Football: Starting from the Ronaldinho template

Chapter 281 The spinning football, the panicked goalkeeper, and Atletico Madrid's entire defense collapsing!
The league matches that concluded on September 25th have ended.

The sixth round of the Premier League has also concluded, and Qin Ming's two goals quickly made headlines.

The Guardian: Arsenal haven't lost to Chelsea since last season's Community Shield, turning their fortunes around! The £90 million man has injected the Gunners with a winning mentality!

The Sun: Lip-reading experts analyzed that several Arsenal players mocked Diego Costa, and the Spanish striker refused to shake hands after the match, resulting in a £2.5 fine from the FA!
The Mirror: When the Chinese player was interviewed by the media, he said that "sometimes karma comes very quickly." Is this an allusion to Diego Costa?
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Dongqiudi: The second round of the Champions League group stage is about to begin, and Arsenal will once again travel to Madrid to face Atletico Madrid, the team that eliminated them last season! Come to Dongqiudi to predict the winner's fate and win a signed jersey from Qin Ming!
We, Arsenal, are invincible!
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[They only lost to Atletico Madrid by one goal before. If they play another match against Atletico Madrid, I think Arsenal has a better chance of winning.]
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Atletico Madrid doesn't seem as strong this season.
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I actually think Atletico Madrid can hand Arsenal their first defeat of the season.
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Atletico Madrid's pressing tactics have been effective against Arsenal; the manager must adjust his tactics, otherwise the away game will not be easy.
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Atletico Madrid have drawn three of their first six league matches. Their attack is stronger than last season, but their defense is hard to say; I think it has weakened.
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[Speaking of Diego Costa, he's really disgusting. I heard that during training, a teammate joked that he had poor ball control, and then he tackled him.]
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Qin Ming and his team's counterattack was quite sharp, directly breaking through Diego Costa's defense.
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Before heading to Madrid, Spain, Qin Ming and Barnett met with two groups of people.

The first wave included Seth Koffman, PepsiCo's Senior Vice President of Marketing.

He was responsible for marketing the company's carbonated beverage portfolio in Europe.

His intention in approaching Qin Ming was obvious: he wanted Qin Ming to endorse his product.

These days, fast-moving consumer goods companies tend to favor professional football players, such as the two global cola giants, Pepsi and Coca-Cola.

"Let me give you both a heads-up: our current top-tier contract is 500 million euros per year, but that's on the condition of a long-term commitment."

"I'm sure you two know whose contract this is."

Seth Koffman seems very sincere.

"Yeah, I know. And then what?"

Barnett gave Qin Ming a look, signaling him to come and test the waters first.

In fact, he was well aware of Best Inc.'s recent financial statements because Best Inc. focused on the Latin American and Asian markets, while Coca-Cola mainly targeted the European and Middle Eastern markets.

Cristiano Ronaldo's Champions League and European Championship titles last season boosted the popularity of Delicious, resulting in a 2.3% increase in quarterly sales.

But only 1.7% of the population is from Baishi.

Don't underestimate this small 0.5%; it represents huge profits.

Because things like cola have a high profit margin.

Previously, when Qin Ming went to Bayer Leverkusen's away game, he was thinking about how to sell beer, which seemed to be more profitable than selling cars.

After Barnett explained it to him, he finally understood.

"According to my understanding, Coca-Cola accounted for 48.6% of the global carbonated beverage market last year, while Pepsi accounted for 22.3%."

"Coca-Cola gained 2.1 million in brand value thanks to Ronaldo, while Messi only generated 3.8 million discussions on social media."

"Qin currently has the second-highest number of followers on Twitter and Instagram among professional athletes. Why should we choose Best Express instead of Coca-Cola?"

Barnett is incredibly strong right now.

Although Best Inc. is a top global FMCG brand, Qin Ming's reputation in the endorsement industry can only be described in four words: overwhelmingly positive.

Volkswagen, Oakley, Puma, and so on—which of them hasn't seen its sales skyrocket?
Oakley, as a niche brand, created a huge wave in China thanks to Qin Ming's endorsement.

