Champions League: MU vs Sevilla, "The Devils" affirm their class!

The victory over rivals Liverpool in the Premier League helped MU maintain second place and have a perfect start to welcome Sevilla tonight. But the 0-0 draw in the first leg has put Mourinho's army in a difficult position. If they lose, or even draw again, the door to the Champions League quarterfinals will officially close for them. At that time, Mourinho can be considered a sinner and everything he has done for the Old Trafford team will be "forgotten" as he shared.

However, the draw in the first leg can also be considered an advantage for Man Utd. Statistics show that the "Red Devils" have done the same thing 15 times in the European Cup and have won 11 times overall. The record of winning all home matches in the last 5 matches in all competitions will also help coach Mourinho and his team be more confident to repeat that.

Man Utd were held to a draw by Sevilla in the first leg and this rematch will not have the service of "conductor" Pogba. Photo: Internet

Meanwhile, Sevilla have been quite unlucky in the Champions League round of 16. The proof is that they stopped at this round in all 3 times they participated (2007-2008, 2009-2010 and 2016-2017). Notably, the representative of La Liga has traveled to England 6 times but has never won a single match (3 draws, 3 losses).

However, all of the above statistics are for reference only, to encourage the “Special One” and his students. 90 minutes of luck at Old Trafford is like a double-edged sword. That will make Mourinho more worried, especially when he does not have the strongest squad, due to long-term injuries to Phil Jones, Marcos Rojo and Daley Blind, Ander Herrera and especially “conductor” Pogba.

Not to mention, in a must-win situation, Mourinho may have to change his team's playing style from defensive - counter-attack to offensive. They are forced to enter the game quickly, impose their playing style from the start and attack to find goals. The defense, including goalkeeper De Gea, in addition to being highly alert, playing tightly, the midfield must be mobile, gaining the upper hand in ball control... and must also quickly launch attacks, stuffing the ball up and inside for Lukaku and other "killers" like Marcus Rashford.

However, attacking has never been Mourinho's forte. However, when MU falls into a difficult situation, people still believe in the brilliance of Lukaku and young star Rashford, like the victory over Liverpool last weekend.

To win a ticket to the quarter-finals, the "Red Devils" must show the courage and class of a superior. Photo: Internet

On the other hand, Sevilla are in a state of instability before their trip to Old Trafford. They were heavily injured by Atletico Madrid with a score of 5-2 and were defeated 2-0 by Valencia right at home. In terms of force, the representative of the land of the Bulls also has some problems when they do not have the services of defender Sebastien Corchia and former winger Jesus Navas.

However, Sevilla is not an easy opponent to defeat. Their pressing and energetic style of play may once again make it difficult for MU to find a way into the goal. However, the Champions League is always a place that requires strictness, in addition to the desire to win, it is also necessary to demonstrate the bravery, experience in battle, and class of the "monster". The "devils" of the "Special One" have that in abundance!