green star

Chapter 164 Starry Night

Li Rui looked at Bergkamp. For this Dutchman, most Chinese fans liked him very much, and Li Rui was no exception. He remembered that some fans in China even commented on the 'Ice Prince' like this— —
"In this era, to watch the purest football,
One is to go to Madrid and watch Zidane's wonderful performance,

One is to go to Highbury and watch Bergkamp dance gracefully,
when they left,
Maybe it means that art football will also leave us. "

Although these words are a bit exaggerated, no one would think that there is anything wrong with using them on these two people.

And Bergkamp's appearance at the moment is also very suitable for his identity as the "Ice Prince". The Dutch veteran stood upright as always, looking at the end of the player's tunnel, he knew that there was a green field and his own Countless memories... This may be the last season of Bergkamp's career. Although both Wenger and Arsenal fans are trying to keep him for another season, Bergkamp is still Hesitating.

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Cesc Fabregas stood in the middle of the visiting team preparing to enter the field. Beside him was today's home team, Leeds United. As soon as the Leeds United players came over, the big Spanish boy began to line up in the opponent's line, looking for the No. 11 player. There is a saying that stories between geniuses always start with hostility. Although this statement is a bit exaggerated, at least, at this time, Cesc Fabregas has absolutely no love for Li Rui.

The white Leeds United jersey has a big number and name on the back: No. 11, LEE!

Looking at Li Rui's back, Cesc Fabregas was stunned for a moment. He felt that this back was a little familiar to him. Thinking about it this way, the feeling became more and more familiar. He finally remembered, yes, this morning, that The Asian young man who ran past the shade outside the hotel, memories and reality merged, the big Spanish boy withdrew his gaze, and looked straight at the end of the player's tunnel...

Li Rui felt that someone was watching him all the time, he turned his head away, but Henry's smile appeared in front of his eyes.

"Li?" Henry nodded.

"Hello, Thierry." Li Rui retracted his gaze from looking for that person, and greeted Henry.

"Good job," Henry said. "I was talking about your goal at Old Trafford, haha, you know, we don't like Manchester United."

Henry's frankness made Li Rui laugh too. He didn't speak, because the three referees looked back at the players on both sides, which meant that they were about to enter the field, and the chat was over, guys.

Following the referee's slight nod, the players on both sides looked serious. From this moment on, they were opponents. During the 90 minutes of the game, they could not wait to beat each other to the ground! !

The voice of the radio at Elland Road Stadium sounded, "Let us welcome today's participating parties, Arsenal and Leeds United————!"

Albertini and Vieira, the captains of the two sides who have not communicated with each other, looked at each other at this time, nodded and smiled, then waved their arms almost at the same time, and let out a low growl——
"Okay. It's time, come on!"

"Play!!"

22 warriors, 22 fighters, 22 men, each with their heads held high, strode towards the field, passing through the somewhat narrow player corridor, the crazy cheers of the stadium became clearer and clearer, walking out of the player corridor, a surge of passion The heat wave is coming...

Instantly ignites all hormones!
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This night is definitely a sleepless night for everyone at Elland Road Stadium. CCTV's commentator Huang Jianxiang who came to Elland Road Stadium is also one of them. This CCTV gold medal commentator has also come to the World Cup He had commented with the scene of the European Cup, but this tried and tested commentator, the moment he stepped into the Elland Road Stadium, he knew that today's feeling is very special, so special that people... can easily get excited!
The Elland Road Stadium, which can accommodate 40242 people, can no longer find an empty seat. Countless astigmatism lights illuminate the stadium like daytime, and the silhouettes of light intersect on the green grass. Lights, banners, waves of people, all The cheers of the waves are higher than the waves, all of which give people the feeling of soul shock.

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"From the commentary booth where I was, it was overwhelming white, which is the main color of Leeds United. The game is about to start, and everyone is ready to cheer and applaud their heroes as they enter the field. It’s gone.” At this time, Huang Jianxiang saw a touch of red in his eyes, such a familiar red... In the corner of the KOP stand where the diehard fans of Leeds United were sitting, a dozen huge five-star red flags stood on the night of Elland Road. In the wind, fluttering in the wind... so chic and handsome... so heart-warming, people can't help but feel excited.

"What did we see, in the KOP stand where the die-hard Elland Road fans were, there were a large number of Chinese fans, they were there, yes, my eyes can't be wrong, the five-star red flag is there, as far as I know You know, there are not many overseas Chinese in Leeds, so where do they come from? Manchester? London? Or Birmingham? These are not important anymore. The important thing is that they came, they came for Li Rui, they came It’s gone!!!” Huang Jianxiang’s magnetic and passionate commentary voice was transmitted to thousands of households in front of the TV through electromagnetic waves. What is denied is that Huang Jianxiang himself, he is emotional...

In front of the TV, Li Haisheng gently patted the back of his wife Zhang Huifen's hand. The mother worried about the son traveling thousands of miles. Yes, I will be able to see her son in a while. Seeing so many Chinese and overseas Chinese cheering for her son on the field, Li Haisheng also Feeling a sore nose, this middle-aged man wants to say something to these compatriots——
"Thank you!"

