After Paris Saint-Germain was removed from the list, I led England to victory!

(Regarding the role of the Steel Body in the previous chapter, based on reader suggestions, I made a small change. I changed it to make the character immune to subcutaneous tissue injuries. The protagonist will still suffer external injuries, such as bruises, broken skin, and bleeding, but the subcutaneous tissue will not be injured. This way, it won't seem strange to viewers.)

(Bonus chapter)

Today's match is definitely attracting global attention: the London derby, Arsenal hosting Chelsea.

Arsenal and Chelsea fans around the world have been eagerly anticipating this match for far too long. On one side is Arsenal, who are on a winning streak, and on the other side is Chelsea, who boast a World Cup champion and key World Cup players.

Both sides wanted to see how deep the other's defenses were.

Beneath the Emirates Stadium's dome, the air seemed to be ignited.

The red and white flags surged like a boiling ocean under the autumn sun.

The deafening singing of "North London Forever" and "One-Arsène Wenger" intertwined, impacting every corner of the stands and creating a sound wave powerful enough to shake the foundations.

The giant TIFO slowly unfolded in the center of the stands.

That was the iconic moment of Arsenal legend Thierry Henry's knee slide celebration, with the words "Legends Inspire, Future Ignites!" below. It was both a tribute to the glorious past and an infinite expectation for the current youth storm.

The highly anticipated match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Arsenal's home ground has begun!

"Ladies and gentlemen! Welcome to the Emirates Stadium! The Premier League's most anticipated match is Arsenal hosting Chelsea! Can league leaders Arsenal continue their winning streak? Can Chelsea stop their arch-rivals away from home? Can Yan Yuan maintain his hot form? Let's wait and see!" The commentator's voice, filled with barely suppressed excitement, came through the loudspeaker.

Inside the players' tunnel, the atmosphere was as heavy as the calm before a storm.

Arsenal players, dressed in red and white jerseys, had sharp eyes and high fighting spirit.

Yan Yuan stood in the middle of the team, his gaze calmly sweeping over the players on the opposite side.

Hazard, Kante, Jorginho, Rüdiger, David Luiz...

These familiar names represent the Premier League's top strength and experience.

Especially Hazard, the Belgian superstar who shocked the world at the 2018 World Cup.

His eyes were calm at the moment, yet they held the energy that could erupt at any moment.

Rüdiger's gaze was fixed on Yan Yuan without any attempt to conceal it, carrying a hint of provocation and ferocity.

Yan Yuan's lips curled into a barely perceptible smile as he met that gaze without fear.

"Beep—!"

The referee's long whistle was like igniting the fuse of a powder keg!

Game start!

At the opening whistle, Chelsea took the initiative, relying on their strong midfield control.

Jorginho's orchestration, Kante's coverage, and Kovacic's forward runs quickly gave them control of the ball.

Hazard was exceptionally active on the left flank.

He frequently cut inside to try and coordinate with Giroud.

They were trying to break through Arsenal's right flank defense.

Arsenal's strategy is very clear: focus on defense, solidify their formation, and wait for an opportunity to counterattack!

Today's opponents are far superior to those of the past.

Rodri and Ramsey form a double defensive midfield barrier.

The two players had an excellent sense of positioning, acting like two moving gates, firmly blocking the key area at the edge of the penalty area.

Rhodes was in charge of sweeping and intercepting.

Ramsey, on the other hand, used his wide coverage area to limit Hazard's space to move around, preventing him from easily turning around or cutting inside.

The central defensive pairing of Pepe and Kolasinac is rock solid, with excellent control of high balls and a tough frontal defense.

On the offensive end, Arsenal's tactical intention was to feint an attack down the left flank while conserving energy on the right.

When the ball was directed to Cancelo and Lacazette on the left wing.

Cancelo pushed forward boldly, combining with Lacazette, attempting to create threats on Chelsea's right flank by utilizing Lacazette's dribbling and Cancelo's crossing ability.

This strategy effectively drew Chelsea's defensive focus.

Azpilicueta and Kante had to lean to this side, and Willian often dropped back to help defend.

Today, Yan Yuan played the role of "invisible killer" and "observer" on the right wing.

He didn't rush to make runs or frequently ask for the ball.

Instead, he maintained active movement on the right flank, sometimes dropping back to support and sometimes widening the gap.

Yan Yuan's main task was not to create immediate killing intent, but to restrain Alonso and Rüdiger or Jorginho, who might come to cover at any time.

At the same time, he used his top-notch vision to observe the weaknesses in Chelsea's defense from all angles.

