Star card system.

Compared with competitors Manchester City, Liverpool, and Arsenal, Manchester United's opening game this season was very difficult.

Playing Chelsea in the first round is a lot of pressure.

The second round of the game went directly to the Manchester Derby, which required Manchester United players to quickly get into the rhythm of the game.

The opponent in the third round is Leicester City, who are also very strong.

Just say that these first three games are enough for Manchester United to drink a pot.

But for Solskjaer, he can't care so much. No matter how difficult the game is, he still has to play one game at a time.

On August 8, as the last game of the first round of the Premier League, Old Trafford finally waited for this battle.

On the sidelines of the pitch, Solskjaer saw an old acquaintance.

Lampard.

This summer, Lampard officially moved into Chelsea and became the new coach of the Blues.

Like Solskjaer, he is also a team star and has a deep reputation among fans.

"Man, long time no see."

"Long time no see. I didn't expect to meet you in the first league game."

"It's good. We are all newcomers anyway, so we can just do it."

"Haha, I like this, just do it!"

The two high-fived each other vigorously, with a determined smile on their faces.

At this time in the live broadcast room, Alan Shearer and Carragher were chatting about the new season.

“I didn’t expect that this season has just started and it’s so strong.”

"Yeah, especially the championship and runner-up last season, one was 5-0 and the other was 4-1, they were so impressive."

"It seems that the Premier League is more exciting this season, not bad."

"What do you think of today's game?"

"Of course Chelsea won!"

"Haha, I shouldn't ask you, a Manchester United scoundrel."

"I'm serious, Chelsea can definitely win."

"It still makes sense."

"Of course it makes sense. Look at the results of the previous friendly match between the two sides, and then look at today's starting lineup."

Alan Shearer stopped talking.

Even if Carragher didn't elaborate, Alan Shearer knew what the words meant.

Manchester United's recent friendly results have been mediocre. Although they have strengths and characteristics, they are incomparable to the devastation of the previous six-title winning season. Especially in the last game against Dortmund, they were tenaciously equalized by their opponents in a great situation of 3-0, and even almost overtook.

Under the leadership of Lampard, Chelsea has swept countless opponents in friendly matches, and the players are in excellent condition.

Looking at today's starting lineup, Chelsea also has a big advantage.

Goalkeeper Kepa, back four Marcos Alonso, Rudiger, Christensen and Azpilicueta, with Kante in the defensive midfield position.

This kind of defensive cooperation is definitely at the top level of the Premier League.

Although Manchester United is also good, in terms of overall defensive strength, it really can't compare to Chelsea.

Next to Kanter, there is Jorginho, who performed well last season. He and Kanter cooperate very well with each other and complement each other.

There is Giroud in the middle of the offensive line, with Pulisic, Mount and Pedro behind him.

This combination is very complementary, regardless of age structure or technical characteristics.

Compared to Chelsea, Manchester United is far behind.

Regardless of the young forward group in the frontcourt, as well as Victor Lindelof and Wan-Bissaka on the defense, they all lack experience.

Even the proud combination of Matic and Fred is hard to say is better than the combination of Kante and Jorginho. The only definite advantage is naturally Xia Xing's location.

He is Manchester United's biggest variable and the source of any miracles.

As long as Xia Xing is defended in this game, Manchester United will be defended half way.

Today Manchester United still uses a 4-2-3-1 formation.

Goalkeeper De Gea,

Four defenders: Ashley Young, Lindelof, Maguire, Wan-Bissaka,

Double defensive midfielder Matic and Fred,

Three attacking midfielders: Rashford, Xia Xing, and Daniel James.

Center Greenwood.

Lingard, Mata, Drinkwater, McTominay, Martial, Luke Shaw and other players are ready to go on the bench.

This lineup was developed by Solskjaer after several games, and he is very confident.

Especially the young striker trident, whom he loves very much, is his greatest expectation.

How far Manchester United can go this season depends not only on the performance of captain Xia Xing, but also on the performance of this young striker trident.

There are also young Wan-Bissaka and Lindelof, Solskjaer is also looking forward to it.

The referee's whistle sounds, Manchester Youth Army, set sail today!

Manchester United took the lead to kick off, and the forward trident passed the ball continuously, and the ball was handed to Xia Xing behind him.

Facing Xia Xing's control of the ball, Chelsea directly rushed three players to press!

Front midfielder Mount and Pedro, defensive midfielder Kante!

Two people shovel, one pulls!

At this time, even Alan Shearer in the live broadcast room laughed: "Xia is really good!"

There is indeed a card.

One is an English supernova and the prince of Chelsea, one is a Barcelona star and a talented striker who has won championships, and the other is one of the best defensive midfielders in the world, at least in the top three.

These three people rushed to grab at the same time, which shows the importance they attach to Xia Xing.

In particular, Mount's tackle blocked Xia Xing's passing angle.

Cut off Xia Xing, if not, at least prevent him from passing to the forward!

This is Chelsea's strategy!

But Chelsea fans will be disappointed.

The moment the two players put down their shovels, Xia Xing started!

He stepped down with his left foot, put a little force behind the ball, and bounced the ball up with the spin of his toes!

This is a ball-spin move!

At this time, the huge ball was no longer a ball in front of Xia Xing, it seemed to have turned into a pinball!

Talking about the ball, two Chelsea players' tackles were ineffective!

Xia Xing quickly took off and jumped over the bodies of the two of them!

Kanter pulled hard from the side, trying to stop Xia Xing even if he committed a foul!

But how could he hold Xia Xing back?

Xia Xing pulled hard, and Kanter stumbled!

With just one move, Xia Xing got rid of the three Chelsea players who were attacking him!

At this time, Chelsea's central goal is wide open!

Jorginho was in a forward position and it was too late to return to defense!

Kanter was also thrown away by Xia Xing, and now there is no defensive player around Xia Xing!

The four defenders on Chelsea's defense were all suppressed by Manchester United's trident and were unable to attack!

Xia Xing took a few steps forward, adjusted his position, and started shooting!

38 meters away from the goal, the ball has no angle and hits the upper right corner of the goal!

Kepa reacted quickly and jumped up quickly!

In the Spanish national team, Kepa has the momentum to replace De Gea.

In this game, he is looking forward to overpowering his opponent with a wonderful performance!

Facing Xia Xing's shot, he reacted quickly!

But in front of Xia Xing's explosive shot, he was still a step too slow!

He felt a gust of wind on his fingertips!

Next, there were loud cheers from the Old Trafford Stadium!

The ball went in!

1 is better than 0!

Manchester United opens the scoring!

Xia Xing shocked the whole audience! (End of chapter)