Chapter 104: Manchester United's counterattack
"Damn. Did you kid take drugs before today's game? How fierce! "George was celebrating with his hands raised in front of the Liverpool fan stands. Gerald rushed up from behind George with an excited face. Jumped directly on George's back and asked.
"Bah, bah, bah, don't talk nonsense if you don't understand. You see, I'm the kind of guy who needs to be on drugs to score goals? One of your midfielders envies Lao Tzu's goal. I don't blame you. But you kid can't be jealous of me. "Hear Gerald's words. George naturally knew that Gerald was joking. So he said jokingly.
"Knowing a. If it weren't for a great midfielder like me who was constantly defending the opposition's attack. It also gives you cannonballs. No matter how good you are, you can't score a goal. Under the joint defense and pinch defense of the opponent's back. You're a poor little bug. Even if you are possessed by Maradona. I can't score a goal. ”
Seeing that George actually retorted to himself. Naturally, Gerrard fought back.
Cut to Gerald's words. George didn't say anything. Just glanced at Gerard with disdain. Isn't this a sentence of yours for nothing? There is no striker in the world who can single-handedly take on the entire backline. Although sometimes there are such cattle people. Scored a brilliant goal past the opposition at the back. But it was just an accident after all.
"You're still a child. I don't blame you! "George is also lazy Richard. Ignore Gerard when he said a word. Instead, they hugged each other with their teammates who were running and made celebratory gestures.
George knew Gerald's personality very well. The more you argue with Gerald. The more Gerald was excited. Even if it doesn't make sense. I also have to divide the victory and defeat with you. And every time I can't talk about others. If you are stunned, you will pretend to be stupid.
"George. You've done a great job. I'm sure. Tomorrow the front page of the whole UK. It's definitely you! Hyypia ravaged George's not-so-long hair with excitement. Said excitedly.
Obviously. George doesn't like people to ravage his hair. Just wanted to refute. But he was surrounded by teammates who swarmed up. Like Hyypia. Constantly ravaging George's hair. Even George didn't give him a chance to say something.
"Damn it. Here's what's going on. Is this still a strong Manchester United? Diego, you go warm up. Get ready to play. ”
Ferguson stood on the sidelines and was furious. When. Strong Manchester United on their home turf. was forced into two goals by the opponent. And look at Manchester United. It didn't even play at the level of the Premier League dominant team. This made the arrogant Ferguson really unbearable.
"It seems that the old sir is angry. It's time for us to fight hard. Otherwise, the game is over. I'm afraid our days will be difficult. ”
Keane stood on the sidelines. Watch Ferguson stare at the Manchester United players on the pitch with an angry face. Fran had already warmed up when he saw him. Keane knew. Ferguson is unhappy with the current situation on the pitch. If not for the fear of losing face in front of the Liverpudlians. I'm afraid Ferguson will open his mouth to scold again.
"Well, I can see it. It's time for us to fight hard. Think about the last game against Manchester City. I don't want this game to be over. Experience that horrific scene again. ”
Scholes also said thoughtfully. When Scholes's words reached the ears of the other United players. In front of people, they are not afraid of the stars of Manchester United. I couldn't help but shiver all over my body.
"Alright. No more nonsense. For our own happiness. So that we can have a wonderful Christmas tomorrow. Guys. It's time for us to fight hard. Captain Keane continued to boost the morale of his teammates.
The United players were calm. It's not like the other teams that roar and roar. But at this moment, the Manchester United players exuded a murderous aura all over their bodies. Thus. The United players were angry this time.
"What's going on. That's not right. Just turned around. Manchester United changed their top and bottom, like a different person. "The celebration is over. George returned to the centre of the pitch and waited for the game to start again. Suddenly, it was found that the Manchester United players exuded a strong murderous aura at this time.
"What do you care about him so much. Anyway, the game is over in ten minutes. I don't believe it in such a short period of time. United were also able to turn the tables around. "George really doesn't know what happened to the Manchester United players. Although worried. But George thought to himself anyway.
But as the game started again. George and the Liverpool players immediately knew that United had started to fight hard. At this time, Manchester United is undoubtedly the strongest form. Although Liverpool's strength is also good. But at the moment of strong Manchester United. In the face of tremendous pressure. It's still very embarrassing to defend.
Giggs and Scholes made a one-two past Harman. It was up to Ryan Giggs to carry the ball. Quickly hit the bottom line on the side. It's fast. It is almost forgotten that Giggs is about to turn 30 years old at this time.
