There is a dream called football

Chapter 406 The Devil's Race
The interview after the game was a double day of ice and fire.

Wenger finally smiled.

"Congratulations, Arthur, your team finally won their first victory of the new season."

Wenger laughed, "I think it's more like a sarcasm."

"Haha, trust me, I didn't mean that."

"I know."

"So let's talk about the game, we saw that Rosicky seemed to explode."

Wenger smiled elegantly.

"I've said this earlier. What he needs is time. Thomas has proved himself to be a very good player in Dortmund. I have no doubts about this. He needs time to get in touch with the players. Now you can see it."

In fact, this is the case. In this game, Rosicky’s organization and connection in the midfield is indeed a bit like what he did in Dortmund last season.

"Talk about Van Persie's world wave."

"I can only say that I was surprised. Robin has a strong left foot. I knew that, but I didn't expect his left foot to hit such a good ball, and it was such a crucial game."

"Will Robin eventually replace Henry?"

For this issue, Wenger is still very cautious.

"Hehe, why should they be replaced? Veterans and young people should promote each other, and Henry will still play a major role."

What the reporters want to ask is actually tacit, but Wenger has already said that he will never respond to the rumors about Henry's transfer, so these reporters have nothing to do, unless they don't want to interview Wenger next time.

"So Henry's injury?"

"This still needs further examination. We will treat this issue conservatively. Henry is too important. I will never take risks, so everything depends on the feedback from the team doctor."

"And Li Qiao, isn't it a pity to be placed on the wing? I think he should be a free agent in the frontcourt."

Li Qiao's performance in the World Cup was refreshing. Of course, the starting position was arranged on the wing, but Li Qiao is actually a free agent in the frontcourt. Basically, he can play in any offensive position. This is also a brand new way of thinking.

In this regard, Wenger praised, "This is a great idea, you can consider changing careers as an assistant coach."

"Haha."

"Don't laugh, I'm serious."

It was Ferguson's turn, and Sir Alex's expression was not good. Generally, during post-match interviews, reporters would not intentionally provoke the coach, because they could walk away at any time. Originally, post-match interviews should be brief.

"Alex, what's the problem?"

"I think we underestimated the enemy. It's bad. Whenever we underestimate the opponent, then the penalty will come. I have been in this situation too many times. This is just one of them. There is nothing to say. I accept the punishment."

"Specific tactics?"

"Our tactics are okay, we still play with a sense of oppression, and we have created a lot of opportunities, but again, our desire for victory is far less strong than Arsenal's. This is the biggest problem."

"We saw Ronaldo, Rooney, Saha, they are all world-class players, but when they are combined, they are not. How are you going to solve this problem."

Ferguson let out a long sigh, "This problem is not easy to solve. They are still children. Think about what you were doing when you were your age? Picking up girls? At a loss?"

The reporter laughed dryly.

"Hehe, that's what I mean. They are still children. There is no need to be too harsh. Give them a little time. They will definitely bring back the Champions League trophy for Manchester United. I am 100% sure of this."

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Back in London, the players felt relaxed. Although the standings were still bad, they had improved significantly. More importantly, this victory was against the undefeated Manchester United. The meaning of 3 points was far less than what was implied.

It is also very rare for Wenger to give everyone a day off. This is the first time that they have a day off because of a league victory, and it can be seen how happy Wenger is.

Of course, for himself, there are many things that give him headaches, such as the first game of the Champions League.

Arsenal's first game is to go to Germany to play away, and the opponent is Hamburg.

Hamburg at this time is not the Hamburg that fell later, but a very powerful Bundesliga team.

Check out their lineup.

The defense line is Kompany from Belgium, yes, the Kompany from Manchester City, and the Dutch international Matheson.

The midfielder is the Dutch international De Jong, the Czech international Jarolim, and the young German player Trohovski.

The forwards are not well-known, but they belong to the type that is easy to use. One is Sanogo from Côte d'Ivoire and the other is Liuboya from Serbia. They are the kind of players who can fight hard.

Perhaps the least famous of this Hamburg team is their head coach Dole, a native German coach who has no brilliant resume.

Therefore, such a team makes Wenger very afraid, because judging from his coaching experience, in this case, the opponent has the upper hand, because the opponent is fearless, but his side is very difficult.

Can the first game of the Champions League take three points?
This Wenger dare not say it, but what he knows is that three points are very important, otherwise, in November, it will be difficult to fight in the freezing Moscow.

In contrast, Wenger feels that Porto, which looks strong, is the easiest to deal with. The reason is also very simple, that is, the two sides have similar styles of play, and Arsenal is very adaptable to Portugal's climate.

Hamburg.

Hamburg.

Wenger began to watch some of the opponent's recent game videos, starting from the league, hoping to find some clues from them, which can be used in the on-field games.

At the same time, the head coach of Hamburg Doll is actually studying Arsenal. As an unknown German coach, he certainly wants to be famous, and the best way to become famous is of course the Champions League.

In fact, the famous coaches in Europe - Mourinho, Ferguson, Lippi, Capello, who didn't achieve themselves in the Champions League, this is the most exciting stage, so they will also become the best strong.

Dole also thinks so. His goal this season is to lead Hamburg to the group stage. Of course, this is a goal that Hamburg has never achieved in the past ten years, but don't forget that Hamburg used to be a strong European team.

In 1983, Hamburg defeated Juventus and won the Champions League for the first time in history, but for the younger generation, this was too far away, like an ancient event, and the younger generation of Hamburgers wanted to rebuild the glory.

(End of this chapter)