Chapter 101: Liverpool meets Manchester United
While the whole of the West is enjoying the joy of Christmas, Liverpool has not bothered with this, because by this time Liverpool has already met a formidable opponent, that is, Liverpool's sworn rivals Manchester United, and the two teams finally collided in the FA Cup the day before Christmas.
For this situation, neither Liverpool nor Manchester United want to see it, after all, no one wants to meet a strong opponent to fight when it is not the final. This is undoubtedly worse for the English players who have little time to rest.
Of course, some people are naturally happy, at least Arsenal is absolutely happy, after all, no matter who the two teams of Manchester United and Liverpool are promoted, there is a strong opponent who will definitely be eliminated anyway, which is naturally good news for Arsenal.
It was in this situation that the two sides ushered in the game, and tens of thousands of Manchester United fans poured into the stadium to watch the game at the packed Old Trafford, all of whom hoped that their team would be able to give themselves a Christmas present in advance when Christmas was approaching.
In fact, even if Manchester United fans don't think so, Manchester United players will take the victory the day before Christmas as the best Christmas gift for their fans. But reason still tells the Manchester United players that their opponent is Liverpool, a strong team, not to mention giving the fans Christmas gifts in advance, even if they want to defeat the opponent, it is still unknown at this time.
The collision of Liverpool and Manchester United, two traditional red teams, immediately attracted the attention of countless people, you must know that with Liverpool's momentum soaring today, at this moment all the media will call the collision between Liverpool and Arsenal and Manchester United as the England national derby.
You must know that in the past, only when Arsenal met Manchester United, it would be called the English national derby, and although Liverpool was not bad, it had not been recognized by the media.
But now it's different, with Liverpool's excellent swing in the new season, leading the leaderboard all the way. All the media believe that Liverpool is definitely a strong team in England at this moment, and the original Chuhan hegemony in England has finally disappeared, and with the rise of Liverpool, it has become a three-country powerhouse.
The collision between Liverpool and Manchester United is really too much to watch, as long as it is a fan of both sides, casually within ten seconds. I can name a few highlights.
But this time, it is clear that Liverpool's most beautiful George in recent times is the biggest attraction. Everybody wants to see it. The battle between George and Vanney for shooters, who is better. At the same time, I want to see if George can break down the Rio Ferdinand backline.
Of course, compared to all the highlights, what everyone wants to see most is the direct confrontation between George and Keane on the court. Everyone wants to see if it's George's back wave pushing the front wave, or Keane ginger or the old spicy.
"Hey. You've had a good time. I'm glad to see another player like you in England. I hope you don't do it from the outside. To be like Arsenal's Vieira. Have fun with me. ”
When both teams stand on the ground of the players' tunnel. George stood behind Captain Hyypia. On the side of Hyypia is Manchester United captain Keane. I saw George on the side. Keane said first. Start to take advantage of the fact that the game has not yet begun. Just put pressure on George.
"Huh. You can rest assured. I'm still very young. There is time to play with you. It's you. Now I'm so old. I don't know how long you'll be able to play. Be careful when you're older. Don't overdo it. ”
For Keane to sarcasm and pressure. How could George not see it. If only it had been before. I'm afraid George will still respect Keane as a great player and not say anything. There is still Keane talking nonsense.
But now it's different. George was determined to maintain the name of the wicked. If you face Keane's provocation. I don't fight back. Then when he was still on the ground, he was the villain with the same name as Keane and Vieira.
Precisely because of this. George was hearing Keane's words. I sent it back without giving any face.
George's words immediately made Keane angry, how could he not be angry, he laughed at George's young age, George laughed at his old age, meaning that he didn't have a few years to be arrogant, which made Keane not angry. However, good self-control made Kean Xun control his emotions, his eyes looked at George coldly, and said coldly.
"It's true that I'm not as old as you young people, but if someone provokes me, I will never let him go, just like Haaland back then."
Threat, absolute threat, not to mention the players on both sides of Liverpool and Manchester United, even the referees standing in front could hear the threat in Keane's words. This made the referee on duty nervous, and he had secretly decided that when the game came, he must nail Keane and George well, lest these two people cause any trouble for themselves.
In the face of Keane's threat, George smiled indifferently, he had survived the bullets before, that was called the real nine deaths, Keane's threat may be useful in front of other players, but for George, there is no threat at all.
