Chapter 829 - 13: Arsenal’s Best! Wenger’s Victory! Two Award Speeches Full of Bonds!

Michel quickly realized the impropriety of this behavior, but his face showed no other expression, "Why don’t we applaud Ma’el before the meeting starts? He has been representing us and making us proud elsewhere."

The people below looked at each other, and ultimately someone raised their hands, "Clap... clap...!"

"Clap clap clap...!" The scattered applause soon became enthusiastic, Michel nodded with joy and raised his hands to clap again.

The female secretary looked at him and smiled knowingly. It seemed that his negative emotions had subsided significantly.

...

Monaco, Grimaldi Conference Center.

Ma’el had already returned to his seat, continuing to watch this awards ceremony, but his emotions lingered for a long time.

"The UEFA Best Chairman Award goes to Florentino of Real Madrid, congratulations.....!"

Not long after, the Best Chairman Award was officially announced, and Florentino, whom he met a few days ago, went on stage to receive the award, delivering his acceptance speech.

"Thanks to UEFA, and thanks to the hosts in Monaco, for me, this award is also of great significance.

"Real Madrid has just come out of a difficult period and is easily affected by public opinion, with many tumultuous events recently.

"But I want to say to all Real Madrid fans, I always believe it is the greatest club in the world and I strive to return to its former peak. I believe we will achieve this, my heart never changes!"

"..."

"Clap clap clap.....!"

Applause resounded, Ma’el also clapped for him. Winning this award was indeed undisputed, as he is currently and will be for over a decade, the most successful football club chairman.

It is because there are so many outstanding individuals in various professional fields that world football and clubs can continue to advance, and football becomes better.

Seeing this chairman, Ma’el also felt more honored for his own award, having won the best in their respective positions alongside Florentino, and this was certainly a special experience.

After the Best Chairman Award ceremony concluded, the only noteworthy award left was the Best Coach.

"Pep Guardiola!"

The pre-award video began to play on the large screen at the venue, with Guardiola appearing first as one of the three candidates.

Another small shot showed him at the venue, and it could be seen that he only had a slight smile on his face, not particularly expecting this award, knowing his chances of winning were slim.

In recent years, leading the Dream Three Barcelona, he was definitely the coach who stole the limelight in European Football.

But last year, his performance was not outstanding, only winning a few cup titles without any major achievements, and there was no breakthrough compared to the past.

This year’s Best Coach had two popular choices, one was Deschamps, who achieved his first major career success with the France team, and the other was Wenger, who enjoyed a second spring in his career.

Undoubtedly, both accomplished significant personal achievements last year, making them very competitive for the Best Coach.

"Arsene Wenger!"

"Didier Deschamps!!"

Soon, their names and videos appeared on the screen. Many in the audience turned their heads to look at them while also glancing at Ma’el, as these coaches were related to him.

Even these two occasionally smiled and glanced towards Ma’el, seemingly wanting to see whom he would support more.

This scene also highlighted Ma’el’s dominance in various competitions last year. Everyone knew that without him, these two certainly wouldn’t be sitting here.

"Who do you hope wins?" Isabella raised an eyebrow, looking at Ma’el and asked a challenging question.

"I think either one, anyone would be fine, I guess they both think alike."

Ma’el turned his head, looking at Wenger and Deschamps sitting nearby, hesitated a moment, then jokingly said to Isabella, "Ultimately, they will continue to work with me for a long time, and they’ll both have opportunities to win more."

"Huh?"

"It’s just that if Wenger wins, Deschamps might win during a World Cup year or the next European Cup. If Deschamps wins, Wenger might win next season."

"Haha... you’re so cocky," Isabella laughed while appearing not quite believing what she heard.

Ma’el laughed along and then withdrew his gaze, quietly waiting for the final result.

It wasn’t prolonged, as the football legend Cruyff took the stage with the Best Coach trophy, quickly announced the final recipient, "Arsene Wenger.....!!"

"Ohhh.....!"

"Clap clap clap.....!"

Cheers and applause instantly filled the hall, everyone held the utmost respect for this legendary coach winning his first mainstream continental Best Coach Award. To many, Wenger had long deserved this moment.

At the center of attention, Wenger slowly stood up, first walking to the side, deeply embracing Deschamps, who wore a congratulatory smile, and then paced towards the podium.

In the front row, Ma’el clapped vigorously, expressing his congratulations to Mr. Wenger.

In memory, even though many considered him excellent, he rarely appeared at similar award ceremonies, rarely winning the ultimate Best Coach, always hovering between 2nd-4th or 2nd-6th, much like the fate of Arsenal.

Fortunately, with last season’s 100-point championship, Double Crown, and this season’s Community Shield Cup, the old professor finally stood on the highest podium!