champion godfather

Chapter 628
England's exit made the British media the next day full of grief and feathers.

Someone accused McLaren of ruining the best England in history-in the eyes of the English, their team is the strongest in history at any time.

Some lament the coming of the end of the world.

Others were sour that no Euros would be complete without England, the birthplace of modern football.

There is also a group of people who calmly analyzed the reasons for this defeat, analyzed and analyzed, and finally came to the conclusion that there is nothing wrong with our players, and it is McLaren who has a problem, so they asked the FA to start preparing to choose new players. cool job.

Tang En didn't follow along to join in the fun. What he wanted to say was finished before the game, and what he said now was just copy and pasted, nothing new.McLaren has many problems in selection and tactical arrangements. He is born to be an assistant coach, not a head coach.Twain has said this point countless times since McLaren came to power, but no one listened. Now that those people in England have finally received their retribution, Twain is too lazy to add insult to injury.

The two weeks without a league game didn't make Tang En feel bored, because a lot of things happened in between.Mourinho is gone, he scolded Abramovich impulsively and offended Chelsea... I wonder if he will have the feeling of "this is a new season" when the league starts again ?

Don has returned, two days later than expected.Tang said that because of Tang Jing, she was taken to have dinner with her father, and spent another day in the country, which wasted time.Hearing this, Tang En wanted to tease Tang very much, even the other party's parents had met.But in the end it still didn't come out.

Tang who came back brought Shania a brocade handkerchief as a gift, and Tang En brought back a box of CDs as a gift.

Tang En felt very strange.

"All the videos of that talent show, including those that were shown on TV and those that were not," Tang explained.

Tang En was even more strange: "I didn't ask you to bring these things back. I'm not very interested in that draft..."

Don cut him off: "Just watch it when you're bored and see what a football draft would look like."

Tang En thought to himself how could it be boring, with Shania by his side, he would always find something to do.

Within two days of his thinking like this, Shania packed her bags and said goodbye.

Shania also left Nottingham two days after England lost next summer.Christmas is just around the corner and her busiest time of the year begins.

This is not the first time Twain and Shania have parted ways like this. Ever since Shania became a first-line supermodel, they have never spent Christmas together. Ya delivered a large Totoro doll as a Christmas present, never broken.The two chatted on the phone, even if they were together.

But this time, when Shania was packing her luggage in her room, Tang En stood at the door and watched her busy back.

"I'll be very busy next year, right? Walking shows, shooting commercials, acting as endorsements... and filming."

"Well, the good times are coming to an end." Shania stretched, then she suddenly turned around and looked at Tang En. "Reluctant to let me go, Uncle Tony?"

Tang En was a little at a loss when asked this question. He murmured for a long time before saying, "You're gone...there's no one to cook for me."

Shania smiled: "It's a bad excuse. The food I cook is not good."

"Actually...it's okay if you get used to it." Tang En scratched his head.

Shania didn't speak anymore, she continued to pack things with a smile.

In fact, there is nothing to pack. No matter where she goes, she only needs to bring some clothes and small toys. A small suitcase can hold them all, but Shania always thinks that the clothes are not neatly folded. There are folds that shouldn't be there, so I put them in and take them out, then spread them out and fold them again, which took some time.

Until they all heard a car horn from outside.

"It's Mr. Fasal." Shania walked to the bed, opened the curtains, and looked down.

"Let's go, don't miss the plane." Tang En stepped aside from the door.

Shania picked up the suitcase and walked to Tang En, but Tang En took it from her hand. "I'll send you out the door."

Shania didn't refuse, and followed Tang En downstairs.

"When will you come back next time?" Standing in front of the gate, Tang En asked Shania who was approving coats.

"March next year." Shania said.According to the work schedule arranged by her agent Fasal, she only had a period of rest in March, ten days, and then went to Los Angeles, USA to prepare for filming.Although there are only a few shots and no lines, but because I want to develop and develop here, it is necessary to stay longer.She needs to get into that circle a little bit more. Tom Cruise and Chris Glonia will introduce her to more people. In Hollywood, having more friends means having more paths.

After she was dressed, Shania stood at the door. Instead of opening the door, she turned around and looked at Tang En.

"Can I give you a hug, Uncle Tony? Take it as parting..." She opened her arms, and Tang En hugged her before she finished speaking.

"Goodbye, Shania."

"Goodbye, Uncle Tony."

The two separated. Tang En opened the door and went out first carrying the suitcase. Fasar came forward to take the suitcase and put it in the trunk of the car. Shania followed, opened the car door and got in.

"See you again, Uncle Tony." Sitting in the car, she waved to Tang En.

Tang En also waved to her, then he turned around and whispered to Fasal: "Please, Mr. Fasal."

Fasal smiled: "Please rest assured, Mr. Tang En."

The two shook hands and bid farewell. Tang En stood on the side of the street and watched Shania's car disappear around the corner before returning home.

As soon as he was about to enter, he heard the door of the next house rang, and Tang pushed the door open.

"Shania is gone?"

"You've been...why don't you come out and say goodbye?"

