The Red Devils' revival starts with retaining Mourinho

The charm of the "Double Reds" lies in the two iron-blooded teams, and there is no option to give up. Liverpool did not give up when they fell behind. They continued to strengthen their offense and tried to equalize the score.

In the 38th minute, Mohamed Salah's breakthrough on the right side was very sharp, causing great trouble for Manchester United's defense. Salah's breakthrough cross found Roberto Firmino in the penalty area. Firmino, under the double-team of Manchester United defenders, still grabbed the landing point with his excellent personal ability, and then headed the ball. Although David De Gea made a wonderful save, the ball still bounced off the ground and went into the net.

2:2, Liverpool equalized the score again.

As the game time went on, the first half entered the last five or six minutes. At this time, the tense atmosphere at Old Trafford became more and more intense, and everyone could feel the gunpowder in the air.

Although Liverpool equalized the lead twice, the Manchester United players were not discouraged at all. They were eager to take the lead again in these last few minutes and deal a heavy blow to Liverpool. Bruno Fernandes, as the core of Manchester United's midfield, constantly directed his teammates to attack. His eyes were firm and sharp, always looking for loopholes in Liverpool's defense.

In an attack, Bruno Fernandes received a pass from defender Ashraf Hakimi. He made a slight adjustment and immediately sent a penetrating through ball, aiming directly at striker Edinson Cavani. Edinson Cavani was like a black lightning, quickly starting and rushing towards Liverpool's penalty area. Liverpool defenders Joel Matip and Virgil van Dijk did not dare to neglect and hurried forward to block. Edinson Cavani showed his rich experience and excellent physical fitness. He cleverly used his body to protect the ball and tried to find a chance to shoot. However, Liverpool's defense was very tight, and Edinson Cavani could not get rid of their entanglement. In the end, in desperation, Cavani could only pass the ball back to Marco Verratti who followed up.

After receiving the ball, Marco Verratti took a long shot without any hesitation. The ball flew towards Liverpool's goal like a cannonball, with great power and speed. Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker was fully focused, and he reacted quickly and flew to save the ball. After the ball bounced out of the penalty area, it was grabbed by Liverpool midfielder Jordan Henderson. Henderson immediately launched a counterattack, and he made a long pass to Sadio Mané in the frontcourt.

After receiving the ball, Mané immediately showed his speed and explosiveness. He rushed towards Manchester United's penalty area like a wild horse. Manchester United defenders Theo Fernandez and Raphael Varane hurried back to defend. Mané's speed was too fast, and they could only chase him desperately. After Mané entered the penalty area, facing Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea, he chose a low shot. De Gea reacted quickly and fell to the ground to save the ball from the bottom line.

Liverpool got a corner kick opportunity. Jordan Henderson walked to the corner flag area, ready to take the corner kick. At this time, Liverpool players rushed into Manchester United's penalty area, ready to compete for headers. Manchester United's players were also on high alert, they kept a close eye on Liverpool's players, not daring to relax at all. Henderson took a high-quality corner kick, and the ball flew to the center of Manchester United's penalty area. Virgil van Dijk jumped high, and his header was very threatening. However, Manchester United defender Ruben Dias stepped up at the critical moment, and he used his body to block the ball out of the baseline.

Immediately afterwards, Manchester United launched another attack. After Rodrigo Hernandez got the ball in the midfield, he made a wonderful two-on-one cooperation with Bruno Fernandez. Rodrigo Hernandez dribbled forward and saw Theo Fernandez on the left side rushing in at high speed. Rodrigo Hernandez sent a diagonal pass without hesitation, and the ball accurately found Theo. After receiving the ball, Theo Fernandez cut directly into the penalty area. Liverpool defender Andrew Robertson rushed forward to defend. Theo Fernandes showed his excellent dribbling skills, and he kept shaking, trying to get rid of Robertson's defense. Robertson stuck to Theo tightly, not giving him any chance to shoot. In the end, Theo Fernandes had no choice but to pass the ball back to Bruno Fernandes.

After receiving the ball, Bruno Fernandes sent another through ball, this time the target was Cody Gakpo. After Gakpo received the ball, he turned and faced Liverpool's goal. He saw that Liverpool's defenders had surrounded him, and without hesitation, he shot directly. However, the shot was blocked by Liverpool defender Joel Matip with his body. After the ball bounced out, it was caught by Liverpool midfielder Fabio Enrique.·Tavares grabbed it. Tavares immediately launched a counterattack, and he made a long pass to Roberto Firmino in the frontcourt.

After Firmino received the ball, he made a wonderful cooperation with Sadio Mane. The two of them passed the ball continuously, trying to break through Manchester United's defense. Manchester United's defenders defended hard, they stared at Firmino and Mane closely, and dared not relax at all. In the end, under the tight defense of Manchester United's defenders, Firmino and Mane did not find a chance to shoot.

In this way, in the last five or six minutes of the first half, Manchester United and Liverpool still played back and forth. Both sides created some opportunities, but neither was able to score again. With the referee's whistle, the first half of the game ended. The players on both sides were a little tired, but their eyes were full of fighting spirit.

Throughout the first half, players from both sides showed extremely high competitive level and tenacious fighting spirit. The goals of Theo Fernandez, Cody Gakpo, Roberto Firmino and Sadio Mane also made this game full of highlights. The fans at Old Trafford also feasted their eyes and they looked forward to the two sides continuing to present wonderful games in the second half.

