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

The halftime whistle at Anfield still seems to echo in my ears.

In the Arsenal dressing room

Kolasinac sat in the corner, his face somber, his hands clenched tightly.

Pepe and Ramsey comforted him in whispers, but his guilt remained.

Professor Wenger stood in front of the tactics board, his brows furrowed beneath his silver hair, his sharp gaze sweeping over each of his disciples behind his glasses.

The professor was not targeting Kolasinac.

"We made mistakes in the first half," Wenger's voice wasn't loud, but it carried undeniable weight. "But there are still forty-five minutes left! Liverpool will continue their relentless attack; they'll be like wounded lions! We need to change our tactics!"

He picked up a marker and quickly sketched on the tactics board.

"In the second half, we can't just defend blindly. Push the entire defense forward ten meters. Midfielders Rodri and Ramsey, increase the physicality and use your bodies and willpower to disrupt their rhythm! Yan!" He looked at Yan Yuan.

"Move forward, closer to Aubameyang! Be ready to support the counter-attack, Saka, Lacazette! Your job isn't just defense; on the counter-attack, I want to see you shoot out like arrows!"

"Remember this!" Wenger slammed his hand on the tactics board. "Anfield is not an insurmountable fortress. We breached it once in the first half, and we'll do it again in the second half!"

The players' fighting spirit was rekindled.

Yan Yuan took a deep breath, his eyes resolute.

The second half will be the ultimate test of willpower and speed.

……

"Beep—!"

The whistle blows for the second half.

Anfield erupted in deafening cheers once again.

Liverpool players launched a high press like tigers descending a mountain.

Firmino, Salah, and Mane launched a three-pronged attack, while Fabinho, Wijnaldum, and Henderson in midfield resembled three meat grinders, relentlessly attacking Arsenal's ball carrier.

However, Arsenal's formation, as Wenger had deployed, was pushed forward by ten meters.

Instead of retreating into their defensive positions, they are now actively engaging the enemy!

Rodri and Ramsey formed the first line of defense near the midfield line, using their strong physicality and precise positioning to stubbornly withstand Liverpool's first wave of attacks.

Yan Yuan's position is a prerequisite.

He roamed behind Aubameyang, scanning every gap in Liverpool's defense.

Liverpool patiently passed the ball around in Arsenal's half, trying to break through their defense.

In the 48th minute, Wijnaldum received the ball in the middle and observed Mane making a run down the left flank, preparing to send a through ball.

Moroccan winger Achraf Hakimi displayed top-notch anticipation and defensive awareness.

Just as Wijnaldum's pass was about to touch the ball, Achraf, like an arrow released from a bow, made a precise and swift sliding tackle.

His toes barely grazed the ball.

He intercepted the ball cleanly and decisively.

"Ashraf! Beautiful tackle! Counter-attack opportunity!" the commentator shouted.

Ashraf got up quickly without the slightest hesitation.

He looked up and saw that Liverpool's right flank had been wide open because of Arnold's forward run.

Instead of dribbling forward himself, he immediately passed the ball back to Rodri, who was in a better position and had a wider field of vision.

Rhodes demonstrated his world-class strategic vision at this moment.

Instead of opting for a safe pass back or sideways, he looked up and observed, seizing a fleeting opportunity.

After Liverpool pushed forward, a wide-open space was left on the left flank!

Without the slightest hesitation, Rodri adjusted his position and flicked a powerful and perfectly curved long pass over the top with the outside of his right foot.

The ball soared through the Anfield night sky, past Liverpool's entire defense, and precisely found Lacazette, who was making a high-speed run into the open space on the left flank like an arrow.

Lacazette chested the ball down securely and then surged forward down the left flank.

His start drew the attention of Arnold and Henderson, who was desperately trying to catch up.

At this moment, danger lurks everywhere in the middle lane!

Yan Yuan and Aubameyang, like two bolts of lightning, advanced side by side, piercing straight into the heart of Liverpool's defense, instantly creating the classic "double-pronged attack"!

