2 months ago, when Mourinho was contributing to the dismantling of Manchester United, the draw that brought them to face PSG in the knockout round was no different from a thunder that hit their ears, signaling a cramped failed season ahead.
But the situation turned around, after Mourinho quietly left Old Trafford, the "Red Devils" down to Solskjaer broke the record that had existed since 1947 of the club. The Norwegian coach won wherever he played, maintaining an unbeaten streak of 11 consecutive matches. More incredibly, M.U only drew 1 and won 10, completely different from the image of only being able to draw and lose under Jose Mourinho.
That was Manchester United's natural time. After going to the bottom of their form with "Special One" Mourinho, the Reds are playing well and showing a traditional, sublime attacking style of play.
Ole Solsa's team still has such people, but each individual player awakens their own talent. Most importantly, everyone wants to regain their own image and that of the Club. Therefore, the "Red Devils" are not afraid of any opponent.
In the first leg early tomorrow morning, Man United will play at home, that is the advantage. In the last 5 home matches, M.U won 4 and drew 1. The victories were all in an overwhelming style, the dead attraction against Burnley was the time when fans relived the feeling of Fergie Time. The "Red Devils" in Solskjaer's hands are really scary to play in their territory.
Meanwhile, PSG's last 5 matches have witnessed a hard-to-swallow defeat against Lyon away. Right at the important stage of the season, the home team at Parc des Princes landed on the road, which significantly affected the overall spirit of the team.
Football is a human game and fortunately for M.U, they are holding a very solid "hammock" in their hands.
Under Jose Mourinho, all the stars who are playing well for the "Red Devils" have now collapsed, which is a pity. Rashford was left out, Pogba was asked to play defensively, Martial was in conflict and almost found a way out, while Lukaku was no different from a lower-ranked player. However, when Solskjaer arrived, everything was resolved in just one opening match against Cardiff City.
Pogba is the number 1 star, scoring and assisting tirelessly. Rashford plays so well that Real Madrid is willing to fall for 80 million euros. Martial stayed the same, often dribbling breakthroughs and scoring eye-catching goals. As for Lukaku, from the image of a fat and clumsy striker, he became more flexible every time he was put on the field and the most important thing was to score, "Little Drogba" did.
Remember, in the "Red Devils" goal is still De Gea. In front of the Spanish goalkeeper is a defense that was once as thin as paper under Mourinho but now has been reinforced with steel by the will and efforts of each individual. In the past 11 matches, M.U has only conceded 7 goals. Previously, under Mourinho, the "Red Devils" were the only team in the top 10 with a negative goal difference. That is how strong and effective Man United's personnel are at the moment.
As for PSG, for some reason, they all have a deadline at the key moment of the season to seek glory in Europe. 2 years ago, the 4-0 home win over Barca was not enough to help the French representative advance. Two years later, before the ball could roll, they lost too many players to injuries.
Up to the match against M.U, coach Tuchel's team lost Neymar, Cavani, Verratti and Munier. Neymar-Cavani- Mbappe have lost two sharps due to injury. The mid-line leader Verratti also "sitting around playing, playing" for the same reason.
PSG, after buying Neymar from Barca and taking Mbappe off Real, has been named the team with the most fearsome attacking power in Europe. That is true, but when on the field, Tuchel has all 3 outstanding students. Now, everything is different.
Before the match, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer thought that his team had a chance to win. If they can take the lead against PSG right at home, Man United's door to continue will be wide open. However, those involved understand how important the match is in the early morning, PSG, despite facing a disadvantage, is still an opponent that cannot be underestimated.
The match between the two teams will take place at Old Trafford at 3:00 am tomorrow (February 13, Vietnam time).
