In the second half, both teams switched sides and resumed play.
Wolves, being behind on the scoreboard, quickly launched a furious attack in the second half, which led to an increase in dangerous situations on their defensive line.
In the 54th minute of the match, as Henry prepared to receive a pass from Manchini on the right wing, Ayu stepped in first to assist in defending the flank and intercepted the ball, after which Cambridge United initiated a counter-attack.
May advanced through the center, stopping the ball about forty yards from the goal. He looked ahead, and Grenier was making a diagonal run into the right side of the penalty area, which seemed like a viable passing option, but Wolves' defenders quickly moved to close down the space on Grenier's forward run.
May delivered a diagonal pass, but it wasn't to the right side of the penalty area; instead, it was to the open space on the left side!
Mahrez rounded Kelly and sprinted to the goal line inside the penalty area. Just as the ball was about to roll out of bounds, he directly chipped the ball with his left foot towards the center of the goal.
Hahnemann was just about to gather the ball into his arms in front of the goal, but unexpectedly, Vardy, who had made a diagonal run in front of him, practically kicked the ball into the net with a stomping motion!
Right in front of Hahnemann!
He had already made the motion to embrace the ball, but the ball did not fly into his arms; instead, it was behind him, in Wolves' goal!
Vardy excitedly ran to hug Mahrez, thanking him for his assist!
"May's through ball shattered Wolves' defense; that was truly a textbook through ball, followed by Mahrez's cross assisting Vardy's tap-in! Wolves' defense is too unreliable; so far this season, Wolves have conceded the most goals among all Premier League teams!
With such defensive performance, it would be an injustice if they didn't get relegated!
They probably won't get any points from this match either.
After celebrating Vardy's goal, Cambridge United fans in the Park Stadium stands began to gloat, repeatedly chanting, "La la la, Wolves are getting relegated! La la la, Wolves, see you never!"
Although some Wolves players on the field were still full of fighting spirit, quite a few players had already completely lost their will to fight.
They had only managed to get 3 points in the past three matches, and continuous tough opponents had left them with little morale. Upon arriving at Park Stadium, their morale was completely shattered again after 60 minutes of play!
Cambridge United, meanwhile, steadily controlled the pace of the match, constantly creating attacking opportunities to assault Wolves' goal.
Although Mahrez was in good form today, he was a bit unlucky. He missed several good shooting opportunities in the second half, but he did rack up some impressive stats in terms of breakthroughs.
In the 69th minute of the match, another shot from Mahrez deflected off Wolves defender Zoubar and went out for a goal kick.
Feeling a bit helpless, he prepared to contest a header inside the box, but Ayu's corner kick flew over his head. He turned to look, and at the back post, Vida overpowered Halford to score with a header!
The ball flew straight into the near post; the distance was too close, and Hahnemann had no time to save it!
Vida roared in celebration of his first Premier League goal!
Huang Hao also clenched his right fist and vigorously waved it twice on the sidelines.
Victory secured!
After the 70th minute of the match, with Cambridge United having a great three-goal lead, Huang Hao made substitutions, allowing some key players to rest.
Wolves did not make a do-or-die effort to trouble Cambridge United, and the match ultimately ended 3-0.
Amidst the fans' mocking chants about Wolves' impending relegation, Huang Hao did not shake hands with McCarthy after the match and walked directly into the players' tunnel.
In the post-match interview, he spoke about the red card in the match.
"In the last two matches, Cambridge United players have received red cards, almost in the same manner, but I want to say that the root causes are not the same. I criticized Ayu's performance after the red card at Fratton Park Stadium; it was indeed unprofessional of him.
Today's O'Connor is the same; they were provoked. Perhaps it's because Cambridge United is perceived as an unknown entity by the outside world, only allowed to be bullied, and not allowed to make strong counterattacks. Once we do that, they can't stand it!"
Brian Horton's expression was strange when he heard Huang Hao's words.
Bullying?
Is it that serious?
Who is bullying whom, exactly?
He then asked, "According to the latest news, Chelsea lost at home to Manchester City, and Manchester United defeated West Ham United at home. What are your thoughts after hearing this news?"
Huang Hao shrugged and said, "Everything is as expected. Now the title race is between Chelsea and Manchester United. Today you win, tomorrow he wins. There are still ten rounds left in the League, and neither side has room for error, but I still firmly believe Chelsea will win the final championship."
For the last question, Brian Horton asked about Wolves' prospects.
Huang Hao said indifferently, "I don't care about Wolves' future."
After speaking, he waved goodbye to Brian Horton.
Upon returning to the locker room, Huang Hao held a brief summary meeting.
He affirmed the players' fighting spirit and fearless courage shown in the match.
However, he also subtly reminded the players to always remain calm during the match.
Never be provoked by opponents.
To put it simply, it's not worth it.
Just like O'Connor's situation today, if he hadn't tangled with Stellman, Stellman's behind-the-back attack on him would have led to him being sent off with a red card.
As a result, O'Connor and Stellman ended up staging a farce of slapping each other.
