545 The Gatecrashers

Michael came back to watch the game, which improved Twain's lousy mood caused by Paul Gerrard's retirement. What could be more delightful than the return of a former friend?

Although Michael was only back to watch the game, it was enough.

A day later, he left Nottingham with the entire team. Sent off happily by the fans, they left the UK and flew to Athens.

With two days until the final game, they would have a simple training in Athens, and then everyone would have a half-day break. It had become Twain's habit to give the team half a day off to forget the game and relax before each major final game.