Star Card System

Leading 1-0 in the first half, Manchester United entered the second half with great momentum and high morale.

Although the players performed well, Mourinho still had to make substitutions.

Similarly, he replaced all 11 players on the field.

Rashford, Pogba, Mata, Lingard, Mkhitaryan, McTominay and other players all appeared on the field.

Compared with the starting midfielders, the substitutes have more distinct characteristics.

They are not as solid as Xia Xing and Matic in defense, but their counterattacks will be sharper.

In particular, the speed of players such as Rashford and Lingard is an important weapon.

And Manchester United did get more opportunities in the second half.

Pogba's wonderful pass, Rashford's fast running, and a low shot almost broke the net.

Navas's fingernail defense made Rashford return empty-handed in the end.

But this is not important. The most important thing is to continue to put pressure on Real Madrid, let them reduce their troops in the offense, and reduce the pressure on Manchester United.

This is also one of Mourinho's tactical attempts.

However, even though he imagined Real Madrid to be very strong, he still underestimated Real Madrid's offensive power in the end.

Real Madrid now has many superstars in the frontcourt. Even if they reduce the number of offensive players, they can still tear open Manchester United's defense with the cooperation between three or two world-class stars.

In the 65th minute of the game, Bale suddenly accelerated on the left!

McTominay couldn't keep up with him at all!

Chasing hard, but the distance was getting farther and farther!

Bale made a decisive cross!

Benzema was squeezed by Phil Jones and couldn't jump with all his strength.

But it doesn't matter!

He jumped hard, even if he couldn't exert force, it was enough to head the ball!

The ball flew to the right!

Ronaldo had already caught up!

Stop the ball, cycle past Ashley Young!

Shoot from a small angle!

The ball hit the net!

1 to 1!

Real Madrid scored a goal!

They tied the score!

This goal made Mourinho on the sidelines shake his head.

It's unstoppable, it's really unstoppable.

How to defend Real Madrid's series of attacks just now?

Unless there are heavy troops on the left to prevent Bale from rushing.

Unless Phil Jones in the middle is Ferdinand or Vidic in his prime, it is possible to prevent him from touching the ball.

Unless it's not Ashley Young but Xia Xing who defends Ronaldo on the left, it's possible to defend.

But is it possible?

With Manchester United's current situation on the field, it's impossible.

So this level of goal loss is not a problem of Manchester United's defense, but the opponent's attack is too strong.

This is a world-class offensive cooperation between world-class stars.

It's really amazing.

Seeing the team's situation, Mourinho decisively made another substitution adjustment.

He withdrew Mkhitaryan and replaced him with Damian.

Let the team change from 4-5-1 to 5-4-1.

Preventing Bale from rushing again is what he can do at this time.

Another thing is to compress the space in the backcourt and not give Real Madrid players space to shoot.

Such adjustments are effective immediately.

Within five minutes, both shots of Real Madrid hit Manchester United defenders.

Now the density of Manchester United players near the penalty area is extremely high, which makes Real Madrid's world-class attacking group scratch their heads.

Zidane frowned on the sidelines.

Fortunately, it was equalized. If he had played like this when Manchester United was leading just now, he would have been really anxious.

However, even if the mentality is better now, he still can't find an effective means of attack.

Zidane also started to make substitutions, letting C Ronaldo and other main players all leave the field and replace them with substitutes.

In this way, it is more difficult for them to tear open Manchester United's defense.

In the end, when the referee blew the final whistle, Manchester United tied the powerful Real Madrid 1-1.

Mourinho on the field breathed a sigh of relief.

Seeing Zidane walking towards him, Mourinho also walked over and shook hands in a friendly manner.

"Jose, you played hard today."

"Yeah, we almost won, what a pity."

"Are you preparing for the European Super Cup in advance?"

"Smart! That's what I planned! A friendly match between a Europa League champion and a Champions League champion, I must cherish this opportunity."

"Me too."

"Then I wish you good luck, see you in the Super Cup!"

"Goodbye!"

Back in the locker room, Mourinho did not criticize the players, but praised the defense.

"You did a good job in this game, even if you lost the ball, it is not your responsibility. But I still hope to see the strikers seize the opportunity better. When it comes to the official game, such a good opportunity is not easy to get. Come on, boys."

Looking at Mourinho, many players found it interesting.

When playing against the major league team, Mourinho was not happy with consecutive wins.

After losing to Barcelona, ​​he was not angry.

This game did not win, but was praised?

This coach is really unique.

Xia Xing had guessed Mourinho's thoughts a long time ago.

There will be a battle against Real Madrid soon.

European Super Cup, the pre-season drama of the whole Europe.

We must prepare in advance and study targeted tactics.

In addition, there is always a hunch in Xia Xing.

They may meet Real Madrid in the Champions League this season.

In order to move towards a more distant future, we must choose the right shoes in advance.

Lost to Barcelona and tied with Real Madrid.

With only 1 point in three games, Manchester United will definitely miss the International Champions Cup.

But Mourinho doesn't care.

It was originally a friendly match in a commercial model, as long as the soldiers are trained well.

Next, it is the final battle of this North American trip.

On July 27, Houston ushered in an important game.

For others, it was just a friendly match.

But for both sides, they must go all out!

Because this is a Manchester derby in a foreign country!

Manchester United VS Manchester City!

No matter where they go, the attributes of Manchester United and Manchester City as mortal enemies will not change.

There is no such thing as a friendly match between mortal enemies!

As long as they meet, it is a fight to the death!

In this game, Mourinho still rotated and tried different combinations.

Not long after the game started, Xia Xing intercepted Sterling's breakthrough on the left.

Facing Xia Xing, Sterling wanted to use his skills and speed to pass him, but was directly intercepted by Xia Xing!

What a joke!

Do you think you are Messi?

So presumptuous in front of me!

Xia Xing steals the ball and breaks through without hesitation!

He starts to attack along the left side!

Xia Xing's unique skill is reappeared at this moment!

De Bruyne and Fernandinho rush to steal at the same time!

Xia Xing has already rushed up, not caring!

With a light poke, he speeds around!

The ball passes between the two people!

Xia Xing flies past De Bruyne!

Easily breaks through and passes two people!

At this time, Yaya Toure quickly assists in defense!

The young Stones also comes up!

But Xia Xing doesn't care!

He doesn't choose to break through, but passes the ball straight!

The ball accurately finds Lukaku who is offside!

Lukaku receives the ball on the penalty area line and shoots directly with a low shot!

The ball goes straight into the far corner of the goal!

The ball goes in!

1-0!

Manchester United opens the scoring!

Wonderful breakthrough on the wing!

Wonderful pass and run cooperation!

Wonderful final shot! (End of this chapter)