Chapter 348: Domineering Manchester United
"Hello, Alex."
Entering the pitch, Arsene Wenger took the initiative to come over and pay homage.
But apparently Ferguson didn't welcome this 'street goods' from France, with a cold face, he secretly shook a cold knife, shook it coldly, and returned to his position.
Originally, this scene should have been the host's warm welcome to the guests who came from afar. As a result, he was stabbed by Wenger, and Ferguson is still not happy.
That mouth is destined to be brought to the summer to become inflamed. It's strange to be able to give Wenger a good look.
Wenger didn't care, just now, Wenger thought that this Scottish 'old hooligan' was going to do it. It's a great thing to be able to suffocate him.
"Di-!!"
Two managers came on and a whistle blew and Danish referee Larsson blew the whistle for the start of the first half.
"Whew! Manchester United - Forward !! ”
The whistle, like a horn, made the Manchester United fans rush out in an instant, and the tsunami-like cheers kicked off the game.
The first wave of attacks was launched by Arsenal. However, since Wenger said that he wanted to control the pace of the game, naturally, the Arsenal players were not in a hurry to advance.
After Fabregas received a pass from Van Persie, he saw Carrick pressing up as soon as possible, and immediately handed the ball to Xiang Hao, who was dragging behind.
"Whew!" A long tackle.
Xiang Hao lightly buckled, dodged Ronaldo's interception for the first time, distributed the ball to the left side, and began to advance the attack.
"Papa"
However, although Ronaldo's tackle was unsuccessful, and the action of falling on the turf was a little embarrassing, the Portuguese's action still moved the Manchester United fans at the scene and applauded.
When have they ever seen Ronaldo, so desperate, they were moved.
"Huh, in today's game, Cristiano entered the game very quickly, the game against Arsenal, and the game against Hao, Cristiano was extraordinarily positive, which is a good phenomenon for Manchester United."
Lineker's eyes lit up when he saw the sliding shovel and he sighed.
"The strongest opponent can force the best form. In this game, Cristiano must be victorious, and win in front of Hao.
Tell everyone that the last time we lost to Arsenal was just an accident, and those two yellow cards were just a thing of the past to prove your ability. This is a top player, a must-have temperament. ”
Mortenson didn't have too many surprises, and said lightly.
In his commentary career, he has encountered too many such scenes. As long as you want to reach the top, this is the courage and attitude that you must have.
"Well, I have to say that Hao is on the court, and he already has the ability to make Cristiano pay attention, and Cristiano has to face Hao's existence."
Lineker nodded, agreeing with Mortenson's view, and speaking more thoroughly.
Although he is optimistic about Manchester United, Lineker also sees Xiang Hao's ability very clearly.
In fact, it is clear to everyone that this nineteen-year-old has been able to influence the outcome of the game and become the key figure in the game.
If it weren't for his qualifications, he would have only been in his first season, and he would have been recognized not only in England, but also in the hearts of fans around the world, and would not be more of a rising star than a superstar.
Because Ronaldo had such an attitude at the beginning of the game, although it was eye-catching, it was normal, because in the next game, this scene will definitely appear again and again.
Rob! Attack! Attack!
Ferguson told his players from the outset that this was their home stadium and that they wanted to defend their title in the Champions League semi-finals.
The Manchester United have a myriad of motivations to drive them over the centre circle and onto Arsenal.
Soon, the United pushed Arsenal's line near the centre circle, and all sorts of sweeping and pressing followed.
On the cheers of more than 70,000 Manchester United fans at the scene, waves of attacks advanced, and the rush was launched again and again.
From the very beginning of the game, Arsenal were on the back foot.
"Di-!"
After Tevez brought down Theo Walcott five minutes into the game, Larsson blew for a fourth foul on the Manchester United scramble.
"Hey, he's been fouling my teammate for the second time."
Cesc Fabregas immediately came to Larsson and protested as if reminded.
Obviously, if someone in the Manchester United team is warned of a yellow card at this time, then their next action will be much less, and the pressure on Arsenal will not be so great.
Apparently Larsson had his own ideas, though, and made a shut-up gesture at Fabregas, ignoring the subtext of his words.
Larsson didn't want the game to start with a card war. In that way, it does not conform to the requirements of some people, and the spirit of the meeting cannot be comprehended.
However, although he did not play his cards, Larsson still called Tevez over and gave a few verbal warnings.
Arsenal ball at the back and the game continues.
"Cheer me up!"
Manchester United's captain Rio Ferdinand yelled at Anderson in dissatisfaction, which was a warning to the new Golden Boy.
