Ajax players began to panic, their defense had loopholes, and Manchester United took the opportunity to continue to expand the score.
In the 35th minute of the game, Manchester United players actively ran and fought on the court, showing strong fighting spirit and teamwork. In the frontcourt, Erling Haaland was like a ferocious cheetah, always ready to catch prey.
After Marco Verratti got the ball in the midfield, his eyes quickly scanned the field. Marco Verratti saw Erling Haaland's position and sent a precise pass without hesitation. The ball flew towards Erling Haaland like a cannonball.
Erling Haaland's eyes became sharp in an instant. He keenly perceived the trajectory of the ball, and with his strong physical fitness and keen reaction ability, he started quickly. His leg muscles were tight, like a spring, bursting out with amazing power, making him rush towards the ball like a flash of lightning.
Ajax's defensive players also reacted immediately, and they all surrounded Erling Haaland. However, Erling Haaland's speed was too fast. He was like lightning, and he instantly shook off the defensive players and steadily controlled the ball under his feet.
At this time, Erling Haaland had come to the front of Ajax's penalty area. Facing the pursuit and interception of Ajax players, he was not afraid at all. His eyes were full of determination and confidence. He knew that this was a great opportunity.
Erling Haaland made a slight adjustment, and then decisively kicked a long shot. His legs were full of strength, and the ball flew towards the goal at a rapid speed as if it was given life under his feet. The ball drew a beautiful arc in the air, with extremely fast speed and great power.
The goalkeeper of Ajax saw the ball flying and hurriedly made a save. However, Erling Haaland's long shot was too sudden and the angle was too tricky. Although the goalkeeper tried his best, he still couldn't stop the ball from flying into the goal. 0:4, his goal silenced all the Ajax fans at the Johan Cruyff Arena.
As the first half drew to a close, Manchester United's attack continued to surge. The ball was passed skillfully by the midfielder and gradually approached the Ajax penalty area. Edinson Cavani moved flexibly, his figure shuttled between the Ajax defenders, as elusive as a ghost.
Suddenly, a precise pass passed through the Ajax defense and flew towards Edinson Cavani. Edinson Cavani started instantly, and his explosive power was fully demonstrated at this moment. He rushed towards the football like an arrow from a string, and the Ajax defenders hurriedly turned around to chase, but it was too late.
Edinson Cavani steadily controlled the ball under his feet, and he was already in the Ajax penalty area. Facing the wolf-like defensive players around him, Edinson Cavani was not panicked at all. With his rich experience and excellent skills, he cleverly protected the ball and looked for a chance to shoot.
Ajax's defensive players pressed forward and tried to take the ball away from Edinson Cavani. However, Edinson Cavani's physical confrontation ability was extremely strong. He stood firmly in place and did not give his opponent any chance. His eyes were fixed on the goal, and he was thinking about the best shooting angle and timing.
At the moment when the defensive players relaxed a little, Edinson Cavani made a decisive decision. He quickly adjusted his steps and then shot hard. His legs were full of strength, and the ball flew towards the goal like a cannonball.
Although the Ajax goalkeeper made a save, Edinson Cavani's shot was too fast and the angle was extremely tricky. The ball drew a beautiful arc in the air and then flew into the dead corner of the goal accurately. 0:5! Manchester United led Ajax by five goals in the first half.
The whistle for the end of the first half sounded, and Manchester United's players walked towards the locker room with joy and confidence. In the locker room, head coach Mourinho had been waiting for a long time, and his face was filled with a satisfied smile.
"Boys, you are great!" Mourinho's voice was full of passion and pride, "The performance in the first half was perfect. You played Manchester United's momentum and our style."
The players sat around Mourinho, their eyes flashing with excitement. Mourinho first praised the efforts and fighting spirit of all the players.
"Starting from De Gea, our defense is as solid as a rock. Theo, Varane, Pepe and Dalot, your defense made Ajax'sThe attacks were fruitless again and again. You are the solid backing of the team and the guarantee of our victory. "
The players on the back line smiled proudly when they heard the coach's praise. They knew that their efforts were recognized.
Then, Mourinho praised the midfielders Marco Verratti, Dani Olmo, and Rodrigo Hernandez. "Your organization and dispatch in the midfield are excellent. Your passes are accurate and your positions are flexible, creating countless opportunities for the forwards. You are the brain of the team and the engine of our offense. "
The midfielders also felt the coach's affirmation. They nodded and said they would continue to work hard.
Then Mourinho focused on the players who scored. "Gakpo, your goal opened the door to victory for us. Your speed and skills make the opponent defenseless. Cavani, your experience and strength were fully demonstrated in this game. Your two goals have expanded our lead. Haaland, you are simply a goal-scoring machine. Your strength and speed make opponents daunting. Your performance is so outstanding! "
Cody Gakpo, Edinson Cavani and Erling Haaland were filled with joy and pride when they heard the praise from the head coach. They knew that their efforts had paid off.
