The situation was becoming increasingly unfavorable. With a goal in hand, Millwall could completely withdraw and defend their half of the field, and then they could make use of their brutal defense and home ground momentum to block the CIty team's counterattacks and maintain the score of 1:0 to the end.
Well, it didn't matter for Richard himself, as he had already given up on this match—it wasn't worth it.
He had already instructed Marina, Miss Heysen, Karren, and Sadie to meet and join the staffs and Players. He had also briefed Rouse, the kit manager, and relayed all necessary instructions to them.
Outside The Den, the roar of the fans and the commentators could still be heard, so there weren't many people around at the moment outside.
Once everyone had gathered, Richard scanned the room. "Is everyone ready?" he asked. "Where's Martin?"