This ball, if it weren't for Anderson's unfavorable pressing and letting Walket get up directly, Tevez would not have pushed Walket behind his back to prevent Walket from counterattacking.
The enthusiastic Ferdinand, as the captain, naturally wanted to talk to Anderson in his eyes.
In this game, Manchester United played from top to bottom, with the belief that they must win, and they will never allow any accidents to happen.
Although the game only lasted about five minutes, the focus and hard work of the Manchester United people not only allowed them to get into the game earlier, but also brought the rhythm of the game all at once.
Arsene Wenger has repeatedly emphasised controlling the tempo and controlling the tempo, but the Red Devils are better than you and they have points to push the tempo of the game.
No matter how talented Xiang Hao and Fabregas are, no matter how tacit they cooperate, the ball can't be controlled, and whatever they say, it's useless.
Soon the Reds began to storm again, not only with the midfield dominating the half, but also with their defenders taking turns attacking Arsenal's defence.
Arsenal's defence has been severely tested, especially on the left side of Gibbs, where the Reds have been thriving on their own right.
In the seventh minute of the game, Fletcher crossed from the right, and Rooney headed the ball 9 meters from the goal! The brave Almunia lifted the far post with one hand!
In the tenth minute, Ronaldo shook off Nasri's defense on the right side of the penalty area, grabbed before entanglement with Xiang Hao, and swept in front of the goal, but unfortunately no teammates answered.
In the 11th minute, Tevez, who changed his position, cut inside and crossed from the right, and Ronaldo hit a heavy blow from 21 meters in front of the goal, the angle was too positive, and it was obtained by Almunia.
In the fifteenth minute, Ronaldo made a direct pass with the outside of his right foot, Tevez split the ball with his back in the middle, and O'Shea fired a low shot from the right side of the penalty area, which was blocked by Toure.
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Manchester United's attack has been rising wave after wave, like a tidal wave, and it has been going on for a long time.
As Janshire said, Arsenal's left-back Gibbs and left wing-back Silvestre are only substitutes, and their strength is completely insufficient, and they have become the main attack points of Manchester United.
"Huh, Alex's research on Wenger's lineup has been done thoroughly, and Arsenal is completely passive.
Arsenal's defense on the left is completely unable to carry the opponent, Nasri and Gibbs can't stop O'Shea and Cristiano from taking turns to attack, and Arsenal is in trouble. ”
Looking at Arsenal's passive situation on the field, Lineker sighed one after another.
"Offense replaces defense."
Mortensen made a judgment and took over the topic: "Alex used his advantage on the right to put constant pressure on Arsenal, forcing Arsenal's formation to lean towards this side.
What's more, Hao can't leave here at all, and he must constantly fill in for his teammates here.
Defensively has taken up too much of his energy, he doesn't have more energy to focus on, and the Arsenal players can't keep possession of the ball and adjust the pace of attack, so the situation is likely to be more passive. ”
Mortensen pointed out Ferguson's specific arrangements on the pitch and was also worried about Arsenal.
The natural flaws of the lineup cannot be well compensated for by the eye-catching performance of one or two people. And Xiang Hao's current performance is not eye-catching enough.
Ronaldo is like a nightmare, always able to get past Nasri's defense, and constantly appear in front of Xiang Hao.
Xiang Hao couldn't help but follow him, his individual combat ability was too strong. But this time, Ronaldo didn't stick to the ball like last time.
After attracting Xiang Hao's defense, he immediately divided the ball, making the other players form a direct danger.
At this point of Xiang Hao, Ferguson did not choose to beat him directly, but chose to isolate, beat Xiang Hao's teammates, and constantly mobilized Xiang Hao, making him tired.
Not only in attack, but also in defense, Ferguson did not send a special person to mark, but relied on constant scrambling and close pressing, knocking out the threat of Arsenal's other attacking players, and not giving Xiang Hao the opportunity to pass the threat.
Even if it comes out, it will make Xiang Hao's pass become bland, without any bright spots, and it is very mediocre.
I have to say that Ferguson has made great efforts to contain Xiang Hao's offense and disintegrate his defense.
As Keane said, the 'tyrant' Scots would never let a player bother him.
Not to mention that Manchester United is in its heyday now, even if it is a low stage, Ferguson will find a way to do this, not to mention that it is Arsenal who are at a low point now.
In front of Manchester United, there is only weak strength, and it is too easy for Ferguson to target one or two players.
In terms of reading the situation on the pitch, Ferguson may not be much higher than Wenger, but compared to the big ideas that give the players freedom, Ferguson, who emphasizes tactics on the field, can better reflect his control.
The whole Manchester United is like a precision machine, running at high speed, and it can give Arsenal a fatal blow at any time!