Mourinho's "very similar" is not about the style of coaching or his personality, but about the circumstances.

Jose Mourinho's departure after Chelsea's second move was similar to Antonio Conte's current situation.

Or even worse.

It is also internal and external troubles, and it is also the ups and downs of achievements.

Looking at Conte, who was devastated by the loss, Mourinho even felt some sympathy.

But that's competitive sports, results are king, everything is secondary.

After losing the game 2-0, Conte was naturally in no mood to greet Mourinho.

In fact, there was no communication between the two when they entered the venue.

If Chelsea had won, Conte would have had a few words on his mind about Mourinho, but he is in a very bad mood right now.

Even after the game, without waiting for the players, they walked straight back to the locker room.

It's also clear how much Conte's relationship with the player has deteriorated.

But it's not about Mourinho, now he's in red, not blue.

Not only does it not belong to blue, but it also has to be dry blue.

With the win over Chelsea, the Reds maintained a double-digit lead in the league.

And ten points became twelve.

Manchester City met Arsenal in this round of fixtures, and they were heavily blocked by Arsene Wenger's side.

In the end, a 3-3 offensive battle allowed Manchester City to further widen the points gap with Manchester United.

They are getting farther and farther away from the league title.

Only the cup stage can make them fight not to go home empty-handed this season.

For example, this upcoming League Cup final.

Having won Chelsea on 25 February, Manchester United finally waited for the Carabao Cup final against Manchester City on 2 March.

At Wembley Stadium, Manchester United are on the lookout.

Because in the recent league game against Chelsea, Manchester United rotated the squad appropriately, and the whole team is in good fitness at this time.

However, Manchester United still did not send all the main players in this game.

It's still a "cup lineup".

Goalkeeper Sergio Romero, young Jesse Lingard, Marcus Rashford, Scott McTominay and Eric Bailly all came on the pitch.

For Mourinho, it means a commitment.

In the absolute main lineup, except for Xia Xing's debut, there is no one else.

By the way, Carrick and Rooney also returned from injury in this game, and both got the chance to start.

Compared to Manchester United's semi-main line-up, Manchester City is much more luxurious.

For Manchester City, Pep Guardiola lined up a 4-3-3 attacking formation.

Goalkeeper Ederson,

Defender Kompany, Otamendi, Kyle Walker,

Three midfielders Gundogan, Bernardo Silva, Fernandinho, De Bruyne,

Three strikers: Sane, Gabriel Jesus, Sergio Aguero.

The attack group is very luxurious.

But even so, against Manchester United, who put on a bucket formation, they still struggled to find a goal.

The two sides have played each other three times this season.

The first time was in the 16th round of the league, and the two sides went head-to-head, and Manchester United narrowly won 4-3.

The second time was in the FA Cup knockout round half a month ago, Manchester City put a bus and the substitutes won 1-0.

Although both games were won, Mourinho's tactics were completely different.

In the final analysis, it's because the arena is different.

As the main stadium in the league, Manchester United is firing at full strength.

Xia Xing, Pogba, Lukaku and other stars are all playing, full of attacking power, and can play against Manchester City.

On the cup stage, it is dominated by young players and substitutes.

The overall strength is not as good as Manchester City, so they simply retreated, waited for an opportunity to counterattack, and finally hit a fatal blow.

And today, it's a cup again, it's a substitute lineup, it's a bus again.

The biggest difference between Mourinho and Pep Guardiola is the difference between watching people put on the plate.

Pep Guardiola is the icing on the cake and he can bring a good team to the best in the world.

Jose Mourinho is a pragmatic coach who can get his team to win games and win titles at all costs.

Like today.

The two old rivals met again, and there was nothing to say, just to do it.

The referee's whistle blows, and the game begins!

Xia Xing's position retreated, still organizing the defense with all his might.

It's pretty much the same as before.

The only difference is that he didn't wear the captain's armband today.

Because Wayne Rooney is making his debut!

After a wave of injuries, Rooney has not played a few games this season.

After returning from injury, Mourinho wanted to let him rest and recuperate, but in training matches, Rooney showed exceptional form.

Even Lukaku was dwarfed.

"This shot is too violent......"

Accurate and fierce, Rooney is still one of the best goalscorers in the world.

Despite the severe decline in fitness, the speed is far less than before, and the impact power is not good, Rooney is still an important member of the Manchester United team when it comes to shooting and passing the ball.

He started today and he was very active.

In the 11th minute of the first half, Rooney received a long pass from Xia Xing and shot directly outside the penalty area!

The ball hits the crossbar and bounces off the bottom line!

It's just a little bit off!

In the 24th minute, Marcus Rashford broke through with the ball and created a set-piece opportunity.

Rooney fired a shot and the ball slid out of the net again, just a little short.

With two good chances in a row, Wayne Rooney was one step away from scoring.

Despite their excellent form, the game was still in the rhythm of Manchester City.

Manchester City's attacks were frequent in the first half, and the continuous onslaught pressed the Manchester United midfielder to move forward, so he could only take it step by step.

At one point, United only had Wayne Rooney and Marcus Rashford up front, with the rest of the players defending at the back.

Although he was beaten aggrieved, this was Mourinho's arrangement, and the players strictly implemented it.

The young players are a little angry and want to press out.

But as soon as they pressed it out, they almost suffered a loss.

McTominay received Xia Xing's clearance ball and suddenly dribbled forward!

Sprint forward along the right side!

At this time, Lingard in the middle also went up!

Marcus Rashford and Wayne Rooney were up front, forming a four-on-four situation!

Several midfield and backfield players also quickly stepped forward, and Xia Xing was surprised!

If it's going to be broken, it's dangerous!

Because at this time, his partner is Carrick, and his running ability is not very good, and he can't cover such a large area!

You can press it, but you don't have to be so desperate!

It's not that Xia Xing is conservative, but Xia Xing understands the opponent.

Facing Manchester City, Xia Xing is very clear about the strength of his opponent.

As a result, United did run into trouble.

Scott McTominay accelerates with the ball and decisively crosses when he meets the defence.

Lingard takes the ball and goes straight to Rooney!

Rooney didn't get the ball this time!

The ball was broken by Bernardo Silva, who retreated to the defense!

The intention of this pass was too obvious, and it was broken!

At this time, Manchester United pressed all over the line, and the rear air defense was weak!

Manchester City decisively began to fight back!

Bernardo Silva plays the ball quickly, and Manchester City's front trident accelerates to sprint!

Manchester United's defence is in danger! (End of chapter)