i want to be king

Chapter 768 Su Dong, you are too shameless!

Once the chariot of the league starts, it can only go forward rumblingly, and will not stop for anyone.

The Europa League match in Romania is also a key battle for Manchester City.

The history of Manchester City began in 1980, 130 years ago, but in the past 100 years, Manchester City has only won one European championship, not the Champions League and UEFA Cup, but the Cup Winners' Cup.

Among the three major European cups in the past, the Cup Winners' Cup was an event in which the champions of each country participated. Compared with the Champions Cup and the UEFA Cup, the gold content was the lowest.

The UEFA Cup and the Cup Winners' Cup were merged, and now they have been reformed into the Europa League.

It can be said that Manchester City's only European-level championship is actually not high in gold content, but it won the Winners Cup and the League Cup in England that year, and achieved a double crown, which is already the most brilliant achievement in the history of Manchester City club.

To some extent, the so-called history and background of Manchester City can really be said to be poor and empty.

But also because of this, Manchester City especially cherishes the opportunity to participate in European competitions.

This time, Manchester City fans are extremely excited to reach the Europa League with the top six in the league. They even keep calling, hoping that the team can make persistent efforts and perform in the Europa League.

Manchester City has a strong army and a strong horse. If they really want to make great efforts to win the Europa League, it is not impossible.

That's why the club attaches so much importance to the away game to Romania.

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With two consecutive victories and zero goals at the start, Manchester City is satisfied with the team's performance.

Reflected in the training, every player also worked very hard.

Since it was a double match a week, after returning from Romania, Manchester City simply did not have extra time to adjust.

After spending some time on the road, after returning to Manchester, there is only one and a half days left for Manchester City to prepare for the second round of the league, the home game against Liverpool.

Yes, Manchester City will face Liverpool in the second round.

Playing Tottenham Hotspur first, then Liverpool, there is indeed no one in this schedule.

However, the two consecutive victories still boosted the team's morale, and they are quite confident about the home game against Liverpool.

After leading Fulham to the Europa League final last season, the head coach Hodgson became famous and was able to replace Benitez as Liverpool's head coach in the summer, but his league debut was not successful, and he was tied [-]-[-] by Arsenal at home.

But the advantage is that Liverpool have a week to prepare, while Manchester City doesn't even have time to prepare.

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After returning to Manchester, the first day of recovery training was carried out.

On the afternoon before the game, the team conducted some simple tactical drills, which was already squeezed out time, and there was no way to carry out systematic targeted training.

This is the biggest problem facing double matches a week, especially when traveling long distances in the middle of the week.

However, in training, Guardiola still corrected some problems exposed by the team in the past two games, mainly the players' running and passing lines, as well as some ways of cooperation.

Su Dong also often communicated with Di Maria and Sanchez during training, especially when there was a mistake in cooperation with each other, he would stop and make clear his intentions at the time.

"If you see me running over when you are holding the ball, you must pay attention to my gestures. I will give you a very clear signal, where to pass it, and how to catch it. I will figure out a way myself. You have to trust me."

Su Dong felt that there was still a lot of difference in terms of tacit cooperation.

After all, when he was at Bayern, he cooperated with Ribery and Robben for three years, and they have a very good understanding with each other.

It is also a trouble when the surrounding teammates suddenly become two strangers.

What's more interesting is that when he was at Bayern before, Ribery was in charge of taking the ball, and Robben was in charge of the assault, but now it's reversed, Di Maria on the left is in charge of the assault, and Sanchez on the right is more capable of holding the ball.

This upside-down transformation also takes a little time to get used to.

On the contrary, David Silva has not cooperated for many years, but they are very familiar with each other.

"When necessary, I think you can try to cross positions." Su Dong suggested.

Both Sanchez and Di Maria are bright, and the reverse footed winger is more suitable for kicking the goal.

A player who doesn't want to score goals is not a good player.

The same goes for Di Maria and Sanchez.

"Can we?" both Sanchez and Di Maria asked happily.

"Of course, I'll talk to Pep, but the premise is that you can do your job well and meet his requirements." Su Dong promised.

Sanchez and Di Maria immediately agreed with a smile.

Guardiola is actually a tyrant, and his requirements for players are particularly harsh.

But there is only one exception, and that is Su Dong.

According to what he said in the locker room, Su Dong didn't need to be restricted at all, and he couldn't even be restricted.

"I watched a lot of game videos of many players. There are two players that I think should not be restricted by tactics. One is Su, and the other is Barcelona's Messi. For them, tactics can't bring any improvement." Guardiola said at the time.

