The Red Devils' revival starts with retaining Mourinho

On July 18, all the players of Manchester United's first team ended their short vacation and regrouped here. They were all in high spirits, with a vision of a new journey, surrounded by relevant staff in the fields of competition, business, and technology. Everyone gathered together and was about to start a special journey.

And the one carrying them was a luxury charter provided by the club's official jersey partner, Riyadh Airlines, an Airbus A380. When everyone approached the plane, the huge and shining metallic fuselage was like a mysterious and luxurious behemoth, quietly waiting for their arrival.

The moment they stepped into the plane, everyone was shocked by the luxurious decoration in front of them. The aisle of the plane was more spacious than imagined, and the ground was covered with thick, textured carpets. The soft touch seemed to be like stepping on clouds every step, and the carpet had exquisite patterns, with gold and silver threads interwoven in it, outlining patterns with Middle Eastern characteristics, as if telling the unique charm and mysterious style of the city of Riyadh.

On the walls on both sides of the aisle, there are huge LCD screens, which are playing classic game highlights of Manchester United and short films reviewing the club's glorious history. The clear pictures and shocking sound effects make the players stop and watch unconsciously while walking, sometimes showing a proud smile on their faces, and sometimes clenching their fists excitedly because of a wonderful moment.

Looking at the rows of seats, they are all made of top-grade leather, and the fine hand-stitching shows the nobility. The color of the seats is the kind of low-key and luxurious dark brown, and it also exudes a faint leather fragrance. Each seat is equipped with an independent massage function, as well as adjustable headrests and lumbar supports, allowing passengers to enjoy the flight time in the most comfortable posture. There is an exquisite control panel on the armrest of the seat, which can not only control various adjustments of the seat, but also connect to the entertainment system on the plane to choose your favorite movies, music or games.

In the front of the plane, there is a specially built luxurious lounge area. There are several large sofas here, and the fabric of the sofa is soft and smooth. Sitting on it is like being gently wrapped. The sofa is in the style of a Middle Eastern palace, with gorgeous backrests and armrests, and is decorated with some dazzling crystal decorations. Under the light of the plane, it reflects colorful light, like a dream. In the middle of the lounge is a huge coffee table. The tabletop is a whole piece of transparent glass. Under the glass are some precious photos, including the magnificent scenery of Saudi Arabia and the wonderful moments of the cooperation between Riyadh Airlines and Manchester United, which are of special commemorative significance.

The top of the plane is even more amazing. The lighting design simulating the starry sky creates a romantic and mysterious atmosphere. The twinkling lights make people feel as if they are in the vast universe, which makes people have infinite reverie.

After the players and staff took their seats one after another, the plane started slowly and flew towards the Saudi capital of Riyadh.

Club Chairman Luo Lie sat in his seat with a satisfied smile on his face. He turned his head and talked to Vice Chairman Nicky Butt. The conversation was full of expectations for this cooperation and the upcoming activities. The two looked around from time to time, feeling such a luxurious flight experience. CEO Ed Woodward was holding a tablet, looking through some business data, and from time to time he was whispering with partner sales director John Annabell about possible business cooperation opportunities in Saudi Arabia. His eyes were shrewd and capable.

Sports director Solskjaer stood up and walked along the aisle to the area where the players were. He first came to David De Gea, patted the goalkeeper on the shoulder, and joked with a smile: "Hey, David, you have to relax well in Riyadh this time, but you have to prepare for the tough battles in the new season when you come back." David De Gea also responded with a smile: "Don't worry, Solskjaer, I can't wait."

Head coach Mourinho sat in the front row, his eyes swept to the players behind him from time to time, and his serious face actually hid the expectation for this trip. Assistant coach Scholes and Rui Faria were discussing some simple training plans that might be arranged in Saudi Arabia. The two of them talked to each other and recorded the key points in the notebook from time to time. Rui Faria just handed over the work of Holstein Kiel Reserve Team a few days ago and just reported to Carrington Training Base. Mourinho arranged him to be Scholes' assistant. Judging from the division of labor of the coaching team during the period of just assembling, Scholes took on the work of both him and Van Nistelrooy last season, which is indeed quite heavy.

Young players Kobe Menou and Daniel GoEr excitedly fiddled with the entertainment system on the armrest of the seat. The two of them gathered together, looking at the various game options, arguing about which one to play first. Their energetic appearance made people laugh. Veterans like Cristiano Ronaldo and Pepe leaned back in their seats leisurely, closing their eyes to rest, as if they were accumulating strength, or perhaps recalling the years of past battles.

Marcus Rashford and Mason Greenwood, the good buddies who grew up together, sat together, listening to music with headphones, and occasionally shaking their heads to the rhythm, humming softly, immersed in their own music world.

