There is a dream called football

After 90 minutes, the score was still 0-0, and Manchester United left the stadium amid huge boos from Camp Nou.

Rijkaard could only shake his head at this result, but fortunately, it was just a draw and no goals were conceded. As long as there were no away goals in the two rounds, the situation was pretty good.

During the interview, Rijkaard still maintained his elegant smile.

"I am basically satisfied with the result. After all, there were no away goals. In this case, we only need to score one when we go to Old Trafford, and then the opponent needs to score two. If we score two, the opponent needs to score three."

Anyway, we are always the one in the lead.”

"What do you think of your opponent?"

"Obviously, the opponent is very strong, at least much stronger than I imagined. I think we need to re-understand Manchester United. Many people thought we were the favorites to win the championship in the previous games, but now it seems that may not be the case."

"Will Barcelona be conservative away from home?"

Because it seemed that the score of 0-0 allowed Barcelona to play more conservatively, but Rijkaard smiled.

"I don't think I will be conservative, because Barcelona's football style is like that. I think as long as we play our football style, everything will be under our control."

"Then I want to wish Barcelona good luck."

"Thanks."

When it was Ferguson's turn, Sir Alex first commented on the game.

"We performed well and met my expectations. We achieved everything I hoped for. It's a pity that there is no away goal, but it's nothing. We will definitely score at home and I hope the result will be good."

"What about the referee's penalty?"

Ferguson smiled. He knew what the reporter meant and he would not be fooled.

"Let UEFA decide on the refereeing matter. That's not something our head coach should comment on, is it?"

*****

A week later, Barcelona came to Manchester. The whole team was star-studded. The two legs of the Champions League semi-finals would end within a week. They were commonly known as back-to-back games. The intensity of this competition was evident.

Before the game, public opinion was still more optimistic about Barcelona, ​​because 0-0 in the first round did give Barcelona an advantage, while Manchester United would be slightly inferior in terms of strength. Although the gap is not big, in a master matchup, a small gap may determine the final outcome.

result.

Before the game, Ferguson was still very optimistic about the game. Sir Alex Ferguson has always been very domineering in front of the media, and everyone knows this.

"I have been coaching Manchester United for 20 years and have encountered more difficulties than this, so I think it is nothing because I have seen tougher ones. I think we will advance. You have been emphasizing that we have no away goals. I do not deny this.

, but so what?”

"The sky won't fall."

Rijkaard is also more cautious about the media, "You know football is very easy to talk about. You only need to say some tactical things, but football is obviously difficult to play with your feet, so I don't think I can

I think too much about the outside world's opinions on my tactics. I'm a little tired of talking about football with my mouth. Everything depends on the second round of the game."

*****

Old Trafford.

Dream Theater.

A huge tifo is ready.

This tifo has no text, to be precise, there is no English text. From left to right are the FA Cup Champions Trophy, League Trophy, and Champions League Trophy.

And below is 1999.

What does this mean?

It is self-evident for Manchester United people to dream back to 1999, which was the most glorious season in the history of Manchester United and the most glorious moment of the Manchester United dynasty.

In subsequent seasons, the triple crown has always been a distant dream.

It’s not an early exit from the FA Cup.

Even though they were eliminated from the Champions League early, at the end of the season, Manchester United often only have one or two championships left to chase. But this year's Manchester United is different. They still maintain their dreams in three fronts.

During the warm-up at Old Trafford before the game, the singing was extremely loud.

And the huge tifo made Barcelona feel quite shocked. This is a team with history.

"Sir, take us to relive 1999."

This was the huge cry from the fans in the audience.

When Ferguson appeared, he first waved to the fans in the stands.

This feeling is wonderful, and I have to say that a person like Ferguson who has experienced many battles will also be infected by this atmosphere.

The players on the pitch are even more proud, especially the newcomers who have not won any honors on behalf of Manchester United. They feel that their predecessors have inherited their legacy. This feeling is amazing.

Rijkaard was a little worried about this, so he called the players over, "I know what Manchester United is going to do. They want to bring us into their rhythm, but we can't do this, because then we will lose."

Already."

"Remember, I expect that when the game starts, Manchester United will get the start and knock us out with a flurry of punches, but we don't need to be afraid of anything, because they can't knock us out. The victory belongs to Barcelona."

At this time, it was time for Martin Taylor and Alan Smith before the game.

Because it is in the UK, it is not difficult for them to get two commentary positions, and it will not be as crowded as at Camp Nou.

"Alan, we are back at home. Do you feel more comfortable?"

Martin Taylor This is obviously a pun.

Smith also laughed.

"It's a little more comfortable, but the pressure is also high. We are surrounded by our fellow British people, and these people put a lot of pressure on us."

"Really? That proves that you are a newcomer. I am not worried at all."

"Ha ha."

Closer to home, the two will tease each other for a while, but they will eventually return to the game. Whether it is national sentiment or being British sports media, the two of them must emotionally support Manchester United, so they are also worried about Manchester United.

Yes, because from the last game, Barcelona seems to be really strong.

"I think the midfield formed by Deco, Xavi and Iniesta is indeed too strong and it is difficult to lose the ball in the midfield."

"Yes, the statistics I got after the game are amazing. Barcelona only made one mistake in passing the ball in the midfield."

Alan Smith added: "In tennis terms it's an unforced error."

"That's right."

Just as the two were talking about the game, the Champions League theme song sounded, which meant that the game was about to start.

"The game is about to start, let's just focus on the game."

"After 90 minutes, Manchester United fans will know the result of their team."

"We hope for a good result."