rpbooks Chapter 156 Anfield Stadium
Chapter 156 Anfield Stadium
Chapter 156 Anfield Stadium
During Abramovich's stay in Germany, he watched not only the match against Schalke 04, but also the league match against Borussia Borussia. In that match, Suk, who started the game, only played in the first half and still scored two goals.
This made Abramovich more and more fond of the Croatian striker, and he decided to bring Suk to England.
Su Ke's 98 World Cup Golden Ball is still influential. He once played for the super giant Real Madrid, and he still has good strength, which fully meets his requirements for a big-name star.The most important thing is that Su Ke was born in Yugoslavia, which made him feel close to him naturally.
The two negotiated a transfer fee, and Suk will transfer to Chelsea at a price of 2500 million pounds in the summer.Su Ke himself is not disgusted with this kind of thing. He is already at the end of his career. If he moves to Chelsea, he can get at least more than 500 million pounds in transfer share and signing fee. In the mainstream league, this is a good thing that falls from the sky.
After this game, Edward took his son and Aniston to the UK with Abramovich. As a British, Philip Jennings also accompanied him. On December 12, Union Berlin will go to an away game against Liverpool, so Abramovich invited them Come to my home in London as a guest first, and then go to Anfield Stadium to watch the game together.
The quality of life of this bully is indeed very good, at least he is much more sophisticated than Edward.
Even if Edward didn't ask, he knew that many of the Russian resources tycoon's items were expensive luxury items.Although Philip Jennings kept silent, Edward could see that the old butler didn't think highly of Abu.
Abramovich and his grandfather Thomas both play resources, and they also started from scratch. They are very capable, but Philip Jennings not only did not feel close to Abramovich, but kept a polite distance.
The old butler looked down on Xiao Maozi!
Edward could guess what the old butler was thinking. As a man, Abu was crowned as a monkey, a complete imitation. A nouveau riche who started his business with the backing of a politician, he has the temperament of a nouveau riche everywhere, without any time for precipitation.
But those who are not familiar with him will think that he has such a personality. Abudu said that Mr. Housekeeper is a serious person.
After staying at Abramovich's house for 3 days, they went to Liverpool ahead of schedule.
On their way to the stadium, they were spotted by sharp-eyed reporters. Edward is now a celebrity in front of Fleet Street reporters.
"Do you want the bodyguards to drive them away?"
Abu asked in a low voice.
He actually doesn't want to do this, because the British look down on him. If he still turns against reporters, he will need to make more efforts to build his image in the future.
"No need." Edward waited at the entrance of the passage with a smile, accepting the interview.
"Mr. Hoffman!"
"Mr. Hoffman!"
"Mr. Hoffman, please answer my question~"
Edward smiled and waved his hands, took out his pocket watch and looked at it and said, "There is not much time, I only accept three questions."
"Mr. Hoffmann, do you think Union Berlin can win today's game?"
"Of course!" Edward said: "We are a strong team. No matter who the opponent is, we win the game. You can see the performance in the Bundesliga and the UEFA Cup."
"But Liverpool is a giant in the Premier League!" A reporter reminded.
Edward snorted coldly through his nose, and said disdainfully: "I haven't heard of any giants that can't enter the Champions League, and they haven't even won the Premier League. Now Liverpool has fallen. When they win the Premier League, they will return to the Champions League It may prove their quality, now they are just an ordinary opponent for Union Berlin, no different from Leeds United."
Madness!
The British journalists were a little upset, but also very happy.Edward behaved like this, they could write a lot.This is the result they hoped for.Edward's cooperation saved them a lot of trouble.
"Mr. Edward, may I ask what is your relationship with Abramovich?"
"Friend." Edward said, "Okay, the three questions are over, and I'm going to watch the game."
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At the same time, in the pre-match press conference at Anfield, the coaches of the two sides also refused to give in to each other.
