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"Coach, I want to play!"

"Young man, haven't we discussed it and reached a consensus..."

In the office of Manchester United's head coach, Mourinho looked at Xia Xing in front of him and scratched his head.

Last time in the League Cup, Xia Xing wanted to play, but was stopped by Mourinho.

This time, Xia Xing came again, and still wanted to play this game.

"Xia, I like you very much, I really love you.

"But I can't let you play in every game,

"I know very well that this game is full of substitutes, and the possibility of winning is not great,

"If you play, then the team is likely to win,

"But what can I do?

"I would rather not have the League Cup,

"I also want you to get a rest,

"Keep in shape!

"Manchester United's league and Europa League journey cannot do without you,

"You have to understand. "

Mourinho's earnest persuasion is rare in his coaching history.

If it were Pogba, Mkhitaryan and other young people, Mourinho would have directly refused and would not even talk about it.

But Xia Xing is an exception.

Facing Mourinho, Xia Xing also patiently explained.

"I understand how good you are to me, I especially understand.

"If this game was stuck between Liverpool and Chelsea's league games,

"I would definitely not ask you to play,

"Because those two league games are very important,

"But this game is different.

"After playing Manchester City, the next Premier League opponent is Burnley, and then the Europa League against Fenerbahce,

"Burnley is too weak, we will definitely win,

"Playing Fenerbahce at home, we will have no problem,

"So even if I have a physical condition and don't play in the next two games, it's okay,

"I have great confidence in my teammates.

"But this game is different,

"Although it's just the League Cup, it's a Manchester derby,

"I'm looking forward to it.

"As a person who has been a Manchester United fan since childhood, I attach great importance to even the friendly match of the Manchester derby!

"So I hope to play in this game, and I hope you can help me!"

Looking at Xia Xing's expectant eyes and determined gaze, Mourinho smiled helplessly.

"You guys, after you retire, you can follow Mendes. I think with your eloquence, you have the potential to be a player agent. You convinced me."

"So, I can play in the next game?"

"Okay."

"Great!"

"But let me say that you must protect yourself well. In my heart, you are more important than this game!"

"Understood."

"You are more important than the League Cup champion!"

"Understood! ”

With Mourinho’s approval, Xia Xing finally played in the Manchester derby as he wished.

Manchester United sent out almost all substitutes in this game, and even two youth team players.

Mourinho was determined to train his troops in this game.

If Xia Xing hadn’t started, no fans would even watch the game.

Because of Xia Xing, the game at Old Trafford was still full.

Manchester United fans wanted to see, under the leadership of Xia Xing, can Manchester United create a miracle?

But to be honest, it’s difficult.

Manchester City also didn’t play in this game.

For example, Aguero, David Si Silva, De Bruyne, Kompany and other players.

But even if most of the substitutes appear on the field, they are still strong.

Manchester City's biggest reliance now is their extremely strong bench depth.

It is said that every time Manchester City's team competition, it will be a draw.

Even if the reason that the players' competition is lighter is excluded, it proves that Manchester City's substitute lineup is quite strong.

The starting forwards in this game are Sane, Iheanacho and Nolito,

Gundogan leads the midfield, Delph, Fernandinho and other players appear on the field,

Stones, Sagna, Maffeo and other players are in charge of the defense,

The goalkeeper is the substitute goalkeeper Kaba. Lello.

This combination is not weak, even if it plays in the Premier League, it has the level of the European war zone.

Facing Manchester United, they naturally aim to win.

Even win by a large margin.

However, Manchester United is different. They directly arranged a 5-4-1 formation in this game.

Rashford is the lone striker on the front line, with Lingard, Herrera and other players behind him,

and then Xia Xing is in the midfield.

In this game, Xia Xing's position is relatively backward, standing in the position of a pure defensive midfielder, and the tactical intention is very clear.

Just defend!

From the first minute of the game, Manchester City rushed up and pressed Manchester United to death.

And Manchester United retreated with all their strength.

Except Rashford stayed outside the frontcourt, and everyone was in their own half.

In the first ten minutes of the game, Manchester City had three shots, which was very threatening.

However, none of the last shots hit the goal frame.

Because the shots were not in the penalty area.

With Xia Xing organizing the defense in the midfield, Manchester City could hardly get near Manchester United's penalty area.

In the 45 minutes of the first half, Xia Xing did not attack once, but Manchester City also did not have a single effective shot.

The referee blew the whistle and the first half of the game was over.

Carragher in the live broadcast room praised Manchester United's defense this time.

"In this first half, Manchester United's defense was very good.

"Although I don't want to praise him, this is a fact.

"Manchester City's lineup is definitely the strength of the top six in the Premier League,

"But even so, they still couldn't tear apart Manchester United's defense.

“Especially the midfield line.

"Under the organized defense of captain Xia on the field, Manchester City had nothing to do.

“Their frequent crosses, use of personal skills to get past others, and forced long-range shots all failed to work.

“Manchester United’s tight defense drove them crazy.

"And xia's performance in this game is definitely at the level of the world's top defensive players!

"In the past, Manchester United's whole team defense was not so obvious.

"Xia is sitting in the middle today, and his role is very outstanding!

“All Manchester City’s attacks came to an abrupt end with him!

“They can’t form a decent organization at all!

"To be fair, Gundogan has performed very well in this game.

“Multiple passes are dangerous.

"But under Xia's organization, everything was destroyed.

"Xia not only has excellent defensive ability, but also has top-notch organizational skills.

"If there is such a player in the team who is fully committed to organizing defense,

"Manchester United's strength will be even greater!

"Mourinho must be thinking now -

"It would be great if there were two Xia!"

Carragher was talking when the scene changed!

Xia Xing successfully predicted Gundogan's pass, grabbed the ball in advance and intercepted it!

At this time, he suddenly ran diagonally and sprinted towards the left wing!

Now the Manchester City players are terrified!

What if he gets charged up?

The whole team moves quickly to defend Xia Xing!

However, after Xia Xing rushed to the left wing, he did not dribble forward with the ball, but made a long pass!

It was not passed to Rashford who was receiving from the front left!

Instead, look for the empty seat on the right front!

Lingard ran quickly and received the ball!

He went it alone!

Sprint with the ball!

Low kick!

Enter the Internet!

1 to 0!

Manchester United successfully counterattacked and scored a key goal!