After the start of the new season, the entire English football world did not expect that the two teams that would dominate the limelight would be Manchester United and Millwall. Except for a classic game, in the final stage before the transfer window closed, Manchester United wanted to buy.
Wilson and Trezeguet are rumored in England.
The defending champion Blackburn's first performance in the new season was just a mediocre one-goal victory over an underdog like Queens Park Rangers.
Arsenal, trying to revive, drew 1:1 with another newly promoted team, Middlesbrough, at Highbury.
Red Army Liverpool beat Sheffield Wednesday by one goal.
It seems that no one cares about these games.
And hovering over Britain, there are only two names.
Manchester United, Millwall.
Manchester United, Millwall.
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The day before the second round of the league, at Millwall's official regular press conference, the number of reporters attending the conference had obviously increased, and many major newspapers had joined in.
For the first time, Aldridge brought two players to the press conference: Larsson and Trezeguet.
When he was working hard in League One, Aldridge always appeared alone. After all, he received little attention, and most reporters were not interested in spending time to understand the players' voices.
But things are different now. Millwall is based in the Premier League and has stars in the team. At least the offer made by Manchester United is of star level.
The reporters cheered up and their eyes shone.
Millwall has not responded for a long time, and now it appears at the press conference with two players. It seems that it is time to make a decision.
Whether the transfer is agreed to as a farewell ceremony for both players, or rejected, it's big news.
After sitting down, Aldridge said calmly into the microphone: "On Monday morning, Manchester United officially asked Millwall to purchase two players in the team. After consultation with the players, the Millwall club fully respects and supports the players' choices."
Hearing Aldridge's opening remarks, the reporters were shocked. Listening to this tone, it seems that Millwall's two forwards cannot be retained!
Aldridge turned and looked at Trezeguet with a smile.
Trezeguet leaned closer to the microphone and said: "I came to Millwall a year ago. I like it here. The boss has helped me a lot. He has given me trust and support. I have also achieved good results here.
, but this is not enough, I want to achieve greater success here, and I am not interested in moving to Manchester United."
Trezeguet is young after all, so he just said it to death. It is estimated that his words have spread to Manchester. Even if the arrogant Manchester United appreciates him again, they will not think of bringing him in again in the future.
There was an uproar in the audience.
This guy is so crazy!
Not interested in traditional giants like Manchester United?
How many other clubs in the world can catch your eye?
The reporters all recalled the past when Ferguson introduced Gascoigne. The seemingly clumsy genius was tempted away by the big house given by Tottenham, and then went to the world's number one league, Italy...
Trezeguet's refusal made reporters lick their lips as if they were smelling bloody sharks. This was headline news.
If he agrees.
Then the news headline is nothing more than a script that almost everyone can guess: the French starlet falls into the arms of the Red Devils.
This is too normal.
But if you refuse, it will be different.
"Trezeguet said to Ferguson: No! I'm not interested in Manchester United!"
Such a title can attract attention!
After Trezeguet finished speaking, he sat up straight, a bit heartlessly.
Larson then spoke to the microphone: "Manchester United is a well-known club in England. They have a legend, a glorious history, and a well-known inspirational story. Thank you Manchester United for their appreciation. I want to be picked up by Manchester United.
It is also a disguised form of affirmation. However, I had a great time at Millwall. The cooperation with the boss made me enjoy football. There is an excellent team and a harmonious atmosphere here, which is worthy of my stay. I think this is a place where I can enjoy football.
It’s a decision I will never regret.”
Larson's words seemed very tactful, and his refusal would not offend anyone or cause unnecessary controversy.
The reporters in the audience were busy writing and nodding affirmatively.
Yes, you are the only one who should say no to Manchester United!
Let the arrogant Manchester United be defeated, this is worth seeing. It's great, Millwall, we love it here, and you will never be unemployed if you live here!
After the two players expressed their opinions in person, Aldridge spoke again: "The rumors about transfers end here. I believe you also know that Tottenham and Leeds United have also made proposals to several players in the Millwall team.
We rejected those offers. At the same time, I will only say it once here. Millwall's transfer period has ended. No players will come and no players will leave. Please stop harassing us from other clubs. The season is over.
