Star Card System

In this game, Manchester United only fielded half of the main players.

This is completely different from Mourinho's confidence before the game.

In fact, there is a reason for this.

Although Mourinho attaches great importance to this game, he attaches more importance to the European Super Cup in a few days.

After all, that game is a European-level championship event, and the opponent is Real Madrid, which is very important.

Therefore, Rooney, Ibrahimovic, Carrick and other veterans did not enter the main list.

This game is still 4-2-3-1.

Goalkeeper De Gea,

Four defenders Luke Shaw, Smalling, Phil Jones, Damian,

Double defensive midfielders Pogba, Matic,

Three front midfielders Xia Xing, Lingard and Mkhitaryan,

Center Lukaku.

Such a starting lineup looks very young.

Of course, it is also more impactful.

Especially facing Chelsea, which is full of oppression under Conte's coaching, tit for tat.

Conte still uses a three-back formation today, which is his good way of arranging troops.

Goalkeeper Courtois,

Three defenders Gary Cahill, Christensen, Azpilicueta,

Four midfielders Marcos Alonso, Bakayoko, Kante, Drinkwater,

Attack midfielder Fabregas,

Double forwards Hazard, Morata.

Such a lineup is very distinctive.

Especially the total three-man team, each with its own strengths.

Fabregas's passing and long shots, Hazard's dribbling and ball control, Morata's running and final blow.

If the three can play to their strengths, then it will definitely be a top trident.

However, judging from the performance in the pre-season friendly match, the three are still running in.

Not only are there some problems with the cooperation of the three, but the three are not in very good condition.

For example, Hazard, who is caught in rumors of a transfer to Real Madrid, is obviously mentally unstable, and the transfer window has not closed yet, so everything is possible.

Fabregas is pretty good, but Conte asked him to try to get closer to the goal, and he is still adapting.

Morata has not shown the strength of a top center forward since he transferred to the Blues, and his shooting is sometimes effective and sometimes ineffective.

But even so, Conte still has high expectations for him.

After all, it is a center forward bought at a high price, so it cannot be wasted.

In the midfield position, a new combination made a shining debut.

Former Leicester City midfield double star - Kante and Drinkwater.

On the court, the two walked towards Manchester United at the same time and greeted Xia Xing enthusiastically.

And Xia Xing also trotted over and hugged the two tightly.

"Xia!"

"Guys!"

Looking at Kante and Drinkwater in front of him, Xia Xing was amazed.

"I didn't expect that both of you guys would join Chelsea. One is the best defensive midfielder in the world, and the other is the top all-around midfielder in the Premier League. With the two of you together, Chelsea will have a hard time playing in the new season."

"Stop talking nonsense. Manchester United has you, which is equivalent to poaching half of the Leicester City team."

"Exaggerated..."

"You are even more exaggerated. How can you be the best defensive midfielder in the world or the top all-around midfielder in the Premier League?"

"Well, the saying of the best defensive midfielder in the world is indeed a bit exaggerated, but the saying of the top all-around midfielder in the Premier League is okay."

"..."

"Hahaha!"

The three brothers were all smiles together, and even forgot that they would become opponents and fight against each other.

That blue era of Leicester City was really wonderful for them...

The warm-up time was over, and after a short rest in the locker room, the two sides returned to the field.

The head coach blew the whistle and the game officially began!

Chelsea took the lead in kicking off. They passed the ball in the midfield and handed it to Hazard.

Although Fabregas is the core of Chelsea's frontcourt passing and is responsible for distributing the ball, in the hearts of his teammates, Hazard is still the soul of Chelsea.

Hazard, who was once called "the third man after Messi and Ronaldo", his strength should not be underestimated.

With excellent passing and shooting, and super-giant dribbling, such a star is the top in the Premier League.

He got the ball on the left and directly passed Pogba who was stealing.

In the position of defensive midfielder, Pogba was still quite active in defense today.

But even so, he failed to steal the ball from Hazard's feet.

Hazard quickly advanced on the left!

Damian steals!

Hazard decisively cuts inside!

This small range of speed made Damian unable to keep up!

And Hazard did not continue to go in greedily, he kicked the ball into the far corner on the goal line!

He chose the outside of his left foot to shoot!

This shot is very hidden!

De Gea made a desperate save and punched the ball out with both fists!

This shot is beautiful, and this save is equally wonderful!

Two minutes later, Hazard attacked from the wing again.

This time he chose to go straight to the middle and advance quickly!

He passed Mkhitaryan and Lingard who was chasing back!

Facing the physical confrontation of Matic, Hazard once again used his light footwork!

Matic missed the ball!

Although the Serbian midfielder quickly chased back and did not let Hazard run too far, it also gave the opponent a chance to shoot!

Take a long shot!

This shot was at a very high angle!

Going straight to the far corner!

De Gea chose his position in advance again and lifted the ball steadily over the crossbar!

Chelsea missed the goal again!

After two consecutive shots, the Manchester United defenders looked a little unhappy.

In the following period, their defense against Hazard increased significantly, and the physical confrontation also came up.

Although Hazard is not weak physically, he is still a little worse than tough guys like Matic and Smalling.

During this period, he had no chance to advance and attack.

But even so, he was still working hard to create opportunities.

In the 11th minute of the game, Hazard created another cross opportunity.

Because Smalling's forward pressure prevented Hazard's forward insertion, but Morata had an opportunity.

When Hazard was in control of the ball, Morata had already started to accelerate!

Phil Jones was left behind by him!

Hazard passed the ball at the right time!

Morata pushed the ball with his right foot in the penalty area!

The ball went wide of the goal.

Manchester United escaped.

Five minutes later, Morata got another chance.

This time it was Manchester United's corner defense, and even Lukaku returned to the penalty area to help fight for the high point.

And this time he did grab it.

The ball was touched down!

But the second point is still at the feet of the Chelsea players!

It's Morata!

During the header just now, Morata was not in front of the penalty area.

Although he is tall, his header is not particularly good, and his footwork is better.

So he has been waiting for an opportunity outside the crowd.

Now, the opportunity has come!

The ball flew in front of him!

Morata volleyed!

The left foot was fully exerted!

It was high.

The ball flew to the stands, and Manchester United fans booed.

Such a good opportunity, even Xia Xing felt a little sorry for Morata.

And Lukaku trotted over, his face full of disbelief.

"Just now you pushed with your right foot, and it was off.

"Now you volley with your left foot, and it's high.

"No, buddy, you are double-footed?"