"Of course, if you Keane can abolish the first Haaland, you can also abolish the second Haaland. But I don't know if you've ever heard an old Chinese saying, and I'm sure you haven't heard it either, so I'll translate it for you. In fact, the meaning is very simple, that is, to tell people that since you can abolish others, others can also abolish you. ”
Hearing George's words, Keane couldn't help but be furious, he has always been free to threaten others, and no one has ever threatened him, even Arsenal's Vieira is only against him, but he will not threaten himself. I didn't expect to run into one today.
Keane is not a fool, he naturally understands what George means, that is, you can cost others, and others can also cost you, since you want to abolish me, then when you are playing, I will also find an opportunity to cost you.
"Damn, you're still arrogant with me, not as strong as me physically, not as tall as me, and not as fast as me. is not as strong as my strength, I really don't know why you dare to be arrogant with me. ”
Seeing that Keane wanted to speak, George immediately preemptively said and began to attack Keane in an all-round way.
At this time, the referee began to signal that the game time was up, and the players from both sides entered, although Keane was very angry, but he still had to forcibly endure the dissatisfaction in his heart. Follow the referee into the field and prepare for the game. Let George know how good he is.
That kid seems to be quite right, more than the body, although my body is very strong, but that kid is a monster. Not even 20 years old, the body even caught up with Vieri of Inter Milan. Damn, that kid seems to be 1.84 meters tall, according to this situation, when that kid is fully grown, he should be 1.88 meters, or even 1.9 meters.
Thinking of this, Keane looked at himself helplessly. What is your own height. Keane is naturally very clear, 1.80 meters. Compared to George, it is indeed much worse.
Not to mention the degree. George is now a two-man with team-mate Michael Owen, but the English media is recognised as the fastest two. The sharpest knife. And how can he be a midfielder like George?
As for the strength, Keane suddenly thought of the fact that he made George famous in the first fight and knocked out two Southampton central defenders in ten seconds, and he couldn't help swallowing a mouthful of saliva.
Thinking that he was really like what George said, nothing better than him, Keane suddenly became angry.
Since you look down on me, then I will treat you well and let you know that I am powerful. Glancing at George, who was warming up, Keane secretly made up his mind.
The match between Liverpool and Manchester United is a collision of England's traditional red, which symbolizes fighting, and the genetic molecule of fighting has been fully integrated into the blood of both teams. Therefore, when the two teams collided together, the two teams suddenly began to attack with all their might, and began to work hard, what to try to attack, what to defend and counterattack, at this moment, it is no longer needed.
Whether it's Liverpool or Manchester United, both teams need to attack at the moment, constantly attacking and attacking like crazy, and beating this sworn rival who is also wearing the same red jersey as themselves.
As soon as the game began, Manchester United made a quick attack, hoping to take advantage of Liverpool's incomplete game to score a lightning goal.
"Roy Keane, Keane received a pass from Scholes and passed the ball to Silvester in the back, who then passed the ball to O'Shea on the left, and O'Shea got the ball and passed it to Beckham on the right side of the pitch, Beckham ran wildly with the ball, Ruud van Nistelrooy and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer had already entered the box, Beckham crossed. It's a pity that Ruud van Nistelrooy didn't have a header on target this time, otherwise it would have been a beautiful header. ”
Less than two minutes into the game, United had produced some quality attacks, and if Ruud van Nistelrooy's final blow had it not been for Hyypia's interference, United would have scored.
This time Manchester United's attack was very simple and simple, relying on constant passing to attract Liverpool players, and then immediately handed the ball to the wing from the back, and finally crossed, hoping to score with Ruud van Nistelrooy's ability to grab points in the penalty area.
Since the team and the head coach have now lost trust in Henkez, Lao Bei also did not let Henkz play in this game. Given the strength of Manchester United, it is clear that the back three will struggle to withstand United's frenzied attack. Lao Bei directly pulled Carragher from the wing to the middle, played at central defender, and sent the team of Liverpool's team, the promising French newcomer Traore, to play Carragher fullback.
"What are you doing, cheer me up." Hyypia yelled, then took Dudek's pass and distributed it to Riser on the wing.
As soon as he got the ball, Reese, like a machine on a strip, suddenly rushed towards the Manchester United half, seemingly unable to stop.
Solskjaer came up to intercept, and Rieser was stunned to rely on his body, coupled with the inertia of running, and rushed past Solskjaer's side, leaving the stunned Solskjaer standing in place, looking at the distant Riser with a puzzled expression.
When did this guy become so powerful, he was even more powerful than an animal, did he take medicine and injections before the game? Looking at Rieser in the distance, Solskjaer guessed with a puzzled expression.
Beckham looked coldly at the ground that was rushing towards him, his eyes did not fluctuate. Staring at Risser's every move.