"But we are growing faster in football-related categories."

Sethkoffman wore a smile.

Best Inc.'s global market share is being steadily eroded by Coca-Cola.

He was under a lot of pressure from above.

Previously, they thought they could force a traffic war with Coca-Cola by using the concept of "Messi vs. Ronaldo," but in the end, Coca-Cola benefited more.

Do you know what young people like to watch the most?

Barnett didn't answer but asked a question instead.

Qin Ming sat quietly to the side, drinking coffee, leaving professional matters to the professionals.

He is not a person with a strong desire for control.

Oh, except on the field.

“Please speak,” Sethkoffman sighed silently.

“I saw your ad, it’s called ‘Live For Now,’ but this kind of humor isn’t very popular with young people.”

"What they like is heroism."

"The 'Taste the Feeling' ad is quite good; otherwise, it wouldn't have accumulated over 5800 million views on YouTube."

Barnett is a very professional football agent.

Now, Bell is gradually giving up his love of golf and focusing most of his energy on Qin Ming, aiming to build a business system centered around Qin Ming.

Looking at it this way, he's pretty much the same as Wenger.

I don't think I need to say who the most distinctive player in world football is, right?

Barnett chuckled and said, "This matter can't be resolved in a day or two. You can go and investigate for a while longer."

He retreated in order to advance.

After Seth Koffman left, Barnett looked at Qin Ming and said, "Recently, Cristiano has been reinforcing his image as a self-disciplined anti-carbonated drinker. Coca-Cola should be coming to us soon. We'll see who offers better terms then."

"Great!"

After watching Barnett's actions, Qin Ming thought to himself that being an agent must be quite difficult.

However, considering that he has to give a significant portion of his annual income to Barnett.

It's okay to be tired, it's something we all have to do.

"By the way, EA Sports contacted me a few days ago, wanting you to be their cover model."

Barnett glanced at the tablet.

Now, product endorsements are pouring in, including Red Bull, Panasonic, Clear shampoo, Huawei, Lucozade sports drink, and more.

His team is so busy they barely have time to breathe.

"Also, we'd like to invite you and Neymar to star in a short film for Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare."

Barnett added.

"The schedule is a bit tight in September and October. There are also national team matches in mid-October. Let's wait until November to film together."

Qin Ming really couldn't find the time.

"Okay, we'll prioritize your schedule. You can't let your football skills suffer just to shoot commercials."

Barnett is a sensible person.

Days passed by, and the Champions League matchdays arrived.

Emirates Stadium in North London.

Qin Ming leaned against the bus window, gazing at the familiar stadium.

Last season they drew with Atletico Madrid here, but were defeated in the second leg at the Calderon Stadium.

Although it hasn't been long, I'm still quite moved.

Of course, what he was thinking about more was revenge.

"Finally, let's talk about tactics. To put it bluntly, Atletico Madrid either starts pressing aggressively from the attacking third, or if that fails, the whole team quickly retreats to defend. In tight spaces, it's very difficult for us to have one-on-one opportunities."

"From the very first minute, they were fully focused and fought relentlessly, making repeated back-and-forth runs and constantly harassing their opponents. In the end, what seemed chaotic actually led to their rightful victory in this match."

"That is, to completely control the rhythm of the game through chaos."

"Remember that game last season? When Atletico Madrid retreated to their own half to defend, they didn't press aggressively with their passing and movement in midfield. But once they got into the attacking third, they went crazy."

Wenger explained patiently.

Qin Ming recalled their main offensive strategies during the tactical meeting.

Reduce lateral transmission and strengthen vertical breakthroughs to achieve overall success by focusing on key points.

My responsibilities are now very clear.

He used his individual skills to dribble forward as much as possible, like a needle piercing through Atletico Madrid's defense.

It's just easier said than done.

"It's precisely because it's difficult that it's interesting." Qin Ming's gaze towards the Calderon Stadium was intense.

