After the match with Juventus, Luo Lie did not stay any longer and decided to follow the club's chartered plane back to Manchester. On the eve of departure, he carefully selected a local unique Chinese restaurant to entertain four girls, Zhang Yiyi, Liu Xiaoyan, Wu Yue and Ji Sihan.
On the table, the food was delicious and there was constant laughter. Luo Lie sincerely invited them to visit Manchester next time they had a holiday. The girls' eyes were full of expectations, and they all said they would definitely go. At this moment, the warm atmosphere permeated the air, and they seemed to have forgotten the upcoming separation. And this friendship, in this special dinner, became deeper and more precious.
The next afternoon, Manchester United embarked on the return journey. When the plane landed in Manchester, head coach Mourinho made a decision that made the players cheer-all the players who went to Italy had a day off.
The players dragged their slightly heavy luggage, but they could not hide their joy on their faces.
Striker Rashford was the first to rush off the plane, shouting to his teammates behind him: "Wow, I can finally relax, we must start vacation mode, Oli go!"
Main center back Maguire smiled and responded: "I have to go home to accompany my wife and children. I haven't been with them for a long time. I am eager to go home now. I want to go home and start my warm parent-child time, yyds."
Full-back Theo Fernandez stretched his waist: "I want to sleep all day and night, no one wants to disturb me, I want to lock myself in my big bed, I want to be a sleeping beauty (here he jokes that he is a man but wants to sleep like a sleeping beauty) . "
The always lively Gakpo joked: "Why sleep? Such a good opportunity, why don't you go out and have fun? We have to stand up, go out and have fun, and be the most handsome guy on the street."
Captain De Gea walked in the middle of the team, with a serious expression but a relaxed tone: "Everyone take a good rest and conserve your energy. The next game is waiting for us. We can't let down the chain. Keep steady. We can win."
Back to the dormitory, the players dispersed. Some players can't wait to call their families to share the upcoming vacation; some have already started planning how to spend this rare day.
Theo Fernandes and Ashraf, who was slightly injured, chose to rest in the dormitory; the young Rashford and Gakpo made an appointment with their friends to go shopping in the mall and buy themselves some new clothes. They said to the other end of the phone: "Hey, buddy, let's rush to the mall and start the crazy shopping copy. Let's go."
And Cavani chose to go to the gym for some light training to maintain his physical condition. While adjusting the equipment, he said to himself: "I can't relax too much, I have to be prepared at all times. I don't want to play badly. I want to continue to output high energy."
Darot, who had been depressed all the way, chose to rush to the Carrington base as planned to train with the first-team players and reserve team players. Dalot's state was actually seen by his teammates. His roommate Theo Fernandez originally planned to accompany him to comfort him, but was pulled down by Varane. The French superstar told his little brother Castilla that Dalot needed to come out of this situation by himself. No one could help him. This is the cruelty of competitive sports.
On the training ground of the Carrington training base, the sun poured on the green grass, but the young Dalot seemed to be in a haze. The mistakes in the last round of the game were like heavy shackles, tightly binding his body and mind.
Assistant coach Scholes, the legendary midfielder of Manchester United, has now retreated behind the scenes. He stood quietly on the sidelines, his eyes locked on Dalot. He watched Dalot lose focus from time to time during training, and his passing lost its former accuracy and boldness. He knew it was time to have a good talk with this young man.
During the training break, Scholes called Dalot aside. Dalot lowered his head, his face full of frustration and guilt, and he dared not look Scholes in the eye.
"Kid, I know the mistake in the last round made you feel uncomfortable." Scholes' voice was gentle and powerful, breaking the somewhat oppressive silence between the two.
Dalot's voice trembled a little, "Coach, I'm really sorry, I feel that I let everyone down, I... I don't know what to do."
Scholes patted Dalot's shoulder gently, "Look at me, kid. Mistakes are too common in the world of football. When I was as young as you, I also made countless mistakes."
Dalot slowly raised his head, with a hint of doubt and desire to be understood in his eyes.
Scholes continued: "Do you know? Every mistake is actually an opportunity to grow. Let's take a closer look at your mistake in the last round.Analyze. You were under pressure from the opponent, eager to pass the ball, and then chose a route that was not the best, right? "
Dalot nodded.
