Max-level burst damage at the start, the British Empire arrives!

Under pressure from being eliminated from the Champions League and losing in the league, Mancini finally retaliated against Sir Alex Ferguson.

In an interview, he said, "I didn't expect that just because we lost one league match, we would be seen as a second-rate team by some people."

"It's as if that 6-1 victory is something from a hundred years ago."

"In any case, we remain the most competitive team in the league."

"Our biggest advantage is that we can beat all the title contenders in direct confrontations, that's for sure."

In response to Mancini's rebuttal, Ferguson scoffed, "Heh, he's overstating things. I find his attitude laughable."

"He hasn't even proven himself in England yet, but he already thinks he can beat all his opponents in direct confrontations."

"I think the first thing he needs to do is teach his players how to wear training shirts."

"A head coach should also make players understand how to prevent fires at home."

Sir Alex Ferguson was referring to Mario Balotelli, a talented player who has given many managers a headache.

Balotelli once put on an incredible performance in a summer training match, turning and shooting on a one-on-one opportunity.

In addition, the news that this guy doesn't know how to wear a training vest has long been a topic of conversation all over the world.

Recently, news that Balotelli set off fireworks in his apartment and caused the room to catch fire has put Mancini under immense pressure.

While Sir Alex Ferguson continued to put pressure on Mancini, Wenger also spoke about the upcoming top-of-the-table clash in an interview.

Despite Arsenal's ten-game unbeaten run in the league, the English media still favor Manchester City.

English media believe that Arsenal lacks control when playing against teams of similar caliber.

Many people believe that Arsenal's draw against Manchester United was entirely due to Sun Ke's outstanding performance.

They beat Chelsea because of problems in the opposing dressing room.

Arsenal have often taken the lead at the start of the season in recent years, sometimes even leading the second-placed team by as many as seven points by the end of December.

However, after a month, the team gave up their points advantage and was no longer in contention for the title after the Champions League knockout stage began.

At the pre-match press conference, Wenger specifically addressed this question: "Many people don't have high hopes for us, which was reflected in the media's expectations before the season."

"If that's the case, the fourth favorite in the Champions League shouldn't have been eliminated in the group stage as the sixth and fifteenth favorites, but that's what happened."

"It's clear that we have a chance of winning."

"Professional football is not like playing poker; it's about the chemistry of the entire team."

"If we're going to discuss this, we could talk about it all the way until tomorrow."

"At least so far, the probabilities generated by various algorithms and data have not been reflected in the standings, and my players are full of confidence for this game."

The Champions League knockout stage results were announced the day before the top-of-the-table clash.

Wenger flew to Zurich specifically to attend the knockout stage draw ceremony.

In an interview, a reporter asked Wenger which team he hoped to face.

Wenger humorously remarked, "Based on past draw results, we always seem to draw the teams that end up in the final, like Barcelona and Bayern Munich."

"It's a pity they finished first in the group, otherwise one team would have been guaranteed a great ending to the season."

"If that's the case, I'd like to be drawn against Basel, because I want people to see the progress of Swiss football."

"APOEL Nicosia is also good; the rise of Cypriot football can drive the overall development of European football."

However, the reality is cruel.

When Arsenal finishes first in their group, they always face the strongest team among the second-placed teams.

When Bayern Munich drew away Basel, the host expressed his regret to Wenger.

When APOEL Nicosia was knocked out by Lyon, the live broadcast camera once again focused on the professor.

When the slip of paper bearing Milan's name was pulled out, the entire audience gasped in amazement.

Arsenal snatched Silva away at the last minute of the summer transfer window. The two clubs had been at odds for a while, but unexpectedly they were drawn together in the first round of the knockout stage.

Chelsea, also from the Premier League, were not so lucky, as they were drawn against Napoli, the toughest team to beat in the second-placed group.

Interestingly, Real Madrid, known as the original Round of 16 in the Champions League, has drawn weak teams every season since signing Cristiano Ronaldo. This time, they drew CSKA Moscow, but at the cost of a long away trip.

Sun Ke was mentally prepared for this outcome, given the powerful inertia of history.

His little butterfly wings have only just begun to flap.

Judging from the live stream, the old man showed a fleeting moment of disappointment on his face, but his facial expressions helped him conceal his true emotions.

After the draw ceremony, Wenger also gave a special interview.

The reporter asked if the long flight would affect his condition tomorrow.

The professor smiled faintly and said, "It is indeed quite tiring, but I don't need to play, so I can sleep until half an hour before the game starts, and then say a few words in the locker room. Anyway, the coaching staff has already done all the work."

"Perhaps this gives the two Manchester managers a certain advantage."

"Because they don't have to endure the painful flight, they can be in high spirits for tomorrow's competition."

When it comes to verbal sparring, the professor is truly unrivaled.

12 month 19 day.

Etihad Stadium.

After warming up, Sun Ke returned to the locker room like a heavy smoker with a craving for cigarettes.

After a painful struggle, I finally decided to finish this cigarette before quitting smoking.

He opened the properties panel and checked his attributes once again.

Shooting 62, ball control 74, dribbling 73, passing 81, long shot 100

Heading 70, Set pieces 64, Explosiveness 72, Speed ​​71, Power 71

Jump 70, Balance 72, Stamina 88, Tackling 70, Tackle 70

Anticipation 100, Off-the-ball movement 70, Creativity 70, Vision 70

Note: Strength reaches 90 when shooting at long range; the trait is canceled once the user's strength exceeds 90.

