Chapter 374 A tit-for-tat stalemate
The most exciting contest since the start of the Premier League this season, there is nothing wrong with that sentence.
If you just look at the process of that game, many people may question it.
After all, teams such as Liverpool and Arsenal also played well.
But combined with the public opinion war before the game, the atmosphere exaggerated by the media, and the grievances between different players on the court, this game was definitely the most exciting and the most anticipated.
And now, the trend of the game is also extremely exciting.
After playing for less than 30 minutes, the score was 1-1.
The score was not eye-catching, but the contest between the two sides was definitely exciting.
The offensive and defensive rhythm of both sides was very fast, and the wonderful defense, passing, passing and shooting continued, which made the fans very enjoyable to watch.
In the live broadcast room, Carragher watched the live information of the game.
"The ratings for that game have reached their peak in recent seasons.
"Does it really win the Premier League? It's good.
“If a few more giant teams collide, we can reach that level.
"Then the Premier League broadcast fees will continue to rise!"
Alan Shearer also nodded.
"That's right, regardless of the pre-match public opinion and atmosphere of that game,
“Despite the pace of the game, it was very exciting.
"Before the game, some people were worried that Mourinho would set up a bus.
"But look at it now, Manchester United's offense is still very sharp.
"Muslim United does not pursue the number of attacks, they pursue offensive efficiency."
Alan Shearer is right what he said.
In that game, Mourinho insisted on asking his players to defend and then seize offensive opportunities.
For example, in the half, although Manchester United's number of attacks and shots were significantly smaller than Manchester City's,
But they were still evenly matched with Manchester City and scored first.
That would be rare.
It was already the 40th minute of the game and the half was about to end.
But at that time, both sides did not slack off, but the attacking rhythm increased again!
Manchester City's continuous passing is still handed over to Aguero.
Smalling made no mistake that time. He took a shot early, knocked Aguero away, and stole the ball.
Aguero fell to the ground and raised his legs in the air to protest to the referee!
Did he commit a foul?
Is that a penalty kick?
But the referee ignored it and signaled the game to continue!
good chance!
Smalling passed the ball forward and the ball was handed to Herrera's feet!
Herrera gets the ball, Fernandinho is here!
Pull the ball, smash the ball, suddenly accelerate!
Herrera passed the wrong leg!
Pass the ball diagonally far away!
Mkhitaryan quick follow up!
Pass the ball into the penalty area!
Ibrahimovic catches the ball and shoots!
The ball was punched out by Bravo!
The Manchester City goalkeeper did a great job that time!
There is no end to this!
The ball landed outside the penalty area!
Take the left road!
Right back Sagna sprints quickly to catch the ball!
Can the huge collision push him away?
No summer trip!
He has already thrust forward quickly!
Squeezing Sagna away, he got the ball!
At this time, there was a roar in front of Manchester City!
Midfielder Fernandinho quickly retreats!
Central defender Otamendi is also here!
Two people on guard!
Facing the wrong impact, Xia Xing decisively cuts outside and dribbles the ball!
Fernandinho and Otamendi stay close to each other and continue to suppress!
The two of them thought to themselves, no matter how strong I am, I can't survive the two of them attacking me from the front and back!
Bu Nao, Xia Xing didn't intend to overtake anyone that time!
He pulls the ball to the center and cuts outside, otherwise he will create opportunities for his teammates!
At this time, his ankle shook!
The ball quickly went to the left wing!
Rooney successfully countered offside!
Rooney, who was just in the middle, has already wandered to the left!
Successfully countered offside and caught the ball!
Facing the wrong goal, shot from a small angle!
"The ball went in!
“Wonderful collaboration!
"Manchester United once again played a top-notch fast break!
“Isn’t that a classic M’s counterattack routine?
"Smolin successfully intercepted the ball and launched a counterattack from the backcourt!
"Herrera picked the ball decisively and passed it diagonally to Mkhitaryan!
"Mkhitaryan gave it to Ibrahimovic. Although Ibrahimovic's shot was saved, he still grabbed the second point!
“And his cut out to the center also completely disrupted the rhythm of the wrong leg!
"Rooney's smart movement reflects his world-class striker consciousness!
"After successfully countering offside, he decisively kicked and volleyed into the near corner!
“The shot was very crisp and the ball hit the net!
"2 to 1!
"Manchester United scored another goal and they took the lead again!
"The Red Devils are really energetic tomorrow!"
On the sidelines of the pitch, the Manchester United captain jumped up in excitement!
Wave your fists and enjoy the joy of scoring goals!
Every time he scores Manchester City's goal, he is extremely happy!
So happy!
The nearest Ibrahimovic rushed over and hugged Rooney tightly!
Other teammates also ran over and formed a group.
Bu Naolunni grabbed Xia Xing who was outside the crowd.
"Xia! My pass is great!"
"Captain, my shot is awesome!"
"Hahahaha! Does he really like that boy of mine more and more!"
Manchester United players huddled together and Manchester City players were a little depressed.
That game was a little different from what I imagined.
Guardiola said before the game that Manchester United's defense is average and can definitely penetrate it.
But I didn’t expect that wrong leg to be so difficult to deal with...
After the restart, Manchester City also played a little frustrated.
In the first few minutes of the game, they obviously lost their energy and ended up 1-2 at halftime.
With a one-goal lead, the Manchester United players returned to the locker room excitedly.
As soon as Bu Nao returned to the locker room, Mourinho was waiting for them with a livid face.
"Boys, we played well in the half, especially the coordination in the midfield and frontcourt, which was very good.
"But he must remind us that our wing defense is not good!
"Although I defended Sterling and Nolito and did not allow them to score,
“But it’s not impossible to prevent their crosses.
"Especially Sterling, he is too active on the right wing, which is absolutely impossible.
"Ashley Young, I have to beg him to death,
"Even if you lose the opportunity to attack, don't give him a chance!
"Xia in front of me, he didn't want him to retreat too far.
"He hopes he can play offensively.
"So in the eastern half of the game, I have to go all out to defend!"
Mourinho's words were so serious that Ashley Young was a little confused.
He defended very well in the half court. Why do you say that about him?
I even felt a little dissatisfied in my heart.
But after all, in the locker room, meeting the wrong head coach, there was no argument.
"Okay, BOSS."
Ashley Young promised to come.
When he returned to the court in the east half, he didn't pay much attention to it.
Isn't it just a rejection of Sterling? That's it. The state of that game was average.
But Fu didn't expect that as soon as the eastern half started, he suffered a heavy blow!
Manchester City's midfielder passed the ball suddenly!
No direct pass from De Bruyne!
Hit the gap between Ashley Young and Bailly!
At this time, Sterling quickly moved forward, bypassed Ashley Young, and received the ball!
That was something Ashley Young didn’t expect!
He was well prepared for Sterling to go wide, but unexpectedly he rushed directly into the penalty area!
Ashley Young has lost his position!
Bailly quickly grabbed the ball, but Sterling took the first kick!
Low shot near the post!
The ball hit the net!
2 to 2!
(End of chapter)
This chapter has been completed!