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Chapter 260 Champions Cup Grouping

The goal that Li Rui scored after Cruyff's turn in the game against Aston Villa was named the best goal in the second round of the Premier League without any suspense after the game.

This goal was also repeatedly broadcast on major sports TV stations during prime time. On the Internet, the video about this goal was also frantically downloaded by fans...

Li Rui's start at Manchester United was so perfect that it made people feel a little dizzy...

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However, after the game, why Li Rui didn't start the game became a topic of daily concern.

When they learned that Li Rui didn't start the game because he had a cold, the news media exclaimed that he had a cold and a fever, so he didn't start the game, but he scored two goals just as a substitute. It's scary... Just imagine, if the body is in good condition, this kid, I'm afraid, only God knows what kind of performance he will have.

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Jessica also soon found out about this, but compared to Li Rui not starting and Li Rui scoring two wonderful goals, Jessica was more worried about Li Rui's body.

"I'm fine, just a small cold. Besides, I'm pretty much better now, otherwise the head coach wouldn't have allowed me to play." Li Rui was comforting Jessica. Li Rui said the same thing several times today Yes, after my parents found out about his cold through the domestic media, they also called. In addition, Sister Ran Ran and Xiaohan also called, and even Haishen also called to 'concern' inquire about the condition.

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However, what really surprised Li Rui was that Tian Leilei also called to wish her good health.

Thinking of Tian Leilei, Li Rui naturally thinks of Tang Zhaoer subconsciously. After all, Tian Leilei and Tang Zhaoer are friends of Meng Bulijiao and Meng Bulijiao. This kind of subconscious thinking is like this.

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Xia Tian's slack made Li Rui pay more attention to his body and competitive state. At the Carrington training base, there was a young man who practiced seriously.

The training of the first team has ended, and most of the players have gone home. Li Rui appeared on the training ground again to practice for himself, and the thoughtful Li Rui seemed careless.

The middle of the week is the double match of the Premier League. In the third round of the league, Manchester United will face Wigan at home. The second round of the game, therefore, this round of the Premier League, Manchester United's game was postponed.

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However, Li Rui has been notified that he will not go to Hungary with the team to participate in the Champions League qualifying match against Debrezen. It almost means that there will be almost no suspense in the second round of the away game. Therefore, Ferguson chose to leave Li Rui in Manchester to recuperate and save his energy for the away game against Newcastle on the weekend.

Li Rui was naturally very upset about this decision, but he was also very helpless. Who made himself catch a cold at this juncture?

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The air was a little more dull, and it looked like it was going to rain, but there were still a lot fewer people on the training ground than a few days ago.On the night of the victory over Aston Villa, photos of several Manchester United players getting drunk at the bar late at night appeared on the front page of The Sun. Ferguson was having a headache about this matter, and the old man had already posted it several times It was hot, and during the two days of training sessions, his face was also gloomy and terrifying.

Although there is no evidence to show that these players had other activities after they came out of the bar, such a situation happened on the night of the victory over Aston Villa, and Ferguson, who has always been strict in military management, was really annoyed up.

Li Rui should be thankful that after the game that day, Fletcher also found him and asked him to go and relax together. Li Rui declined on the excuse that he had a cold. Among the unlucky ones, Li Rui must be among them.

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The lack of Li Rui's Manchester United team did not save a little face for the Hungarian league champions. In the second round of the Champions League qualifying match on August 2005.8.25, 3, Manchester United beat Debrezen 0-6 away. With a total score of 0:[-], there is no suspense to advance to the Champions Cup.

In this game, Cristiano Ronaldo became the biggest contributor to Manchester United's victory. When the game was deadlocked in the first half, Cristiano Ronaldo used his personal skills to break through and break through with a long shot to break the deadlock. .

In addition, Giggs and O'Shea also scored a goal each, and Manchester United won a hearty victory in the away game.

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At this time, everyone found a problem, that is, as long as Li Rui and Cristiano Ronaldo are on the field at the same time, the Portuguese's performance is a bit average, but when Li Rui is not on the field, Cristiano Ronaldo's performance is excellent.

The question of whether the two can coexist was brought up again by the media.

Fortunately, Li Rui's current state is just right. Now, the English media no longer asks whether it is necessary for Manchester United to spend 3300 million pounds to buy Li Rui.

Now, what the media is hyping is whether Li Rui and Cristiano Ronaldo, two equally talented young men, can coexist in a game and produce synergy.

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In fact, this problem is nothing new in world football. For example, in the England national team, between Gerrard and Lampard, there has always been a problem that the two cannot coexist.

