My light shines on Arsenal

Chapter 209 European Night
May [-], Amsterdam Arena.

2012-13 Europa League final.

This stadium is no stranger to Arsenal.

In the group stage, Arsenal visited the Netherlands to face Ajax.

However, when it came to the Europa League final, Ajax failed to appear at home.

Appearing here are Arsenal and Inter Milan.

There was still some time before the game started, and fans gradually entered the stadium, gradually filling this magnificent arena into a sea of ​​red, white and blue and black.

"This is the Amsterdam Arena in the Netherlands. The 2012-13 Europa League final is about to be held. The two teams standing in the final are Arsenal and Inter Milan."

The commentator's voice was relaxed and pleasant, "Arsenal has secured third place in the Premier League, while Inter Milan's performance in Serie A is unsatisfactory... They are only ranked ninth."

"This puts huge pressure on Inter Milan coach Andrea Stramaccioni. Stramaccioni needs to fight for his job."

"In this Europa League, Inter Milan had very good luck. All the way to the final, Inter Milan had almost no strong opponents. Arsenal defeated Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea, Benfica and other teams in succession. , defeated the strongest teams in the Europa League, and then reached the finals..."

The TV screen gave a close-up of each of Chen Yao and Stramaccioni. Chen Yao is 30 years old and Stramaccioni is 37 years old. They are both the youngest top league coaches in European football.

Neither coach looked relaxed.

Stramaccioni's face was solemn, and he seemed to know that this was his last chance.

Chen Yao also looked serious and talked softly with the two assistant coaches around him from time to time.

"Coach Stramaccioni wants to use a championship to defend his position as coach, and coach Chen Yao also wants to use an intercontinental championship to establish his status among the new generation of coaches. Oh, and more importantly, this game also has Some guests.”

In the stands, Inter Milan owner Massimo Moratti, with gray hair on his head, poured a few sips of mineral water into his mouth.

The Italian oil tycoon has a love for his team that few others can match.

The performance of Inter Milan this season has troubled him. He likes Stramaccioni. Moratti has never been shy about his love for a certain coach, but he will also change the coach without hesitation. Find a coach who he believes can bring about a renaissance for Inter Milan.

"Mr. Massimo Moratti, he is famous for his love and investment in Inter Milan. Maybe in the post-match press conference of this game, we will know what Mr. Moratti's future is for his team. Conceived.”

The camera drifted to the other side again, where Josh Kroenke was smiling and talking and laughing with the people around him.

"Josh Kroenke, the son of Arsenal's majority shareholder Stan Kroenke, is also KSE's representative at Arsenal. Mr. Kroenke's appearance may be sending a message to Arsenal fans: Kroenke The family values ​​their team and will give the team support to continue to increase its competitiveness."

The camera finally showed a corner of the stands, where a silver-haired old man was sitting, his back straight as before.

"And... this is probably the audience Arsenal fans want to see the most, Arsene Wenger. The man at the helm of this team for the past 16 years. He comes to the Amsterdam Arena, to the European continental finals, Watching his favorite team perform."

The Arsenal fan base burst into cheers and applause filled the arena, with someone unfurling a banner reading "Arsene is Arsenal".

Wenger's throat moved, he waved to the fans and smiled.

Haven't been back for a long time.

Wenger would have attended the game even if Arsenal officials had not extended an invitation to him.

Whether it's in front of the TV or in the field.

After retiring, Wenger rarely associated with his beloved team.

He does not want to interfere with the work of his juniors and does not want his presence to affect the operation of the team.

He is pleased with the team's rise and watching the foundation he once laid slowly take effect.

But he doesn't need to come back, he doesn't need to emphasize his achievements, and he doesn't need to be thanked by everyone.Arsenal officially invited Wenger to watch the game at the Amsterdam Arena.

His eyes were on the pitch.

This is the venue for the Europa League final.

It's a pity that it's not the venue for the Champions League final.But a continental trophy is still important.

In the stands in front of him, a group of Arsenal fans began to sing and the game began.

Wenger habitually wants to stand up, get closer to the field, and observe the performance of both teams.

Or go back and discuss with Pat Rice or Chen Yao what adjustments need to be made in order to win the game.

But he is no longer the person standing on the sidelines.This is the choice he made.

To win the game.

Wenger adjusted his sitting posture to a comfortable position.

I'm Arsenal's biggest fan.

……

Players from both sides started moving on the court, and the ball flew twice in the air. The initial confrontation between the two teams was a simple high-altitude ball. In the process, they gradually spread out their formations and launched offense and defense.

Chen Yao's starting lineup for Arsenal remains the same.

Arsenal has formed a stable tactical framework and operates smoothly. On the stage of the Europa League final, Chen Yao doesn't think it is a suitable place for a surprise victory.

Stramaccioni's lineup was 4-2-3-1.

门将1号汉达诺维奇，四名后卫是4号萨内蒂、23号拉诺奇亚、26号齐沃、40号胡安。

The two defensive midfielders are No. 21 Gargano and No. 19 Cambiaso.

The three attacking midfielders are No. 11 Alvarez, No. 29 Kovacic, and No. 31 Alvaro Pereira.

Single forward No. 99 Cassano.

Stramachioni boldly used the 20-year-old Kovacic as the starting midfielder. He saw the talent of this young player, and now Stramachioni also needs surprises.

This season, he has repeatedly adopted multiple sets of tactics, but has never formed a stable tactical framework.

The break between Sneijder, the team's hero, and Inter Milan has had a greater impact on Stramaccioni's already fragile position. The team's morale has plummeted, and the record has been unable to rebound, making this vicious cycle even worse.

"Inter Milan launched the first attack, which was very threatening - Kovacic dunked Ramsey and he danced in Arsenal's defense zone!"

Kovacic is very excited. He came to Inter Milan at a young age and has the opportunity to start in the Europa League final, which makes the blood in his body burn.

Kovacic's high mental state affected his movements. Ramsey carefully marked him, but Kovacic simply passed the Welshman and continued to attack Arsenal's penalty area without any hesitation.

Cassano suddenly accelerated, opening up space for Kovacic, and Kovacic's through ball was sent to his feet.

Koscielny made up the angle and blocked Cassano's shot.

The French defender patted his butt and got up from the grass, taking a deep breath.

It's European night.

(End of this chapter)