Chapter 668 The Strongest Opponent

What was originally an imagined strong dialogue turned into a one-sided massacre. This was really beyond everyone's expectations.

After some sighs, people can only say that Manchester United is too strong. Even a top team like Arsenal has little power to fight back against the crazy Manchester United.

Especially just three days later, in the 16th round of the Premier League, Manchester United once again defeated another London team Fulham 4:1 at Old Trafford, allowing Manchester United to extend their unbeaten record to At 56 games, the whole world realized that Manchester United could really tie or even break AC Liverpool's 25-year unbeaten record.

On December 12, Manchester United ushered in the last Champions League group match of the season, facing Hoffenheim at Old Trafford.

Because they will go to Anfield Stadium to challenge Liverpool in four days, and Manchester United has already secured the first place in the group, Mourinho once again conducted a large-scale rotation, playing almost with a full substitute lineup.

However, this Manchester United second team did not disappoint the Manchester United fans at home. In what may be the last Champions League game at Old Trafford, they defeated Hoffenheim 2:1 and won the Champions League in 19 games. defeat.

Bruno contributed 1 shot and 1 pass in the game. In this season's Champions League, he has scored 7 goals and 5 assists.

However, people are not paying much attention to this game. On the one hand, this game is of little significance, and on the other hand, because the upcoming game is too attractive to the world.

At 4 pm local time on December 16, 2018 in the UK, the first double-red match of the new season will start at Anfield Stadium!

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This Premier League double red meeting can be called the pinnacle showdown between the two teams in history.

In the current Premier League standings, Manchester United has 14 wins and 2 draws, ranking first in the Premier League standings with 44 points; followed closely by the Red Army Liverpool, Klopp's team has won the first 16 rounds of the Premier League. Achieved 13 wins and 3 draws, ranking second with a difference of 2 points.

These two teams are also the only teams that remain undefeated in the Premier League.

Guardiola's Manchester City had already lost at Stamford Bridge a week ago. They were defeated by Chelsea 0:2.

As a result, Guardiola's Manchester City currently has a record of 12 wins, 3 draws and 1 loss, 5 points behind Manchester United at the top of the list.

This is an extremely crucial game for both sides. Because this game is not only the battle for the top of the Premier League standings, but also the final test for Manchester United to attack AC Liverpool's unbeaten record.

With the current state of Manchester United, whether it is Huddersfield and Bournemouth, Newcastle and Cardiff City, or even Tottenham and Brighton, it may be difficult to stop Manchester United's progress.

It can be said that as long as Manchester United gets past Liverpool, it is a high probability that they will set a new unbeaten record in the five major leagues.

Obviously, Liverpool does not want Manchester United to create such a great record. In addition, as long as they defeat Manchester United, they will not only be able to play the role of blocking Manchester United, but also overtake Manchester United in the standings, which will help them win the first Premier League championship in team history. They will naturally go all out.

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On the eve of the Double Red Cross, Bruno was surrounded by reporters.

In the past, Bruno often criticized Liverpool in front of the media, but this time he unexpectedly praised Liverpool.

"Liverpool are a great team and they are our biggest rivals. This game will be very tough."

"I know, I know, I think about the Liverpool game, they were in great form."

"Salah? I'm good friends with him and we keep in touch. He's a phenomenal player and a threat."

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Bruno's attitude won praise from the Liverpool media.

This is truly an elegant gentleman with a good personality!

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On the night before the double red meeting was about to begin, Manchester United held the last team tactical meeting.

"Salah! The Egyptian is the most dangerous one in Liverpool."

In this Liverpool team, Salah is the absolute core. It can be said that Klopp's offensive tactics revolve around Salah.

"As long as Salah is restricted, it is equivalent to cutting off Liverpool's offense."

"Bruno, Salah is obsessed with you." Mourinho said suddenly with a smile.

The slide projector played a photo. It was the first time Salah and Bruno played for Udinese when they were in Udinese. Salah was looking at Bruno, and the look in his eyes was just like the full love in the eyes of a woman looking at the man she loves deeply.

The players looked at the photo and were stunned for a moment, then laughed.

Bruno blushed and said something like "My sexual orientation is normal" and "I like women". The conference room was filled with a happy atmosphere.

"And Henderson!" Mourinho named a Liverpool player again.

The Liverpool captain is simply a typical example of becoming more and more demonic as he gets older. He was once criticized by Ferguson for being useless and his performance on the field was lackluster. However, he has grown against the trend and is now an indispensable captain and core midfielder for Liverpool.