During this time, Beckham had a very bad time and was very unhappy. It can be said that Beckham has almost fallen out with head coach Alex Ferguson because of the Spice Girls. Beckham knows that don't look at Ferguson now to let himself play, that's because that guy Veron is injured, otherwise, today's main player will definitely not be me.
Thinking of this, Beckham looked bitter. Because David Beckham has understood, I'm afraid in the Manchester United team. His place is gone, or his place in Ferguson's heart is gone.
I don't know what Reese thinks, maybe it's because he just forced Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, which makes Reese feel so good. Or maybe it's full of faith. Looking at Beckham, who was blocking him, Reese did not plan to pass the ball, and was ready to rush straight over, just like the heartthrob who had just beaten Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and passed Manchester United.
Reese's idea was good, but Reese forgot that it was not the good-natured Ole Gunnar Solskjaer who was holding him back, but the hot-tempered Beckham. Although Beckham is not the Beckham of a few years ago. The temper has also been restrained a lot. But Beckham's character will not change anything, Beckham will always be the hot-tempered Beckham. It's just that there are fewer of them now.
However, it suddenly became clear to Risse that Beckham was not as easy to bully as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Against David Beckham. Reese changed the direction of the ball slightly, trying to rush straight past Beckham.
But Beckham is not so easy to bully. In addition, Beckham has been very unhappy at Manchester United during this time. So when he saw that Reese had passed himself like this, he immediately posted it, ready to intercept Reese.
But Beckham was there immediately, running with a lot of impact, and it was clear that he could not stop it alone. Seeing that Reese was about to break through himself, Beckham didn't think about it, and subconsciously fell to the ground to tackle and put Reese to the ground.
"Sir, please restrain your emotions, I don't want to see anything unpleasant." The referee immediately blew the whistle and ran over, glanced at Reese, and immediately said to Beckham beside him.
Beckham nodded and didn't say anything, just turned around and ran slowly towards the penalty area with a blank face.
Ferguson, who was standing on the sidelines, looked at everything on the pitch with cold eyes, like Beckham, during this time, because the relationship between Ferguson and Beckham was getting worse and worse, they looked at each other unpleasantly.
No, in Ferguson's eyes, Beckham's foul just now is not necessary at all, after all, there is Neville behind Beckham. But David Beckham fouled Liverpool and gave Liverpool a set-piece opportunity. Damn, didn't he know that Liverpool's set-pieces were horrible, George and Husky, that one wasn't a header.
"He's provoking me, venting his dissatisfaction to me, it must be like this," Ferguson looked at Beckham with dead eyes, constantly wondering why Beckham was like this. The more he thought about it, the more Ferguson felt that his guess was correct.
"Hmph, I really thought you were a heartthrob and it was great, tell you David, in Manchester United, it will always be me Ferguson, you David can't do it, you are not qualified to make a deal with me at all. I'll let you know who's the boss in the Manchester United squad. ”
With a cold snort, Ferguson sat on the bench and looked at the situation on the pitch without a trace of expression. Ferguson is now becoming more and more dissatisfied with Beckham, and if it weren't for the fact that the game had just begun, Ferguson would even want to replace Beckham directly.
Murphy's corner kick flew quickly into the penalty area, and in the dense crowd, as the ball fell, several people jumped up and began to prepare to compete for the first point.
However, this time the ball was directly grabbed by Heskey to the first point, and with his excellent bounce and height advantage, Heskey pressed Silvestre's header to the goal, and the ball flew towards the bottom left corner of the goal.
"Hah!" Barthez yelled and pounced on the ball. While Barthez does have a jerk at times, he often makes some low-level mistakes. But it is undeniable that Barthez's ability to save the ball is absolutely the best in the world, as long as Barthez is in shape, then Barthez's skill in saving the ball is absolutely top.
No, Barthez was stunned to grab the moment when the ball drilled into the goal line, and pressed the ball out of the goal line with his right hand.
'Otez, the French goalkeeper showed his quality again, it was a brilliant save, it was a typical Banksy save.
"!" Seeing that his header was pressed a little outside the goal line by Barthez, Heskey couldn't help but feel depressed.
"What the hell is going on?" Husky, who slowly retreated towards the backfield, suddenly fell into thought, and I don't know how to do it recently, Hesky's header attack quality is getting better and better, and the angle is getting faster and faster. But he couldn't get into the penalty area, and every time he set a beautiful header to hit the goal, the opponent's goalkeeper would make a wonderful save.
Thinking that he had fulfilled the opposing goalkeeper every time, Husky couldn't be depressed.