The Red Devils' revival starts with retaining Mourinho

While Luo Lie was busy climbing the Great Wall and touring Beijing with Zhang Yiyi, Liu Xiaoyan and other girls, Manchester United's away game against Huddersfield Town Football Club in the 17th round of the Premier League arrived as scheduled.

In this match, except for Marcus Rashford who did not travel with the team to Huddersfield Town in West Yorkshire due to a slight ankle sprain in the internal training match two days before the game, head coach Mourinho sent out all the main players:

Goalkeeper: David De Gea (captain)

Defenders: (from left to right) Ferland Mendy, Ruben Dias, Kepler Laveran Lima Ferreira (Pepe), Diogo Dalot

Midfielders: (from left to right) Marco Verratti, Bruno Fernandez, Rodrigo Hernandez

Forwards: (from left to right) Cody Gakpo, Edinson Cavani, Romelu Lukaku

Substitutes: Christian Romero, Josh Gvardiol, Dani Olmo, Aurelian Chuameni, Nico Williams, Erling Haaland, Jamal Musiala

But no one expected that Manchester United, with all its main players, would encounter a strong blockade from the Huddersfield Town Club's bus formation at the home of the newly promoted team.

With the referee's whistle, the game officially began.

Manchester United showed a strong desire to attack from the start. They quickly took control of the ball and launched a fierce attack on Huddersfield Town's goal. Bruno Fernandes took the ball in the midfield. He looked up and observed the situation on the field, and then made a precise long pass to Cody Gakpo's feet. After Gakpo received the ball, he instantly got rid of the opponent's defensive players with his excellent speed and skills and rushed to the penalty area. The defenders of Huddersfield Town hurried back to defend. They stuck to Gakpo tightly and tried to stop his attack. But Gakpo was not afraid. He stopped and changed direction, shook off the defensive players, and then shot. The ball flew towards the goal like a cannonball. However, Huddersfield Town's goalkeeper reacted quickly and flew to save the threatening shot.

Manchester United was not discouraged by the shot being saved this time, and they continued to strengthen their attack. Romelu Lukaku received a pass from Rodrigo Hernandez in the penalty area, leaned on the opponent's defender, turned and shot. But the ball hit the post and bounced out of the bottom line. Manchester United fans sighed, but they still cheered for the team.

After resisting several waves of Manchester United's attack, Huddersfield Town began to gradually stabilize their position. They adopted a bus formation tactic, with all the players shrinking in their own half and defending closely. Although Manchester United's attack was as turbulent as a tide, it was difficult to break through the opponent's defense. David De Gea seemed a little idle in front of the goal. From time to time, he shouted loudly to his teammates, reminding them to pay attention to defense.

As the game progressed, Manchester United's attack became more and more fierce. Marco Verratti showed master-level ball control and passing skills in the midfield, and he constantly created opportunities for the forwards. Edinson Cavani actively moved in the penalty area, looking for opportunities to shoot. But Huddersfield Town's defense was very tenacious. They used their bodies to build a copper wall, making Manchester United's attack return in vain again and again.

In the 40th minute of the first half, Manchester United got a corner kick opportunity. Bruno Fernandes stood in the corner kick area, took a deep breath, and then kicked the ball out. The ball drew a beautiful arc in the air and flew into the penalty area. Ruben Dias jumped high and headed the ball. But the ball was slightly higher than the crossbar. Manchester United missed the chance to score again.

At the end of the first half, the two sides were tied 0:0. Although Manchester United had the advantage on the field, they failed to break the deadlock. The players returned to the locker room, and the coaching staff made tactical adjustments and encouragement to them. Everyone knows that the second half of the game will be more difficult.

At the beginning of the second half, Manchester United continued to strengthen their attack. They kept looking for loopholes in the opponent's defense through passing and running. Cody Gakpo's breakthrough on the left was very sharp, and he caused trouble for the opponent's defense many times. But Huddersfield Town's defense was still very tight, and they made up for the lack of individual ability with their numerical advantage.

In the 60th minute of the game, Manchester United made personnel adjustments. They replaced two offensive players, Erling Haaland and Jamal Musiala, in succession, trying to strengthen the offense. This adjustment immediately took effect. Manchester United's offense was smoother, and the cooperation between the players was more tacit. Five minutes later, Jamal Musiala received the ball in the penalty area.After receiving a pass from Bruno Fernandes, he turned and shot, and the ball hit the opponent's defender and bounced out of the bottom line. The referee awarded Manchester United a corner kick.

This time, Bruno Fernandes stood in the corner again. He observed the situation in the penalty area and then kicked the ball out. The ball accurately found Ruben Dias, who headed the ball. But the goalkeeper saved it. Manchester United players came forward to make up the shot, but Huddersfield Town's defenders blocked every shot with their bodies.