Tang shook his head: "Forget it, I'll come out...not very good."

Tang En glared at him.The current Tang is far from the Tang he knew from memory when he traveled through time...

A lot of cheerful personality wow...

He decided to take revenge. "You and Tang Jing..."

"By the way, I have something else to do." Tang didn't wait for Tang En to say anything, he retreated and closed the door.

"Hey!" Tang En stood outside alone and rolled his eyes.

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With Shania gone, Dunn sometimes felt a little lonely.But this is only the feeling that comes after returning home. After returning home from the training base with Tang, he opened the door and saw an empty room. No one jumped out and smiled and said to him to eat delicious food tonight. There are still some discomforts.

It's no wonder for him, this period is the longest time Shania and Tang En have been together alone, and he is used to the days when there are people waiting for him every day when he returns home.I can't go back to my previous single life for a while.

A few times he and Tang opened the doors of their respective houses, and Tang went in, but Tang En was still standing at the door in a daze.Because it was pitch black and there was no one there, he thought he had opened the wrong door.

In the first few days, this symptom is frequent and prominent.Later, as time passed, it gradually improved.Sometimes he and Tang would go to Kenny Burns's bar for dinner, drink some wine and chat. Of course, Tang still didn't drink alcohol, but only drank water.Sometimes, they stop by a fast food restaurant on their way home to pick up a casual takeaway.Sometimes, when I feel better and have more time, I choose to go home and do it myself.

In fact, the bachelor is used to it...it is easy to get used to it again.

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Just two days after Shania left, the Forest team ushered in a new round of the league.On November 24, Nottingham Forest challenged Arsenal away.

Due to the fact that they just played the national team game, a large number of players on both sides were exhausted and excluded from the starting list, or even the big list.

For example, Beckham did not appear in the starting lineup.

England's elimination left him in a low mood and his form seemed to be affected.Tang En was worried that Beckham's foot injury would recur because of this, so he didn't let him start.

Starting instead of Beckham was Lennon, who was also selected for England but sat on the bench for nine and 10 minutes.On the left, Ribery also did not appear in the starting lineup. In consideration of the more intensive schedule later, Twain had to allow some more important players to rest at this time, even if doing so would affect the team's current results.

George Wood started the game and formed the center with van der Vaart.Bendtner started again on the striker, partnering with Eastwood.Other positions have not changed much.

Arsenal played the strongest lineup they could at their home court, except for those who couldn't play due to injuries.

Wenger doesn't want to lose to the Forest team at home. Now Arsenal are temporarily ranked first, but Manchester United has the same points as them. If they lose to the Forest team, they will temporarily lose the league championship. .

Dunn also didn't want to lose to Arsenal. The lineup he arranged in the away game was still the forest team's best defensive counterattack. He only needed to defend firmly, and then wait for an opportunity to sneak in a goal to drag the game into their most familiar rhythm. .

But how is it possible that everything always goes as expected and luck is always so good?

In the opening 4 minutes, Arsenal took the lead in scoring, Fabregas's long-range shot pierced the gate guarded by Edwin van der Sar.

After the start of this season, the performance of several young people in the wealthy team is shocking.

Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo is no longer the "lone ranger" who only knew how to dribble and play tricks. This season, Ferguson used him as the core of Manchester United's offense, even at the expense of Rooney, just to make him explode. Greater energy.Sure enough... Now the top scorer in the league is not any Zhengyin striker, but this midfielder.

Liverpool's newly introduced Spanish "golden boy" Torres this season does not appear to be unadapted to the Premier League. He can score goals when he comes, and he still scores consecutively.

As for Arsenal.Many people were surprised that Henry left Barcelona before the season, and it also made them not optimistic about Arsenal's prospects for the new season.Unexpectedly, when people questioned Arsenal's striker ability, their midfielder Cesc Fabregas stood up.This young man who was stared at by Wood in the FA Youth Cup and suffered a lot has fully matured. He can not only rely on his own passing to create opportunities for the team's offense, but also when the forwards cannot score. When the ball is on the ball, you can also rely on your own shots to attack the team for the team.

Just like this game.Twain's defenders blocked Adebayor. George Wood's misplacement allowed Fabregas to find a chance to get in and shoot. The football flew straight into the top corner of the goal. Van der Sar tried his best but still couldn't Stopping Arsenal's lead.

This time, Tang En was forced to press out and attack Arsenal, because Arsenal was different from other opponents.If Arsenal's goal advantage is allowed and they continue to insist on defensive counterattacks, it will be a thankless task for the Forest team-Arsenal may not score again, but in order to cope with their offense, the Forest team The offense needs to be sacrificed, and the final result is likely to be that the Forest team lost the game unwillingly.

Dunn chose to confront Arsenal.Of course he knew what this decision meant, but Dunn didn't think that if he played against Arsenal with his team's offensive strength, he would definitely lose.

Therefore, the next game is a blessing for the fans...

The two sides fought against each other at the Emirates Stadium, you come and go, the attack is very lively.

Arsenal is a team that is good at offense. Their offensive routines are rich and varied, and their offense is smooth and flowing. The tacit cooperation between several people is pleasing to the eye, which can be called "art football".

