[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-from-arsenal-to-the-ball-god":3,"chapter-from-arsenal-to-the-ball-god-from-arsenal-to-the-ball-god-chapter-115":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","From Arsenal to the Ball God",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},925884,1216,"Chapter 115 36: The Title Race Begins! Pressure on Norwich and Queens Park! Wenger Winning Nothing! [5\u002F5]_2","from-arsenal-to-the-ball-god-chapter-115",115,"\u003Cp>But he couldn't understand why Sheffield United was so difficult to deal with, why a small Championship League could also feel like the Premier League with three or four dominant teams?!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just Ma'el.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Neil uttered the name of a Sheffield United player, or rather, the direct cause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He closed his eyes with a pained expression, as if that name had brought him endless suffering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the head coach of a newly promoted Championship team, he was a well-known figure in his hometown city. If he went home to coach a lower-level team, they'd erect a statue of him outside the stadium.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He wasn't born to be a runner-up; he also had noble aspirations and ideals, fought for this position all his life, and eventually broke through among countless peers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He could control the locker room of a Championship contender team, could immediately make signings when the situation was unfavorable, rapidly enhancing the team's strength to maintain competitiveness!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Neil really didn't know what he was lacking, why the sudden emergence of a player could crush his hopes to pieces.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"After this year....\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He took out his phone and messaged his wife, \"I want to take a break for a few years; I don't want to coach anymore. I'm too exhausted.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>......\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Late at night, a bus slowly drove into the Queens Park Rangers base, players got off and headed to the parking lot, silently got into their cars and left directly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were held to a draw by Hull City in this match, ending their six-game winning streak, and hampering their forward momentum.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If it were not for constantly hearing the footsteps of pursuers behind them, they wouldn't feel so dejected, and their nerves wouldn't be constantly at the brink of high pressure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Current first-team coach Volok and his assistant coaches got off and headed to the office, preparing for a post-match meeting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Speaking of which, Volok's coaching career had a bit of a legendary quality; he took over a team that was a hundred wrecks waiting for revival, last season faced with severe relegation pressure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After he came to the team, he rejected all opinions and employed 'madman' Taarabt, giving him the core tactical position, building the attacking system around him!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From fighting relegation last season to sitting atop the league for over a hundred and thirty days this season, he only needed half a year!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Originally, everything was turning around!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The story between him and Queens Park Rangers was about to have a perfect ending, just like in fairy tales.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But....now it seems that they could fall apart at any moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thud!\" While climbing the stairs, Volok was so mentally distracted that he even forgot how many floors were in this staircase he climbed countless times a day, taking a misstep and falling to the side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Watch out!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Catch him!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His assistant coaches quickly caught him, pulled him up, preventing him from losing the demeanor and prestige accumulated over the past year.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Volok got up and hung his head, not in a good state, continued walking toward the meeting room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a few steps, he turned and asked, \"How many points does Sheffield United have? What about Norwich?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>First asking about Sheffield United, because their recent momentum was indeed too fierce, putting a lot of pressure on him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the other hand, Sheffield City is the hometown where Volok was born and raised, and he has been a fan of Sheffield United since childhood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After achieving success in his coaching career, he also coached this hometown team twice, in 2005 even led them to the Premier League, experiencing a widely praised honeymoon period.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Later on, after failing to stay in the Premier League, with severe conflicts with the team's core player Sean, he was tragically fired!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It can be said that he has the strongest bond with this team; the experience from love to hate makes him never forget!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Volok had long wanted to prove himself this year, return all the neglect and humiliation he suffered before, tell his hometown team - firing him was the biggest mistake they've ever made!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is also his source of motivation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This matter buried in his heart, along with his legendary qualities while coaching Queens Park Rangers, makes him desire the championship more than any coach in the Championship.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"84 points, Norwich 85.