Before leaving, Huang Hao had a private conversation with O'Connor. He did not criticize O'Connor; the master and apprentice sat in a corner of the locker room, and it felt more like a heart-to-heart exchange.
"Not injured, are you?" Huang Hao asked first.
O'Connor grinned and said, "It's nothing, I guess he's the one who's worse off."
"Hmm, well done. If it were me, I wouldn't hold back either. Anyway, it was off the field, no one else saw it, and he wouldn't dare publicize getting beaten up, how embarrassing would that be?"
"Hahaha, I've seen how the boss beats people up."
Huang Hao smiled, then heard O'Connor's apology.
"Boss, I'm sorry. Although we won the match, I know my actions will make the club the focus of public criticism. Those Fleet Street media who wish for our failure will certainly not miss this opportunity. They will use malicious words to attack the club. I am very sorry for the negative impact and pressure my individual actions have brought upon the entire team."
Huang Hao shook his head slightly and smiled, "It's nothing, we're used to it. Let them write whatever they want in the newspapers, and say whatever they want on their shows. We're not doing this to prove anything to them, nor to shut them up. We're going to win for ourselves and the team, and also..."
O'Connor turned to look at Huang Hao and asked, "Also what?"
Huang Hao looked at him and smiled playfully, "Also to slap them in the face!"
O'Connor burst out laughing.
Other players in the locker room, seeing Huang Hao and O'Connor, were curious about what they were talking about.
When Huang Hao drove home, George Ince had just prepared a sumptuous dinner.
He had just returned to Cambridge that afternoon and was helping to set up dinner.
Seeing Huang Hao return, Lin Kexin smiled and said, "You're back just in time, dinner will be ready soon."
Huang Hao, while taking off his suit, asked, "Was the hospital busy today?"
Lin Kexin nodded and said, "It was very busy today, patients came one after another, I didn't even have time to watch the live broadcast. By the time I was free, the match was almost over. I came home and saw the news, Cambridge United caused some controversy in the match again today."
Huang Hao smiled wryly, "There's nothing we can do, perhaps this is what happens when someone becomes popular, everyone looks at them askance."
He walked to wash his hands and then sat at the head of the dining table. After Lin Kexin sat down, she said to George Ince, "George, please sit down and eat with us too."
Ince shook his head and said, "Thank you for the kind offer, but unless it's a holiday, I generally do not dine with my employers."
He was there to serve, like a waiter in a high-end restaurant.
After he finished speaking, he walked to turn on the television in the living room, switched it to the sports channel, and kept the volume moderate so that Huang Hao in the dining room could hear it.
This was Huang Hao's habit when he ate lunch and dinner at home.
Lin Kexin smiled knowingly at this and said to Huang Hao, "He understands you even better than I do."
Huang Hao looked at George Ince and said in a relaxed tone, "George is indeed understanding. If he were a beautiful woman, I would definitely pursue him."
Lin Kexin shook her head and said, "Then I really wouldn't stand a chance."
After dinner, Lin Kexin sat on the sofa with Huang Hao watching TV. George Ince, after tidying everything up, left work early today to let Huang Hao and Lin Kexin enjoy their time together.
Huang Hao was mainly watching news reports about the current Premier League matches on TV, as he hadn't heard any news about them during dinner.
In the early match, Chelsea lost to Manchester City 2-4.
Meanwhile, Manchester United, thanks to a goal from Rooney, defeated West Ham United, who were at the bottom of the League table, 3-0, reclaiming first place.
He turned off the TV and went upstairs with Lin Kexin. He was gradually growing fond of this rhythm of life with Lin Kexin.
After a period of separation, it was possible to maintain freshness and passion between a man and a woman!
That night, spring was in full bloom.
After 28 rounds of the Premier League, the top four teams saw changes in their rankings.
Manchester United was now at the top of the table, with a high score of 66 points.
Second place in the League table belonged to Chelsea, with 65 points.
Arsenal moved into third place, surpassing Tottenham, and now had 60 points.
Tottenham dropped to fourth place with 57 points, but they were only 4 points behind fifth-placed Cambridge United and sixth-placed Manchester City.
In the morning, Huang Hao, like every holiday, lay sprawled on the bed, unwilling to get up.
After preparing breakfast, the considerate Chen Kexin did not disturb the soundly sleeping Huang Hao. After quietly closing the door, she walked to Norwich Park Hospital to begin her new day's work.
As soon as Chen Kexin closed the door, Huang Hao, who had been snoring loudly in bed a second ago, scrambled up!
Hiding by the window, he watched Chen Kexin leave for work, then rushed to the bathroom, washed up as quickly as possible, grabbed a slice of bread, and ran out.
An hour later, Huang Hao appeared next to Hyde Park in central London.
Three years ago, on Christmas, Huang Hao captured Chen Kexin's heart right here, and with Sven-Göran Eriksson's divine assist, Chen Kexin successfully became Huang Hao's girlfriend.
However, Huang Hao had no intention of reminiscing here today. His target was Harrods department store on Knightsbridge nearby. This was also the most famous department store in London, and even in the United Kingdom.
As the largest department store in the world today, on par with Macy's in New York, Harrods department store was as large as two and a half football fields.
