After the match, Gao Nuo attended the press conference with head coach Erik ten Hag, and he answered the media's barrage of questions with ease.
Daily Report: "Hello, Erik ten Hag, congratulations to Manchester United on their victory. What are your thoughts on the intense battle for a top-four finish?"
Erik ten Hag: "Thank you. Our goal is very clear: Manchester United needs to participate in the Champions League. We want to be there because we want to challenge the best teams in the world. Therefore, we will do our utmost to achieve this goal."
Three Days Two Reports: "Is Champions League qualification crucial for your summer transfers? How does the team plan its squad for next season?"
Erik ten Hag: "Champions League qualification is always crucial. Regarding transfers, I have no comment. The team currently needs to focus on the upcoming matches."
Factual Report: "Gao Nuo scored two goals in this match and performed well. Will you continue to use him in the upcoming games?"
Erik ten Hag: "Why not? Gao performed excellently, not just with those two goals, but he also contributed on the wing."
Football Weekly: "Hello, Gao Nuo, what are your thoughts on scoring two goals in the Premier League for the first time?"
Gao Nuo: "Thanks to the coaching staff, thanks to my teammates. We created many chances in this match. I was just lucky to be in the right position. Scoring two such simple goals is a credit to our entire team. I hope we can maintain the same performance in the upcoming matches."
The next day, Gao Nuo, who had been out of favor for a long time, once again appeared on the front page headlines.
"After being defeated in the last round, Manchester United reversed roles, with Gao Nuo scoring the winning goal against the opponent."
"Chinese youngster Gao Nuo scores two goals, a magical reappearance."
"Gao Nuo performs excellently, Manchester United takes the initiative in the battle for a top-four finish."
On nights with matches, Gao Nuo would not use the system for virtual training. After all, he was not a machine, but a person, and needed proper rest. Gao Nuo, who had a good night's sleep, had just woken up when he heard the system's mechanical yet pleasant voice.
"host, please note, the system has issued a new mission for you,"
'Secure Champions League qualification',
Mission reward: A complete European training system,
Failure penalty: Clear all virtual coaches currently possessed by the host."
Gao Nuo didn't care about the mission, but eagerly asked the system: "My attributes have improved again, haven't they?"
The system updated Gao Nuo's attribute panel quickly and decisively.
Gao Nuo, 19 years old.
Height 192cm, Weight 91kg
Ball Control: 13
Passing: 11
Shooting: 11
Positioning: 12
First Touch: 11
Strength: 14
Stamina: 14
Speed: 17
Explosiveness: 17
Willpower: 18
Perception: 13
Decision Making: 11
Concentration: 17
Maximum attribute value is 20, other attributes are currently hidden attributes."
Strength increased by one point, stamina by two points, speed and explosiveness each by one point. This was a fair reward for Gao Nuo's intense physical training over the past two months, and Wang Qing's varied nutritional meals were not in vain.
"Hahahaha~~~" Gao Nuo couldn't help but laugh out loud. His attributes started to grow again, and Gao Nuo, in a particularly beautiful mood, felt that the sky was bluer, the grass was greener, and Wang Qing was even more beautiful.
On May 13, 2023, in the 36th round of the Premier League, Manchester United welcomed Wolves to Old Trafford.
Gao Nuo started for the second consecutive match, Wout Weghorst replaced Martial as center forward, and there were no other personnel changes.
In the 10th minute of the match, De Gea kicked a long goal kick, Wout Weghorst headed it back to Casemiro, who then sent a long pass to Gao Nuo. Drawing defensive attention, Gao Nuo made a short pass with his left foot, and Wan-Bissaka surged forward from the rib, dribbling into the penalty area. He unleashed a powerful shot in superb form, and the ball went under the goalkeeper's arm into the net, giving Manchester United a 1-0 lead.
In the 17th minute, Manchester United won a free-kick opportunity 26 meters out on the left side of the attacking third. Rashford took the direct shot, which went slightly wide, giving the Wolves goalkeeper a scare.
In the 27th minute, Gao Nuo and Bruno Fernandes completed a one-two wall pass, then Gao Nuo delivered a cross from the byline. Wout Weghorst seized the opportunity to score another goal, and Manchester United led the opponent 2-0.
In the 38th minute, Wolves crossed from the right wing, Luke Shaw cleared the ball, and it fell to Rúben Neves, who was supporting in midfield. The Portugal international adjusted slightly and unleashed a powerful shot from 30 meters out, scoring a super world-class goal that stunned everyone. Wolves 1-2 Manchester United, pulling one goal back.
In the 40th minute, Manchester United once again won a free-kick opportunity on the left side of the attacking third. Bruno passed to the center, and Lindelöf headed the ball into the net at the far post. In just two minutes, Manchester United, who had just conceded a goal, retaliated, leading Wolves 3-1.
In the 44th minute, Manchester United's Casemiro, Bruno, and Rashford executed a series of short passes in the middle, with 6 passes, evading 4 defenders, and finally Rashford delivered the final blow in the penalty area, Manchester United continued to extend their lead.
At halftime, Manchester United led Wolves 4-1.
After the break, both teams started the second half.
Manchester United, with victory in hand, slowed down the tempo, and Wolves, who were 10 points clear of the relegation zone, were also not prepared to fight desperately. Both sides tacitly played 'health-preserving' football, intending to save their energy for the next match.
In the 58th minute, Sancho and Antony replaced Rashford and Gao Nuo.
In the remaining time, both sides substituted some key players, and the 4-1 score remained until the end of the match.
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Manchester United, having won by a large margin, had high morale. They only needed to secure three more points in the final three League rounds to guarantee Champions League qualification.
Gao Nuo, who started the match, contributed two assists and was named Man of the Match for the second time.
Since his first award was against Manchester City when Gao Nuo was unconscious, this was his first time accepting an interview as Man of the Match.
BBC's beautiful reporter Emma Jones interviewed Gao Nuo, "Please evaluate this match, and also talk about your thoughts on winning Man of the Match."
Ever since Gao Nuo came to England, he had been diligently playing football and had never seen such a 'broad mind'. He glanced at the two 'balls' as big as footballs, his face turned red, and while looking at his toes, he said: "We have performed excellently in the last two matches, and I believe we can maintain our form. I hope we can continue to win. Man of the Match is everyone's recognition of my performance, thank you everyone."
Looking at Gao Nuo, who fled in disarray, the fiery Emma Jones couldn't help but laugh. Such a shy young boy was truly adorable.
Gao Nuo became popular again, but the reason for his popularity was Emma Jones.
Emma currently works for the BBC, focusing on football reporting, with a good image and a hot figure, she is somewhat famous among fans.
In the photos of Gao Nuo's interview, Emma's impressive bust made it impossible for people to take their eyes off her. Gao Nuo also appeared very shy; his head-down, squinting, and nervous expression while answering also sparked teasing among fans.
Wang Qing, who also saw this photo, looked down at her toes, and in her anger, she ate two extra bowls of rice at lunch.
