson found that Li Yu was still paying attention to his hair and joked.
"Ah! Boss, I'm full of champagne, so I didn't come forward. Now it's clean!" Li Yu said while shaking hands with Ferguson.
After the main lineup shakes hands one by one, it will be the turn of the substitute players.
Although Brown, Maceda, Welbeck and other substitute players failed to make up enough to win the championship medal (10 games), it did not prevent them from taking the lead in feeling the beauty of victory.
Behind Ferguson's smiling face are the cheering main players of the Red Devils. Among them are Vijic and Evra, who came to Manchester United for the year after next, Li Yu, who tasted the Premier League championship for the first time, and Red Devils Legend No. 11 who won the championship for the 11th time...
"This is the longest 90 minutes in history," Ferguson described the championship battle after the game. "There was only one save in the game. It was a cautious game." When asked whether it is of special significance to equal Liverpool's championship record, the Lord said to Sky Sports: "The good show is yet to come. Next year, we will strive to win the championship, so that the record will be more meaningful." Ferguson also praised his disciples: "This is a great team, and we have many excellent players. In terms of this game alone, I am enough to send two different lineups. You know it's not easy to choose between them.
Ferguson admitted that when he started coaching Manchester United, he did not think about tying Liverpool's record. "Because they are the greatest team in this land, this has become a goal, but I didn't expect that we could win 11 championships, which we haven't had in a million years." Ferguson also denied his retirement rumors: "I'm not thinking about this now. I will continue to coach. I will continue to stay at Manchester United as the head coach until my health tells me that I can't retire.
Gary, the old captain who holds the trophy, also hopes to completely surpass Liverpool. "The depth of the lineup throughout the season is the key to success. He is not the owner of our team on the podium. With only 20 players, Machida helped us win the championship trophy, but today he failed to win the medal. This is a great achievement. Liverpool has made us very difficult this season. Next season we will try to defend our title again and surpass them. Giggs also hopes to see the "brilliant glory of four consecutive championships" before retiring. "No team has won four consecutive championships before, so this is also a record worth breaking."
"Defeating Liverpool to win the championship makes this championship more meaningful than in the past." Rooney said, "The past few years have been incredible, and we hope we can continue."
"I believe that this real desire will not subside until the last day of my life. It has nothing to do with the trophy you have won or how much money you have earned. In life, you want to win, or you don't want to win, that's it. Those who have this motivation know that the only key thing is how much you want to succeed. Wenger's words refer to himself, and he is also guiding his old opponent Ferguson. "After a period of underestimation, they have made a good rebound. Now they seem to be the best team in the Premier League. They are."
Yes, it is Ferguson's insatiable desire to win that Manchester United has won championships again and again, accumulating the unique tenacity of the Red Devils. There is no doubt that while Manchester United has become one of the most successful clubs in the world, Ferguson has also become the greatest coach in the history of football in England and even the world.
"Although the players have been changing for more than a decade, people feel that the spirit and temperament of Manchester United have not changed." Brian Robson, the former captain of Manchester United, said that Ferguson inherited Sir Busby's tradition and brought the iron-blooded spirit to Manchester United, which undoubtedly ensures that the Red Devils continue to make progress. After countless times of history, he still hopes to continue to break through himself. Where will the next breakthrough be?
On May 27, in the decisive battle with Barcelona's Roma, if they can win the championship, Manchester United will become the first team to successfully defend its title since the Champions League restructuring. The last time a team defended the championship was the old Champions League era, and AC Milan won twice in 1989 and 1990. If they can do it, Manchester United will not only be the dynasty of England, but also a real king who dominates the whole of Europe and even the world.
Ferguson and his players are well aware of the value of defending the Champions League. At home, we won the championship again, which was a great achievement, and all the fans were great. I have always hoped to do my best. We won the league, and now we are ready to win the Champions League. In the next two or three days, we must pay attention to the Champions League, and everyone wants to win him. Ronaldo said.
"Champion, another champion, only a year after coming to Manchester United, I have won a lot of glory, but no glory can make me more excited than standing on the top of Europe. I am eager to hold the Big Ear Cup after the end of the game, and I am willing to give all I have for it!" Li Yu also expressed her desire for the Champions League for a while.
Regardless of the results of the Champions League, Ferguson and his Manchester United will continue to pursue their dreams, which is another most respectable place for the Red Devils in addition to their achievements.
Many football professionals also came forward to express their views on the Rome final.
Among them is Ferguson's former opponent Mourinho. As a former opponent, Mourinho openly supports Manchester United.
If Manchester United beats Barcelona, it will become the first team to successfully defend its title after the restructuring of the Champions League. At the same time, it will also win the fifth championship this season after the Community Shield, the Club World Cup, the League Cup and the Premier League.
Mourinho said, " Ferguson is a super coach. A victory or defeat at this time in his coaching career will not affect his status. He already has an extraordinary coaching career."
