Chapter 8: The Man Behind the Pot
The continuous rain adds to the winter atmosphere of Manchester. Pen, fun, and www.biquge.info
Entering December means that the most difficult time of the year is coming. With eight games to play in December, an average of one game in four days, the three-tier Reds are a big test for both the players and the team.
After losing back-to-back defeats to Liverpool and Chelsea, Manchester United, who had lost their advantage in the league, could only settle for second place in the group. Chelsea's solid form to continue defending their league title means Manchester United cannot afford to make any mistakes.
Coincidentally, when Manchester United desperately needed to chase points, Manchester United, who were playing at home, suffered Waterloo again.
In the 20 minutes before the game against Aston Villa, Manchester United, who had 70 per cent of the possession, were penetrated by Aston Villa striker Agbonlahor in the 21st minute. After a succession of links between Abang Lajo and Ashley Young up front, Ashley Young's cross from the wing set up Abang Lajo's header. At 1-0, Aston Villa kept the score until the end.
It was the first time in three seasons that United have lost at home and the first time Aston Villa have won inside Old Trafford in 26 years.
It was a moment of happiness for Villa's fans, and this winter seemed less chilly. But for the fans of Manchester United, it was simply terrible, cheering for the team in the cold wind and drizzle, only to be exchanged for a defeat, and the winter that was not so cold seemed to get even colder at this moment.
Manchester United, who lost the game at home, were wildly criticized by the media after the game.
That's the media.
When you win, they cheer you on, but there are also media who find fault with you. But when you lose, they don't cry for you, they get worse there.
Yu Liang, who had a sluggish performance throughout the game, did not escape the accusations of the media.
Invisible people, high salaries and low ability...... For a time, it became synonymous with Yu Liang.
Some media even pointed out that Manchester United will sell Yu Liang to complete the cash-out during the winter break, and Manchester United's rebuilding will further accelerate the pace.
In the face of the media's wanton accusations, although Yu Liang did not say anything, he was really anxious in his heart.
There is no change in the midfield structure, but there is always a feeling that he can't let go of his hands and feet. It's like being bound by an invisible shackle that binds your body, and you can't show your talents to the fullest. The only game that has been played so far this season has been at home to CSKA Moscow in the Champions League.
As for being sold by Manchester United, although Manchester United has not communicated with him so far, he also knows that if he continues to perform like this, there is a chance that he will be sold. But anyone with a little self-esteem doesn't want to be swept away by their employers. Even if Yu Liang is not short of next homes now, he doesn't want to be sold by Manchester United like this. If you want to leave, you have to leave with a beautiful appearance. What's more, he can't leave Manchester United now, and the World Cup is only half a year away. He will also be hoping to adjust his form at Manchester United for the upcoming World Cup.
And if you really want to leave? Where to go?
"Don't think so much! You're lucky compared to me! ”
Yu Liang looked at King Dong and patted King Dong on the shoulder.
Indeed, compared with King Dong, Yu Liang can be regarded as very lucky. Although Yu Liang is not in great form, he still has the trust of Ferguson and occupies a starting position. After a sluggish performance in the first half of the season, Ferguson has completely lost patience, and he has not even entered the squad for several consecutive rounds of league games, and it is estimated that he has reached the verge of being purged.
Recently, King Dong is also looking for his next family, with the name of Manchester United striker, and the super high goal efficiency in the first two seasons, King Dong is not worried about the next home, but if he wants to gain a foothold in the giant team, as far as the current situation is concerned, it is more difficult.
"How? Found your next home? ”
He also needs plenty of playing time to adjust to his form for the World Cup in South Africa in six months' time.
Rather than waiting for an opportunity at Manchester United, it is better to find another way out.
"There are a few companies that have shown a lot of sincerity, but they haven't gotten a positive answer from the club yet."
King Dong's smile is a bit far-fetched, but he will not choose to leave Manchester United if he has the slightest chance, so his biggest hope now is to be able to go out on loan and then return to Manchester United with a good performance.
"Let's work together!"
The two shook hands and smiled at each other......
After three days of silence, United welcomed Wolves at home.
Like the vast majority of promoted teams, Wolves had a terrible first half of the season, picking up just 16 points from 16 games. Mired in the relegation zone, they know they won't be able to find a win at Old Trafford. However, they did not show timidity after the start of the game, on the contrary, they showed a strong desire to attack.
But they are not Aston Villa after all, and Manchester United will not tolerate conceding points at home.
Even so, United were unable to tear apart the Wolves defence in the first half. The first goal did not come until the 58th minute of the second half.
After Yu Liang completed a steal in the front court, he assisted Rooney to score a single goal.
"The Invisible Man series of blockbusters has finally come to an end, and Yu Liang has finally found the ...... of the camera"
Yu Liang, who has been performing sluggishly for a long time, finally has a chance to shine. After assisting Rooney to score, the long-lost smile appeared on Yu Liang's face again. However, such a performance is still not enough.
Just 10 minutes later, Yu Liang instigated another attack.
After dribbling the ball in the backfield and breaking through the three-man defense in a row, a long pass found Berbatov at the edge of the penalty area, Berbatov passed the ball with his heel, and Park Ji-sung inserted a low flat cross on the side to assist Rooney to score twice.
In the end, Manchester United beat Wolves 2-0 at home.
Rooney, who scored twice, deserved to be the best in the game. And Yu Liang also scored 7.6 points with his outstanding performance, which has been greatly improved compared with the previous games.
It's a good sign for Manchester United and Yu Liang.
After the game, Yu Liang also accepted an interview with the media, which was the first time Yu Liang was interviewed by the media in recent times.
'I've had some trouble lately and I haven't been able to put in a performance that is satisfactory to the team and the fans. Everything will be better from today and I will reward the team and the fans with a great performance! ”
The outstanding performance in this game made Yu Liang full of energy, and he was full of confidence for the next game and the future.
But the reality is so skinny.
Visiting Craven Cottage, Manchester United lost 3-0.
What Yu Liang said in his previous interview became empty words and jokes. In this game, Yu Liang performed very positively and made a good contribution on the defensive end. But it backfired, and it was his overly excited performance on the pitch that upset United's defensive formation and gave Fulham a chance. After conceding the goal, Yu Liang, who was eager to equalize and prove himself, was even more frequently out of position and was repeatedly caught by Fulham, if it wasn't for Van der Sar's high resistance, the score might have been more cruel.
Even so, Yu Liang's Manchester United team still set a humiliating record. The 3-0 score was the biggest win over Manchester United since Fulham was founded.
While the reporters were intrigued by the humiliating scoreline, they were even more interested in United's rollercoaster performance. It was not difficult for them to find out soon that Manchester United's victory may not have much to do with Yu Liang, but as long as they lose, then it is ironclad that Yu Liang will perform badly in this game.
This was true of the defeat to Liverpool, the same was true of the defeat to Chelsea, and even more so the defeat to Aston Villa, and the defeat to Fulham led to the fact that Yu Liang was the main culprit of Manchester United's loss. So the first generation of back-handed men was born in the media's verbal and written criticism......