Mourinho paused, then smiled and teased: "Cavani, Haaland, you two should finish your hat trick as soon as possible and come down to rest. We can't let you get too tired. "
The players laughed when they heard the coach's teasing. The atmosphere was relaxed and pleasant.
"But, boys, we can't be proud and complacent. The game is not over yet, and we can't let our guard down. "Mourinho's expression became serious, "In the second half, we have to continue to attack and not give the opponent any breathing space. We have to let them know that Manchester United is invincible; we have to nail those clowns to the pillar of shame in the Champions League! "
The players nodded one after another, indicating that they would follow the coach's arrangements. They knew that the game was not over yet, and they could not take it lightly.
"Okay, boys, let's go out together and keep fighting! "At Mourinho's command, the players stood up and walked out of the locker room to prepare for the second half of the game.
The second half of the game began, and Manchester United's players still maintained high morale and strong offensive desire. They ran, fought, and shot on the court, and every action was full of power and passion.
Edinson Cavani and Erling Haaland were even more eager to complete a hat trick. They kept looking for opportunities in the frontcourt, trying to break Ajax's goal again.
After the blow in the first half, Ajax's players tried to fight back, but facing Manchester United's strong offense and defense, they were obviously Incapable of doing what he wants.
In the 55th minute of the game, Ajax's attack was once again resolved by Manchester United's solid defense. Theo Fernandez successfully intercepted the pass from the Ajax player in his backcourt, and his eyes instantly became sharp. Theo did not hesitate at all, and he drove the ball like a flash of lightning. He was so fast that the Ajax players desperately chased him from behind, but could only look on.
Theo Fernandez ran all the way for 35 meters, his eyes fixed on the penalty area in front. At this time, Erling Haaland in the penalty area was like a cheetah waiting for prey, his eyes full of Desire. Theo Fernandez passed the ball without hesitation, and the ball drew a beautiful arc in the air and accurately found Erling Haaland.
The moment Erling Haaland received the ball, the surrounding Ajax defenders immediately surrounded him. However, Erling Haaland did not give them any chance. After receiving the ball, he did not stop the ball, and directly jumped into the air and made an amazing hook. His body stretched in the air, as if it was integrated with the football. Erling Haaland only had the goal in his eyes. He used all his strength to pull the ball towards the goal.
The ball flew towards the goal like a cannonball, and Ajax Although the goalkeeper of Manchester United made a save, the ball was too fast and the angle was too tricky. The ball went straight into the dead corner of the goal. The moment it entered the net, the whole stadium fell into silence. Then, Manchester United fans burst into deafening cheers.
0:6! Erling Haaland performed a hat trick. His goal not only showed his super personal ability, but also reflected Manchester United's dominance in this game.
Erling Haaland excitedly ran to Theo Fernandez who passed the ball to him and hugged him to celebrate. Other Manchester United players also ran over to celebrate this wonderful goal together. On the sidelines, head coach MourinhoRinho also showed a satisfied smile, he was proud of the players' wonderful performance.
In the 58th minute, Manchester United coach Mourinho replaced Erling Haaland, who performed a hat trick, with substitute striker Romelu Lukaku, and let him accept the individual cheers of Manchester United fans.
In the 62nd minute of the game, Manchester United central defender Kepler Laveran Lima Ferreira, also known as Pepe, showed his courage and bravery. Pepe keenly observed the passing intention of the Ajax players and decisively grabbed the ball. He was like a ferocious cheetah, successfully stealing the ball near the center circle. Pepe's grab not only stopped Ajax's attack, but also opened the horn for another attack for Manchester United.
After stealing the ball, Pepe did not hesitate at all. He quickly observed the situation on the field and then accurately passed the ball to midfielder Marco Verratti. The moment Marco Verratti received the ball, it was like an elegant conductor holding a baton. His eyes were full of calmness and wisdom. With his excellent sense of the ball, Marco Verratti received the ball without stopping and passed it directly into the penalty area with a clever pass.
The ball flew through the air like a meteor and headed straight for Manchester United's offensive area. At this time, striker Cody Gakpo rushed into the penalty area like a flash of lightning. Cody Gakpo was extremely fast, and his eyes were fixed on the flying football. Before the Ajax defenders could react, Cody Gakpo made a decisive decision - falling to the ground and shoveling.
Cody Gakpo's body stretched in the air, and his toes touched the football accurately. The ball changed direction under his touch and rushed towards the goal at a rapid speed. Although the Ajax goalkeeper made a save, he seemed helpless in the face of Cody Gakpo's powerful shovel shot. The ball went into the net, Cody Gakpo scored twice, and Manchester United extended the score to 0:7, tying the record for the biggest score difference in a single Champions League knockout match created by Bayern Munich in 2015 when they defeated Shakhtar Donetsk.
Cody Gakpo got up from the ground excitedly, and he ran to celebrate the goal. His teammates also ran over to share the joy with him. Pepe and Marco Verratti also smiled with satisfaction, and their efforts brought the team another wonderful goal.
The entire Johan Cruyff Arena fell into silence in an instant, and then the Ajax fans seemed to understand Manchester United's intentions and burst into harsh curses.
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