Manchester United will face the Romanian Galati Steelers in the fourth round of the Champions League group stage at Old Trafford. Manchester United is currently ranked second in the group with 5 points and faces a team that they defeated 2-0 away from home in the last round.
Opponent, Ancelotti's team cannot afford to lose.
In an interview with Manchester United's official website, Anshuai said: "We must win on Wednesday, there is no doubt about it. I hope the team wins so that we can get 8 points. I don't think there will be too many changes in the main lineup, maybe a rotation of two
Three people, but never too many.”
According to the "Daily Mail", Mata and Smalling are on a truce due to injuries, and young player Cleverley, who just returned over the weekend, has ankle discomfort and will also miss this game. The right back, who was sidelined due to shoulder surgery in August,
Although Rafael has participated in the team's joint training, his physical condition has not met the requirements of the game and he will not play. In view of the current situation of the team's injured players, Ferguson is likely to make fine adjustments to the lineup.
Ancelotti also predicted the qualifying situation of this group. He said: "I think Benfica will beat Basel again at home. Basel coach Fink left the team and went to Hamburg. This is a huge blow to them.
The team is currently demoralized. If both we and Benfica can win this round, then when we face Benfica at home, we can take our destiny into our own hands and decide who will top the group."
For Manchester United, the team must appear first in the group in order to avoid encountering strong teams such as Real Madrid, Inter Milan, and Bayern in the knockout round. Ancelotti also thinks so, "It is better to be first in the group than second."
Well, we have to beat Galati Steel at home to have a chance to compete for the top spot in the group."
In the last round of the Champions League, which defeated Galati Steel 2-0 away from home, substitute goalkeeper Lindegaard unexpectedly replaced De Gea in the starting lineup and kept a clean sheet. The Dane has played 3 games for Manchester United this season and his performance
Remarkable.
Lindegaard joined Manchester United from the Norwegian team Alesund in November last year. It has been a full year now. Lindegaard said that he is enjoying life at Manchester United.
In an interview with Manchester United's official website, Lindegaard said: "Playing for Manchester United is the highest honor and I am very happy to be part of the team. I have always been a Manchester United fan and joining Manchester United is like a dream come true. I enjoy it very much."
Every day at Manchester United. From a small club to Manchester United.
Big clubs are a challenge for me, and I have to learn anytime and anywhere to gain experience. Although the first few months were not easy, I now feel that I can improve in all aspects every second at Manchester United.
It was a great year and I can look back on it with pride and joy."
Midfielder Park Ji-sung, who performed well against Everton, also believes that the team has emerged from the shadow of the derby defeat. Park Ji-sung said in an interview with the Daily Mail: "Getting rid of the derby defeat
The haze is very important to us. In the history of Manchester United, there have been many precedents of coming from behind. The head coach requires us to maintain confidence at all times, and the players must treat every game with the courage and determination to win."[
After the game against Everton, Manchester United will also usher in the best November schedule in history, which includes 5 home games and 1 away game. The team can fully rely on the strength of the home court to wait for work and regain its form. Park Ji-sung also expressed his appreciation for the team's
Expressing optimism in the future, "We must improve in every next game and hope the team can continue to maintain a good momentum."
Park Ji-sung hoped that the team could get back on track, but the fans' mood was not so easy to recover. After a disastrous home defeat to Manchester City, the painful Manchester United fans turned their anger to the team owners, the American Glazer brothers, and they besieged the ball.
The team owner even smashed Glazer's car angrily and continued to curse, making the situation uncontrollable.
Afterwards, Glazer did not say much to defend himself. However, surprisingly, Arsenal boss Stan Kroenke stepped forward to defend Glazer. He believed that fans should not complain too much about the Glazer brothers.
He said in an interview with The Sun: "The Glazer family won trophies and also significantly increased the team's profits. If I were a Manchester United fan, I would be amazed by the achievements of the team owners. They can't do more.
alright!"