Nottingham Forest's offense is not as artistic as Arsenal's. They don't pay much attention to the subtle cooperation between a few people. They pay more attention to quickness, directness and aggressiveness. Speed ​​and strength are important elements to detonate the passion of the audience.Petrov and Lennon's speedy breakthroughs on the two wings can cause a huge wave of shouts in the stands every time. Whether it is cheering or booing, it sounds quite lively.

To sum up, Arsenal's offense is full of beauty and refreshing.The Forest team's offense lacks exquisite and delicate aesthetics, but it is quite atmospheric.This has a lot to do with the personal style of the coaches of the two teams.

"Professor" Wenger is a gentle person most of the time, even if he loses his temper, he just closes the door and refuses to eat.Twain was different. With his flamboyant personality, the team he trained would naturally be a little flamboyant.

No.307 minutes, Nottingham Forest's unremitting efforts to attack finally knocked on Arsenal's goal.

Bendtner's header was fast and fierce, and Almunia couldn't react in time. He could only block the football with his chest, but he didn't have time to hug it.At that time, there was a mess in front of Arsenal's gate, and it was impossible to see anything clearly from the outside.The football that popped out was stabbed first by Eastwood who followed, and the football slowly rolled in among the chaotic army...

The two sides tied, and the score lasted until halftime.

Twain made some adjustments during the intermission. He allowed Van der Vaart to be more free.

At the beginning of the second half of the game, the two teams did not make any personnel adjustments, even the tactical arrangements. It seems that Wenger is also determined to use Arsenal's best attack to defeat Nottingham Forest at his home court.

Tony Twain also had the same intention. He glanced at Wenger and grinned at him.

In 9 minutes of the game, Arsenal took the lead again.This time it was their captain William Gallas who scored the goal.Headed the goal with a corner kick.

Five minutes later, Arsenal scored the third goal.The person who scored this time was Eduardo da Silva who had just helped the team defeat England in the last European Cup qualifier.Wenger put him on three minutes ago and he scored.

The Emirates Stadium roared with cheers. Scoring two goals within 5 minutes is a huge blow to the morale of any opponent.

Then, Tang En made a desperate move and replaced Leighton Barnes with Gareth Bale, who had played two games for the Welsh team before. The attack from the wing was more determined and sharp, and he also asked George Wood to actively participate in the offense and not to worry too much about defense.

In the No.801 minute, Nottingham Forest's indiscriminate bombing finally paid off.

George Wood's active fighting in the frontcourt grabbed a chance for the Forest team. After he passed the football to Ribery, the Forest team took advantage of the situation and turned to counterattack on the spot.

For this backcourt conceded, Arsenal seemed a little underprepared.You must know that what Wood grabbed was Hleb's ball, and he is known as the "dribbling genius" who can dribble the most.But it was this dribbling genius who did not accept Fabregas' suggestion to ask him to pass the ball when facing Wood, but planned to single out.I want to rely on my current state to get past this so-called "defensive monster".

Wood successfully intercepted the ball from Hleb's feet with his anticipation and strong body, and the Forest team launched a counterattack.Although Cesc Fabregas expected that Hleb might lose the ball, he did not expect the Forest team to launch a counterattack so quickly. Even if he went to defend Ribery, it was still a step too late, allowing the Frenchman to pass the football.Petrov cut inside to draw Arsenal's attention, Bale told him to come in, received Ribéry's overhead ball, and then he crossed...not a high ball, but a low ball, in the chaos In the penalty area, whoever sweeps it may score a goal.Such a pass made Arsenal's defenders quite afraid when defending, for fear of creating an own goal.Of course, there are people who are not afraid, such as William Gallas.He stretched out his legs to shovel, but the football passed quickly in front of his toes, and Bendtner didn't touch the football when he interfered with him. Goalkeepers Almunia and Eastwood were also shaken.

Just when everyone thought the football would pass by the goal without any risk, a figure wearing a yellow Forest team away jersey flashed by. He fell to the ground and shoveled the shot. The football was on his toes, changed direction and crashed into the net. ...

"Alan Lennon!!"

Lennon scored the Forest team's second goal, but this only narrowed the gap between the two sides from two goals to one goal. If Dunn does not want the team to lose the game, he has to fight back within the remaining 10 minutes. Inside, continue to attack and try to equalize the score.

At this time, Wenger chose to defend. He let the team recover in a planned way and put on a defensive posture.

Tang En didn't expect this move at all, he thought Wenger would fight him to the end...

The Forest team launched a crazy counterattack in the last 10 minutes and got many good opportunities.It's a pity that they won't score, and after 10 minutes of indiscriminate bombing, there is still no way to score.

In the end, Tony Twain had no choice but to accept the result: he bravely fought against Arsenal for 10 minutes, satisfying the TV commentators, the media, and the fans, but not himself.

So after the game, when he was blocked by a group of excited reporters, who asked him why he chose to attack, he shrugged helplessly: "Is everyone satisfied now?" Then he turned and walked away.

(End of this chapter)