In the 80th minute of the game, Manchester United still hadn't broken the deadlock. The players' physical strength began to decline, but they still didn't give up. David De Gea shouted loudly to his teammates in front of the goal, encouraging them to hold on to the end. Marco Verratti kept running in the midfield and organizing the attack. Bruno Fernandes and Rodrigo Hernandez were also actively looking for opportunities.

In the last few minutes, Manchester United launched a crazy attack. They kept shooting, but the ball was always blocked by the opponent's goalkeeper and defenders. The players of Huddersfield Town used tenacious defense to defend their own goal.

The final whistle sounded and the game ended. Manchester United had 32 shots in 90 minutes of regular time, 26 of which were on target, but it was still 0:0 against the opponent's bus formation. The players all looked very frustrated. They made great efforts but failed to win.

Although the Manchester United fans in the stands were also disappointed, they still applauded and cheered for the team. They knew that the team had tried their best.

After the game, the news that "Mourinho, the originator of the bus formation, was defeated by the bus formation" immediately occupied the front page headlines of social media; and in the press conference room, head coach Mourinho was facing siege from many reporters.

Mourinho walked into the press conference room in a black suit with a serious expression. His eyes revealed a trace of fatigue and helplessness, but more of determination and unyielding. Reporters immediately surrounded him, flashlights flashing non-stop, and questions came one after another.

"Mr. Mourinho, what do you want to say about the result of this game?" A reporter asked first.

Mourinho frowned slightly, and after a moment of silence, he said: "We created a lot of opportunities in this game, but unfortunately we didn't score. The opponent's defense was very tenacious, and they adopted the bus tactics, which put our offense in trouble."

"Some people think that Manchester United's offense is inefficient. Do you agree with this view?" Another reporter asked immediately.

Mourinho's eyes flashed with displeasure, and he retorted: "We created 32 shots in the game, 26 shots on target, which does not mean that our offense is inefficient. It's just that sometimes football is like this, luck is not on our side. And I need to remind this reporter friend that Manchester United still firmly occupies the top position of the Premier League this season. We are more than two wins ahead of the second place, and our number of goals is also in the top three of the entire Premier League. The so-called Manchester United's offense is inefficient is without any basis."

"So what do you think the team needs to improve?" asked a reporter.

Mourinho thought for a while and said: "We need to improve the accuracy of the last pass and shooting in the offense. At the same time, we also need to be more focused on defense and not give the opponent any chance. Of course, sometimes, some luck is also needed."

The reporters' questions came one after another, and Mourinho remained calm and rational, answering their questions one by one.

But as the questions deepened, the atmosphere became more and more tense.

"There are rumors that there are conflicts between you and some players in the team. Is this true?" A reporter suddenly asked a sensitive question.

Mourinho's face became even gloomier. He glared at the reporter and said, "This is complete nonsense. There is no conflict between me and my players. We are a team and we are all working hard for victory. Manchester United is now more united than ever!"

"What are your plans for the future of the team?" asked another reporter.

Mourinho's eyes revealed a hint of determination. He said, "We will continue to work hard and constantly improve our tactics and playing style. I believe in my players. They have the strength to win the game. We will prove ourselves in the next game."

The interview lasted for nearly an hour, and Mourinho never avoided any questions. He responded to the reporters' doubts and criticisms in his own way, showing the style and responsibility of a world-class coach.

When the interview ended, Mourinho stood up, tidied his suit, and then left the venue silently.Cloth Hall. His back looked a little lonely, but also full of strength. Although the result of this game was disappointing, Mourinho knew that he and his team could not be discouraged by it. They still have a long way to go and many challenges to face.

On the way back to the locker room, Mourinho kept thinking about the scenes in the game. He was thinking about where the team's problems were and how to solve them. He knew that as the team's head coach, he had a great responsibility. He must lead the team out of trouble and regain the feeling of victory.

Back in the locker room, Mourinho saw the frustrated expressions of the players. He did not blame them, but encouraged them, saying: "This game is over. We just had bad luck and tied. Don't be immersed in the pain of failure. I believe in you. We will definitely win the next game."

"Our boss, Mr. Rowley, is currently in the mysterious Eastern country. He has been telling me that there is a mysterious Eastern power in the distant Eastern country. I believe that when he returns to Manchester, our luck problem will naturally disappear." Mourinho did not forget to tease Rowley, who was still in the Eastern country.

The players laughed loudly after hearing Mourinho's words, and their fighting spirit was rekindled in their eyes.

Of course, Rowley didn't care about the draw at all. Not to mention that he was still leading by so many points, he would not express dissatisfaction even if he was anxious. First, it was because of his promise to Mourinho when he renewed his contract. Second, he really didn't think there was anything wrong with the draw. After all, for the global problem of "breaking the bus formation", no famous coach dared to say that he was 100% sure.