Originally there was no connection between the two teams, but Liverpool's coach Houllier publicly stated two days before the game that Philip Neville's going to Berlin Union is a kind of self-deprecation. At the same time, he also said that the young players of Berlin Union should go to the Premier League. The giants, such as Robben and Ronaldinho, are very suitable for his team.
This arrogant approach thoroughly angered Mourinho.
"Liverpool? I heard they are five-time champions? But is the Community Shield also counted as champions, and the UEFA Cup can also be said? If so, last season we won the Free Berlin Cup, the German Cup and the Bundesliga. In this way, there is no difference between Union Berlin and Liverpool, and we are also treble winners."
"They have never won a championship since the establishment of the Premier League. If they haven't won the league championship for such a long time, I would have retired a long time ago."
"I don't know what qualifications this gentleman has to say that Aryang and Chris go to Liverpool to play. It is a setback for them to go to Liverpool, and it will not do any good to their careers."
"Some people are jealous of Union Berlin. In Berlin we have the best training facilities, high salaries, the best doctors and first-team staff. We also have the most talented players. There are always people trying to poach players from us. But why do players go to Liverpool? Is it because Liverpool used to be a giant? Then I think Nottingham Forest is also good, or they can also go to West Ham.” Mourinho directly opened the map gun, trying to prove Liverpool’s strength yesterday and now not related.
Houllier finally couldn't bear it: "You need to show some respect. This is Anfield. We have a great history, great players and a great stadium. Isn't Anfield much better than your stadium?"
"Excuse me sir, our new stadium is under construction. It is said that there are more than 8 seats. I want to know how many seats are there in Anfield, and how long has this stadium not been renovated?"
Mourinho made Houllier speechless in one sentence.Not only him, many coaches are jealous of Union Berlin. After the completion of the Edward training base, the "Berlin Daily" made a special report on the training base, which aroused great repercussions in European football.
Players generally think that they are very strong, but they have not reached the expected level. Is it because the team's training level is too low?It will affect their growth. In this case, it is difficult for Berlin Union not to become a thorn in the eyes of some people. At the same time, many players have begun to consider Berlin Union.After Union Berlin has stabilized for a few seasons, it will become one of the next stops considered by players all over the world.
Mourinho and Houllier are very enjoyable for the reporters to watch. They like this situation too much. It is best for both sides to beat their brains like pigs, so that they can report good news.
It's a pity that Mourinho still doesn't like to do it now. He may lose control of his emotions only when facing Barcelona.
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The heavy feeling of Anfield can be felt in the box Edward.
It's a pity that the stadium is a bit dilapidated and Liverpool don't have the money to renovate it.While emphasizing their historical heritage, they envy the old Trafford, the arch-rival Manchester United, for its frequent expansion and repairs.
When the players on both sides were warming up, the Liverpool players looked at Union Berlin with complicated eyes.Because before the game, the all-powerful English media exposed the wages of Union Berlin players.
In the same position, Liverpool's average weekly salary is more than [-] pounds less than that of the opponent's players, which means a lot less money in a year.They have all played professional football for many years, and they are no better than the children who were still playing in the youth team two years ago.
A player's career is very short. Who doesn't want to earn more money and live a better life after retirement.Even Liverpool players are considering whether to transfer to Union Berlin to play. Union Berlin really looks no worse than Liverpool now.Taking a step back, even if it is bad, so what if Union Berlin has no Champions League in the future, not everyone likes to pursue honor, honor is a luxury for some people, they just want to find a good job and earn more money pension.Survival is what matters.
Football gives them the opportunity to make money, so that they don't have to be porters or truck drivers, but who would hate to make more money?
Now Liverpool players only have one mentality, envy, jealousy and hatred!
Why, these kids can make a lot of money!This makes many Liverpool players who think they are very good feel uncomfortable.Liverpool has been reduced to playing in the UEFA Cup. Maybe there will be no European competition next season, so what good is there in Liverpool?
