"1:4 crushing defeat, Chelsea's chances of advancing are almost hopeless!"

"Manchester City's only rival falls, is there no one in England who can stop them?"

"A monster that inspires despair!"

"Rapidly improving defensive abilities, Zhao Zheng is gradually erasing his weaknesses!"

The media was reporting extensively, and a large number of fans were also discussing.

Because the result of this match was truly unexpected. Chelsea had previously been able to go toe-to-toe with Manchester City, even dominating them for the entire match. But in their second encounter, they were cleanly and neatly defeated by Manchester City, left utterly without a temper.

This was difficult for many to accept.

"Chelsea was in such good form, how could they be thrashed like that?"

"Before, Chelsea relied on attacking to go head-to-head with Manchester City. This time, Zhao intercepted the midfield, and Manchester City's defense improved a lot. Chelsea's attack was greatly reduced."

"Is there anything he can't do?"

"The key is his stamina. He's constantly defending, but in the end, when attacking, he can still have that kind of speed. He's really a monster!"

"There's no way to stop Manchester City now."

"Damn it, Guardiola can prove again that he can win the Champions League even after leaving Barcelona."

"It's over. Next game, we're going to challenge Manchester City away. I don't know if Mourinho is ready."

"Mourinho has one very big characteristic: it's difficult for a team to achieve a second victory against him."

"That's right. When Mourinho coached Real Madrid, they were thrashed 5:0 by Barcelona, a complete defeat. In the second leg, they tied Barcelona, and the following year, they surpassed Barcelona in the league and won the league title!"

"As a world-class famous coach, he definitely has a way to restrain Manchester City, to restrain Zhao Gang! Just like he restrained Barcelona's attacking group at Real Madrid!!"

"Manchester United will definitely win. Believe in Mourinho!!"

...

Manchester City's current league record is already fifteen points ahead of second place. The teams behind them have almost no chance of achieving a comeback.

Even if they lose one or two games now, it's not a big problem.

But the next league match is against Manchester United, and it's at home, so Guardiola doesn't plan to rotate players.

The Manchester derby, especially this Manchester derby, one team is invincible in the Premier League, and the other was once the hegemon of England, possibly the most influential team in the Premier League in the world of football.

The importance is self-evident.

Especially since in the first Manchester derby this season, Manchester United was slaughtered by Manchester City at Old Trafford!

Zhao Gang, because of this, was crowned with names like "Manchester United Butcher" and "Conqueror of Old Trafford" by some Manchester City fans.

Zhao Gang left the Manchester United youth training camp, and in the Championship era, when facing Manchester United, he made Manchester United miserable. Returning to the Premier League, he again pinned Manchester United to the ground and hammered them.

At the same time, in interviews, he said that he always respected Manchester United and thanked Manchester United.

Without Manchester United, there would be no him today.

These words made Zhao Gang extremely controversial among Manchester United fans. Most fans felt that Zhao Gang was rubbing salt in their wounds, and hated Zhao Gang with gnashing teeth.

However, a considerable number of Manchester United fans felt that Zhao Gang had a lot of affection for Manchester United, and that the current confrontational situation was due to some fans and so-called celebrity’s strange remarks intensifying the conflict.

In Old Trafford, there were actually quite a few fans who liked Zhao Gang very much.

In short, Manchester United fans either hate or love Zhao Gang. There are no neutral fans.

Guardiola, in interviews, remained low-key and didn't shout slogans like "We will definitely destroy Manchester United."

"Yes, facing a successful club like Manchester United, any team will feel a headache. Especially since we just finished the match against Chelsea, and after that, we have the League Cup final against Arsenal.

This schedule is indeed difficult enough.

But we always have to find a way to overcome these difficulties.

We have very excellent players and trainers. We can still handle it.

Especially Zhao's performance, it is becoming more and more mature. He is experiencing a wonderful, even great, professional season.

So, facing the match against Manchester United? I can only say that we will go all out."

After Manchester United changed coaches this season, their record has not improved significantly. Mourinho's first year, those who understand, understand.

