novelweb Chapter 391 The glory of loyalty, the eve of the rise of the blue moon!
Chapter 391 The glory of loyalty, the eve of the rise of the blue moon!
Under Leeds United's reign of terror.
The only honor that English teams can compete for may be the local cup.
So this season we can also see that their attitude towards Leeds United in the local cup is very different from the past.
The local cup competition was originally meant to train the second tier and give the main lineup room to breathe and recuperate. However, when facing Leeds United, not only did it not relax at all, but it went all out!
Exiting the local cup did not affect Leeds United's morale and team atmosphere.
Due to the streamlined lineup of the team this season, Leeds United's rotation is more diligent, and the playing time of most substitutes and rotation players is much higher than in the past.
After the FA Cup tie with Tottenham, Leeds United faced Tottenham again at Elland Road four days later.
The old Redknapp's mentality was as usual and he would come to Elland Road sooner or later. It was just a coincidence that there was an episode of the FA Cup.
As for Fleet Street, they either joked that Leeds United quickly ushered in the opportunity for "revenge", or encouraged Tottenham to continue their efforts and become a giant killer.
Old Redknapp scoffed.
Instead, he expressed respect and fear for Shen Hao and Leeds United before the game.
He said frankly: "We will face the fears in our hearts and work hard to overcome them. This is about our growth. We naively believe that Leeds United, which we defeated in the FA Cup, is all the opponent's strength, regardless of the strength gap between the two sides. Then this kind of ridiculous naivety will only bring us disaster, and Tottenham will probably encounter an inhumane massacre at Elland Road.
Didn't happen?
Never have any luck or arrogance in front of Leeds United. "
Redknapp Sr's pre-match speech ended up earning a collective ovation from Fleet Street.
Look, this is the old coach’s insight.
Not to mention other teams should keep it in mind, even the coaches in BIG5 should learn from it.
Leeds United put out their main lineup at Elland Road to welcome Tottenham.
Tottenham's main team led by old Redknapp has been fighting continuously. The consumption in the FA Cup in mid-week is not too serious, but in the league, even a slight disadvantage will be infinitely affected by the away environment and the huge strength gap between the two sides. enlarge.
Leeds United did it right from the start, and the indiscriminate bombardment after speeding up made the Leeds United fans cheer for a long time.
Tottenham's defense tried every means to contain Leeds United's offensive, actively defended the zone, committed decisive fouls, and even had wonderful scenes of full-backs frequently blocking the goal to save the ball.
The Tottenham side of Redknapp Spurs have undergone a sea change from the flashy side led by Juande Ramos.
Maybe they are not qualified enough to challenge BIG5, but they have definitely undergone radical changes in their mental temperament and fighting attitude.
Ronaldinho's direct free kick hit the crossbar. Ronaldo's three shots in the penalty area that seemed to be sure to score were all cleared by Tottenham players in front of the goal line!
When the deadlock reached the middle of the second half of the game, Deisler's powerful shot from the penalty area caused the goalkeeper to make a save. Ronaldo followed up with a follow-up shot and finally sent the ball into the goal!
Leeds United fans once felt that there was something dirty and evil in today's game.
But they breathed a sigh of relief after the team broke the deadlock.
Looking back, Spurs earned their respect.
Leeds United methodically controlled the situation and rhythm after taking the lead.
In the last 10 minutes, Tottenham launched a fierce attack, which was predictable and routine.
Leeds United seized the opportunity on a fast break, and Ronaldinho passed the ball accurately and elegantly to assist Deisler with a volley from the right rib of the penalty area to complete the goal.
Leeds United 2:0 Tottenham!
Old Redknapp sighed slightly, but he was not overly disappointed.
The defeat at Elland Road was both expected and would not have a negative impact on their league situation.
If the 19 Premier League teams visit Elland Road, 90% of them will lose the game.
So in fact, there is no point gap between everyone because of facing Leeds United.
It’s fair to say that Leeds United are the overlords.
Treat all teams equally.
After the game, Shen Hao and Redknapp shook hands after the game, and then walked to the players' tunnel together.
Before accepting the post-match interview, Shen Hao saw Tottenham's substitute today, Gareth Bale, in the mixed area of the player tunnel.
A quick glance made Shen Hao thoughtful.
Jamie Redknapp has informed that he will officially retire this summer.
He has also received a job offer from Sky Sports, plus a part-time job writing a column commentating on the Premier League in Fleet Street.
