Chapter 425: Ggbond, Why Have You Turned Yellow?

Manchester Evening News, front page, second headline: League opener ends in a draw against Leicester City; how will Manchester United adjust their competitive form for the new season?

The Sun, Tom Missing Column: Reliable sources indicate that during Manchester United's US preseason tour, Tom underwent twenty days of specialized training at the Lakers' facility, which also explains his following of Brandon Ingram, Kyle Kuzma, and the official Lakers Instagram account.

Sky Sports commentator: There is a massive difference between basketball and football; Manchester United's decision to have Tom train at the Lakers' facility is absolutely wrong, as the added weight could impair Tom's agility.

"Tom possesses outstanding passing talent, but one cannot ignore his ability to control the ball and evade opponents in midfield. Extra muscle and fat may lead to a decline in a player's agility. This move by Manchester United carries significant risk, because judging from the photos, Tom has practically swapped bodies; he will need a long time to adapt," the Sky Sports commentator said during the live broadcast.

Valued at 170 million euros and ranked as the number one midfielder globally, yet excluded from the squad list for the first league match, Tang Ye and Manchester United have now captured the attention of fans worldwide.

After all, Manchester United's management has made one blunder after another in recent years, and fans are terrified that something might happen to their favorite, Tom.

What if those idiot commentators from Sky Sports are actually telling the truth?

Is Tom no longer able to evade defenders in midfield!

"Damn, so many haters."

In the Manchester United canteen that morning, Tang Ye stared wide-eyed, scrolling through the news comments section bit by bit.

Only after reading them did he realize he had been pinned to the blade by those vile English journalists!

"Haha, because you didn't play against Leicester City."

Mata said.

"I really wanted to play, but there was no way."

Tang Ye spread his hands helplessly: "I only returned the day before the match; if I had gone straight onto the pitch, wouldn't that just be handing opportunities to the opposition?"

"You know, Mata, if I were too tired and suddenly made a mistake, a match that was a draw would have turned into a loss."

"Haha!"

Rodri's laughter arrived as he sat down beside Tang Ye, tray in hand.

Mata looked at Tang Ye and suddenly asked: "I understand the logic, but..."

"Tom, why is your hair yellow?"

After Mata spoke, the Manchester United players nearby all turned their gazes toward Tang Ye.

Clearly, Mata was asking the question currently prevailing in every player's mind.

"How did you change color, Tom?"

"He's been like this since the night before last."

Rodri pointed at Tang Ye, who chuckled: "After your match finished, I went to get a haircut; I felt this color looked pretty handsome."

Rubbing his hair, Tang Ye was extremely satisfied with his new hairstyle.

So handsome, damn it!

"Watch me, watch me!"

Taking the ball from a teammate, Tang Ye began his maneuver.

Saying nothing else, first shake off De Jong!

The enhancement in explosive power had improved Tang Ye's ability to accelerate instantaneously.

Combined with excellent ball control, Tang Ye's ability to evade defending players had now increased significantly.

"Go, go, go!"

Mata wanted to step up and challenge Tang Ye.

Tang Ye prepared to charge!

!

Just a moment before contact with Mata, Tang Ye's body almost instinctively swerved away.

There was still a distance of five meters to the edge of the penalty arc.

Glancing ahead toward the goal, Tang Ye had a new idea.

Bang!

A direct strike!

"Hey!"

Fan Fan Dejiahe shouted loudly; De Gea leaped out to make a save, but failed.

Goal!

"Holy shit!"

Fan Fan Dejiahe rubbed his head and looked at Ten Hag beside him: "Erik, what... what was that?"

"..."

Ten Hag narrowed his eyes and remained silent at first, so Fan Fan Dejiahe continued speaking.

"That shot must have been from twenty-six or twenty-seven meters, right?"

Ten Hag slowly shook his head: "Uh, I don't know."

While the two were still talking, Tang Ye on the pitch let out a roar of frustration.

"Damn it! I wasn't planning to dodge!"

Tang Ye explained to Mata: "I'm not lying to you; I originally intended to collide with you, and if I had hit you, you definitely would have fallen."

Mata spread his hands: "Then why did you dodge?"

"I don't know either, damn it."

Waving his hands, Tang Ye could now be described as utterly helpless.

After twenty days of grueling training in Los Angeles, he had built up a body full of muscle.

He had originally thought he could be a bulldozer on the football pitch, but unexpectedly, he was a bulldozer equipped with an automatic safety protection mechanism!

"So what do we do?"

Rodri now wants to laugh every time he sees Tang Ye.

After thinking carefully, Tang Ye quickly found the answer.

