Chapter 38 Who Called Them the Second in the Group?

Despite the intensive schedule, Manchester United still held a small dinner when they returned to Manchester to celebrate the team's harvest this year.

FA Cup, League Championship, European Championship, European Super Cup, Community Shield, Club World Cup, six trophies, but there is no League Cup championship. If they win the League Cup, it will be the seventh crown of the year. Of course, the League Cup was lost because there was no Dong Fangzhuo in the first half of the year and the team's fighting strength was insufficient. If Dong Fangzhuo was there, he might not have been able to win it. So Dong Fangzhuo put forward a slogan this season to help the team win the seventh crown...

This can be regarded as the most successful year in the history of Manchester United. Manchester United's top management and meritorious players also attended the dinner. Local players such as Rashford, Lingard, Ashley Young, and Luke Shaw sat together, and the younger generation such as Januzaj, Blind, Martial, and Mbappe sat together and watched. It looks very layered.

Ferguson gave a speech at the dinner, thanking the players and staff for their efforts throughout the year, and then pointed out the importance of the Christmas fixtures.

"The toughest two weeks are here, and every year we are able to beat our opponents at this time."

"The best Christmas gift this year is undoubtedly to beat Chelsea and give the best gift to Manchester United fans."

"Now is the end and now is the beginning."

"We must keep fighting and never stop!"

Then Dong Fangzhuo also gave a speech. This guy's speech was different from Ferguson's version.

He seemed to be telling a story.

"I'm glad I had a wonderful 2015 with you all, and I hope 2016 will be the same."

"In our country, there is a very famous post."

"What they call the Manchester United spirit."

"It probably means this. I share it with you to tell you that we may encounter many difficulties in the future, but these difficulties will eventually be conquered by us."

Then, Dong Fangzhuo recited a fan's post like a poem.

"You can lead Manchester United by one goal at half-time and Manchester United by two goals or three goals."

"You probably saw a really bad team in the first half."

"You might think that Manchester United and many teams such as Arsenal would wither after a very good record."

"You would think fatigue and mental fatigue, injuries and even personnel issues would slow United down."

"But, the second half..."

"Manchester United will come back, no matter how many goals behind."

"Manchester United will change into a team, whether it's because of Cantona, Beckham or Cristiano Ronaldo. In short, Manchester United will change in an instant and scare you!"

"Manchester United will show fatigue, but don't think that Manchester United will collapse! All it takes is an opportunity, and you will be amazed by the greatness of Manchester United!"

"Manchester United is not afraid of all difficulties, whether it is passionate or unrestrained! Manchester United will show his magic!"

"The spirit of Manchester United does not depend on the departure or joining of that player, nor does any player represent the entire spirit of Manchester United. Cantona, Cristiano Ronaldo, Dong Fangzhuo..."

Finally, he took himself with him...

The thunderous applause lasted for a long time.

"This is the captain of Manchester United."

"God, that's so good."

Ferguson, who was originally sitting on his chair, stood up and applauded Dong Fangzhuo. Another year, working as Manchester United's coach day after day, Ferguson discovered that only three things remained unchanged, his coaching position, Manchester United's victory, Dong Fangzhuo's strength...

He picked up the wine glass.

"Here's to the spirit of Manchester United."

"Here's to the spirit of Manchester United."

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On Sunday, Manchester United completed its last Champions League group match at home, easily defeating Wolfsburg 2-0 and advancing to the last 16 of the Champions League as first place in the group.

Ferguson rushed to the UEFA headquarters in Nyon, Switzerland without stopping.

This year's top 16 is not much different from previous years: Atletico Madrid, Juventus, Real Madrid, Manchester United, Barcelona, ​​Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea, Bayern Munich, Wolfsburg, Gent, Zenit St. Petersburg, Benfica, PSV, OM, Dynamo Kiev.

The only bright spot is, who among the top teams in the group will face Barcelona, ​​which unexpectedly finished second in the group...

Of course, the second team in the group is not willing to run into Chelsea, Manchester United and Manchester City too early. These three teams have the three strongest players now. If they meet them, they will most likely be eliminated...

"We are not afraid of them." The Barcelona coach was very confident when talking about the three Premier League teams. "If you want to win the championship, you must defeat any opponent."

"On the contrary, if we beat them early, it will give us a lot of confidence and we can move forward to the end."

Real Madrid coach Zidane has the opposite idea than Barcelona coach.

"We are first in the group. Fortunately, we won't meet each other for the time being. The sooner the better, the team's state needs to be adjusted, and now is not the time to meet..."

Real Madrid vs. Roma, Manchester City vs. Dynamo Kiev, Atletico Madrid vs. PSV, Benfica vs. Zenit St. Petersburg, Wolfsburg vs. Gent, Chelsea vs. Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern vs. Juventus...

And Manchester United vs. Barcelona…

The Barcelona coach wanted to hit a wall, but he was bragging too much, and ended up running into defending champion Manchester United. It's not that enemies don't get together, why do they expect it so much?

"World Sports News" lamented as soon as the draw ended - why Manchester United again? Manchester United is not terrible, but the Chinese president is terrible. Now that Messi is gone, can Barcelona rely on Neymar and the others?

"Marca" gloated - the Barcelona people's wish came true. Before the game, their coach had been praying to draw Manchester United, but unfortunately he hit the mark. There are eight opponents, but even if they don't draw Manchester United, they still have a high probability of drawing Chelsea and Manchester City. The results are similar. Who calls them second in the group?

The media in England were also very happy.

"Daily Mail": This is the most tragic Barcelona. In front of the top three in England, they finally drew the strongest Manchester United. They can deserve their death...

Sixteen to eight, in addition to Manchester United VS Barcelona, ​​Juventus VS Bayern is also a heavyweight confrontation, the other matchups are relatively disparity. Maybe after surviving this round, the real peak showdown will come.

Manchester United fans reacted relatively coldly to the draw. Their worries about Manchester United this season have passed. Since defeating Manchester City, they believe that Manchester United is still the same Manchester United. As long as Ferguson and Dong Fangzhuo are still there, the spirit of Manchester United is still there. Barcelona without Messi, what is there to worry about?

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