Becoming a football god from Arsenal

Chapter 103 The final championship battle begins! Win everything in one go!! [55]

On May 5, Lineker and Alan Shearer appeared on the camera again in a BBC program. After they finished their opening remarks, they turned the topic to Sheffield United.

"Mr. Alan Shearer."

Lineker looked at Alan Shearer with a joking look on his face and said: "In the first half, we discussed the excellent performance of Sheffield United, especially Gary Speed ​​and Maher in their team.

"Now, the Championship is about to end. When we look back at our comments about them, what new ideas will we have?"

Alan Shearer looked a little embarrassed. He remembered what he had said, that if Gary Speed ​​led the team to promotion to the Premier League, he would run naked around the Thames.

Fortunately, everyone has a tacit understanding that this kind of flag will basically not be fulfilled once it is set.

He just had to prepare himself for the teasing, not for the actual trip to the Thames.

“We underestimated them.”

Alan Shearer calmed down and analyzed from a professional perspective as much as possible: "Sheffield United is about to complete an outstanding season, an incredible season, they represent the spirit of competition.

"We all know that the Championship has 46 rounds of games each season, but the points of the teams that won the championship in previous seasons are often around 90 points, and some even fall below 90 points. This is unreasonable and is similar to the 38-round Premier League.

"The reason is simple: it is difficult for mid- and lower-tier teams to put pressure on upper-tier teams, and the competition among upper-tier teams can hardly be called fierce.

"Sheffield United's emergence this season has increased their competitiveness, forcing other top teams to make changes and do their best to win and win points, which has increased the competition in the league.

"We have all seen the results. Two teams have already accumulated over 2 points this season, and Norwich, ranked third, has also broken the record for the highest points in previous seasons."

Lineker nodded slightly and led the topic: "What do you think made them emerge out of nowhere, Gary Speed?"

"Ha ha."

Alan Shearer smiled and shook his head in denial: “Although the flag I set for Gary Speed ​​has made me ridiculed by many fans recently, I still have to say that at least when he first took office, he did not have the ability to coach a Championship contender.

"Everyone knows why Sheffield United came through - it was because of Maher."

Lineker held up his headset. He had just wanted to steer the conversation here. “Yes, it is indeed because of Maher. He has achieved incredible results this season. Most of the team’s goals are related to him.

"39 goals and 27 assists in a single season, either of which can make a player the best player of the season, but he has these two outrageous statistics combined!
"He scored 45 goals in 66 games in his debut season. I must say that no other football genius has reached his level in his debut season! He almost redefined genius and showed an extraordinary level."

"Ronaldo isn't any good either?" Alan Shearer asked with a smile. This is a hot topic on the Internet right now.

"no!"

Lineker answered firmly despite the risk of being scolded. He believed in his own judgment, "Look at his achievements. He has led the team to complete the upgrade task. In addition, he has also won the top scorer and the top assists, and both in a record-breaking way.

"You have to believe that he has the ability to become a regular starter for a Premier League club at the age of 18 and slowly chase those Premier League records."

At this point, he remembered something and laughed: "I just remembered that Mr. Alan Shearer is the record holder for Premier League goals. Do you think his landing in the Premier League next season will bring you pressure?"

"No." Alan Shearer straightened his back. He was no longer sleepy when talking about this. He smiled and said, "At least he has to wait until he is 23 years old, when he is in his prime, to have a chance to win this record.

"Don't say I'm confident. Look, Cristiano couldn't break my record before he left, haha."

Lineker nodded. What he said made sense, but he always felt that this magical boy might bring surprises to everyone when he landed in the Premier League.

In the next few days, Maher adjusted his condition and waited quietly for the arrival of the game.

On May 5, he stopped the extra training tasks and used all his time to rest, striving to appear in the home of Queens Park Rangers in the best condition.

"I got the tickets for you."

That afternoon, he took out 11 tickets, gave two to Safina and Harry, and said with a smile: "When the time comes, sit with Mr. Wenger and my family."

After my aunt asked him for 5 tickets, more people came to him for tickets for this hot battle in the past few days.

First, his youth team coach Hans called and asked him to help get two tickets, saying that he would come with Mr. Wenger.

Then came Mr. Mendes, who noticed the importance of the match and said he would come to witness it.

Finally, it was Miss Isabella who, after asking whether his relatives would come, actually asked him for tickets, saying that it was a bit outrageous that she had not been able to book one since she could obviously just buy it at a high price.

In this way, Maher asked the club for 9 VIP tickets in a row, and bought 2 more after remembering Harry and Safina.

A cheering group of 11 friends and family.

He is getting better now. His friends and family include two coaches from Premier League teams, a top agent, two physiotherapists at the Super League level, a rich woman, and five family members.

"call"

After letting out a breath, Mael felt a sense of pressure in his heart. If he didn't play well, he would remember it for the rest of his life.

"Mr. Wenger is coming too?"

Safina's expression changed, and she asked curiously, "Where's your agent? Is he coming?"

"Come."

Maher smiled. It seemed that Mendes still had some influence in this circle. "You will all be together by then."

