Chapter 576: Chapter 575 Ace versus Ace
Gary Neville, ever since he was humiliated by Ronaldo, hasn’t been happy with the CD partnership.
With Ronaldo’s joining, he could only vent his dissatisfaction on Deng Kai.
Gary, "The king of Manchester? If Deng Kai is the king of Manchester, then what is Ferguson? He’s the king of the Premier League! This isn’t even a competition on the same level! We have the best player in the league, what do they have?"
"Is Adriano weak?"
"What right does a team ranked outside the top ten have to talk about being kings?"
Tu Lei, who had established himself at Manchester City this season, also joined the fray. His performance was quite good, and he was already becoming one of the more noticed rising stars in the Premier League.
Tu Lei knew who gave him his status.
Although he wasn’t as sycophantic as Feng Te, anyone who dared to challenge Deng’s dignity had to get past him, Tu Lei, first, "This indeed isn’t a competition on the same level. ’Deng’ has been one of the best players in Europe and the entire world over the past year."
"What is Gary Neville? O’Shea’s substitute? If it weren’t for O’Shea’s ability to play center-back, Gary would have a hard time securing a starting position!"
Afterward, stars from both sides took the field.
But they spoke much more pleasantly.
Beckham, "Deng Kai is a very outstanding player. The resilient spirit Manchester City has displayed this season is admirable, and they have played many exciting matches."
Scholes, "Deng Kai is an astonishing midfielder... but football isn’t a one-man game."
Roy Keane, "We will pay special attention to Deng Kai. Moreover, he’s taking on too much work, which will affect his performance."
"We have Ronaldo, Van Nistelrooy, some of the best strikers, Giggs, Scholes, Beckham, myself, some of the best midfielders, and Ferdinand, one of the best defenders."
"And Manchester City only has Deng Kai."
On the other side.
Baggio commented, "Manchester City is a very young and energetic team. It wouldn’t surprise me if such a team beats any opponent!"
Hierro, "These young lads will burst with shocking power. Perhaps now isn’t their prime time, but that day will come sooner or later."
Schmeichel, "In terms of strength, Manchester United is certainly stronger. But Manchester City’s greatest charm is making you believe that anything is possible."
"I believe many Manchester City fans have felt that way this season."
"This is the unique attraction of ’Deng’ style Manchester City. From this perspective, I think Manchester deserves to have a place for Manchester City."
Guardiola, "Ferguson is great, and in some sense, he is one of the greatest coaches in the world. But when it comes to tactics, Manchester City has the best coach in the world."
It goes without saying who Guardiola was referring to.
Maxa: That’s me!
The Manchester sibling rivalry was going crazy.
This round of trash talk directly attracted the attention of the entire Premier League.
According to data, public transportation heading to Manchester this week has been off the charts.
Countless Premier League fans have poured into the city.
Eager to witness this super derby.
Major media outlets have all expressed their opinions.
Almost no one thinks Manchester City will win.
Even only a minority believe Manchester City could pull off a draw.
Everyone else believes Manchester United will triumph.
Wenger, the boss of second-ranked Arsenal in the Premier League, made a sharp comment, "If this game were happening three years later, I might hesitate."
"Manchester City is actually a very clear team, with a very high attack ceiling. Have you ever seen a front six’s crazy offense? They can play that kind of attack!"
"If their forwards are good enough, they could even play the strongest attack in world football!"
"But unfortunately, their players are still lacking somewhat."
"A bit short on strength, on adapting to tactics, on blending with each other."
"And Manchester United, after Ronaldo’s joining, they have become one of the strongest teams in Europe already. If it weren’t for fear of affecting our morale, I would even consider dropping the ’one of’."
"They are a more terrifying team than Real Madrid."
"I see no hope for Manchester City to win."
...
November 9th.
The thirteenth round of the English Premier League.
Maine Road Stadium, a sea of people.
Over eighty thousand fans completely filled the stadium.
This is the most attended game of the Premier League season so far, bar none.
The facilities at Maine Road Stadium are quite basic.
At least ten thousand seats have various issues, and the stadium was originally not to be opened.
But it couldn’t withstand the joint demands of the Manchester City and Manchester United fans.
They wanted to come, all of them wanted to come!
Because this game is ace versus ace!
This Manchester derby hasn’t even started, and everyone is already prepared to go mad with excitement.
Anyone in Manchester could sense the unusual atmosphere in the air due to various factors.
This war is bound to be incredibly fierce.
Manchester can only have one king!
Is it the king of the Premier League?
Or the King of Alvalade?
"Ladies and gentlemen, this is the match between Manchester City and Manchester United, I am Huang Jianxiang, the commentator for this game. Sitting beside me are Zhan Jun and He Wei."
"The three of us will bring you this match together."
"The starting lineup for Manchester United is:
Ronaldo, Van Nistelrooy
Giggs, Scholes, Roy Keane, Beckham
Phil Neville, Ferdinand, O’Shea, Gary Neville
Barthez"
"This is Manchester United’s strongest lineup, with Blanco, Veron, Solskjaer, Diego Forlan and others ready on the bench."
"It can be said, Manchester United’s determination to take all three points is all reflected in this luxurious lineup."
"The starting lineup for Manchester City is:
Baggio, Adriano, Ribery
Deng Kai, Essien, Tu Lei
Grosso, Chiellini, Hierro, Maicon
Lehmann."
"Lehmann rarely starts in the Premier League, but this time he’s chosen, probably considering his excellent performance in the League Cup."
"It seems that Lehmann has overtaken Cech for the starting spot."
"Adriano’s start is due to Robbie Fowler’s injury absence."
"To be honest, this lineup is far inferior to Manchester United’s."
"Oh! There are many celebrities from all walks of society in the stands, which also shows the influence of this game."
"In the stands, it’s half red and half blue! Manchester United fans have completely invaded this stadium."
"There are nearly forty thousand fans from both sides!"
"It’s magnificent! In this clear division of red and blue, who will win the final victory?"
"With the referee’s whistle, the game officially begins!"
Bang!
Deng Kai passed the football to Hierro in the back and then turned and sprinted.
At the same time, Baggio, Adriano, Tu Lei, and Ribery lined up and also sprinted.
Kickoff strike!
