Chapter 52: In just two days, a 4-0
victory over CSKA Moscow across 2,600 kilometers.
Manchester United players hugged and high-fived each other to celebrate this victory across thousands of miles.
The smile on Chu Feng's face never faded. He didn't expect that his Champions League debut would be so smooth. Not only did he score two goals, but he also got an assist.
After seeing Chu Feng's expression, De Gea couldn't help but teased: "Congratulations, our Champions League top scorer."
Chu Feng was stunned when he heard this, but he quickly understood and suddenly felt a little embarrassed.
Since the Champions League has only played two rounds, and Manchester United's game started first.
So he, like several players, including Cristiano Ronaldo, is tied for first place in the scorer list with two goals.
It's like taking advantage of a loophole, but when can I really win the Champions League Golden Boot?
With the system at my disposal, my strength will surely grow rapidly, so I set some small goals within two seasons.
As he thought about it, Chu Feng became motivated again.
After a while, everyone returned to the locker room.
"To be honest, your performance exceeded my expectations. Everyone has done a great job in their tasks."
"But don't be too proud of this, because CSKA Moscow has limited strength and has serious tactical problems."
"And there are still many details that we haven't dealt with in our overall defense."
"This is just the beginning. In the future we will encounter stronger opponents who will have more complete tactics."
Mourinho habitually gives praise first and then points out the shortcomings.
Finally, he added: "So let's work hard together."
Then he left to attend the post-match press conference.
He had been criticized by Manchester United legends before, and he took it to heart. Now that he has the chance, he will naturally slap them in the face.
The locker room was quiet for a moment, then became lively again.
"Chu, the coach said exactly what you said."
"Yes, it's cold on the outside and hot on the inside, just like an egg tart."
Chu Feng laughed twice, thinking that he was now more or less a bridge of communication between the coach and the players. With the presence of Ibrahimovic, there shouldn't be any major problems in the Manchester United locker room before the end of this season.
He is not only thinking about Mourinho, but also about his own future.
After all, a stable locker room can greatly enhance the team's competitiveness, and he can also get on this big ship and strive for more benefits and honors.
The post-match press conference at this moment.
"Mr. Mourinho, what do you think of the performance of Manchester United players today?"
A reporter from The Guardian raised his hand and asked a question.
Mourinho adjusted the microphone slightly and suddenly smiled: "Of course, and there are many more."
"Anyone who watched the game, I believe, noticed that all the Manchester United players were doing what they were supposed to do and playing their part."
"More passes, more steals, more shots, more passes"
"I have said before that offense is just a means. It's not that I won't use it, but I need to balance it with the team as a whole."
“Now it seems I have done it.”
Another reporter, who wanted to stir up trouble, continued to add fuel to the fire: "So what do you think of the recent doubts about your coaching level and criticism of Manchester United?"
Mourinho curled his lips and spread his hands.
"Oh, I never doubted my coaching ability, even when I was at the lowest point in my career."
“As for the purpose of the outside world’s criticism?”
"If it's directed at me personally, it's not a big deal."
"But if it's our whole team, then I have to make the players feel protected somehow."
The reporters in the audience were a little disappointed; after all, this answer lacked some gunpowder.
nonsense.
Mourinho is not a fool. He doesn't have that much time to argue with others.
Besides, he has suffered many losses due to language abuse, so he will naturally not make the same mistake again.
And he always believed that when the performance and results of the game improved, the doubts would disappear.
Soon, the Manchester United players boarded their return private flight.
The straight-line distance from Moscow to Manchester is about 2,600 kilometers.
Chu Feng lay comfortably on the bed, with a lot of thoughts in his mind.
Manchester United's last league game of this month will be against Crystal Palace in two days. They only ranked 14th last season and their overall strength is not strong.
Therefore, according to the current player configuration, even if he cannot start, he can still be included in the roster.
Then he took out his tablet and studied the Crystal Palace game video, and he fell asleep without knowing when.
September 30th.
Old Trafford Stadium.
The game is already in the 6th minute.
Rashford used his speed to break through the wing, entered the penalty area and passed the ball to the far end.
Mata followed up with a shot and scored.
1-0!
Hodgson's expression on the sidelines became more and more depressed. He originally came here to revitalize Crystal Palace, but who could have expected that they would suffer six consecutive defeats at the start.
It would be fine if you said Liverpool couldn't beat Southampton.
But now they are facing Huddersfield, Burnley and Swans and they are powerless to fight back.
It produced records, it produced courage, it produced style.
In general, it was a hearty loss.
There is no mistake in the poem, post, content, and read the book on 6, 9, and bar!
Mr. Huo originally wanted to take advantage of the Manchester United players' fatigue from the long journey to launch a great comeback.
Who would have thought that their players would be affected by the losing streak and their competitive state would be so low.
Moreover, Rashford seemed to be stimulated by something. He showed terrifying explosive breakthrough ability at the beginning of the game and directly penetrated Crystal Palace's wing defense.
Before he could breathe a sigh of relief, Manchester United's fierce attack came again.
27th minute of the game.
Ashley Young made a run forward and made a cross near the baseline.
Fellaini, who returned from injury with a shaggy hair, overpowered the Crystal Palace defender and headed the ball into the goal.
2-0!
at the same time.
The faces of Manchester United stars in the Sky Sports live broadcast room seemed to have become very rosy.
Because five minutes ago they boldly predicted that Manchester United would tighten their defense after taking the lead and firmly adhere to the 1-0 concept.
But the goal just now was like a slap in their face. No matter how shameless they were, they couldn't say anything stubborn at this moment.
The first half of the game ended quickly.
Just 49 minutes into the second half, Rashford broke through the wing again and made a 45-degree cross.
Manchester United's towers quickly rushed into the penalty area.
Fellaini appeared out of nowhere and slammed the ball into the goal again with a real Belgian dunk.
3-0!
Hodgson turned his head and looked next door, only to see Mourinho with his arms folded across his chest, not seeming too surprised.
He suddenly sighed silently.
In fact, Manchester United's tactics are very simple, allowing Rashford to use straight sprints to continuously consume the physical energy of Crystal Palace's defensive players.
Then wait for an opportunity to cross the ball or transfer the ball to the ribs and launch a high-altitude bombing in their own penalty area.
But the cards in his hand were limited, and they were all small cards like 3, 5, 8, so he could only watch silently.
It seems that seven consecutive defeats are inevitable. He claims to be a relegation master, so he won’t fail this season, right?
He suddenly felt that his choice to join Crystal Palace was a wrong one.
When the game reached the 72nd minute.
Chu Feng came on as a substitute for Rashford. He ran towards his teammates, covered his mouth and said a few words.
The following plot is very familiar.
Chu Feng continued to use his dribbling skills to attack, making the already exhausted Crystal Palace players even more uncomfortable, and they could only grit their teeth and persevere.
As time goes by.
The situation of the game changed in the 86th minute when Manchester United players suddenly crossed positions, catching the defenders off guard.
Lukaku received a through pass from Mkhitaryan and swept the ball to the middle from the right side of the penalty area.
Facing double-teaming by several defensive players, Mata cleverly passed the ball behind him, and Chu Feng easily pushed the ball into the empty goal to score.
4-0!
Another resounding victory.
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