Super Marshal

"Hello!"

In front of the visiting team's coaching bench at Manchester's Old Trafford Stadium, Gao Han sneezed heavily through his mask.

"Oh, my God, is that old man Ferguson scolding me?"

Behind the mask, Gao Han spoke with a heavy cold accent, but he didn't forget to turn around and glance at Ferguson in front of the home team's coaching bench. The latter was roaring angrily towards the court, and he would curse at her at every turn. God knows. Who are you scolding?

"You, don't worry about it, sit back quickly." Cantarero advised with concern.

Since I got caught in the rain at San Siro last week, I caught a cold the next day due to the high cold.

The temperature difference in Milan has changed greatly this season, and Gao Han has to lead the team to fight everywhere. As a result, he has not recovered from his cold, and he still wears a mask to direct games.

Gao Han was also a little tired. He walked back to the coaching bench, sat down and really didn't want to stand up again.

After playing the first leg of Manchester United's game, he led the team to play an away game in Serie A non-stop. The terrible thing was that the opponent was Reggina, which is in the south of Italy. From south to north, plus running back and forth, he almost lost it. Gao Han's fate.

But two days after returning to Milan, I flew directly to Manchester.

As a result, Manchester was really miserable at this time. It didn't rain, but it was nearly 20 degrees during the day and only three or four degrees at night. It really made people kneel down.

As soon as he arrived in Manchester, Gao Han felt that his cold had gotten worse.

"The weather here is so damn bad!" Gao Han cursed angrily.

Guardiola next to him handed Gao Han the hot water bottle. Gao Han unscrewed the lid and took a sip. He still felt dizzy and felt something was wrong.

However, Inter Milan's performance on the court reassured him.

After winning 3-0 at home and challenging Manchester United away, Gao Han's strategy was to defend and counterattack.

The reason for this arrangement is mainly to take into account the difference in Manchester United's home and away performances.

In this season's UEFA Champions League, the Red Devils and Manchester United always perform poorly in away games, but they win all the way at their home court. They are a typical home team and away team. Therefore, Inter Milan's away tactics are relatively safe.

Objectively speaking, the heavy rain in the battle in Milan was indeed more beneficial to Inter Milan. In the water battle, Manchester United could not show the speed at all, let alone Rooney, even Giggs, who is very delicate at his feet. There were a lot of mistakes in passing and receiving, especially mid-to-long distance passes.

The reason why Manchester United makes frequent mistakes in passing and receiving is due to this factor.

On the other hand, Inter Milan is very skilled in passing and receiving in a small area. There is not much pressure on passing and receiving, but they are more adaptable to rainy days.

But after returning to Old Trafford, Manchester United will obviously perform more vigorously on a familiar venue.

Facts have proved that in tonight's game, the Red Devils did perform better at their home court. They did not lose morale because they were trailing 3-0 in the first round. Instead, they attacked Inter Milan's defense in one go from the whistle. .

Once Ferguson's team plays its own rhythm, it is still very sharp and vigorous.

But Inter Milan is not a fuel-saving lamp. Coming from Serie A, they pay close attention to defense, and it is difficult for Manchester United to break through.

Throughout the first half, the Red Devils attacked the first half with all their might. In the second half, they changed sides and fought again, but their offensive continued unabated.

"Ferguson is Ferguson after all, and Manchester United is still Manchester United."

Seeing the high morale of the Red Devils players on the court, Gao Han couldn't help but praise with sincerity.

Apart from anything else, with just this energy, the strength of the Red Devils and Manchester United will definitely not be weak.

As the godfather of Manchester United, Ferguson has engraved his character in the soul of Manchester United. He will never give up any hope until the last moment. This trait has never been lost by the Red Devils.

In 1999, they relied on this spirit to reverse Juventus and Bayern Munich, and finally won the Champions League. Now, after losing 0-3 in the first round, the second round went into the second half, and it was still zero. Than zero, but they still have not given up hope, and are still actively looking for opportunities.

"Ferguson is indeed a respectable opponent." Guardiola nodded in praise.

Gao Han looked at his assistant and smiled slightly knowing that Ferguson was one of Guardiola's most respected head coaches.

"To be honest, it's a bit regretful to beat such a team with your own hands."

When Guardiola and Cantarero heard this and looked at Gao Han's serious look, they almost laughed out loud. It's okay for you to be narcissistic. You still tormented Ferguson like this. No wonder he wanted to scold you.

If Ferguson next door hears this, he will probably fight you for his life.

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"Is this kid a tortoise tonight?"

Ferguson turned his head, glanced at Gao Han who was sitting back in the coaching bench, and cursed angrily.

"You fought so hard in the first round, why did you shrink back in the second round? Can you be any more cowardly?"

Assistant coach Carlos Queiroz smiled bitterly as he listened.

Gao Han had three goals in his hand in the first round and still fought hard in the second round. Gao Han was definitely screwed.

Uh... No, he seems to have actually played like this.

It can only be said that Gao Han's formation is very strange and completely unpredictable.

how to say?

He is always able to create big surprises for his opponents in some details that others have not noticed.

"You still have to be careful, whether it is Cristiano Ronaldo or Adriano, they are always ready to counterattack." Queiroz reminded cautiously.

