It's been a long time since the atmosphere in the dressing room has been this good, and when you haven't won in over a month and then you finally win, it's a great feeling.

That's why Nicholas needs those three points. Confidence, he's got it, but he can't give it to the players for no reason. He is not a famous coach, and he is not a big star when he is a player, not to mention the fact that he has not led the team alone, he wants others to believe him, even if he says it is out of the blue, it is not as direct as three points.

He knew that when he made the decision to make the substitution, Gary and George were clearly not supportive. It's just that in that case, they can't directly oppose it. It was a gamble, and he won. If he loses, the next time, they will distrust him even more. Then, there will be rumors of a feud between the manager and the deputy coach. Even, it will cause conflicts in the locker room.

In just two days, Nicholas was convinced that his football philosophy would not be compatible with Gary. Gary likes 442, oh, and there are hardly any English coaches who don't like 442. The problem is that he only loves the traditional British 442. Wings fly together, that's what they like to say. However, not to mention the Championship teams, even the Premier League teams, how many teams can fly together now? Why do they have to play like this when the player's ability is obviously not suitable for such a play? Also, he doesn't like to use young people. On top of that, he thinks he's too conservative – he doesn't want QPR to be a team that only puts a double-decker bus in front of the box.

Oh God, Nicholas found it difficult to explain to Gary. He had only one option, and that was to fire him. An assistant coach is so important to a head coach that he doesn't want an assistant coach who is incompetent and wants to rebel all the time. Fortunately, the top brass had no problem firing Gary at all.

As for the first-team coach George, Nicholas wanted to keep him. George's thinking is similar to Gary's, but not as tough as Gary's. That's a lot easier to solve. He also needs someone who is familiar with all aspects of the first team, and besides, George has been at QPR for many years, so having him there will be a great help to the atmosphere in the dressing room.

*******

Double races a week is always a problem. Every team's problem, every manager's problem. The key is to win as much as possible.

Nicholas gave the players a day off, but the coaching staff didn't have half a day off. After the meeting, Nicholas called Gary into his office.

Gary sat on the couch in the head coach's office and squinted at Nicholas as he poured water. He didn't like him. The face is too beautiful, too young, both reckless and conservative...... There are so many reasons for this. But Gary disliked two things about him the most: one, he robbed him of his job. That's right, there were people in the top management who asked him to act as head coach until the end of the season, who knew that he finally hired this guy; second, he had the intention of promoting that female coach, what is this like? Could it be that the men are all □□ to go, and they have to ask a little girl?

Nicholas poured water and poured Gary a glass by the way.

Then he sat down across from him, and without beating around the bush, he went straight to the point, "Mr. Cole, I think our partnership is over." ”

Gary straightened up sharply, he couldn't believe what he heard. He chuckled dryly, "Hey, Nick, I don't quite understand what you mean. ”

Nicholas chuckled lightly when he heard this, "You should call me boss or Mr. Flores." I couldn't be clearer that you're fired. ”

Gary stared at the young man in front of him, how dare he? He's been in QPR for years, he's changed so many head coaches, he's still here, he's planning to retire here.

"Damn, do you know what you're talking about, young man?" Gary suddenly raised his voice.

"I don't want to repeat the same thing a second time. Nicholas said as he stood up, disdainful to look at him again, "The club will write you a good letter of recommendation, and I can write one if you need it, but I'm sure you won't want it." ”

Gary also stood up, he pointed to Nicholas's back and shouted, "Little Nick, without me, you are afraid that it will be difficult for you to be relegated! ”

Nicholas was already in his office chair, and he still had a lot of work to do, but he didn't have time to spend it with this man. He raised his eyes, "An adult should consciously walk out of this office now." As for my team results, if you are still interested after leaving, you may wish to pay more attention. We'll wait and see. ”

Gary stood still, still angry at first, but soon he became depressed. He was really fired. As he left, he cursed a swear word. He hated Nicolás Flores, and one day he must make him pay for what he did today.

By noon, everyone in the club knew about Gary's dismissal. He quickly packed up his things and left Harrington training base with a curse.

It is said that before leaving, he went to the top management to complain, but the top management ignored him. The head coach has the power to fire an assistant coach. What's more, Nicholas has just won a game, and they can't stand against the manager at this time.

When Lu Ling heard the news, he was discussing with Tom the tactical details of the reserve team game in the evening.

Tom asked Lu Ling early this morning about what happened during yesterday's game. Lu Ling said as he pleased. Tom snorted, "Looks like Nicholas might as well have you as his assistant." ”

Unexpectedly, just a few hours later, Gary was fired. There was a small flame in Lu Ling's heart, which was burning.

