"Let me just say a few words," Deng Kai stood at the doorway as the players made their final preparations in the locker room, "This European match is of exceptional importance for Manchester City."
"It's Manchester City's first European match in so many years."
"It's also the first European match at the Etihad Stadium!"
"This is the beginning of a new era!"
"I know there are all kinds of opinions about our big squad from outside."
"But I want everyone to understand one thing: the only reason you are here, beyond your own excellence, is nothing else!"
"So, I hope in today's match, everyone can play to the best of your ability."
"Two days after the second leg of this European tie, we will face Liverpool in the Premier League. We cannot afford to lose a single point in the league."
"Therefore, I hope we can end the suspense of this round early today."
"Let the second leg be an opportunity for more players to experience the European match."
"Can you do it?"
Yes!