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An assistant coach told him the news, and he swallowed his saliva, realizing with 8 rounds left, he had a bad premonition.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Whoosh.....\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at the assistant coaches in front of him, heads down and faces heavy, Volok sighed deeply, forced himself to perk up; he couldn't really fall apart, his position didn't allow it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My life's been a long, twisted, infuriating prelude.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Volok squeezed out a smile, standing here, self-mockingly joking: \"But it seems no matter how long the prelude, it won't necessarily bring better experiences for my fans and myself.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, he hoped to alleviate the pressure on his companions in such a way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Haha....\" Someone laughed awkwardly, and even that laughter was somewhat forced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>......\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>March 20th, Old Trafford, the sixth round of the FA Cup kicked off here, between Manchester United and Arsenal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Arsenal was held to a draw by Leighton East in the last round, they regrouped and decisively beat them 5-0 at home, advancing to the sixth round.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After being overturned by Barcelona in the second leg of the Champions League last Wednesday, this cup had truly become Wenger's last hope to appease Arsenal fans this season.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Rooney....!!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the 76th minute, accompanied by the passionate English-accented commentary, this historic sports venue burst into sky-shattering cheers, \"Wow.....!!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rooney received Arsenal's clearance header outside the penalty area, struck the ball directly with an aerial strike, sending it into the net.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amunia watched with sighs, standing still without any attempt to save; he had become one of Arsenal's weaknesses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Two to nil! Ferguson's team has taken a two-nil lead! Valencia and Scholes are warming up; they're coming on to control the rhythm. Arsenal's situation is worsening!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The magical Rooney, the magical Fabio, they've become Manchester United's heroes. After eliminating old rival Arsenal, their FA Cup journey this season will have no more obstacles!!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the south stand, Arsenal's loyal fans were ashen-faced, the place was dead silent, they could only watch Manchester United fans celebrate here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The last hope was shattered; the team would have no more title hopes this season, they had to accept the reality of winning nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We need a championship!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A fan emotionally shouted, grim-faced toward the coaching area: \"Wenger! If you can't deliver a championship, leave the team early!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His shout was especially piercing in the silent Arsenal fan zone, successfully stirring other fans' emotions, they found an outlet to vent their pain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Arsene! Step down!!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Leave our team, look at these years, you've made a mess of it!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Leave already!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We don't need you anymore, Frenchman!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the coaching area, Wenger was already in a low mood, when he heard the shouts from the south stand, he folded his arms and frowned, glanced in that direction, seeing countless pointing figures.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His mood worsened, sorrow floated in his heart, he had to widen his eyes to stimulate his eyeballs to avoid showing a more miserable look.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sir Alex Ferguson also noticed the commotion over there, he glanced at Wenger, the old man who had been his rival for over a decade, with hints of sympathy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Maybe, when he retires, he'll definitely speak up for this old friend, right the wrongs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But now.....he still saw Wenger as an opponent, as his competitor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He'd only appear before the media as a victor, proudly holding his head high, declaring Manchester United's victory.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Beep! Beep! Beep——!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The referee blew three long whistles, the match officially ended, Arsenal lost zero to two against Manchester United.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's hard, isn't it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ferguson, at the post-match handshake with Wenger, had a few thoughts to taunt his old rival: \"Sell a few more players; maybe, sooner or later you'll have enough money to build the team of your dreams.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wenger snorted coldly, his lips twitching without a smile, \"Take care of your team, no need to worry about me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is Ma'el negotiable?\" Ferguson suddenly switched topics to this point, without any prior notice, quite abruptly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wenger himself was about to leave, but he turned his head sharply, his face turning stern, recalling Fabregas and then somewhat dejectedly turned away, leaving just one sentence: \"See your skills then.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1411,"2026-06-03T06:44:03.643Z","2026-06-03T06:44:07.339Z",1,"novelbin.me","c5d0f61d3812f1bcd5b6da9d4faf86bd3f1b8dbe6106c74fb2696333687c3452","from-arsenal-to-the-ball-god-chapter-116","from-arsenal-to-the-ball-god-chapter-114",391,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Ffrom-arsenal-to-the-ball-god-cover.jpg"]