How could Liverpool allow Ryan Giggs to dribble down and cross so arrogantly. Giggs was seen rushing with the ball. Gerard suddenly appeared in Giggs' path. Be ready to let go. Anyway, you Ryan Giggs wants to go down and cross maybe inside. Yes. No problem. Pass me first.
Facing Gerald. Ryan Giggs no longer opted for passing this time around as he did in the first half. Instead, a direct breakthrough was taken. When the two are three meters apart. Giggston kicked the ball towards Gerrard's right. He rushed past Gerrard's left.
"Blocking the ball or blocking the man!" Giggs was seen to take the man-to-man approach. Gerald thought for a moment. But that's how I think about it. Immediately, Gerrard chose to stop the Giggs. Because the ball was in Gerrard's moment of thought. Already rolled past Gerrard's side. Gerrard couldn't stop the ball even if he wanted to. I had to choose to stop someone.
In fact, even if Gerrard wanted to stop the ball, he couldn't stop it. After all, the two are only three meters apart. At such a short distance. Gerald's reactive nervous system is even developed. I'm afraid it's hard to stop the ball.
Make up your mind. Gerrard suddenly took a big step to the left. He wants to use his strong body to nail Giggs in his path. Gerald believed. When the emaciated Giggs crashed into his body. It must be an egg hitting a stone. was stopped by himself.
Gerald had a good idea. But Giggs is especially someone who can be stopped so easily. Then Ryan Giggs will not be the king of Manchester United's left wing.
Seems to know what Gerald is thinking. When Ryan Giggs was half a metre away from Gerrard. By this time, Gerrard had already taken a step to the left. Stuck in Giggs's path. Giggston leans on his left foot as a support and bearing point. Hard-nosed turn. Rushed past Gerard's right.
Everything just happened in a split second. When Ryan Giggs broke through Gerrard. Only then did Gerard react. While Gerrard was still complaining that Giggs was too cunning. Ryan Giggs has caught up with the ball. I looked ahead, and there was Carragher waiting for him. Giggs opted for an in-cut.
Giggs actually cut inside. Then Carragher naturally will not stand stupidly in the original. It is like a piece of wood. hurriedly chased after Giggs. Trying to keep Giggs out of the box.
Seeing that he was about to collide with Carragher. Giggs did not play with individual heroism. Instead, he passed the ball to Forlan, who was in the better position.
Diego Forlan didn't have a very good time at Manchester United, though. The 2001-2002 season turned out to be nothing. Even Manchester United fans and pro-United media said Ferguson had lost his eyes this time. Said Fran is a waste of firewood. But the fact that he transferred to Manchester United for $12 million. Let Liverpool's backline see Forlan get the ball. Immediately cheered up.
Forlan didn't do well at Manchester United, though. But Fran has speed. Conscious. There is technology. What's more, Forlan has the whimsical football mindset of a South American player. For Liverpool. Fran is definitely a killer-level figure. As long as you don't pay attention to one of them. Maybe Fran will be in a situation where it is not a chance. Complete the shot and take the goal.
Carragher abandoned the caretaker Giggs. Because by this time Traore had already filled in Carragher's place. So when I saw Ryan Giggs pass the ball to Forlan. Carragher lunged at Fran. Hopefully I can break the ball.
"Diego Fran!!。 A great shot. A shot that no one could have thought of. From Diego 8226; Forlan's shot on goal this time. We can see the unique understanding of South American players about football. There are still 10 minutes left until the end of the game. We have reason to believe. Strong Manchester United have little time left. There was a chance to equalise or even overtake the game. Red collision between Liverpool and Manchester United. This moment is just the beginning. ”
The narrator spoke passionately. And Fran, who was the goalscorer. It was excited to rush to the stands of Manchester United fans. Crazy celebrations. Although Forlan has had a good time at Manchester United. The goals are also pitiful. But at least at this moment Forlan scored. At this moment. Forlan is Manchester United's hero.
Tens of thousands of Manchester United fans are celebrating wildly. The constant shouting vented the depressed situation in his heart. The game has been going on for so long. Manchester United has been pressing Liverpool to play. But it's always been overwhelming. Now Fran is finally out of the woods. Manchester United finally scored. I finally have a chance to vent.
Let's take another look at how Manchester United scored this time. Forlan had just received a pass from Ryan Giggs. A distance of more than 20 meters from the goal. Slightly to the left.
Hyypia is guarding United's number one killer, Dutchman Ruud van Nistelrooy. And Reese was also staring at Solskjaer. As for Carragher, he had just given up guarding Giggs at this time. Get in front of Fran.