In 2003, he accepted the invitation of then Real Madrid chairman Florentino to coach the Galacticos. However, he left get out of class in despair a year later. Ferguson took the initiative to invite him to return to Manchester United and continue to serve as the chief assistant coach.

Therefore, Queiroz still has full respect for Ferguson, and he wholeheartedly supports him.

And he also knows Ferguson very well and knows that the Scottish coach's wish is to win another Champions League title before retiring.

But the 0-3 loss in the first round pushed Manchester United to a dead end.

"Gao Han is really good at using people." Ferguson praised on a whim. "Look at Cristiano Ronaldo, who originally played on the right, but after he moved to the left, he showed his huge potential."

"Yes, together with Messi and Kaka, he should be regarded as the most powerful star in the new generation of football today, with unlimited potential."

As a Portuguese, Queiroz also paid attention to Cristiano Ronaldo and even persuaded Ferguson to introduce him. However, Atletico Madrid did not consider letting him go at that time, and Cristiano Ronaldo did not want to come to Manchester United.

I have to say that this is indeed quite regrettable.

"It's been seventy minutes, should we wrap it up?" Queiroz reminded.

Looking at the situation on the field, Manchester United has been unable to attack for a long time and is somewhat at the end of its strength. Inter Milan has been holding back, but this is obviously not Gao Han's character. He will probably press it out at the last moment.

But Ferguson shook his head, his eyes flashing with a sharp look.

"Just being given a clean sheet by our opponent is definitely not our style at Manchester United."

The old man's tone was very calm, but it was sonorous and powerful, making it difficult for people to doubt his determination.

Queiroz has followed Ferguson for many years and he knows Ferguson's character well.

Lost, basically lost, but he wanted a goal.

It’s not about victory or defeat, it’s just about dignity.

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As Queiroz guessed, Inter Milan really launched a mad attack at the last moment.

Starting from the 70th minute, Gao Han suddenly replaced Figo and Maicon, replaced Yaya Toure and Zanetti to strengthen the team's offense, and Inter Milan quickly launched a wave of offensive.

In the 78th minute, the Nerazzurri launched an offensive. Cristiano Ronaldo crossed into the penalty area. After receiving a low pass from Maicon on the right, he volleyed directly with his right foot, opening the scoring for Inter Milan.

Just four minutes later, there was another wave of Inter Milan's attack. Figo took the ball in the middle and turned around to get rid of Carrick, and went straight into the penalty area. After Ibrahimovic used his body to hold Ferdinand, he caught the ball and turned around to push. , once again broke Manchester United's goal.

With a two-goal lead and a total score of 5-0, Inter Milan is already guaranteed victory.

But at the last moment, Ferguson resolutely replaced Fletcher with Solskjaer and continued to strengthen the team's offense.

Finally, in the 88th minute, it was Solskjaer's assist that gave Rooney a chance to hit the goal from close range. Cesar was helpless and was eventually scored by Manchester United.

One to two, the total score is 1 to 5, Manchester United is proud to be defeated.

The fast-paced offense and defense in the last twenty minutes pushed the atmosphere of the game to the highest level. It was like a movie that had been prepared for a long time and the conflict exploded at the last moment, which made people watch it heartily.

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The game whistle sounded, and Inter Milan celebrated the team's advancement.

Ferguson seemed to have a normal expression. After sending all the players back to the locker room, he took the initiative to shake hands with Gao Han, made an appointment to have a drink together after the game, and returned to the coaching bench.

"Carlos, go to Porto later and help me check out Pepe."

"Pepe?" Queiroz was a little surprised.

"Yeah." Ferguson nodded, "Gao Han has great respect for this central defender. It's time for us to strengthen our defense."

Among the players recommended by Gao Han, Ferguson thought about it and decided that Pepe was the most suitable for Manchester United.

At least he has proven himself in the Champions League.

"By the way, after watching Pepe, you can take a trip to Slovakia."

"Why are you going to Slovakia?" Queiroz was surprised again.

"Gao Han told me that there is a 19-year-old midfielder in Kosice named Nemanja Matic. He is the main midfielder in Kosice this season. He has performed very well and has extraordinary potential. Please help me take a look. , they should now be in the second round of the double round robin."

The Slovak league is different from other leagues. There are only twelve teams in total. After the first round of double round-robin, the top eight teams in the standings will automatically enter the second round of double round-robin to determine the championship.

"Nemanja Matic?" Queiroz silently read this unfamiliar name, obviously having no impression.

But Gao Han's ability to tap talents is well-known. Even Queiroz, who has trained Portugal's golden generation, has to feel ashamed, and he dare not doubt it easily now.

"I will ask Martin to go to Germany later and have some contact with Bayer Leverkusen."

"Rene Adler?" Queiroz thought of the German goalkeeper on Manchester United's scouting list.

"Well, Gao Han is also very positive about his abilities. I plan to bring him to Manchester United as soon as possible."

When he said this, Ferguson's eyes showed determination.

In the past few years, Manchester United has not only performed poorly in the Champions League, but has also lost its previous dominance in the Premier League, and has been suppressed by Chelsea for several consecutive seasons.

Now, he clearly feels that he is getting closer to retirement, and he feels that he must seize the time to take a big gamble.

Moreover, Gao Han's strong recommendation gave him enough confidence.

It's time to fight for your life!