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Chapter 162 Before the War

In the TV screen, a big boy wearing sunglasses stepped off the Arsenal bus, and a line of subtitles was also displayed at the bottom of the screen.

"That's Fabregas," laughs Richardson. "He's lucky."

In the midweek game, Arsenal beat Blackburn 3-0. Cesc Fabregas stood in front of the goal. Gilberto's header hit Fabregas' leg and scored. At 17 days, he became the youngest goal scorer in the history of Arsenal's senior team.

This is of course a joke. To be able to appear on the ball's line in time at that time is definitely not as simple as luck. A keen sense of smell and excellent awareness are indispensable.

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Cesc Fabregas, the big Spanish boy, has become the new favorite of the Gunners fans, and the media of all major newspapers in England are also flocking to him. However, if you want to talk about the current Premier League, which young man has the most limelight is undoubtedly sitting in the Leeds United club restaurant In front of the TV, Li Rui was watching Fabregas being interviewed.

Scored twice in two consecutive rounds, and captured Old Trafford in the first game, causing Manchester United to suffer a two-game losing streak at the beginning of the league. With his life, the 4:1 bloodbath of St. James' Park, Li Rui even used a goal that can be said to insult St. James' Park and this football city, and became the public enemy of Newcastle, so that the game ended That night, the entire Leeds United team had to rush back to Leeds overnight in embarrassment.

After two consecutive rounds of the Premier League, England's best goal in each round and the best player in the current round, these honors are really shining stars for a rookie in the Premier League.

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On the court, Li Rui showed his sharpness, and off the court, there were many stories surrounding Li Rui. Bowyer's provocative remarks, Newcastle's complaint about Li Rui's alleged provocation of fans, all of these made the English media excited. In addition, Leeds United also has a new head coach named Eddie Gray who has just been nicknamed 'Rogue Coach'. It can be said that Leeds United has now become one of the favorite teams in the English media. Rui is the candied fruit that attracts flies the most in Leeds United.

The local media in Yorkshire were even more excited. After the third round of the league match against Newcastle, they were delighted to find that Leeds United, with one loss and two wins, actually ranked third in the league. Look at the two players ahead of Leeds United. who?

Arsenal and Chelsea, who have won all three games and remain unbeaten!

Leeds' rival Manchester United?In the midweek match, Manchester United, which lost to arch-rival Leeds United in the second round, continued its sluggish state and was tied 0:0 by Everton at home. Now, the vice president of the Premier League is No.5 in the league last season Newcastle, but the second and third are from Manchester, the bottom No.2 Manchester City, the bottom No.3 Manchester United...

A league ranking that took everyone by surprise.

Therefore, this match between Leeds United and Arsenal at home suddenly became the focus of this round of the Premier League. The English media flocked to Leeds, and the enthusiasm of the media surprised even Albertini, who was used to seeing big scenes. .

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During the training in the afternoon, everyone noticed that the number of reporters on the sidelines of the training field suddenly increased. Looking at the long guns and short guns outside the barbed wire, only the veterans who had experienced Leeds United's Champions League semi-finals a few seasons ago , to get back some old memories.

There is no doubt that there is only one reason why the media are so crazy, and that is tomorrow's league match with Arsenal!

"If we beat Arsenal, we will be second in the league?" Looking at the long guns and short guns outside the barbed wire, Milner said excitedly.

"Well, yes, if Chelsea also lose to Southampton, we will be the leaders." Alan Lennon said.

"You two boys. Concentrate on training." Eddie Gray shouted loudly from the sidelines, and suddenly laughed, "Do you want to know why there are so many media? Huh, don't think that you have won two consecutive victories, these media lords will take you Seriously, they're coming for Arsenal, heck, the Frenchman's team is unbeaten in 42 league games."

"Of course; I didn't expect you guys to be able to kill Arsenal... Tsk tsk, are you not convinced?" The Leeds United coach's sinister tone sounded again. After Leeds United defeated Newcastle in the last round, Eddie Gray really It is the letter, in front of the whole team, apologize to the players, 'Okay, I admit, I said the wrong thing, you guys did a great job, but I don't think there is anything to be happy about beating Newcastle, look at you guys Pleasantly so, poor old Robson. '

When he said this, there was a lot of boos below, Alan Lennon whistled, and there was a lot of chaos. Because of Neil Gilckney's injury, the atmosphere in the team was a bit depressed, which was much better.

However, it seems that everyone gradually felt that indeed, we defeated Manchester United, bullying Newcastle, bullying the old man Robson is really nothing, right? It's really a waste of talents, otherwise, with the name of a foreigner and this pair of tongues, you will definitely be able to enjoy it.

