On the evening of August 31, the entrance of the Monaco Grimaldi Conference Center was bustling with guests, with vehicles coming and going, and occasionally football legends walking into the center along the red carpet.
"Ka ka ka...!" The sound of cameras kept ringing, at least a hundred reporters appeared on both sides of the red carpet, either shooting or recording the entrance of important figures.
On major TV stations like Sky Sports, the anticipation for this year's UEFA award ceremony had already begun.
"Alright, let's focus our eyes on the rocky nation, the Principality of Monaco!
"The UEFA award ceremony for the 11-12 season is about to begin, followed by the draw ceremony for the 32 teams of the 12-13 Champions League season!"
The broadcast switched to a drone shot from above, overlooking a glass-building shimmering with colorful lights amidst a serene blue sea.
"That is the Grimaldi Conference Center, today it is set to welcome the best UEFA player of 12!