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"How long has Elland Road been out of the limelight? One year? Two years? Three years? We've been out of the spotlight for too long, we've been out of Europe for too long, and today, this game, because we Our opponents, we are in the spotlight, but, sorry, Cockney, please watch, this is Elland Road, this is the battlefield of the White Roses, this is the site of the heroic Leeds United lads... Please forgive us, we will not Let you wish!!!"

Williams' provocative commentary detonated the entire Elland Road Stadium, and the white tide in the KOP stands began to rise, "Leeds United! Leeds United! We love you Leeds! Leeds! Leeds!"

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With the announcement of the stadium announcer, players from both sides are ready to enter the field.

Holding the ball, the referee was the first to walk out from the player tunnel. Behind him, 22 green field fighters will come out!
All eyes are on the exit of the player tunnel! !

Immediately afterwards, there will be Henry, Vieira, Bergkamp... Albertini, Alan Smith, Richardson, Alan Lennon... Leeds United New hero - Lee! ! !
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The first to step out was Arsenal's captain Vieira. The French star was booed frantically by the entire stadium. Vieira's disparaging comments before the game made him unpopular at Elland Road. The one who followed, the owner of the Elland Road Stadium, did not give any face to the guests who came here with the good mood of making history. From superstars like Henry to rookies like Cesc Fabregas, they all suffered. boos at Elland Road.

"Okay, guys, now, let's cheer for our Leeds heroes...!" Williams yelled.

The Leeds United fans responded to him with warm applause and cheers. As Williams called out his names, the entire stadium fell into a sea of ​​applause...

"It feels great." Williams licked his mouth, "Today, there was a lad, this is his first league game at Elland Road, but I have to say, I fell in love with this lad, he It fascinates me so much, let this young man accept the craziest Elland Road cheers, let us cheer his name together..."

"...Lee!!!...Lee..." The entire stadium seemed to explode, and the fans stood up one after another, giving the most sincere and warmest applause!
This was Li Rui's debut at the Elland Road Stadium. However, this Chinese boy has become the darling of this stadium. The fans who love and hate give this boy the highest courtesy he can get!

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The enthusiasm erupting from the Elland Road Stadium made Li Rui stunned. This kid never realized that he was already so popular here. This was just his first show at Elland Road, that's all, but , Li Rui knew that he was shocked, he was even a little flattered!
"We saw that Li Rui is so popular in this stadium. He is the darling of this stadium and the darling of Leeds United fans. This young man only took 2 games to make the fans like him." The camera was aimed at Li Rui, and Huang Jianxiang even had an illusion that Li Rui seemed to be blushing. This 19-year-old boy seemed a little bit reluctant to let go in front of such a big scene. It was hard to imagine that it was this young man who made Ferguson very anxious. , Let England's famous coach Robson even lose his job because of him.

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"Let's take a look at the starting lists of both sides. Arsenal is like this. The goalkeeper is No. 1 Lehmann. The defense line, from left to right, is No. 3 Ashley Cole, No. 12 Lauren, 23 No. Campbell, No. 28 Toure, midfielder, double midfielder No. 4 captain Vieira, No. 15 Cesc Fabregas, in addition, No. 7 Pires, No. 10 Bergkamp, ​​and Henry on the forward line and Reyes..."

"For Leeds United, the goalkeeper is No. 1 Carson. On the back line, from left to right are No. 16 Ian Hart, No. 3 Radebe, No. 2 Dubury, No. 15 Richardson, and No. 8 Richardson. On the pitch, Milner is No. 5, Albertini is No. 7, Alan Lennon is No. 14, Pennant is No. [-], and Li Rui and Alan Smith are on the forward line."

"In this game, Arsenal will make history as long as they don't lose, and if Leeds United can beat Arsenal in an upset, then Leeds United will at least be able to rank No.2 in the league... This is also the last three seasons of Leeds United. The best ranking..." Huang Jianxiang began to introduce some situations of this match.

"Henry ... Vieira ... Bergkamp ... Reyes ... Pires ... Campbell ... Albertini ... Alan Smith ... We would rather add Li Rui to the list." Huang Jianxiang smiled Say, "What a starry night."

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When the players from both sides shook hands, Henry whispered something in Li Rui's ear, "Work hard, young man."

This moved Li Rui a little. Henry didn't seem to have the slightest airs, but no one would ignore the aura of this one of the best shooters in today's football.

"Come on! Leeds United!" The players of Leeds United formed a circle and yelled three times, and then dispersed according to the formation.

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In the middle circle, Li Rui lowered his head and touched the turf of the Elland Road Stadium. It was no different from that of the Old Trafford Stadium, but Li Rui felt a burst of excitement in his heart.This is his first home game.