Back on track! With 4 goals against Romanian Galati Steel in two rounds, Manchester United finally defeated Benfica with a goal difference and won the top spot in the group standings. The two consecutive draws at the beginning of the Champions League once made Ferguson
The team once fell into people's doubts
Amidst the doubts, fortunately, a timely "appetizer" allowed the English giants to show their "devil's fangs" again. As a right back in this game, Phil Jones, who has played 10 consecutive times for Manchester United, used perfect
His performance tore his opponents into pieces.
The young English player, who was eager to win, launched an offensive and defensive rhythm throughout the game like a tiger pouncing on prey: In the 8th minute, Phil Jones assisted from the right side of the frontcourt and passed the entire opponent's defense with a precise cross.
Irving's feint from the front created conditions for Valencia, who was ambushing in the back, and the latter shot home. In the 15th minute, Jones tried to advance from the right, but unfortunately Li Yu's pass flew out of the baseline.
In the 24th minute, Li Yuzhong got the ball and passed it to Jones in front. The latter used a light pick to pass the opponent's defender and then passed the ball, but the ball was confiscated by the goalkeeper; in the 61st minute, after the Galati Steel Team completed its defense
Preparing for a quick counterattack, Manchester United's No. 4, who firmly held his position at the arc of the center circle, fought tenaciously and successfully held off his opponent.
In the 63rd minute, Phil Jones made a precise pass from the right, and Little Pea headed the ball high. More than 70,000 fans in the audience applauded wildly for Jones; in the 77th minute, the Romanian team wanted to cooperate from the left, but Jones again
To resolve the danger - he ran to the defensive area at high speed, had the advantage in speed, got in position in advance to protect the ball and caused the opponent to foul.
After the game, "Sky Sports" reported that Phil Jones, who had constant highlights and contributed an assist, scored a team-high 7 points.
Data from opt shows that Jones had one shot blocked and two threatening passes in this game. He also made 5 crosses, 3 of which were effective, the most in the team. On the defensive end, he completed
What's even more impressive is that the English defender ran a distance of 10,027 meters in this game, which is comparable to the midfielder. This shows his huge contribution to the team - not only his powerful on-field performance,
It also conveys a "Red Devil spirit" of tenacity and hard work.
Ferguson spent a high price to buy Phil Jones this season, and his successor Carlo Ancelotti also gave many opportunities to young people. Facts have proved that Jones is indeed the most exciting super star of Manchester United and even European football.
Excellent physical fitness, good offensive and defensive awareness, delicate skills with his feet, and the courage to fight... He has all the conditions needed for a top defender.
Jones' teammate, youngster Smalling, also from England, once told the media: "His (Jones) style of play is very direct, he has strong heading ability and good ball control skills. Even in training, he
He can always give beautiful passes, this is his talent." Indeed, Jones' performance on the field definitely proved what Smalling said was true: In the 79th minute, Phil Jones was preparing to make a clearance in the penalty area, and Gallas
Ci Steel
Team player Jurjiu flew over to compete for a header, and the two collided heavily. However, what was unexpected was that the Manchester United right-back who was knocked down from behind immediately stood up as if nothing happened. And the one who took the initiative to collide
The Romanian didn't feel so good: he fell to the ground in pain and did not recover until the team doctor arrived and asked him to receive treatment. Phil Jones's terrifying physical fitness is evident from this.
Excellent both offensively and defensively, with a mature mentality. Now only 19 years old, Jones can be described as "young and mature", exuding the style of an irrepressible general.
This year's strong contender for the "European Golden Boy Award" allows people to see in him the shadow of the former "golden combination" of Beckham and Gary Neville on the wing: domineering on the right, and also
There is a precise pass like a "full moon scimitar".