Lacazette understood immediately.

After drawing enough defensive attention, wait for the right opportunity.

He passed the ball horizontally to Yan Yuan, who was positioned slightly further forward and had already sprinted to the right side of the penalty area arc.

A historic moment has arrived!

Yan Yuan received the ball on the right side of the penalty arc.

Before him stood the world's best center-back, Virgil van Dijk, who stood like an iron tower.

The tall Dutchman had a cold gaze and a slightly slender body, making him an insurmountable wall of sighs.

The entire audience held their breath.

A huge chorus of boos and shouts erupted from the Kop stand as Liverpool fans attempted to distract Yan Yuan.

Yan Yuan supported himself with his left foot, his body weight shifted slightly to the left and forward, and his shoulder swayed accordingly, making an extremely realistic feint to break through to the left with a lowered shoulder.

Van Dijk was experienced, but Yan Yuan's feints were too quick and realistic.

His center of gravity subconsciously shifted half a step to the left.

Life and death hang in the balance in that instant.

Yan Yuan's right outside foot flicked the ball forward and to the right with a swift and deceptive motion, like a venomous snake striking.

The movements are not large, but they are incredibly powerful!

Phoenix Tail Spin!

The ball obediently rolled past the outside of Van Dijk's outstretched left foot.

Van Dijk didn't even have time to be surprised.

He tried to forcefully shift his center of gravity to catch up, but his body lost its balance in the high-speed confrontation.

My foot suddenly slipped!

This is a top-class center-back known for his solid defense.

He fell heavily onto the grass in an extremely awkward "splits" position.

"My God! Yan Yuan!!! He beat Van Dijk!!! Van Dijk was faked out and fell to the ground in a split!" The commentator's voice instantly rose to a shaky pitch, filled with disbelief and horror.

"Van Dijk has never looked so pathetic this season. What did Yan Yuan do?! A feint! A swift outside-of-the-foot flick! A world-class center-back collapsed before him! A legendary moment! An absolute Premier League highlight!!!"

Anfield fell into a deathly silence.

The shouts from the KOP stands abruptly ceased.

Instead, there were gasps of astonishment and sporadic exclamations; everyone was stunned by this incredible scene.

Yan Yuan ignored Van Dijk, who had fallen to the ground.

He dribbled the ball into the right side of the penalty area.

At this moment, Aubameyang had already made a timely run to the edge of the six-yard box.

Matip was frantically covering the defense, and Alisson also rushed out of his goal.

Facing a double block and the goalkeeper's rush out, Yan Yuan demonstrated top-notch football intelligence and selflessness.

Instead of forcing a shot, he calmly delivered a triangular back pass with the instep of his foot! The ball rolled quickly along the grass towards the open space near the penalty spot.

Aubameyang arrived in a hurry.

With no one marking him, he met the ball with a gentle push from the instep of his left foot.

The ball went into the net with a thud!

"GOOOOOOOOALLLLLL!!!" The commentator went completely crazy.

"Aubameyang taps into an empty net! Arsenal 2-1 Liverpool! Yan Yuan! A divine dribble, a calm assist! Aubameyang's decisive strike! Hakimi's interception! Rodri's long pass! A perfect team counter-attack! A performance that will go down in history!"

Arsenal's away supporters have gone completely crazy.

The red and white scarf resembled a burning flame.

Yan Yuan rushed to the corner flag area and hugged and celebrated with Aubameyang, Lacazette, and Ashraf.

This goal was a perfect combination of teamwork and his individual ability.

Meanwhile, the image of Van Dijk collapsing to the ground was broadcast around the world, becoming the most shocking moment of the night.

Just minutes later, Arsenal came back stronger.

Yan Yuan received the ball in the heart of midfield. Facing Fabinho's close marking, he skillfully pulled the ball back and turned, instantly shaking him off.

He then looked up and noticed a brief opening on Liverpool's left flank as Matip covered the right.

He delivered a powerful and perfectly executed through ball with the instep of his right foot, successfully breaking through the defense.

