“Goooooaaaaal！”
"Adriano! What a sharp and fatal blow! "
"Manchester United has just scored a goal! Inter Milan has scored another goal! This is a huge blow to Manchester United's morale! "
"This is Inter Milan! They have shown amazing resilience! "
The Inter Milan players were celebrating the goal frantically. Cristiano Ronaldo's goal had given them a sense of crisis. Now, Adriano's goal could be said to be a reassuring pill for everyone!
"Beautiful!" Li Ang waved his fist in celebration on the sidelines. This goal had come at a crucial time!
Beside him were the equally excited and celebrating members of the coaching staff.
On the other side, Ferguson finally could not sit still. This goal concede not only meant that Manchester United was behind by two goals again, but also that conceding a goal at this point in time was a huge blow to Manchester United's morale.
Ferguson's gaze landed on the substitutes' bench, and finally, his gaze stopped on Ryan Giggs.
"Ryan, go warm up. Hurry up!" Ferguson shouted.
Giggs immediately got up and followed assistant manager McWillan to warm up. Time was of the essence, and there was not much time left for Manchester United.
"Giggs has gotten up to warm up! Ferguson is going to go all out! "the commentator said.
Li Ang also noticed the movement on Manchester United's substitutes' bench. He had a confident smile on his face. He already had a plan for Giggs to play in the second half of the game.
In fact, Manchester United did not have many cards to play on the substitutes' bench. Other than Giggs, there were no other good options on the offensive end. Manchester United's strength lay in the strength of their main lineup, but in terms of the depth of their bench, there was still a gap between them and Inter Milan.
On Manchester United's substitutes' bench, other than the veteran Giggs, only the young Nani had some impact.
On Inter Milan's substitutes' bench, there were Arshavin, Cassano, and Agüero. These were the cards that Li Ang could choose from.
And a fierce defensive midfielder like Montari was also a choice for Li Ang.
*****
Soon, people noticed that on the Inter Milan bench, the Argentinian striker Aguero was warming up. At the same time, the Ghanaian midfielder Montari was also warming up.
This caught Ferguson's attention. He could not figure out Li Ang's choice. Between Agüero and Montari, who would play, this would directly determine whether Inter Milan would continue to attack or strengthen their defense in the rest of the game.
This cunning little fox!
Just as Ferguson expected, Li Ang asked Agüero and Montari to warm up together to create confusion for Ferguson. Before Inter Milan made the substitutions, Ferguson could not figure out his thoughts.
Manchester United was the first to make a substitution. Hargreaves was brought off and Giggs came on as a substitute.
He was going all out!
Now, on the field, Manchester United had four main attackers, Giggs, Cristiano, Ronaldo, Rooney, and Tevez. In addition, Scholes was also an attacking point.
With this, Manchester United's defense would be weakened. In fact, Carrick was the only dedicated defensive player in the midfield.
Li Ang also immediately made a substitution. David Silva was brought off and Montari came on as a substitute.
Ferguson frowned. Did this mean that Inter Milan was going to strengthen their defense?!
However, he then saw Inter Milan make a second substitution. The goal-scorer Adriano was brought off and the Argentinian striker Aguero came on as a substitute.
"After Manchester United made the substitution, Inter Milan immediately made two substitutions!" Rossi said.
"Li Ang's intention is very obvious. Bringing on Montari to strengthen the defense in the midfield can also free up Modric's offensive energy. Bringing on Aguero, the Argentinian's speed and impact can create pressure and threat on Manchester United's goal! A very effective substitution arrangement! "Ferrari was full of praise for Li Ang's substitution.
*****
The game had gone on for 80 minutes, and the score on the field was still 3: 1. Inter Milan was leading Manchester United by two goals.
The effect of Li Ang bringing on Montari was very obvious. The Ghanaian did not hesitate to run to intercept and became a powerful supplement for Carlos. This freed Carlos and allowed him to put more energy into marking Cristiano Ronaldo. The Portuguese star player found it difficult to get good opportunities and space!
