Chapter 748： stable midfield line

Chapter 748 Stable midfield line

Today's Old Trafford is extremely lively, and the entire stadium is in an extremely hot atmosphere.

From before the start of the game, Manchester United fans used all kinds of noise to put pressure on Arsenal.

In recent years, Manchester United's performance against Arsenal has been extremely bad, which also makes Manchester United fans feel extremely worried, and this game is a key battle to advance to the semi-finals of the Europa League. They don't want to just go back to play in the league.

Since Ferguson retired, for five years, Manchester United has not won a championship.

This is something that is not allowed for Manchester United, which has a glorious history. They are eager to get back on track and gradually reach their peak.

And it all started with winning Arsenal!

Arsenal must be a strong enemy!

Arsenal under Wenger was the same, so was Arsenal under Mourinho.

Although there was a transitional period of Patrice's coaching in the middle, Arsenal at that time also relied on Lucky's outstanding performance to stabilize the situation.

Arsenal is an unbeatable team, they are full of tenacity, which is why many teams fear them.

Don't give up until the last moment, Arsenal interpreted this sentence very well.

And now Arsenal put even more pressure on Manchester United with their strong defense and counterattack ability.

Fortunately, this is their home game, and they have a certain degree of confidence to win Arsenal!

For this reason, Manchester United fans chanted the slogan "Send Arsenal back to their hometown".

But shouting the slogan loudly does not mean that the game will be played well.

A nostalgic face also appeared on the scene.

Sir Ferguson, who hadn't appeared for a long time, sat in the stands. Sir Ferguson's face was rosy. It was obvious that after retirement, there was no pressure and his condition was relieved.

Ferguson is still chewing gum, this scene is so familiar.

It's just that he is not sitting on the coach's bench, but in the stands.

The appearance of Ferguson made the scene a little commotion, and the Manchester United fans shouted the name of "Ferguson" for a full minute.

This is how they tell how much they love the old Scotchman.

The arrival of Ferguson will definitely bring a certain morale bonus to Manchester United players.

Players from both sides enter the field.

The overwhelming boos were given to the Arsenal players.

Le Kai walked in the front with his head held high, feeling the pressure from the outside world, he couldn't help curling his lips secretly.

Engage in such a big battle, as if you can win.

Players from the two teams came to the court and stood still.

Manchester United (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: De Gea.

Defenders: Valencia, Bailly, Rojo, Luke Shaw.

Midfielders: Lingard, Carrick, Mkhitaryan, Pogba, Rashford.

Forward: Ibrahimovic.

Arsenal (4-3-3):

Goalkeeper: Martinez.

Defenders: Bellerin, Jimenez, Hummels, Robertson.

Midfielders: Kanter, Wilshere, Lucky.

Forwards: Aubameyang, Lukaku, Mane.

There is another particularly interesting point in this game.

That is the 2012 European best young team, there are four players in the lineup of this game.

are Luke Shaw, Pogba, Lucky and Lukaku.

After five years of experience and growth, the young players in the first half have each become the main force and even the core players of the team.

They can already use the word "young", even if they are top players on the entire European stage.

This is also indirectly positive, and the media at the time had enough vision.

The expressions of the players on both sides are extremely serious.

Obviously they attach great importance to this game.

After all, it is a key game to advance to the semi-finals, especially for Manchester United, they not only have to win the game, but also have to score three goals to win.

This is undoubtedly a difficult task, and it can't let Arsenal score.

Whenever Arsenal score a goal, their pressure will skyrocket.

"The defense must cheer up and guard against their offensive points. We can't lose the ball!"

Pogba said seriously.

It is rare for the French midfielder to show such a dignified appearance. Obviously, Pogba is eager to prove himself in the face of pressure from the media and public opinion after the last defeat.

And there is only one way to prove it, and that is to kill Arsenal.

Pogba wants to tell the world that he is better than Lucky

"The players from both sides have come to their respective halfs. Here is the second round of the Europa League quarter-finals. Manchester United vs. Arsenal is a key game!"

"In the last round, Arsenal beat Manchester United 2-0. The current Arsenal hold the advantage, which undoubtedly puts great pressure on Manchester United. If Manchester United want to advance, they can only score three goals at home. Get a chance to advance!"

After the commentator Andy Gray finished speaking, he continued: "Of course, we can focus on the confrontation in the midfield. After the last game, various remarks and doubts about the Manchester United midfielder Pogba have aroused concern. There is a lot of public opinion, can Pogba really play a central role?"

"Why did Pogba play so poorly against Kai?"

"Although a game can't explain anything, but Pogba wants to change the direction of public opinion, so he must do something!"

Commentary partner Richard then said: "Pogba is undoubtedly an excellent player, but his role needs specific conditions to activate, and Manchester United and Solskjaer obviously have not mastered this method, but rather In contrast, Kai can show enough performance in any situation!"

"This mainly depends on Kai's relatively comprehensive ability characteristics and his spiritual attribute bonus. Although this kind of thing is invisible and intangible, it can always play an important role!"

"Arsenal can get out of many difficulties, and Kai has a lot of credit here!"

After the two finished speaking, the referee's whistle sounded, and the game began.

The Manchester United fans at the scene burst into loud cheers.

Manchester United took the lead to kick off.

The commentator is still making the opening remarks, and the game is still being tested at this time.

Manchester United did not make a sneak attack at the beginning.

This also made Arsenal's position start to move slightly forward.

In addition, the frontcourt still puts enough pressure on Pogba.

"Shit!"

Pogba passed the ball with difficulty, while cursing secretly in his heart.

This is the way of playing again.

Pogba hates when someone just stares at him playing football.

And not one!

Arsenal’s pressing is all about coordinated operations. After blocking the passing channel, another person will quickly move forward, but if Pogba passes slowly, he may lose the ball.

And conceding the ball in the midfielder is fatal.

Pogba didn't dare to push himself too hard, he could only pass the ball as quickly as possible again and again, while sorting out the rhythm.

After having an experience, Pogba is no longer so embarrassed in the face of this kind of pressing.

Although it can't be said to be more than capable, it has been able to barely control the situation.

"Not enough pressure!"

Lucy couldn't help but think to himself after seeing that Manchester United could stabilize the ball.

Soon, Lucky raised his head and shouted; "Romelu, you go up and grab the ball too! Grab the ball from behind!"

Hearing Lucky's voice, Lukaku reacted immediately.

Pogba just got the ball and wanted to pass it out, when suddenly there was pressure behind him.

One pass was a bit flawed.

The ball flew to the wing, and there, Aubameyang galloped away.

But Carrick's reaction was quick, and a sliding tackle kicked the ball directly out of bounds.

"Hey! Focus!"

After Carrick got up, he shouted angrily.

Pogba is also extremely depressed.

He didn't expect Lukaku to attack from behind.

He raised his hand and gestured as an apology.

But Pogba's heart is still extremely aggrieved.

After the ball came out again, Arsenal saw that there was no attacking angle, and retreated towards the rear.

At the same time, Manchester United's players also suddenly approached.

Manchester United also want to play high press.

Seeing the opponent's player sprinting towards him, Lucky turned sideways and passed the ball to Kanter.

Kanter made a pass back and Lingard rushed towards Lucky.

Lucky turned around, separated Lingard and the ball with his back, and completed the transfer.

Lingard desperately wanted to drill forward, but no matter how hard he tried, he couldn't shake Lucy.

At this time, the gap in physical confrontation appeared.

And Manchester United can only say that they can use high positions to press, but they are far from proficient.

At least compared to Liverpool's mad **** of play, Manchester United's pressing ability is still much weaker.

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