As the referee's whistle blows, the second half officially begins!
In the 46th minute, the second half started. Wigan kicked off, but as soon as the ball reached midfield, it was intercepted by Carrick.
Manchester United's offensive has not weakened at all.
In the 50th minute, Zhang Kuang broke through from the left and passed a cross. Rooney got the ball in the penalty area and knocked it back to Ashley Young at the top of the penalty area. The latter met the ball and shot coldly. The ball ran into the lower left corner of the goal!
4:0!
Valencia ran to the sidelines and made a 'telescope' celebration gesture, with a smile on his face.
This is his 7th league goal this season.
Martin: "GOOOOOOOOOAL! Valencia! Manchester United 4:0 lead! This goal seals the victory! Manchester United's frontcourt attack is picturesque, Valencia is the icing on the cake!"
Neville: "Valencia's shot timing is very good, and Rooney's counterattack is also very selfless. This is Manchester United, not just Zhang Kuang, every player can score."
He Wei: "The ball was scored, Manchester United led Wigan Athletic 4:0! At the 50th minute of the game, Manchester United had basically sealed the victory.
The only suspense next is whether Zhang Kuang can complete the hat trick, and how many goals Manchester United can win in the end."
In the 55th minute, Wigan Athletic got the best chance of the game.
Moses broke through from the right and passed in. Di Santo was unguarded from the back and headed the ball towards the goal!
The ball flew towards the near corner of the goal, and De Gea flew to save the ball with one palm!
The whole audience burst into cheers of "DEGEA!"
Martin: "De Gea! World-class save! Di Santo's header was almost certain to go in, but De Gea blocked the ball with his fingertips! Manchester United goalkeeper performed perfectly today, he is pursuing a clean sheet!"
Neville: "De Gea's reaction speed is top-notch in the world, and his jumping and body stretching are also top-notch. Di Santo's header is very powerful and the angle is very tricky, but De Gea's saving range covers the entire goal. He was able to save this ball entirely because of his talent."
In the 58th minute, Zhang Kuang once again took the ball from the left, shook it continuously and then cut inside to shoot, but López blocked the ball from the baseline.
In the 61st minute, Evra tackled Watson in the midfield. Mason was whistled for a foul and received a verbal warning.
In the 64th minute, Manchester United made a substitution. Giggs was replaced by Cleverley due to a calf strain.
This was a precautionary substitution. When Giggs came off the field, all the fans stood up and applauded. Ferguson stepped forward and hugged him.
Before Cleverley came on the field, Welbeck grabbed him and said, "Tell Zhang that if he scores another hat trick, Pogba will treat the whole team to dinner for a month!"
Cleverley nodded with a smile, "Received, I guarantee it will be delivered."
He ran onto the field, found Zhang Kuang immediately, and said something in his ear.
Zhang Kuang listened, with a meaningful smile on his face.
In the 68th minute, Wigan midfielder Watson took a long shot, but the angle was too right and was confiscated by De Gea.
In the 70th minute, Hernández was replaced by Welbeck.
'Little Pea' high-fived Zhang Kuang when he came off the field and applauded the fans. He has scored a goal today and performed very well.
At the 72nd minute, waves of people began to form in the Old Trafford stands.
Starting from the East Stand, pass to the West Stand, South Stand, and North Stand, and circle the field three times in a row.
This is the longest wave record for Old Trafford this season.
Wigan players stood on the court, watching this scene awkwardly. They knew that they were just the backdrop for this celebration.
In the 75th minute, Zhang Kuang shot again, Al-Habsi saved the ball, and Welbeck made a follow-up shot but it was offside.
In the 77th minute, Valencia hit the opponent's head with his elbow while competing with McArthur in the midfield, and Mason was shown a yellow card.
In the 79th minute, Di Santo sprained his ankle and fell to the ground with a painful expression. He was eventually helped off the field by the team doctor and was later replaced by Rodallega.
In the 82nd minute, Rodallega completed a volley as soon as he came on the field. The ball flew off the crossbar! The whole audience exclaimed.
But even so, Wigan still couldn't break through Manchester United's defense.
In the 84th minute, Valencia was replaced by Ashley Young.
In the 87th minute, Zhang Kuang tried his third long-range shot from the top of the penalty area, and the ball hit the outside of the left post and popped out!
