Super Marshal

After Manchester City scored two goals, the game could be said to have lost suspense.

But Manchester United still refused to give up easily, and Ferguson still kept encouraging the players to persist.

After Gao Han took the two-goal lead, he also made substitution adjustments successively. Especially after entering the 80th minute, he used up the remaining two substitutions in one go, replacing many main players and taking a rest.

Manchester United played very hard in this final, but Manchester City also had a hard time.

It wasn't until the 88th minute of the game that Manchester United finally seized an opportunity.

Giggs passed the ball from the left, and Rooney jumped into the penalty area and hit the ball on the legs of Javi Martinez. It changed direction and turned into the goal guarded by Cech, one to two.

Afterwards, Manchester United wanted to pursue the victory, but Manchester City quickly changed colors.

Especially in the first minute of stoppage time, Javi Martinez launched the attack with a long pass, and Sturridge drove straight in to form a single goal. If it weren't for Van der Sar's quick reaction, Sturridge would undoubtedly have scored the goal.

The game ended 2-1, with Manchester City defeating their city rivals Manchester United and winning the first championship trophy of the new season.

At the moment the final whistle sounded, the entire Wembley Stadium turned into a sea of ​​celebration for Manchester City fans.

The last time Manchester City won the English top league championship was in 1968, more than 40 years ago, and the last time they won the FA Cup was in 1969, also 40 years ago. one Year.

In comparison, the League Cup championship is the closest. One was won in 1976, but it was already more than 30 years ago.

As a veteran team in the Premier League, Manchester City's championship honors look extremely shabby against the backdrop of its rivals in the same city.

But now, tonight, in this Wembley Stadium, which has special significance to English football, Manchester City defeated Manchester United 2-1 and won the first cup championship of the new season. The countless Manchester City who came to the scene The fans were extremely moved, and many couldn't help crying when the whistle sounded.

How many years have they been waiting for this moment?

Now it’s finally happened!

Not only the fans in the stands were excited, but the players in the stadium were also excited.

As the captain of the team, Xabi Alonso, as usual, still led his teammates to salute the Manchester City fans in the stands and thank them for supporting the team on the spot. After that, they all walked towards Gao Han and threw Gao Han away without waiting for Gao Han to resist. Up in the air.

It wasn't until the organizer's staff came to inform that the award ceremony was about to begin that the players put down the cold.

As soon as everyone heard that they were going to receive the award, they immediately rushed towards the award-winning stands at Wembley Stadium.

This made Gao Han stand in the field and couldn't help laughing.

Finally, it lived up to the expectations of fans, players and management.

"What? Aren't you going to accept the award?" Ferguson's voice suddenly sounded from behind.

Gao Han turned back, smiled at Ferguson, stretched out his hand, shook hands with him vigorously, and gave him a polite hug. Then he chuckled and replied: "This League Cup is too small, and the important thing is to get a big one."

Ferguson first pretended to be surprised, and then laughed.

Among the many top league trophies in England, the League Cup is indeed the smallest, smaller than the Community Shield. This seems to underline the influence of this cup. It is also the smallest among many cups, and even a bit tasteless.

Many teams competing in European competitions would never consider making a difference in the League Cup because they are not cost-effective.

Ferguson also understood the profound meaning of Gao Han's words, "I'm afraid it has to be the biggest trophy to satisfy you."

Gao Han smiled noncommittally.

What Ferguson was talking about was the Saint-Bride Cup of the Champions League, and that was indeed Gao Han's pursuit of coaching Manchester City.

To be honest, with Manchester City's amazing investment and the trust and support they have given Gao Han, Gao Han is very sure that he can get it.

"Tell me the truth, what do you think is our biggest problem at Manchester United right now?" Ferguson asked with concern.

"You don't know?" Gao Han didn't believe it. He felt that Ferguson must know.

Ferguson didn't answer, he just smiled and said, "I want to hear your opinion."

Gao Han nodded slightly, "The team is strong, I think."

"How to say?"

Gao Han hesitated for a moment, then took a deep look at Ferguson, and suddenly his expression became serious, "Old man, let me tell you the truth, according to your current style of play, the longer you stay as Manchester United coach, the longer you stay as Manchester United coach. The more damage it does to this team, I guarantee you, once it's time for you to leave, you'll be left with a mess."

After hearing this, Ferguson smiled bitterly and shook his head, "What you said is really honest."

Gao Han shrugged, I've always been so honest and frank, don't you know?

Ferguson rarely refuted Gao Han's words. Instead, he was silent for a short while and then let out a long sigh.

Every family has its cupboard!

Gao Han was very aware of Ferguson's dilemma at this moment, and also understood Ferguson's intentions.

Whether it is for Manchester United, the Premier League, or even world football, Ferguson is an insurmountable monument, especially his deep feelings for Manchester United, which are beyond the comprehension of ordinary people.

On the one hand, he is responsible to the club management and even the Glazer family. The team is now heavily in debt and cannot afford more transfer budget to support his transfer needs, so buying Benzema has to be very careful. .

