The Red Devils' revival starts with retaining Mourinho

In the 15th minute, the situation of the game suddenly reversed. Brighton midfielder Dale Stephens appeared like a ghost behind Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes. Bruno Fernandes was about to pass the ball, but he didn't notice the danger behind him. Dale Stephens seized the opportunity and stole the ball from Bruno Fernandes' feet at lightning speed. He was skilled in footwork, and almost at the same time as the steal, he passed the ball to the team's midfield core Gordon Murray, who passed the ball directly to Brighton center forward Jose Izquierdo who had been lying in ambush in front.

After receiving the ball, Jose Izquierdo did not hesitate at all, and his eyes showed a determination. He quickly advanced to the front of the penalty area with the ball, and at this time Manchester United defenders Joshko Gwadiol and Ruben Dias rushed up to try to stop his attack. However, he was not moved at all. He just pulled his right foot back suddenly and then kicked the ball hard. The ball flew towards the goal like a bullet out of a gun, with a whistling sound of wind.

Although David De Gea made a save, the speed of the ball was too fast, and he could only watch the ball fly into the goal. The cheers at Old Trafford came to an abrupt end, replaced by the cheers of Brighton fans, and the score became 1:1.

In the 36th minute, the rhythm of the game was still tense and intense. Brighton's right back Bernardo Fernandez showed a tenacious fighting spirit. He kept a close eye on every move of Manchester United's left back Theo Fernandez. When Theo Fernandez moved forward to participate in the attack, Brighton's right back Bernardo Fernandez seized this fleeting opportunity. He pounced on it like a ferocious lion and neatly stole the ball from Theo Fernandez's feet.

After the successful steal, Brighton quickly launched a quick counterattack. Bernardo Fernandez passed the ball to Brighton striker Anthony Konoquet.

Anthony Konoquet received the ball and rushed along the right side. Facing Joshko Gvardiol who came to assist in the defense, his footwork was fully utilized. His body swayed left and right, constantly changing the rhythm, making Joshko Gvardiol unpredictable.

Joshko Gvardiol tried to kick the ball, but he was always cleverly avoided. After shaking Joshko Gvardiol, Anthony Konoquet did not hesitate at all. He gently pushed the ball with his right foot and shot the ball into the dead corner of the goal. Although Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea tried his best to save the ball, he still couldn't stop the ball from entering the net. Brighton overtook the score, 1:2.

The first half of the game entered a white-hot stage, and the players on both sides were running and fighting desperately for victory.

In the first minute of injury time in the first half, Theo Fernandez was holding back his energy. He knew that his previous mistakes had caused trouble for the team, and he urgently needed to make up for his mistakes. Just when Brighton striker Jose Izquierdo was in control of the ball, Theo Fernandez approached quietly like a ghost. His eyes were fixed on the ball, and when Jose Izquierdo was a little careless, he stole the ball from the opponent's feet with a lightning move.

Theo Fernandez had only one thought in his mind, that is, to attack.

He rushed forward like a wild horse with the ball. Brighton's first defensive player, forward Anthony Knocket, rushed up, and Theo Fernandez easily passed him with a beautiful Marseille turn.

Brighton midfielder Dale Stephens quickly came to help defend and tried to block his way with his body, but Theo Fernandez lifted the ball up and passed it over the opponent's head.

Brighton midfielder Gordon Murray and center back Leon Balogun came over at the same time, but Theo Fernandes remained calm, as if he had a thousand changing skills under his feet. He first pulled the ball to the left, then suddenly pushed it to the right, successfully passing them.

At this time, Theo Fernandes had reached the front of the penalty area, with wisdom flashing in his eyes. He made a fake shot, and Brighton's other center back Ben Barkley and goalkeeper Matthew Ryan were confused by his action and made defensive and save moves.

However, Theo Fernandes cleverly passed the ball to Marcus Rashford at this moment. Marcus Rashford faced the empty goal without any pressure. He gently pushed the ball with his right foot, and the ballIt rolled steadily into the goal. Old Trafford was once again filled with deafening cheers, and the score became 2:2.

After the restart, the first half ended soon after the referee blew the whistle. During the halftime break, in the home team locker room at Old Trafford, Manchester United coach Mourinho frowned and summoned the players to the locker room. His eyes were serious, and after the players gathered around him, he began his tactical deployment.

"Boys, our performance in the first half had highlights and mistakes." Mourinho's voice was steady and powerful, "Ashraf Hakimi, your steal and breakthrough in the first half were very exciting, and we need more aggressive attacks like this. But Theo Fernandez, your defensive mistakes cannot happen again, and you must always stay focused." Theo Fernandez lowered his head slightly, knowing that his mistakes put the team in a passive position.

Mourinho continued: "In the midfield, Rodrigo Hernandez, you need to strengthen your control of the ball. Jesse Lingard and Bruno Fernandes, you need to participate more in the organization of the offense and create more opportunities for the forwards." Bruno Fernandes nodded. He knew that he lost the ball after being intercepted by the opponent in the first half, and he had to be more cautious in the second half.

