On December 14, the twentieth round of the Championship.

Leicester City won 3-2 against Burnley.

This match extended their lead to ten points.

As long as nothing else, they will be stable this season.

After the game, the players thanked the fans on the sidelines of the stadium and the atmosphere was very enthusiastic.

They enjoyed the applause of the fans, and their ears were filled with their names being shouted by the fans.

There are also crazy female fans who offer flying kisses.

The lads were intoxicated.

Returning to the locker room in high spirits, the coaching staff had already returned.

In the dressing room, Shakespeare had already posted his latest standings on his clipboard.

The huge "10 points" is quite eye-catching.

"Lads! We're 10 points ahead! You guys are superb! ”

"Oh oh oh!"

Leicester soldiers cheered and high-fived.

Pearson was smiling as well.

After a few moments, Pearson slowly put away his smile as he looked around and looked at the players very seriously.

"Guys, there's one thing I want to ask you, and I want to hear your opinions."

"Huh?"

The players were stunned.

A coach who has always been determined wants to listen to us?

It's rare.

Pearson looked around, looked at the generals one by one, and spoke slowly.

"We had a very busy schedule during this period, one game in three days.

"Actually, according to my thinking at the beginning of the season, I was going to give up the cup competition.

"I even want the youth players to go up and have fun.

"After all, our most important goal is to win the league title, to go to the top of the competition.

"As for the cups, the chances of us winning are too slim.

"Anyway, it should be smaller than winning the league.

"If you can't win the championship, then it doesn't mean much to go far.

"On the contrary, it may affect our league results, and the gains outweigh the losses.

"But now, my mind has changed a little bit.

"Guys, you've done a great job this season, everybody is great.

"I was surprised by the new lads who joined the team.

"The heroes who overtook last season, you are still in excellent form.

"And we're a strong team now, and we're leading in league points.

"So, I have some thoughts—

"Why don't we go for it in the cup?

"Two reasons.

"First, you are very good, and I believe that you are fully capable and have the opportunity to go further.

"Second, if we go further, we will meet more Premier League teams, giants,

"It's going to be a big deal to play with them.

"It's a great thing to have a high level of attention.

"This means we're going to get a lot of ticket revenue and advertising revenue.

"It's a huge help for team building, and you'll get a lot of money personally.

"Another thing, with attention, each of you will have a brighter future.

"If you are favored by the wealthy, I will not stop you from looking for a better future.

"Of course, I still want to be with you.

"That's the beauty of the Cup.

'At the beginning of the season, I felt we should focus on the league.

'Now I think we can be distracted from the cup game.

"But ah, if you fight on two or three fronts,

"It's definitely going to be a big challenge for each of you,

'Fitness is a big issue and the pressure is tough.

"Now I want to hear your opinions.

"You want to stay at the top of the league and stay focused.

"Or do you want to try to play a few more cup games and play against more Premier League opponents next season?"

As soon as Pearson's words fell, the grumpy Konchesky slapped his chest!

"Gotta them!"

"Whom?"

"those guys from the Premier League! We'll run into them sooner or later anyway! ”

"So, you're interested in cup competitions?"

"Must ~ must ~ ~ of~!"

"Good! Who else has any ideas? Say whatever you want. ”

Captain Morgan also stood up: "I don't want to give up the cup either. ”

Jamie Vardy's eyes were determined: "I want to play every game well and take every opponent seriously!" ”

Schmeichel: "We're secure at the top of the league and we can spread our energy properly, so I think it's okay. ”

Danny Drinkwater: "I want to give it my all in the cup! Coach, let me ask you one more question, if Real Madrid takes a fancy to me, will you be willing to let me go? ”

"Hahahaha!"

The locker room erupted in laughter.

Pearson was not angry: "Don't talk about Real Madrid, even if Rome wants you, I will let you go!" ”

James: "That's even...... Won't Rome feel offended......"

Most of the players expressed their approval of the third-line operation.

Pearson nodded, his gaze looking at Xia Xing again.

"Xia, what do you think? You're an important offensive piece for the team right now. ”

Xia Xing smiled slightly, his face full of confidence.

"Coach rest assured, my physical fitness is absolutely fine, even if it is a double game for a week like this, I can definitely handle it!"

"Good!"

Pearson slapped his face: "Since you all agreed, then let's take the devil's schedule seriously!" Come on, boys! ”

Won against Burnley on 14 December, rested for a day and resumed training on 16 December.

Training continued on December 17.

On December 18, the whole Leicester City team set off.

They traveled to Manchester.

This time, instead of accompanying a couple of former Manchester United players back to catch up, they went to Manchester's Blue Space.

In today's Carabao Cup quarter-finals, Leicester City will travel to their opponents – Manchester City!

On the bus to the away side, Drinkwater quipped: "We've been with Manchester City during this time." Burnley, who played several former Manchester City players the other day, now meets the real Manchester City again. ”

Andy King: "What's the matter, are you confident?" ”

"Of course I have that!" James slapped his chest, "I've killed them!" ”

De la Aet also rubbed his hands on it: "It's been a long time since I've played against Manchester City. ”

Liam Moore: "Let me ask weakly, did you play against Manchester City when you were at Manchester United? ”

Silent.

Awkward silence.

James: "We've played against Manchester City's youth team! And so they are! ”

Liam Moore: "It's good, it's good. ”

Schmeichel: "You don't want to open any pot and mention which pot is good......

Watching the players chatting in the back row, Shakespeare was in a good mood: "It seems that these boys are in a good state of mind, and they are not nervous at all." ”

Pearson looked out the window at the blue sky: "It's best if they can relax so much when they get to the Etihad Stadium." ”

Shakespeare: "No problem, I'm optimistic about them!" ”

Pearson turned his head to look at Xia Xing, who was separated by two seats.

I saw Xia Xing looking out the window, as if he was thinking about something.

Perhaps, he was thinking about a new assignment I had given him?

Let's hope he can do what I want today......