"Don't panic, Rod. It might be because Mata is a teammate. When the match comes, I'll be tackling people, I'm not fooling you."

That's true; although there is no fixed bond between Mata and Tang Ye, they have been teammates for over a year.

Tom will not easily hurt his own teammates.

But if it's an opponent, then Tom will not choose to avoid!

"So what did you practice in Los Angeles?"

Ten Hag shouted toward the training ground; right now, he could still recall Tang Ye's long-range shot from just now in his mind.

"I, I don't know, damn it..."

Tang Ye's expression was somewhat aggrieved.

But this is not a big problem; some setbacks in training cannot destroy Tang Ye's self-confidence.

"Wait for the match, wait for the match, I will prove myself, Mr. Sitting Like!"

Check Dongqiu Di match preview: August 19, 23:00, the second round of the new Premier League season, Manchester United away against Brighton; Ten Hag stated in an interview that Tang Ye might enter the match squad.

Tang Ye returned on August 9 and August 10; simply calculating, he has now trained with teammates for at most five days, so fans' attitude toward whether Tang Ye can play is still quite pessimistic.

However, some fans brought out last year's data.

Last year, Tang Ye joined Manchester United on August 10.

He also did not participate in the friendly matches, but less than a week after joining, Tang Ye made his debut in his Manchester United career.

Hmm, looking at it this way...

As long as there were no serious problems in the training in Los Angeles, then the probability of Tang Ye playing in the second-round match is still quite high!

Clap!

Clap clap!

【De Bruyne's back-pass cross lv4: Realistic】

Proficiency: 358/600

Proficiency: 360/600

Proficiency: 395/600

Team training proceeded in an orderly manner; unknowingly, Tang Ye's last lv4 growth template was about to level up.

Sitting on the grass between Rodri and Rashford, Tang Ye supported himself with both hands behind him, listening to Ten Hag's summary of today's training.

Then came the tactics for the next match.

"Still 4231; I believe some of our tactics from last season were quite successful, so we will continue to stick with this approach. But we won't make no changes at all; the specific situation depends on what the other teams are like this season; at that time, Michel and I will make some targeted adjustments."

"And then..."

Ten Hag's gaze moved to Tang Ye.

An attacking midfielder with long-range shooting ability; Tang Ye's new ability holds great significance for the team's overall tactical transformation.

However.

Because it is something newly appeared, the uncertainty is too strong, so Ten Hag must be cautious.

"And then, Tom will go on in the second half. At that time, you pay attention to it; pay attention to keep up with the rhythm, don't get disorganized; Brighton isn't as easy to handle as you imagine!"

The Sun front-page headline — Local time 9:00 AM, Manchester United players photographed gathering at the train station; Tom appeared.

Today is match day; Manchester United players appearing at the train station naturally means they are going to an away match.

Tang Ye appearing in the squad simply means Tang Ye has entered today's match squad.

The Sun reporter knew what fans wanted to see, very considerately taking several high-definition photos; Tang Ye carried an Adidas backpack, standing with his feet on the railing, chatting with De Jong.

Still that familiar look.

Except for his body becoming wider, muscles becoming bigger, and skin getting tanned a bit, Tang Ye's changes were actually not that great.

As soon as one sees this free-spirited body posture, fans immediately know it is Tang Ye.

But fans still had one question without an answer.

ggbond, why did you turn yellow?

Check Dongqiu Di heated discussion: Changed color? Tang Ye's yellow hair photographed at the train station preparing to go with the team to Brighton. (Comment count 14245)

【Finally going on, Tang Tang Qiuwang returns, brothers!】

【Spiritual young guy?】

【Did Tang Ye dye his hair before? Honestly, I feel Tang Tang Qiuwang matches yellow hair very well.】

【The sun in Los Angeles was too fierce, my ggbond got tanned and changed color; what to do?】

Fans who don't understand football are still worried about Tang Ye's condition; whether Tang Tang Qiuwang, who hasn't played a match for a full month, will perform well.

However, fans who understand football have already started celebrating.

Looking at Tang Ye's expression in the photos, you can tell; although he got tanned and changed color, this man has always maintained his best competitive state!

"Tom!"

"Go for it, Tom!"

"Ten Hag, let Tom play, or I'll throw something at you!"

The fans were very enthusiastic; Tang Ye quickly wrote his name on the jersey handed to him.

"It's fine, Tom. Just keep your composure, keep your composure. There's no need to feel too much pressure in the first match; just slowly find your form!"

The fans were relatively calm, not expecting Tang Ye to replicate last season's form in his very first match.