Breaking through Hull City's defenses is nothing to be proud of.

Breaking through the strongest defense in the world of football would give people an unprecedented sense of accomplishment.

He looked forward to experiencing this feeling.

"If we don't make any progress in the first 15 minutes, then we need to be careful of their counterattack. We must not let them speed up and then fail to keep up."

Wenger added.

"But Atletico Madrid usually presses and dominates from the start."

Qin Ming raised his hand and spoke like a student.

"Yes, but this time we can't back down. We have to fight them with all our might."

Wenger realized he had been wrong before; if you show weakness against Atletico Madrid, then one step back leads to another.

Therefore, we will not yield an inch!
"understand!"

Qin Ming swung his fist.

"I can't wait to break down Atletico Madrid's goal!"

Morata is really into his dramatic persona.

"Kill them!"

The other team members also joined in the shouting.

The press room at the Emirates Stadium.

"Chinese player Qin Ming has been performing exceptionally well recently in the league, national team, and Champions League. Have you made any specific adjustments to his game?"

The Marca reporter knows how to stir up controversy.

"We'll be like last season. I know the fans are saying that Qin, like Ronaldo, is from outer space, but our defense is a black hole!"

Simeone remained as tough as ever.

"Arsenal's artistic football is outdated. They may win the cheers of the fans, but they will find it difficult to reach the top in a competition like the Champions League."

Simeone added.

His philosophy is completely different from Wenger's; he believes that football should be ruthless, crazy, and unscrupulous.

"Mr. Simeone, Griezmann said on social media the other day: Qin is the best striker in the world? I agree! So we must keep him from touching the ball for the entire game!"

What is your opinion on this statement?

The Sun reporter sensed a strong undercurrent of praise and mockery from Griezmann's Twitter posts.

"Like I said, our defenses are a black hole! He won't have a chance."

Simone raised an eyebrow.

He believes that Griezmann is similar to himself, both like bullfighters who first tease their opponents with a red cloth before finding an opportunity to deliver a fatal blow.

And it's good that young people are rebellious.

Another conference room.

"I haven't changed my hairstyle in 22 years, but the iPhone has already reached version 7. Classic and outdated are two different things."

Wenger smiled and said, "Sometimes an antique can beat a smartphone."

"Some people like red wine and war, I prefer champagne and art, but never forget that art can also be deadly."

"This is Arsenal's football philosophy."

Wenger's calm demeanor revealed no hint of hostility.

But Ferguson commented: "Arsena's press conference is like his team; it seems very gentle, but it's actually very scathing."

"What? They can't let Qin touch the ball? If they can do that, I'm really looking forward to it."

Wenger spread his hands.

The stadium was packed with more than 50,000 fans.

"The ArsenalCome on you Arsenalthe Arsenal!"

"We were on the march with Arsene's army!"

"."

The resounding singing echoed in everyone's ears.

Inside the broadcast room.

"We are now broadcasting live the second round of the 2016-17 UEFA Champions League group stage!"

Arsenal vs. Atletico Madrid!

"Now, let's introduce the starting lineups for both sides!"

"Arsenal chose the same lineup as against Chelsea. The balanced 4-2-3-1 formation has become Arsenal's most successful formation under Wenger!"

"Let's take a look at Atletico Madrid's starting lineup!"

Goalkeeper: Oblak!

"Defenders: Juanfran, Godin, Savic, Felipe!"

Midfielders: Carrasco, Gabi, Saul, Koke!

Forwards: Torres, Griezmann!

"Last season's Champions League semi-final saw Arsenal draw 0-0 at home against Atletico Madrid. Can they do better this time?"

"Let's wait and see!"

Seeing the familiar lineup, Zhan Jun couldn't help but feel excited.

Will Arsenal, after their reinforcements, still fall to Atletico Madrid?
Emirates Stadium.

Beep! ! !
With the whistle blown by Polish referee Marciniak.

The whole game officially begins.

Whoosh! The Atletico Madrid players, like a pack of wolves unleashed, frantically attacked the Arsenal players.