Lacazette high-speed angled insertion.

The offside trap was successfully broken, creating a one-on-one opportunity.

He dribbled into the left side of the penalty area, facing Alisson who came out to challenge him!

"Lacazette! He's in a one-on-one situation!" the commentator shouted.

Lacazette adjusted his footing and unleashed a powerful shot into the near corner.

Unfortunately, perhaps due to an attempt to find the perfect angle, the ball grazed the outside of the near post and struck the side netting hard.

"Oh no! Just a hair's breadth away! Lacazette missed a golden opportunity! Arsenal could have sealed the victory!" the commentator lamented.

Lacazette clutched her head in frustration, while Yan Yuan shrugged helplessly.

Missing the chance to extend their lead was like a shot in the arm for Liverpool.

Klopp roared from the sidelines, waving his hand.

He replaced the fatigued Wijnaldum with the offensive powerhouse Shaqiri.

Liverpool's attacking waves became even more intense.

Arnold and Robertson's crosses rained down on the Arsenal penalty area like a storm.

Salah and Mane frequently switched positions, cutting inside to shoot and crossing from the byline, using every possible method.

Shaqiri's long-range shots from the edge of the penalty area were also quite threatening.

Liverpool's possession once soared to over 70%!

Meanwhile, Arsenal retreated entirely, their formation compressed to an extremely flat position.

Pepe and Kolasinac became aerial fortresses, repeatedly heading the crosses out of danger.

Rodri and Ramsey were like two tireless gates, blocking shots with their bodies and cutting off passing lanes with precise interceptions.

Ramsey even once bravely threw himself into the gun's path, using his back to block Shaqiri's powerful shot.

Saka and Lacazette tracked back to the edge of the penalty area to assist the full-backs in defense.

Martin has once again become Arsenal's guardian angel.

He parried the attacks with lightning speed.

With a diving save, he palmed Firmino's close-range header off the crossbar.

On another occasion, he quickly landed and split his leg to block Firmino's close-range shot.

Every save he made drew wild cheers from the visiting Arsenal fans and heartbroken sighs from Liverpool supporters.

Yan Yuan also dropped deep into the defense, actively participating in the defense and appearing in key positions multiple times to intercept and assist in the defense.

Sweat soaked through his jersey, but the focus and fighting spirit in his eyes remained undiminished.

Time ticked by, and Liverpool's attacks came like a tidal wave, one after another.

The players were nearing their physical limits, but the fighting spirit burning in the eyes of the Red Army soldiers remained undiminished.

The cheers at Anfield grew louder and louder, with the Kop standings using their last bit of energy to shout encouragement for the team.

Set pieces became their last hope.

In the 83st minute, Liverpool won a corner kick on the right.

Arnold stood in the corner flag area, took a deep breath, and his eyes were piercing.

"Corner kick! Liverpool's chance!" the commentator exclaimed.

Arnold took a running start, his right foot tracing an arc.

The ball, spinning sharply, flew towards the near post of the Arsenal penalty area.

Portuguese center-back Pepe demonstrated his strong aerial ability.

He outjumped Matip and bravely headed the ball out of the penalty area!

However, the crisis is not completely over.

The ball fell towards the right side of the penalty area arc.

Fabinho, like a lurking hunter, preemptively positioned himself and took control of the ball.

Instead of stopping the ball to adjust, he seized the opportunity and gently passed it to Arnold, who was making a high-speed run down the right flank, with the outside of his right foot.

With little time left, Arnold made no adjustments.

He met the rolling ball head-on, firmly planted his supporting foot, flexed the arch of his right foot, and swung his leg.

A signature cross, with a strong outward spin, traced a deadly arc.

It skillfully bypassed the dense defensive crowd at the near post, spinning sharply as it plummeted towards the corner of the six-yard box at the far post.

Van Dijk appeared at the back post in an almost unbelievable way.

He wanted to clear his name for the pathetic state he had just been in after being outmaneuvered by Yan Yuan!

Van Dijk astutely caught Cancelo's momentary loss of position.