And it is said that in the Chinese national team, the position of Shao Jiaying and Zheng Zhi in the national team, that is, whether the so-called dual-core can start at the same time, has also been held back by the Chinese Football Association and the media for a long time. pain.

Now, this problem has appeared on Li Rui again. Fortunately, the Manchester United team is performing well now, so the media does not focus too much on this problem.

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Manchester, Manchester Airport.

Li Rui is here to pick up the plane, but he is not here to meet his teammates who are going to Hungary for a game. Manchester United's chartered plane will not return until tomorrow.

Li Rui came to pick up Haishen.

As soon as Hai Shen saw Li Rui, he gave Li Rui a firm hug.

"Hey, take it easy! Your bones are going to be broken!" Li Rui shouted, "I have every reason to suspect that you are taking advantage of my cold to take revenge."

"Haha." Hai Shen smiled and patted Li Rui's shoulder again, finally venting his excitement.

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Hai Shen came to Manchester to discuss some commercial contracts with Li Rui. With Li Rui joining Manchester United, his popularity in China is even more popular now, even if Li Rui is the most popular among Chinese players. , it is estimated that no one will dare to say anything, although some people may be deeply jealous.

Hai Shen pretended to be looking around, Li Rui asked him a little strangely, and the guy replied with a smile, "I'm looking for your football baby. Hey, where is he? Sexy baby!" Hai Shen clicked his tongue twice, like a rogue bully .

Li Rui was a little distressed and gave Haishen a guy: "It's fine for the British to just keep talking nonsense, why are you still following along to join in the fun?"

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After the broadcast of the program hosted by Keeley Hazell, Li Rui's popularity among Manchester United fans and England also rose to a high level again.

One is a big sunny boy and the other is a very popular sexy baby in the UK. This cooperation between the two also caused some gossip, which gave Li Rui a headache.

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However, Li Rui has also learned to be smart. No matter what the media hype, Li Rui will not care about it and let it develop. If you hype yours, buddies will come to "non-violent non-cooperation". .

Of course, this is because Li Rui has no ghosts in his heart. He knows best that he and this Keeley Hazel are not very familiar at all, so there will be no scandals, so he himself is not in a hurry.

"What do you mean me to join in the fun? Now, there are reports all over the country, saying that your kid is now proud of the court, and you are also lucky off the court. The sexy goddess of British men will be embraced by you, tsk tsk, then You are almost like saying that you are a national hero!" Hai Shen said with a smile.

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Li Rui curled his lips. He doesn't care about the domestic reports. People's gossip is like a raging fire. It can't be stopped at all. It's better to ignore it.

However, Li Rui also reminded himself that he had to find a time to talk to Jessica. Although such a messy report is not nutritious, it is still possible to use it to destroy the relationship. We must trust each other, but some vaccinations still need to be given.

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Li Rui drove his Bentley Elegant R05 to pick up Haishen. As soon as he started the car, the song "My Name Is Elena" rang out on the car's stereo. When he was alone, Li Rui liked it very much. Listening to this song, the cheerful and bright tune will make you feel good.

Hai Shen leaned on his seat and hummed, and also thought the song was very nice.

"I can't tell, you have good taste now. No wonder you hook up with a third-version girl." Hai Shen yawned, with an unhealthy expression on his face.

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"Don't talk nonsense." Li Rui put on his seat belt and stepped on the gas pedal, "I'm a serious person. Tell me, what companies are looking for you, Haida's agent."

It's not that Li Rui abused Haishen. He asked these questions as soon as he got off the plane. In fact, he also wanted to finish the domestic endorsement contracts earlier, so it would be easier. The guy who communicated with Haishen on the phone before Only then did Li Rui realize that his popularity in China was so hot.

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"Well, Silver Throat Lozenges intends to invite you to be their image spokesperson. The reward they offer is to sign a contract for 3 years, 400 million RMB per year." Haishen glanced at Li Rui with ill intentions, "I also I think you are very suitable for this advertisement, your teeth are definitely more beautiful than Ronaldo."

"Get lost." Li Rui rejected the possibility of business cooperation without saying a word.

He really lacks friendship for the silver voice. He has seen the advertisement endorsed by Ronaldo. He is a majestic alien, holding a silver voice, and giggling with his mouth open. The whole one-two stupid look is really horrible.

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Besides, Li Rui has also heard that the aliens should have been deceived by Silver Throat. They just ate a meal, then took Silver Throat’s products, put on a jersey with Silver Throat’s trademark on them, and shot After taking a picture, he became an endorsement in a daze. Isn't this a Mai Tai person?

