Chapter 39: Carol's "Great Gift" (I)

"Oh, and we saw Portuguese youngster Cristiano Ronaldo on the bench at Manchester United. Pen | fun | pavilion www. biquge。 I don't know if we will get a chance to see his debut at Manchester United today, the talented young man who took over David Beckham's Manchester United No.7 shirt has already received the anticipation of many Manchester United fans.

Then, aha, we also saw a new goalkeeper who had just made a stunning performance in the Community Shield and became the most eye-catching goalkeeper in England. It is said that Ferguson originally wanted to put him in the reserve team for training, but it was only because of the sudden recurrence of Howard's injury this time that he was included in Manchester United's 16-man squad this time. I don't know, we can still see him play today, you must know that the outside world is very much looking forward to him playing again and see what kind of wonderful performance he gives. ......”

As the television camera swept to United's bench, Lineker, who was once again sent to give commentary on the United game, couldn't help but introduce the fans in front of the TV to the fans who were particularly eye-catching on the United bench today.

Although the French youngster Demba, who is also on the bench at Manchester United, is also a new and eye-catching face in the United squad, there is no doubt that the youngster will be slightly less attractive to Lineker than Cristiano Ronaldo and Li Lei.

On his side, after hearing Lineker's introduction to Ronaldo and Li Lei's anticipation and optimism, his Liverpool celebrity partner Alan Hansen couldn't help but itch his mouth again and expressed his opposition.

"Come on, Gary. Tell me you don't really believe that the 18-year-old Portuguese kid really has enough qualifications to carry on David's number 7 shirt. He may be a little famous in Portugal, but in England, who knows about him. At least I hadn't heard of them before he officially joined Manchester United.

As for the Asian kid with the big head, I'm willing to bet that a young player like him who doesn't respect the fans won't get much far. If it weren't for the media hype, where would he have such a high 'fame' now. Although he did perform well in the penalty shoot-out in the Community Shield, it was just the luck of a layman, not a reflection of his true strength at all.

I wonder what Ferguson is doing?! Could it be that after Beckham left him, he would rely on these two youngsters to win the championship again?! It's just a joke! ”

He said this very spicy, not only criticized Li Lei again and expressed his disfavor, but even the new Manchester United No. 7 Ronaldo did not escape his sharp mouth. If it were normal, as soon as he said this, Lineker would have retorted. But this time, that's not the case.

After listening to Alan Hansen's words, Lineker suddenly thought of a shocking statement that made the partner the laughing stock of football. The corners of his mouth unconsciously brought a little evil smile, and he provoked evilly: "Wow, Alain, are you sure you want to say that about these two young people?" Have you forgotten the original class of 92? ”

Hearing this, Alan Hansen, who had intended to continue to count Li Lei and Ronaldo, suddenly unconsciously paused. He looked at the evil smile on Lineker's face, and knew what his partner was thinking, which was nothing more than provoking himself.

Of course, he has not forgotten the incident about the 92 class. Although he is really not optimistic about the future of Li Lei and Ronaldo at Manchester United, he still can't help but hesitate after being bitten by a snake for ten years and afraid of the well rope.

But in the end, he was provoked by Lineker's words. Thinking that this was not a good opportunity to take revenge on Li Lei and Ronaldo from the original 92 class, he immediately gritted his teeth and said fiercely: "I don't believe they will be the second 92 class." I can make a bet with you, if they do what Class '92 did, I'll shave my hair. What about you? ”

Alan Hansen was not completely confused, and took the opportunity to pull Lineker, who had provoked him to bad water, into the water. At this time, if Lineker did not dare to gamble, it would be too embarrassing for him to lose face as an English celebrity. So, the former England international nodded without hesitation: "OK, if you win, then I will not grow a beard for 5 years." ”

As soon as this sentence came out, the most talked-about gambling agreement in the history of English football in the future was born in a situation that no one expected. So, when the game had already begun, it was Lineker and Alan Hansen's bet that stole all the limelight.

Soon, the bet became the hottest topic on social networks and was quickly hotly discussed. For a time, the 22 players of Manchester United and Bolton Wanderers who were on the pitch at Old Trafford became the hardest and hardest working supporting characters in the world.

It wasn't until a few moments later that the attention of the fans in front of the TV returned to the game in full swing.

From the outset, the game was put on track as expected before the game, becoming a one-sided attack for Manchester United. As it turns out, even though United's golden midfield system has been dismantled, it is still not as strong as a mid-tier Premier League team like Bolton.

Amid the tsunami cheers of more than 70,000 United fans, Bolton could barely afford to be bombarded with a constant onslaught from Manchester United in their own half. Although they have always had the intention to fight back, their counter-attacks simply could not really take shape, thus forming the gate guarded by Northern Ireland goalkeeper Carroll.