In this case. Everyone thought that United's attack was probably going to be difficult to achieve any effect. Fran finally got his way. Ignoring Carragher, who was standing a meter or two in front of him. Directly a horizontal pull flashes a neutral gear. It was followed by a shot. Or rather, slinging. The ball flew straight into the far corner of the goal.
Since Fran is standing a bit on the left. So Dudek's position is naturally to follow Forlan who has the ball. Some are on the left. But Dudek couldn't have imagined it. In this case. Fran turned out to be able to shoot. You have to know that it's usually hard to score a goal like this. In Dudek's thoughts. Time is running out now. Manchester United will surely make the most of every attacking opportunity. You don't choose to shoot easily.
At the same time, Carragher stopped in front of Fran. Dudek has a strong belief in Carragher's defensive prowess. In Dudek's thoughts. Forlan wanted to break through Carragher's defensive shot. It's not an easy task.
It is the reason for this series. At the same time, add Fran's whimsy. Choose to shoot when it's impossible. This makes the stance a bit to the left. There is no Dudek who is fully prepared to save at any time. In the face of Forlan's shot this time it was very weak.
Although at the moment when Forlan got up and shot at goal. Dudek also reacted. Hurriedly retreated to the right side of the goal. Jump high and get ready to drag the ball off the line.
But Forlan's shot this time around may have been a bit of luck. The ball happened to drill into the goal from the junction of the crossbar and the post. An absolute dead end in the sense of football.
Seeing that he didn't block Forlan's shot. Dudek looked annoyed. While complaining about Fran's luck, it was too good. In that case. And to be able to make such a wonderful shot. But Dudek didn't imagine it either. Anything can happen on the football field. Maybe that's the charm of football.
". This kid is so lucky. It was the first time I touched the ball. The goal was scored with the first shot on goal. It looks like he's been on the pitch for less than a minute. Damn it. If this kid brings this luck and form to the usual leagues. Not to mention the original 12 million US dollars. Even 20 million dollars is worth it. ”
Don't say it's Dudek. Even Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson. After seeing Forlan score with this element of luck. was also stunned.
Originally, Ferguson did not think that Forlan would score. After all, Forlan has been at Manchester United for two years. It's not good to score goals. (Forlan made 62 appearances for United in 2002-2004.) 10 goals) just considering that the game is coming to an end. They are still two goals behind Liverpool at home. This made Ferguson feel very uncomfortable.
The game is almost over. Still behind the opponent. Faced with this situation. Ferguson made the same choice as all the managers in the world. That is to replace a defender with a striker. Strengthen the offense. Get ready to give it a go.
Although it was replaced with Fran. But Ferguson didn't expect Forlan to score either. Rather, I think after replacing Fran. With Forlan attracting the attention of the Liverpool backline. It could give Ruud van Nistelrooy and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer a better chance to shoot.
However, Ferguson's expectations for Ruud van Nistelrooy and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer have not scored goals. And the goal happened to be scored by Fran, who Ferguson had never expected much. Come to think of it. Ferguson shook his head.
"There isn't much time left for the game. Cheer me up. "When I saw Manchester United put on a man, I immediately scored the goal. Hyypia couldn't help but feel nervous, too. If Manchester United continue to play like this. I'm afraid for the rest of the time. Manchester United definitely had time and a chance to equalise. Or even overtake. So Hyypia shouted a reminder to his teammates.
"Damn it. Smitchell you go warm up. Get ready to play. "I saw Manchester United change people. The effect is taken so quickly. Lao Bei couldn't help but feel a headache. After thinking about it, he called Smitchell to the side.
The game started again. In order to ensure the victory of the game. Old Baker replaced Husky with Smitchell. Strengthen the team's strength in midfield. At the same time, George was put at the forefront. Be ready to strike Manchester United's deadliest blow at any time.
The remaining ten minutes of the game. The two sides fought fiercely. Manchester United, for their part, saw the equaliser. Or even the hope of overtaking the score. Naturally kick desperately. And Liverpool's side is firmly implementing the requirements of Lao Beili to maintain a one-goal advantage to end the game. Defending hard.
So Manchester United are crazy in attack. Liverpool are solid defensively. The ten-minute game became the most exciting and intense time of the whole game. Wonderful and hot scenes are frequently staged. And George and Keane have done so for the benefit of their own team several times. I almost got into a fight. This shows how crazy and fiery the game between the two sides was in the final period.
But there is not much time left for the game. Although Manchester United is very strong. The offense is also sharp. But Liverpool's defence isn't bad either. Finally, as the referee blew the whistle for the end of the game. Liverpool finally won 2:1. A hard-fought victory over the mighty Manchester United at Old Trafford.