From Arsenal to the Ball God

Ma’el walked out of the administrative building and arrived at the entrance of the training base.

Gilbert entered, first meeting with the agent. A few days ago, midway through the season, he signed with the famous England agent Barnet, now he has a certain professional demeanor.

Since there is still a league match this month, the two are planning to head back immediately after signing, not intending to linger here.

This made Hans quite regretful. His wife came today, and he wanted to drive Ma’el and Gilbert back home for a sit-down, let his wife cook a meal for the two, to strengthen their relationship.

”Next time then.”

Ma’el patted him, comforting, ”Now we’re just Championship players. Maybe next time we come back, we’ll be Premier League promoted players. It would be more valuable and worth celebrating at your place.”

Hans smiled bitterly, but he was looking forward to it: ”I wish time could pass a little faster.”

”It will be fast enough.”

Ma’el replied, his eyes watching the other U18 players still present here, some of whom had mentally prepared themselves, eagerly ready to step up.

He took the initiative to step forward and start chatting with a few people he had spoken to before, ”How has this year been?”

”It’s been... alright.”

”The training intensity has increased. Coach Hans has high hopes for us, his confidence has greatly increased.”

”There’s a heavy atmosphere of hard work and extra training within the club, everyone is making progress.”

A few replied to him, which gradually made others loosen up. They found that after Ma’el became famous, he hadn’t become difficult to get along with.

”What’s the professional field like?”

Someone actively asked, quite curious: ”I always think that the air there is different from ours here, with a different magnetic field. But of course, that’s just my own somewhat romantic notion.”

”It’s hard to specify.”

Ma’el thought for a moment and answered vaguely, ”Overall, it’s wonderful. Kick and you’ll know it. Be sure to give it your all.”

”Mm!”

”Let’s take a photo. I brought my phone, didn’t dare mention it earlier, nearly missed the chance.”

”Hahaha, everyone is looking forward to your return to the club, then we can all go see you play live.”

They finally became familiar again, someone took out a phone, stood next to Ma’el, and snapped a few shots. Amid the laughter, someone also brought out pen and paper, wanting Ma’el’s autograph.

After finishing these, Gilbert and his agent came out, the two chatted a bit before parting ways.

”Let’s go.”

Gilbert came over, calling Ma’el, and the two walked towards a business car.

At this moment, Jorson wanted to be a bit mischievous, he placed one foot on the car wheel, pretending that a pair of sunglasses was still on his head, adjusted it in front of his eyes, ”Let’s go lads, don’t despise my old pickup, you’ll be comfy at the high-speed rail station.”

The two were stunned, then burst into head-tilted laughter uncontrollably..... they recalled the scenery when they walked out of this place.

The players behind also remembered Jorson, recalling that day, not knowing if it was mischievous blessing or twisted amusement, they actually mimicked and waved to the two.

”Good luck! Captain!”

”We’re waiting for you to come back!”

”Ma’el, let those old foxes in the Championship taste your cannon shot!”

The sky gradually turned dark, they laughed as they got in the car and looked out, unable to see their faces, only the continuously waving arms.

Ma’el took a deep breath to cooperate with them, compared to before, he changed his phrasing: ”The professional field is waiting for you!”

......

January 22, Championship Round 27, the match against Norwich has arrived.

Since they lost two to four against Norwich last time, the players are all gearing up to take them down at home.

Additionally, with a few new recruits familiarized with the team, Bertrand and Kyle Walker replacing two defensively problematic defenders greatly enhanced the backline.

In this match, they were full of fighting spirit, vowing to take down second-place Norwich!

”Hello everyone, this is the focus battle of Championship Round 27! It’s the team ranked third on the points table after the last round, Sheffield United, against Norwich, who have been performing steadily and are ranked second!

”The two teams have already faced each other once this season. In that match, Norwich gained the advantage, their passing and ball control left Sheffield’s defense at a loss.

”The match has begun! This is Sky Sports bringing you the broadcast commentary!”

”.....”

”Norwich still firmly dominates possession, Sheffield United can only follow their passing and control, constantly adjusting their formation to ensure no big gaps in the defense!

”This is a shot from Hulahan! Hits the crossbar!! A powerful cannonball, but unfortunately hit the defensive structure, just a little short!

”He’s an old acquaintance of Sheffield United. In the last match against Sheffield United, Hulahan scored the second hat-trick of his career.”

”.....”

”Ma’el’s cannon shot from outside the penalty area!! It’s dangerous! He returned the favor to Hulahan!

”Rudy! A spectacular save! The quality of this shot was nearly goal standard, but Rudy extended his body and single-fisted it out!!”

”.....”

”The first half ended, zero to zero! No goals have been scored yet, but this does not affect it being an excellent first half, both sides played very well, each performing at their best level.

”It’s worth mentioning that Norwich has a player who joined during the winter window, while Sheffield has two. These three new players performed well, proving why they could start immediately!”

”.....”

”Ma’el cuts inside! He bypasses Russell and wants to go again! Drewry goes down!! A dipping shot!!