******

During the coaching staff meeting, George was a little sullen. Of course, he knows the truth of killing chickens and making an example of monkeys. Football philosophy, in his place, in the final analysis, can still seek common ground while reserving differences. He has worked with Gary for a long time, and he has some feelings, and it is reasonable to be depressed by the departure of his old colleague. As long as Nicholas can bring the results up, he doesn't care about the details.

After the meeting, Old Tom and Lu Ling went to the reserve team's locker room non-stop.

Later in the game, Tom sat in the coach's seat and stood still, but Christine would often stand up and give loud instructions to the sidelines.

The game didn't end until eight o'clock in the evening. Lu Ling discovered Nicholas after the match. He may have deliberately been unobtrusive. The man was wearing a tracksuit and a beanie, and at first glance he thought he was a first-team player.

Nicholas walked over and chatted with Tom and Lu Ling about the game just now, and then talked about Yu Zixiang and Ian Parker. Then, he makes a strange invitation, and he invites Old Tom and Lu Ling to his house for dinner.

Lu Ling was stunned for a long time, and when he looked at Tom, Tom was also stunned.

Soon, though, Tom accepted the manager's offer with a smile. Lu Ling naturally had no reason to refuse.

Nicholas lives in Surrey and is a short drive away. Many players in the London team like to buy houses here, and it is a very good area.

In fact, most of London's West End is quite good for environment and safety.

According to the zip code given by Nicholas, Tom and Lu Ling found his residence. From the outside, it is not affordable for the average middle class.

Tom rings the doorbell.

Soon, Nicholas opened the door. He had changed into jeans and a shirt and smiled, "I just moved in yesterday and the house is empty, don't mind." ”

Lu Ling and Tom entered the house. It is a two-storey villa with a small pool and garden. The interior design of the house is minimalist, and it is true, as Nicholas said, very empty.

With plates already on the table, Nicholas said in the kitchen, "Wait a minute. ”

Lu Ling looked back at Tom, he was talking on the phone by the window, he should have called his family, explaining that he would go back later.

The steak on the plate was a bit mushy, but this was Lu Ling's own request, and she liked overcooked food. The steak on the plate of those two people was only five or six medium-rare, and even blood could be seen when cut open. I have to say that Nicholas's cooking skills are quite good, this is one of the best steaks Lu Ling has ever tasted, the sauce is delicious, the meat is charred on the outside and tender on the inside, and with a glass of mellow red wine, it is like a meal in a Michelin restaurant.

The topics at the banquet were all about football, and the three of them talked very speculatively.

Old Tom was very knowledgeable. Although he is only a reserve coach for a team in the second tier of England, he is indeed a rare continental mindset among England's youth coaches. Over the past year or so, Lu Ling has followed Tom and learned a lot.

But Tom is the kind of man who can never become the head coach of a professional team. It's not a matter of ability, it's a matter of character. This can be seen by anyone who knows a little bit about him, and he himself does not have too much ambition, and is more obsessed with youth training.

Nicholas put down his knife and fork, wiped the corners of his mouth, and took another sip of red wine. This person is doing this set of actions, and they are all very good-looking. When Lu Ling remembered his wiki, he had seen his family background - although he was not from a noble background, he did come from a wealthy family. His father was a former footballer, and after retiring as a player, he became the principal of a football school, and his mother was a university professor.

This person's words and deeds are both elegant and arrogant. Swans, definitely swans.

"Mr. Jones. Nicholas looked at old Tom, "If you don't mind, lend me your men." ”

Old Tom was stunned for a moment, then looked at his assistant.

Christine is a very talented and hardworking coach.

The girl he met when he went to take the FA Level 2 course. Not only was she the only girl in the class, but she was also the youngest. He was impressed by her understanding and love for football. Thinking that one day, if she really wanted to step into professional football, he would definitely help her.

She led the varsity team in college and led Charlton Athletic U15 women's football team. Before graduating from university, he obtained a UEFA B coaching certificate. After graduating, he worked part-time at a café and led a reserve team at Brentford, which was still in League Two at the time. Until a year and a half ago, he felt she was ready and offered her this full-time job.

She's doing a great job, all the time.

And now, the opportunity she has been waiting for ten years has finally appeared.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Lu Ling snorted, and Nicholas turned his head.

"If you want to hire me, shouldn't you ask me directly?" the woman stared at him with dark eyes, as if she was offended.

"Why? I know you won't refuse. Nicholas smiled like a Latin lover.