"sure."

Harry held the ticket and sighed, "You must play well. So many important people are here. You must let us see you hold the trophy."

"Will do."

Maher clenched his fists and went into the room to rest. When he passed by Gilbert's room, he saw that he was meditating with headphones on. He must be under a lot of pressure as well.

He didn't bother her and went into the room to rest, waiting for Harry's massage treatment.

On the morning of May 5, my uncle and his family arrived in Sheffield. This was their second visit here this year.

"Little star!"

"Brother is a big star!"

Compared to the last time, this time they have gradually accepted Maher's identity change and got along very well as soon as they met.

Maher took them to a restaurant for dinner, arranged accommodation for them, and contacted a business car to go to Fulham, London tomorrow before preparing to leave.

"Take two more tickets."

He handed them the tickets for Wenger and Hans and asked them to keep them together: “Mr. Wenger and Coach Hans will come together tomorrow. They are very busy and will only arrive near the stadium before the game.

"I'll give you Hans' phone number when the time comes. Once you've made the call, give him the tickets."

"Okay." Clement took the ticket and put it in his bag. He knew that it was for an important person and he must take good care of it.

"and many more."

Clermont remembered something and his eyes lit up: "Is Wenger implicated along with us?"

"Yes." Maher nodded. He knew that this was a bigger shock to his uncle's family than the last time he sat with McCabe.

In France, Wenger's status is unimaginable. If Zidane is the representative of French football players, then Wenger is the representative of French coaches.

The influence of the two of them in the world is equally important.

"Great!"

Clemont showed his teeth and looked at Betty. Both of them looked very excited.

Maggie, the oldest sister, picked up the third child, Ava, to celebrate the opportunity to sit with the old man and watch her brother play football.

"Will you return to Arsenal next season?"

Bruno, the second brother, looked expectant and said: "If we go back, we can go to the Emirates Stadium to see you in the future."

It is a completely different place, with more than 6 people spectating for every game, and those standing below and playing football are all well-known figures to football fans all over the world.

"It has already been confirmed."

Mahel replied with a smile, knowing exactly what they were thinking. He was also looking forward to it, but he would just take it one step at a time.

Without further conversation, he left the hotel where the family was staying and headed to a cafe where he had an appointment with Mendes.

"haven't seen you for a long time."

Mendes wore a funny scarlet suit, the material was a little reflective, and he looked much younger. "I thought we would meet in London next time, but we ended up meeting in Sheffield."

“London, actually.”

Maher was in a good mood when he saw him. "Queens Park Rangers' home ground is in London. Who told you to come to Sheffield first?" "Wow."

Mendes made an exaggerated expression of shock and put his arm around Maher's shoulders. "Before such an important game, if I don't come to meet you first to calm your mind, then I am not qualified to be your agent, am I?"

"What if it makes me more nervous?"

Maher raised his eyebrows and joked with him: "Some people are like this. The more expectations they carry, the more nervous they become."

"Want to win but afraid of losing?" Mendes summed up this kind of people and shook his head and said, "Kid, you must not be that kind of player. If you have this kind of idea, you would not be able to stay with this team until now."

"Ha ha."

Mahel laughed, and the two drank a cup of coffee together. After giving Isabella's ticket to Mendes, he said goodbye to her.

He returned to the club, packed his things, got on the team bus and headed to Queens Park Rangers' home ground.

The war is coming.

The next day, countless fireworks vendors appeared on the streets of Sheffield city.

They heard that the residents of this city had recently been ordering fireworks, as if in preparation for the final championship battle, and they hurried over to seize the last day of market demand.

"Two boxes please!"

"I want five boxes!"

"How much is a box?"

This indeed attracted a lot of Sheffield residents to buy the tickets, many of whom could not go to the away game today and could only watch the live broadcast at home.

In that case, why not buy more fireworks? If the team wins the championship, use the ashes to light up the sky of Sheffield United!
Let every Sheffield citizen, including myself, know that at this moment, we are all together!
Of course, we can’t be happy too soon. If the team loses the game, then the purchase will be in vain.

The fireworks in the Fulham district of London will definitely sell out today. It depends on who can finally light them up with a smile.

At three o'clock in the afternoon, the Sheffield United expeditionary force began to set off one after another.

Some drove themselves, and some took pre-arranged buses. Along the way, Sheffield traffic police rode motorcycles to clear the way for them, maintain order, and try their best to avoid traffic jams and accidents.

There were 2,500 away team tickets released, but the number of people traveling to London was definitely no less than 15,000.

They will occupy the surrounding bars and watch the game in the fan plaza that they had arranged in advance.

"Boom!"

"Bang bang bang!!"

At five o'clock, many Sheffield United fans had already appeared around Loftus Road Stadium. They slowly gathered together, beating drums and gongs and singing the team's anthem.

From this moment on, the atmosphere of the game became tense and intense. Everyone knew that the moment that would decide their fate this season was about to come!
At half past six, a bus with the Sheffield United logo drove along the controlled road, carrying the team's players and coaches from the hotel.

