Chapter 160: Tactics Must Be Adjusted

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In the League Cup semi-final on January 7, Manchester United challenged Sunderland away. In the 42nd minute of the game, Rooney broke into the penalty area, but was tackled to the ground by Sunderland defender Roberge. The referee awarded a penalty and showed Roberge a yellow card. Unexpectedly, the hot-headed Rooney pushed Roberge's chest, and Roberge fell to the ground, excruciating pain. The referee decisively sent Rooney off.

Rooney walked off the field in frustration, and Kintag waited for him on the sidelines. Seeing the frustrated expression of his favorite general, Jin Taige did not criticize him, but patted him on the shoulder: "Go to the locker room and rest."

After finishing speaking, Kintag cast his eyes on Sunderland's penalty area, at this time Van Persie was preparing to take a penalty kick.

Sunderland goalkeeper Westwood wobbled in front of the goal, trying to confuse Van Persie. But Van Persie was unmoved at all, he waited until the referee blew his whistle, and then shot furiously, the ball hit the dead corner!

1 to 0, Manchester United lead!

Van Persie stood still, he roared to the sky! Vented the anger of his teammates being sent off!

The Manchester United players on the field gathered together, celebrating the goal in front of the Sunderland fans!

Scholes and Phelan hugged each other, cheering loudly, celebrating the goal!

And Jin Taige gritted his teeth and didn't say anything! He squinted and shook his fist fiercely!

The voices of Manchester United fans are almost hoarse.

"Robert! Didn't you flop! Another one!"

"Robert! Kill you son of a bitch!"

The home fans did not show weakness, they also joined the scolding war.

"Shit Rooney! Get out of here!"

"Wait to be banned by the FA!"

"Manchester United get out of the Stadium of Light!"

After the penalty kick was scored, Sunderland kicked off again. The two teams played for less than a minute before the referee blew the whistle to end the first half. The Manchester United soldiers returned to the dressing room in the face of the boos of the fans.

In the locker room, although Manchester United is now leading by one goal, there is no joy on the faces of the players. They are still silent in the atmosphere of Rooney being sent off.

The hot-tempered Ferdinand cursed loudly: "Robert is a bastard, Wayne just pushed him casually, and he fell to the ground in such an exaggerated way! Is he a piece of paper!"

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Evra was also very angry: "Robert's flop pushed us into a fire pit. Although we led by one goal, we lost one player in the second half. The situation is very bad!"

Listening to the team members venting their dissatisfaction, Jin Taige did not stop him. He knew that letting the players vent their grievances would make them feel better.

After two minutes, everyone's emotions gradually calmed down, and Jin Taige said slowly: "Everyone has seen the current situation. We lead by one goal and play one player less. The tactics before the game were overthrown and rearranged. In the second half I'm going to make some adjustments."

"Carrick, you have a yellow card on your back now, and you will be under a lot of pressure to defend. In order to prevent us from reducing staff again, you will rest in the second half. I am going to replace you with Nainggolan. Radga , you formed a double midfielder with Kanter after you came on the field, firmly defending Manchester United's defense, understand?"

Nainggolan nodded: "Boss, I understand."

"Valencia, you replaced Icardi in the second half, then you change positions with Martial, you go to the right, and Martial goes forward. Valencia, I need you to assist Rafael on the right. Defensively, don't let Sunderland players come in from the right."

Valencia agreed: "No problem."

"Martial, you were at the top of the second half. If you steal the ball in the backcourt, you will find this point. Whenever you have a chance, you will go forward and counterattack. Don't hesitate. When you receive the ball, you will go forward decisively. If we can If we expand the score further, it will deal a huge blow to Sunderland's morale."

Marshall nodded.

Then Jin Taige looked at the other starting players: "In the second half, everyone must do a good job of defending, counterattack when there is a chance, and don't rush forward if there is no chance, and focus on defense. We have one less player on the field now, and the situation is extremely unfavorable to us. This Let's stick to this game for now, wait until the next round at Old Trafford, and then let Sunderland spit out what we owe!"

The Manchester United soldiers agreed loudly: "No problem, boss!"

At this time, several captains on the field were not present. Carrick temporarily put the captain's armband on the arm of Valencia who was about to play. Valencia patted the captain's armband gently, and he felt a heavy burden on his body.

In the next 45 minutes, I must lead the team to fight for Sunderland!

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After the 15-minute break, the players walked out of the locker room and walked down the tunnel to the field.

Jin Taige deliberately stayed at the end. At this time, he and Rooney were the only ones in the room.

Kim Tag came to the side of Rooney who lowered his head: "Wayne."

Rooney raised his head and looked at Jin Taige: "Boss, I'm sorry, I was sent off."

"It's okay, this is a common thing in the game. It's uncomfortable to be tackled, and it's normal to overreact. Just pay attention in the future. I don't blame you this time," Jin Taige comforted him, "Fortunately, this game is not the Champions League. The final, otherwise I would really want to cry without tears."

Rooney didn't speak, he lowered his head again.

Jin Taige asked: "Wayne, what have you been up to lately?"

When Rooney heard this, he was taken aback for a moment, and after a pause for a few seconds, he explained, "Boss, I have nothing to do recently."

"Well, that's good. If you encounter any difficulties, remember to tell me, and I will help you find a solution." Jin Taige said sincerely.

"Thank you boss, I just..." Rooney paused, as if he wanted to say something to Jin Taige, but he didn't know where to start.

"Don't think too much, take a good rest here, you may be too tired recently," Kim Taeg patted him on the shoulder understandingly, then stood up, "The second half is about to start, I'm leaving , let’s talk about it later.”

Rooney watched Kintag walk out of the locker room, close the door, and his footsteps became farther and farther away until they disappeared.

At this time, Rooney didn't know what it was like. He was stunned for a long time, then took out his mobile phone from the small bag in his dressing room closet, and made a call.

"Wayne, I saw you were sent off, that Roberge is abominable! He"

"Streford, don't talk about this first. I still hesitate about that matter. Is it really appropriate to do so now?"

"Wayne, haven't we already agreed? Why did you suddenly change your mind?"

"I haven't changed my mind, I just think it's a bit inappropriate to make this request at this time" (Red Devils Successor)