Chapter 47

In the 11th round of the Premier League on November 11, Manchester United ushered in the challenge of Arsenal at home.

This game is the focal battle of this round of league games, and Morris and Raman of Sky TV are explaining the game.

Sky TV's arrangement is very interesting. Every time they meet Manchester United, they will always send their own card commentary Morris and Raman, not only because they are excellent commentators, but also because of their personal preferences: Morris is a big fan of Manchester United, while Raman is indifferent to Jin Taige. When these two people explain the game together, there will always be a spark, especially Raman. He always said many unfavorable remarks to Manchester United, which caused Sky TV to receive a lot of complaints from Manchester United fans. But because of this, the ratings were very high when the two hosted the show. Other fans wanted to see how they quarreled, while Manchester United fans wanted to hear what Raman said about Manchester United.

Before this game started, the two people were already working. Morris explained the starting list of the two teams to the TV audience very carefully.

"Arsenal today played a 4-2-3-1 formation with goalkeeper Szczesny and the back line from Gibbs, Vermaelen, Koscielny, and Sagna from left to right. Two midfielders, Arteta and Flamini, three attacking midfielders from left to right are Cazorla, Özil, and Ramsey; the center forward is French striker Giroud. The seven substitutes are: France's Borys, Monreal, Jenkinson, Hayden, Wilshere, Bendtner, and Gnabry."

"Manchester United's starting lineup is still 4-4-2, with goalkeeper De Gea; the defensive line features Smoling who is suspended today, and Jin Taige sets out a combination of Vidic and Van Dijk, with Evra and Rafael on the left and right sides. The midfield consists of Kanté and Carrick, with Giggs starting on the left to replace Mahrez who has minor injuries, and Martial on the right, who has now squeezed Nani out. The substitutes are: Alisson, Alonso, Jones, Ashley Young, Valencia, Nani, and Icardi."

After Morris introduced the roster, Raman held another roster and said to the audience in front of the TV: "Let's take a look at Arsenal's roster today: in the starting lineup, the 26-year-old Giroud, Vermaelen and Koscielny, Özil, 24, Gibbs, 23, and Ramsey, 22; look at the bench, Bendtner is 24, Wilshere and Jenkinson are 21 years old, Gnabry and Hayden are 18. The youth storm of the professor is still hot!"

"Let's look at Manchester United's lineup again: Giggs is 39 years old, Vidic, Evra, and Carrick are 31 years old, and Van Persie is 30 years old. Oh my god, when did Manchester United become a nursing home? If not Ferdinand, 35, is injured, Manchester United's lineup will be even more aged! I can't imagine how young Arsenal players will face such a group of "seniors" after the game starts."

Morris glanced at Raman: "In the third round of the league, Manchester United faced Liverpool away. I remember that you also laughed at Jin Taige's team for being old, and you also said that Manchester United 'coincided more than one hundred years old.' How did that turn out? In the end, it still relied on the outstanding performance of these veterans. Liverpool was simply 3-0."

Raman argued: "At this time, the league was just beginning, Manchester United was full of morale, and the team's physical condition was very good. It was normal to win; but now it is different, Manchester United has just encountered a three-game losing streak, their Champions League qualifying situation is still uncertain, and the physical fatigue from continuous matches is very serious. Now they're encountering a young and aggressive Arsenal team, I assert that Manchester United will definitely lose this game!"

"Let's see after the game."

"The game is about to start! This game is the focus game of the 11th round of the Premier League. Manchester United faces Arsenal at home. This is the first game between Manchester United and Arsenal in the post-Ferguson era. I don't know if Wenger misses the days when he was fighting with Ferguson. No matter what Wenger thinks, I certainly miss the days when I saw both Wenger and Ferguson on the touchline at the same time."

"Raman, look at the footage in the broadcast, Sir Ferguson appeared in the private room above the North Stand! He also came to the scene today to watch the game. It seems that Mr. Jazz is also very concerned about this game."

