CHAPTER 1076: CHAPTER 345: THE RISE OF THE FITNESS COACH (PART 4)

"The main issue is his defensive style. Every time he clears the ball, he puts a lot of force on it towards the goal. One mistake, and that’s an own goal. Reina has helped him save a few, otherwise he’d score even more."

Huang Kaiwen walked to the sideline and high-fived Michael Mancienne for a substitution.

This is another player from the reserve team, and the captain of youth teams at various levels in England.

A player poached from Wolverhampton Wanderers during the winter transfer period.

"Mancienne just signed with Chelsea. This is his first appearance. This young player is a versatile defender, Deco is repositioned to the flank, and Mancienne will play as a holding midfielder. This substitution should signal an emphasis on strengthening defense."

"On Liverpool’s side, Brazilian midfielder Lucas is warming up, indicating both coaches seem uninterested in further attacking."

The final phase of the match.

Someone did change the score.

During a Chelsea counterattack, Ballack made a lob pass aiming for Huntelaar. With Gerrard positioned very high, he turned and kicked from 38 meters out, scoring an own goal.

The final score was set at 6:1.

Post-match press conference.

Benitez simply did not show up.

It’s likely the FA will fine him again.

Liverpool’s assistant coach Ayerstaren told reporters: "Such a game is not what we wanted to see. The players are very downcast, and Rafa is busy comforting the players, hence he can’t attend today’s press conference."

"Carragher has scored several own goals facing Chelsea consecutively. Is he involved in match-fixing?"

A reporter asked.

Huang Kaiwen frowned, pulled the microphone close, and said: "You cannot casually accuse a player of such things without evidence. It’s a denial of football and the player’s efforts. Now please leave."

Ayerstaren quickly responded, waving to security and nodding towards Huang Kaiwen.

Fortunately, Huang Kaiwen helped him out of a tight spot.

The other reporters didn’t pity the struggling colleague.

Clearly, this one was not thinking straight.

Such words can easily unite players against someone.

After all, everyone has times of underperformance.

Ayerstaren spoke again: "Kevin has already answered your questions. Jamie is an outstanding player with invaluable qualities. Such baseless speculation is unfair to him. I guarantee with my character, Jamie would not engage in such matters. That’s all I wish to say."

"Mr. Boas, what are your thoughts?"

"When will Mourinho return to Chelsea?"

"Why was Kevin substituted so early today?"

"Joe Cole is frequently injured. Is there something wrong with his health?"

After the reporters finished asking, Boas said: "I have no opinion. What Kevin said is very correct. You cannot speculate maliciously about an athlete without evidence; it’s very unpleasant. Jose’s health isn’t great, so I can’t say when he’ll return. As a coach, he’s successful and great, but this also brings immense pressure, impacting his health. We all hope for his return. As for Kevin and Joe’s issues, it’s an internal team matter, so I won’t say much."

"Kevin, why would you speak for Carragher? He did say bad things about you before."

The reporter asked.

Huang Kaiwen replied, "He might have said something; I’ve seen it in the papers, and I wasn’t very happy at the time. Even so, I believe he wouldn’t be involved in such activities. Just because we have conflicts doesn’t mean I should speak against my conscience. I don’t think Jamie Carragher is that kind of person."

"Someone took a photo of you hugging Cheryl. Do you have an explanation?"

"That photo was clearly cropped. Look up ’cheek kiss’ in the Oxford dictionary. Cole was right beside us at the time. It was taken during their visit to my home. Originally, I wanted to explain more, but now I don’t feel like it anymore."

After Huang Kaiwen stood up, Boas immediately got up to leave together.

Once outside the press room, Boas looked at Huang Kaiwen and asked, "Aren’t you upset, Kevin?"

"Of course not."

Huang Kaiwen explained: "The reporters’ questions were tricky today, so I wanted to leave quickly. Otherwise, saying something wrong could cause trouble."

"I see."

Boas nodded, saying, "I actually thought the same."

Huang Kaiwen smiled and said nothing.

After returning to the locker room, the Chelsea team again boarded the bus for the return journey.

This match made Carragher the main focus once more.

Huang Kaiwen’s statement after the game also earned praise from many Liverpool legends.

Kenny Dalglish said on a program that evening: "What’s more admirable about Kevin compared to other superstars is his character. I know English newspapers always try to find Kevin’s weaknesses or analyze something from his thoughts. But actually, we should focus on how a person acts rather than what they think. So far, Kevin’s performances on and off the field have been commendable."

When Carragher was interviewed by the "Liverpool Evening Mail", he expressed gratitude towards Huang Kaiwen, saying: "I did speak badly about Kevin because I thought he was deliberately looking for own goals around me. However, Kevin’s righteous statement after the game made me feel ashamed. Maybe everyone thinks differently, and my thoughts are more gloomy, while Kevin’s are nobler. Anyway, I thank him for trusting me. I would never intentionally score an own goal on the field. Also, I am thankful for the fans’ support."