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Now hearing that Eddie Gray made another move, using Arsenal as a provocation, everyone giggled, and some whistled. Obviously, the boss's tricks had been ignored.

Leeds United assistant coach Gustavo Poyet gloated at the show, which meant that there was no way around it. Eddie Gray glanced at his assistant and shrugged, "You didn't see, these guys Boy, you don't take Arsenal seriously at all." The implication was that the effect he wanted had been achieved.

"This is not a good thing, we can't underestimate the enemy." The assistant coach of Leeds United frowned.

"Underestimate the enemy? Hahaha." The 'rogue coach' stared into his assistant's eyes and laughed loudly, causing the players to look sideways.

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Gustavo Poyet himself laughed too. He knew he had made a fool of himself. If it spread, the media would probably laugh it off too. Leeds United underestimated Arsenal, the undefeated Arsenal who won the championship last season. Na?Underestimate Arsenal, which has been unbeaten in 42 rounds of the league so far?
"Is it funny?" Leeds United's assistant coach couldn't laugh or cry. Of course, the 'rogue coach' would not give up the opportunity to tease his assistant. He also felt that since Neil Gilckney was seriously injured, the atmosphere in the team was a little bit Something was wrong, he shouted at the players who were training, "Boys, your Mr. Poyet, let me warn you, don't underestimate the enemy, Arsenal is not so easy to deal with."

"a ha ha ha……"

The players were stunned for a moment, and then unscrupulous laughter erupted on the Leeds United training ground, some were whistling, some were stomping their feet, Li Rui was also overjoyed, rolling on the ground, looking at the blue sky, because Ni Milner's injured and depressed mood seemed to be getting better. Milner also ran over, clenched his fists in front of him, pretending to be a microphone, "Li, are you ready for the menacing Arsenal? Will you underestimate the enemy?"

Gustavo Poyet smiled helplessly. He knew that he was being used by that guy again, but now it seems that the effect is good, and the atmosphere of the team is much better. Of course, no one is really arrogant enough to despise The situation of Arsenal, now this Arsenal is one of the most terrifying teams in Europe, even Real Madrid and AC Milan will not feel relaxed when facing Wenger's team.

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"What are they laughing at? Is there anything to be happy about?"

"God only knows."

Standing outside the field, the reporters watching Leeds United's training were stunned. Since the start of the new season, they have watched Everton's training, Middlesbrough's training, and of course Black, who was bloodbathed by Arsenal in the middle of the week. Ben's training, which team faced the opponent Arsenal, did not look serious and serious. Now, killing the unbeaten golden Arsenal has made every team in the Premier League hold their breath. Showing their faces, how can there be a team like Leeds United, who are still laughing and joking on the training ground the day before the game.

The "Yorkshire Post" reporter Robert who stood on the sidelines with other reporters was also a little stunned. To be honest, before the start of the season, the local media in Leeds were very pessimistic about Leeds United's devil's schedule. Manchester United challenged Newcastle away in the third round, and then in the fourth round, they ushered in the powerful Arsenal that broke the unbeaten record at home. Even the most optimistic Leeds people think that they can win in these three games. 2 points is not bad. No one thought that in the first round of the league, after losing to the newly promoted Crystal Palace, Leeds United actually took away 3 points from both Old Trafford and St. James' Park. If you win, you also win beautifully!
Newcastle head coach Robson has been dismissed, Ferguson's Manchester United ranks third from the bottom, and the Red Devils are also facing the pressure of the worst start in decades... All of this is actually thanks to Leeds United. Leeds United, who had a thrilling relegation!

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Robert turned his attention to the training ground. Li Rui, who was dribbling the ball, was the Chinese player who made the media talk a lot. Leeds United unexpectedly used the genius clause to appeal and finally stayed. discovery.

Li Rui received the pass from Pennant, stopped the ball and turned around to shoot, but the ball flew straight into the air. His performance in training was still a bit bad.

The reporters wrote in their notebooks as if they had seen bloody salamanders, "Affected by the Newcastle club's request for additional penalties, Leeds United's Li's condition has been greatly affected..."

I have to say that the nonsense of the English media is awesome.

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After the training was over, it was time for public interviews. The reporters waited outside the training ground for more than an hour. This was the time they were waiting for, and they flocked into the training ground.

On the short road from the training ground to the locker room, the reporters chased every Leeds United player who might stop and talk. Undoubtedly, Li Rui was the one who flocked to Li Rui's side with the most guns and short guns. They were about the upcoming focus game , here at Leeds United, everyone's eyes are on Li Rui, even Arsenal coach Arsene Wenger said bluntly in an interview, "Li, will be the biggest threat, this young man It took only two games to prove myself..."