The admission of Jamie Redknapp was a request from the old Redknapp.
In general, Leeds United did not get a burden, but a strong player.
Contributed a lot to Leeds United.
When he retired, he also engraved his name in the hall of legendary stars in white.
Therefore, Shen Hao did not keep an eye on the old Redknapp all these years, racking his brains to get him to honor the favor he owed back then.
But now by chance, the old Redknapp has become the coach of Tottenham.
And there is a player at Tottenham that he has been paying attention to.
Gareth Bell.
Maybe at the right time.
It’s time for Shen Hao to let old Redknapp return the favor.
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In this round of the Premier League, Leeds United once again expanded its lead.
Fleet Street didn't even bother to report that Leeds were ahead of their pursuers... no, by how many points they were ahead of them.
Chaser?
where is it?
Can anyone see Leeds United's tail lights?
Liverpool drew with Stoke City.
In the finale, Manchester United defeated Chelsea 3-0 at home in the red-blue battle.
As you can imagine, Leeds United defeated Manchester United at Old Trafford in the make-up match a week ago.
Manchester United defeated Chelsea at home.
This shows how huge the gap between Chelsea and Leeds United is.
The conflict within the team completely exploded.
Scolari lost the trust of the dressing room.
Abramovich, who had been reclusive, finally showed up, quickly fired Scolari and invited Russian national team coach Hiddink to come part-time to save Chelsea.
Because there may be suspense whether Chelsea can keep fourth place.
Without him, Arsenal won this round and narrowed the points gap with Chelsea.
Leeds United is 13 points ahead of Liverpool, 13 points ahead of Manchester United and 18 points ahead of Chelsea after this round!
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Serie A's winter break is over.
Each team has returned to preparations step by step.
The city of Milan is particularly lively.
The whole world is reporting on the countdown to Kaká joining Manchester City.
Outside Kaka's home, there was no water.
The media reported the progress of the incident as soon as possible.
The fans are repeatedly chanting that they hope Kaká will stay.
When Kaka appeared at the window, he showed off his AC Milan jersey with a smile, announcing that he would stay with the Rossoneri he loved.
The city of Milan is boiling!
The most precious quality in football in this era is indeed displayed in this almost perfect man: loyalty!
He was not bought by money and did not waver in his persistence in his dream.
Fleet Street was the first to report the news.
Manchester City failed to introduce Kaka!
The transfer fee of up to 1.2 million euros opened the door of AC Milan club, and the salary quadrupled but could not bring the Son of God to Manchester!
However, Kaka returned to the room after expressing his stance to the fans. Faced with his disappointed parents, he did not feel any guilt at all.
Even though he comes from a middle-class family, he has never seen such generosity from Manchester City. The weekly salary of 50 pounds is like making him earn his entire career in one contract.
As parents in the high-income group in Brazil, they understand better how easy, free and comfortable life will be if Kaka accepts this contract.
If money doesn’t make people carefree, it must be that the amount of money is not enough.
Manchester City gave enough, but Kaká chose to refuse.
Perhaps because I have never experienced hardship in life since I was a child, I do not have a deeper understanding of the concept of money like my parents did through half a lifetime of experience and witnessing the changes of the times.
Kaka has a dream, a dream about football.
Kaka has regrets, the 2007 Champions League final.
Kaka still wants to fight bloody battles.
But he knew that AC Milan was no longer suitable for him.
AC Milan fans only basked in the light of loyalty exuded by Kaka, but ignored that before Kaka made his decision, the AC Milan club had already approved Manchester City's offer.
He is no longer for sale.
He is not the one who was rejected by Real Madrid five years ago when Abramovich offered Raul 1 million euros.
If there is one, there are two. The difference is just how much money the next buyer will spend to impress AC Milan.
And next time, Kaka still faces a choice.
Staying is an explanation to the fans.
If faced with a choice next time, Kaká will give AC Milan an explanation.
The club wants to cash in on him and cannot be turned down by him again and again.
Leaving also satisfies the club's final arrangements for him.
The hustle and bustle dissipated.
Kaka's father came to his room.
Facing his father who was hesitant to speak, Kaka smiled calmly and said: "If you give me another chance, I want to go to the Premier League."
Kaka's father was instantly relieved.
He worries that his child's foolish loyalty will become a stumbling block for his future.
Loyalty has a unique and precious value in the eyes of fans.
But in the eyes of the club, it is often full of variables.
When I need you, your loyalty is astonishing.
