Ronaldo looked decent enough, but he still wore the classic combination of a black suit and a white shirt.
It was a safe choice, to be sure, but it also looked incredibly pedestrian.
After all, a single glance revealed that nearly everyone was dressed the same.
This left Alan somewhat disappointed.
The red carpet procession was mostly over. The only surprise for him hadn't been the fashion, but the attendees.
Wenger and Ferguson, who hadn't even been nominated for Best Coach, had both shown up!
The British media had previously reported that they wouldn't be attending.
But contrary to all expectations, here they were.
This was, after all, the busiest part of the Premier League season.
'And they were willing to take time out of their schedules to be here?'
'Were they here to support their old friend Mourinho?'
'I never thought they were that close.'
Just as Alan's interest began to wane, another chauffeured car pulled up to the edge of the red carpet.