"Morris, although you are a Manchester United fan, I still have to strike you again. The league has hit 4 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses, with 14 points ranking fifth in the league. Such a result makes Ferguson, who recommended Jin Taige, not have a light face. I guess the only reason Sir Ferguson came to the stadium to watch the ball is because he is not fully assured of his successor."

"I'm absolutely assured of Jin Taige. He is the one I see. I believe my vision and his strength will definitely lead Manchester United to new glory."

In the private room above the North Stand, Sir Ferguson said firmly to Malcolm and Woodward.

The club CEO Woodward came to this game even club owner Malcolm Glazer came to the scene in person. The two of them came to see for one reason only, that is, they were uneasy about Jin Taige.

Before the game, Malcolm Glazer talked to Woodward, and he said to Woodward: "Jin Taige has lost three games in a row. If this match is lost, I don't mind letting Jin Taige go. You can now think about the new coach in advance."

In fact, in his heart, Woodward did not want Jin Taige to leave. After a period of getting along during the summer transfer period, Woodward liked the outspoken character of Jin Taige. Working with such a person made Woodward feel very happy.

Since Jin Taige was recommended by Sir Ferguson, Malcolm Glaser specifically invited Sir Ferguson to the scene today to watch the game with him. If Jin Taige loses, then Malcolm Glaser will take the opportunity to fire Jin Taige. I believe Sir Ferguson has nothing to say.

I didn't expect that even if Jin Taige led the team poorly, Ferguson was so supportive of Jin Taige.

Malcolm Glaser exclaimed: "Mr. Jazz, if you can come back to coach the team, I believe it will definitely lead the team back on track."

Sir Ferguson shook his head: "Malcolm, my veteran days are over, now is the world of newcomers, and Manchester United's future lies with Jin Taige."

Malcolm Glaser didn't speak, but thought to himself: If you see Jin Taige's coaching level for a while, you won't say that.

Then Woodward just listened to the two of them while he said nothing.

With the whistle of the referee, this Manchester United focus game against Arsenal has begun!

"Today Wenger's team is still playing gorgeous art football as usual, and they are dancing gorgeous football steps in front of Manchester United's penalty area."

"Manchester United is still their standard 4-4-2 play today, and the offensive is their sharpest weapon. According to the news before the match, the recently outstanding left midfielder Mahrez suffered some minor injuries, and there was no way to play, so Jin Taige returned Giggs to the left and Carrick was in charge of midfield scheduling. Many people doubted before the game whether the old Giggs could fly on the left? Facts prove that in the opening in these 10 minutes, Giggs' performance was not bad. A sharp breakthrough of his cross resulted in chaos in the penalty area and Rooney almost scored a goal."

"Rooney was Manchester United's best player in the first half. He got a good chance in the penalty area and almost scored a goal. He also managed to make a sloping wing and Marshall's long shot was slightly higher out of the beam."

"Arsenal's chance! Arteta got the ball! He passed the ball to Ozil in front."

"Ozil splits, young Ramsay gets the ball!"

"Pass into the restricted area! Look at this opportunity! Giroud turned and hit the door! De Gea struggled to catch!"

"In the opening ten minutes, if Rooney is the best player for Manchester United, Giroud is Arsenal's most diligent player. He ran a large area in front of the penalty area and attracted the attention of several United defenders. Arsenal's frontcourt players have created several opportunities to break the door. The previous shot was also threatening. I guess the main reason why Giroud is so good should be the opposite Van Persie."

This game was very fierce from the beginning, the scenes of the two teams opened up and they were full of attack power. Arsenal played the art football advocated by Wenger, and the continuous short pass on the ground dazzled the fans; while Manchester United pursued a side-by-side and fast-offensive game, focusing on speed and efficiency. The two teams had offense and defense, and the fans in the audience looked very enjoyable.

After playing for 20 minutes, the two teams still failed to score goals. Although both sides had a lot of opportunities, their luck didn't seem to be very good. In addition, the goalkeepers of both teams performed very well, so neither side could break the opponent's goal.

