The best contest since the start of the Premier League this season, there is nothing wrong with that.

If you just look at the process of this game, some people may still question it.

After all, teams such as Liverpool and Arsenal also played well.

But with the combination of the pre-match public opinion battle, the atmosphere rendered by the media, and the grievances between different personnel on the court, this game is definitely the most exciting and the most exciting.

And now, the race is also very exciting.

Played less than 30 minutes, the score was 1-1.

It wasn't a dazzling scoreline, but it was an absolutely exciting contest between the two sides.

The attack and defense of both sides are fast-paced, and the wonderful defense, passing, passing and shooting are endless, which makes the fans very enjoyable to watch.

In the live broadcast room, Carragher watched the live information of the game.

"The ratings for this game have reached the peak of recent seasons.

"It's the best in the Premier League, yes.

"If a few more giants can collide to reach this level,

"Then the broadcast cost of the Premier League will have to rise again!"

Alan Shearer nodded.

"That's right, whether it is the pre-game public opinion or atmosphere of this game,

"It's still the rhythm of the game, it's all very exciting.

"Before the game, there was a fear that Mourinho would put the bus,

"But look at it now, Manchester United's attack is still very sharp,

"M Moser doesn't go for the number of attacks, they go for the efficiency of the attack."

Alan Shearer was right.

In this game, Mourinho insisted that his players hold on and then make sure to take advantage of their attacking opportunities.

For example, in the first half, although Manchester United's number of attacks and shots on goal were far less than Manchester City's,

But they were still evenly matched with Manchester City and they were the first to score.

It's a rarity.

At this time, it was the 40th minute of the game, and the first half was about to end.

But at this moment, both sides did not slack off, but the offensive rhythm rose again!

Manchester City's continuous passes, still to Aguero.

This time Smalling made no mistake as he stepped out early and smashed Aguero away to break the ball.

Aguero fell to the ground and raised his hands in the air in protest to the referee!

He's a foul!

It's a penalty!

But the referee ignored it and signaled the game to continue!

Golden opportunity!

Chris Smalling passes forward and the ball is at Herrera's feet!

Herrera gets the ball and Fernandinho comes up!

Pull the ball, smash the ball, and suddenly accelerate!

Herrera passed her opponent directly!

Diagonal pass away!

Mkhitaryan fast follow!

Pass the ball to the penalty area!

Ibrahimovic catches the ball and shoots angrily!

The ball was punched out by Bravo!

This time the Manchester City goalkeeper has made a meritorious service!

But it's not over yet!

The ball falls outside the box!

Fly to the left!

Right-back Sagna sprints quickly to catch the ball!

But the huge impact pushed him away!

It's a summer trip!

He's already thrust forward!

Squeeze out of Sarnia, he got the ball!

At this time, there is a lot of noise in front of Manchester City!

Defender Fernandinho retreats quickly!

Centre-back Otamendi is also up!

Two people are guarded!

In the face of the impact, Xia Xing decisively cut inside with the ball!

Fernandinho and Otamendi are inseparable, continue to press!

The two of them thought to themselves, no matter how strong you are, you can't beat the two of us in front and back!

However, Xia Xing didn't plan to pass this time!

He pulls the ball down the middle and cuts inside to create opportunities for his team-mates!

At this point, his ankle shook!

The ball flies fast to the left!

Rooney's anti-offside success!

Rooney, who had just been in the middle, had already swam to the left!

Successful anti-offside, catch!

Facing the goal, shoot from a small angle!

"The ball is in!

"Wonderful fit!

"Manchester United played a top fast attack again!

"It's a classic M Moser counter-attacking routine!

"Chris Smalling breaks the ball and launches a counter-attack from the back!

"Herrera's decisive pick up the ball, diagonal pass to Mkhitaryan!

Mkhitaryan gave Ibrahimovic, Ibrahimovic's shot was saved, but Xia grabbed the second point!

And he cut in to the middle, which completely disrupted the opponent's rhythm!

"Wayne Rooney's clever movement shows the awareness of a world-class striker!

"After the successful anti-offside, he decisively volleyed into the near corner!

"The shot was crisp and the ball went into the net!

"2 to 1!

'Manchester United scored another goal and they were leading again!

"The Red Devils are really in spirit today!"

On the sidelines of the pitch, the captain of Manchester United jumped high with excitement!

Swing your fists and enjoy the joy of scoring goals!

Every time he scored a goal for Manchester City, he was so happy!

So happy!

Ibrahimovic, who was closest to him, rushed up and hugged Rooney!

Other teammates also ran over and formed a group.

However, Rooney still grabbed Xia Xing outside the crowd.

“xia！ Your passing is fantastic! ”

"Captain, your shot is amazing!"

"Hahahaha! I'm really getting more and more fond of you kid! ”

The Manchester United players huddled together, and the Manchester City players were a little depressed.

This game is a little different from what I imagined.

Before the game, Pep Guardiola said that Manchester United's back line is average and will definitely be able to penetrate it.

But I didn't expect this opponent to be so difficult......

After the restart, City were also a little frustrated.

In the final minutes of the game, they were visibly depleted and ended 2-1 in the first half.

With a one-goal lead, the United players excitedly returned to the dressing room.

However, as soon as they returned to the dressing room, Mourinho was waiting for them with a blushing face.

'Boys, you played well in the first half, especially in midfield, very well.

"But I have to warn you that you don't do a good job defending on the wings!

'Although we defended Raheem Sterling and Nolito and didn't let them score,

"But I still couldn't prevent their crosses,

'Raheem Sterling, in particular, is too active on the right flank, it's absolutely not okay.

"Ashley Young, you must keep an eye on him,

"Even if you lose an attacking opportunity, you can't give him a chance!

"Xia in front of you, I don't want him to retreat too much,

'I want him to play with his attacking qualities.

"So in the second half, you have to defend with all your might!"

Mourinho's words were very serious, which made Ashley Young a little confused.

I defended well in the first half, so why do you say that about me?

Even a little unconvinced in my heart.

But after all, it was in the locker room, facing the head coach, there was still no argument.

"Okay, boss."

Ashley Young agreed.

When he returned to the pitch in the second half, he didn't care too much about it.

Isn't it Sterling, that's it, this game is in average form.

But unexpectedly, as soon as the second half began, he suffered a heavy blow!

Manchester City's midfield pass, suddenly a pass!

It's a direct pass from Kevin De Bruyne!

Hit the gap between Ashley Young and Bailly!

At this time, Sterling quickly stepped forward, bypassed behind Ashley Young, and received the ball!

This made Ashley Young unexpected!

He was also ready for Sterling to go to the side, but he didn't expect to rush directly into the penalty area!

Ashley Young is out of place!

Bailly stepped up quickly, but Sterling came first!

Low shot to the near post!

The ball goes into the net!

2 to 2!

(End of chapter)