Starting with saving Manchester United

"Well done, Robin!"

In the VIP box, Ferguson couldn't help but stand up and applaud the Dutch striker the moment he saw Van Persie score against Olympiacos.

The Glazer brothers next to him couldn't help but cheer loudly, just like the Manchester United fans around them.

But what they saw wasn't the goal, but the benefits of advancing.

"This attack has a similar feel to Manchester United's previous attacks." Even a novice like Joel Glazer could see some clues.

Ferguson nodded repeatedly.

During Moyes' tenure, Manchester United's tactics were based on passing and movement, but the midfield was weak and unable to effectively pass the ball forward.

This resulted in Manchester United often gaining possession advantage, but instead mostly passing the ball around in their own half.

However, in this match, Manchester United has had virtually no possession advantage so far.

Just like that attack, it was played very simply, making full use of the players' characteristics and strengths.

"That was a crucial goal, it really boosted morale. If we push forward and attack while Olympiacos are in disarray after conceding the goal, we have a great chance to take further advantage and equalize the score!" Ferguson couldn't help but clench his fists.

"Keep pushing forward and attacking!"

Although he has been away for more than half a year, he still hasn't detached himself from his role as Manchester United manager and always finds himself unconsciously immersing himself in that role.

However, he quickly regained his senses.

He is no longer the manager of Manchester United.

This made him sigh with a sense of melancholy.

He can see it, but can that newbie below see it?

Even if they saw it, given Yang Fan's cautious nature at the start, would he dare to push out and attack?

Thinking of this, Ferguson shook his head regretfully, "What a pity!"

What a great opportunity!

The Glazer brothers naturally understood what Ferguson meant.

Just then, not far from their feet in front of the home team's coaching bench, Yang Fan suddenly broke free from the embrace of Mike Phelan and Steve Lund, strode to the edge of the command area, and roared at the players celebrating on the sidelines.

"Push forward, keep the attack going!"

"Stop celebrating, seize the opportunity, and get going!"

The Manchester United players who were celebrating on the sidelines also came to their senses, immediately realized the opportunity, and quickly ran back onto the field.

Rooney was even urging the referee to restart the game immediately.

The entire Old Trafford stadium was still erupting in wild cheers.

This caused the Glazer brothers to exchange a glance, both seeing the shock in each other's eyes.

That newbie actually thought the same thing as Ferguson?

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When Olympiacos' Campbell restarted the game in the center circle, everyone was surprised to find that Robin van Persie, who had just scored for Manchester United, was leading the charge and quickly entered Olympiacos' half.

Fellaini and Rooney pressed forward simultaneously from behind him.

Immediately following up were the two flanks, with Ashley Young and Valencia both pushing forward.

Manchester United's relentless high press made it difficult for Olympiacos to cope.

But this Greek team, which managed to emerge from the group stage and reach the Champions League round of 16, is by no means a pushover.

Especially under the guidance of Spanish head coach Michel, his passing ability is not bad.

Although the ball remained in Olympiacos' half, it wasn't easy for Manchester United to win it back.

"That was too reckless!"

In another box, Giggs let out a sneer when he saw Manchester United players pressing high on the pitch.

"After scoring the first goal, I got a little carried away."

"Has he forgotten how Moyes' teams always lost?"

"Yes," Phil Neville chimed in. "The solid defense and counter-attacks at the start worked, and we should stick to this style of play."

"He's pushing forward blindly now, exposing his defense. If the Greeks seize just one opportunity..."

Just as the Class of '92 players were talking, in the 18th minute, Manchester United pressed high up the pitch. Valencia successfully intercepted the ball on the right flank and tried to pass it to Rooney in the half-space.

The opposing center-back Marcano suddenly stepped forward and blocked the ball first.

After winning the ball, defensive midfielder Ndinga passed it to number 35 Domingos in front.

Domingos controlled the ball and turned, seemingly about to get rid of Carrick, but the latter decisively fouled him.

Dutch referee Keppers blew his whistle again and waved to Carrick.

The England midfielder tried to defend himself, but was still shown a yellow card.

"See? This is a warning!" Giggs said smugly.

"The problems in the midfield and defense haven't been solved. If we rush out to attack without thinking, this is the result."

Even after Carrick received a yellow card, Yang Fan, who was directing the team from the sidelines, was still signaling for them to push forward.

You can faintly hear Yang Fan encouraging the players from the sidelines, "It's okay, keep going."

"Antonio, you did a great job, keep it up!"

"Go! Go!!"

This prompted Giggs to scoff, "He clearly didn't learn his lesson from Moyes!"

During the match, Olympiacos took a quick free kick, but instead of passing it forward, they passed it back to center-back Manolas.

Van Persie rushed towards Manolas immediately, forcing the latter to pass the ball back to the goalkeeper.

Rooney followed closely behind, directly pressing towards the other center-back, Marcano, who had spread out.

Faced with Manchester United's relentless pressing tactics and his teammates' back passes, especially when he saw Van Persie rushing towards the penalty area from Manolas' direction, goalkeeper Roberto had no choice but to make a long-range pass, sending the ball towards Manchester United's right sideline.

Furthermore, in order to avoid Rooney, a high ball was used.

The ball landed precisely, and Olympiacos' left-back, Holebas, got there first and blocked the position.

But behind Holebas, Valencia sprinted quickly, using momentum to jump first and head the ball forward.

Rooney, who was originally going to chase back, arrived just in time and chested the ball down first.

The opposing center-back Marcano immediately lunged at Rooney, trying to stop him from turning around.

But before the ball could hit the ground, Rooney flicked it with his right foot, turned around, and then dribbled it towards the right side of the penalty area, before suddenly accelerating.

In terms of speed, Rooney has indeed declined a lot recently.

However, when facing a tall center forward who is 1.89 meters tall, Rooney still has the advantage when sprinting.

After breaking through Marcano's defense, Rooney caught up with the ball and, without hesitation, delivered a low cross with his right foot.

That was a brilliant pass, going directly into the six-yard box.

Inside the penalty area, Van Persie, who had been lying in wait, suddenly circled around to Manolas and poke the ball first.

Rooney's pass was headed in by Van Persie and went into the right side of the opponent's goal.

"GOALLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL!!!!!!"

"19th minute! 19th minute! Manchester United have equalized!"

"It's Van Persie again!"

"The Dutch striker has scored twice!"

"My God, Manchester United have successfully leveled the aggregate score!"

"2-0! 2-2 on aggregate!"

"Both sides are now back to square one!"

The entire Old Trafford stadium erupted with unprecedented passion at that moment.

More than 75,000 fans cheered and shouted at the top of their lungs at this moment.

Manchester United scored two goals in less than five minutes!

While the entire stadium erupted in celebration, Giggs, Phil Neville, and others in the VIP boxes were all dumbfounded with astonishment.

How did they score another goal so easily?

Was the Greeks' defense made of paper?

They were so formidable in the first round, how come they became so weak in the second round?

But at that moment, Yang Fan, who was standing in front of the home team's coaching bench, strode out and shouted loudly at the players.

"Stop celebrating, hurry up and keep the attacking!"

"We can score again!"

No one knew that at this very moment, in Yang Fan's eyes, the confidence of all 11 Manchester United players on the field was shining brightly.

Confidence is soaring! Morale is unstoppable!

If we don't seize this opportunity to crush Olympiacos in one fell swoop, when will we ever get another chance?