They need to establish absolute dominance in the first fifteen minutes to completely control the rhythm of the game and prevent Arsenal from launching effective attacks.

That's how they won last time.

"The same old trick again!" Qin Ming seemed quite relaxed after receiving the ball, completely unfazed by Atletico Madrid's momentum.

He took the ball and slowly moved towards the sideline.

Simeone started Carrasco today because he wanted to launch an attack immediately after winning possession on the wing.

Because Carrasco is a typical offensive player who is more defensive than offensive.

Snapped!
Niu Tail easily bypassed Carrasco, and Qin Ming saw that the latter did not continue to try to steal the ball. When he noticed Gabi rushing over quickly, he knew that Carrasco wanted to wait for his teammates to steal the ball, so he immediately moved forward to launch a quick counterattack.

So you're absolutely certain Gabby will get it?
Qin Ming had learned about Gabi, Atletico Madrid's tough captain, who averaged 4.1 tackles per game, ranking first in La Liga.

But I'm not afraid at all.

He kept flicking the ball towards the sideline, drawing Gabi's foot out.

"Gabi isn't falling for it; he's waiting for Juanfran!"

"wrong!"

"Qin Ming needs to speed things up!"

Before Zhan Jun could finish speaking...

Qin Ming's actions suddenly changed. Just as Gabi couldn't hold back and stretched out his leg, Qin Ming turned around and pulled the ball through Gabi's legs.

So easy?

Gabi felt a momentary panic, but Qin Ming's position was precarious; he should...
But when he turned around, he saw Qin Ming's movements change again.

He leaned slightly forward and delivered a diagonal pass.

When Atletico Madrid shifted their defensive focus, he paid attention to Sanchez, which is a passing and running routine that the two often practice in training.

Snapped!
The football soared into the air with a crisp sound, a De Bruyne-esque long diagonal pass finding Sanchez precisely.

Chile's big man kept his eyes glued to the ball, stopping and dribbling repeatedly.

This was an opportunity Qin Ming created for him by using himself as bait.

It's hard to come by.

Because Felipe was positioned on the inside, he had ample time to accelerate.

By the time Savic came to cover.

"Sanchez bursts into the penalty area and unleashes a powerful shot into the far corner!"

"My God! Oblak made a miraculous save, denying a sure goal!"

"Last season he kept 18 clean sheets and had a save percentage of 84%, ranking first in the top five leagues!"

"His net worth is approaching 7000 million euros!"

"Look at this incredible reaction, it's practically a wall of sighs!"

Zhan Jun punched his thigh.

On the pitch, Sanchez looked up and sighed heavily, realizing he had missed such a rare opportunity.

He's having a hard time.

"Use the second tactic for corner kicks."

After expressing his regret, Qin Ming spoke to Cazorla.

With Godinga Savic's aerial duel success rate at 78%, they have a hard time scoring directly from corner kicks.

Let's focus on getting possession of the ball first.

When Cazorla passed the ball to Monreal, the latter, seeing the dense crowd in the penalty area, still chose to pass it back to Van Dijk.

At this moment.

Van Dijk noticed that Atletico Madrid's formation was pushing outwards and decisively sent a long pass into the penalty area.

"That's impressive!"

Qin Ming followed the trajectory of the football and shouted at Morata, "Alvaro!"

"Mine!" Morata shuddered and leaped up using his reverse foot.

boom!
With the ball making intimate contact with his forehead, it once again hurtled towards Atletico Madrid's goal.

At the critical moment.

Oblak dived to his side and caught the ball in mid-air.

"What the hell is this?!"

Morata gasped after landing.

"Stop standing in the attacking third, get ready to get back on defense!"

Qin Ming interrupted everyone's shock at Oblak. Fortunately, Oblak's passing ability was average; otherwise, if he had directly found his teammates up front, Arsenal might have been in danger.

The football was thrown powerfully to Felipe's feet.

Atletico Madrid's flanks are a perfect blend of offense and defense. After Felipe plays a one-two with Koke, he makes a through pass to Griezmann on the wing.