Instead, it was their own defence, teetering under the frenzied attacks of United's two wings. Finally, in the 14th minute of the first half, Bolton's defense was completely breached.

Although it lacks the sharp penetration of Beckham on the right, the dribbling breakthrough of Giggs on the left is still sharp. After getting a pass from Scholes, the Welshman made a beautiful change of rhythm and accelerated directly to shake off Bolton's right-back Bevis and dribble straight to the bottom line.

Meanwhile, in the Bolton penalty area, Paul Scholes, who stepped in from behind, and Dutch centre-forward Ruud van Nistelrooy, formed two flanking points in front and back. Eventually, with Ruud van Nistelrooy drawing all the attention of Bolton's two centre-backs, Scholes, who was unguarded on the edge of the box, fired a golf-puttering effort that sent the ball straight into the right post. Bolton's goalkeeper was helpless and didn't even make a save.

The goal immediately made the United fans even more excited, and Old Trafford became even more boisterous and lively. In such a situation, the momentum of the Manchester United players on the field is naturally rising, and the offensive has become more violent.

Perhaps because he hadn't recovered from the first goal conceded, Ruud van Nistelrooy doubled the lead for United just three minutes after the restart. The goal was a gift from Bolton's defenders, who made a mistake at the back that allowed Paul Scholes to cut off the ball and deliver a textbook-accurate cross from a 45-degree angle outside the box.

"Ah!!h

Ruud van Nistelrooy's goal sent the already noisy Old Trafford stadium to a boil, with deafening cheers echoing over the area. The more than 70,000 red Manchester United fans in the stands looked like boiling red lava, screaming and jumping wildly.

Their fiery passion makes the whole of Old Trafford full of fiery charm at this moment. And this moved Li Lei, who sat at the league site to watch the game for the first time.

This is the first time he has seen more than 70,000 people jumping together passionately, and it is also the first time he has heard more than 70,000 people cheering passionately together, and it is also the first time he has witnessed the scene of more than 70,000 people going crazy because of one person at the same time.

Looking at this shocking scene in front of him, Li Lei suddenly felt that his whole body was shaking with excitement, and his whole body was boiling, and he had an irrepressible urge to play.

He wanted to test what it was like to be in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the stadium and be cheered on by more than 70,000 people at the same time. It must be very cool, thinking about this, Li Lei's eyes suddenly became hot.

At the same time, the situation on the field seems to be changing. I don't know if it was Bolton's players who woke up on their own, or their manager on the sidelines who woke them up, anyway, after Manchester United's second goal, Bolton's extremely unfavorable situation on the field finally improved.

Although it cannot be said that it completely reversed the situation and gained the upper hand in front of Manchester United, at least it gradually stabilized the defense line and stood firm. While not giving United more chances to score in the positional battle, they were able to play a few sporadic counter-attacks with a little threat.

Under such circumstances, Manchester United fans, who had shouted enough for more than 20 minutes, finally had a chance to rest their voices temporarily. They're recuperating until the next time the team has another offensive surge. Although Bolton have come back a little bit now, they don't think that this game has been played so far, and Bolton can still play any moths on their home turf.

But it was in their minds that when the game time came to the 34th minute of the first half, a sudden change occurred on the field. At this time, Bolton finally won their first corner of the game and it was a rare opportunity to directly threaten Manchester United's goal.

But the quality of the corners they take is so poor that they are high and slow, and they can be easily handled by any qualified professional goalkeeper.

But just when everyone was expecting Carroll to take off the football and Manchester United started another wave of attack, the unexpected happened. Carroll, who had just been recognised by United fans and Alex Ferguson for his consistent performances at the end of last season, has once again fallen into the old mistake of carelessness.

"Carol plucked.... Oh oh oh oh oh, the Northern Irishman unbelievably missed the ball in the air and he didn't hold it at all. He's buttered hands! The football fell in front of the Manchester United goal, and there was chaos in front of the goal, oh Andrea! GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL! 2:1! Bolton pulled a goal back, Manchester United fans were relieved too soon! Carroll gave a big gift, and Bolton central defender Andre, who accidentally got the football in front of goal, poked his toe and let Manchester United concede the first goal of the season! Manchester United's goalkeeper Carroll is fully responsible for this conceded goal, and his mistake is simply unforgivable! More layman than a layman!! ....", Lineker explained passionately.

However, at this moment, all the United fans, players, staff, and even Alex Ferguson are stunned. The entire Old Trafford stadium was in an awkward silence.

Among them, even Li Lei is no exception.

He stared at the field dumbfounded, and there was only one thought left in his head.

What's this for?!

Give me a big gift?!

Do you want to send me straight to the field?!

This Northern Irishman doesn't have a good relationship with me!

He was completely confused.