[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-start-with-r9-template":3,"chapter-start-with-r9-template-start-with-r9-template-chapter-198":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Start with R9 Template",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1388663,1840,"Chapter 198 - 198","start-with-r9-template-chapter-198",198,"\u003Cp>Old Trafford, Manchester.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unknowingly, it had been exactly 7 years, 2555 days, since Manchester United last reached the Champions League final.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tens of thousands of Man United fans couldn't contain their excitement, wildly waving their arms and shouting as countless red flares were ignited in the stands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Within mere seconds, the stadium was enveloped in thick crimson smoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fireworks and salutes followed in unison.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Countless tiny sparkling lights shot rapidly into the sky, bursting into dazzling brilliance at their peak, painting the Manchester night red.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The city itself seemed to tremble under the weight of the celebration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, the Man United fans' gaze shifted to the South Stand, the Stretford End.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Three statues loomed faintly through the dissipating smoke outside the stadium, their silhouettes projected onto the screens.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sir Bobby Charlton cradling a football, Denis Law pointing single-handedly toward the sky, and George Best gazing profoundly ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Holy Trinity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Grief cannot be forgotten, but life must always go on.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were all products of Man United's youth academy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They brought endless glory to Man United, but also left behind an impossible standard for those who followed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, a dream took root in the hearts of the current players—to become true professional legends and write their own stories at the Theater of Dreams.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because of the heart-wrenching Munich air disaster, the stadium seemed to have dimmed considerably over the decades, the weight of history heavy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Countless young boys sat before their television screens around the world, their innocent faces filled with anticipation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>David Moyes, Louis van Gaal, or Jose Mourinho? Who would be the one to restore the glory?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The frequent setbacks in recent years made them realize that the path to rebuilding wasn't as smooth as hoped, and they had even felt lost at times.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come on, let's go congratulate the lads.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the far left of the scoreboard end, the spirit of Sir Matt Busby seemed to gaze across at his disciples with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you want to become an outstanding player, you must make football the core and entirety of your life, not just a means of making a living.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>David Beckham, watching from the stands, stroked his chin and said without hesitation to his son.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I believe in them, just as the boss believed in us back then.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If sorrow only becomes a path to despair, then the courage to move forward is lost.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As die-hard Man United fans, they already bore an indelible mark on their souls.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zlatan Ibrahimović cradling a football, Marcus Rashford sliding in celebration, Jesse Lingard twisting his body in a dance—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And Jeremy Ling racing forward, meeting the wind that had once accompanied the legends of old.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Strict parents didn't turn off the TV; middle-aged men unconsciously recalled their own childhoods watching Eric Cantona or Cristiano Ronaldo.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once, Sir Matt Busby gave Man United courage, leading those three men to rise from the ashes and return to the pinnacle of England and Europe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"David, do you think we can win the Champions League?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But now he saw things more clearly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And that person was now right before the eyes of Man United's youngsters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How could they achieve this goal?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They all recalled what Ling had said in an interview.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"When you use discipline to unleash all your talent, football will give you everything beyond your dreams!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If they didn't believe that, this would no longer be Old Trafford.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps the father watching would give his child a chance, an opportunity to pursue his dreams.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>....\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Old Trafford seemed ignited, roaring with earth-shaking fury.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus, the Man United fans shifted their gaze once more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sir Alex Ferguson turned and walked away from the railing after saying this to the director next to him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The three stood shoulder to shoulder, youthful and vibrant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Haha, even if we don't win it this year, I believe Man United will be stronger next year and rise again.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>During his 27 years managing Man United, he brought the Theater of Dreams 13 Premier League titles, 2 Champions League titles, 5 FA Cups, and a total of 38 major trophies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dozens of children wearing Manchester United jerseys gazed intently at the United No. 7 on the pitch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The camera panned upward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the VIP box, Sir Alex Ferguson's wrinkled face was filled with smiles, his hands clapping rhythmically.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then the players embarked on the right path to unleash their talent and brilliance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seemed to quietly narrate the passionate stories of the past.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They raised their scarves high, roaring with fervent shouts, singing \"Glory Glory Man United\" while linking arms with strangers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who would take up the mantle?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was hard for them not to be moved—they would follow Ling's path, using discipline to push themselves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Simultaneously, they lowered their gaze toward the now-calm pitch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By the pitch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Manchester United substitutes' bench was completely empty—everyone had rushed onto the pitch to revel in their celebration!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mourinho was no exception, hugging his coaching staff.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the other end of the stadium, unnoticed, Roma players sat on the turf, too heartbroken to speak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No matter how much they consoled themselves before the match, hope still lingered in their hearts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What if they could overcome Manchester United?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What if they could surpass the 1983\u002F1984 season's runner-up finish and create a miracle that would set Rome ablaze?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But ultimately, they weren't the \"chosen one.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, the streaming platforms experienced lag due to overwhelming viewer traffic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The backend viewer count had surpassed ten million.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Peter Drury gathered his thoughts and finally announced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The full-time whistle blows!!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Manchester United advances to the Champions League final!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Looking back at United's Champions League journey, luck always seemed to be on their side, just like the previous draw results.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But what I want to say is...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Luck is like a rainbow always hanging in the sky—you can only see it when you look up, and you can only bask in its glow if you keep moving forward.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jim Beglin added, \"Of course, failure doesn't mean losing everything for Roma.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Every major tournament, every league season, is like a day in life. When the day ends, there will always be those who are happy and those who are sad.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But regardless, whether you're happy or sad, tomorrow will always come.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let's congratulate Manchester United and wish Roma the best!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beglin watched the young man's radiant smile on screen and said with satisfaction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is a historic moment. I hope he can bring home the championship like his predecessors did.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I once said that good players aren't trained—they're selected. Ling was selected by destiny.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I still believe this statement holds true, but I think many people never reach the limits of their potential. Ling is reaching his.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Finally, I hope Ling maintains strong desire for every match and continues his dedication and focus.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Madrid, Spain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Aren't you going to rest? We have to face Liverpool in the final—they won't be easy to deal with.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luka Modrić asked with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cristiano Ronaldo shook his head, wiping sweat from his brow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"By the way, have you got the Manchester United vs Roma result?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just came through. United 1-0 Roma. Aggregate 3-1. I watched the highlights—nothing particularly spectacular, just efficient.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Modrić pulled out his phone and opened the app.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ronaldo briefly scanned the list and spotted a familiar name, his eyebrows suddenly lifting in surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That Man United No.7 scored again?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To be honest, he had initially doubted whether Jeremy Ling was worthy of wearing the No.7 jersey, especially since he was so young and had just emerged from the youth academy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But after witnessing Ling's performances from afar, even he was utterly astonished.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Over 30 goals in a single season.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He remembered his own first season at Man United—4 goals, 4 assists, 4 yellow cards.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ronaldo shook his head vigorously, dispelling the distracting thoughts, and focused on the ball.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He took his run-up and swung his right leg.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>---------\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Read 30 chapters ahead and support me on patreon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>patreon (.)com\u002FNewbietranslator\u003C\u002Fp>",1341,"2026-06-05T22:48:23.062Z",1,"novelbin.me","3dd860aaca51f3a2ad88c1e551f7c21053039d8d352d2c210610a5dbb94a3dc2","start-with-r9-template-chapter-199","start-with-r9-template-chapter-197",371,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fstart-with-r9-template-cover.jpg"]