For companies with irregular operations, Li Rui's principle is to keep them at a respectful distance, can't they afford to provoke them or hide them?
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Li Rui listened to Haishen's introduction. After passing Haishen's checks, there are two sports brand companies and a dairy company that Haishen is more optimistic about. He believes that these three companies have a good reputation in China and , The strength is good, and it is still worthy of Li Rui's current reputation.

"Well, the sports brand company is still a bit distant. Well, dairy products...is it a nutritional supplement or something? Is there any intersection with me when I play football?" Li Rui made a skillful turn and was almost at his residence. .

"Have you forgotten that you are currently an undergraduate student at the University of Leeds, playing football and studying at the same time, playing football can become your current fame, and you can also go to a famous British university in school, isn't that considered amazing? You fool I don’t know what supplements I drank to develop it?” Hai Shen joked with a smile.

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Li Rui was quite speechless towards this guy. After being rejected by Qiu Ranran, the "loveless" Haishen children's shoes seemed to be more cheerful. However, Li Rui always believed that there must be a demon in the extreme... This guy must be depressed. .

"You should be careful, but what else do I have to say, you must strictly control the product, especially the endorsement of this kind of edible product, so you have to pay more attention." Li Rui attaches great importance to this, can he make money? Let's not talk about it first, you can't ignore everything just to make money, and make some ignorant money.

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Seeing Li Rui's house in Manchester, Hai Shen, who is used to seeing the world, also clicked his tongue in admiration.

Jessica really developed a swimming pool in the back garden.

In the living room on the first floor, a super-large home theater is full of modern and luxurious reflections.

The floor is also covered with high-quality carpets from Turkey, and even the handrails of the stairs are in the ancient European aristocratic style. It is said that they were bought at a high price from an ancient castle in Romania...

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"Wow! As expected of a big star, this tone..."

"Luxury! There is a water bed!"

"Hey, why are there women's pajamas?"

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The home theater has been set up, but this is the first time Li Rui has experienced this feeling today.

Tonight is a live broadcast of the group stage draw for the 2005-2006 European Champions Cup.

With the end of the Champions Cup qualifiers and the top 32 of the Champions Cup, the draw ceremony officially started.

Li Rui knew that after the 3-0 victory over Debrezen in the away game, the Manchester United players were preparing to return to Manchester from Hungary under the leadership of assistant coach Queiroz, while the head coach Ferguson went to the group stage to draw lots in person. The scene, on the one hand, is to participate in this grand event, on the other hand, this is also a time when many wealthy head coaches will attend the event, and it is also a good time to connect with each other.

The status of the godfather of Manchester United in European football is very powerful.

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At the group draw ceremony, Liverpool coach Benitez was very eye-catching.

In May of this year, in the last season's Champions League, Liverpool defeated AC Milan to win the fifth European Championship trophy in the club's history, and staged the 'Miracle of Istanbul', which was amazing.

However, what makes Liverpool fans a little embarrassed is that because Liverpool only ranked fifth in the Premier League last season, according to the original rules, this season's Champions League champion Liverpool is not eligible to participate in this season's Champions League.

However, at the last minute, Liverpool received special approval from UEFA, which also avoided the first embarrassing scene in the history of the European Champions Cup that they were not eligible to participate in the new season's Champions Cup.

However, despite the special approval, Liverpool had to start from the first qualifying round of the Champions League from the end of July.Fortunately, the defending champion performed well in the qualifying round, and finally broke through the qualifying round and entered the top 7 of the main match.

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Among the top 32 of this season's Champions League, there will be 5 teams participating in the Champions League group stage for the first time, including Villarreal, Real Betis, Udinese, Thun and Almedia, among them, In the two rounds, Villarreal eliminated the No.4 Everton in the Premier League last season with a total score of 2:4, showing the quality of a dark horse from the beginning.

小组赛将有8个小组，每个小组有4支参赛球队。每个小组的前两名晋级16强淘汰赛。本赛季的冠军杯小组赛首轮定于9月13日和14日举行，决赛将在明年5月于巴黎举行。

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On the TV screen, the seeded teams for the 2005-2006 Champions League group stage have also come out.

In the end, Manchester United was placed in Group D as a seeded team. The same group also included La Liga team Villarreal, Ligue [-] Lille and Portuguese Super League Benfica.

Hai Shen yelled about Manchester United's good luck and thought it was a good signing. Even Li Rui thought it was a good grouping. After all, Manchester United avoided Juventus in the second seed team. And Chelsea, the two strong teams.

However, in the TV camera, Manchester United coach Ferguson's face was frowning, and he didn't seem to think that this is such a good grouping...

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PS: Well, the day of the Champions Cup is about to begin, it's a little exciting... Li Rui's first time...

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