As he gradually rose to prominence.

He has become the core of Atletico Madrid's attack, capable of both dropping back to organize play and finishing goals.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have been third in the UEFA Best Player rankings.

"Fernando!"

Griezmann was furious at the thought of that ranking.

Where am I inferior to Qin Ming?

After getting past Bellerin in one go, he didn't waste any more time trying to get past him.

why?
His football philosophy differs from Qin Ming's.

He needs to set up an offensive team in the shortest possible time and then get himself into an open position.

The once-unstoppable Torres has lost his explosive power.

But even in his twilight years, a hero remains a hero.

His stats, such as 1.2 key passes per game and 1.4km track back per game, make him a good fit for Atletico Madrid.

Snapped!
Torres' plan was to wait for Griezmann to make a forward run, draw the attention of some players, and then pass the ball to him.

But suddenly his vision was filled with a hard-boiled egg.

There was a snap.

Kante, with his short legs and high speed, poked the ball from Torres' feet to Mertesacker behind him.

"Wow! Kante's defensive coverage was crucial. Last season, Arsenal lost to Atletico Madrid because of their defensive midfield!"

"And don't let Kant's short stature fool you, he's quite capable in close combat!"

"The area covered has even become a meme among fans: 70% of the Earth is covered by water, and the remaining 30% is covered by Kanté!"

"His arrival has solved most of Arsenal's defensive problems!"

"Van Dijk's consistent performance in defense has been a great asset to Arsenal!"

Atletico Madrid quickly reduced the intensity of their high-pressing; Simeone, after so many years at Atletico, has done a better job than Klopp.

Especially in the pace of pressing.

The screens above the stadium displayed the possession percentages of the two teams.

Arsenal 67%, Atletico Madrid 33%!

As Atletico Madrid's formation gradually compressed, Qin Ming felt that it was completely sealed off, with almost no room to break through.

This is the function of the system.

To break this whole system by one person would probably require someone who is not human.

Qin Ming glanced back at Kant, then at Morata, and knew what he had to do.

Let individuals and teams multiply.

"I want to move towards the middle!"

Qin Ming gave Cazorla a hand gesture.

The latter immediately understood and began to move towards the side lane.

This is a tactic devised by the professor. In terms of on-field adjustments, Mourinho is stronger and ranks among the top five in history.

The professor is stronger in formulating plans.

The ball was passed across, but Atletico Madrid didn't follow through.

A through ball, Atletico Madrid speeds up.

The vertical and horizontal lines directly affect the rhythm of the game. Qin Ming, as the leader in the midfield, creates the conditions for variations.

"Arsenal's progress may be slow, but they are still moving forward!"

"But it's basically impossible for him to take long-range shots from outside the box and threaten Oblak!"

"Atletico Madrid will probably drag the game into their own rhythm again!"

Zhan Jun analyzed with a frown.

On the sidelines, Simeone stroked his stubble and glanced disdainfully at the Arsenal players.

Art?

There's no art in football!
Destruction and victory are his true goals, and he will stop at nothing to achieve them.

I remember those media outlets saying they were ruining football and were anti-football.

Simone wanted to laugh.

"In the face of war, neither champagne nor art matters."

Simone scoffed inwardly.

the other side.

"Arsena, we've been circling around the perimeter. If Qin loses possession..."

Pat Rice's words were full of worry.

Maintaining possession high up the pitch is inherently risky, especially when facing Atlético Madrid, a team that embodies counter-attacking tactics.

It would be better to send it back and reorganize it.

"Can't retreat."

Wenger stared intently at the green field with a serious expression.

How the situation will change depends on how things develop in the next few minutes.

The heart of Atlético Madrid's territory.

Qin Ming was still passing and controlling the ball with his teammates when Saul gestured, "Steal!"

The first half has reached the 30th minute, and it's time for them to show their fangs for the second time!

Give an order.

Saul, Koke, and the Atletico Madrid defense all started working in sync.

