Chapter 250 Return to Wembley, Manchester United vs. Tottenham

After the Ballon d'Or ceremony, the world once again stirred up a wave of public opinion, with fans of various clubs and players arguing on social media.

After all, no matter who wins the Ballon d'Or every year, there will always be some fans who think the result is unfair.

In fact, the Golden Globe Awards have been the subject of huge controversy more than once.

For example, Sneijder, the 2010 treble winner and World Cup runner-up, missed out on the top three of the Ballon d'Or.

For example, Ribery, the 2013 treble winner, also missed the Golden Ball, and there was also a farce of "delayed voting" that year.

This year is no exception.

Modric was accused of perjury in the corruption case of former Croatian Football Association vice president Mamic, and Ronaldo has been embroiled in a sexual assault scandal and has not yet cleared himself of the charges. Basically, the top ten players in the Ballon d'Or have all been found to have had off-field incidents by the media, but the truth of the allegations still needs to be identified.

However, Chu Feng no longer paid attention to public opinion, but followed the team to London.

There is an unwritten law of the British economy: "Over time, money ends up flowing to London."

And there is a rule in professional football: "Money determines almost everything!"

For example, teams like Paris, Real Madrid, Bayern, and Milan are all located in the most economically developed areas of Europe.

This season, London has seven Premier League clubs, the most famous of which are Arsenal, Tottenham, Chelsea, West Ham United and Crystal Palace.

They are located in four directions of London.

The enthusiasm of London fans can also be reflected from the side.

It was less than two o'clock in the afternoon and the area around Wembley Stadium was already packed with people. The Manchester United bus drove along the crowded streets and passed through the 133-meter-high white arch.

"Chu, do you know how much a Tottenham season ticket costs?"

McTominay pops his head out from the side.

"950 pounds? It should be about the same as ours, right?" Chu Feng answered casually.

"2,200 pounds! It must be said that Tottenham fans are really being wronged!"

McTominay laughed and complained.

"Actually, that's not the case. The consumption level in London is already high." Chu Feng explained sympathetically.

But if you are a Tottenham fan, spending so much money every year to support the team, but in the end not winning any championship, you will definitely be very dissatisfied.

"By the way, Chu, do you think we can win today?"

McTominay started today and was somewhat nervous.

"Of course! Just treat the Premier League as a training match and play the game the way you want. I guarantee there won't be any problems!" Chu Feng said confidently, "Also, I've studied Tottenham's tactics. Their diamond midfield doesn't provide enough defensive width, so they'll pull back a striker to participate in the defense. You won't be under too much pressure!"

"Oh, that's good."

McTominay felt much more relieved after hearing this.

Suddenly, there was a harsh booing sound outside the bus. Chu Feng looked up and saw that it was Tottenham fans. They were making international friendship gestures and muttering and cursing.

In fact, the two teams did not have much grudge against each other and were even allies during the Sir Alex Ferguson era.

But since Manchester United slaughtered Tottenham 7-0 at White Hart Lane last season, the relationship between the two teams has instantly fallen to freezing point.

Actually, if I was kicked like that at any other time, it would be acceptable.

But that was Tottenham's last game at the old White Hart Lane. All Tottenham fans felt unprecedented humiliation and since then regarded Manchester United and Chu Feng as their most hated enemies.

After beating Manchester United at the beginning of the season, Tottenham fans finally breathed a sigh of relief. They were so arrogant and domineering at the time that people who didn’t know thought they had won the championship.

"Manchester country bumpkins, this is not your place!"

"F**k you plagiarists! Glory to Tottenham! That's our anthem!"

"Just wait for us to send you to third place in the standings!"

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The main reason why Tottenham is unpopular in the UK is its tactical style of play and radical behavior, like Ali's brutal black feet and frequent diving.

The secondary reason is the endless stream of violence, verbal abuse and racial discrimination by Tottenham fans.

"You will cry after the game."

Chu Feng simply drew the curtains, out of sight, out of mind. ——Pre -match press conference.

"I will not deny that Mourinho is a legendary coach who has created many miracles in football."

"But those are all in the past. We have to look forward. Now football has entered an era dominated by offense and passing control."

Pochettino stared at the camera with a serious and earnest expression.

His meaning was obvious, implying that Mourinho's conservative football philosophy was outdated and would sooner or later be washed ashore by the waves of the new era.

"So do you think Manchester United can retain the Premier League title this season?"