Let’s get started, our focus is on the field. Do you have any questions about tomorrow’s game?”
Now it's not just tabloids that come to interview Millwall. In terms of seniority and strength, reporters from major newspapers naturally have priority.
David Miller of The Times raised his hand to ask a question.
"Mr. Hall, because of history and tradition, there have not been many conflicts between Millwall and Arsenal, but tomorrow's game is, after all, Millwall's historic first Premier League derby with Arsenal.
In the FA Cup this season, they lost to Millwall at the Lion's Den, and then the meritorious coach Graham was sacked. Will this become one of the focuses of the game? What do you think of Arsenal now?
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Aldridge smiled and shook his head: "No, let me correct you. Graham was fired not because he lost the game, but because he was involved in lawsuits. The Football Association also banned him from continuing to coach the team. Arsenal cannot continue to coach the team."
There was no manager for 20 years, so he left Highbury. I think Millwall fans will enjoy a wonderful game at the Lion's Den. This is indeed a local derby. Arsenal wants to beat us and we also want to
To defeat Arsenal, the focus will be on the competition on the field. They are a traditional giant in England, and Millwall is interested, no, ambitious to challenge the strong. This is a good growth experience for us. Graham
Although he left Arsenal, it did not eliminate the impact on Arsenal. Arsenal is still a strong team. Last season they almost defended the European Cup Winners' Cup, which is a good proof. In the new season, they retain the results of last season.
The main lineup has also introduced outstanding players such as Bergkamp and Platt who have both strength and experience. They are stronger than last season. I also believe that coach Bruce Rioch will try to declare Assen at the Lion's Den Stadium.
Na’s strong rebound!”
Strong rebound?
The reporters looked at each other in shock. Arsenal, like Manchester United, failed to win the newly promoted team in the first round at home.
But anyone who has watched the game knows that Millwall and Middlesbrough are not teams of the same level. Manchester United played an earth-shattering match with Millwall, but Arsenal played a dull 1:1 with Middlesbrough.
It was a draw, with very few chances for both sides. Arsenal showed no sign of recovery!
Richard of the "Daily Mail" asked: "Aldridge, are you saying that Rioch will try to capture the Lion's Den Stadium, the devil's home stadium in the English League last season? But Arsenal is not good at attacking!"
Aldridge exaggeratedly asked: "Will Arsenal tell the world that as a traditional English giant and the most successful club in London history, they come to the home court of a newly promoted team and have no intention of winning? If that is the case, then I am very happy.
Glad, Millwall can proudly announce: Arsenal is afraid of Millwall. In the future, London will be North Arsenal and East Millwall will have the same status! Of course, this is impossible. Arsenal is the king. How could they?
What about giving up the belief in winning?”
The atmosphere at the press conference became lively, the reporters had smiles on their faces, and Richard, who asked questions, grinned and started writing news keywords in his notebook.
As a reporter who followed Millwall from the beginning of last season, Richard is very familiar with Aldridge's style.
This is the prelude to the excitement.
When Arsenal comes to the Lion's Den Stadium, do they dare to attack? Do they dare?
Don't dare, you are just a turtle grandchild, you are afraid of Millwall.
Dare to attack wildly?
Haha, what did Millwall rely on to achieve success last season?
Technically speaking, it is defensive counterattack, but in layman's terms, it means sprinting faster than the defender!
After the news was published in the newspaper, Rioch didn't know what to think. Anyway, he must have been riding a tiger and was in trouble.
The press conference ended with everyone happy.
Reporters got better news than expected, and Aldridge also frustrated England's two traditional giants.
Manchester United is eagerly waiting for new stars to come to invest but has found nothing. At Arsenal, Riochi, who is trying to transform "dreary football" into "beautiful football", has a headache to face the most shining team in the new season, and it is also a derby in the same city.
Aldridge is doing everything step by step. It was a good game against Manchester United, but he cannot be complacent. The league continues. Football is an endless sport. There is no real peak. It only depends on what great achievements the participants will create.
Let the latecomers chase and catch up.
In the pre-match tactical meeting, Aldridge was as serious as ever, analyzing the opponent and specific tactical arrangements. The players listened carefully. In the successive battles, this was their best stage.