"Tightly guard Salah, and at the same time, pay attention to cutting off the connection between Henderson and Salah." Mourinho concluded, "By doing this, Liverpool's offensive energy will be suppressed to the lowest point!"

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December 16, Liverpool, Anfield Stadium, visiting team dressing room.

After Mourinho once again explained the tactics of the game and the issues that need attention, after leaving the locker room, Bruno, as the team captain, conducted the last mobilization before the war.

"On the Liverpool side, I heard a saying that although we have surpassed Liverpool in the number of Premier League titles, Manchester United is still not the best team in England. Because we do not have the number of Premier League titles. Not completely behind Liverpool, and far fewer Champions League winners than them.”

"You must have heard the saying that Liverpool has Champions League DNA."

"I don't like that statement," Bruno said.

There was a burst of laughter in the locker room. They still remembered that you, the captain, said such things.

"Why are you laughing? It's a polite compliment." Bruno said deliberately with a straight face.

"I admit that our opponents today have a lot of glory. They are five-time Champions League champions. However, in my opinion, that is just the past tense. Historical honors do not mean anything. Winning is achieved with both feet."

"The rise of any team will be accompanied by the decline of another team. Now, Manchester United is rising rapidly, then Liverpool should die!"

"I like Liverpool as a rival."

"This game is an opportunity to defeat Liverpool and tell those Liverpool fans who are still living in the dream of the past that their era is truly over!"

This was quite encouraging, and the Manchester United players howled and screamed.

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When the players from both sides came on the field, the Anfield stadium's live broadcast announced the names of the players from both sides. Every name of a Liverpool player was read out, causing huge cheers from the audience.

When Manchester United's name was read out, it was naturally booed.

Especially when Bruno was mentioned, the boos were even more harsh.

Although Bruno said some good things about Liverpool before the game, Liverpool fans did not buy it.

As the captain of rival Manchester United, he has embarrassed Liverpool a lot in the past double red meetings. Just a few kind words cannot change the attitude of Liverpool fans towards him.

"Viewers, welcome to watch the 16th round of the Premier League. This is Liverpool's home game against Manchester United."

"Liverpool is second in the Premier League and Manchester United is top of the Premier League. This game is also considered the pinnacle matchup in the Premier League."

"Let's take a look at the starting lineups of both sides first."

"For Manchester United, the goalkeeper is David De Gea. The center back combination is Maguire and Van Dijk. The left back is Luke Shaw and the right back is Cancelo. The midfield double midfielders are Kante and Fernando. Red, the attacking midfielder is Manchester United captain Bruno, and the front three is still Harry Kane paired with Mbappe and Rashford.”

"For Liverpool, the goalkeeper is Alisson. The center back combination is Lovren and Koulibaly. The right back is Klein, and the left back is the teenager Robertson."

"It is worth noting that Liverpool captain Henderson did not appear in the starting lineup. Wijnaldum, Fabinho and Keita formed the three midfielders. The forwards are still Salah, Firmino and Ma Inside."

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"Liverpool people are a bit timid," Faria said.

Previously, when Liverpool's senior management was interviewed by the media, they were very confident about winning and seemed to want to swallow Manchester United at home.

However, it is obvious that Liverpool coach Klopp is very afraid of Manchester United and behaves very cautiously.

The young defender Alexander-Arnold, who is strong in offense and weak in defense, was placed on the bench and replaced by the more experienced Klein, who started at right back and was a midfield partner with three defensive midfielders. It was obvious that he was very afraid of Manchester United's offensive ability.

Mourinho's eyes swept around Liverpool's three defensive midfielders, looking for a breakthrough.

Finally, Mourinho has set his sights on Liverpool midfielder Fabinho.

This match between Manchester United and Liverpool is considered to be the most exciting and exciting match in the Premier League this season.

Mourinho chose Fabinho's position as a breakthrough point. The Brazilian's foot speed is not too fast. He is likely to make mistakes against a fast-paced league like the Premier League. Secondly, even though he is a right back. , but Fabinho's defensive actions and defensive habits are actually not good enough, and it is easy to get cards.

Mbappe began to wreak havoc, constantly tearing apart the Brazilian defense zone with speed.

"Mbappe, beautiful!"

Bruno passed the football through the gap between people. Mbappe sprinted directly and passed Fabinho with the ball. The Brazilian turned around to chase, but naturally he couldn't catch up.