Chapter 112
When Rooney scored two goals in the first half, the Leicester City defenders were really down.
They tried their best, but still couldn't guard him.
But now, when Xia Xing successfully scored with a blast, everyone in Leicester City fell into ecstasy!
Konchesky even ran half the pitch to hug Xia Xing!
"Xia! You are so good!"
"They have Rooney, and we have you!"
"Xia! You are simply an invincible genius!"
The teammates hugged Xia Xing tightly and said all the praises they could think of.
In the stands, Leicester City fans also cheered and applauded loudly, which was deafening!
Pearson and Shakespeare on the sidelines also high-fived excitedly!
The timing of this goal is so important!
Less than five minutes into the second half, Leicester City equalized!
This 2-2 result is very important to the Leicester City players!
They are now confident again!
After falling behind in the score before, the momentum of Leicester City players plummeted.
Especially the way Rooney scored the two goals was even more difficult for Leicester City defenders to accept.
It seems as if Rooney can score as long as the ball is passed over to him.
And now, Xia Xing's wonderful performance has given them confidence!
To put it bluntly, even if Rooney can still score goals, we also can score goals, we have xia!
His shooting is still world-class!
The game resumed and Leicester City regained their momentum.
Rooney turned around after catching the ball, and Konchesky stepped forward and knocked him down with a kick!
The referee did not blow the whistle because Konchesky touched the ball first.
After successfully defending, he excitedly pumped his fist and demonstrated towards Rooney who fell to the ground.
Not to be outdone, Rooney got up and confronted Konchesky!
Players from both sides stepped forward and pulled the two apart.
You must know that the relationship between the two clubs is still good, and there is no need to conflict on the pitch.
In Leicester City's formation, in addition to Xia Xing, the current Manchester United loan player, there are also several players trained by Manchester United's youth training.
The relationship between the two parties has always been good.
Konchesky was pulled away by captain Morgan. When Morgan turned his back to the Manchester United players, he gave Konchesky a thumbs up.
Well done man!
Ha ha!
Konchesky smiled proudly.
Facing a world-class forward, it is unrealistic to expect him to steal the ball gracefully.
For the team's victory, defensive players must block their opponents at all costs as allowed by the rules!
Even if it's rough, it's necessary!
Then, Manchester United players frequently fell to the ground.
There were also many skirmishes on the pitch.
But nothing serious happened and the game went on as usual.
This somewhat rough defense has benefited Leicester City a lot.
The most important thing is that they disrupted Manchester United's rhythm.
It is difficult for Manchester United to perform continuous cooperations now.
Only a few players such as Rooney and Welbeck relied on their personal skills to seek opportunities.
But it was difficult to break down Leicester's defense.
Especially Xia Xing's retreating position and increased running area greatly suppressed Manchester United's offense.
Now the game has reached 70 minutes, and the two sides are still 2 to 2.
As time goes by, the pressure on Manchester United is increasing.
Compared with Leicester City, the age structure of Manchester United players is older.
Especially the central defense combination Vidic and Ferdinand, both of whom have reached the end of their careers.
There is also Rooney in the striker position, whose physical condition is also not as good as before.
The speed and frequency of Rooney's dribbling just after receiving the ball now was far less than that of the opening stages, and was intercepted by Leicester City captain Morgan.
It is now the 80th minute of the game, and the score has not changed.
Pearson held the last substitution spot in his hands and did not let go.
He doesn't know how far this game will go, so he'd better leave a place for substitutions.
But at this moment, Manchester United used up their last substitution!
Fletcher goes off and Giggs comes on as a substitute!
On the sidelines of the court, Giggs had thrown off his casual sportswear and had been warming up in the jersey underneath.
He had already considered this issue before this game.
If the players really can't open up the situation, put yourself in!
In fact, it's not that Giggs is willing to steal the spotlight, but that there is really no one on the Manchester United bench who can be replaced.
Who else can take on the important role of midfield organizer?
None.
Manchester United currently lacks a midfield commander.
Over the years, Manchester United has been known for its well-stocked midfield position.
Beckham, Scholes, Roy Keane...
Even Veron, who was once failed acclimatize, can be the absolute core in the current lineup.
At this stage, there is really a lack of good midfielders.
Carrick is now Manchester United's top midfielder.
Fletcher, a product of youth training, is also not the proudest of options.
Fellaini has been in poor form recently.
Nani and Shinji Kagawa are both good one day and bad the next.
Giggs was the only one who can appear and maybe make an impact.
Alas, at this stage it is too difficult.
But he believes that after this stage, Manchester United will definitely usher in an era of explosive midfield stars,
definitely.
After the head coach came on the scene, Manchester United's lineup underwent some changes.
The team's formation changed to 4-4-2.
Welbeck also moved up front, partnering with Rooney.
In the midfield position, Mata went to the left wing, Fellaini and Giggs played in the middle, and Carrick moved to the right.
Carrick gave up his core midfield position to Giggs.
Compared to Carrick's stability, Giggs' passing is more penetrating.
The former winger king has now evolved into a midfield master who gets better and better with age.
The first time he touched the ball after coming on the field, he half-turned smartly to pull the ball past others, and then passed the ball long to the penalty area!
Welbeck forced a volley!
Schmeichel punched the ball out with both fists, and made a contribution again!
Although the goal wasn't scored, Giggs' performance was quite impressive!
After coming on the field, Giggs had only one goal - to end the fight within 10 minutes!
If overtime is played, Manchester United will definitely be exhausted and the game then becomes more and more troublesome.
Might as well fight to the death!
However, even though Giggs came on the field, he still failed to change the situation.
Now Pearson has completely seen through Manchester United's plan.
We will defend until your energy is exhausted!
Even if we can't score, we will hold on until the penalty shootout!
In the 84th minute of the game, Giggs cruised to the left and flexibly switched positions with Mata.
A cross at a 45-degree angle!
Rooney jumped high and headed the ball towards the goal!
The ball was hit high!
Under Morgan's squeeze, Rooney failed to adjust position his position well.
Manchester United once again missed a chance to score.
In the 86th minute of the game, it was Giggs' through the middle again!
Rooney accelerated to catch the ball, but there wasn't much space any longer.
So he Knocked the ball back!
Fellaini rushed forward and takes a long shot!
The ball slid out again!
Manchester United are still unable to score goals!
In the 89th minute of the game, Manchester United took a set kick in the frontfield.
Giggs' direct free kick hit the crossbar!
Manchester United was just a little away from taking the lead!
Leicester City escaped disaster again!
At this time, on the sidelines of the pitch, the fourth official had already raised a sign indicating 3 minutes of injury time.
It seems that this game is bound to enter overtime...
(End of chapter)