[{"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-284":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},925853,1216,"Chapter 284 - 89: Derby Showdown! The Gunpowder Scent at White Hart Lane! Ma’el’s Duel with the Two Speedsters! [1\u002F3]","from-arsenal-to-the-ball-god-chapter-284",284,"\u003Cp>At 2:10 PM, the tension was rising as the head coaches from both sides sat for interviews in the press conference room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They sat side by side, avoiding eye contact, both aware that the first battle of the derby would be waged here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some pre-match press conferences bring together the head coaches of both teams, using this approach to add intrigue and tension.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The North London Derby, already high in popularity and intrigue, naturally sees the media take this approach to further heat things up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even the clubs themselves tacitly approve or endorse this method.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They all understand that some matches are impossible to tone down, and it’s best to fully immerse themselves and strive to savor the beauty of victory after a fierce contest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The early season performance has indeed been questioned, but in the derby, we won’t hold back.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tottenham’s manager Redknapp, seated, was the first to respond to the media: \"Arsenal has been performing well this season, but that’s as far as it goes. We will end their unbeaten run at White Hart Lane.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What wasn’t achieved in the 03-04 season will be resolved in the 11-12 season. We will exact revenge.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\".....\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sorry, I only want to talk about the match, not individual players... don’t ask me about Van Persie and Ma’el again, we are not afraid of them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But since it’s brought up, I must say we have defensive strategies in place for Van Persie and Ma’el.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Kyle Walker is in great form, he’s become a top Premier League full-back, his qualities are not inferior to Ma’el’s, and he can successfully defend.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\".....\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wenger’s investment in the youth academy? I don’t think it’s proven effective. In fact, Ma’el is not a product of Arsenal’s youth academy; he joined the team coincidentally and left for Sheffield United after the trial.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you want to talk about Gilbert from the last match, I would agree that he’s a fruit of Arsenal’s youth academy, but not Ma’el. His joining was Arsenal’s luck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He doesn’t have Arsenal’s heritage, and frankly, I wouldn’t be surprised to see him join Tottenham in the future, haha.....\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After this question, the reporters turned their attention to Wenger on the other side, asking if he was confident about the match.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wenger didn’t rush his response, but instead sternly countered Redknapp, as the latter had clearly touched a nerve.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I think the Tottenham coach should maintain respect for his old rivals, whether towards the club or me, or the club’s players.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As a manager of a prominent Premier League team, at least 20% of your time and energy should be dedicated to dealing with the media and public opinion, and it’s inappropriate to speak in such a manner at this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is it possible he’s seeking more attention? Too focused on things outside the field? All I can say is, in this regard, I don’t recommend following Mourinho.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He mentioned a former rival as an example, and speaking of it, there is a hint of nostalgia... there’s talk of his potential return to Chelsea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wait.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Redknapp didn’t wait for Wenger to continue and interrupted: \"I’m not trying to emulate anyone, that’s just your view. I suggest you focus on the match.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not focused on the match enough?\" Wenger continued to look ahead without turning back: \"I’m not sure who started this first, but I certainly won’t engage in such petty topics.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Redknapp opened his mouth to rebut, but this time Wenger interrupted him, pointing to a reporter: \"It’s your turn to ask a question now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Does Ma’el represent the club’s future? What does he represent?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wenger’s expression remained unchanged, he replied without hesitation: \"Everything.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>......\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ladies and gentlemen, you’re now watching the highlight match of the 7th round in the Premier League!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the broadcasting room, Zhan Jun sat as he always did for these eye-catching battles, usually taking the commentary lead: \"Here at White Hart Lane, the atmosphere is wild! Both sets of players are about to take the pitch!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is ESPN Sports, I’m commentator Zhan Jun, and my co-commentator is Zhang Lu.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hello, everyone.\" Zhang Lu’s distinctive voice chimed in, with a hint of amusement, \"Hehe... there’s no need to emphasize the importance of the derby match. Let’s hope both sides deliver a fantastic contest.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhan Jun nodded with a smile, picking up the lineup sheet: \"Let’s look at the starting line-ups for both teams.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"For the home team, Tottenham is lined up in a 4-3-3 formation, with goalkeeper Frederick; the backline from left to right is Asueke, Ledley King, Cahill, and Kyle Walker.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"In midfield, sitting deeper is the defensive powerhouse Scott Parker, in front of him the Dutch star Van der Vaart, and the Croatian star Modric.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Up front, leading the attack is Adebayor, who once played for Arsenal... Bell is on the left wing, with Defoe on the right.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After he finished, Zhang Lu summed it up: \"This is a very luxurious lineup and Tottenham this season aims to compete for a Champions League spot... at home against Arsenal, they will definitely go all out for victory.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The head-to-head between Bell and Ma’el on the flanks is a key highlight, and his showdown with former Sheffield United teammate Kyle Walker is also worth anticipating.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he concluded, Zhan Jun followed up: \"As for Arsenal, they’re set up in a 3-4-3 formation. Due to Koscielny’s injury and the successful experiment of a three-center-back formation in the last Champions League match, Wenger continues with this tactical system.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Goalkeeper...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At White Hart Lane, the densely packed crowd filled the seats; even with a magnifying glass, it would be hard to spot a vacancy, with the atmosphere already reaching a boiling point.\u003C\u002Fp>",949,"2026-06-03T06:44:03.644Z","2026-06-03T06:44:07.339Z",1,"novelbin.me","d66af4e89427d5918b0938717c0a88b959c2fb602622c978a8fa53fbcc8f40f8","from-arsenal-to-the-ball-god-chapter-285","from-arsenal-to-the-ball-god-chapter-283",391,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Ffrom-arsenal-to-the-ball-god-cover.jpg"]