In particular, the huge gap left by Alonso's attacking run and Rudiger's slightly impatient aggression in defense.

The confrontation was fraught with tension from the very beginning.

Chelsea are clearly very wary of Yan Yuan, Arsenal's attacking linchpin.

Chelsea manager Sarri had already set the core tactics for his players before the start of the match.

If Yan Yuan can be contained, Arsenal is doomed!

William kept using subtle movements to disrupt the defense as he returned to the defensive position.

Alonso showed no mercy in physical duels, while center-back Rüdiger marked him like a shadow.

As soon as Yan Yuan got the ball, he immediately attacked fiercely, using his strong body to collide and pull!

Yan Yuan received the ball with his back to goal near the sideline when Rüdiger suddenly rammed into him from the side and behind, trying to push him out of bounds!

Yan Yuan staggered, about to fall.

"Rüdiger! His movements are huge!" the commentator exclaimed.

However, Yan Yuan demonstrated his amazing core strength and sense of balance.

He braced himself on the ground with his left foot, his body as steady as a rock, while at the same time he deftly flicked the ball between Rudiger's legs with his right ankle!

He turned and swept past his opponent!

The whole process was completed in one go!

"Beautiful! Yan Yuan! He held on! What a brilliant escape! Rudiger's shot was too reckless; he must be Chelsea's most impulsive player!" the commentator exclaimed.

After breaking free, Yan Yuan did not try to score, but immediately passed the ball to Ashraf, who had made a run down the wing.

Achraf used his speed to break down the wing and cross the ball, but unfortunately Azpilicueta headed it away from the back.

In this match, Yan Yuan not only neutralized the opponent's fierce defense but also created a threatening attack, winning cheers from the stands.

Chelsea's attack continued.

In the 10th minute, Hazard played a one-two with Giroud on the left flank and then suddenly cut inside.

He shook off Ramsey's defense and curled a right-footed shot into the far corner of the goal! It was a high-quality shot!

"Hazard! Shoot!" the commentator shouted.

Goalkeeper Martin reacted with lightning speed.

He leaped and dove to the side!

He made a brilliant save, deftly tipping the ball over the crossbar with one hand!

"It's Martinez again! Arsenal's talented goalkeeper. As far as I know, Martinez is already on the radar of the Argentine national team coach, and he is very likely to join the new Argentine national team!" the commentator shouted.

The Emirates Stadium erupted in applause for Martin.

Around the 20th minute of the match, Professor Wenger astutely seized the opportunity.

He stood on the sidelines and made several clear hand gestures towards the right flank.

Arsenal's tactical focus shifted instantly!

The feint attack ended, and the general offensive on the right flank began.

Ashraf's position was even further forward, almost reaching the sideline in the opponent's half!

Ramsey's position was also moved forward appropriately.

He is no longer limited to defensive midfield, but instead forms a triangular combination with Yan Yuan and Odegaard in the right flank area, making quick passes and runs in a small area!

Rodri dropped back, becoming a solid barrier and protective umbrella in front of the defensive line.

Yan Yuan became the absolute core of this sharp blade aimed at Chelsea's heart!

He was no longer content with simply controlling and observing, but actively demanded the ball, increasing the number of times he dribbled past defenders.

Yan Yuan's target is Chelsea's weak point on the left flank.

The huge gap behind Alonso, exposed by his frequent runs into the box.

And the junction between Alonso and center-back Rüdiger!

"Yan Yuan has the ball! He's starting to increase his individual breakthroughs!" The commentator keenly noticed the change.

As soon as the ball reached Yan Yuan's feet, everyone in the stadium, including the players and fans, was drawn to it.

The conflict escalates instantly!

Rüdiger's defensive actions against Yan Yuan became increasingly aggressive, including pulling, ramming, and even stealthy ankle kicks.

William also clung to him like a leech, constantly harassing him.

But Yan Yuan demonstrated amazing physical fitness and professionalism.

Instead of backing down, he used his opponent's resistance as a fulcrum.

When Rüdiger rammed into him fiercely.

Yan Yuan tensed his core, his body springing up like a spring, and at the moment of contact, he used the force to turn around and use explosive power to accelerate away!

When William pulled from the side, he spread his arms properly to protect possession of the ball, his footwork remained steady, and a clever change of direction shook off the entanglement!

"Yan Yuan is too tough! Even the combined attack from Rüdiger and William couldn't stop him! His physical strength and balance are simply monstrous!" the commentator exclaimed repeatedly.

The gun fans in the stands were thrilled.

They cheered loudly for every powerful breakthrough Yan Yuan made.