It's like a sophisticated meat grinder.

"coming!"

Qin Ming's throat bobbed several times; he knew his opportunity had arrived!

Change will inevitably reveal flaws.

At that moment, Saul pounced, his movements both steady and swift.

If Makelele is a box-to-box midfielder, then he is an sink-to-sink midfielder.

side to side!

More comprehensive.

Seeing Saul closing in quickly, Qin Ming passed the ball to Sanchez on the right.

"Atletico Madrid's pressing tactics are all interconnected!"

"Everyone is moving, and their pressing and tackling are extremely efficient!"

Sanchez passes to Qin Ming again!

"Gabbie is waiting there!"

Like many Arsenal fans, Zhan Jun was on tenterhooks.

Despite Gabi being right in front of him, Qin Ming remained calm, only quickening his pace even further.

Snapped!
A crisp sound rang out quietly.

He skillfully flicked the ball up, sending it past Gabi's sliding tackle.

"Bring it over here!"

As the stern shout rang out, he quickened his pace.

Cazorla was caught off guard; the moment he touched the ball, he knew he had more power.

The football was bounced high into the air.

Simone chuckled inwardly at the sight.

Can you really head the ball into the goal from the edge of the penalty area?

Even Cristiano Ronaldo couldn't do that.

The next moment, his eyes were filled with countless astonishments, and he peeked out incredulously.

What do you mean by turning to the side?
Just came to my senses.

Arsenal's number 10 figure pushed off the ground with his right foot, kicking up turf and bits of black soil!
Knees bent, waist and abdomen twisted, the whole body is suspended in the air to the side!
The hem of the jersey flips up like wings.

His gaze traveled upwards through the sphere, and Qin Ming's pupils reflected: the spinning football, the panicked goalkeeper, and Atletico Madrid's entire collapsing defense.

Amid gasps of surprise erupted at the Emirates Stadium.

boom!
A powerful shot, delivered with full force, sent the ball flying like a cannonball past Oblak's fingertips.

1-0! ! !

The red and white waves in the stands seemed to overwhelm the gunman's reason.

"Arsenal's passing and movement were a bit forced!"

"Qin passes to Santi, and Santi then passes it over!"

"It's a bit big—"

"Wait, what is Qin planning to do?!"

"Aerial Side Hook!"

"Oh, Qin, Qin! Look at the Arsenal players around me who have gone crazy! The Emirates Stadium is reaching an extraordinary climax!"

Paul Dutton exclaimed in disbelief.

He thought the ball was lost, but Qin Ming surprised everyone by choosing a volley side hook.

What kind of on-the-spot judgment ability is this?
Moreover, that figure, stretched out to its fullest extent in the air, seemed to touch the depths of his soul.

This is a goal that will leave you speechless!
On the sidelines, Wenger, unlike his usual self, stood with his hands raised high on the coaching bench.

Isn't this ball beautiful?

no doubt.

Then his tactics were correct.

A beautiful tactical concept combined with beautiful players can create such a scene.

Moreover, this goal proves that Arsenal's overall strength is no less than Atletico Madrid's, and that they can score even when opponents are defending with all their might.

the other side.

Startled, Simone took a large step, and suddenly his crotch made a "rip" sound.

"Rubbish!"

"Enraged, Simone cursed."

This goal also held different meanings for him.

Are champagne and art equally deadly?
Our defenses are a black hole! He won't have a chance!

These words were like a slap in the face to him.

"Don't let him get the ball into the offensive third!"

Simeone roared at the Atletico Madrid players.

"King!!!"

The entire Emirates Stadium, filled with tens of thousands of Arsenal fans, seemed to be offering a gift to the King.

Amidst cheers, Qin Ming ran towards the corner flag area, roaring and clenching his fist.

He didn't want to do any other celebratory actions at that moment. He didn't want to dance, slide on his knees, or do somersaults. He just wanted to vent his emotions by throwing a punch.

God knows how upset he was about losing to Atletico Madrid last season.

