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

The FA Cup semi-final will follow immediately after the match against Chelsea.

Arsenal vs. Swansea City.

Before the dust had even settled over the Liberty Stadium after the FA Cup quarter-finals, Arsenal secured a clean 3-0 victory over Swansea City, advancing to the FA Cup semi-finals.

Yan Yuan continued his terrifying goal-scoring efficiency, dominating the game with one goal and one assist, while Lacazette added the finishing touch in the second half.

The match proceeded smoothly, with the Gunners' strong overall strength and Yan Yuan's individual brilliance making their advancement seem like a natural progression.

The atmosphere in the locker room after the game was relaxed and cheerful, but the players knew in their hearts that after a short rest, an even greater challenge was about to begin.

The international match window has opened.

The European Championship qualifiers are about to begin.

Originally, such news wasn't particularly appealing.

However, not long ago, England fans called in the media for Yan Yuan's number to be updated.

This time, the latest England national team squad has been announced.

Like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, it instantly stirred up a huge wave in the British Isles and even the entire European football scene!

This list, officially released by the FA and personally finalized by Gareth Southgate, is not only related to the two upcoming crucial qualifying matches, but also attracts much attention due to its profound significance.

First of all.

The most eye-catching names on the list are undoubtedly the two rising stars who are making their first appearance for the senior national team!

The first one is Declan Rice, the 20-year-old defensive midfielder for West Ham United.

This season, Rice's performance for West Ham has been phenomenal. Positioned in the defensive midfield, his tackles are fierce and precise, his coverage is vast, and his passing is steady and insightful, earning him the reputation as England's new generation of "midfield shield."

His selection for the national team marks him as a strong contender for the future midfield core of the Three Lions.

Media reviews: "Rice's inclusion is a key step for Southgate in rejuvenating and toughening up the midfield! His defensive toughness is exactly what England desperately needs!"

The second is Jadon Sancho, the 18-year-old winger from Borussia Dortmund.

This talented player, who came from Manchester City's youth academy to the Bundesliga, is shining brightly at the Westfalenstadion.

His dribbling is like a butterfly flitting among flowers, his speed and rhythm changes are dazzling, and his assist ability is unparalleled in the Bundesliga.

He has already contributed an astonishing double-double this season.

His selection was no surprise, and he is seen as the answer to England's attacking play on the wings for the next decade.

German media even exclaimed: "England's winger reserves are enviable! A year ago, the Bundesliga's rising star was Yann, and this year it's Sancho."

The additions of Rice and Sancho have injected stronger vitality into Southgate's "youth storm" and also indicate that the pace of England's national team renewal is accelerating.

However, what truly ignited public debate about this list was not the inclusion of newcomers.

Rather, it is a number that symbolizes honor and responsibility.

Number 7!

The number 7 jersey for the England national team carries too many legends and expectations.

From Beckham's "banana kick" to Owen's "wind-chasing boy" and Rooney's "little tank," it represents core, creativity, and the heroic spirit of stepping up in crucial moments.

In recent years, this jersey has been worn by Jesse Lingard.

However, Lingard's performance this season has plummeted like a freefall.

At Manchester United, he lost his starting position, had very little playing time, and his performance on the field was lackluster.

His nickname changed from "Emperor Lin" to "Emperor Zero".

To make matters worse, off-field scandals continued to surface, with photos of him being late for training and partying frequently appearing in the news, casting serious doubt on his professional attitude.

The once vibrant "Linsanity" aura has long since faded, leaving only disappointment and controversy among fans.

Southgate's choice was ruthless and decisive.

Jesse Lingard's name has disappeared from this latest roster.

Instead, the name that has won over all England fans in the past few months with countless stunning goals and unstoppable performances has taken their place.

Yan Yuan.

The number behind him changed from 17 to...

It's changed to number 7!

Meanwhile, Yan Yuan's original jersey number 17.

The opportunity was given to the equally talented young winger, Jadon Sancho!

This change was like a bombshell dropped on English football!

The Sun's front-page headline: "Number 7 changes hands, Yan Yuan becomes the new master! The Lingard era ends! The Yan Yuan era officially begins! Can we cheer for the future captain?"

The accompanying picture shows Yan Yuan celebrating a goal while wearing an Arsenal jersey, with Lingard looking dejected on the bench.

Daily Mail: "Southgate's decision! Yan Yuan takes over the legendary number 7! Sancho receives the number 17!" The article provides a detailed analysis of Lingard's dismal statistics due to his declining form, as well as Yan Yuan's terrifyingly high goal-scoring efficiency this season.

The Times: "The significance of number 7: From Beckham to Yan Yuan, the passing of the torch at the heart of England's attack!"

The commentary also pointed out that...

Southgate's move is not only an absolute recognition of Yan Yuan's ability, but also a declaration to the world that this 18-year-old Arsenal superstar is a rising star.

He will be the undisputed core and leader of England's attack for the next decade!

The significance of this number is just as important as the significance of the team leader.

The Mirror: "The Yan 7 era begins! Sancho takes over Yan Yuan's number 17 jersey! The Three Lions' youth storm is sweeping across Europe!"

On social media, hashtags such as #YanYuanNo7#, #LingardNotSelected#, and #SanchoTakesOnYanYuanNo17# instantly topped the trending charts!

"Southgate did the right thing! With Lingard in this form, why should he wear number 7? Yan deserves it!"