After all, a quick calculation showed that Tang Ye's last match was back in early July, playing against Brazil in the World Cup.

"Haha, I'll do my best, I'll do my best."

Tang Ye took the fan's phone, preparing to take a selfie, while the fan placed his hand on top of Tang Ye's head.

That was where Tang Ye's hair grew.

Repost: Manchester United announces the starting lineup for the away match against Brighton, led by Rashford and Mata, with Tang Ye on the bench.

CCTV-5.

"China Central Television! Here is the live broadcast bringing you..."

"And now the away team, Manchester United! They finished second in the Premier League last season, yet in their first match of this season against Leicester City, they failed to display much good form."

"Manchester United urgently needs a victory now!"

Manchester United (4-2-3-1)

Goalkeeper: De Gea

Defenders: Luke Shaw, Smalling, Bailly, Ashley Young

Midfielders: Rodri, Lin Lin Jiade, Herrera

Forwards: Rashford, Alli, Mata

Head Coach: Ten Hag

"As you can see, Manchester United is once again fielding Lin Lin Jiade as the substitute attacking midfielder today; this is because Tang Ye only returned to the training base a week ago and currently hasn't had enough time for integration..."

Just as the CCTV commentator was speaking, the live camera quickly cut to Tang Ye, sitting blankly on the substitutes' bench.

The stadium erupted with a loud "Wow!"

The Brighton fans didn't quite know what to say.

They might be lucky, as they had the chance to witness the season debut of the 170-million-euro midfielder, and this expensive midfielder might not yet have adjusted his form.

But they could also be unlucky.

Because currently, no one could say for sure what form Tang Ye was in.

Especially since this guy had dyed his hair yellow, giving off the vibe of a member of the Dafan Sect!

"Tang Ye, Manchester United's starting midfielder and also the core player of the Chinese national team, in the Russia World Cup held last month..."

Although it might have been somewhat redundant, the commentator still introduced the identity of this yellow-haired player on the bench to the fans.

As the match entered the 10th minute, Tang Ye, who had been watching the game from the bench, suddenly sighed.

Afraid of falling asleep, he had been imagining himself playing on the field in his mind.

Imagining substituting Lin Lin Jiade off, and then considering how he would play, how he would coordinate with his teammates...

And then he reached a conclusion.

"Brighton is very strong."

Tang Ye exclaimed with a sigh, and Martial beside him asked, "What's wrong?"

"I feel Brighton is playing at a higher level than last year."

Tang Ye pointed toward the pitch: "Look, their two full-backs are constantly cutting inside, making their central attacks very fierce; we've been under constant pressure."

Although Tang Ye hadn't entered the game, the strength of these eleven players on the field for Manchester United was no joke.

The fact that Brighton could dominate Manchester United was sufficient proof of their excellent players and tactics.

Martial nodded slightly.

Check Dongqiu Di live match report: Fans on site photographed Tang Ye pointing at the pitch and communicating with Martial; the content of their conversation remains unclear.

Time reached the 18th minute of the first half!

"Hiss!"

"That mistake by Herrera was quite unnecessary; this could be a penalty."

"Indeed, it's a penalty for Brighton!"

A mistake in Manchester United's defensive half led to some unfavorable consequences; Brighton's attacking midfielder Gross picked up the ball and walked to the penalty spot.

"Run-up..."

"Shot!"

"Goal! Gross scores from the penalty kick, Brighton takes the lead!"

De Gea sat on the ground sighing, while the Brighton players began their celebration.

"Fuck!"

Ten Hag helplessly threw up his hands.

There was truly nothing to be done about a penalty.

"Shift toward the center! There aren't enough people in the middle!"

With the score behind, the Manchester United substitutes' bench also fell silent.

Tang Ye was feeling somewhat uncomfortable now, because from the bench's perspective, he could clearly feel that Brighton was playing better than Manchester United in this match.

If things continued like this, Manchester United would most likely enter halftime with a deficit in the scoreline!

"On Manchester United's side..."

"Lin Lin Jiade wants to link up with Mata, but he can't get through!"

"..."

Halftime report: Rodri's header goal was disallowed for offside; Manchester United trails Brighton 1:2 away from home, and Tang Ye has still not begun his warm-up.

The first half ended; Manchester United had almost equalized the score, but ultimately failed to succeed.

The dejected Manchester United players walked silently toward the tunnel, while boos from the home fans rang out from the stands.

"Beep beep beep beep!!!!"

"Trash Manchester United, put Tom on, haha, put Tom on!"

"Get the trash off, bring the strong ones on!"

