Chapter 1,218 Before the Game

It seems that Ferguson takes this Manchester City derby very seriously. He calls this derby the best derby in 25 years.

However, judging from Gao Xiaodong's training before the game, Ferguson still did not regard Manchester City as a real opponent in his heart. He still believed that Manchester City was just a "noisy neighbor", or at most a neighbor in better condition.

In fact, this is normal. After all, Manchester City has been under the suppression of Manchester United for more than 20 years and has never had a chance to stand out. This sense of superiority that has accumulated for more than 20 years is not so easy to remove.

Gao Xiaodong is an exception. He has only joined Manchester United for a year. His sense of superiority is not that strong and he can look at the opponent Manchester City more clearly.

After training the day before the game, Gao Xiaodong did not go home immediately. He asked Pogba to sit in his car for a while and went straight to Ferguson's office.

Ferguson was studying a tactical board and was a little surprised when he saw Gao Xiaodong coming in, "Xiaodong, are you okay?"

That's Ferguson, he speaks so directly, but Gao Xiaodong likes it.

"Head, in the past two days of training, I feel that my teammates seem to be underestimating the enemy."

Gao Xiaodong was also blunt. In fact, he had noticed it a long time ago. He just wanted to see if Ferguson would point it out, so he kept it secret.

Ferguson was stunned for a moment and said with a smile: "Why don't you think they have high self-confidence?"

Gao Xiaodong said: "I think Manchester City is better than Chelsea, but we obviously do not regard Manchester City as a rival of Chelsea's level."

Ferguson said: "Do you think Manchester City is better than Chelsea? Manchester City are just strong on the outside but weak on the inside. Their real combat effectiveness cannot be compared with Chelsea. They are just an upstart mercenary army."

Ferguson is one of the best coaches in the world, but as he approaches seventy, he is becoming increasingly stubborn. Although Manchester City's record is right in front of him, it is still difficult for him to change his view of Manchester City.

With the majesty of Sir Alex Ferguson, other players would not dare to say anything. Gao Xiaodong was favored by Ferguson and was not afraid of him. He continued: "I think Manchester City this season is different from last season. We cannot be careless. "

Ferguson said confidently: "Xiaodong, you are worrying too much. Even though Manchester City has many soldiers and generals and has not suffered a defeat, as long as we score first tomorrow, they will be scared. If we score two goals, the battle can basically be over."

"Okay, coach, I think the record is the best explanation, we should be more careful.

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Ferguson smiled and said: "You kid, I will be careful. Look, I'm still studying tactics."

Ferguson looked relaxed, as if he was laughing at Gao Xiaodong's unfounded worries.

Gao Xiaodong seemed unable to convince Ferguson, and had no choice. As a player and captain, he could only remind the coach, and it was impossible to change the coach's decision.

After bidding farewell to Ferguson, Gao Xiaodong returned to the car. Pogba asked curiously: "Brother Gao, why are you looking for the coach?"

"Tell me about our training, I think..."

Gao Xiaodong started the car and drove towards Cheshire.

Before Gao Xiaodong could finish speaking, Pogba hurriedly interrupted: "Brother Gao, have you ever praised me to the coach?"

Pogba has not been able to get a chance to play recently. He is a little depressed and even a little anxious.

Gao Xiaodong didn't have time to tell Ferguson this, but he didn't want to upset his younger brother, and said: "I mentioned you before, but there are so many tough battles now, and you young substitutes have no chance. When these tough battles are over, maybe you There will be playing time.”

Black people are optimistic. Pogba originally had no intention of playing the main team this season. He was very happy to hear that. He was twisting and singing in Gao Xiaodong's car, as if he saw the hope of starting.

He sent Pogba home on the way, and ten minutes later, Gao Xiaodong also returned to his home in Cheshire.

As soon as he entered the door, Gao Xiaodong saw Balotelli.

Balotelli was playing barefoot on Gao Xiaodong's small football field.

Balotelli is Manchester City's main striker, and Gao Xiaodong is the core of Manchester United's midfield. The two teams will play tomorrow. Even if Balotelli and Gao Xiaodong have a good relationship, they generally have to avoid suspicion at this time and cannot visit each other.

But Balotelli is not an ordinary person. He was able to break into Manchester United's training base to visit last time. It is normal for him to come to Gao Xiaodong's house this time.

Seeing Gao Xiaodong's car coming in, Balotelli shouted happily, "Gao, I've been waiting for you for a long time, now you watch me shoot a moving target."

After saying that, Balotelli kicked the ball toward Gao Xiaodong's Audi R 8.

Balotelli had some mental problems, but his footwork was absolutely fine. This kick hit Gao Xiaodong's car glass.

"Bang!" The ball flew out.

Fortunately, Gao Xiaodong's car had bulletproof glass, otherwise, he would have had to replace the car glass today.

Gao Xiaodong thought Balotelli would be done with it after a while, but he didn't expect Balotelli to be satisfied. When Gao Xiaodong got out of the car, he then volleyed the ball towards Gao Xiaodong's butt.

This time it was a standard sneak attack.

Gao Xiaodong was closing the car door with his back turned, so there was no way he could see Balotelli playing football.

But Gao Xiaodong is not an ordinary person. His super glasses will allow him to have nearly twice the field of vision of ordinary people. Balotelli's hitting action was just seen by Gao Xiaodong.

Gao Xiaodong suddenly turned around, fired a volley, and kicked the ball back intact.

Balotelli was about to applaud, but unexpectedly the jersey flew over faster.

Balotelli couldn't avoid it, and the ball hit his chest.

Monkey and Xiao Le, who were standing at the door of the hall, couldn't help laughing and applauding.

"Haha, God Ba, you brought it upon yourself."

"Haha, God Ba, you know how powerful Xiaodong is."

"Want to plot against Xiaodong? God Ba, you are still a bit immature."

"What's too tender is just a lack of heart."

…

Monkey and Xiao Le spoke in English mixed with Chinese, and Balotelli couldn't understand them either.

"Gao, how did you do that?" Balotelli asked in shock.

Gao Xiaodong smiled and said: "Keep it secret. First tell me why you came to my house."

Balotelli said: "It's okay. I'm a little bored. I'll come and chat with you."

Gao Xiaodong was speechless after hearing this. Is this time to chat?

Gao Xiaodong said: "Aren't you going to compete tomorrow?"

Balotelli said: "What's the conflict between playing and chatting? I'm tired of playing other games, so I just want to come back and stay at home with my family, or my brothers and my girlfriend. I He’s grown up too.”

Gao Xiaodong was speechless. If you want to stay at home, just stay at home. Why did you come to my house?

But now that you are here, you cannot drive them away. China is a country of etiquette, how can you be like foreigners?

"Okay, you have grown up, Bashen. Do you want to practice on my court now, or go back to the living room and drink tea with me."

Anyone else would have gone over to drink tea with the owner, but Balotelli said: "Then I'll play some ball, and you can play with me."

Gao Xiaodong waved his hands repeatedly, "I don't know how to play. I'm tired after a day of training. You can play while I take a rest."

Gao Xiaodong changed his clothes and drank a cup of tea. He heard no movement outside. When he came out, he saw that Balotelli was gone.

"Damn it! A genius child." Gao Xiaodong could only smile and shake his head.