Starting with saving Manchester United

Chapter 108: Vowing to Win the Champions League!

For Yang Fan, his time coaching Manchester United was a process of demystifying his career.

It was also a process of rediscovering football and rediscovering oneself!

His experiences during this period, in particular, made him realize that his previous life's experience in leading teams and taking companies public was not only applicable to the role of head coach, but also a game-changer.

This was a huge boost to his confidence.

Why is this happening?

After gaining a thorough understanding of the assessment process from Level 2 to Level B certificate, Yang Fan had a general idea of ​​what to expect.

Especially considering the repeated "attacks" against him by the Professional Head Coaches Association, Yang Fan understood even more clearly.

Whether it's British football or European football, it all boils down to a series of small, large circles playing their own games.

As a result, by 2014, Manchester United's various departments were still like small hills.

Everyone still considers their own experience, intelligence, and network as their core competitiveness.

People, information, and technology from outside simply can't get in!

Or rather, they integrated too slowly.

Yang Fan finally understood why teams like Brentford, Brighton, and Bournemouth would perform strongly by 2026, while a bunch of traditional, well-known teams were declining.

Times have changed!

It is independent of human will!

With this clear understanding, Yang Fan has even more confidence in the upcoming Champions League final and in his future coaching career!

Let me, a time traveler from 2026, create a little surprise for these decadent and backward old nobles!

Let me show you what a true dimensional reduction attack looks like!

Manchester United's preparations are proceeding strictly according to the plan agreed upon by Yang Fan and the club.

After the training session on the afternoon of the 13th, the whole team gathered and boarded a chartered plane to go south to Malaga, and then transferred from Malaga to Marbella.

One of the main reasons for choosing Marbella is that its facilities are quite comprehensive.

Every year during the winter break, many teams from leagues like the Bundesliga and Nordic leagues choose to go south for training camps.

The most popular and preferred location is the area surrounding Marbella.

Therefore, the training facilities here are quite comprehensive.

Manchester United did not choose the city center, but instead opted for a town between Marbella and Malaga, booking a manor-style hotel with complete training facilities.

Once the door is closed, the team can basically train and prepare for the game undisturbed inside.

There's also a beach outside the hotel, perfect for players to relax and unwind.

But most importantly, this place is suitable for Manchester United's team to carry out emergency renovations.

Upon arrival at the hotel, everyone was busy checking in, assigning rooms, and unpacking their luggage.

Yang Fan, accompanied by Mike Phelan, Steve Lund, and Jackie Kay, went to inspect the hotel's training grounds.

Manchester United have reached the Champions League final, and Woodward has elevated the importance of this match to the highest level.

Everyone in every department must unconditionally obey and cooperate with Yang Fan's decisions.

Woodward even gave Yang Fan the authority to decide his life or death.

In Spain, anyone who doesn't obey orders gets kicked out!

When Yang Fan and the others arrived, they saw Paul Brand adjusting the monitoring equipment at the training ground.

Steve Brown, head of the analytics department, was fully cooperating with his requests.

"How is it?"

Yang Fan walked over and asked with concern.

When Steve Brown saw Yang Fan and the others, he quickly came over to greet them politely.

But Yang Fan wasn't asking him; he was asking Paul Brand.

"We hadn't made any prior arrangements, so we had to make temporary modifications and run exposed wiring, which cost some money. The monitoring system, cameras, computers, and other equipment were all brought from Carrington."

"Due to the limited space, it's definitely not possible to convert a training field like Carrington has. But according to your requirements, shooting and recording from multiple angles will definitely not be a problem."

Yang Fan looked around. The facilities were indeed a bit rudimentary, but for someone traveling, it was acceptable.

"We need to ensure there's a network connection on the sidelines so that training sessions can be replayed, feedback provided, and corrections made in real time."

"It's been left, but only in that spot." Paul Brand pointed to a corner outside the training field. "I'm planning to set up a temporary shed there, and I'll bring my team to work inside when the team practices."

Yang Fan looked at it and nodded repeatedly.

"How's the preparation of the materials I asked you to prepare coming along?"

Yang Fan was fairly satisfied with the venue. He turned and walked inside, where there was a specially set-out office space for analysts.

"We've been working on it, it's almost done. Let's get one batch out first, and then we'll work on the rest slowly. Steve has already brought in everyone from the entire department, so we have enough manpower."

After hearing this, Yang Fan turned around and thanked Steve Brown, saying, "Thank you for your hard work, Steve."

"Of course. My orders are to cooperate fully with the coaching staff. If you need anything, just let me know, and the team and I will do our best to support you!"

Yang Fan thanked him again.

Yang Fan was not surprised at all by the change in the analysis team's attitude.

The Champions League final is the key period ahead.

If Yang Fan were truly angered, he could be fired in a heartbeat; Woodward had personally granted him that authority.

As for what to do after opening it?

Yang Fan doesn't care.

I won't be Manchester United's manager next season, so why should I bother with this?

Two days ago, when Paul Brand, Steve Brown, and others headed south ahead of time, Yang Fan had already said that he would make trouble for anyone who hindered his preparations for the Champions League final.

Even if it's the King of Heaven himself, there's no room for politeness!

There's a saying, isn't there?

An army marches on its stomach.

Manchester United's entire support staff arrived two days earlier than the first team, with some even arriving a week in advance to prepare.