He used his powerful core strength and jumping ability to leap high into the air!

He pressured Ramsey, who had returned to his defensive position.

Ramsey jumped to contest the shot, but Van Dijk gained a better position in the air.

A header!

Van Dijk's body was about to fly through the air when his forehead slammed into the falling ball.

The ball flew like a cannonball, whistling through the air, straight into the top left corner of the goal.

The angle is extremely tricky!

Big Martin leaped and dove to the side with all his might.

His fingertips almost touched the ball.

But Van Dijk's header was too powerful and the angle too tricky.

The ball grazed his fingertips and slammed into the net!

"GOOOOOOOALLLLL!!" Anfield went into a frenzy instantly.

"Van Dijk scores with a header! Liverpool equalize! 2-2! Arnold! A precise cross! Van Dijk's equalizer against Arsenal, the Reds are never alone!"

Van Dijk excitedly rushed to the corner flag area and slid on his knees in celebration.

A deafening roar erupted from the KOP stands.

The red tide surged and rolled.

Arnold ran over and hugged his teammates.

Klopp was on the sidelines, pumping his fist and roaring with excitement, almost rushing onto the pitch.

Arsenal players' faces were filled with frustration and exhaustion.

Big Martin got up from the ground and shook his head helplessly.

Pepe and Kolasinac slapped the grass in frustration.

Yan Yuan stood with his hands on his hips, panting heavily, sweat streaming down his face.

Liverpool's morale reached its peak after their second equalizer.

Playing on home soil, they launched a final, desperate attack!

Arnold and Robertson's crosses were even more insane.

Salah, Mane, and Firmino took turns attacking inside the penalty area!

Arsenal's defense was crumbling, but their will was as strong as steel.

Everyone retreated to the restricted area.

Pepe and Kolasinac formed the last barrier with their bodies!

During a corner kick defense, Yan Yuan bravely blocked Van Dijk's powerful shot from close range with his body!

The ball slammed into his chest, he groaned and staggered, but quickly gritted his teeth and straightened up.

Ramsey, Saka, and even striker Aubameyang all dropped back into the penalty area to participate in the defense.

They used their bodies and their will to repeatedly thwart Liverpool's shots.

Big Martin became the last guardian.

He leaped high and caught Robertson's extremely dangerous cross with ease.

He then quickly got off the ground and caught Shaqiri's low long-range shot firmly in his arms.

In the final minute of stoppage time, Liverpool's last attack was cleared out of bounds by Cancelo's long kick.

"Beep—! Beep—! Beep—!"

Three long whistles finally sounded! The game was over!

Arsenal 2 - 2 Liverpool!

Anfield erupted in a complex cacophony, with cheers celebrating the equalizer and the disappointment of failing to secure a last-minute victory.

Arsenal players breathed a sigh of relief, supporting each other. Sweat soaked their jerseys, mud covered their socks, and their faces were etched with exhaustion, but their eyes shone with the relief of surviving a disaster and an indomitable fighting spirit.

They withstood Anfield's relentless bombardment in the final moments and held onto a precious point.

Yan Yuan walked to the sidelines and shook hands with Salah, Van Dijk, and others who were equally exhausted, patting each other on the back.

"A beautiful dribble, Yan," Van Dijk said. Although Van Dijk had been somewhat embarrassed by the dribble, his dribble was undeniably impressive.

"Your header was beautiful too, Virgil. It's very stressful playing against you." Yan Yuan also expressed his respect for Van Dijk.

These top players dominated part of the game in their own ways, but ultimately could only shake hands and draw.

Professor Wenger and Klopp shook hands on the sidelines.

Both renowned coaches wore complex emotions on their faces.

Klopp was pleased with the team's never-give-up spirit and their last-minute equalizer, but also disappointed that they failed to secure all three points.

Wenger was satisfied with the team's resilience in adversity and Yan Yuan's amazing performance, but also regretted missing opportunities to extend the lead and being passive in the final moments.

This Premier League showdown had no winners or losers, only two great teams.