Amidst the deafening singing, Li Rui placed the ball on the kick-off point. He lifted his jersey and wiped the sweat from his forehead. Seeing that his partner seemed a little nervous, Alan Smith patted Li Rui on the shoulder, not forgetting a humorous gesture. Put, "Don't worry, Lee, no one will boo you even if you behave badly, you are more popular than me now."

Li Rui didn't smile, he nodded, looked at his feet, and stepped on the turf, as if a war horse was preparing for a battle before charging...

The referee Michael looked at his watch, tightened his whistle, and blew the whistle for the start of the game. In the 2004-2005 season, the most watched game in the fourth round of the English Premier League was at Elland Road Stadium, Leeds The game of United VS Arsenal has begun.

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Arsenal kicked off first, Reyes knocked the ball to Henry, Henry passed back to Bergkamp, ​​the Dutch veteran dribbled the ball forward, and Milner immediately rushed forward.

Bergkamp stepped on the ball, pulled it, and pushed it forward. With unusually chic movements, the ball reached Pires' feet.

Pires advanced along the left, Pennant came up to defend, Pires deftly pulled the ball, and when his long hair fluttered, he had already wiped Pennant who was lying on the ground.

"Breakthrough!"

However, Pires did not continue to dribble the ball. He knocked the ball across to Fabregas. However, the big Spanish boy seemed to be a little distracted. When hitting the ball, poke it lightly and grab the ball.

Elland Road was full of cheers, cheering for Alan Lennon's wonderful goal.

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"Beautiful, Alan Lennon's attack was very timely, his speed was very fast, Leeds United quickly counterattacked!" Huang Jianxiang shouted loudly, subconsciously, he had already regarded Leeds United as his home team, At this time, it seems that domestic fans will not blame him for not being neutral.

Alan Lennon immediately knocked the ball to Albertini. After taking two steps, the Leeds United captain suddenly passed the ball with a big foot. The ball flew towards Li Rui's head. Li Rui chased the ball with his feet. Rui's speed was very fast, he caught up with the ball, jumped up slightly, tapped his forehead lightly, the ball continued to roll forward, and then ran forward with two big strides to control the ball, but Li Rui soon found that he was blocking his In front of him is Vieira, Arsenal captain, one of the best midfielders in the world right now.

This was the first time that Li Rui and Vieira faced each other since the opening match. Countless flashing lights flashed, and the Leeds United fans in the stands started to move, cheering for Li Rui.

Flick the ball to the left, and then buckle it back. At this time, Li Rui suddenly found that the gap between Vieira's legs was a little wide. His heart moved, and he suddenly had the urge to wear Vieira's crotch. As he thought about it, Li Rui acted immediately.

Li Rui's feet slid across the ball, and as the movement became faster and faster, suddenly, when his right foot slid across the ball, his ankle turned and poked the ball directly, trying to get the ball from Vieira's It was stabbed between the legs, but unexpectedly, Vieira had already made a prediction and took the first step. The ball hit the Arsenal captain's ankle and touched the sideline. The first time between Li Rui and Vieira The confrontation ended with Li Rui's failure.

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"NANANANANA... Haha, we saw Li trying to wear Vieira's crotch, haha, he is such a bad boy, but we just like him!" Williams laughed, he could see what Li Rui was thinking , in fact, everyone could see it. The camera could capture Li Rui's expression of regret after his plot failed.

Whoa whoa whoa whoa!
The fans of Leeds United gave Li Rui applause. Although Li Rui failed to break through Vieira, there were a few young people who dared to think of wearing crotch, the world's top midfielder, when they faced Vieira for the first time. Based on this, Leeds United fans like this kid.

"Ah... Li Rui tried to wear Vieira in the crotch. It's a pity that Vieira reacted very quickly. After all, he is a world-class midfielder and a Leeds United throw-in." Huang Jianxiang stood up. He saw Vieira His face turned red. Obviously, Li Rui's childish behavior hurt the captain of Arsenal. After all, it is not something to be happy about a kid with a bigger fart who wants to wear his crotch. Besides, Vier La is not a good tempered person, on the contrary, he is quite hot-tempered.

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Vieira quickly warned Li Rui with practical actions.

Pennant throws the ball, Albertini knocks the ball directly to Alan Lennon, the latter flicks the ball forward, where Alan Smith headed the ball and Li Rui chested the ball to control the ball , was about to raise his head to observe the environment in front of him, when Vieira suddenly rushed over, dribbling the ball and shoveling Li Rui to the ground...

Vieira went for the ball, and the referee couldn't say anything, but Leeds United fans didn't think so. They took it for granted that it was Vieira's revenge for being almost pierced just now... Elland Road Stadium Hissing, piercing sound...

"Vieira's tackle was still suspected of fouling. We noticed that Vieira was eyeing Li Rui at the beginning of the game. I don't know if this is the tactical arrangement of Arsenal coach Arsene Wenger. "Huang Jianxiang looked over from the commentary booth. On the coaching bench of Arsenal, the 'professor' put his hands in his trouser pockets, looking at the field...in deep thought.

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