In response to Ferguson's remarks, Fleet Street began to make things difficult for Comain again.
After the glory of last season, Comain already had the majesty of a top manager.
He said casually at the pre-match press conference, "I won't play this kind of game with the Manchester United manager. It's meaningless. He can say whatever he wants. Liverpool has their own pursuits and goals. They don't need others to tell them what to do. This is a very strange phenomenon. A team that is not performing as well as the other team will casually comment on a team that is performing better. This phenomenon is not normal, so why should I respond?"
Comain knew very well that if he argued with Ferguson, he would fall into the other party's "trap." The astute Ferguson was already a master-level manager in psychological warfare. He did not need to compete with him, let alone a battle of words.
Ask all the Liverpool players: Do you care very much that there is no EFL Cup or FA Cup trophy at the end of the season?
Unless Liverpool were all empty, then of course Liverpool would care.
But if there was a Premier League or Champions League title, 99% of the players would say: Who cares! The EFL Cup and FA Cup are nothing!
Of course, this did not mean that Comain despised the EFL Cup and FA Cup. It could only be said that things were prioritised and the goals pursued were ranked according to their importance.
Liverpool was now more concerned about whether they could continue their dominance from last season and monopolize the important championship trophies!
This was an important foundation for the revival of the dynasty!
The double red would be played on the night of September 19.
The Red Army fans came to Old Trafford with an air of pride. Years of repression were finally released. The Red Army was no longer suppressed by Manchester United!
The Red Devils fans, on the other hand, looked like they would not rest until Liverpool was dead.
If Manchester United had won the Premier League title last season, Ferguson would have realized his bold words: to kick Liverpool off the throne!
It was a pity that Liverpool eventually won the title, causing Ferguson's great ambition to fall short, or perhaps be delayed for a few years.
But considering that Ferguson was no longer young, no one could say when he would choose to retire.
This made the Red Devils fans suppress the anger in their hearts.
When Liverpool's throne was in jeopardy, they managed to turn things around!
This was probably the most unbearable thing for everyone.
On the night of September 19th, Manchester United and Liverpool went to war at Old Trafford!
The starting players of the two teams walked into Old Trafford with their heads held high.
"Welcome to Old Trafford. The fifth round of the new season's Premier League concludes with the English derby, a showdown between two of England's traditional powerhouses!
Manchester United's start to the new season could be said to be high but low. Two wins and two draws were not satisfactory, while Liverpool won four consecutive victories. This six-point battle would be crucial.
Andy, do you think Manchester United can compete with Liverpool in the new season with the strength they have shown in the last four games? "
"Martin, I think it's a little difficult. Although Ferguson's ability to integrate the team is well known, the gap in overall strength is a little big.
In other words, Manchester United and Liverpool are neck and neck when it comes to the strength of the team as a whole. But in a few cases, the key players who decide the game rely on the individual ability of the star players.
In this regard, Manchester United has fallen behind Liverpool.
At crucial moments, Liverpool has top star players like Qin Xiong, Gerard, Torres and Raúl.
What about Manchester United? Wayne Rooney may be one, but is there anyone else? Berbatov is not a big player at all. Ryan Giggs and Paul Scholes are old. They have their moments to shine, but it's difficult for them to be the heroes of the team.
That's why I said Manchester United needs to bring in high-level star players, but their financial situation over the years does not allow them to spend a lot of money to buy star players. This is an important reason why I think Manchester United is gradually going downhill. Teams now have to spend money to improve their competitiveness! "
"Well, it's no wonder that Ferguson wants to play a psychological battle with Liverpool at the beginning of the season. Unfortunately, Liverpool manager Comain does not take the bait."
"Comain's approach is right. Liverpool has changed from a challenger to a ruler. They don't need to care about the voices of last season's losers. That will only add to their troubles. I admire Comain for this. Most victors are blinded by their own position and must be recognized by the outside world to shut the losers up. But they all use the wrong method and act on impulse, just like Keegan back then. Comain is right to use this pragmatic attitude to fight back against harsh voices."
"Comain seems to know what he has to do, which is a good thing for Liverpool.
Well, let's take a look at the starting lineups for both sides.
Manchester United's starting lineup today is 442.
Goalkeeper: Edwin van der Sar.
Defenders: O 'Shea, Vidic, Evans, Patrice Evra.
Midfielders: Nani, Fletcher, Scholes, Ryan Giggs.
Forwards: Berbatov, Rooney.
Ferdinand's absence due to injury is a big loss for Manchester United, which will leave a hidden danger in their rear defensive line.
Liverpool's starting lineup is 433.
Goalkeeper: Reina.
Defenders: Johnson, Carragher, Skrtel, Aurelio.
Midfielders: Mascherano, Alonso, Gerard.
Forwards: Raúl, Torres, Qin Xiong.
Liverpool's lineup is relatively complete. Torres, who has been criticized by the outside world, scored twice in the Champions League a few days ago. Whether he can score in the league today is doubtful. He has always been in good form against Manchester United.
The double red is about to start. Let's wait for a big battle to unfold! "
Liverpool and Manchester United set up their formation in the Old Trafford stadium. The players of both teams looked resolute as they waited for the game to start.
Ferguson sat in the home team's technical area. His face was calm, but his heart was not calm. Liverpool's and Chelsea's strength in the new season made him feel like he was sitting on pins and needles.
Manchester United had already lost four points in the new season and suffered the absence of the defender, Ferdinand, due to injury, which made Manchester United's future uncertain in the new season.
Many years later, Liverpool, who had been trampled by Manchester United, was now at the peak of their power. Ferguson could not take it lying down.
Even their neighbor, Manchester City, was getting stronger with each passing day. Ferguson knew that Manchester United's days would get harder and harder.
Comain appeared very calm. It could be said that he had defeated Ferguson since he came to England.
Now Liverpool's energy was more focused on consolidating their position.
One championship title was not enough to prove anything. If Liverpool started to relax now and thought that they were in a stable position, it was likely that they would be forgotten in a few years. Just like Real Madrid, who had also created a season of incomparable brilliance, the higher you stood, the harder you fell!
On the field, Liverpool's momentum was clearly stronger than Manchester United's!
Now, the Red Army was the king of English football, not the Red Devils Manchester United!
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