The Manchester United legends heavily criticized Mourinho, believing that his tactics were conservative and that he didn't use young people, leading to a group of world-class stars at Manchester United failing to achieve their expected results.

In the eyes of some Manchester United legends, Mourinho was simply a piece of shit.

But in this game, the style of these legends and media changed drastically. They no longer said bad things about Mourinho.

"Manchester City's lineup seems strong, but the only real threat is a nineteen-year-old youngster.

On the other hand, Manchester United's lineup is extremely reasonable. Not only are there experienced veterans, but also young people with strong impact, and even an entire defense line in its professional peak! They will tell Manchester City what a powerhouse club is!"

"Mourinho will definitely not disappoint. After the instability in the early season, the current Manchester United is united. Especially Pogba, who was unable to play in the first match due to injury, this time will make Manchester City's midfield feel real pressure!"

"Manchester City is indeed very strong, and Manchester United's record is somewhat different from Manchester City, but in the final analysis, it is because the two teams have different tactics. Guardiola is more stable, and Mourinho did not fully control the team at the beginning of the season. Now they are better integrated. The current Manchester United cannot compare with Manchester City in points, but if they only compete in one game, they can definitely take down Manchester City!"

"Mourinho has accumulated a lot of experience in fighting Guardiola in La Liga. He has lost to Guardiola, but he quickly regrouped and defeated the Dream Team!

So, we have sufficient reason to believe that in this game, Mourinho will make Guardiola's Manchester City experience their first defeat of the season!"

Neville, who once thought that Manchester United was a group of mercenaries who would eventually end the season with nothing, sat in the stands during the first encounter this season and was humiliated by Manchester City players.

Now he is a commentator. He will not go to the away game to suffer. So his words are sharp, "Mourinho's tactics are a bit outdated, and he cannot allow Manchester United to achieve a true resurgence, but it is not difficult for him to deal with a Guardiola. Pogba will prove himself in this game. He is definitely a world-class midfielder!"

Even if his views have always been very strange, with the suspicion of lying through his teeth, he is also too embarrassed to say that Zhao Gang is useless this time.

Manchester City fans were amused to watch the speeches of these media celebrities, while Manchester United fans were a little embarrassed.

What did you guys get thrashed into last time, and you're still boasting?

"You guys are really good at boasting. Last time you were scored six goals at home. Manchester United is integrating and growing. Isn't Manchester City growing as well??"

"Who the hell gave you the confidence? Experts and celebrities are talking so recklessly? Are you really not watching the game???"

"Damn it, Real Madrid and Chelsea have been hammered. And you dare to say that Manchester United can win?"

"Pogba will prove himself in the midfield? You can just say that Pogba is better than Zhao! Why are you still hiding it? That nineteen-year-old Zhao just broke Ronaldo's goal record in the Champions League. You want Pogba, this kind of erratic player, to prove himself? Why don't you go up and play yourself!! Are you a pig?"

"I'm a Manchester United fan, and I feel too embarrassed."

However, a considerable number of Manchester United fans are still full of expectations. These views also have something to believe in, such as Mourinho, such as Pogba.

Although Mourinho has always been criticized, he definitely understands Guardiola.

Although Pogba has always been erratic, he has the strength.

Manchester City has been very tired in February, continuously playing in the Champions League, League Cup, and FA Cup.

Manchester United still has a great chance in this game.

Time quickly came to February 25th, and the 26th round of the Premier League began.

Manchester City will welcome the challenge of the Red Devils Manchester United at home.

This game has attracted the attention of almost everyone in Manchester, and a huge number of fans throughout England are also paying attention.

The weekend is a feast for football fans.

Of course, this does not include the distant ancient country of the East.

Because there, a large number of fans are also working on weekends.

The 996 lifestyle has already exhausted many fans physically and mentally. How can they have the energy to cheer on the spot?

Being able to take a peek in front of the TV is already quite a support for football.

What's more, there is the even more magical 007 work schedule?

A large number of young people have already begun to slack off. Being able to swipe a news item after the game and shout "666" for football is already very difficult.

...