Pochettino pondered for a moment: "No, judging from the first half of the league, Manchester United's control of details is not as good as Manchester City, and its defensive aggressiveness is not as good as Liverpool."

It’s not because the relationship between the two teams is bad, but it’s not that they deliberately pick on Manchester United’s tactics.

But he really thought so.

In fact, Pochettino is a low-key and practical person.

But he is somewhat stubborn.

Otherwise, he would not have disclosed a lot of inside information about Tottenham's dressing room in his newly released autobiography.

After all, there is an unwritten rule in world football that locker room problems should be solved in the locker room, and no one is allowed to expose them to the outside world.

This has caused dissatisfaction among many Tottenham players, such as Kyle Walker who is now in Manchester City.

At the same time, in another meeting room.

"The biggest reason we lost to Tottenham last time was Chu's absence."

"There were times when the whole team was in ups and downs and there weren't strong enough players to lead the game, but we'll take the three points from Wembley today."

"Tottenham can't stop us!"

Mourinho's tone was as calm as if he was talking about what to eat for breakfast.

"As for Pochettino's comments on tactical trends in football?"

"If he wants to prove that what he said is correct, then winning a few championships is the best way, not belittling others in front of the media!"

I won't tolerate you at all! Mourinho's response was as sharp as ever, making the game full of gunpowder before it even started.

After the pre-match press conference, players from both sides completed their warm-up and returned to the locker room to make final preparations.

"Since Tottenham's 4312 formation relies on the full-backs to press forward and assist, Chu and Mahrez, you need to move to the wings frequently to suppress the opponent's full-backs!"

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Mourinho never tired of repeating the tactical requirements.

Soon, players from both teams came to the player tunnel.

Trippier rubbed his head subconsciously. Chu Feng's elbow last season was really fierce and almost gave him a concussion.

After the game, Tottenham complained to the English Football Association, but when they watched the video of the game, they found that Tottenham players' actions were even worse, such as pinching, stepping on players, pulling hair, etc.

Harry Kane also looked at Chu Feng deeply.

Last season, he and Salah became the only two players in the top five leagues who scored more than 30 goals but failed to win the league's Golden Boot Award.

It's impossible to say that Kane didn't have any grudges in his heart, but it didn't rise to the level of jealousy.

After all, Kane has been at Tottenham for so many years, his reputation has never been a problem, and he has always played diligently.

Oh, except for not winning the championship.

But to be honest, Kane cannot be blamed for this kind of thing. After all, football is not a one-person game.

Kane suddenly noticed Chu Feng looking at him, and subconsciously nodded and greeted him.

"What a fate!" Chu Feng sighed in his heart and followed the referee team out of the passage.

The noisy sound instantly penetrated the ears, making people's hearts beat faster. The stands on all sides were filled with pure white, like a beautiful white lily.

There is just a small amount of bright red, which reduces the beauty a lot.

"Good evening, audience friends!"

"Now we are broadcasting the 22nd round of the 2018-19 Premier League!"

"Tottenham vs Manchester United!"

There is no mistake in the poem, post, content, and read the book on 6, 9, and bar!

"Here are the starting lineups for both teams. The team wearing white jerseys is Tottenham. They are in a 4-4-2 formation. Goalkeeper:."

"The diamond midfield used by Pochettino this season, combined with the tactical strategy of high-pressure pressing, can compress the opponent's defensive formation by shrinking the central position."

"To open up the flanks and create space for the full-backs to run in."

"The team wearing red jerseys is Manchester United. Mourinho has deployed a formation that has been used frequently recently, 4-3-1-2!"

"Manchester United spent a lot of money to sign Kante just halfway through the winter transfer window, but today Kante was sitting on the bench."

"I think it's because Kante hasn't gotten used to the team yet."

"Manchester United's starting duo are Mahrez and Chu. They are a classic combination in football, one tall and one fast!"

Zhan Jun briefly introduced the basic information.

Zhang Lu next to him made a joke: "It's just that from the team's test data, the tallest and fastest people are all Xiao Chu."

The fans in the live broadcast room burst into laughter.

As the camera returned to the green field, the referee blew the whistle and the game officially began! Before the game, Kane guessed the direction of the coin and decisively chose the right to kick off.

Because what Tottenham wants is to get off to a good start, use their home advantage to control the tempo of the game, and then look for opportunities to score.

The ball was passed to Sissoko continuously.