The whole audience sighed, and then burst into warm applause. They knew that Zhang Kuang almost completed a hat trick.
On the bench, Pogba and Valencia jumped up from their seats at the same time.
Valencia: "Fortunately I didn't get in! Pogba's treat plan went bankrupt!"
Pogba: "... Zhang is helping me save money, there is no need for this."
In the 88th minute, Welbeck received a header from Nani, but was saved by Al-Habsi.
In the 89th minute, Rodallega pushed Evans from behind and Mason was shown a yellow card.
3 minutes of added time.
In the stoppage time, all the fans no longer paid attention to the game, but collectively sang "We have won the 19th championship!" and started the countdown - "90 minutes and 01 seconds...90 minutes and 02 seconds..."
In the 90th+2nd minute, Wigan made the last attack, and Maloney's long shot was easily caught by De Gea.
As soon as the 90th + 3rd minute arrived, Li·Mason blew the whistle to end the game!
"Beep--beep--beep!!!!"
Old Trafford exploded!
75,000 people simultaneously burst into cheers like a tsunami, and red confetti poured down from the ceiling like a red rainstorm.
The fans rushed into the stadium, but the security personnel could not stop them and had no intention of stopping them.
A small group of fans rushed to the players and lifted Zhang Kuang, Rooney, and Hernández high.
Zhang Kuang squatted on the field, clenched his hands into fists, looked up to the sky and roared.
His shouts were drowned out by the cheers of 75,000 people. This was his second Premier League championship in Manchester United.
I wonder if there is a third one?
Martin: "The game is over. In the end, Manchester United won 4:0 at home. At this point, Manchester United team also won the 2011-12 season England Premier League championship 6 rounds in advance.
They made history again, winning their 19th top league championship and the 13th Premier League championship since the establishment of Premier League.
Congratulations to Manchester United, congratulations to Sir Ferguson, who led Manchester United to an unprecedented honor. In 1992, Premier League was founded exactly 20 years ago, and Manchester United won 13 of them. It can be said that Manchester United almost monopolized the championship."
Neville: "Speaking of this, I remembered the show that day. Some people said that Manchester United could no longer win the championship because they were afraid that Manchester United's monopoly would make Premier League lose its appeal.
But Premier League Manchester United won 13 championships in 20 years, which is considered a monopoly, but in the past 20 years, Premier League has not lost its appeal because of Manchester United's monopoly on championships."
Martin: "Well, yes, yes, that's right, what you said makes sense. Then how many years do you think Manchester United will rule Premier League?"
Neville: "This is hard to say, because Sir Ferguson's retirement will cause big changes in Manchester United. If Manchester United can continue to win the championship without Sir's coaching, then the Manchester United dynasty will continue.
If there is turmoil in Manchester United after the Jazz retires, and they cannot win the championship within three years, it will be hard to say. After all, there are many pursuers behind, Chelsea, Manchester City, Arsenal, Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspur, these are all strong contenders."
Martin: "Wouldn't it work if we kept the lineup intact? Zhang Kuang, Rooney, Hernández, Pogba, Valencia, Ashley Young, Cleverley, Welbeck, Phil·Jones, De Gea and other powerful players are still very young."
Neville: "Martin, whether a team can win the championship does not depend on having a bunch of outstanding players. Teams like Manchester United and Chelsea have a bunch of outstanding players, but it is difficult for them to steal the championship from Manchester United."
Martin: "I understand what you mean. The real core of Manchester United is Sir Ferguson. Only he can suppress and command these superstars."
Neville:"This is one of the factors..."
Martin: "Then do you predict, will Zhang Kuang still be in Manchester United next season? He once again helped Manchester United win the championship, and this season UEFA Champions League also entered the semi-finals. As long as Barcelona passes the semi-finals, winning the championship will seem to be easy.
If Manchester United can UEFA Champions League win consecutive championships, can Manchester United still retain Zhang Kuang? After all, he is the key player for the championship. In terms of money, most teams pay more than Manchester United."
Neville: "It all depends on whether Jazz Ferguson will continue to coach and the new contract the team gives him. Who knows? Regardless of whether Zhang Kuang can be retained or not, the two years he came to Manchester United have also created history for Manchester United, no."
Martin:"..."
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After the game, English Football Association staff quickly set up a medal podium in the center of the stadium.
The fans in the audience were excited and enthusiastic. Manchester United's victory allowed them to lock in the 2011-12 Premier League league championship six rounds in advance.
