The confrontation between the two teams began with psychological warfare. Jose Mourinho is one of the most popular managers to use psychological warfare.

Back in Italy, Jose Mourinho said in an interview: "I know Manchester United very well. On the contrary, Ferguson didn't know much about my Inter. This is a huge advantage for us. ”

When he arrived in Madrid, he made another big joke: "Ferguson is a decorated coach, but he is too old and too conservative. He is no longer used to the new era of football, and while United can still dominate domestically, they will suffer on the continental stage. Football tactics are about keeping up with the times and I'll tell him in the game what the best tactics are right now. ”

Ferguson was not angry at all, and shouted in the air: "That's his temper." I don't blame him, I understand him perfectly. Although there was a misunderstanding between me and him at first, now we are good friends. I bet he'll call me to apologize when the game is over. ”

Mourinho saw that he did not succeed in provoking Ferguson, so he recklessly shifted his firepower and pointed the finger at United's core players Licardo and Wayne Rooney, deliberately provoking a conflict between them: "It's true that Ricardo is one of the best players in the world, but so is Rooney. After Ricardo arrived at Manchester United, Rooney's form was not as good as before. They don't have a 1+1=2 effect. Wayne Rooney is a true genius and his achievements don't stop there. Ricardo liked to run in the middle too much, and Rooney, who was squeezing in the middle, lost his tactical flexibility. I don't think they're a good fit to be in the same team. ”

Ricardo didn't speak, but Rooney jumped out: "I don't have a lot of personal friends with Ricardo, our personalities are too different, but I recognize him as a great player and it's been a pleasure to work with him on the pitch." And he was a good man, humble and courteous, and sincere. I don't think he's stealing the limelight from me, I'm who I am, and I won't change because of anyone. My stats have dropped this season, but the fans can see what I'm doing for the team and I'm helping the team in my own way. Now that we have four first prizes and are about to get our fifth and most important one, we will start a new dynasty. In this dynasty, Licardo and I are both important components, and we are not jealous of each other's achievements. ”

After the failure of the provocation, Mourinho was not discouraged and played another card: "It was Inter Milan who brought Ricardo to Europe and helped him on the road to superstardom." Without Inter, there would be no Ricardo today. But Ricardo chose to leave at the time, and I understand his approach, as a professional player, he can't resist Real Madrid's call. But I think he owes Inter too much. ”

Ricardo had to stand up and speak out on his own: "During my time at Inter Milan, I always fought for the team wholeheartedly and lived up to my work ethic. Inter Milan has nurtured me, I have reciprocated Inter with titles, I have always loved that touch of blue and black, Inter Milan has a special place in my heart. But in this final, I will definitely give my best, I am a professional player, and I will not affect my performance on the football field because of my personal feelings. If I scored against Inter, I wouldn't have celebrated. ”

Mourinho's psychological warfare didn't have the results he wanted, but he wasn't surprised. Ferguson is scheming, and Ricardo and Rooney are maturing and will not be easily defeated.

After a two-day hiatus, Mourinho continued to create friction in his pre-match press conference: "No matter how righteous Ricardo is, he is always a traitor to Inter. His teammates won't forgive him, and the fans won't forgive him. The lads are already holding their back to fight him, and we will do whatever it takes to win, and foul play is also a tactic. ”

"We beat defending champions Barcelona and it was a testament to our quality. In my opinion, although Licardo has won four consecutive double titles, Messi is not inferior to him, and even better than him in some aspects. My team has found a way to deal with Manchester United, we are good defensively and not bad in attack, so I can't think of any reason why we can't win. ”

Alex Ferguson, for his part, avoided a verbal battle, simply answering questions from reporters and announcing United's squad ahead of schedule.

Manchester United's starting 11 were: Van der Sar, Patrice Evra, Nemanja Vidic, Rio Ferdinand, Neville; Carrick and Fletcher are paired in midfield, with Wayne Rooney up front, Ricardo on the left, Valencia on the right, and Ronaldo as a single striker.

On the day of the race.

During the pre-match warm-up, Ricardo took the initiative to walk to the area of the Inter Milan players and shook hands with his old teammates.

His team-mates have now become Inter legends, with Zanetti, Materazzi, Cambiasso, Samoel, Cesar, McCone and Rico all hugging him affectionately. Sneijder, who had worked with Real Madrid, also took the initiative to shake his hand.

"Don't take it personally," Zanetti told him, "we don't see you as an enemy, Mourinho is just using psychological tactics. ”

"I know," laughed Ricardo, "I can't see you as enemies. In today's game, we were opponents. The game is over, and we're still friends. ”

McConn, who has developed into the world's No. 1 right-back, was blunt: "Licardo, you have to be careful, I won't show mercy today, but I won't deliberately use lethal tactics either. Don't get hurt, I'm waiting for you to lift the World Cup with us." ”

"Don't cry when I'm gone."

"I won't be passed by you! Let the horses come! ”

Ricardo walked over to Rico again, and the two hugged each other tightly.

"Licardo, my good brother, it's okay to put some water in this game, I have never lifted the Champions League!"

"I'll introduce you to Manchester United next season," said Ricardo with a smile, "I'll win this year's title first, and I'll take you again next year." ”

Rico punched him, "Hey, it's better to do this, I'll win the championship this year, and I'll go to you next season and win the championship with you." ”

After the greetings, Ricardo returned to his own warm-up field, but his eyes involuntarily drifted to the stands.

Most of the fans were already in the stadium, and the Inter Milan fans played a huge TIFO with him and Ronaldo on the screen, with the phrase "Thank you for the happy time you brought us." ”

Neutral Real Madrid fans also unfurled a huge banner: "Welcome home! ”

Ricardo was in a good mood.

After the warm-up, before returning to the dressing room, he and Ronaldo went to bow to the Inter Milan fans and Real Madrid fans, causing the fans to laugh and scream.

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