On April 22, at 8 o'clock local time, at the Old Trafford Stadium in Manchester, a heavyweight focus match officially began.

The stadium with a capacity of more than 70,000 is full at the moment.

Rather than Villa's ability to finish in the top four, more attention will be paid to whether United can win this game and whether they can win the title early on their home turf as they wish.

Such a major event naturally made the world's major media websites and TV broadcasts broadcast live.

On a sports live broadcast platform in Huaxia, Mr. Zhan sat in the live broadcast room energetically, and next to him was the sleepy-eyed Director Zhang.

"Good evening fans, thank you for still waiting at Old Wave Sports at this time, what is about to be sent to you is a key battle in the 34th round of the English Premier League, the Red Devils Manchester United hosts Aston Villa, and the live commentary for you is guided by Zhan Jun and Zhang Lu."

"There are a lot of things to watch in this game, but the first thing to watch is whether Manchester United can win today. With Manchester City losing to Tottenham Hotspur in the past, a win for Manchester United on three points would see them win the league title four games ahead of schedule. ”

"According to the data, Manchester United this season is the most attacking among the 20 teams in the Premier League, they have scored 75 goals in 33 league games, an average of 2.27 goals per game, the attack is very hot, Van Persie and Rooney's forward combination has contributed a lot."

Villa, on the other hand, have been the best defensive team this season, conceding just 24 goals in 33 games and keeping 18 clean sheets, with their backline and young goalkeeper Jose performing extremely well.

"It can be said that the match between Manchester United and Villa will be a direct collision of spear and shield."

"As we all know, this season will be Ferguilla's last season at Manchester United, and he has said that his greatest long-cherished wish is to lead Manchester United and challenge Liverpool's supremacy."

"Under Ferguilla, Manchester United equalled Liverpool's 18 top-flight titles in the 08/09 season, and if they win the title again this season, their top-flight title tally will reach 20, and it is estimated that it will be difficult for any team to break this record for a long time."

"Director Zhang, what do you think about this game?" Teacher Zhan said a lot, and finally asked his partner beside him.

"Manchester United have been really good this season, maybe everyone has been much more positive when they see that Ferguson is retiring. For this game, I am personally more optimistic about Manchester United......" Director Zhang began to analyze the game from his own point of view.

Just as Mr. Zhan and Director Zhang were talking, the starting lists of both sides were announced.

For Villa:

Goalkeeper: Jose.

Defenders: Bennett, Nathan Baker, Vlar, Lowton.

Two midfielders: Delph, Westwood.

Three attacking defenders: captain Abang Lajo, Enzobia, Weimann.

Striker: Bennett.

…

Manchester United:

Goalkeeper: David De Gea.

Defenders: Patrice Evra, Evans, Phil Jones, Rafael.

Two midfielders: Carrick, Ryan Giggs.

Three avant-garde: Shinji Kagawa, Rooney, Valencia.

Striker: Robin van Persie.

…

There is no doubt that both sides fielded their strongest lineups.

United were given the first kick-off.

Robin van Persie kicked the ball off, played it back to a team-mate and sprinted quickly towards Villa's half.

Wayne Rooney picked up the ball in midfield, glanced at his team-mate's position and opted for a long pass on the right flank.

The ball is at the feet of Valencia.

At this point, Villa's players were just getting to their positions.

Valencia tried to break down the right and were blocked by Bennett and Delph.

With no hope of a breakthrough, Valencia opted to pass back to Rafael.

Rafael took the ball and made a long pass to the far end of the penalty area.

The ball went to the left side of the Villa penalty area.

Ryan Giggs just manages to get the ball first.

Vlar and Baker stepped forward at the same time to block.

As for Jose, while blocking Giggs's shot route, he glanced around.

"Pay attention to the ......"

At this point, Van Persie had quietly entered the middle of the penalty area, and Jose wanted to open his mouth to warn his team-mates, but it was too late.

Giggs didn't choose to shoot, but instead chose to pass back to Van Persie in front of goal.

Van Persie didn't stop the ball and pushed straight from close range.

At this point, the game was only played until the 80th second.

If there is no accident, Van Persie will definitely score easily.

"Time and space pause."

There was no way, Jose could only use plug-in stunts.

Conceding the ball in the opening 80 seconds was a huge blow to morale, and Jose had to block this wave of attacks.

"Ahh

There were plenty of Villa fans coming to Old Trafford today, but they were nothing compared to Manchester United's home fans.

Therefore, the cheers for Manchester United at the scene were deafening.

Players with a little less willpower will inevitably be affected by the noise of the home fans.

That's the scary thing about the Devil's home turf.

If it had been a year ago, José would have felt uneasy in the face of such an atmosphere.

Now, although he still thinks that the voices of Manchester United fans are very noisy, it will not affect his state.

Jose dismantled United's fast break.

In the battle for midfield, the Villa team was completely at a disadvantage.

It seems that some of Villa's players have been more or less influenced by Manchester United fans.

In the 4th minute, Valencia again came to the right edge of the penalty area.

Bennett is one-on-one with him.

However, it was useless at all.

Valencia struck a flick with her left foot and then pumped hard with her right foot and the ball flew past Bennett towards the centre of the Villa penalty area.

By this time, Van Persie was already in ambush in the penalty area.

From 10 yards in front of goal, Van Persie still completed a left-footed volley in the middle of a flank between Vlaar and Baker.

Van Persie's shot hit the crossbar and then bounced back into the net.

In the nick of time, Jose leaped high and struck with both palms to keep the ball off the goal line.

Jose didn't dare to catch the ball, he was afraid that he would roll into the goal with the ball.

Jose blocked the ball and was cleared out of the penalty area by Vlar for the first time.

Once again, the Villa team escaped.

"Strong, Van Persie is too strong." In the live chat room, fans left messages.

'The Villa goalkeeper was also divine, just a little bit, the ball was about to cross the goal line.

"Wonderful, so exciting, Van Persie's cushion shot is very good, and Jose's save in front of the goal is a masterpiece."

The fans, who were originally drowsy due to staying up late, instantly came to their senses.

The game continued, and the battle for midfield was completely white-hot.

The Villa players are very desperate, but the difference in personal strength still can't stop Manchester United's attack.

Two of United's attacks down the right flank failed to find the back of the net, so they began to shift their attacking routes.

In the ninth minute, Ryan Giggs advanced with the ball on the left and soon found himself on the left side of the Villa penalty area.

Lorton stepped forward to intercept.

However, it was Giggs who got the chance to cross it.

The ball is passed to the far post.

It was Robin van Persie, who got ahead of Baker and got on the top of Giggs' cross.

Van Persie didn't opt for an attack, but instead headed the ball into the six-yard box.

At this moment, Shinji Kagawa was already ambushed there.

Under Vlar's interference, Shinji Kagawa reached forward with his left foot and touched the ball first.

"Good shot." Director Zhang shouted on the spot.

Explode a change.

(End of chapter)