But everyone knows that buying young players is like scratching a lottery ticket, which is hard to say.

But on the other hand, Ferguson clearly knows that his coaching career has entered the end. He hopes that he can retire in a more dignified way, so it is impossible for him to carry out such traumatic reforms to Manchester United.

It can be said that under the checks and balances of these two factors, Ferguson simply did not have many choices in the transfer market.

Especially in this era where player values ​​are rising.

But can you blame Ferguson?

Gao Han wouldn't think so, because no one in Ferguson's position would do better than him.

Perhaps, this is the twilight of heroes.

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After receiving the championship trophy at Manchester City, amid a long stream of ribbons and cheers, Xabi Alonso raised the League Cup championship trophy high and accepted the cheers and cheers from all the fans in the audience.

But the award ceremony passed quickly, and the Manchester City players returned to the locker room one after another with the championship trophy.

After the team arrived in the locker room, owner Mansour, accompanied by chairman Mubarak and technical director Paul Futrey, went to the locker room in person, congratulated all the players on the spot, and thanked the players and staff for their hard work for the club. Only then can we win the first championship trophy in Manchester City's history after more than 30 years.

Mansour was also very proud and personally promised that the club would immediately fulfill all bonus promises. At the same time, every player and employee would receive a generous championship gift. He also encouraged all players to keep up their efforts and strive for success this season. There have been gains in the Premier League and the FA Cup, especially the FA Cup.

The Premier League has reached this point, and it can be said that the ownership of the championship is already very clear. It will be no surprise for Manchester City to win.

Mansour promised that as long as the team can win the FA Cup and the Triple Crown after the League and League Cup, the team will distribute a generous bonus to each player.

There must be a brave man under a heavy reward, and Mansour's move quickly boosted the morale in the locker room.

After sending away Mansour, they quickly welcomed chief scout David Harrison.

The Manchester City scout knocked on the door of the Manchester City dressing room with Raheem Sterling, his parents, and agent Jorge Mendes, and they were allowed in after receiving Gao Han's permission.

This is the first time Gao Han has seen Sterling in person. Before, it was all photos and videos.

This fifteen-year-old youngster gives him the impression that he is short. He is really quite short. Although he should be able to grow taller depending on his age, he is probably only about 1.7 meters at most and will not be any taller. This is in the UK. He is considered short among players.

But being short also has the advantage of being short. It gives people a very flexible feeling, like a vigorous cheetah. Even if it is a new arrival, he entered the Manchester City dressing room and met Gao Han and many big-name superstars. He didn't look the least bit... He had stage fright, but his eyes were more curious, which made Gao Han secretly praise him.

Any player who wants to make a difference on the professional court must have a big heart, no matter how old he is, whether he is famous or not, and no matter who he faces.

To put it simply, if a player's heart is not big enough and he is easily timid, then how can he compete on the court?

On the contrary, it is a good thing for people like Sterling who are very curious about everything and are not afraid of tigers.

At least he dared to rush forward.

"How's it going? Are you interested in coming to Manchester City?" Gao Han looked at the young man in front of him with a smile.

Other players in the locker room also looked at Sterling with interest. This fifteen-year-old boy seems to be quite popular with the boss. He is also the most popular young player in England in recent times and has been selected. England U16 national team.

At this time, Sterling became a little nervous. He looked around, and when he realized that everyone was looking at him, he asked hesitantly: "Then...can I play for you?"

There was a burst of laughter in the locker room.

You are only fifteen years old and you want to play?

You know, the youngest appearance record in the Premier League is 16 years and 198 days. On the contrary, both La Liga and Serie A have appearance records for players aged 15, but does this make sense?

Playing the game too early is not necessarily a good thing for the players.

Of course, Gao Han would definitely not say that. He smiled and said, "I'm afraid I can't promise you this now. It depends on your next performance and your performance in training, but I can promise you that You have the opportunity to train with the first team once a week."

"Really?" Sterling was excited and full of surprise.

Gao Han nodded with a smile. This is a youth training policy he implemented in Manchester City, allowing outstanding players from the youth team to participate in training with the first team every week. The purpose is to motivate the players and also allow the young players in the youth training camp to learn from the first team. Learn from the team's stars and stimulate their progress.

This is also a way to develop young players.

Sterling's parents always stood behind him with a smile and did not stop their son from communicating with Gao Han. From this, it is not difficult to see that their attitude is actually very leaning towards Manchester City.

As for agent Jorge Mendes, Sterling was originally recommended to him by Gao Han. How could he refuse?

"Think about it and come to our Manchester City." Gao Han said with a smile.

Sterling looked back at his parents, then turned to look at superstars such as Kaka and Cristiano Ronaldo, and then looked at Gao Han. He nodded heavily, "Well, but can you promise me something?" thing?"

"What?" Gao Han asked.

Sterling took out a notepad and a pen from his pocket, "Sign your name for me." After saying that, he handed it to Gao Han.

Suddenly, the entire locker room burst into laughter again.