Although we always say that we should do our best and leave no regrets, how can we not have regrets?
Losing to Atletico Madrid is a regret he can never make up for in his lifetime.

Looking at the passion on the faces of the fans in the stands, Qin Ming recalled the frustration and disappointment that Arsenal fans showed at the Calderon Stadium.

"Clap-Clap-Clap-Clap-Clap!"

Qin Ming clapped his hands vigorously.

The fans in the north stand instantly understood and began to roar in rhythm.

Until the last beat.

"Come on, Gunners!"

Everyone roared at the top of their lungs, like a bugle call before a charge!
"Come on, Gunners!"

Qin Ming also raised his fist and shouted angrily.

Go forth, gunmen!
Losing to Atletico Madrid is a regret for them, but it will never happen again.

They would use cannons to blast away any obstacles in their path.

"Is this the Qin Dynasty?"

Cazorla and his teammates ran over; one of the members of the migrant worker group had been completely won over.

He missed that shot.

But Qin Ming was able to immediately find the most suitable method based on the situation.

What if I cushioned the ball to your knee height?

Cazorla couldn't help but ask.

“Then I would stop the ball with my thigh forward, their center-back is pressing forward, I should be able to get past him, and then shoot.”

Qin Ming smiled broadly.

Cazorla felt that the smile was a little dazzling, as if it contained a dazzling confidence.

"Wow, Qin is amazing!"

Morata put his arm around Qin Ming's shoulder and jumped around.

"Not bad, not bad!" Qin Ming recalled for a moment, then his smile widened.

How could it possibly be okay?

Of course he looks incredibly cool!

His smile was captured by the camera and projected onto the screen at the top of the stadium.

The Atlético Madrid players looked at that face that was about to lose its youthful innocence.

He's only 20 years old.

Oblak rubbed his wrist, muttering to himself.

He was incredibly frustrated to concede such a goal.

Because he was going to be a background figure, although Qin Ming had many background figures, he felt that he should be able to rank among the top.

Who can blame them for making this game so exciting?
"It's okay to concede a goal, we'll come back!"

Gabi rubbed his thigh. "It was my fault just now. I shouldn't have let go of the shovel so easily. I should have just blocked the position first."

Unlike Chelsea now, Atletico Madrid is truly tough and relentless.

One goal could not affect their will.

Aside from Griezmann, he was filled with jealousy, his teeth grinding together.

“Don’t put too much pressure on yourself.”

Torres also started out as a young and impetuous man.

However, at that time, he was the goal that others looked up to, while Griezmann was the one who looked up to others.

"I'm no weaker than him!"

Griezmann said seriously.

"You are different types of players, so there's no need to strive for the same performance. Just play to your strengths."

Torres smiled and nodded.

His role at Atlético Madrid was not only that of an experienced fulcrum, but also that of a spiritual mentor to his teammates.

"Don't be intimidated by Arsenal, stick to the pre-match plan."

Torres gripped the captain's armband tightly.

The game restarted, and Atletico Madrid tried to attack after gaining possession of the ball.

Arsenal, however, changed their strategy.

With Kante and Coquelin covering the area, they constantly swept across the midfield.

"Less than 5 minutes left in the first half!"

"Arsenal should focus on defense and carry the advantage to halftime!"

"Let me share some data with you. In the match between the two teams last season, Atletico Madrid regained the average height of possession, which is the distance from the point where they received possession from the opponent to their own goal line."

"39 meters!"

"Today, Atletico Madrid's average height for regaining possession was only 34.6 meters!"

"This means Atletico Madrid's defense will drop deeper, allowing Arsenal to push further!"

"It may take unimaginable effort to achieve those short 4.4 meters!"

Atletico Madrid's attack has never been particularly sharp, otherwise they wouldn't have ended so many matches 1-0.

Felipe crossed the ball from the byline.

Van Dijk outjumped Torres and headed the ball away from the penalty area.

Kante then launched a long ball attack.

Beep!
The first half of the game ended here.

(End of this chapter)