Chapter 894 Full of Fighting Spirit
June 5th.
Sun Haoyang and his wife are at home in Beijing.
Once the TV at home is turned on, it often stays in the center five for a long time, and today is no exception.
"I am now in the square outside Berlin's Olympiastadion. From yesterday to before the final, Manchester United and Barcelona will take turns conducting field adaptability training in the morning and afternoon in the past three days, so there is currently no way for reporters to enter."
The middle-aged reporter on the screen smiled and said: "This much-anticipated final has attracted the attention of football circles all over Europe and even the world. It is said that the King of Spain and Prince Charles of the United Kingdom will be present in person."
"Although we were unable to enter the stadium, we saw many Chinese fans coming from afar and saw countless five-star red flags. I believe these can give Sun Wu confidence and strength just like four years ago!"
Sun Haoyang shrugged, waved to his parents who could not fly because of their old age, picked up the suitcase and left quickly. For such an important game, he and his wife needed to be present.
In fact, these did give Sun Wu strength... Every time he walked out of the hotel, he could see those unfamiliar but familiar faces, and the five-star red flags flying.
That scene four years ago made Sun Wu unparalleled in the domestic sports world, and "Singing the Motherland" has become Sun Wu's most prominent symbol in the country.
There are still two days before the game, and all kinds of true and false news are emerging one after another. It is said that Mourinho is likely to take over at Old Trafford, and there are also rumors that Pedro and Enrique have fallen out, and there are even rumors that there is a dispute. Rizman will defect to Camp Nou after the season ends...
In fact, the last one is impossible. Griezmann's new contract with Manchester United has been signed, with a weekly salary of 180,000 pounds, currently the highest salary in the team.
Sun Wu's contract extension has not been signed yet. He needs to wait until the final. After Pochettino leaves, he first signs a one-year coaching contract, because the summer transfer window officially opens on the second day of the final.
However, the British media, the Spanish media and even the local German media found it a bit strange. Everyone remembers Best’s various provocations, various shouts, and various small actions before the final four years ago...
"There is no need." Mourinho laughed while sitting in the live broadcast room: "But this is Best's idea."
Lineker nodded, "This Manchester United is much better than Schalke 04... Of course,
Schalke 04 was also great that year, with Cavani, Aubameyang, Neuer and Rakitic. "
"Not only that, Best is now stronger. Four years ago, Best had weaknesses, but now he is almost perfect, in organization, passing, movement, investment, shooting, free kicks and long-distance shooting. The passing is also very good." Mourinho coughed, "As long as Best doesn't pass people continuously, he is perfect!"
"Hahaha..." Lineker laughed, "Jose, you will be partnering with Mortensen to commentate on this final the day after tomorrow. Who do you think has a greater winning rate?"
"It's hard to say, it's really hard to say." Mourinho shook his head, "But it is certain that Best will never appear behind the defense as a sweeper again. This final will definitely be exciting."
"Seven years ago, Barcelona defeated Manchester United 2-0 in the final. Last season in the Champions League group stage, Manchester United had the upper hand with one win and one draw at home and away." Lineker lowered his head and looked at the information. "Physically speaking, Manchester United did not win. For the FA Cup final, the rest period is longer and the physical reserves are better, while Barcelona will play the King’s Cup final on May 1st and only fly to Berlin on June 2nd.”
"In terms of injuries... Manchester United does not have any injured players. Lukaku, who was injured before, has returned, but he has not been included in the squad."
"For Barcelona, Vermaelen has returned. He played in the last two games of the league. Suarez was injured in the last round of the league, but he played the entirety of the Copa del Rey final. The most important thing is Iniesta. He was injured in the Copa del Rey final and Barcelona has not revealed the extent of the injury so far.”
"Manchester United has certain advantages in both aspects." Lineker looked at Mourinho, "Jose, what is the comparison of the strength of the players on both sides?"
"Ter Stegen and De Gea are both excellent and in line with the team's tactics." Mourinho said slowly: "The forwards are undoubtedly better, but Barcelona needs to be wary of Best's intervention. And Mane's pace."
"Midfield... Haha, I don't think there is any comparison. Barcelona's midfield is very special. The two sides are not of the same type. I doubt whether Schneiderlin, Fletcher, and Herrera can be free. To deal with Iniesta and Rakitic."
"You mean, the presence of sn will make Manchester United's midfield exhausted?" Lineker did not refute, but added: "Have you forgotten Best?"
Mourinho stopped laughing, "Well, it's true that Best is a variable... The outcome of this final depends largely on whether he can effectively assist in defense and whether he can provide enough support to the forwards."
"Jose, do you think Barcelona has a better chance of winning?"
"It is impossible to judge the result from the strength and condition of the players, but from a tactical perspective, Barcelona has the upper hand." Mourinho replied: "For Manchester United, this is a very difficult game. Sn can play in the frontcourt No matter where a threat is created, what is even more terrifying is the chemical reaction between them..."
Lineker has nothing to say, 12 goals and 66 assists, this data says it all.
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After watching the live broadcast while sitting in the temporary office, Sun Wu shrugged, "They don't think much of us."
None of the colleagues beside him said a word, and the tactical board surrounded by them was painted in a mess, with vertical and horizontal lines that were dazzling.
This time, Sun Wu was very quiet, but Barcelona was not quiet. Although Enrique repeatedly tried to suppress the atmosphere, the speeches of Vermaelen, Alves, and Alaba still made Barcelona bloom like flowers. The fire cooks the oil.
Because, if he defeats Manchester United and lifts the Big Ears Cup, Enrique will be able to complete the feat that Guardiola once accomplished and lead Barcelona to become the Triple Crown winner in his first year in office!
Triple Crowns are very rare in the history of European football and require high-level coaches, high-level players, a stable and efficient club management system, and luck.
Celtic, Ajax, PSV in ancient times, then Manchester United in 1999, and Barcelona in 2009.
There are five clubs in total, but no team has won the championship twice so far. Barcelona may make history!
All this makes Barcelona very proud!
but!
All this also made Sun Wu full of fighting spirit!
Defeat Barcelona on such a stage...I am excited just thinking about Sun Wu!