On the bus to the King Power Stadium, Manchester United's players and coaches were not in a good mood.
Many people were resting, and only a few were chatting, and the content of their chats was all about the upcoming competition.
"Man, things are finally looking up for us lately."
"Yeah, if we can't win again, everyone's mood might change."
"I hope the last game was a turning point."
"That's right, we must beat Leicester City today."
"Get two consecutive wins and return to the top four!"
In the front row, Manchester United assistant coach Giggs frowned slightly.
He heard the players' discussion behind him.
Yes, the team's situation is really not good in a condition now.
Since the start of the Premier League, they have encountered a bumpy start.
In the first round, they lost unexpectedly to Swansea 1-2.
Then they were tied by Sunderland and Burnley in succession.
Manchester United finds it hard to accept a result of three games without a win and only two points.
Fortunately, they won 4-0 against Queen Park Rangers in the last game, which eased the situation a little.
Despite this, they are still a long way from the top four.
As the start is not good, They will have to work harder to catch up.
Especially this game, they have to win it.
"Ryan."
"Um?"
Van Gaal, who was sitting next to him, suddenly spoke and Giggs turned his head.
Van Gaal patted him on the shoulder: "Ryan, although I have said it many times, I want to say it again."
"Um?"
"Thank you, Ryan."
"Why did you bring it up again..."
"Because I value your presence in the team more and more."
"I'm just an assistant coach, helping you out, is my priority."
"No, you are just as important. You had the opportunity to leave Manchester United this summer to coach a team, but you didn't leave, and I am very grateful to you."
"I heard that you were coming, so I thought I could learn more from you. After all, there aren't many opportunities like this."
"Haha, that's really nice to hear. I hope I can bring the championship that Manchester United wants, and then I leave and you stay and make Manchester United better and better."
Giggs said nothing, just smiled.
Will Manchester United get better?
I hope so…
The bus stopped outside the King Power Stadium and Manchester United players and coaches got off the bus and entered the stadium.
It is worth mentioning that when Manchester United coaches and players entered the stadium, Leicester City fans in the square also applauded.
This made many new players who joined Manchester United a little stunned.
Falcao: "Is it because of our reputation as Manchester United?"
Herrera: "Is it because the Leicester fans are nice and friendly?"
Rooney shook his head: "No, it's just because our two teams have a good relationship."
Di Maria: "How good is the relationship?"
Robin van Persie: "The relationship was so good that we sent them a lot of young players, and then... that's it."
He was going to mention there was an FA Cup title, but forget it.
Van Persie missed the FA Cup final last season due to injury, and he has always been upset about losing the championship.
In this game, he expected to win more than anyone else.
Apart from Van Persie, other teammates were also eager to win.
They were upset about losing the championship unexpectedly last season.
For example, De Gea, for example, Rooney.
Of course, this includes coach Van Gaal.
He doesn't care about Leicester City, he only cares about whether he can get the three points.
When they stepped onto the stadium, the Leicester City players had not arrived yet.
"Go on the field and warm up!"
Van Gaal waved his hand, and more than a dozen red dots appeared on the blue King Power Stadium.
This game must be won!
Seeing Manchester United enter the stadium, the voice of the host at the King Power Stadium came out loudly.
"Welcome our friends, Manchester United!"
Instantly, the King Power Stadium burst into applause!
In addition to Manchester United fans, Leicester City fans also gave them friendly and welcoming applause!
Manchester United friends, welcome to our club!
Listening to the applause from the audience, the Manchester United players also felt much better.
"It would be great if every opponent was like Leicester City."
"in your dreams bro! "
Just five minutes after they entered the stadium, Leicester City players also arrived.
When Pearson entered the field, Van Gaal was looking down at the documents in his hands.
After all, he was the host, so Pearson took the initiative to walk over and say hello.
"Hello, Coach Van Gaal."
"Hello, Coach Pearson."
The two shook hands tightly, with Pearson smiling: "Welcome to the King Power Stadium. I hope today will be a wonderful game."
Van Gaal nodded but didn't reply.
It doesn't matter whether the game is exciting or not, as long as we win the game.
Leicester City players entered the stadium, and when Xia xing walked out of the player tunnel, the first person he saw was Giggs.
And Giggs was watching him.
"Xia!"
"senior!"
Xia Xing trotted towards Giggs, and Giggs gave him a hug.
Seeing this former Manchester United junior, Giggs was happy for him from the bottom of his heart.
"Congratulations on winning the Premier League Player of the Month award."
"I'm just lucky."
"Still so humble, haha. How is it in Leicester City?"
"It's okay. After all, I'm familiar with it and feel comfortable here."
"That's good..."
Giggs pointed at Van Gaal, Xia Xing nodded, and he walked towards Van Gaal to greet the former coach with whom he had never had a master-disciple relationship.
"Hello, Coach Van Gaal."
"Oh? It's Xia. Hello."
The two suddenly fell silent.
So awkward....
Yeah, what else is there to say.
Xia Xing did not stand there awkwardly. He nodded slightly, then turned around and ran towards the court.
Looking at Xia Xing's departing back, Giggs smiled bitterly and shook his head.
If I were still the manager of Manchester United, I would never let this young man go.
His talent is top-notch, but now he not only cannot help Manchester United, but will also become a big enemy of Manchester United.
No, he has been one of Manchester United's opponents since last season's FA Cup final...
Looking at Xia Xing running onto the field, several Manchester United veterans also greeted him from a distance.
Rooney: "That kid is quite capable."
Robin van Persie: "I thought he was a flash of genius when he played in the FA Cup final. I only saw it since the start of this season, he is really good. He can dribble, pass, shoot, defend, and has good physical fitness. Really good."
Rooney: "What a shame."
After more than half an hour of warm-up, players from both sides returned to the locker room to listen to the coach's final instructions.
Van Gaal's voice was still serious: "This game will still proceed according to the previous arrangement. I require you to attack throughout the game! We must beat Leicester City and we must get three points!"
In the home team's locker room, Pearson's voice was equally serious.
"Manchester United are more eager to win this game than we are, so we must stay calm! As long as we stay calm, we will be able to seize their loopholes and launch a high-quality counterattack!"
(End of this chapter)