"This is Arsenal's chance! Ramsay on the right brings the ball forward! He transferred the ball to the left of Cazorla's foot! Cazorla's cross, still look for Giroud!"

"Giroud headed the shot! The ball hit the crossbar! Manchester United escaped! Giroud was so annoyed that he kicked the goalpost fiercely!"

"Although the goal was not scored, Giroud's performance today is too good. He can not only make goals for his peers, but also directly create opportunities. Now there are not many such fulcrum center forwards in international football. Arsenal can get Giroud can be said to have got a strong forward. He is only 26 years old this year, and it is the year of playing that has a great future!"

"Arsenal's pass was interrupted by Kante! Kante is really everywhere! He passed the ball to the right and gave it to Marshall. Marshall's breakthrough passed Gibbs! He continued to the bottom line. Cross! Van Persie did not touch the ball! Rooney shot from behind! The ball missed the post!"

"This is really a good opportunity. If the former Van Persie can kick the ball, then the threat will be greater. This ball is a shame!"

At this time, the game has been played for half an hour, and the two teams are still 0 to 0. In the studio of Sky TV, Morris and Raman were talking about the game. Raman praised Giroud's performance. Even Morris praised Giroud's performance: "Now this Arsenal has the fulcrum of Giroud. Their play has become richer. Before they only relied on ground short passes, but now with Giroud, suddenly different. With him in the penalty area of Manchester United, Manchester United defenders not only have to defend Arsenal's ground attack, but also beware of Arsenal's high-altitude bombing. With a little more Giroud, Arsenal's play will have several more routines."

"And Giroud can still make the ball," Raman continued, following Morris's words. "With him in the penalty area of Manchester United, Manchester United's defensive players are choking. But looking back at Manchester United's center, Van Persie, the game was silent. Many. Except that he did it in front of the door just now, he hardly saw him in the half-hour game. Many critics said that Giroud was not as good as Van Persie, but watching 30 minutes of the match, Giroud was better than Van Persie. Much better."

Scholes on the sidelines at this time said: "Van Persie is in a normal state today."

Jin Taige shook his head and said: "I don't think he is in a normal state, but that Arsenal players are too familiar with Van Persie's way of playing. As soon as Van Persie gets the ball in this game, he is instantly restricted by Arsenal defenders. In the face of his former captain, Arsenal spared no effort to guard him."

Ferran, next to him, was worried: "Arsenal's attack is too fierce. If this has been the case, our pressure on the back line will be too great. Giroud's header almost scored just now, thanks to Old Trafford's goalposts helping us."

Jin Taige looked at the situation on the field. His side wasted many opportunities, and Arsenal's offense was so fierce. If the game continues like this, his team is really dangerous...

Manchester United has been slow to start, and Arsenal's offensive is getting fiercer.

In the 41st minute of the match, Arsenal got a good chance.

This time, Van Persie took the ball in the Arsenal penalty area. He wanted to pass the other Koscielny, but judged Koscielny in the right direction and broke the ball. Koscielny made a long pass and went directly to Cazorla in front.

"This is a chance! Cazorla takes the ball forward! Rush straight towards the bottom line! Manchester United's right-back Rafael is following him closely and will not let him burst into the penalty area!"

"At this time Ozil and Ramsay in the midfield have not yet run in place, only Giroud alone!"

"Kante came to help defend! The ball is about to break! Cazorla has no way but to pass the ball to the middle!"

"Both Vidic and Virgil van Dijk are already in position, Giroud has no chance at all!"

"The ball passed! See how Giroud handles it?"

"This is ... a barb shot?"

"The goal has been scored!!! A very stretched barb in the penalty area by Giroud, the ball hit the top corner of the goal with great accuracy, De Gea did not respond at all!"

"Giroud scored a wonderful goal, Arsenal lead Manchester United 1-0 away!"

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