Such strength beyond his age is also thanks to Ferguson's discerning eye and Carlo Ancelotti's help in quickly integrating the young man into the team.[
Jones once revealed some transfer details to the media: "I received a call from Ferguson and he invited me to join Manchester United. We talked for more than an hour. No matter who you ask, they will say that if Manchester United knocks on your door, you will
I couldn't refuse, even though I've been a Blackburn fan since I was a kid. Signing for Manchester United made me feel numb all over. When you play for the biggest club in the world like Manchester United, you have to prove yourself. At first, I was very quiet in the dressing room.
After getting to know my teammates, I will also tell some jokes."
Of course, Ferguson, who personally brought this future star to the Theater of Dreams, also had this to say: "Two years ago, Phil Jones represented the Blackburn youth team and defeated the Manchester United youth team 3-0. His performance in the game was very outstanding. I think
I called Allardyce and he said that Phil Jones was the best young player he had ever seen. Since then, I have been paying attention to him until I signed him." It seems that he has always attached great importance to cultivating young talents.
Sir, this time it was also "premeditated".
After all, a peerless talent like Phil Jones may only be rivaled by the late Duncan Edwards.
Since Scholes retired, Manchester United's midfielder has been lacking a master figure. Ancelotti tried to solve the problem through signings, and this is how Mata's arrival came about.
However, Anshuai did not forget to tap the potential of the home team and did not choose to introduce Sneijder, who was highly praised by public opinion. However, in the derby match with Manchester City, Manchester United's midfielder failed miserably against his opponents. The offense lacked inspiration and the defense was not good.
Hardness. There is still some time before the start of winter transfers. What is Ancelotti’s clever plan to solve the problem of weak midfielders? The answer is Li Yu!
After playing as a central midfielder in the last round of the Premier League against Everton, Li Yu continued to appear in the middle of the midfield to partner with Giggs in the key match against Galati Steel in this round of the Champions League group stage. In this game, St.
Coles also appeared in the stands to pay attention to Manchester United's performance. In front of his seniors, Li Yu paid tribute to his seniors with a master-level performance. At the same time, he also told Ancelotti that he was ready to succeed Scholes.
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In the 8th minute of the game, Li Yu made a long pass from the backcourt and directly found Berbatov on the right. The latter passed the ball to Phil Jones, who crossed in. Manchester United's No. 4 made a pass from the right and assisted Valencia to give Manchester United the lead.
In the 14th minute, Li Yu passed the ball from the center line to the right side, but unfortunately the force was slightly stronger; in the 21st minute, Li Yu got the ball with his back in front of the penalty area and passed it to the right, creating a breakthrough opportunity for Phil Jones; in the 28th minute
, it was Manchester United's No. 9 who used a ecstasy near the center circle again.
The long pass directly found Valencia, who cooperated with Phil Jones, and Jones's pass was blocked; in the 41st minute, Li Yu and Hernandez played a wall-hitting cooperation, and Li Yu passed the ball directly without stopping.
To Xiao Wandou, but unfortunately the latter failed to pass the ball in the penalty area.
In the first half, Manchester United's No. 9 could be seen everywhere, and Li Yu's long passes became increasingly mature.
Before the start of the second half, the broadcast camera captured the exchange between Li Yu and Giggs.
Perhaps at the instruction of Giggs, Li Yu moved forward in the second half, and Li Yu took up the position of attacking midfielder. In addition to linking the team's offense, he also had to take care of the defense in the middle.
In the 50th minute, Giggs made a pass error in the backcourt and caused a dangerous situation. Fortunately, Li Yu fell to the ground in front of the penalty area and made a tackle to resolve the danger. In the 51st minute, Xiao Wandou stole the ball in the frontcourt and handed it to Li Yu, who passed the ball through his crotch.
It was passed to Xiao Wandou, but unfortunately the latter turned around and shot too straight in front of the penalty area.