After the award podium was set up, English Football Association Chairman David·Bernstein walked onto the stage. Behind him was a shining silver Premier League championship trophy.
"Ladies and gentlemen!" Bernstein took the microphone, "Let us give the warmest applause to welcome the 2011-12 season England Football Premier League champion - the Manchester United team!"
Manchester United players lined up to walk onto the podium, not only the players who entered the 18-man roster for this game, but also the players who registered for the first team, they all stood on the stage.
Burns put gold medals on them one by one. The players had championship medals hanging around their necks and smiles on their faces.
Bernstein finally held Zhang Kuang's hand. "Congratulations, Zhang Kuang. You made this season special."
Zhang Kuang nodded. "Thank you."
Bernstein handed the championship trophy to Vidić--Manchester United, the captain.
Vidić pulled Zhang Kuang forward together and held up the trophy under the slogan of "one, two, three". Then everyone shouted in unison, "We are the champions!", and then the whole place was excited again.
"We are the champions!"
"We are the champions!"
"We are the champions!"
"We are the champions!"
"We are the champions!"
"..."
Red confetti fell from the sky again.
Ferguson stood aside, chewing gum with a smile on his face.
He Wei: "This is a historic moment! Manchester United won their 19th top league championship! Under the leadership of Ferguson, this Manchester United has become the well-deserved overlord of British football! Let us congratulate Manchester United, congratulate Sir Ferguson, and congratulate Zhang Kuang!!!"
Zhang Lu: "China players were fortunate enough to participate in Manchester United's second league championship moment. Zhang Kuang's performance this season is unprecedented.
So far, he has scored 84 league goals in just 32 games. After this season, he may become the first player in football history to score more than 100 goals in all competitions in a single season."
He Wei: "Yes, this great player continues to create great achievements for Chuanda club under a great coach!!"
Zhang Lu:"Hey..."
After the awards were given, reporters rushed directly into the venue for interviews.
Ferguson blushed and said excitedly, "This is Manchester United's way, using offensive football to win the championship! This season has been long and difficult, but we have made it all the way."
Thank you to the club for your support, to the players for their hard work throughout the season, to the fans for their continued support, and to my family for their support. As you know, my family is very worried about me continuing to coach, but they still supported me this season."
Reporter: "What do you think of Zhang Kuang's performance? Are you satisfied?"
Ferguson:"Zhang Kuang? What more can you ask of him? He scored 84 league goals. This is not a number, this is a legend.
Of course, what I want to say is that this is a victory for the whole team, and everyone gave their all. 19 championships, but this will not be the end."
Reporter: "Jazz, will you continue to coach next season? Or will you retire?"
Ferguson: "Now is not the time to talk about retirement. I still enjoy the happiness brought by the championship. I love football..."
Rooney was interviewed. "I'm so excited. We won the championship again. This was a successful season. Yes, although it was not easy, we won the championship more easily than in previous seasons because we have a stronger attack power and better defense and organization.
Thank you to the club, thank you to BOSS, thank you to your teammates, thank you to the fans, and of course, thank you to my family and my children..."
Hernández was interviewed. "I am very lucky to join Manchester United, one of the greatest teams on earth. I am very happy to play under Sir Ferguson, and I am also very happy to play with so many outstanding teammates.
I am really excited to win the championship. This is the result of our hard work throughout the season. Although I am not the biggest contributor, I am very honored to be able to give my all to this championship..."
Vidić was interviewed. "As the captain of Manchester United, as you know, I am not the most valuable in the team, and I am not the most popular in the team, but my teammates respect me, which makes me very happy.
It is precisely because of the unity of the team that we have continued to maintain a strong record this season. We have only lost four points this season, which is a miracle.
Therefore, I hope that the team can continue to maintain such fighting strength and unity and win the remaining championships this season. This is our 19th championship for Manchester United, and I hope there will be more in the future."
Carrick:"..."
Giggs:"..."
Pogba:"..."
Zhang Kuang had a championship medal hanging around his neck, holding champagne in his hand, and was surrounded by reporters.
Reporter: "You continued to average more than two goals per game and helped Manchester United win the 19th championship. What do you want to say?"
Zhang Kuang wiped the champagne on his face and said with a smile, "I have just started to feel it. I think I can win more championships. I can continue to win this season. Thank you to my teammates, thank you to BOSS, and thank you to the fans for their support."