"Jamal Musiala, Romelu Lukaku and Marcus Rashford, you need to move more flexibly in the frontcourt and make more use of the gaps in the opponent's defense. We can't be satisfied with a draw. We are Manchester United and we want to win." Mourinho's words hit the hearts of every player like a heavy hammer.

In the dressing room of the visiting team Brighton, head coach Chris Hughton was also making tense arrangements. His expression was serious, but there was a hint of excitement in his eyes. "Boys, we performed very well in the first half. We successfully overtook the score. Although we were tied in the end, it also proved that we have the ability to compete with Manchester United."

"Defenders, you have to pay attention to the marking of Manchester United's offensive players, especially Ashraf Hakimi and Theo Fernandes, who have strong breakthrough ability." Chris Hughton said, "Midfielders, you have to strengthen the pressing of the ball and not let Manchester United control the ball easily. Forwards, you have to seize every opportunity to counterattack and create threats to their goal."

With the referee's whistle, the second half of the game officially began.

Manchester United took the lead in the attack. After Bruno Fernandes received the ball in the midfield, his eyes were as sharp as a hawk, and he quickly observed the situation on the field. He used a clever feint to shake off Brighton midfielder Gordon Murray, and then passed the ball to Ashraf Hakimi on the right.

After Ashraf Hakimi received the ball, he quickly broke through along the side like a flash of lightning. Brighton defender Ben Barkley rushed up to try to stop him. Achraf Hakimi took his time, cut inside beautifully, dribbled past the defense, and passed the ball into the penalty area. Romelu Lukaku jumped high and tried to head the ball, but Brighton defender Bernardo Fernandez stuck close to him, disrupting his jump and the ball was headed off.

Not to be outdone, Brighton quickly organized a counterattack. Brighton midfielder Gordon Murray quickly passed the ball to striker Anthony Connockate, who used his excellent speed to break through the gap in Manchester United's defense. Seeing this, Ruben Dias rushed up and blocked the opponent's way with his strong body. Anthony Connockate tried to force a breakthrough, but Ruben Dias's defense was very solid and he successfully intercepted the ball.

The game continued, and the players of both sides fought back and forth on the field.

After Jesse Lingard received the ball in the midfield, he saw Jamal Musiala's running position in front of him. He passed the ball to Jamal Musiala with a precise long pass. After receiving the ball, Jamal Musiala flexibly got rid of the defense of a Brighton defender Bernardo Fernandez, and then shot at the front of the penalty area. The ball drew a beautiful arc and flew towards the goal. Brighton goalkeeper Matthew Ryan reacted quickly, he jumped up and saved the ball from the bottom line.

A corner kick was taken, and Ruben Dias jumped high and tried to head the ball. But Brighton's defenders built a solid wall in the penalty area, and Ruben Dias' header was blocked by the opponent's defender.

Brighton is also looking for opportunities to attack.Yes. Their midfielders penetrated the front of Manchester United's penalty area through a series of short passes. After receiving the ball, Brighton striker Anthony Knocket forced a shot under the defense of Theo Fernandez. The ball was blocked by Theo Fernandez with his body, changed direction, and flew out of the baseline.

As the game progressed, the physical strength of both sides was gradually declining, but their fighting spirit was not diminished at all.

After Marcus Rashford received the ball on the left, he tried to break through Brighton's right back Bernardo Fernandez. He used a quick change of direction to try to shake off the opponent, but Brighton's right back Bernardo Fernandez was experienced in defense. He stuck closely to Marcus Rashford and did not give him a chance to break through. Marcus Rashford had no choice but to pass the ball back to Rodrigo Hernandez behind him.

After Rodrigo Hernandez received the ball, he did not rush to attack, but observed the situation on the field. He saw Bruno Fernandes's space at the front of the penalty area, and he passed the ball to Bruno Fernandes with a precise straight pass. After receiving the ball, Bruno Fernandes shot directly. The ball was very fast, but Brighton's goalkeeper Matthew Ryan once again showed his excellent saving ability, and he held the ball firmly in his arms.

In a counterattack, Brighton striker Jose Izquierdo received a pass from his teammate in the penalty area. He dribbled past Josh Gwadiol's defense and then shot. But David De Gea reacted quickly and saved the ball from the bottom line.

The game entered the final stage, and the players on both sides tried their best.

In an attack by Manchester United, Jamal Musiala received a pass from Romelu Lukaku in the penalty area. He tried to turn and shoot, but Brighton's defenders surrounded him tightly and did not give him a chance to shoot. Jamal Musiala had to pass the ball to Marcus Rashford next to him, whose shot was blocked by Brighton defender Bernardo Fernandez.

Brighton also launched a crazy attack at the last moment. Their midfielder got a free kick opportunity at the front of the penalty area. The penalty kicker stood in front of the ball, took a deep breath, and then kicked the ball. The ball went around the wall and flew towards the goal. David De Gea made a wonderful save and saved the ball from going out of the baseline.

As the referee's whistle sounded, the game ended and the two sides finally shook hands and made peace with 2:2. Although neither side was able to win, the excitement of this game made the fans on the scene feast their eyes.