On the other hand, the Italian team's chain defense fully squeezed out the attacking space for Rooney and Tevez. Although Manchester United's offense looked fierce, there were very few chances that they could really threaten Inter Milan's goal.
At the 83rd minute of the game.
Under Carlos's tight defense, Cristiano Ronaldo chose to pass the ball to Ryan Giggs. The Welsh veteran had just turned around when he saw Montari's face. The Ghanaian rushed up fiercely and the two men fell to the ground at the same time.
"Foul!" Manchester United's fans shouted.
The football rolled to the side and Carlos directly passed the ball to Modric. Inter Milan did not hesitate and immediately launched a counterattack!
Manchester United's players deployed their defensive line while looking at the referee.
The referee's gesture was very obvious. There was no foul!
"F * ck!" Ferguson flew into a rage on the sidelines and cursed. This attracted a warning from the fourth official.
Li Ang also got up from the coaching bench to pay attention to the team's counterattack.
*****
"There was no foul! Montari touched the football first and there was no foul. This is Inter Milan's chance to counterattack! "
Modric, Mata, Milito, and Agüero. Inter Milan fired four arrows at the same time and charged toward Manchester United's half of the field.
Modric directly passed the ball to Milito. The latter did not stop the ball at his feet and directly passed it to Agüero. Then he continued to run forward.
Agüero dribbled the ball along the middle and suddenly dribbled the ball to the side when facing Manchester United's defensive line.
Manchester United's defensive line had to tilt to this side.
When he dribbled the ball to the top of the penalty area and leaned toward the sidelines, Agüero suddenly raised his leg to pass. Not toward the penalty area, but toward the top of the other section of the field.
Mata!
The Spanish national footballer appeared there and there was no one to defend beside him!
"It's empty!"
"Mata!"
When O 'Shea pounced on Mata, the Spaniard hooked the football back and then gave a push with his foot!
Then people saw Modric appear outside the penalty area!
Facing the rolling football, the Croatian directly swung his leg and shot!
Modric's right leg fiercely hit the football.
The football, like a cannonball, soared into the air and whistled forward.
*****
The Serbian player, who was the closest to the goal, only felt a gust of wind blow over his head and the football flew over.
The football whistled toward the goal!
When Edwin van der Sar saw the football flying over, he tried his best to make a save!
However, the speed of the ball was extremely fast. Just as Edwin van der Sar threw his weight over, he saw a flash of white light, and then he heard the sound of the net behind him being rolled up by the football!
The fans from both sides in the stands only saw Modric rushing up and swinging his leg to shoot. Then they saw a flash of white light sweep past and crash into the goal, swinging the net.
The Inter Milan fans, who reacted, suddenly erupted. They jumped up from their seats with their hands raised high and cheered like an avalanche.
The Italian commentator also erupted at this moment. Ferrari almost jumped up and roared, "Modric! Modric! Modric! Heavens, an unfathomable world wave! It directly pierced through Manchester United's goal! Four to one! Four to one! This is the goal that locks in the victory! Inter Milan has already touched the cup! "
The Inter Milan players went completely crazy. They roared and rushed toward Modric, who had scored, hugged him, pushed him to the ground, and pressed on him. Everyone understood what this goal meant!
The championship was in their hands!
The European champions!
They would stand at the top of Europe!
*****
The Manchester United players fell into silence at this moment. They could not believe what they were seeing. This goal concede had caught them off guard!
Edwin van der Sar knelt on the ground with a pained expression. His teammates had the same expression as him!
Just as they were making their final effort, Modric's kick shattered their dreams and hopes. It also forced them to face the reality that was colder than the rainy night in Moscow: one to four! They were behind by three goals!
Ferguson looked at the scene in silence. This goal concede could be said to be Manchester United's farewell to the championship. Then, the old man was extremely angry. He rushed toward the fourth official and roared. He thought that Montari's interception of the ball was a foul, and Inter Milan's goal was invalid!
If not for McWillan hugging the old man and hurriedly apologizing to the fourth official, the old Scot might have been sent to the stands.
On the other side, Li Ang rushed out of the technical area with his arms raised high. At this moment, he knew that the championship was in his hands! No one could take away his championship!