Jim Lawler, head of the scouting department, personally led a team to Madrid to keep an eye on the team.

A report is sent every day.

Steve McNally's medical team also went south in full force, bringing almost all the equipment they could.

Their sole task is to closely monitor the physical condition and injury status of all first-team players.

At times like these, Yang Fan's core team becomes truly valuable.

The head of the analysis department was Steve Brown, but in reality, Yang Fan wasn't there. The one who actually made the decisions was Paul Brand, because no one knew better than him what Yang Fan really wanted.

In terms of physical fitness, it's Richard Hawkins and Tony Stradwick?

Wrong, Gary Walker and Paul Gaudino have more authority to speak on this matter.

Because they have been cooperating with Yang Fan all along.

Who would have thought?

A little over a month ago, no one was willing to join Yang Fan's team; they were more like exiles.

But what about now?

They all became highly sought-after.

The only one who still retains power is goalkeeper coach Chris Woods.

It has to be said that he has a really good relationship with De Gea, and he is also very capable.

Incidentally, Giggs took leave and did not travel south with the team.

Yang Fan ignored him, happy to stay out of sight.

All departments, plus the kitchen, equipment, living quarters, and transportation support teams, the entire huge hotel was managed by Manchester United personnel.

It was packed with people, bustling with activity, and everyone was working with great enthusiasm!

Yang Fan, of course, was not idle either.

On the evening the team arrived in Spain, after dinner, Yang Fan only gave the players an hour to rest and relax before holding a meeting.

Not only the players and coaching staff, but all departments, including the logistics team, and even the bus drivers were present.

With so many people, the hotel's conference room was quickly packed to capacity, completely overflowing.

The purpose of this meeting is neither to boost morale, nor to instill ideas, nor to conduct pre-final preparations or mobilization.

Yang Fan wanted everyone to know what he was going to do.

"I just received the latest news from a friend in London, and it's already spread in the media."

"The odds offered by the three major bookmakers are basically one-sided."

"Everyone supports Real Madrid."

Real Madrid wins!

"Cristiano Ronaldo wins Best Player award!"

"The score is 2-0? Not enough? 3-0?"

"Manchester United? Manchester United will definitely be dominated and can only play defensively and counter-attacking, but Real Madrid is the best defensive counter-attacking team in the world!"

Yang Fan released several pictures.

One of the most interesting is the best player odds from BET365 betting company.

How outrageous is it? Of the top 10 players, only 2 are Manchester United players.

Or rather, starting from 9th place, three Manchester United players appeared in succession: De Gea, Van Persie, and Rooney.

The first eight players all come from Real Madrid.

This is the difference!

"Does this look familiar?"

"The odds were always like this before we played Barcelona, ​​and before we played Bayern Munich."

"Not a single media outlet in the world has a positive outlook on us."

"But in the end, we were the ones who made it to the finals!"

When Yang Fan stood on the podium and spoke these words, his voice was powerful and resounding.

His achievements are his source of confidence!

Everyone below naturally believed them, and naturally felt resentful.

Why don't these bastards learn their lesson?

Having been slapped so many times, why does he keep coming forward to retaliate?

"Next, we will begin a 10-day training camp in Spain."

"I know that at this very moment, many of you here are still feeling uneasy, or even a little scared."

"Real Madrid is indeed very strong."

"We can beat Barcelona and Bayern Munich because of our defense, so can we beat Real Madrid?"

"Over the next 10 days, besides the preparations, adjustments, team cohesion, and drills that everyone is aware of, the thing I most want to do, and that I absolutely must accomplish, is to cure each and every one of you of that damn fear of Real Madrid!"

"I will break down everything about Real Madrid, dismantle it completely, and lay it all out in front of you so you can see clearly that their strength is even inferior to Bayern Munich and Barcelona!"

"I will make you believe that as long as you listen to me and do as I say, we will definitely be able to defeat Real Madrid!"

"Just like when we beat Barcelona and Bayern Munich before!"

Yang Fan then changed the subject.

"To achieve this, I definitely can't do it alone, so I need everyone present, whether players or..."

Whether it's the coach or the staff, I need everyone's support.

"I hope you will give it your all!"

"I promise that on the night of the 24th, I will lead everyone to bring the Champions League trophy back to Manchester!"

"I will ensure Manchester United qualify for next season's Champions League as the defending champions!"

As soon as Yang Fan finished speaking, a burst of enthusiastic cheers erupted from the audience.

From players to coaches to staff, everyone applauded enthusiastically, cheering for Yang Fan.

Without the string of victories achieved recently, Yang Fan's words would not be very convincing.

But with this past record, everyone now believes that Yang Fan will definitely keep his promise!

Yang Fan's first task was for the players.

After the meeting, he specifically kept all the first-team players behind and gave each of them paper and pens.

"Write a letter to the future after the Champions League final!"

"In this letter, we will not discuss tactics, nor our opponents, but only ourselves!"

"Write a message to your future self, or to your future family, children, or future Manchester United fans: What did you do for this match?"

Write down what you would like to say to your future self or to others, or what you would like to share.

"After you finish writing, hand it in to me before going to bed tonight, and we'll seal it away!"

Yang Fan's decision surprised all the players.

Do you have to write letters to the future while playing football?

What should I write about?

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