I am the king of football

Chapter 386 Press Conference

Carrying the League Cup trophy on their return journey, when everything was settled, the Red Devils' bus departed from Wembley Stadium and returned to Manchester.

Along the way, the players could not stop being excited. They had already opened champagne in the Wembley locker room, but they certainly couldn't celebrate so vigorously in the car at this moment.

"Mua, the brand new trophy feels so good to kiss."

Therefore, the team members chose to pass the trophy around and took photos with it and uploaded them to their respective social media. Rooney even took a photo of himself kissing the trophy. If Qin Hu had not refused, he would have wanted to pull Qin Hu together to take a photo with each of them kissing one side.

Compared to his teammate, Qin Hu's photo was quite subtle. He held the trophy in his right hand and grinned towards the phone, showing his signature sunny and cheerful big boy smile, and then synced the photo to his various social platforms.

Soon, the number of likes on various platforms soared. With Qin Hu's dominant performance in the Premier League this season, his number of fans has already soared, leaving a number of veteran stars behind.

Because the team took too long to lift the trophy and celebrate, it was already too late after the game ended. Therefore, the Manchester United team did not accept too many interviews. According to the club's arrangement, the team will hold a press conference in its own multimedia room tomorrow morning.

On the bus back, Ferguson selected the people who would accompany him to the press conference tomorrow. Qin Hu and Scholes, one young and one old, were picked out, and the others were told that the whole day tomorrow was a holiday and they could arrange their own arrangements.

By the time the bus finally arrived at their training base, it was already late at night. The players, who had already had enough fun, no longer coveted the trophy and gave it to the club staff before dispersing with their medals.

After returning home, due to academic arrangements, Lin Lan returned to school after watching Qin Hu's game in London. Qin Hu was the only one in the room. He did not hesitate and happily placed the medal and the ball he won from his hat trick in the game in the cleaned-up display room.

This display room, which originally only displayed the Championship medal, Championship MVP trophy and Championship Golden Boot when he joined Manchester United in the new season, has now gradually been filled with the Premier League MVP trophy and hat-trick goals that Qin Hu has won this season.

Now, another medal representing the championship was solemnly placed in a prominent position. For Qin Hu, this was the second championship he had won in his career. Although it was only the League Cup, it was worth remembering.

After finishing all this, Qin Hu finally sat on the sofa to relieve himself of his fatigue. Although the team won this heavyweight final with a score of 5-0, the tension of the game and the post-match award ceremony took a lot of emotional toll on the players, and Qin Hu also felt tired.

After replying to several fans who commented on his status on his mobile phone, Qin Hu felt tired, so he got up, washed up, and went straight to sleep.

The next day, the news that Manchester United won this season's League Cup spread completely, and sports newspapers in every street and alley were reporting on this event.

In this context, the press conference held by Manchester United was bound to attract considerable attention. When Ferguson, Qin Hu and Scholes appeared in front of the camera, reporters from all walks of life were eager to ask more questions.

"Mr. Ferguson, congratulations to you and your team for winning the first championship this season. Compared with last season's failure to win any of the four major titles, does this mean that the team really needs to replace the old with the new?"

The first question was quite direct. Manchester United was really old and decadent last season, failing on all fronts. The reporter's direct question really caught Ferguson off guard.

“Ahem, although the team’s performance was indeed not good last season, don’t forget that we lost the championship regretfully in the last round.”

Ferguson first made up for last season's team before continuing to answer.

"The team's replacement of the old and the new has been going on, which is the foundation for a team to develop healthily and maintain its top position. The team has never stopped. The energy of the team's young people this season is obvious to all. Next, I will continue to follow this strategy and cultivate more young talents."

"So Mr Ferguson, you're going to be making a major player change at the end of this season?"

"It depends on the situation of the team after the season. I don't want to discuss this issue now."

"Sir, you will go to challenge Stoke City away in four days. As long as you win this game, you will definitely win the Premier League championship this season. How is the team preparing?"

"Haha, how are you preparing? Look at how we were when we won the championship yesterday. We are ready to lift the championship trophy for the second time this week!"

"Okay." After interviewing Ferguson, everyone turned their attention to Qin Hu who was sitting next to him. The player who performed a hat trick yesterday was undoubtedly the number one contributor to the team's League Cup victory.

"Qin, congratulations on being elected MVP of the League Cup. You scored 9 goals and had 2 assists. You are also the League Cup Golden Boot winner this season. Tell us how you feel~"

"Haha, compared to these, I would rather you ask me about the League Cup championship. This is an honor that the whole team has worked hard for a season. I feel extremely honored to be a member of the team."

"Qin! Do you still remember the number of goals you estimated for this season's league when you were interviewed by me? You have already scored 39 goals in the league. Is this week's league match the one where you break the 40-goal barrier?"

Before the reporter who asked the first question could ask again, another reporter took over the topic, saying that winning the League Cup would be icing on the cake for a top club like Manchester United, but the highlights still have to be the league and the Champions League.

"I am really looking forward to making a breakthrough in this game, because it means that I have once again contributed my strength to the team's championship. 40 goals? I didn't even pay attention to the number of goals I scored. Thank you for reminding me."

"If, Qin Hu, if you win the championship trophies in both competitions this week, are you confident about the remaining FA Cup and Champions League?"

This time the question was asked by a Chinese reporter, and his question was more direct. Qin Hu looked at him and nodded with a smile.

“Of course we are confident, but everything still has to wait until the end of this week’s league. We will put all our energy into this championship battle!”

"Ok."

After Qin Hu indicated that he would not answer any more questions, everyone turned their attention to Scholes, who was sitting on the other side of Ferguson.

Scholes, who has retired to the second line, rarely attended previous Manchester United press conferences, but he made a rare appearance this time. Everyone was curious whether he had anything to say.

"David, I haven't seen you at a press conference for a long time. How does it feel to be the captain and help the team win the League Cup again?"

"Pretty good."

A reporter who was obviously an old friend of Scholes took the initiative to bring up the topic. He looked to be in his forties and had obviously dealt with Scholes a lot when he was young.

"This game allowed me to see the energy of the team's newcomers. They are really great, especially Qin. Although he was on the scene, I still have to say that he is really an incredible and phenomenal striker."

"Hahaha~"

Qin Hu couldn't hold back when his teammates flattered him in person. He smiled and looked at Scholes, who was standing beside him, and they exchanged glances.

"But today, I have another announcement to make."

After this harmonious atmosphere ended, Scholes sat up straight again.

"Two years ago, I briefly left the field. At that time, I was still a little impulsive, so I returned to the team later, but today I have thought it over carefully."

As soon as he started talking, everyone present understood what Scholes was going to say, and they all looked at the veteran who was about to turn 40.

"I think it's time to say goodbye to my playing career. I will officially retire after the end of this season..."

Today's update is here! Thank you all for your support!!! (Today is the first chapter. I have rhinitis and I feel dizzy all day. I will slow down.)
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