The Brighton fans' words were undoubtedly humiliating Manchester United's starting lineup.

But since Manchester United was currently trailing, the players had no way to refute them.

The broadcast camera focused on the very top of the east stand, where a fan wearing a blue-and-white Brighton jersey held up a sign in his hand.

【Hurry up and put Tom on, otherwise what awaits Manchester United is a 0:5 defeat!】

The content on the sign had obviously been written before the match even started.

The fans understood the players' psychology all too well; they knew that even as a substitute, Tang Ye wouldn't get much playing time in this match, so they seized the opportunity to immediately start messing with the opposition's mindset.

Last season, Brighton had been double-killed by Manchester United; this season, they absolutely had to seize the chance to exact proper revenge!

……

"What's going on?"

Because they returned to the locker room relatively early, Tang Ye did not know what the fans outside were shouting.

He only knew that his teammates' current psychological state was not very good.

Herrera said nothing, directly returning to his seat and sitting down.

The penalty he had conceded to the opposition in the first half made him feel extremely awkward right now!

"It's fine, it's fine, everyone sit properly!"

Ten Hag entered with Fan Fan Dejiahe, while Rashford sat down beside Tang Ye.

"That opposing full-back runs very fast; Marcus, you need to find a way to execute a one-two with Shaw."

Tang Ye spoke in a low voice, then was glared at by Ten Hag, immediately shutting his mouth.

Thump thump!

Tapping the tactical board, Ten Hag signaled for the players to focus their attention.

"I don't know what you lot were playing in the first half. Why was our defensive area completely empty whenever they attacked? You are playing in the Premier League, not the damn League One, and certainly not League Two!"

Ten Hag scolded all eighteen players in the locker room.

"When the situation on the pitch changes, you need to react quickly, not stand in place and think slowly. If you stand in place thinking, then it will be our opponents who score!"

Ten Hag was specifically targeting Lingard and Herrera.

These two Manchester United midfielders didn't know what the hell they were doing; knowing full well they weren't Tang Ye, yet still failing to track back actively!

"Even Tom tracks back more actively than you!"

Ten Hag didn't know why he suddenly blurted out that sentence.

"……"

The corner of Tang Ye's mouth twitched, but he didn't dare to speak up.

"It is currently 1:2; let me make this clear to you in advance: if we lose today, your day off tomorrow is cancelled."

Ten Hag understood player psychology very well; by throwing out some harsh words first before proceeding with the second-half tactical analysis, the players' focus immediately improved significantly.

Besides tactics, Ten Hag also laid out the substitution plan for the second half.

Tang Ye shook his thighs and exchanged a glance with Ziyech, who was sitting opposite him, giving a thumbs-up.

The two of them were about to enter the field in the second half!

……

"Alright, dear viewers, welcome back; this is the second round of this season's Premier League..."

The camera cut to the away team's bench, where Tang Ye, Ziyech, and Ashley Young were already preparing.

"We can see that Tang Ye has already started warming up!"

The venue suddenly became lively; the Manchester United fans had seen their hope.

As for the Brighton fans.

The Brighton fans, who had been so vocal in the first half, suddenly fell silent.

Hmm...

They were under immense pressure right now!

"Tang Ye!"

"Tang Ye!"

"Tang Ye!"

Hearing the chants, Tang Ye raised both hands to greet the fans.

It was rare for the fans to actually chant his Chinese name.

Was it perhaps influenced by the World Cup?

"Wow!!!"

Tang Ye and Ziyech performed stretching exercises together, and the second half of the match began.

Ten Hag's harsh words proved quite effective; in the 57th minute, Herrera scored with a poacher's goal, directly helping Manchester United equalize the score.

"Haha!"

Standing on the sideline, Tang Ye quickly applauded his teammates.

But Brighton's form was truly exaggerated; captain Dunk soon responded with a header.

"3:2!"

"Brighton has regained their advantage!"

Check the current time.

The 64th minute of the second half.

The situation does not seem very favorable for Manchester United, yet Ten Hag still shows no intention of substituting Tang Ye and Ziyech onto the field.

"Make a substitution!"

"Substitute, Ten Hag!"

"What are you doing!"

The Manchester United fans roared, but Ten Hag acted as if he had heard nothing at all.

Until the 68th minute of the second half.

"Here it comes, a substitution for Manchester United!"

"Coming off are... Lin Lin Jiade and Mata."

"Tang Ye and Ziyech coming on as substitutes!"

Clap!

Clap!

After high-fiving two teammates, Tang Ye sprinted onto the pitch.

"Move toward the center, move toward the center!"

"Watch my position!

(End of Chapter)