This also seems to be acknowledging Su Dong's privilege in Manchester City's technical and tactical system.

Of course, Manchester City's players can't deny Su Dong's role, and they are quite convinced of him.

"Don't thank me." Su Dong said to Sanchez and Di Maria with a smile, "I still have to work hard to improve my performance. Every next game will be a tough battle. If you fight well, if you play well, you can do anything. If you don't play well, I think we will all suffer."

The two wingers nodded hurriedly, promising that they would never be lazy.

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"Playing Liverpool, what do you think?"

After training, Pepe and Marcelo walked towards Sudong, and the Portuguese central defender asked with a smile.

"What do you think?" Su Dong was very strange.

Pepe clicked her tongue, "Look, you've started to play dumb for me again, haven't you?"

"That's right, what he is best at is pretending to be a pig and eating a tiger." Marcelo chimed in.

Su Dong flew up and almost kicked this kid.

I don't know when, I learned some Chinese from Su Dong, and I use it everywhere all day long.

Why did I pretend to be a pig and eat a tiger?
You are playing pig, you pig!
"Torres!" Pepe simply picked it out.

To say that Su Dong's biggest competitor in the Premier League was originally considered to be Torres.

The Spanish center's performance in the Premier League is indeed good, but due to injuries, his performance has declined.

However, before the season, after Torres heard that Su Dong joined Manchester City, he said that he was trying to get back to his best form, and he must compete with Su Dong.

Unexpectedly, Torres failed to score in the first round, and it was Drogba who broke out.

Who would have thought that this fellow would perform a hat-trick?
Su Dong smiled mysteriously at Pepe, "I'm not worried about Torres at all now."

Now Pepe was surprised, "Why?"

"Guess." Su Dong said with a playful smile.

Pepe's expression was like eating a fly, isn't it disgusting?
You know, as a central defender, Torres is Pepe's number one opponent, and Su Dong didn't tell him, it's too much!

"I'm more interested in Drogba now. This guy has continued his excellent form from last season and has been breaking out." Su Dong is looking forward to Drogba's performance even more.

Drogba was the top scorer in the Premier League last season. He scored 32 goals and 29 assists in [-] games. Although there is still a big gap in the scoring efficiency of Su Dong, Messi and Ronnie, overall it is already very good.

This season, this guy scored a hat-trick in the first round, almost like giving Su Dong a blow.

At the age of 32, his physical function has been declining, but this old guy is getting better and better at playing, which is very interesting.

"Drogba exploded last season. I don't believe he can continue this season. Don't you think he scored a hat-trick in the first round and can do another one in the second round?" Pepe shook his head vigorously. He didn't believe it.

In fact, Pepe has not been particularly convinced of Drogba.

In terms of physical strength confrontation, Pepe may not lose to Drogba, of course, it is difficult to take advantage of it.

However, now that Drogba's physical function has declined, Pepe can have some advantages, but the real outcome will not be known until the competition.

"To be honest, you should work harder in the second round, and don't let him bluff over there. Although Drogba is very strong, his age is there, 32!" Pepe analyzed.

Except for a very few people such as Su Dong and Ronnie, Pepe doesn't like any forward.

No way, who made him a central defender?
Su Dong had to admit that Pepe made a lot of sense.

A player's body is not dependent on human will. No matter how hard he trains and how he maintains it, it is difficult to maintain that peak state. If he should go downhill, he has to go downhill. At best, he can only slow down the speed of decline.

"Hey, tell me quickly, why aren't you worried about Torres now?" Pepe suddenly stepped forward, put Su Dong's shoulders, and asked like a good buddy.

I will meet Torres tomorrow, and he is also very concerned.

Su Dong laughed, but didn't say anything, with an expression that you understand.

"Since the king went to Oxford, I found that you have changed, Su." Pepe had a remorseful expression for making friends carelessly.

"Really?" Su Dong asked cheerfully.

"Become very..." Peipei originally wanted to say, very shameless, but when he saw Su Dong's raised eyebrows, as if he was going to get angry at any time, he immediately compromised helplessly, "Become very handsome."

Marcelo on the side snorted and almost died of laughter, but he didn't pay attention and got Pepe's kick on the ass.

Oops, disabled.

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As a last resort, in order to obtain favorable information, Pepe could only reluctantly agree to Su Dong's hint, and invited him, Marcelo, David Silva and Tony Cross to have a sumptuous dinner.

After eating and drinking, Su Dong sighed lightly.

"Actually, even if you don't treat me, I will definitely tell you."

These words made Pepe spurt blood directly.

I'll go, you are too shameless!

Don't be too stupid!
(End of this chapter)