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Chapter 403 In my heart, you are more important than this game!
"Coach, I want to play!"

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

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

In the last English League Cup match, Xia Xing wanted to play, but was blocked by Mourinho.

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

"Xia, I like you very much, I really can't put it down.

"But I can't play you in every game,
"I know very well that this game is all coming off the bench, and the possibility of winning is not high.
"If you play, then the team is likely to win,

"But so what?

"I'd rather not have the Carabao Cup,

"And give you rest,
"On hold!
"Manchester United's league and Europa League journeys are inseparable from you,

"You have to understand."

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

If it was replaced by young people such as Pogba and Mkhitaryan, Mourinho would directly reject it without even talking about it.

But Xia Xing was an exception.

Facing Mourinho, Xia Xing also patiently explained.

"You are kind to me, I understand, I especially understand.

"If this game is stuck between Liverpool and Chelsea in the league,
"I will definitely not ask you to fight,

"Because those two league games are 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 are too weak, we can definitely win,

"We play Fenerbahce at home, we have no problem,
"So even if I have a physical condition and I don't play in the next two games, it's fine.

"I have a lot of confidence in my teammates.

"But this game is different,
"It's the Carabao Cup, but it's a Manchester derby.

"I am looking forward.

"As someone who has been a Manchester United fan since I was a child, even the Manchester derby friendly is something I take very seriously!

"So I hope to be able to play this game, and I wish you all the best!"

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

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

"Then, I will be able to appear in the next game?"

"Row."

"Great!"

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

"clear."

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

"understand!"

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

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

In this game, Mourinho is determined to train.

If it wasn't for Xia Xing's debut, the fans wouldn't even watch the game.

Because of the summer trip, the game at Old Trafford was still full.

Manchester United fans want to see, under the leadership of Xia Xing, can Manchester United create a miracle?
But honestly, it's hard.

Many of Manchester City's main players did not play in this game.

Such as Aguero, David Silva, De Bruyne, Kompany and other players.

But even if most of the substitute lineup is on the stage, they are not weak.

The biggest reliance of Manchester City now is that their bench depth is extremely strong.

It is said that every time Manchester City has an intra-team match, it will be a dead end.

Even if the reason why the players are less confrontational is excluded, it proves that Manchester City's substitute lineup is not bad.

The starting forwards for this game are Sane, Ishinacho and Nolito.
The midfielder is led by Gundogan, Delph, Fernandinho and other players appear on the stage,

On the back line, young players such as Stones, Sagna, and Maffeo are in charge,
The goalkeeper is substitute goalkeeper Caballero.

This combination is not weak, even if they play in the Premier League, they are at the level of the European theater.

Facing Manchester United, they naturally aim to win.

Even a big win.

But Manchester United is different. They directly played a 5-4-1 formation in this game.

The single striker Rashford on the front line, with Lingard, Herrera and other players behind him,
Then Xia Xing sits in the midfield.

In this game, Xia Xing's position was far behind, standing in the position of a pure midfielder, with obvious tactical intentions.

It's just stick to it!

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

And Manchester United retreated with all their might.

With the exception of Rashford who stayed up front, everyone was in their own half.

In the opening 10 minutes, Manchester City scored three times, which was very threatening.

However, none of the final shots were within the range of the goal frame.

Because the shooting position is not in the penalty area.

With Xia Xing organizing the defense in the midfield, Manchester City can hardly reach the vicinity of Manchester United's penalty area.

In the 45 minutes of the first half, Xia Xing didn't make an attack, but Manchester City also didn't make an effective attack.

The referee blew his whistle and the first half was over.

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

"This first half, Manchester United defended very well.

"As much as I hate to praise him, it's the truth.

"Manchester City's lineup is definitely in the top six of the Premier League.
"But even so, they still couldn't tear through 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, their individual skills, their forced shots from long distances didn't work.

"United's defensiveness drove them a little 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 defense was not so obvious.

"Xia sits alone in the middle lane today, and his role is very prominent!
"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 is not only excellent in defense, but also top-notch in organization.
"If you have such a player on the team who is trying to organize the defense,

"Manchester United will go even further!
"Now Mourinho must be thinking -

"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 ahead of time, and stole the ball!
At this time, he suddenly ran diagonally and sprinted towards the left!
Now the Manchester City players are terrified!

What if I let him rush up?
The whole team moves quickly and defends Xia Xing!

However, after Xia Xing rushed to the left, he didn't take the ball forward, but made a long pass!

It was not handed over to Rashford who responded from the left front!

Instead, look for the open space in front right!
Lingard runs quickly and catches the ball!

He single-handedly!
Dash with the ball!

Take a low shot!

Join the network!

1 is better than 0!

Manchester United successfully counterattacked and scored a key goal!

(End of this chapter)