"Then think about it, if you go back to that scene, how many better ways can you have? For example, you can control the ball first and wait for your teammates to move better; or you can try to use a fake move to shake off the opponent's defensive players and then pass the ball. "Scholes said, while gesturing on the grass.
"But coach, my mind was blank at the time, I just wanted to get the ball out quickly." Dalot said annoyed.
"This is a matter of experience, kid." Scholes smiled and said, "And how do you get experience? It comes from such experiences again and again. You have to learn to stay calm under high pressure, which requires you to constantly simulate similar scenarios in your usual training. "
Speaking, Scholes took Dalot to a small training area, where there were several dummies acting as defensive players. "Come on, now you start here, try to break through the defense of these dummies, and then pass the ball to the designated position. "
Dalot took a deep breath and started to try. At first he was still a little flustered and failed several times in a row.
"Don't worry, Dalot, think about what we just said." Scholes patiently guided him.
Slowly, Dalot's condition began to improve, and his handling of the ball became more reasonable.
"Very good, kid, that's it." Scholes smiled with relief, "Remember this feeling and bring it to the game."
Then Scholes told Dalot about some of the setbacks and mistakes in his career and how he got out of those lows.
"You have to believe in your ability. The fact that you can stand here and be in this team proves that you have enough talent and potential. Mistakes are not terrible. What's terrible is that you are knocked down by mistakes and never recover from them. "Scholes' eyes flashed with determination.
Dalot listened quietly, and the haze in his heart seemed to be lifted bit by bit.
"From now on, all you have to do is put down the burden of the past, go all out in every training, and stay focused and calm in every game. I will always be here to watch you and help you grow. "Scholes said at last.
In the following training, Dalot seemed to have become a different person. He participated more actively in every training program, and the flame of fighting spirit and confidence was rekindled in his eyes. Teammates also came to encourage him, making him feel the warmth and strength of the team.
As time went on, Dalot's performance on the training ground got better and better. Scholes was full of joy as he watched Dalot's progress. He knew that this young man who was once confused because of mistakes has gradually found his own way, and he also looks forward to Dalot's future games. Prove yourself with better performances, make up for the regrets of the mistakes in the last round, and become a truly solid and reliable defensive force for the team.
In this warm and tense training atmosphere, the third round of the English League Cup came quietly.
In this game, Manchester United will play at home at Old Trafford against the English third-level league team from the English League One Sheffield Wednesday (Sheffield Wednesday) club. The last time the two teams met was in 37 years. At present, Sheffield Wednesday ranks third in the English League One and has great hope of entering the English Championship next season.
Head coach Mourinho made a large-scale rotation. Varane, Theo Hernandez, Pogba, who played the whole game against Juventus in the last round, and Ashraf, who was slightly injured, sat directly in the stands.
Goalkeeper Romero was ready, his eyes firmly fixed on the front. On the back line, Ferland Mendy, Gvardiol, Lindelof and Dalot were still Like a solid fortress, it built an insurmountable defense line.
Olmo, Matic and McTominay in the midfield cooperated tacitly and controlled the rhythm of the game. They passed the ball accurately and defended actively, providing solid support for the team's offense.
On the forward line, Nico Williams, Erling Haaland and Gakpo were like three sharp swords, piercing Sheffield Wednesday's defense line.
Musiala and Bellingham, two players who performed relatively well in the reserve league, also sat on the bench. Ready to play at any time.
In the 30th minute, the atmosphere on the field became more and more tense. Olmo keenly caught a fleeting opportunity in the midfield position, a firm look flashed in his eyes, and then his ankle shook, sending a superb through ball. The ball seemed to be given life, and the spirit was so strong that it was like a fairy.Flying accurately towards the empty space ahead.
Nico Williams started instantly like a swift lightning, his speed was jaw-dropping, and he got rid of the defenders in the blink of an eye. He was like a wild horse running away from his reins, running towards the football full of hope. At the moment of receiving the ball, Nico Williams was not at all flustered, and his eyes were calm and decisive. Facing the goalkeeper's attack, he adjusted his pace lightly and chose to push without hesitation. The football rolled towards the goal at a tricky angle, and the goalkeeper's desperate save was of no avail. Only a "bang" was heard, and the ball flew steadily into the net.
