After the halftime break, due to Gao Xiaodong's red card and Nani's injury was too serious, Manchester United adjusted its personnel and replaced Nani with Scholes on the court and continued to maintain the offensive.

Although Gao Xiaodong is the new core of Manchester United, Manchester United's offense and defense have their own system. After Scholes came on the court, Manchester United's midfield can still maintain normal operation. However, due to Scholes' lack of running ability, Manchester United's defense strength and forward shooting ability have decreased a little.

However, after the main defender Carragher, who can score or go, was sent off with a red card, Liverpool's defense was unstable, and Manchester United's offense could also make breakthroughs from the two sides, creating many threats.

In the 70th minute of the second half, Hernandez, who came on the bench, headed the ball to score a goal for Manchester United. However, Manchester United had just seen hope of equalization, and Kuyt used Suarez's free kick to score the third goal, shattering Manchester United's dream of equalizing.

Manchester United then launched a fierce counterattack, but it was still unable to knock on Liverpool's goal again. In the end, Liverpool defeated Manchester United 3-1 at home, breaking Manchester United's unbeaten golden body.

At the end of the game, Manchester United players were very depressed. No one was willing to watch their mortal enemies celebrate on the court, and they all returned to the locker room with gloomy faces.

Ferguson was about to get up and leave, when Liverpool King Daglish walked over with joy, held Ferguson's hand tightly and said, "Sir, will accept it."

Ferguson was so angry that his chest was tight, but he didn't want to lose his demeanor in front of his old opponents. He sneered: "I lost this game, but it has nothing to do with the overall situation. In the end, we will win the 19th league championship."

Daglish said with a smile: "I came late and had no other ideas. It would be nice to win one game, but Xiao Donggao may also be suspended for three games. I hope Manchester United can hold on."

Ferguson sneered: "You don't care, other teams will not be as rough as Liverpool."

After saying that, Ferguson let go of Daglish's hand and left.

At the post-match press conference, Ferguson denounced Liverpool's rough play, and also expressed dissatisfaction with referee Phil Dodd's law enforcement standards.

"I don't want to defend my loss. No team will never lose. We are not as good as our opponents. Losing is normal. But is Liverpool here to play? They have been threatening my players with very rough movements and kicking Nani. Xiaodong was sent off because of Carragher's provocation. He is only 21 years old. It is understandable that he loses his calmness when his teammate is injured and his opponent spits at him. We plan to appeal for Xiaodong's red card, not to cancel the red card, but to reduce the punishment for Xiaodong."

Of course, Daglish would not admit that his team played roughly. He thought Carragher's moves were a bit big, but he did not mean to deliberately destroy people. However, Gao Xiaodong first punched Carragher in the chest, and then slapped Carragher in the face. Extremely bad behaviors like Gao Xiaodong must be severely punished. There are too few suspensions for three games and additional punishment should be added.

Online, Gao Xiaodong was sent off by a red card and has attracted heated discussions among fans and triggered a battle between Liverpool fans and Manchester United fans.

Some Manchester United fans think that Gao Xiaodong plays well and is too relieved. They should play against players like Carragher, even if they get a red card, it is worth it. Some fans think that Gao Xiaodong is right as the captain on the field, but it is not worth it to hit someone. If Manchester United collapses and loses the championship, Gao Xiaodong will be guilty of being a big deal; some fans think that Gao Xiaodong's approach is too reckless. It is certainly a good slap, but Manchester United loses the hope of equalization, and Gao Xiaodong will be punished for at least three games of suspension. This cost is really a bit too high.

Liverpool fans scolded Gao Xiaodong in anger, believing that Gao Xiaodong is a barbarian from a backward country. Players like Gao Xiaodong not only need to be banned from the red card, but also have to be tackled on the court.

Manchester United fans and Liverpool fans are their own, while neutral fans support Gao Xiaodong more. They believe that although Gao Xiaodong is reckless, he is domineering and responsible for his teammates. He is the most suitable captain for Manchester United, and is more likable than former Manchester United captain Keane and Cantona.

After the game, Manchester United players returned to the hotel and Ferguson called Gao Xiaodong to his room.

"Xiaodong, are you calming down now?"

Ferguson asked Gao Xiaodong to sit down and said gently.

Gao Xiaodong sat down in front of Ferguson and said with shame: "Sorry, boss, I'm too impulsive."

Ferguson waved his hand and said, "Nothing, no one can have a red card in his career..."

Gao Xiaodong was slightly more comfortable after hearing this, but Ferguson then said: "But as the core of the team, the captain on the field, he was easily angered and ended up with a red card. What if this was the Champions League final? What if this was the World Cup final?"

When Gao Xiaodong heard this, he sweated coldly. He smiled bitterly and said, "Boss, I'm too impulsive."

Gao Xiaodong's apology this time is really much more heartless.

Ferguson said: "First of all, the movements of the Premier League are larger than those of Serie A, and the referees' law enforcement standards are loose. Players have been seriously injured in several seasons. You must adapt to this change. Secondly, you are the core of the team, and your opponents will definitely try their best to defend you, including angering you and hurting you. You must think of countermeasures. Third, you must understand the heavy responsibility on your shoulders. Scholes is old and may retire next season. You are the new core of Manchester United. You are not playing on the wild court, and you cannot act willful."

"I understand, boss, seeing Carragher trying to destroy Nani and spit at me again, I didn't suppress my anger, and I will definitely respond to them with victory next time."

Seeing Gao Xiaodong admit his mistake humbly, Ferguson felt a little relieved and said, "Xiaodong, in the last game of Inter Milan, I asked you to wear the captain's armband. This time I played against Liverpool, I asked you to wear the captain's armband again. Do you know why?"

Gao Xiaodong felt a little moved and deliberately pretended to be confused: "Isn't it because Brother Leo and Vidic can't play?"

Ferguson shook his head secretly and thought to himself, this cunning boy wants to mess with my words. He said with a serious expression: "Leo and Vidic can't play. There are Evra, Fletcher, and Rooney on the field. I asked you to wear the captain's armband to train you to see if you can be competent for the captain's position after the season is over, but you are so impetuous today. If you are the captain's end, how can your teammates and fans feel at ease and how can you be convinced?"

Although Gao Xiaodong honestly admits his mistakes and surrenders when Ferguson criticizes him, Gao Xiaodong is not humble at all when it comes to specific interests. He hurriedly said: "Boss, it's okay for the fans to say I'm impetuous. I'm standing up for my teammates. How can my teammates blame me? Don't worry, this is the last time, and I will definitely not do it in the future."

Ferguson said: "What's wrong with you standing up for your teammates? Anyway, you've got a red card and you've affected the team's performance. This is giving others a handle."

Gao Xiaodong said: "Boss, you have to give people a chance to correct me. I am only 21 years old."

Seeing Gao Xiaodong so tired, Ferguson couldn't hold his face anymore, he patted Gao Xiaodong's head and said, "It's because you are young that I asked you to lead the captain's armband to try. You have played football for so long, this is the first red card, and I can still forgive you. You must not be so impulsive next time."

Gao Xiaodong quickly stood at attention, "Don't worry! Boss! I will definitely not do this again."

Ferguson nodded and said, "Go back and rest. The media and fans will definitely criticize you very much tomorrow, and you don't have to take it to heart."

"Yes, I'll just think they fart."
Chapter completed!