"Looking back at the four goals in the first half, each one was full of drama and excitement. Theo Fernandez's goal showed his speed and courage, and Cody Gakpo's long shot showed his personal ability and shooting skills. Roberto Firmino's goal showed his keen sense of smell and ability to grab points in the penalty area. And Sadio Mane's goal highlighted his speed and calmness." In the live broadcast room of Sky TV in the UK, commentator Jamie Carragher was commenting on the four goals of the two teams in the first half.

"Yes, the first half of this "Red Derby" was undoubtedly a wonderful football feast, worthy of the title of "England's National Derby". I am full of expectations for the second half of the game." Another commentator Gary Neville also said excitedly.

At the same time, the tense atmosphere in the locker rooms of both sides was like a volcano about to erupt.

In the home team locker room of Manchester United, head coach Mourinho stood among the players, his eyes firm and sharp, as if he could penetrate everyone's soul.

"Boys, we played well in the first half, but it's not enough." Mourinho's voice was steady and powerful, echoing in the locker room, "We scored two goals, but we also conceded two goals. In the second half, we must continue to strengthen midfield control."

He paused slightly, glanced at the players, and then said: "Bruno, your organization and dispatch are very good, but you must be more decisive in the second half and seize every opportunity to send a fatal pass to the striker. Marco, you must continue to maintain your passing accuracy and pay attention to cooperation with your teammates. Don't let Liverpool easily break through our midfield defense. Rodrigo, you must strengthen your defensive hardness and don't give their midfielders too much space."

Mourinho walked to Theo Fernandez , patted his shoulder, "Theo, you performed very well in the first half. Your speed and breakthrough posed a fatal threat to the opponent. In the second half, the opponent should have targeted arrangements for your forward insertion. In the first fifteen minutes, you should recover a little bit to help the midfield and backcourt control the situation and bring out the people who are specifically defending you." Then he turned to Ashraf Hakimi and said, "Hakimi, at the beginning of the second half, pay more attention to your forward insertion on the right and disrupt their defense for me."

He raised his voice again, "Remember, we are Manchester United, we want to show our dominance and strength at Old Trafford. In the second half, continue to strengthen midfield control and don't give Liverpool any chance."

The players listened quietly to Mourinho's arrangements, their eyes full of fighting spirit. Bruno Fernandez nodded slightly, knowing that he had a heavy responsibility for the entire midfield. Marco Verratti clenched his fists tightly, and he was determined to play at a higher level in the second half. Rodrigo Hernandez straightened his chest, ready to show his hardness in defense.

In Liverpool's locker room, Klopp paced back and forth, and the players followed him closely.

"Guys! We showed a strong fighting spirit in the first half, but it's not enough. We must increase our offensive aggression." Klopp's voice was passionate and powerful. "Our defense is responsible for the two goals. In the second half, the defense must pay attention to the quality of the ball."

He walked to Joel Matip and Virgil van Dijk, "Matip, Van Dijk, you are the core of our defense. You must be decisive when you pass the ball, and don't hesitate. You must accurately find your teammates in the midfield and don't let Manchester United grab the ball."

Klopp looked at Andrew Robertson and James Milner, "Robertson, Milner, you should actively participate in the attack on the wing, but also pay attention to the defense. When you pass the ball, you must be quick and not let Manchester United's forwards easily steal the ball. Our back line is not only for defense, but also for the team's offensive organization. "

Then, he walked to Sadio Mane and patted him on the shoulder, "Mane, your speed is our offensive weapon. In the second half, you must be more decisive in attacking the opponent's defense line without any hesitation. When you get the ball, just like a cheetah chasing prey, go forward bravely. "

Then, he looked at Roberto Firmino, "Firmino, your running and support are very important. You must participate more actively in the offense, use your wisdom and technology to create opportunities for your teammates, and dare to shoot yourself. "

Klopp looked at Mohamed Salah again, "Salah, you are one of our offensive cores. In the second half, you should use your dribbling and shooting abilities to create more pressure on Manchester United's defense. Don't be afraid of confrontation, use your aggression to break their defense. "

He glanced at all the players, "Remember, we are Liverpool, we have the spirit of never giving up. Now, we have to increase the aggressiveness of our offense and let Manchester United feel our strength. Break through their defense, for victory, for our glory, do our best! "

Liverpool's players were infected by Klopp's passion. They shouted in unison to express their determination. Matip and Van Dijk looked at each other. They knew they had a great responsibility. Robertson and Milner clenched their fists, ready to play a greater role on the wing.

The halftime break passed quickly, and the players of both sides stepped onto the grass of Old Trafford again. The atmosphere at Old Trafford was still tense and warm after the halftime break. The shouts of fans from both sides seemed to overturn the roof of the entire stadium.

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

The time came to the 46th minute, and the situation on the field was still stalemate. Manchester United and Liverpool players launched a fierce fight on the green field, and everyone was doing their best for the team's victory.

At this time, Liverpool launched a fierce attack. Sadio Mane Like a black lightning, running at high speed in Manchester United's half. His eyes were full of desire for goals, and his steps were firm and powerful. After receiving the pass from his teammate, Mane quickly rushed to Manchester United's penalty area with the ball.

Manchester United defender Raphael Varane has been keeping a close eye on Mane's every move. His eyes are as sharp as a hawk, his body is tense, and he is ready to deal with Mane's attack at any time. When Mane entered the front of the penalty area, Raphael Varane keenly noticed his intention. Just when Mane was about to shoot, Raphael Varane decisively stretched out his right foot and neatly intercepted the ball.

After Raphael Varane successfully intercepted the ball, without any hesitation, he quickly raised his head and observed the situation on the field. He saw that the left-back Theo Fernandez was advancing at high speed in front, so he passed the ball to Theo Fernandez without hesitation.