Red Rebels

"This is really a nice place, what do you think, Peter?" Edwards stood at the door of the hotel, although the scorching sun was shining and glowing above his head, he still felt very happy.

I am used to living in a city like Manchester, but once I come to Rio de Janeiro in Brazil, it will be a different experience!

But Edwards clearly wanted more than just the climatic pleasures. He wanted something else, too.

"This is a resort!" Kenyon nodded and smiled.

Edwards laughed, patted Kenyon on the shoulder, and walked out of the hotel, immediately followed by several armed policemen for protection.

"I don't need to follow you. David Beckham and Roy Keane are inside. They need your protection. I don't need it. I just walk around. Who would want to kidnap me?"

After speaking, Edwards continued to move forward, and Kenyon followed closely.

"Peter, apart from the years of rainy weather in Manchester, there are also no annoying reporters in Manchester. Only here can I breathe the air of freedom!" Edwards seemed in a good mood.

The two walked in the garden at the gate of the hotel one after the other. There were already two ready reporters waiting here. As soon as they saw Edwards, the two immediately chased after him.

As soon as Kenyon saw the posture of the two, he immediately took a few steps ahead and stopped in front of Edwards.

"Peter, it's okay, don't be so nervous, he is my friend!" Edwards smiled and pulled Kenyon away, rushed towards the first middle-aged reporter who ran over, and hugged him, "I can see you here How good to see you, Fisher!"

The reporter named Fisher stuffed a note into the pocket of Edwards' suit without Kenyon noticing, and then patted it lightly, "Me too, Mr. Edwards!"

"Okay, Fisher, I can get you here, I know you won't let go until I give you some news, please!" Edwards pushed his glasses on the bridge of his nose and said with a smile.

When Fisher heard this, he immediately gestured to the assistant beside him. The latter immediately added the camera and quickly adjusted the angle. Edwards straightened his suit and looked like a gentleman. .

"Excuse me, Mr. Edwards. First of all, I would like to ask, why did Manchester United take the risk of offending the FA and travel all the way to Brazil to participate in the World Club Championship? It is really because FIFA promised that once Manchester United participates, Will you support England's bid to host the 2006 World Cup?"

Edwards smiled and shook his head, "First of all, I have to clarify that the bid for the World Cup has nothing to do with the Club World Cup, but when we negotiated with the FA, we all agreed that Manchester United's participation in the Club World Cup would be beneficial for England. Building an image in international football is obviously of great benefit to Britain's bid to host the 2006 World Cup."

"Then there is really no tacit understanding between Manchester United, the FA and FIFA?"

"Absolutely not!" Edwards replied with a smile, but his expression was very ambiguous, and his credibility was greatly reduced.

"So what's the goal of Manchester United's trip to Brazil?"

"Of course it's the champion, Fisher, you don't doubt that we, the European Triple Crown champions, don't have the strength to win the championship?"

"Oh, no, Manchester United is the biggest favorite of this year's Club World Cup, followed by Real Madrid. However, the long journey, jet lag and climate difference, Sir Alex Ferguson thinks the game will not be easy."

"That's why he is too unfounded!" Edwards criticized unceremoniously, "I think we came to Brazil for the championship, otherwise it is a failure. Only by winning the championship can we better demonstrate the image of English football. !"

After all, it is still vaguely hinting that Manchester United is here for the UK's bid to host the World Cup. Is it necessary to make a big circle?

Fisher felt a little bitter,

But he immediately decided not to go around in circles anymore, and to make a quick decision.

"What about Sir Alex Ferguson's previous announcement to the media that many members of the board of directors invited him to join the board of directors, but you vetoed it with one vote. What do you think of this matter?"

Edwards's smile froze, he was taken aback for a moment, but soon smiled again, "I don't think there is anything to say, I am the chairman of Manchester United's listed company, and every decision I make must be responsible for the company. The board members have The right to invite anyone to join the board of directors, but as the chairman, I must consider the interests of the company and make a decision."

"So, do you think Sir Alex Ferguson's entry into the Manchester United board of directors is not good for the club?" Fisher planted a mine.

Edwards smiled, "He is the head coach of the club, and he has done a good job in this position. I hope he can continue to work until he wants to retire!"

Seeing that Edwards was not fooled, Fisher was a little disappointed, but he quickly adjusted his mentality and asked another question.

"Then have you heard of the new Manchester United club? I heard that they..." Fisher asked again.