Last season, they won the so-called five championships, but the prize money was not much. Compared with Union Berlin, it was only a friendly match championship in the summer, and the team owner spent tens of millions to replace the entire first team with sports cars. The contrast is too strong!
Gerrard also felt the unrest in the hearts of his teammates, but he had no good way.Language motivation is very important in football games, but who can use language to make money?
Their lineup is even worse than the opponent's. Although this game is at Anfield, Gerrard feels that they are at a comprehensive disadvantage.It is not easy to win today's game.
In contrast to Union Berlin, the players were talking and laughing during the warm-up.
"This stadium is really broken. It feels worse than Fusele Stadium."
Robben commented.
"They are very poor. Liverpool has no money at all. It may not be many years before they will be relegated to the third tier league like Nottingham Forest." Philip Neville did not give Liverpool any face. As a Manchester United youth player , he spoke very viciously.
"Hey, the Liverpool players are really pitiful."
"Let's be merciful today, don't let them lose too badly."
Back in the player channel, Gerrard took the initiative to find his old opponent Philip Neville. The two sides are very familiar with each other. They were not only rivals in the Premier League before, but also teammates in the national team.
"Fili, how are you?"
"Hello, Steven," Philip Neville responded.
"Don't you regret your decision? You went to a newly promoted team from Manchester United." Gerrard didn't hesitate when he spoke. After all, the opponent was a German team. He thought that the players of Union Berlin could not understand.
But the official language of Union Berlin is English!
Everyone heard his words.
Ronaldinho went up and said, "But it's a newly promoted horse that can beat you. After today's game, this stadium will be full of tears."
"Boy, be careful what you say!" Jimmy Carragher warned Ronaldinho with his finger.
"What do you want?"
The tall and burly Materazzi pulled the little Roller behind him, and said fiercely.
He is the leading brother in the team. He often has teammates who are fouled in the frontcourt. He rushed all the way from the backcourt to stand up for his teammates, so these young people are very convinced by Materazzi. When he spoke, others who were eager to try The players did not open their mouths either, which is a respect for Materazzi.
"Don't think that big size means you are powerful. If you are not convinced, we can find a place to try." Carragher must not be afraid.
"Ha!" Materazzi raised his middle finger, almost causing confusion, and the players from both sides pushed and shoved directly.
"Gentlemen!"
After the members of the referee team came out, the referee reminded them: "I don't want to issue a red card before the start of the game, but if you must do it, I have that right."
"Humph!"
The players from both sides dispersed, but this conflict will definitely add a lot of emotion to the game.
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"You'll never walk alone, you'll never walk alone!" the Liverpool players were greeted with huge cheers as they came out.The atmosphere at Anfield is really good.
Perhaps only the home court of the Ruhr duo has such a fanatical atmosphere, Edward thought to himself.
Union Berlin's home atmosphere is really good, but the capacity of the Fusele Stadium is too small, it can only accommodate more than 2 players. Even if their players have not increased their prices now, on the black market, Union Berlin's tickets have doubled More than 30 times.There is no way. There are more and more fans of Union Berlin. Many tourists who travel to Germany will choose to watch the football at the Fusele Stadium, but the stadium has such a large capacity. Most of them still belong to season ticket owners. Very hard to buy.
Some fans choose to rent out their own season tickets, and they can get 200 euros for a game after going to the agency fee, which is not a small expense for working families.Edward is well aware of this situation, but he doesn't care about it. Compared with life, football is not that important. If season tickets can really help those diehards improve their lives, there is nothing wrong with it.
Although this has spawned some scalpers, there is no way to avoid this.There are still many fans who would rather not have so much income, but also go to the scene to watch the game. There is no shortage of idealists in Europe.
Depending on the position, the income of 200 to 800 euros a month is indeed a lot, but they lack important entertainment items. Going to the scene to watch football has been their habit for decades, and not everyone is willing to rent out season tickets.
(End of this chapter)