Skill: Master of Organization.

Overall assessment: A commendable Premier League player.

Points balance: 5000.

Once you max out your set-piece and shooting attributes, you can usher in a new era of free attribute allocation.

Sun didn't want to use her points on the trial card.

However, since the match against Manchester City was a system task, Sun Ke used the module one more time.

As the attributes continue to improve, we might never need to use trial cards in matches again.

For the sake of a healthy career, Sun Ke decided to try it one more time.

In any case, the trial card rules that I set myself already decided that I could use the trial card against Manchester City.

Unfortunately, Manchester City's financial resources are simply too much for Arsenal right now.

After making the decision, Sun Ke activated the orange button.

Five consecutive draws!

Be a gambler today, be a football king tomorrow!

In an instant, two orange lights flashed.

"Congratulations, host! You have obtained a 29-year-old Bierhoff trial card, valid for 15 minutes!"

"Congratulations, host! You have obtained a 21-year-old Kaka trial card, valid for 10 minutes!"

Sun was satisfied with the lottery results!

Getting Kaka is definitely a huge win.

As for Bierhoff, who achieved success later in life, he should be considered an underdog hero.

The German center forward rose to fame at the age of 28. With the German team plagued by injuries and the coach preparing to play Kahn in midfield, he was sent out to play. As a result, he scored two goals in the European Championship final, helping the German team defeat the Czech Republic and lift the European Championship.

From then on, this German center forward, who only knew how to head the ball, seemed to have his potential unlocked, surpassing Ronaldo to win the Serie A Golden Boot.

All of his goals were headers.

The only thing these two trial card heroes have in common is that they both played for AC Milan.

Since you've invested, you have to win.

Today, we're going to show the Manchester City players what the speedy young man is all about!

Of course, Bierhoff can also surprise people.

come on!

Little Manchester City!

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The studio.

"Hello everyone, welcome to the live broadcast of the 16th round of the Premier League."

Today we're bringing you the top-of-the-table clash of this round, with Manchester City hosting Arsenal!

"After the first 15 rounds of the Premier League, both teams are tied for first and second place in the standings with a record of 12 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss."

Manchester City are top of the table on goal difference, having scored 49 goals and conceded only 15, making them the team with the most goals scored and the fewest goals conceded.

"Arsenal have scored 43 goals and conceded 18 in the first 15 rounds, ranking second in the league, only behind Manchester City in both categories."

"Based on this data, it is entirely justified for the two teams to be ranked first and second in the standings."

"This match is crucial for both teams!"

Manchester City stormed through the first 15 rounds of the Premier League, displaying an attitude of absolute dominance!

"But in the last two weeks, they lost to Napoli and Chelsea in the Champions League and the league respectively!"

"The Champions League defeat prevented them from advancing from the group stage, and the league loss has allowed Arsenal and Manchester United to close in behind them."

"In Sir Alex Ferguson's words, the previous games were just this team's honeymoon period, it was all an illusion!"

"Faced with external doubts, the Manchester City manager needs a victory to stabilize morale; they desperately need this win!"

"With the transfers of Fabregas, Nasri, and Clichy, Arsenal's current achievements have surely exceeded everyone's expectations!"

"With the club's competitive situation not being very good, the professor brought in Arteta and Silva, who have delivered strong performances in both the league and the Champions League."

"But if Arsenal want to win the league title, they will have to overcome even greater difficulties; their squad depth is still insufficient."

"Judging from the first team squad, Manchester City should be the best team in the Premier League, with at least two equally matched players in each position."

"After the transfer window, Arsenal strengthened their midfield and defense, but against an opponent of Manchester City's caliber, they don't have many players they can truly bring out."

"If any one of Van Persie, Walcott, Silva, or Song is absent, Arsenal will be greatly affected in the game."

"Judging from the current situation, young player Sun Ke is undoubtedly Arsenal's biggest highlight this season."

"When the professor bought Son Ke for £700 million, even Arsenal fans thought the transfer would make things even worse for the already struggling family."

"But after 15 rounds of the league, Son Heung-min is second in the top scorers list with 11 goals, so this transfer now seems to be a great value for money."

"Sun Ke is tall and a powerful shot. His long-range shots are accurate and powerful, and most of his goals come from long-range shots."

"In addition, he has an amazing mid-range passing ability, which often allows him to play a key role in the team's playmaking."

"The players from both sides are about to enter the field. Let's take a look at the starting lineups for both teams!"

"Mancini fielded his preferred 4-2-3-1 formation today."

Goalkeeper: Joe Hart!

"Defenders: Richards, Kompany, Kolo Toure, Zabaleta!"

"Defensive midfielders: Yaya Toure, Bari!"

Left winger: Nasri!

"Attacking midfielder: David Silva!"

Right winger: Aguero!

Center Forward: Balotelli!

"The professor still opted for the 4-3-3 formation that has worked so well this season."

"The only change is that Vermaelen has moved into the starting left-back position."

"Manchester City has become the club that has poached the most players from Arsenal in recent seasons, after Barcelona."

"They took Adebayor, Kolo Toure, Nasri and Clichy from Arsenal in succession."

"The manager probably wants these departing players to know that leaving Arsenal is your loss!"