Football: Starting from being abandoned by Barcelona

In Manchester City's backcourt, Kompany and Otamendi also played a key role. Their tackles and interceptions resolved Manchester United's attacks again and again.

The pace of the game was getting faster and faster, the atmosphere on the field was getting more and more tense, and the physical fitness of the players on both sides began to face the test.

And the score was still 0-0.

The night at Old Trafford was long, short, and full of passion and unknowns.

The cheers of the fans spread out like a wave, turning this legendary stadium into a huge energy field.

And on the court, the fight between the players on both sides became more and more intense.

They seemed tireless and painless, just for the coveted victory.

In the 15th minute, Manchester City's Fernandinho accidentally kicked Martial's foot in a steal.

The referee took out the yellow card without hesitation and gave Fernandinho a warning.

Fernandinho was somewhat dissatisfied, but he still accepted the referee's decision. In such a game, any detail may change the direction of the game.

And Manchester United was not to be outdone.

In the 35th minute, Mata tackled Li Lei from behind in a defense, and the referee took out a yellow card again, this time, it was given to Mata.

Li Lei fell to the ground in pain, holding his ankle. Manchester City's medical team quickly entered the field to check Li Lei's injury.

Fortunately, Li Lei was not seriously injured.

After a simple treatment, he returned to the field, and Mata apologized to Li Lei with an apologetic look.

These two yellow cards also became a microcosm of this game.

They showed the intensity of the game and the fighting spirit and determination of the players on both sides.

The fight in the midfield became the focus of this game. Fernandinho and Schweinsteiger, Mata and De Bruyne, they launched a peak duel in the midfield.

Every steal and every tackle made the atmosphere on the scene more tense.

The shouts of the fans also became louder.

The game has reached the 40th minute, and the score is still 0-0.

Both sides are looking for breakthroughs and opportunities, but the strong defense makes it extremely difficult to score.

Li Lei kept trying in the frontcourt, but he could not get rid of the entanglement of Manchester United defenders.

And Rooney, under Manchester City's layers of defense, had difficulty finding a chance to shoot.

The half is about to end, and both sides are preparing for the final attack.

Everyone knows that the second half will be a more intense and cruel contest.

The night at Old Trafford is still going on, and the two Manchester heroes are still fighting.

And the fans are still using their enthusiasm to ignite this night.

The first half is about to end, and both sides are preparing for the final attack. At this time, Manchester United seized a rare opportunity.

Martial got the ball in the midfield and started quickly.

He was like a flash of lightning, breaking through Manchester City's defense in an instant.

Seeing that he was about to break into the penalty area, Manchester City's old captain Kompany had to make a difficult decision.

In the 45th minute, Kompany tackled Martial from behind and stopped this dangerous attack.

The referee took out the yellow card without hesitation and gave Kompany a warning.

Kompany fell to the ground in pain, but he knew that this was necessary.

If it weren't for his foul, Manchester United might have taken the lead.

Li Lei ran to Kompany, stretched out his hand to pull him up and said: "Captain is awesome, it has to be you! If it weren't for you, our efforts in the first half would be invalid!"

Kompany smiled, patted Li Lei on the shoulder and joked: "It's nothing for me, but you, hurry up and score for me, then our defense will be easy."

Li Lei nodded, patted his chest and said: "Leave it to me!"

The staff on the sidelines raised the substitute card, which showed that there would be three minutes of stoppage time in the first half.

These three minutes are crucial for both sides.

Manchester City needs to stabilize its position and not have any more defensive loopholes, while Manchester United needs to seize the last opportunity to try to take the lead before the end of the first half.

At the beginning of the stoppage time, the two sides started a fierce fight again. Li Lei kept looking for opportunities in the frontcourt and tried to get rid of the defense of Manchester United's defenders.

But Manchester United's defense was extremely tenacious, and every attempt by Li Lei was resolved by them.

The three minutes of stoppage time passed by in a tense atmosphere.

Finally, the referee blew the whistle to end the first half.

The score was still 0-0, and neither side scored a goal in the first half.

On the way to the locker room, Li Lei took the water bottle handed by the staff.He needs to adjust his condition as soon as possible and prepare for the second half.

In the locker room, Guardiola is making tactical arrangements for the players.

"We need more offense," Guardiola said, "Li Lei, in the second half, I need you to create more threats in the front court."

Li Lei nodded to show that he understood. This is his responsibility and his opportunity.

"And in defense, we must be more cautious," Guardiola continued, "Kompany, you have received a yellow card. In the second half, you need to be more careful."

In the Manchester United locker room, Van Gaal calmly scanned every player and began the tactical arrangement during the halftime break.

"The performance in the first half was OK, but we need to make some adjustments in the second half." He pointed his finger at the tactical board with a firm and decisive tone.

"Luke Shaw, you need to strengthen your defense against Li Lei in the second half and don't let him take advantage of you."

"Fellaini, fight more in the middle and put pressure on the opponent; Martial, you need to connect more and create more space to create opportunities for the wingers."

Van Gaal arranged the tasks for everyone one by one, his eyes revealing his desire for victory.

"We are Manchester United, never give up! In the second half, I want to see your fighting spirit of not fearing challenges and moving forward courageously!"

"And Rooney," he looked at the captain, "you wasted several chances in the first half."

"In the second half, I need you to run more in the frontcourt, seize every opportunity, and attack like a real shooter!"

"Remember, the game is only truly over when the last second of the whistle blows."

"Before that, everything is possible!" Van Gaal looked around at everyone present, "Everyone, for Manchester United, for victory, let's go all out in the second half!"

"For Manchester United!" The locker room erupted with uniform shouts, and everyone rekindled their fighting spirit to win.

Van Gaal nodded with satisfaction, he knew that the Red Devils were bound to win this game.