"Oh oh!" This caused a commotion, and tens of thousands of Sheffield United fans gathered at the fence, waving their hands, greeting them and letting them know that they were there.

In the car, the atmosphere was silent, and most people wore headphones to relax for the final time.

Maher sat in his old seat in the back row, took deep breaths to adjust his heart rate. After hearing the shouts, he opened the curtains a little to peek at the fans outside, feeling a sense of relief.

The first championship game of his professional career is really coming. He has never thought that his first championship game will not be a cup game, but a league game.

The weight of the league is very heavy. It represents the efforts of the entire season and the struggle of up to 46 games a year!

He didn't want these 46 games to be like the autumn wind, sweeping up the fallen leaves and leaving directly. At least some memories had to be left behind!
He has already left enough personal memories, now let's see if he can leave some important memories for the team.

Team honors are no less valuable than individual honors. In some awards, important awards such as the Champions League and the World Cup account for a large proportion.

Come on!

All in one go!!

He encouraged himself in his heart, hoping to walk out of London with a smile today.

At 7:25, Maher was standing in the player tunnel of Loftus Road Stadium with his caddy for the entrance ceremony.

The player tunnel seemed very quiet. Apart from the cheers coming from outside, it was rare to hear players and staff talking.

Everyone was in the same mood, excited yet heavy, nervous yet expectant, and no one had any other thoughts in their mind.

"Let's go!"

As the referee blew the whistle, all the players followed the referee's steps and walked out of the player tunnel.

Maher walked through a blue-based passage and entered the Loftus Road Stadium, a small stadium with only one level of stands, but the overall look was simple, clean and very refreshing.

They will decide the 10-11 Championship League champion here!
After a simple pre-match ceremony, an old man brought out the Championship trophy from the player tunnel and placed it on a platform that had been set up at the entrance of the tunnel.

“Oh!!”

The fans of both teams cheered, the desire in their eyes reached the extreme, they all hoped that their team would win the final trophy!
While standing in their positions waiting for the game, most of the Queen's Park players cast curious glances at Maher and Gilbert. These were two completely new faces that they had not seen in the first half of the game.

In that round of games, they defeated the team 4-0 and got off to a good start in the season with great ease.

I wonder if Sheffield United, with Maher, Gilbert and several new players, will become difficult to deal with this round.

They also cheered themselves up and hoped to achieve a good result.

"Beep!!"

At 7:30 in the evening, with the referee's whistle, the final battle of the Championship finally kicked off here, and the atmosphere in the stadium instantly became heated.

Maher rushed across half the court at the fastest speed, pressing quickly while also giving himself room to move around.

"The game begins! This is a decisive battle that determines the fate of both teams. It is the most popular and focused battle in this season's Championship League!"

In the commentary booth, the Sky Sports commentator's voice was filled with passion: "Two teams with over 100 points are competing fiercely! Only one team can be crowned the champion today. Let's see who will have the last laugh!
"Let's take a look at the starting lineups of both teams. For Sheffield United, goalkeeper Robert and the defense line."

In the game stands, in the visiting team VIP area, Maher's family sat here.

On their left were Wenger, Hans, and a middle-aged man dressed like an elite in a suit, and on their right was a pretty British girl and two physiotherapists serving their nephew.

"Oh! Oh! Oh! Oh! Oh!" Below them, more than 3,000 Sheffield United fans stood to watch the game, jumping up and down to boost their cheers and warm up the atmosphere of the stadium.

Outside the stadium fence at the back, there were also many Sheffield United fans hanging on the fence or observing the situation inside through the narrow gap in the door.

There are people everywhere!
There will also be hundreds of thousands of people watching this game in front of their TVs, looking forward to who will be the final champion!

"Come on, brother!" Ava stood up and clenched her fists to cheer for her brother.

Compared to other places, the people here seemed more restrained and there were no large-scale cheering activities taking place.

"Mael's sister?"

Wenger, who was standing by, saw Eva's appearance, smiled and waved to her to come over.

Ava was not shy and walked to Wenger's side. "Are you the head coach of Arsenal?"

"Ha ha."

Wenger smiled faintly, stood up, picked up Ava, and faced the direction of the court, "Do you think your brother will score a goal today?"

"Will!"

Ava's eyes were filled with confidence as she waved her arms and said, "He scores every time!"

"I hope to receive your good wishes."

Wenger held her for a while, put Eva on the ground, sat back down, and focused his attention on the court.

Isabella on the other side saw this scene, waved to Ava, took out a few candies from her bag and handed them to Ava, "Here, kid, these are the candies that my sister bought in France."

This behavior quickly won Ava over. She took the candy and praised while opening it: "Beautiful sister."

Isabella opened her thin lips to reveal her pearly teeth, chuckled, and held Ava in her arms, ready to hold her in her arms and watch the game.

Soon, she stood up from her seat and looked down at what was happening after seeing Maher touch the ball for the first time.

The other ten people beside her also stood up one after another. Even Wenger, without caring about his status, cast an expectant look towards the left side of the court.

(End of this chapter)