Star Card System

Fellaini is gone.

On a sunny morning in February 2019, I took a plane across thousands of miles to a strange country.

To play in a strange league.

At this time, Xia Xing, who was on the training ground, suddenly heard the roar of an airplane. He looked up and saw a plane flying eastward.

Maybe Fellaini was sitting on it?

I don't know.

For a moment, Xia Xing suddenly felt sad.

In just half a year, Manchester United has changed dramatically from last season.

Rooney and Carrick retired, and Ibrahimovic left the team.

The departure of the three veterans made him the new captain and also under great pressure.

And Mourinho's departure made Xia Xing extremely melancholy.

He likes Mourinho very much.

Even if Pearson and Ranieri are actually better, Xia Xing prefers Mourinho.

He likes the Portuguese's invincible desire to win, and it feels super cool to work with such a person.

And now, Fellaini has also left.

When Mourinho was coaching before, if the opponent attacked fiercely, he often deployed three defensive midfielders.

Myself, Matic, and Fellaini.

The defense of the three was like a copper wall, able to block any opponent's fierce attack.

Even Xia Xing recalled that when he was in Leicester City, his partnership with Kante and Drinkwater was not necessarily as good as Manchester United.

Matic and Fellaini are both tall, and they are a great deterrent to the opponent's offensive players, and it is also very reassuring to stand next to them.

And now, Fellaini is gone.

If you encounter a fierce attack from the opponent, there will be no Fellaini's assistance...

On the training ground that day, Herrera played particularly hard, and even knocked down his teammates several times with too much force.

No one knew why.

Only Xia Xing went over and patted him on the shoulder gently.

Herrera had a blank expression and nodded gently.

Xia, in a few months, it will be your turn to send me off...

February has arrived, and Manchester United will face several tough battles this month.

On February 3, the 25th round of the Premier League, away to Leicester City.

On February 9, the 26th round of the Premier League, away to Fulham.

On February 13, the first leg of the Champions League quarter-finals, home to Paris.

On February 19, the fifth round of the FA Cup, away to Chelsea.

On February 24, the 27th round of the Premier League, home to Liverpool, the second round of the Reds will start soon.

On February 28, the 28th round of the Premier League, away to Crystal Palace.

In the whole month of February, Manchester United only had six games. Although there were two games a week for two weeks, it was already very good.

Compared with the intensive schedule before and after Christmas, it was much better.

However, many heavyweight events and strong opponents put Solskjaer under great pressure.

On February 3, the King Power Stadium welcomed Manchester United soldiers.

In this game, Xia Xing had a serious expression. Looking at the huge photo of Vichai placed on the stands, he bowed deeply.

Captain and vice-captain Morgan and Schmeichel came forward and greeted Xia Xing in a friendly manner.

"Captain."

"Xia, now you are also the captain, that's great. And you won another Golden Ball Award, I am so happy for you."

"If it weren't for the valuable experience of Leicester City, I wouldn't be at my current height, thank you all."

On the side, Vardy also came over and gave Xia Xing a hug.

"Xia, I had a dream last night that you returned to Leicester City and we scored goals together."

"I also miss those old stories, I miss you so much."

This game was full of warmth. The scene of Xia Xing hugging the Leicester City players before the game moved countless fans in the stands.

Recalling those unforgettable stories, it was really touching.

And next to the Manchester United coaching bench, Leicester City defender Evans was also greeting Carrick.

"Michael, long time no see."

"Jonathan, long time no see."

"To be honest, I'm still not used to seeing you in a suit. You won't replace yourself later, will you?"

"Haha, not really. You've been in good shape recently, I'm really happy for you."

"Not bad? Otherwise, you can say hello to the Manchester United board and buy me back?"

"That's a good idea!"

"Haha!"

The two have a good personal relationship and joked on the sidelines.

Evans, 30 years old this year, is a native of Manchester.

He grew up in Manchester and joined the Manchester United youth team early.

In 2006, he was officially promoted to the first team.

After that, he experienced many coaches and finally transferred to West Brom in the summer of 2015.

In the summer of 2018, he came to Leicester City again and became an important member of the team's new puzzle.

He and Carrick have worked together at Manchester United for many years and have a good relationship.

Many players from the two teams have a very good relationship, and both sides were very friendly before the game.

But when the opening whistle sounded, everything seemed to have changed.

Especially Leicester City, which launched a swift attack at the beginning!

In this game, Leicester City used the same 4-2-3-1 formation, and coach Pierre was suspected of copying Mourinho's style of play.

However, with this lineup, they have been in excellent form in the past two months.

The double defensive midfielders Mendy and Ndidi have a tacit understanding and excellent defensive ability.

With the two of them in the midfield, the No. 10 core Maddison in front of him can organize the attack with ease.

Maddison, who transferred to the team for 25 million euros last summer, is only 22 years old this year.

Excellent defense, excellent offense, accurate passing, fast long-range shots, and a very good free kick level.

Now in Leicester City, he is even called "Xiao Xiaxing" by fans.

It is enough to prove the fans' love for him.

In this game, he still started as the team's organizing core and delivered ammunition to Vardy in the frontcourt.

In the current Leicester City lineup, Vardy is still the top attacker.

At the beginning of the game, Leicester City created a fast break opportunity with a midfield steal by Ndidi!

The ball was handed to Maddison!

Maddison cleverly passed Fred who was stealing the ball and made a quick pass!

Accurately found Vardy who was advancing!

Vardy sprinted quickly, broke into the penalty area, and kicked a low shot!

The ball hit the bottom of the post and bounced out!

They missed a good chance to score at the beginning!

And then, Leicester City took advantage of the home court and attacked Manchester United fiercely!

Left striker Harvey Barnes was another explosive point for Leicester City today.

He is a talented striker produced by Leicester City's youth training. He has been on loan for the past few years and just returned this winter.

However, he just came back and contributed two assists and two goals in five games in January, becoming the new favorite of the fans.

Vardy has always lacked a strong striker partner, and now Leicester City sees new hope.

There is also the gradually mature young defender Chilwell, who has already become an indispensable defensive general for the team.

With Madison, Harvey Barnes, Chilwell and other young stars, Leicester City's revival is in sight.

It is very difficult for Manchester United to retreat from the away game in this game... (End of this chapter)