That year, he led the relegated Newcastle United to beat Tottenham, causing Tottenham to buy him back for 30 million. As a result, Sissoko's performance in the first two seasons was disastrous.

Who knew it would be kicked out this season.

He can advance, sweep, has a strong body and runs fast. He is simply a weakened version of Yaya Toure.

Sissoko has made a great contribution to Tottenham's current results. He is like a black lightning and advances quickly! At the same time, the frontcourt players are also moving quickly.

Kane and Son Heung-min made their way into the middle and formed multiple points of support in front of the penalty area.

Attacking midfielder Ali moved to the right side, and left back Ben Davies moved to the left side, maximizing the overall offensive width.

But Manchester United's response was reasonable.

The 4312 formation is usually focused on limiting the enemy's offensive direction due to its weak high-position defensive capabilities. The two forwards and single attacking midfielder work together to strangle Sissoko and Eriksen.

Sissoko can only pass the ball to the left wing, which is Tottenham's strong offensive side!

But Manchester United immediately switched to a medium and low defense, actively compressing the formation to reduce Tottenham's ball holding space, leaving Ben Davies in an isolated state.

"Tottenham's reaction was not slow either! They made a long pass to the other side, and Trippier stopped and dribbled towards the baseline!"

"Want to kick the ball to Harry Kane?"

No!

Tottenham has a wide range of attacking tactics from the flanks and they don’t make mindless crosses like other teams.

Son Heung-min suddenly stopped moving forward and shook off McTominay at the front of the penalty area. Trippier seized the opportunity and knocked the ball across!

Even though McTominay made timely defense, Son Heung-min had already shot!

The football flew towards the right side of the goal!

At the critical moment, Maguire stood up, rubbed the football with his big head, and blocked Son Heung-min's shot out of the baseline.

I have to say, having a big head does have its advantages. If it were someone else, they really wouldn't be able to touch it.

"Well done! Harry!" Chu Feng gave a thumbs up in admiration.

Just now he suddenly thought of Ishizaki in Captain Tsubasa, the bald guy who could block Carlos's heavy artillery with his face, and his personality seemed to be very similar to Maguire.

They are all minor "problems".

Maguire rubbed his cheeks and laughed twice.

"Still laughing there, go and keep an eye on him!"

Tottenham was about to take a corner kick, but Maguire was still grinning foolishly. De Gea said unhappily.

Maguire's smile disappeared immediately and he moved close to Son Heung-min.

"Bang!" The football flew to the front of the penalty area with a muffled sound, and the players from both sides immediately jumped up to grab their positions! Son Heung-min was defended by Maguire and Matic, and he didn't even touch the shadow of the football.

"Manchester United has a very stable control of the second point, and obviously has a strict tactical arrangement!"

"The ball has landed at Pogba's feet!"

The French genius failed to win the Golden Ball and had been furious for a long time, facing Sissoko who was rushing towards him fiercely.

One step and one pull! After passing the opponent gracefully, he then engaged in a tough physical confrontation to seize the most advantageous space for passing the ball! In his field of vision, there were two running figures.

He kicked the ball hard with his right foot and sent a precise pass!

The football drew a huge and exaggerated arc, drilled out from the gap in Tottenham's defense line, and came to the empty space on the right side of the green field.

A red figure quickly caught up with the ball! "Manchester United's counterattack was still sharp, and the pass from back to front took only a few seconds!"

"But Manchester United's attacking force is a little short. This is a 4-3-1-2 formation, which is a weak point when counterattacking!"

Winks quickly moved forward to block Mahrez's shooting space, while Alderweireld and Vertonghen closely marked Chu Feng, locking down Manchester United's two most threatening attacking points.

Chu Feng looked at the two people beside him and turned to look towards the left side of the penalty area.

Because of Trippier's forward run, a gap was created there, so he immediately sped up and ran away!

"Toby, you go!"

Vertonghen shouted, still standing in the middle to prevent Winks from being broken through.

Alderweireld immediately followed up with defense after hearing this!

But who knew that Chu Feng went around half a circle and came to the front of the penalty area. After receiving the pass from Mahrez, he gently lifted his right foot upwards! "The two of them played a wonderful wall-to-wall match in perfect harmony!"

"Mahrez! Direct volley with right foot!"

"Alas, the quality of the shot was not high. I wanted to hit the near corner but it went to the left and was easily saved by Lori."

"The two teams staged a wonderful offensive and defensive game at the beginning. I think today's game will be more interesting than expected!"

(End of this chapter)