Chapter 499

Manchester City's teammates also noticed the crazy reaction in the audience.

While warming up, Sterling joked: "Li, you are a superstar here!"

De Bruyne also said with a smile: "It seems that we are not only fighting for Manchester City today, but also performing for Li Lei's fans."

Li Lei responded with a smile: "Yes, but we are a team. Today we will bring a wonderful game to the fans together!"

Aguero patted Li Lei on the shoulder and encouraged: "Li, don't be stressed."

"As long as you keep a normal heart and give full play, we will definitely win today."

Li Lei nodded and took a deep breath. Today's game is not only for the glory of Manchester City, but also for all the fans who support him.

He turned to face the stands, raised his arms, waved to the fans, and the cheers on the scene reached a climax.

The game is about to start, Li Lei stands on the field, and his heart is full of endless fighting spirit.

Inside and outside the Bird's Nest Stadium, all eyes are focused on this green field, looking forward to the wonderful moments of this top confrontation.

The referee blew the whistle and the game officially began.

Li Lei quickly got into the state. He ran back and forth on the field, actively participated in offense and defense, and every touch of the ball triggered a warm response from the audience.

In the 8th minute of the attack, Li Lei received a direct pass from De Bruyne and quickly broke through Manchester United's defense.

Facing Manchester United goalkeeper De Gea, he calmly shot the ball straight to the goal, but was bravely saved by De Gea.

Although there was no goal, Li Lei's breakthrough and shot won the applause and cheers of the fans.

"Good job, Li Lei!" Gao Yi shouted excitedly in the live broadcast.

"Although this shot was saved, Li Lei's performance is already good enough! I believe he will have more wonderful performances next!"

The game continued, and Manchester City and Manchester United launched a fierce offensive and defensive battle on the field.

The two sides played very closely in the first half. Since this was the first game after the two teams assembled, the players on both sides showed a decline in their state.

Despite this, there were still many wonderful moments in the game.

In the 15th minute, Manchester United's Martial made a cross after breaking through on the left, and Ibrahimovic headed the ball in the penalty area, but the ball was saved by Joe Hart.

Then, Manchester City quickly counterattacked. After receiving De Bruyne's direct pass, Li Lei shot a powerful shot in front of the penalty area, and the ball slightly missed the right side of the goal.

In the 30th minute, Manchester City organized an attack again.

David Silva cleverly passed the ball to Sterling, who quickly crossed the ball from the right, and Aguero volleyed in the penalty area, but the ball was saved by Manchester United goalkeeper De Gea.

Then, Manchester United's Rooney launched a quick counterattack after stealing in the midfield, and his long shot was firmly held by Joe Hart.

Before the end of the first half, Manchester City got a corner kick opportunity.

De Bruyne took a corner kick, Otamendi headed the ball in the penalty area, and the ball was saved by De Gea again.

Manchester United also created a threat at the last moment. Fellaini's header in the penalty area was cleared by Manchester City defender Kolarov on the goal line.

The first half ended and the score remained at 0:0.

Li Lei and his teammates walked back to the locker room to prepare for the challenge of the second half.

Although there was no goal for the time being, Manchester City's performance has given fans hope.

In the locker room, Guardiola encouraged the players: "Everyone played very well in the first half. Although we haven't scored yet, we have created many opportunities."

"We must maintain this momentum and continue to work hard in the second half."

He picked up the tactical board and continued to arrange tactics: "In the second half, we must speed up the offensive rhythm, especially the midfield pass must be faster."

"Li Lei, you and Sterling should create more breakthrough opportunities on both wings and try to break through their defense."

"Aguero, you need to move more in the penalty area and look for gaps."

Guardiola emphasized: "We must continue to focus on defense, especially when facing Manchester United's fast counterattack, we must return to defense in time and not give them too many opportunities."

"We have the ability to win this game, everyone must go all out and don't miss any chance to score."

"Remember, we are Manchester City!"

The players in the locker room nodded in understanding, they cheered up and prepared to go all out in the second half.

During the halftime break, Gao Yi in the live broadcast room was still passionately sharing the highlights of the first half with the fans.

"We saw some very exciting moments in the first half, such as Martial's breakthrough cross, Ibrahimovic's header, and Joe Hart's heroic save," Gao YiSaid during the live broadcast.

"Of course, there was also Li Lei's powerful shot, which was just a little bit away from going in!"

However, the comments in the live broadcast room showed the fans' dissatisfaction.

"0:0? This doesn't match the strength of Manchester City, which has won three championships!"

"Why do I feel that the state is not right?"

"I thought this game would be more exciting, but there were so many mistakes in the first half."

"Li Lei's shot made me sweat, but I always felt that something was missing."

Gao Yi smiled and comforted: "Don't worry, everyone, this is the first game before the season after all, and the players are still recovering."

"Believe me, the second half will definitely be more exciting! Guardiola will definitely make adjustments during the halftime break."

He continued: "However, judging from the performance in the first half, we can still see many highlights."

"For example, Manchester City's counterattack speed is very fast, and De Bruyne and David Silva's cooperation is also very tacit."

"I believe that after the midfield adjustment, Manchester City will show a better performance in the second half."

The barrage in the live broadcast room gradually became less complaining and more expectant.

"I hope we can see a goal in the second half!"

"Come on Manchester City! Come on Li Lei!"

"Believe in Guardiola's adjustments!"

Gao Yi nodded and said, "That's right, everyone keep your confidence."

"We have world-class coaches and players, and there will definitely be wonderful performances in the second half."

As the players returned to the field, the atmosphere in the live broadcast room became lively again.

The fans held their breath and looked forward to the start of the second half.

Gao Yi also adjusted the camera angle, ready to continue to bring everyone wonderful live commentary.

When Li Lei and his teammates reappeared on the field, the fans in the audience burst into huge cheers.

Li Lei looked back and saw countless familiar red national flags and enthusiastically waving hands. He took a deep breath and felt the power from his motherland.

"It's really exciting to see so many fans supporting me," Li Lei said to Sterling beside him.

Sterling smiled and patted his shoulder: "This is your home court, Li, let's present a wonderful game for them today."

De Bruyne also came over and showed a confident smile: "In the second half, let's go all out."

Li Lei nodded, his eyes firm: "Yes, let's bring a victory to the fans!"

With the referee's whistle, the second half of the game began.

Everyone inside and outside the stadium is looking forward to a new breakthrough.