"Li! We're the champions! We've won it again! The European champions! "Banderas ran and hugged Li Ang from behind.
"We did it. We're the European champions!" The coaching team roared like crazy.
Especially for Mihailović and Stramaccioni, this was their first European championship since joining Li Ang's coaching team! They were so excited!
Yes!
Champions!
Even though the game was not over yet, they firmly believed that the championship was in their hands!
*****
In the last ten minutes, Manchester United launched an almost tragic attack.
Nani came on as a substitute and replaced O 'Shea.
However, in the face of Inter Milan's strong defense, Manchester United's offense was like waves crashing against a cliff, repeatedly failing to achieve anything!
On the contrary, Inter Milan got a great chance to counterattack. If not for Edwin van der Sar's heroic save of Agüero's shot, Inter Milan could have extended their lead again!
Manchester United's attack. Rooney was pulled to the ground by Montari in the front field. Manchester United's free kick opportunity!
Cristiano Ronaldo's free kick entered the penalty area and Vidic headed the ball. The football hit the crossbar hard and chilled the hearts of the Manchester United people.
The rain on the rainy night in Moscow grew heavier and heavier, dousing the Red Devils' hearts.
The last half a minute of injury stoppage time was about to pass. After Cristiano Ronaldo vented his anger with a long shot that was slightly higher than the crossbar.
The referee blew the whistle three times at the end of the game.
The game was over!
The game was over!
The game was over!
Inter Milan defeated Manchester United 4 to 1!
They were the 20072008 UEFA Champions League champions!
Inter Milan's substitutes rushed onto the field with their coach to celebrate their second UEFA Champions League title in three years.
Li Ang did not rush up with the crowd. He stood on the sidelines, ready to shake hands with Ferguson.
This was the post-match etiquette.
And this old man was worthy of his respect.
*****
After the whistle at the end of the game sounded, the furious Ferguson also returned to normal. He had experienced too many trials and tribulations. He had stood at the peak of the championship glory and tasted the bitterness of the trough. He had seen through it all.
"Congratulations. Mr. Li Ang. "Holding Li Ang's hand, Ferguson congratulated him politely.
"Thank you. Mr. Ferguson. "Li Ang responded politely.
"Have you considered coming to Manchester United to coach?" Ferguson suddenly asked.
"Ah?" Li Ang was stunned.
However, Ferguson did not say anything more. He patted Li Ang on the shoulder and turned to walk away. He wanted to comfort his players. His players were tasting defeat. Rooney, Cristiano Ronaldo, and the other young players were crying. The other players were also full of sad tears.
Li Ang was still in a daze. He did not understand why the old man suddenly asked that question.
However, he did not have time to think about that issue because as soon as Ferguson turned to walk away, the reporters swarmed up. The reporters surrounded Li Ang for fear that he would run away.
"Mr. Li Ang! First of all, congratulations on winning your second UEFA Champions League trophy … "
"Mr. Li Ang. Can you talk about your thoughts now? "
"Inter Milan won the title by a large margin. Was this within your expectations, Mr. Li Ang?"
"This is your last Champions League game in charge of Inter Milan. It ends with the UEFA Champions League title. Do you have anything to say about this?"
"Mr. Li Ang …"
"Mr. Li …"
"Mr. Li …"
"Mr. Li Ang …"
Countless topics, microphones, recording pens, and mobile phones were stuffed in front of Li Ang's mouth. Even if he casually said a word now, it would make the headlines. Even if he farted now, it would be the most fragrant!
As the youngest champion manager in the world of football, the youngest manager to dominate Europe twice!
At this moment, he once again stood at the top of Europe. He was the brightest star on this night!
This game, this showdown, was also given more meaning!
Alex Ferguson, the godfather of the old generation, was defeated by the godfather of the new generation!
Li Ang stepped on the pain of Manchester United and Ferguson to successfully reach the top. He was the newest godfather of European football!
On this night in Moscow, the whole of Europe crawled at his feet and expressed their allegiance to him!
The old king abdicated!
The new king ascended the throne!
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