"Just like a turkey is indispensable for dinner on Christmas Eve, I think the best Christmas present for a Nottingham Forest fan is a win. Donn said this before the away game against Fulham.

His casual and deserved attitude angered his rival Fulham.

The home team's midfielder Simon Davies said: "...... To make this megalomanis pay for it, Nottingham Forest can't win! ”

Engulfed with rage, Fulham played against Nottingham Forest at home, and of course the result was that they "attacked beautifully, died glorious".

Although Nottingham Forest is no longer the team that was helpless in the face of the enemy's shrinking defense, Donn still likes to press out opponents, which can give the Forest team a lot of sneak opportunities. Fulham were provoked by his psychological warfare and tried to take out Forest with home advantage and omnipotence, but they miscalculated.

Fulham's desperate pressure and the fact that they came close to scoring a goal at the start of the game only fueled their determination to attack.

But in fact, when you calm down, you'll find that it's more of a sweet trap.

Forest were compressed, compressed, and compressed by Fulham, and then bounced back. Scored two goals in ten minutes to completely stun Fulham.

In the end, Nottingham Forest won 3-1 away at home Fulham, and it was a nice Christmas present for their fans.

As for Donne, when he left London, he was naturally scolded by the Fulhams for being bloody. Because he continued to be arrogant in his post-match press conference.

Some people may not understand that since it is just to stimulate the other party to lose their cool, then after the game is won, there is no need to force each other hard, and it is good to have a little demeanor. But in Donn's heart. He believes that "psychological warfare" is a norm, otherwise it is easy for the other side to easily see through. Take Alex Ferguson as an example to see what normalcy is.

Ferguson was a good old man in private, and Donn knew that very well, because they had drunk and raced horses together. But that's privately, somewhere else on a non-football field. Once the two sides are about to meet, Ferguson will not miss the slightest opportunity to provoke and provoke Donn by any means. When he makes a mockery of Donne, you can't tell that he and Don have drunk together in private.

In fact, this is the norm. Everyone in the circle knew that Ferguson was good at psychological warfare. But not everyone can ignore his sarcasm and provocation, because it has become his character at work, and sometimes you can't tell if he deliberately provokes you or if that's how he sees you. Think of poor Keegan. Of course, some people like to fight psychological warfare with Ferguson, such as Arsena Wenger, with whom he has been "insulted" for ten years.

Donn did anything to win, so what was it for him to lose a little fame? Favorability of others doesn't allow him to get three points. So he had to portray himself as an arrogant man who dared to provoke. No one is afraid to ruthless the character - of course, he has these flavors in his own personality, but not as obvious as he appears, he has done a little "artistic processing" of himself - so that when he intends to provoke an opponent. will have a better deception, so that the other party does not know whether they are real, or just a strategy......

So, he's glad that everyone thinks he's a megalomaniac. This kind of image and rumor will help your opponents to make some mistakes when judging the place......

With three points and Christmas laughter. The thieves of Nottingham Forest are back in their nests...... Ah no, the turf. On the way back, Don announced the holiday arrangements.

“…… As is customary for New Year's Day, we will have an in-house party, but that will have to wait for next year. For Christmas, we had our usual little presents for everyone, all under the Christmas tree in Wilford. Tomorrow, go and get it yourselves. On Christmas Eve, the 24th, there is only half a day of training, leaving everyone to reunite with family and friends, or relax...... You can do whatever you want. But don't be too crazy, we have a home game on the 26th. 25 days of normal training. Well, enjoy this busy vacation! ”

At the beginning, the club only prepared a small Christmas tree in the hall of the training base, and the tree was full of gifts, and the box was labeled with the names of the players. It was a very popular change for Allen about the club, and Donn thought it would be a good thing to do, so he proposed that it be done every year and become a tradition at the club. At the same time, move the Christmas tree outside. More than doubled. Gifts are still small gadgets, but it's all about the heart – not just the players. On the morning of the 25th, all non-player employees of the club receive a gift prepared by the club. At the same time, loyal fans who have purchased a season pass will also take out a greeting card from their mailbox.

After Evan moved to the Forest team, he made a lot of changes, which he and Allen learned from the NBA clubs in the United States, to promote and improve the image of Nottingham Forest. In his opinion, the long history of the Forest team is always talked about, and now no one listens at all - who would be interested in the past 100 years? What's the use of this team even if it's one of the first teams in the world? Today's fans only like the teams that they like now, such as Jose Mourinho against Chelsea, Ronaldinho against Barcelona, David Beckham with Real Madrid...... Wait a minute.