However, when the staff pushed the dining cart over, they immediately became energetic, looking at the exquisite meals, their eyes were full of surprise. Silver tableware was placed on the dining car, shining under the lights. There were also a wide variety of food on the plates, including Saudi-style roast lamb, pilaf and other delicacies, which were fragrant, as well as Western meals that suited the players' tastes. The fruit salad was so fresh that it seemed to have just been picked from the orchard. Every meal was like a work of art, making people reluctant to eat it.

Erling Haaland looked at the table full of food with a big appetite. While eating, he said to his teammates sitting next to him: "This treatment is really good. This journey feels wonderful from the beginning." His teammates nodded in agreement.

After tasting the sumptuous food, the players began to find entertainment to kill time on this long journey.

Scott McTominay wore noise-canceling headphones, leaned forward slightly, and stared at the screen on the armrest of the seat in front of him with full concentration, as if everything around him had nothing to do with him. At this moment, he was following a suspense drama. The plot was at a critical moment, and the protagonist seemed to be in a desperate situation. Every subtle expression and every line with hidden secrets made him stare at it. His brows were sometimes furrowed, and sometimes relaxed. He was unconsciously mumbling in his mouth, as if he was giving advice to the protagonist, and was completely immersed in the ups and downs of the plot.

Juan Mata chose a warm and artistic film. He leaned back in a comfortable seat, with a soft light in his eyes and a slight smile on his lips. He was obviously moved by the delicate emotions and moving stories in the film. The sincere friendship between the protagonists in the film and the scenes full of life made him intoxicated, as if he was also in the beautiful story scene, temporarily forgetting the fatigue of the journey and the pressure of the upcoming competition.

On the other side, the game area was very lively. Young Jamal Musiala and Josh Gwadiol are playing a fierce football game together. Their fingers are jumping quickly on the control handles, and their eyes are full of tension and excitement. "Hurry up, defend the left side!" Jamal Musiala shouted, his voice full of anxiety, and his body swayed slightly, as if he was on the real court at this moment. Josh Gwadiol stared at the screen, gritting his teeth and operating, muttering: "Look at my kick, shoot!" As the football in the game drew a beautiful arc and flew into the goal, the two clapped their hands excitedly and cheered. The hearty laughter echoed in the cabin, attracting the attention of other players around, and some even laughed and joked with them.

Dani Olmo and Nico Williams each found a game console and played a racing game alone. They each chose a cool supercar and drove fast on the track in the game. Their eyes were focused, their hands were steady in controlling the direction, and every curve drift was done just right, and the skillful operation was as easy as his breakthrough on the court. Every time he surpassed an opponent's car, he would show a confident smile, immersed in this exciting game world, and enjoy this special moment of relaxation.

After about six hours of flight, the plane landed steadily on the runway of King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, like a giant bird returning to its nest. When the tires of the plane touched the ground, the Manchester United team felt the unique call from this passionate land.

The plane glided slowly, and before it completely stopped, everyone saw the shocking water gate ceremony outside the airport through the porthole. Two fire trucks raised their water dragons high, and the clear water intertwined into two crystal arches in the air. Under the reflection of the sun, it reflected colorful light, as if building a dreamlike bridge for the arrival of Manchester United. The water droplets drifted in the breeze, turning into fine mist, adding a bit of freshness and moisture to the hot air. When the plane passed under this water gate, it seemed as if it was receiving aThe grand and sacred baptism means that they are about to start a different chapter in Saudi Arabia.

The cabin door opened, and Manchester United players and staff walked down the gangway one after another. In an instant, thunderous cheers came. Saudi Arabia today is not the wealthy family that will start the gold and dollar offensive a few years later, with European stars everywhere. As the European four-time champion, Manchester United is the biggest European giant team to visit Riyadh this summer. Especially after welcoming back the legendary superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, Manchester United's appeal in Saudi Arabia has reached an unprecedented height at this time; the airport pick-up area has long been surrounded by enthusiastic fans, and the scene can be described as crowded and lively.

The fans waved various Manchester United flags in their hands, and the red ocean rolled and surged in the wind, like a burning flame, showing their passionate love for this team.

Some fans held up large posters with their favorite players' numbers and names. The faces of stars such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Edinson Cavani, and Raphael Varane were particularly eye-catching in the sun. The young fans rode on their fathers' shoulders, their faces flushed, and they desperately shouted the names of their idols. Although their childish voices were a little thin in this noisy environment, they were full of the purest admiration and expectation. Adult fans shouted while recording this unforgettable moment with their mobile phones. Their eyes were full of excitement and joy, as if they had met old friends who had been away for a long time.

The staff worked hard to maintain order and opened a passage for the Manchester United team to move forward. The players smiled and waved to the fans. From time to time, they stopped to take the autograph pens handed by the fans and signed their names on the jerseys, posters or footballs. Every autograph was met with even louder cheers and screams from the fans. The atmosphere on the scene became increasingly heated, and the passionate atmosphere almost ignited the entire airport.