"But of course, if he wins the Champions League final, it will make him the greatest club head coach."
"Fergerson has built a super team. It has won three consecutive Premier League titles and reached the Champions League finals for two consecutive years. This is a real top achievement."
"Manchester United has strength and experience. Ferdinand, Vidić, Cristiano Ronaldo and Rooney are all excellent. Li Yu's performance this season makes the whole world envy their attack line. They have everything in a team: strength, willpower, speed, magic and various solutions."
"It's normal for Manchester United to beat Arsenal in the semi-finals, but you don't need to use words to describe how strong they are in the Premier League's three consecutive championships and two Champions League finals."
Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo also expressed his gratitude to Ferguson, saying, "Manchester United is my home, my heart is here, this is the team I want to play for."
"The head coach believes in the team, and so do I. Since I joined Manchester United, Ferguson is like my second father."
Ferguson plays two roles, both of which have helped me become who I am today. First of all, he may be the most talented coach in the world, and I can learn from him every day. No matter what progress I make, I know that Ferguson can always teach me something more. I know that any advice he gives me may make me better.
"Secondly, he is like my father. Since I joined Manchester United, he has been like my second father. I don't just respect him, I have a feeling for him, just like a child to his father. When he gives me some advice other than football, I will listen carefully, because it will make me a better person.
Of course, some people have also raised tactical questions. Who will keep an eye on Messi? This is the first topic in front of every team that plays against Barcelona.
The Premier League team doesn't seem to scratch their heads on this issue. Both Bosingua and Ashley Cole, who played in Chelsea in the semi-finals, are still on their mission.
In the Rome final on May 27, Messi will face his old opponent in the European game: Red Devils Left Gate Evra.
Evra played against Messi twice in the semi-finals of the UEFA Champions League last year, which did not take advantage of the Argentine genius. In the end, Barcelona played in 180 minutes and was still a duck egg.
Despite his successful experience, Evra still did not dare to be careless. "I feel like standing at the top of the pyramid. I'm not stupid. I know that even a trace of carelessness will make me fall down awkwardly. There is no doubt that it must be an extremely difficult night to face Messi, and I am fully prepared for it. I am full of respect for him, and I also have the confidence to deal with him.
Evra knows that vigilance throughout the game is the key to successfully keeping an eye on Messi. "I'm full of confidence now. People may think I'm conceited, but why should I brag? If I have to face his 20 challenges in the game, I know that as long as there is one careless time, he may seize the opportunity to score goals, and people will think that I am the loser in this contest. I will try my best to have a positive ending to this contest. Sir Alex Ferguson once said in front of the media, 'Messie? Pat can handle it perfectly.' I hope I won't let him down."
Manchester United defeated the Gunners 4-2 away in the Champions League semi-finals. Evra said proudly after the game that it was just a "competition between adults and children".
This angered the Gunners Youth Army. A week later, the league challenged Manchester United. Fabregas, Van Persie and Nasri all got a yellow card for foul on Evra. After the game, Evra's remarks once again made the media in an uproar. "Obviously they don't want me to participate in the Champions League final, just because of what I said before, a Some malicious fouls greeted me. I'm quite disappointed about this. If you like to attack others, you'd better play boxing instead of wasting time on football. I would also like to accompany them to the end off the court, but no referee will take a red card to pull the fight.
The publicity of personality and unscrupulousness in the face of the media are Evra's personal label. He did not intend to change his habits, and even reminded the media that he has been the winner's publicity since the first day he joined Manchester United. "I still remember the first interview when I first joined Manchester United. I said at that time that I didn't come here to play in Europe. I'm here to win the European championship trophy for the team. Now I have won a Champions League, but I still want to win the second one this year, followed by the third one. That's my goal.
The answer given by many people is Evra, but Ferguson himself disdains such an answer. In the opinion of the old Scottish people, defense can't solve the problem at all. The key lies in Manchester United's attack. Li Yu, C Ronaldo and Rooney are enough to make the defense of any European team suddenly collapse. No one It can be guaranteed that there are no loopholes in the front line of Manchester United. This is what Ferguson value. "Winning the final championship for us must be our attack power. I think Barcelona must be thinking about all kinds of ways to curb Manchester United's attack power at this time!"
Guardiola's speaking style is obviously different from that of Ferguson. When facing the media, he always compliments his opponents and talks about his difficulties. "Manchester United is very strong, and we need to do a lot of things, but Manchester United still has the greatest head coach in Europe. The final will be full of suspense, Barcelona If you want to win the championship in the end, you must use all your energy to prepare for the finals!"
The UEFA Champions League final has become the focus of fans all over the world. Perhaps this game is destined to become a history-making Champions League final. The game has not yet started. Europe's most famous investigation agency has made a ratings survey around the world. Only Europe and Asia will have more than 1 billion by then. Watch the game.
And many people seem to have forgotten that the Premier League still has to play the last round...