Allen put down the 100-year-old club and took the initiative to get close to the people, and then with Donn's continuous victories, the image of the new Forest team was promoted very smoothly. Now, with letters of admiration coming in from all over the world to express their affection, the Forest team has added a number of new fans around the world, who are not attracted to the club because of their illustrious past or long history. And it's just because the team is very strong now, winning the European championship, having a manager who is very much like an idol, and a well-known star, so I like Nottingham Forest, and then in turn to discover her history, I was surprised to find that "my ancestors were also wide". It strengthened my love for this team. Most foreign fans are basically in this process, whether it is those giants who have long been world-renowned and have always been on the front line, or a declining powerhouse like Nottingham Forest.

A team like Real Madrid has to make movies and play commercial games to promote their brand, not to mention Nottingham Forest.

On the 22nd, a game was played, and on the 23rd, there was only half a day of training, and the intensity was not very high. It is mainly focused on restoring physical fitness. After all, the schedule during this period is intensive, and there is little need and effect in training.

At the end of the day, Don walked around the training base, not for a walk, but to greet his colleagues who had been with him day and night, wishing them a Merry Christmas in advance, and then handing out greeting cards that he had paid for. This gift is not the same thing as the gift offered by the club. The club is a means used by the club to win people's hearts, and the greeting card in Done's hand is his own method to win people's hearts. He knew he was lacking in some areas. Without the help of these colleagues, he would not have been able to lead the team to where it is today, and he might have fired Evan halfway through. So on this Christmas Eve, he needs to thank his colleagues who have helped him.

Nottingham Forest are a united team, and that unity doesn't just come in the dressing room. It should also be reflected in the coaching staff and other staff.

Team Doctor, Physical Therapist, Youth Team Coach, Reserve Team Coach, Goalkeeper Coach, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Tactical Coach, Assistant Coach...... Even the workers who maintained the turf at the training ground and the security guards who guarded the gate received a greeting card from Don and a letter of thanks thanking them for their work and efforts over the past year. Thank them for helping themselves.

The outside world says that Tony Towne is a demon who does all kinds of evil, and can even betray his conscience for the sake of victory. To be honest, the Welford Mainlanders were initially surprised by these claims, and then dismissed. Because that Tony Towne in their eyes has nothing to do with the uncultured bastard......

After handing out all the greeting cards in his hand, he walked back to his office with Don, packed up and prepared to go home.

At the door, he saw George Wood, who had been waiting for a long time.

Don and Don weren't surprised that Wood was here, they both knew what Wood was looking for.

"Actually, you only need to make a phone call. George ......" walked over to him, and Don said to Wood next to him as he opened the door.

"I think it's more formal to say it in person. ”

Tang has been listening to such questions and answers for two years. And he thinks he'll continue to hear as long as he's still at this club, as long as George Wood and Tony Downe are still on the team.

"Okay, whatever you want. Donn shrugged and pushed the door in.

Wood followed the two inside. He stood still and said, "My mother invites you to go and have dinner together tomorrow night." ”

Don spun around. Walked around behind the desk and nodded to Wood, "Okay." Don and I will go to the ground when the time comes. ”

Just as the club intends to give out Christmas presents to everyone is a long-term tradition that the club intends to continue in the future, Don and Don go to Wood's house** for dinner one night before Christmas each year is also hopefully a long-standing "tradition" that everyone consciously or unconsciously ignores the reality of Wood's mother's poor health.

Wood turned to take his leave, and Don stopped him again: "Merry Christmas, George." ”

When Wood heard him say this, he was stunned for a moment and then said, "It's only the twenty-third day. ”

Don's eyes widened: "I can't greet you in advance!" ”

"Yes. Merry Christmas, sir. ”

Seeing the two of them like this, the corners of Tang's mouth, who was standing silently next to him, curled slightly.

The atmosphere of the training on the 24th was very relaxed, only some simple tactical drills were carried out, everyone on the training ground was in a good mood, and Don was also joking with the people around him, laughter and laughter, Christmas was coming soon......

During the holidays, everyone just wants to be happy, so let's save it for next year. Besides. There aren't many people in the Forest squad right now who would be annoyed.

After training in the morning, it's considered a holiday. Don and Don go to the bustling downtown business district to buy a gift for Sophia, and Don wants to buy a large chinchilla doll for Shania.

In the evening, two men rang the doorbell in front of George Wood's house on time.

It wasn't George Wood, it wasn't Sophia, it was ...... Billy Woods.

"Yo, Mr. Donn, Merry Christmas!" Look at the look on Donn's face. Uks laughed heartily. Next, he turned to Don, and the smile on his face diminished a lot, and became normal politeness. "Merry Christmas, Mr. Tang. ”

Don didn't go in, he frowned and asked, "Why are you here?" ”

The smile on Woods' face changed again: "Why can't I be here, as George's agent, busy for a year. It's normal for him to invite me over for a meal, right? ”

But at this time, there was indeed another reason in Don's mind - George Wood and Billy Woods were related by blood......