Of course, in a sense, this game against Arsenal will be the beginning of a real test for Li Rui. However, if Robson's defense against Li Rui is still insufficiently studied at St. James' Park, then after these two games, Li Rui has already exposed himself to all the head coaches and the media. In a match, he will be the focus of the opponent's care...

The real test has come. If Li Rui can't pass this test, he will be like many so-called talented players who have made amazing appearances in the Premier League.

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Li Rui was in a bad mood and didn't intend to pay attention to these reporters at all. However, he seemed to have underestimated the power of these reporters' brown candies. Facing the reporter who was about to put the microphone in his mouth, Li Rui was surrounded I couldn't go anymore, so I had to stop.

"Wenger? He is a respectable coach. I want to thank him for helping me. All I can do is to perform better in tomorrow's game. This is also a respect for Arsenal." Ge, Li Rui also had to answer. Wenger was able to testify for Li Rui in court when the Football Association of England appealed against Li Rui's genius clause brought by Leeds United. Of course, Li Rui will not forget this kindness. Especially when he already knows that he will not join Arsenal, the professor will also attend the hearing.

However, when the reporter asked the Newcastle club about asking for an additional punishment for Li Rui, Li Rui was not so good-tempered, "If you can't get it on the field, you want to get it through other means. The behavior is disgraceful."

Of course, the original words of this sentence are not like this. This is a famous saying of the great grandfather back then, "If you can't get it on the battlefield, don't even try to get it on the negotiating table." 'Li Rui absolutely adores the great grandfather.

The reporters were very excited and wanted to dig deeper. In their opinion, it would be best for Li Rui to yell at him in frustration. Unfortunately, the staff of the Leeds United Club had already prepared to come and help Li Rui out of the siege. Eiya sneaked out of the crowd and ran into the locker room. At this moment, the reporters had no choice.

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As for the other players of Leeds United, they kept their distance from the media. Only Alan Lennon was caught by the media because of his slow running. However, it cannot be ruled out that this kid walked slowly on purpose, waiting to be interviewed by the media. of.

"Arsenal? Unbeaten in 42 games? Well, that's because they didn't touch us!" After two consecutive victories, the youngsters of Leeds United were really full of confidence.

Of course, Alan Lennon's self-confidence, in the eyes of the reporters, is more like a dwarf holding a stone spear, trying to challenge the authority of King Arthur, so funny.

Of course, the important thing is that with the material, it is enough, um, 'Leeds players rave, end Arsenal's undefeated golden stature', this title is not bad, it is enough gimmick.

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Most of the Leeds United players did not cooperate, and the reporters had to turn their attention to the Arsenal players.

Compared with the small family spirit of the Leeds United players, the wealthy players still have the demeanor of the wealthy. At least, when they are interviewed by the media, they are still cooperative.

In terms of dealing with the media, Arsenal's people are much more comfortable than young people like Leeds United who have never seen the world, although what they say is a bit... not so comfortable.

"The performance of Leeds United surprised everyone. This is a difficult team to deal with. The game will be very difficult. We must be very careful. The final victory? I hope it will be us!" Henry said in an interview, "Li? I know him. He is in good form now. It is a joy to play against such a young player."

Of course, the reporter would not be so stupid as to ask why it is worth being happy. This is a polite remark, and even a fool can hear it.

Compared with Henry's more implicit expression of confidence in victory, Arsenal captain Vieira's remarks are a bit bullying——
"Unbeaten in 42 games? This record is the credit of the whole team. We are proud of it. Now everyone is proud of beating us. Yes, the record is for defeating. However, everyone knows that it will not be Leeds United!"

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Vieira's remarks, Li Rui and the others only learned about them on TV during dinner. The arrogance of the Arsenal captain stimulated the young people of Leeds United.

"I'm going to teach this big black man a lesson!" Alan Lennon roared angrily. He was the most depressed. The same words, said from his own mouth, became overwhelmed by the media. But when it came to the Arsenal captain's mouth, it became a strong self-confidence, which hurt the young Leeds United player very much.

"Well, if you dare to beat him up, I'll definitely call an ambulance for you." Milner was eager to try.

"That's right, Aaron, I'll help you watch the wind." Li Rui also leaned over and said that Neil Gilckney has gone to Munich to do the final medical treatment at the German doctor Hans Müller-Wolfart today. Diagnosed and ready for surgery, all Li Rui can do is pray to Neil. Now, he forces himself to put all his energy back on the game, trying to adjust his mood.

"Okay, lads, come in for a meeting." Gustavo Poyet clapped his hands and was about to analyze the tactics of tomorrow's game.

War is imminent.

(End of this chapter)