In the 67th minute, Li Yu made a wonderful long pass in the backcourt and directly found Hernandez near the penalty area. Unfortunately, the Mexican was stuck by his opponent and lost an excellent shooting opportunity; in the 86th minute, Xian
Li Yu, who had a chance to shoot, shot a long shot from the penalty area, and the ball hit the opponent's defender and refracted into the net. After scoring, Li Yu did not celebrate or even smile. His face was full of exhaustion, and he just gasped for air.
How can Li Yu not be moved by the fact that the team is trying its best?
According to post-match opt data, Li Yu shot 3 times, 2 times on target, and scored 1 goal; contributed 2 threatening passes, and also made many wonderful long passes; 2 one-on-one times, 1 successful; defense
He made 2 tackles and 1 clearance. In this game, Li Yu ran a distance of 13,644 meters, a number that even a top midfielder would be ashamed of.
According to Sky Sports' post-match ratings, Li Yu also scored 7 points, tied for the highest score in the game. Manchester United's official website commented on Li Yu: "Li Yu played the role of 'quarterback' on the court.
He connected the team's offense and defense, ensured the ball moved smoothly, played freely in the midfield and scored the team's second goal before the end of the game."
Li Yu said in an interview with "Sky Sports" after the game that he did not mind playing in the midfield. He said: "I often played in the midfield when I was in the youth team, which means you have to get the ball more, and in certain situations
I have to defend at all times. I have said before that I feel good no matter where I am on the field. I am not exaggerating when I say that. I have the ability to play in the midfield. If the coach arranges my position in the midfield, it will be better for me.
It’s no problem for me.”
After the game, Ancelotti was also full of praise for Li Yu's performance: "I think Li Yu's performance in the midfield was great. He was very aware of the situation around him when protecting the ball, and his passing was impeccable. He played
The midfielder is just a temporary arrangement, and I am not sure whether he will stay in this position in the future, but I am very confident that he will be given the responsibility of midfielder against strong teams."
Ancelotti has consciously moved Li Yu's position back in recent games, hoping to use Li Yu to solve the current problems in Manchester United's midfield. Li Yu's outstanding performance in this game can also reassure Ancelotti.
Manchester United defeated Galati Steel 2-0 at home, and Benfica was tied 1-1 by Basel at home. In this way, with the advantage of goal difference, Manchester United climbed to the top of the group. After the game, Ancelotti believed that
This is the key three points that lays the foundation for qualifying from the group.
In an interview with Sky Sports HD 2, Ancelotti said, "The victory is important. The opponent was very aggressive, they defended well and put pressure on us in all areas of the pitch, which allowed us to
It’s very difficult.”
"This win puts us at the top of the group. If we beat Benfica at home in the next round, we will finish top of the group. It's that simple. It should be a very good night."
"I think Li Yu's performance in the central midfielder position is excellent. He can observe the position of his teammates around him and make very, very good passing choices. He did a very good job for us tonight. I think letting him play
The central midfielder is a temporary measure, and it is difficult to say about the future. Kari
Gram and Cleverley are injured, Fletcher is rested, we can start with Park Ji-sung, but there is still an important game waiting for him in the Premier League on Saturday. The opponent played very well tonight, but I am sure that we will play better
When facing a strong opponent, Li Yu will be considered to play this position."
In the first 10 minutes of the game, Irving was injured and left the field during a goal-attack, and was replaced by Little Pea. Ancelotti said after the game, "This is a blow to him, it was a complete accident. His thigh muscles
He's injured, it's hard to say how long he will be out."
Manchester United has returned to the top position in the Champions League. The Red Devils' old tradition of getting stronger as they get closer to the end of the year continues. Ancelotti's team has also found a suitable rhythm after experiencing a disastrous defeat. The Red Devils have become very popular recently.
Stability, whether in the team or on the field.
The Italian coaching style has been slowly injected into the blood of the Red Devils, and the tenacious fighting power retained from the Ferguson era has also been well retained.
It is conceivable that such a red devil will only become stronger and will never be immersed!