Edwards immediately interrupted him, "Hey, there is only one Manchester United in this world. I never know what the new Manchester United is, and I will never admit that there are fans in this world who run to establish a brand new club, but they say But still shouting that it is out of love for the original club, everyone knows that is nonsense!"

"So, you don't admit that the new Manchester United is a club founded by Manchester United fans?"

"He is not a Manchester United fan at all, and he doesn't deserve to be a Manchester United fan. If the way all Manchester United fans love the club is to run to build a so-called new Manchester United, then I am really worried that a place as big as Manchester can How many clubs can it accommodate?" Edwards sneered with a snort.

"But this club beat Arsenal in the FA Cup the day before yesterday!"

"Don't forget, we also beat Arsenal in the league this year. Which do you think Arsenal values ​​more in the FA Cup or the league?" Edwards still looked disdainful.

"Then if the new Manchester United wins Manchester United in the fourth round of the FA Cup draw, how will the Manchester United players and fans react when the new Manchester United visit Old Trafford?"

"No reaction," Edwards replied without thinking. "A team from the amateur league, that's all. We may score them six or seven goals, and then maybe they will be in the game." After a long period of time, I will be proud and tell people everywhere, ah, we once scored a goal for Manchester United at Old Trafford, this is a typical nouveau riche mentality!"

"But they want to beat Manchester United at Old Trafford to represent the spirit they have inherited from the Newton Heath Green and Gold Army!"

"Why? Does the noble spirit of Manchester United still need to be represented by an amateur league team?"

"But they are very likely to qualify for promotion to League C this year!" Fisher seemed to remind them kindly, but in fact he was fanning the flames.

"But that is also the lowest level of the professional league, but Manchester United is the European champion. Last year's treble winners, why should they represent Manchester United? Just rely on someone who is not even a Manchester United fan?"

Kenyon on the side knew Edwards' character, and there was a camera, so he didn't dare to stop him. He just kept winking at the side, but this guy who had already been dazzled by the note in his pocket obviously Did not notice.

"Well, Mr. Edwards, do you have anything to say before the FA Cup fourth round draw?"

Edwards thought for a while, "I don't have much to say. I think, if I can choose, I hope the FA can arrange for us to meet the new Manchester United. I would be very happy to see a team that can truly represent the spirit of the Red Devils." Defeat those upstarts who don't know the so-called!"

Fisher applauded secretly in his heart, he had already got what he wanted, and just these words alone were enough to make his colleagues in the UK hype up.

You know, before the fourth round draw of the FA Cup, whether Manchester United will meet the new Manchester United is definitely the most hyped topic. He is convinced that once this interview is reported, the hype will be able to continue Go up a step.

"Finally, Mr. Edwards, on behalf of Manchester United fans, I would like to express my concern. I heard that you recently suggested that the Manchester United board of directors should increase the ticket price at Old Trafford from next season. Is this true? "

Edwards nodded and said: "That's right, after we won the Triple Crown last year, we didn't raise ticket prices. Good football enjoyment, but also for the club to create greater glories, we are starting to introduce some big-name stars, such as Barcelona's Rivaldo, such as Eindhoven's leading striker Ruud van Nistelrooy."

"As the club's performance is getting better and there are more and more stars, we believe that the stands at Old Trafford will become more and more valuable, so we are indeed considering raising ticket prices to make up for the club's increase. salary and signings.”

"However, the stands at Old Trafford will be expanded at the end of the season, and the capacity will be increased to 67,000. Many fans believe that the ticket revenue from the expanded seats can already cover this expenditure. It has been profitable for years.”

"So, we need to continue to make profits. We are a listed company. In the stock market, people will never only look at your performance on the court, but more about your profitability. Only by maintaining a stable stock price in the stock market Even if it goes up, the club will be able to better serve the fans, isn't it?"

Fisher smiled after hearing this, and he really wanted to say no, because he knew that Edwards had been secretly planning to sell his Manchester United shares, as evidenced by the fact that he almost sold to Murdoch before.

However, as a person who often deals with Edwards, Fisher knows that once this question is asked, the Manchester United boss is bound to be angered, so he chose to smile very wisely.

"Okay, Fisher, I need to go back and have a good rest and adjust the time difference!" Edwards gave Fisher a wink ambiguously, and the latter immediately understood and asked the assistant to put away the equipment.

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