There is a dream called football

Chapter 510
After 90 minutes, the score was still 0-0, and Manchester United left the pitch amid huge boos at the Nou Camp.

Rijkaard could only shake his head at such a result, but fortunately, it was just a draw with no goals conceded, and as long as there are no away goals in the two rounds, the situation is not bad.

In an interview, Rijkaard still maintained his elegant smile.

"I am basically satisfied with the result. After all, there were no away goals. In this way, we only need to score one to go to Old Trafford, then the opponent needs to score two, and if we score two, the opponent needs to score three. In short, we are always the one in the lead."

"What do you think of your opponent?"

"Obviously, the opponent is very strong, at least much stronger than I imagined. I think we have to re-understand Manchester United. Many people thought that we were the favorites to win the championship in the previous games, but now it seems that it may not be so."

"Will it be conservative away from Barcelona?"

Because it seems that the 0-0 score allows Barcelona to play conservatively, but Rijkaard smiled.

"I don't think I would be conservative because Barcelona football is like that and I think as long as we play our football then everything will be in our hands."

"Then I want to wish Barcelona the best of luck."

"Thank you."

When it was Ferguson's turn, Sir Alex still commented on the game first.

"We played well, we met my expectations, everything I hoped for, it's a pity that we didn't score away from home, but it's okay, we will score at home, I hope the result will be good."

"The penalty for the referee?"

Ferguson smiled, he knew what the reporter meant, he would not be fooled.

"Let UEFA talk about refereeing, that's not something our manager should comment on, isn't it?"

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A week later, Barcelona came to Manchester. The whole team was star-studded. The two rounds of the Champions League semi-finals will end within a week. Commonly known as back-to-back games, the intensity of this game can be seen.

Before the game, public opinion was still more optimistic about Barcelona, ​​because 0 to 0 in the first round is indeed more advantageous to Barcelona, ​​while Manchester United will be slightly inferior in terms of strength. Although the gap is not big, but a master duel, a little difference may determine the final result.

Before the game, Ferguson was still very optimistic about the game. Sir Alex Ferguson has always been very domineering in front of the media, and everyone knows this.

"I've managed Manchester United for 20 years and I've faced more difficulties than this, so I don't think it's ok because I've seen tougher ones. I think we'll get through. You keep saying we didn't score away goals. I don't deny that, but so what?"

"The sky won't fall."

Rijkaard is also more cautious about the media, "You know that football is very simple with your mouth, you only need to say some tactical things, but it is obviously difficult to play football with your feet, so I don't think I will think too much about the outside world's views on my tactics. I am a little tired of talking about football with my mouth. Everything depends on the second round of the game."

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Old Trafford.

dream theater.

A huge tifo is ready.

This tifo has no text, to be precise, there is no English text. From left to right are the FA Cup trophy, the League trophy, and the Champions Cup trophy.

And below is 1999.
What does it mean?
It is self-evident for Manchester United people, that is to dream back to 1999, which was the most glorious season in the history of Manchester United, and also the most glorious moment of the Manchester United dynasty.

In the following seasons, the triple crown has always been a distant dream.

Not an early exit from the FA Cup.

It's just that the Champions League is out early. In short, at the end of the season, Manchester United often has one or two championships left to chase. This year's Manchester United is different. They still maintain their dreams in the three lines.

When warming up at Old Trafford before the game, the singing on the scene was particularly loud.

And the huge tifo made Barcelona feel quite shocked, this is a team with history.

"Sir, take us back to 1999."

This is a huge cry from the fans in the audience.

When Ferguson appeared, he first waved to the fans in the stands.

This feeling is wonderful, and I have to say that a person like Ferguson who has experienced many battles will be infected by this atmosphere.

And the players on the court are even more proud, especially those newcomers who have not yet won any honors on behalf of Manchester United. What they feel is the inheritance of their predecessors. This feeling is very wonderful.

Rijkaard was a little worried about this, so he called the players over, "I know what Manchester United is going to do. They want to bring us into their rhythm, but we can't do this, because then we will lose."

"Remember, I expected that when the game started, Manchester United would start the game and knock us out with a lot of punches, but we don't need to be afraid because they can't knock us out. The victory belongs to Barcelona."

At this time, the pre-match time for Martin Taylor and Alan Smith was up.

Because it is in the UK, it is not difficult for them to get two commentary positions, and it will not be as crowded as at the Nou Camp.

"Alan, we are back at home, do you feel much more comfortable?"

Martin Taylor This is clearly a pun.

Smith laughed too.

"It is more comfortable, but the pressure is also greater. We are surrounded by our British fellows, and the pressure from these people is also greater."

"Really? That proves that you are a newcomer. For example, I am not worried at all."

"Haha."

Closer to home, the two will tease for a while, but in the end they have to return to the game. Whether it is due to national sentiment or the British sports media, the two must support Manchester United emotionally, so they are also worried about Manchester United, because from the last game, Barcelona seems to be really strong.

"I think the midfield formed by Deco, Xavi and Iniesta is indeed too strong, and it is difficult to lose the ball in the midfield."

"Yes, the stats I got after the game were amazing. There was only one error in the Barcelona midfield pass."

Alan Smith added: "In tennis terms it's an unforced error."

"Yes."

While the two were talking about the game, the Champions League theme song had already sounded, which meant that the game was about to start.

"The game is about to start, let's pay attention to the game."

"After 90 minutes, Manchester United fans will know the result of their team."

"We're hoping for a good outcome."

(End of this chapter)