The day before the Champions League Final.
The rumors linking Gao Nuo with Real Madrid had died down, and Mbappé was now the focus of the summer transfer window.
Manchester United was content, having Gao Nuo reject all interviews and maintain his competitive form.
However, there are always some clowns in this world.
Former Chelsea player, Kennedy, publicly mocked Cristiano Ronaldo's interview comments.
“Cristiano Ronaldo’s evaluation of Gao Nuo makes me laugh.”
“One of my former favorite players, I don’t know what your intention is, has the Chinese commercial market blinded you?”
“Chinese football has always been a barren land. I don’t know what makes people think Gao Nuo is trustworthy?”
“In my opinion, he is a fraud, abandoning his French nationality to join an Asian team, achieving results in a low-level environment, and gaining fans’ applause this way?”
“Someone wants to refute me with his performance at Manchester United?”
“Look at Rashford’s performance in the last game, a hat-trick, and Gao Nuo? He only had a role in applauding from the side.”
“If it weren’t for China’s commercial value, I don’t believe Manchester United would give him so many playing opportunities.”
“This is a scam. Everyone is passing him the ball. Even if a monkey played as a striker, it could score goals.”
“Gao Nuo is a lucky monkey!”
Needless to say, Chinese fans exploded, and the Chinese Football Association’s comment section was instantly full.
National Football Team Can You Be Stronger: “Chinese fans send a warning, please the Chinese Football Association to resolve the battle!”
National Football Team Youngster: “Do not insult my idol!”
Manchester United Diehard 66: “This idiot is here again, it was this idiot in 2017!”
Galactic Battleship: “He’s blind, he can’t even compare to Gao Nuo’s little finger!”
Old Fan 123: “Clearly just trying to get attention, foreigners aren’t very smart!”
God Not Often Seen: “Brothers, wait for me, I’m going to hack this idiot’s social media right now!”
The Chinese Football Association really doesn’t have much influence. Regarding the comments of a player from a Spanish second-division team, they could only stop all possible cooperation.
However, Gao Nuo did not remain silent. After receiving the news, he didn't care about the club’s fine and immediately accepted an interview.
“Rumors with Real Madrid? To be honest, I haven’t paid much attention to these things. Since the start of this season, my main focus has always been on helping the team compete for the championship. Of course, I also thought about winning the Champions League.”
“Everything else is just noise and speculation. Obviously, I cannot control these, as they are inevitable. But I need to focus on playing for Manchester United and winning this final.”
“I am determined to do this for the club, for my family, and for the fans. This is my only goal, and I hope to make them all very happy. This is where my focus lies.”
“I think all of us have dreamed of this moment, especially considering the journey this season. We are just one game away from winning a trophy for Manchester United, which will put us in the history books.”
“I won’t think too much about transfer rumors. I am now going to play in the final. This is our dream, and the fans are also dreaming of this moment. We should stay focused, and achieving this dream depends on us.”
After answering the reporter’s questions about transfer rumors, Gao Nuo also responded to the idiotic remarks.
“A player who lacks respect for others, I think your comments are tarnishing the sport of football. I don’t know what your intention is, please put away your clownish face.”
“I cannot prove it to you personally, because we will never have the chance to play against each other in our lives. After all, given the level of the League you are in, it would be difficult for me to lower myself to compete with you.”
Gao Nuo’s response excited Chinese fans. His usual low-key demeanor made people forget that he was also a passionate young man.
Manchester United officially supported Gao Nuo immediately: “There should be no place for racism in football or in society. FIFA should fully support players in such situations.”
Star players from various sides followed suit.
Cristiano Ronaldo: “I don’t need supporters like Kennedy. He has no football spirit at all.”
Bruno Fernandes: “Such comments shock me. Racial discrimination should be strictly prohibited.”
Rashford: “Gao Nuo and I have a great relationship. I know he has the ability to establish himself in European football.”
Ibrahimović: “If someone said something like that to me, he should pray not to meet me on the field.”
Rooney: “Arrogant guy, he doesn’t deserve to comment on Gao Nuo at all.”
Vinicius: “This is intolerable. I hope Gao Nuo is not affected, and I look forward to meeting you on the field.”
Gao Nuo fell silent after making his response.
He wanted to cherish the final preparation time. His performance in the Champions League Final would be the most powerful rebuttal.
June 1, 2025, Munich Football Arena, Champions League Final, Manchester United VS Real Madrid.
At the pre-match press conference, Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti answered a series of questions.
“We are not unfamiliar with Manchester United. They also have a long history and countless honors.”
“But we are the same. Facing such a team, we will give our best performance.”
“Erik ten Hag has his talent. He is not the most successful coach of Manchester United, but he is leading Manchester United on the right path.”
“The discrimination controversy Gao Nuo is embroiled in is ridiculous. I don’t want to discuss this issue, just as Gao Nuo said, everyone would not lower themselves to contend with it.”
“We will talk about transfers in a couple of days. Now we need to go on the field and win the trophy.”
As Manchester United’s coach, Erik ten Hag had not publicly commented on the recent controversy. He took the opportunity to respond to all questions.
“Real Madrid is a strong opponent, but we are fearless. Manchester United’s journey in the Champions League has not been easy, but we have successfully completed our tasks every time. Reaching the final is not an achievement; we want to win the championship.”
“I thank Carlo Ancelotti and Real Madrid for their recognition of Gao Nuo. This is beyond doubt.”
“It is perfectly normal for a giant club to want to sign a striker who can influence football for the next 10 years. However, we will not sit idly by. After winning the championship, we will sit down and deal with this matter.”
“The discrimination against Gao Nuo only highlights Kennedy’s ignorance. No one knows Gao Nuo’s contribution to Manchester United better than I do. He is gradually becoming our attacking core.”
The press conference ended, and Manchester United’s locker room was making its final preparations.