When you are not needed, your loyalty becomes a burden, which will bring negative impact on the club's reputation and make you despised.
Such as the moment when Real Madrid gave up on Redondo.
The greatest dream in the hearts of Brazilian children is to wear the jersey of the national team, and the Brazilian legend who can shine must be the hero of Brazil to win the Hercules Cup.
The most dazzling Brazilian legends currently in service are none other than Ronaldo and Ronaldinho.
And they are all in the Premier League.
They are all in that team that has created scars in Kaka's heart that are difficult to recover from.
It was a magical team, a place where both Ronaldo and Ronaldinho personally said they were with the gods.
Kaka's devotion to God originated from that miraculous recovery when he was nearly paralyzed after falling in a swimming pool when he was young.
So he is grateful. When he is able to chase his dreams and ride on the green grass, every time he scores a goal, he will point his fingers to the sky and thank God for allowing him to realize his own value in life.
If you want to leave AC Milan.
He must go to the place where the divine residence is to experience it for himself.
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Leeds United, eliminated from the domestic cup, face an easier schedule in January.
There was no fighting in the middle of the week and the team was able to fully rest.
Visit Manchester City on the weekend in mid-January.
Manchester City's record is better than the same period, but not by much.
Their fans were a bit upset.
It’s uncomfortable to have money and not be able to spend it!
They were full of expectations since the winter transfer window opened, but fell into disappointment time and time again.
Shen Hao was absolutely right about one thing.
Apart from the attraction of money, Manchester City has no other attraction.
Stars need a competitive team to compete for honors.
Rising stars need a more mature team that suits their own style and characteristics to improve their strength. In addition to the team environment and atmosphere, what is more important is a convincing head coach.
Obviously, Mark Hughes will win the respect of his peers, but he will not be able to convince the stars and emerging stars.
So Mark Hughes was under a lot of pressure, so much so that even though he improved Manchester City's record, he couldn't satisfy the management.
Manchester City management realized that they needed a respected and famous manager to expand their territory.
In the early days of the club's massive expansion, appeal was more important than anything else.
Only in this way can we first attract high-level players to vote.
Only money can impress a dissolute samba boy like Robinho who makes no secret of his greed for money.
And problems came one after another. Robinho, a star with the mentality of "technical poverty alleviation", actually has no honors, but because he has been in a wealthy club, he is naturally arrogant in Manchester City.
Therefore, he cannot be a leader or a core player. He will have some outstanding performances, but he needs the whole team to accommodate his arrogance.
The head coach's authority is difficult to consolidate or even demonstrate.
If things go on like this, it will be a sign of chaos.
In the first half of the league clash, Manchester City led by Mark Hughes was completely defeated by Leeds United.
Mark Hughes, who returned home, showed off the same tactics he used when coaching Blackburn Rovers.
down to earth.
But the scene made Manchester City fans and management frown and continue to feel uncomfortable.
Facing Leeds United's attack, Manchester City retreated on defense, gritted their teeth and took the beating, struggling to hold on.
In the end, it was only at the cost of two players being dyed red that they managed to keep the goal at home!
Leeds United fans were depressed instead.
Nearly 30 shots were blasted but nothing came of it.
Manchester City's tenacity is admirable, but it cannot satisfy Manchester City fans.
Even if people who have money don't want to go out of their way to be chic, they still have to live decently.
If a team with money can only take beatings on the court without fighting back, wouldn't it be meaningless to get rich?
Mark Hughes worked hard to get a point back at home. After the game, he expressed with emotion how difficult it was to draw with the European king.
Little did he know that his performance from the team to him would only make the fans and management more dissatisfied.
Even if they can't put on a high profile and be arrogant against BIG5, they can't be as cowardly as a small team, as if a draw with Leeds United is like victory.
I'm afraid Mark Hughes himself didn't realize that although he was wearing a suit branded with the Manchester City team crest, he was still the limited soul he had when coaching Blackburn.
But these were all exposed to the eyes of Manchester City executives and Manchester City fans.
It took Manchester City fans half a century to rise again, to revive, and to regain the hope of reaching the top of English football more than 40 years ago.
Whether they are gray-haired or new generation fans, they never want to live another day of the past few decades.
Once you have money, good times should come.
They want to shake their fists at the strong teams, instead of living hard and trembling under the majesty of the strong teams!
What they need is a head coach who can carry their will and ambition to challenge the throne, rather than just crawling in front of the throne to live a more nourishing life.