Even though it was only ten o'clock in the morning, Harrods, which had just begun its new day of business, was already bustling with crowds.
And Huang Hao was among them. Although it wasn't Huang Hao's first time here, he was still dizzy from the dazzling array of goods and shops of all sizes. After much effort, he finally made it to the jewelry section, only to see rows of shops with various names.
Huang Hao sighed, feeling that this was much harder than organizing 11 people to play a match!
After quickly surveying the shops, Huang Hao seemed quite pleased with the decor of one of them and walked straight towards it.
This jewelry store, which Huang Hao found very appealing, exuded an extraordinary elegance and the stately grandeur of a hidden luxury mansion.
With its elegant, soft taupe and light gray main colors, it looked somewhat unique compared to the gleaming golden storefronts around it.
Bronze-carved lacquered elegant furniture, magnificent custom-made crystal chandeliers, and hand-woven silk wall coverings—the ingenious and detailed design filled the space with a rich, classical, and luxurious atmosphere.
Although Huang Hao, this bumpkin, didn't understand any of it, the visual comfort it brought, along with Li Jianqin's constant indoctrination, made him, a believer in intuition, walk in without hesitation.
In front of the glittering counters stood several tall beauties. They were all uniformly dressed in black professional attire, wearing white gloves, and every gesture exuded a professional demeanor.
"Hello, sir, it's a pleasure to serve you. How May I assist you?"
Seeing Huang Hao approach, a girl with an East Asian face asked him with a standard, polite smile.
Huang Hao looked at the girl who spoke, surprised to find that behind that sweet voice was an East Asian girl.
"Chinese?"
Huang Hao asked tentatively.
"That's right, sir. How can I help you?"
Seeing that the girl was indeed a compatriot, Huang Hao nodded with satisfaction.
Having lived in the United Kingdom for many years, his English was no longer an issue, but for some needs, he always felt that expressing himself in his native language would be clearer.
Therefore, encountering a Chinese-speaking sales assistant here obviously met his requirements perfectly.
"Uh, I'm going to, I want to buy a ring."
"Alright, sir, are you looking for a pair of rings or an engagement ring?"
Hearing this question, Huang Hao was dumbfounded. Good heavens! Rings were classified like this?
"Um, if the proposal is successful, then this ring can't be worn anymore?"
Huang Hao's imaginative question made the sales assistant giggle. This time, her smile was clearly more charming than the professional smile she had given when he entered.
"Sir, you're so humorous~ As long as your wife is willing, she can wear this ring indefinitely."
It had to be said that this girl seemed to be a natural sales expert. Even though she knew Huang Hao hadn't proposed yet, she directly referred to his girlfriend as his wife, which naturally won Huang Hao's favor immediately.
"That sounds more cost-effective then."
As he spoke, Huang Hao glanced at the girl again, and unexpectedly noticed that her name tag read "Annie."
"Your name is Annie?"
Huang Hao looked at the somewhat student-like girl in front of him and continued to ask.
Perhaps because Huang Hao was also Chinese, the girl showed no sign of impatience.
"Yes, my name is Li An'an, so my English name is Annie."
"Alright, let's get down to business. How much does the cheapest ring here cost?"
When An'an heard Huang Hao's question, she felt that her previous praise had been somewhat hasty.
As a girl, she naturally believed that proposing was the most romantic and sacred thing in the world. But Huang Hao opened his mouth and asked how much the cheapest ring here cost, which instantly lowered her impression of the man in front of her.
Although Huang Hao was already the owner of a club valued at over a hundred million pounds, most of the time he preferred to wear the team's sportswear. So, from any angle, it was impossible to tell that he had tens of millions of pounds in assets behind him.
In Li Jianqin's words, there was no difference between Huang Hao having assets over a hundred million and having only one pound in his pocket! He truly remained true to his original aspirations!
Although Li Jianqin's words were not a compliment, Huang Hao never cared about such things. After all, the honor and pride Cambridge United brought him were far more fulfilling than simply counting how much money he had earned every day.
An'an tidied up her disappointed emotions and patiently introduced to Huang Hao:
"Sir, you can take a look at this one. This is our most cost-effective diamond ring, 0.5 carats, and it only costs ten thousand pounds."
"10,000 pounds?! That's still cheap!"
Huang Hao seemed determined to tease his compatriot, deliberately exclaiming in surprise.
The sudden increase in volume also attracted the attention of other sales assistants. As sales assistants in a high-end luxury store, they had all undergone rigorous training and naturally wouldn't openly mock Qiao Zhuoyan, but their gazes carried a hint of mockery.
The stares from her colleagues made An'an, who was still an intern, even more flustered.
"Uh, sir, after all, our brand is Harry Winston, the best diamond ring brand in the world. Your wife deserves to own it."
When she said this, An'an had already decided to give up on Huang Hao.
Despite working in top-tier luxury sales, An'an, as an intern, didn't have a very high income. More often, she relied on commissions from successful diamond ring sales to cover her expenses and academic costs in London.
Clearly, this deal with Huang Hao seemed to be a lost cause.