The whole stadium was boiling in an instant, and the cheers of Manchester United fans were deafening. The players rushed forward and hugged Nico Williams to celebrate this hard-won goal. At this time, the numbers on the scoreboard changed, Manchester United led 1:0, and the dawn of victory began to shine on them.
This goal ignited the fighting spirit of Manchester United players. In the 45th minute, McTominay quickly passed the ball to Haaland after intercepting the ball in the midfield. Haaland, with his strong body and excellent skills, broke through and shot the ball into the goal again, 2:0!
In the second half, Manchester United's offensive became more fierce.
In the 50th minute, the rhythm of the game became more compact. Matic showed his excellent vision and passing ability in the midfield, and sent the ball to Gakpo at the edge of the penalty area with a precise long pass.
Gakpo caught the pass steadily. Facing the pressing of the defensive players, he was calm and made some adjustments. His eyes were fixed on the upper right corner of the goal, as if that was his goal. Then, he used the inside of his left foot to rub a beautiful arc ball.
The football drew a beautiful arc in the air, as if it was cast by magic, cleverly avoiding the goalkeeper's saving range and hanging directly into the dead corner of the goal. The goalkeeper flew to save the ball, but could only sigh at the ball. The ball went in! The score was 3:0, and Manchester United's advantage was further expanded.
In the 55th minute, Nico Williams was like a nimble cheetah, running on the sidelines. With his amazing speed and skillful dribbling skills, he successfully broke through the layers of defense. At the edge of the penalty area, he looked up at the situation in the penalty area, and a look of determination flashed in his eyes. Then he sent a precise cross without hesitation.
In the penalty area, Haaland stared at the football flying like a meteor with his sharp eyes like a hawk, squatting slightly with his legs and tense muscles, as if he was a volcano about to erupt. When the football flew over his head, Haaland jumped up quickly with unimaginable explosive power. His body soared into the air and stretched out in the air, completely ignoring the defensive players around him who were pulling and pushing to interfere with him.
Haaland's forehead hit the football hard, and the football was like a cannonball, whizzing towards the goal with unparalleled power and rapid speed. Although the goalkeeper had made his best efforts and made a desperate save, his body even flew out, but he could only watch the football fly into the dead corner of the goal with an unstoppable arc. 4:0! Haaland scored twice.
In the 60th minute, Gakpo was knocked down in the penalty area, and the referee decisively awarded a penalty. Matic, the captain of the game and the team's first penalty taker, sent the ball to Haaland. His intention was very clear, which was to help this promising little brother complete his first hat trick in the English schedule.
Haaland walked to the penalty spot with a grim look and started to run up. His steps were powerful and steady. When his foot touched the football, the football was like a bullet, flying towards the goal at a very fast speed. Although the goalkeeper judged the direction correctly and made a desperate save, the penalty kick shot by Haaland was extremely tricky and the speed was amazing. The football flashed past the goalkeeper's fingertips and then slammed into the goal net.
The moment the ball went in, Haaland opened his arms excitedly and roared loudly. His teammates rushed over from all directions like a tide to celebrate this exciting moment with him. 5:0!
In the 65th minute, head coach Mourinho waved his hand and Bellingham replaced McTominay;
In the 73rd minute, Musiala replaced Erling Haaland, who performed a hat trick in this game; so far, all the young players who performed well in the reserve team have got the opportunity to play.
In the 82nd minute of the game, when Bellingham faced the pursuit and interception of multiple opponents, a change of rhythm cleverlyHe cleverly passed a defensive player who rushed up to try to steal the ball, and then his eyes quickly swept towards the penalty area in front of him, and instantly caught Musiala who was running through the crowd.
Bellingham raised his right foot without any hesitation, and the football flew accurately towards Musiala in the penalty area as if it was endowed with magic. The line of the pass was extremely exquisite, just over the heads of all the defenders and fell in front of Musiala.
Musiala understood, and his body started like an arrow from a string, quickly adjusting his pace, facing the falling football, and pushing it with his best footwork. The football stuck to the grass at an extremely fast speed and rolled into the goal at high speed.
When the football rushed into the net, Musiala ran excitedly, opened his arms, and his face was filled with endless joy and sense of accomplishment. Bellingham stood near the midfield, smiling as he watched his friend and teammate score a wonderful goal, which put a perfect end to this one-sided victory.
6:0! The fans at Old Trafford were celebrating wildly.
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