Chapter 84: The Final March to Wembley
Tuesday, May 11 2010
After many days of intense training, the Crawley team was sharp and ready. The town was buzzing with hope after days of loud support. With just three days until the big match at Wembley, coach Niels planned a light training session on May 11 to keep the players fresh, followed by the trip to London on May 12.
Waiting for them was a powerful Chelsea side Ancelotti's tactics, Drogba's strength, and Terry's toughness. But Crawley had something just as strong: a town's love, a team full of determination.
On the morning of May 11, Crawley woke to soft sunlight and a fresh chill in the air. The Broadfield pitch sparkled with dew, like it knew something big was about to happen. The smell of fresh grass mixed with coffee from the training ground's canteen.