This old man!

"Merry Christmas, Mr. Witches. Hopefully you won't give me any trouble next year. Don stepped in with a straight face.

"I can't guarantee that, Mr. Donne. You know, I have to think about George's interests. You have your position, I have mine. Witch spread his hands.

In the past year, Woods has only signed three contracts to George Wood, but unlike those who endorse more than a dozen companies in one go. The three Woods endorse aren't casual characters — Gillette razors, Giorgio menswear and Pepsi. Counting Nike, which he signed the year before, George Wood now has only four commercial contracts on him. This is obviously different from what Woods told Don before he became Wood's agent, when Done thought Woods was going to drown George with various commercial contracts.

Now he could see that Woods had made a very detailed plan for George Wood, and with his taste and status, he would not sign any brand casually. The conditions under which he selects his sponsors can be called harsh. That's why Wood has only four commercial contracts until now.

Of course, this is something that Donn would like to see personally, so that Wood doesn't have to attend all kinds of business events as often. and neglecting their own work on the football field.

Walking in from the outside, Don saw Sophia coming out.

She was paler than the last time she saw her. When was the last time you came to see her? The end of last season.

"Merry Christmas, Mr. Donn. Merry Christmas, Mr. Tang! Sophia greeted warmly.

Don handed over the gifts he and Don had chosen for her: "Merry Christmas, ma'am." "He didn't give Woods a gift, firstly because he didn't expect Wools to come back, and even if he knew, he probably wouldn't have bought it.

Woolks didn't care. He walked in to help Wood set the table.

Don also immediately followed suit.

Suddenly. In the living room outside, there were only Don and Sophia, who were holding the gift and not opening it.

"Merry Christmas, Mr. Donne. Sophia greeted again. This time it was alone. She smiled at the man in front of her.

Don scratched his head, slightly embarrassed, but he responded with a smile, "Merry Christmas, ma'am." ”

"Are you okay?" He added.

"It's fine, just not too tired. Sophia nodded, and she added. "Thank you for your concern, Mr. Donn. ”

No one could find a topic to continue, although the three people in the dining room were busy, the two people in the living room were silent for a while.

Sophia was the first to come to her senses, and she looked away from the gift in her hand. "Is Shania alright?"

Don nodded: "Ah, it's okay...... That is, I have been busy with work lately. ”

Sophia smiled: "She is a world supermodel, of course she has to be busy at this time." But...... Christmas can only be spent alone, even if it is a world supermodel, I don't think Shania will think it is so good? ”

"yes, she kept saying that she couldn't eat turkey with everyone, which made her very unhappy. ”

There was silence again, and then Wood stepped out of it.

"Mom. He stood beside Sophia and looked at Don in front of him.

"Ah, it's time to eat. Mr. Donn, please come in. Sophia made a gesture of please.

Don let out a sigh of relief. Sophia went first, but George Wood stopped to wait for Donn.

"Is there anything going on, George?" Don noticed this.

Wood shook his head. He just looked at his manager and didn't have anything to say.

"I just forgot...... Merry Christmas, George. Don said it again to Wood.

"You said it yesterday. Wood was expressionless.

"Well, happy Christmas Eve. Don shrugged.

Then he didn't care what Wood looked at him, and walked straight into the dining room.

Aside from the little episodes before this, this dinner was still very happy. It was also the first time Don had dinner with Woods, and although they would inevitably quarrel at the table, everyone knew it was a joke.

It was an amazing experience for both parties.

Because Donn and Wooks are definitely on opposite sides, if it's the office now, they will definitely try their best to embarrass each other. But today is Christmas Eve, and everyone still has to be harmonious on the surface. Just as they clinked glasses together, Woods winked at Donn, sending a chill down his back.

After dinner, Don En pulled Don to leave in a hurry. "I don't want to spend too much time with this Wooks. That's the reason he said to Don.

But actually...... It was probably someone else who embarrassed him......

On the way home, Don received a call from Shania: "I'm in the U.S. now, but I've got the time right." You haven't slept yet, have you, Uncle Tony? ”

"Of course not. Don glanced at Don, who was narrating you, and then smiled. "How's it going in the United States?"

"Okay...... Met some people, met some people, and that's it. ”

If Don closed his eyes, he could see Shania shrugging next to him.

"It's a ...... of ordinary life"

"It's going to be busy after the New Year. "Shania's mood is not very high. "Ah, there's something to do. At last...... Happy Christmas Eve, Uncle Tony! ”

"Happy Christmas Eve, Shania. ”

Don hung up the phone and looked at Don next to him.

"This year, it's been a complete ......"