Reporter: "Do you think you can win five crowns this season?
Zhang Kuang smiled, "I must, I will win five crowns."
He raised the champagne in his hand, faced the camera, and said something.
"Manchester United fans - this championship is just the beginning."
The whole audience burst into shouts of "Zhang! Zhang!" again.
After Manchester United won the championship, sports media around the world were praising it, and fans were also discussing it heatedly online.
"Daily Mail": "Zhang Kuang double-shot cannon sank Wigan, Manchester United 19 crowned Theatre of Dreams!"
"The championship competition of England Premier League in the 2011-12 season ended 6 rounds ahead of schedule. Team Manchester United won 13 championships in 20 years. Manchester United won more than 50% of the championships in these 20 years. This is an absolute monopoly..."
"The Times": "Ferguson's 4-3-3 attack formation was a great success in two seasons. The trident composed of Zhang Kuang, Rooney, and Hernández left Wigan's defense riddled with holes.
19 championships, this is another milestone for the Ferguson dynasty. And Zhang Kuang's 84 league goals will be forever engraved in the history of Premier League..."
"Sky Sports" score: Zhang Kuang 10 points.
"Two goals, one indirect assist, and a constant threat throughout the game. This is world-class."
"The Guardian": "Making history! The club, coaches, and players are all making history. The club has won 19 top league titles, coach Ferguson has won 13 championships, and Zhang Kuang has scored 84 goals in a single season... all are records!"
"Manchester Evening News" front page. "Manchester United don't want to give up the crown yet. They continue to make history and win the club's 19th crown..."
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Italy "Milan Sports Newspaper" commented from the perspective of Europe football structure. "When England was debating whether Manchester United's monopoly harmed Premier League's attractiveness, Europe's colleagues in mainland China saw another picture:
A team with Ferguson at the helm and China super shooter leading the way is conquering England with an almost brutal offensive efficiency.
Zhang Kuang's 84 league goals are more than the top three scorers of Serie A combined. If Manchester United surpasses Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals, they will be the absolute favorites in the UEFA Champions League finals."
Spain "Marca" reported with a hint of vigilance, "Manchester United's 19th championship celebration forced Spain football to face a reality: this Premier League overlord is becoming more and more powerful.
The existence of Zhang Kuang gives Manchester United a decisive weapon on the offensive end, and Ferguson's control over the team makes this Manchester United reach the peak in terms of tactical execution and psychological quality.
Real Madrid and Barcelona need to be wary - if Manchester United continues to advance at UEFA Champions League, they will be an opponent that no team wants to face."
France "L'Équipe" speaks with information, "Manchester United won the league championship, and their top scorer Zhang Kuang scored 84 goals in 32 games, averaging 2.63 goals per game. Zhang Kuang is redefining the upper limit of the 'forward' position.
What's even more shocking is that this is only his second season joining Manchester United. If Ferguson can retain Zhang Kuang, Manchester United's dominance may be much longer than people expect."
ESPN pushed a long analysis immediately after the game. "Manchester United's 19th championship is not only a victory for a club, but also the pinnacle of Premier League's global strategy.
Zhang Kuang's success as a China player in Premier League opened up the world's largest football market for Premier League. This game was played in the United Kingdom attracted more than 75,000 local viewers, and the global broadcast covered more than 200 countries and regions. The brand value of Manchester United reached a new height on this night."
"The New York Times" reported from a sports business perspective, "Manchester United's 19th championship marks that Premier League has officially entered the era of 'global champions'.
Zhang Kuang's 84 league goals have attracted unprecedented attention in the North America region. According to statistics, the North America ratings of Manchester United games this season have increased by more than 40% year-on-year, and the ratings of Zhang Kuang games have increased by as much as 60%. The China forward is becoming Premier League's biggest selling point in the Asia and North America markets."
The title of "Sports Business Daily" is more direct. "The Zhang Kuang Effect: How One China Player Changed the Premier League Global Map."
The article analyzed. "Manchester United's 19th crown celebration has attracted more than 500 million people's attention worldwide, of which the Asia market contributed more than 60% of the traffic.
The existence of Zhang Kuang allows the global brand of Manchester United to create more commercial income in Asia. Ferguson said after the game that '19 championships are just the beginning'. From a business perspective, this sentence is also true."