"Yan Shen wears number 7 for Arsenal and now also wears number 7 for the national team. Could he possibly become the joint captain of both Arsenal and the Three Lions in the future?"

"This is a bit outrageous, buddy. Yan Shen's stats are indeed terrifying, but he's not even 19 years old yet. He's the captain at this age???"

"Age is nothing! Compare Yan Shen's stats to those of Beckham, Rooney, and Owen who were the same age back then. Who can compare?"

"Classical pure data theory".

"Hey upstairs, are you going to use your own mother's opinion instead of data to analyze football?"

"Yan Shen's total goals for the season have already exceeded 70. In the European Championship qualifiers in March, England's opponents are the Czech Republic and Montenegro. I bet Yan Shen will be racking up even more stats."

"You need to have the ability to swipe like that, why haven't we seen Lingard swiping like that? He's been so bad this season he didn't even make the roster."

"I bet Lingard will be heading to another league soon to retire and make some money. He's got quite a variety of things going for him, I guess he'll end up in the K League. I heard he likes K-pop."

"666, so you'll be working as a host in Seoul then, right?"

"To be honest, Rice is quite handsome. The England team's looks are really improving rapidly. With two good-looking guys like Yan and Rice as the face of the team, they've got a lot to look forward to."

"Yan Shen and Rice are the face of England, while the French team is now playing pure plantation style, and each generation is darker than the last. I saw a picture of Upamecano the other day and it scared me so much that I couldn't sleep for two nights."

……

The excitement of England fans was palpable.

Yan Yuan donning the number 7 jersey seemed to inject a powerful boost into this young team, bringing endless imagination and anticipation.

His terrifying goal-scoring ability, all-around skills, and clutch performance are exactly the core strengths that this England team, aiming to qualify for the European Championship and even the World Cup, needs most.

What's even more intriguing is that some bold media outlets have begun to look towards the more distant future.

Three Lions captain's armband.

Martin, a senior commentator for The Independent, wrote:

When Yan Yuan put on the number 7 jersey, the next question naturally arose: When will he be able to wear the captain's armband?

Although Kane is the current captain and his performance is impeccable, Yan Yuan's leadership qualities and on-field influence are growing at an astonishing rate.

Look at Yan's performance at Arsenal! He's not just a goal-scoring machine; he loudly directs his teammates' runs on the field, tirelessly tracks back on defense, and steps up to boost morale in adversity!

He's only 18! This innate leadership quality and sense of responsibility is a kind of explosive power that Kane doesn't possess.

It may be too early, but Southgate must start considering whether the future captain's armband for England should be worn by this young man destined to write a legend.

His abilities and data have silenced all the doubters.

This article has generated a huge response.

Supporters believe Yan Yuan's talent and influence are worthy of the captain's duties; opponents, on the other hand, believe that Kane is at his peak, experienced, and has a secure captain's position, while Yan Yuan still needs time to mature.

However, the mere fact that this topic has emerged is enough to prove that Yan Yuan's status and the level of expectation in English football have reached an unprecedented height.

At the eye of the storm was Yan Yuan himself.

He is currently in the lounge at the Kearney training facility.

On the phone screen, a screenshot of the list posted by the official account of the English Football Association was being widely forwarded, and his name and the eye-catching "7" stood out.

Discussions about him on social media have surged like a tsunami.

He did not respond immediately.

Instead, he quietly read through the list and the discussions about him, about number 7, and even about the captain's armband.

His face showed no elation or pride, only a calm expression imbued with a sense of responsibility.

A moment later, he opened his social media account and his fingers tapped rapidly on the screen.

Instead of posting pictures or videos, he expressed his attitude in the most concise and powerful language:

It is an immense honor and pride to wear the number 7 jersey for the England national team in the upcoming matches.

Thank you to Coach Southgate and the FA for their trust, thank you to all my teammates for their support, and thank you to every fan who supports the England team!

The number 7 jersey carries a glorious history and immense responsibility, a weight I am acutely aware of. I will give my all to repay this trust with my performance on the pitch, and fight to the very end for the Three Lions! Come on, England! #ThreeLions #ENG

This tweet quickly went viral, receiving numerous retweets, likes, and comments! Fans praised his humility and sense of responsibility.

"Yan Shen finally posted, but could you post more frequently in the future?"

"Captain Yan has already made a reservation."

"Looking forward to Yan Shen continuing his goal-scoring spree for the national team!"

Almost simultaneously, Sancho also posted a photo of his new jersey with his name and number 17 on his social media, mentioning the previous owner of the number 17 in the caption:

[Dream come true! Honored to receive the number 17 jersey! Learning from Yan's performance, fighting for the Three Lions! @YanYuan]

Yan Yuan immediately replied to Sancho's tweet.

Welcome to our family! Jaden! The number 17 is yours now. Looking forward to fighting alongside you in the national team! @Sancho

This interaction, exchanged remotely, was filled with mutual recognition and expectations for the future, once again sparking a warm response from fans.

The harmonious succession of the old and new number 7 and number 17 adds more wonderful possibilities to this youthful England team.

Yan Yuan put down his phone and walked to the window.

Outside the window, the lawn at the Kearney training ground gleamed a vibrant green in the sunlight.

For a fleeting moment.

He seemed to see the white England jersey with "Yan" and "7" printed on it that he was about to put on.

And that jersey even had a captain's armband on it.

From that number onward, Yan Yuan felt a greater responsibility on his shoulders, but he also gained more motivation.