Manchester, the sky used to be red.

In recent seasons, the situation has changed somewhat.

Since Old Sir retired, the sky over Manchester has slowly turned blue.

And at the Etihad Stadium, fans wearing light blue jerseys have of course become the main theme!

Absolute advantage!

Those Manchester United fans in white or red are like a drop in the ocean, so small that they can be ignored.

But they still carry passion and pride.

This is the so-called foundation of a powerhouse.

Accompanied by the high songs of Manchester City fans, blue flags are flying all over the stadium.

The players from both sides are already standing in the player tunnel, waiting to enter the field.

"After changing coaches this season, Manchester United performed well in the early season, but after the Manchester derby with Manchester City, their record fluctuated, and it seemed that there was some distrust between the players and the coach.

Fortunately, Manchester United's management spoke out, expressing their absolute support for Mourinho. Although Manchester United has not been as outstanding as Manchester City, Leicester City, and Chelsea in the subsequent games, they have also shown very good competitive standards.

There is not much suspense in the Premier League title this season, but the situation for the top four is very urgent. Liverpool, Arsenal, and Manchester United all have the opportunity to finally squeeze into the top four.

So this game is very important for Manchester United and Mourinho.

Of course, this is not just a top-four battle, but more importantly, an opportunity, an opportunity for Mourinho and Manchester United to prove themselves!

They were fiercely sniped by Manchester City at Old Trafford in the early season. After that game, Mourinho received huge controversy.

In this game, I hope Mourinho can prove his reputation as a world-class famous coach.

Compared with the first leg between the two sides, Mourinho has made very big changes in this game.

It is still the 4-2-3-1 formation, but including Martial and Herrera, all of them have been pressed on the bench.

After the excellent performance in the early season, Martial has become somewhat decadent.

You know, in the early season, Manchester United used him to compare with Zhao as a forward attacker.

After more than half a season, Zhao fulfilled his wish and won the Golden Boy Award, becoming the core of Manchester City while leading Manchester City all the way.

He also broke Ronaldo's single-season Champions League goal record, and his light is brilliant. And Martial, who was able to compete with Zhao in the early season, has already sat on the bench.

Manchester United's 80 million euros... made a very beautiful splash.

Let's take a look at Manchester United's starting lineup.

Still at the forefront is Ibrahimovic, this divine striker, who has now become the father of Manchester United's front line. He originally came to retire, but Manchester United is now relying on him.

He will be Manchester United's biggest reliance on the attacking line. In the first leg between the two sides, Ibrahimovic also scored a goal, but he was no match for Manchester City, who were dizzy.

We look forward to his performance in this game.

Behind him are Lingard, Rooney, and Mkhitaryan.

In the midfielder position are Pogba, who missed the first round match, and Fellaini.

In the back line, Valencia, Bailly, Blind, and Luke Shaw.

In the goalkeeper position, it is still De Gea.

When De Gea faced Zhao, his performance can be described as disastrous, and he was blasted by Zhao with three direct free kicks.

This is a very dazzling record for De Gea and Zhao.

Hopefully, in this game, De Gea can cheer up.

This lineup has a very solid defense on the back line, but lacks some breakthrough ability.

Manchester City, on the other hand, is also the most proficient 4-2-3-1 formation.

It's just that this time the player positions have changed somewhat.

At the forefront is Jesus, who just joined the team. This young Brazilian player has performed very well, scoring goals in the FA Cup, League Cup, and League.

Behind him are Sane, De Bruyne, and Sterling. Sane's performance in the central midfielder position is somewhat struggling, so in this game, Guardiola exchanged his position with De Bruyne. I don't know if De Bruyne can adapt to Guardiola's new tactics.

The double midfielders are Fernandinho and Zhao. Zhao has appeared in this position before, but as he plays, he runs to the front and becomes a 4-1-4-1 formation. Let's see what he will do in this game... I guess he will still run to the front...

In the back line, Clichy replaced Kolarov, the double center backs are Otamendi and Stones, and the right back is Kyle Walker.

Goalkeeper, Bravo!"