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

Following the European Championship qualifiers, Yan Yuan, the MVP of both matches, gave an exclusive interview in the mixed zone.

The MVP medal around his neck gleamed under the lights, but his eyes shone brightly like stars. His teammates at the door were still greeting Yan Yuan.

English journalists, as well as journalists from other European countries, had already thronged the area.

Long lenses and short lenses were aimed at this new number 7 who had scored 6 goals and provided 2 assists in two games, completely igniting the Three Lions.

BBC senior reporter David was the first to ask a question, his tone direct.

[Yan, this is David. First of all, congratulations! Two games, six goals, two assists—these stats are like playing a video game! Some people say you're 'padding your stats,' or even 'bullying' weaker opponents. How do you respond to this?]

Upon hearing this, Yan Yuan's lips curled into a relaxed smile.

"Thank you, David! First of all, statistics have never been my goal; winning and helping the team are. As for the opponent's strength..." He paused briefly, his tone sincere.

"Both Montenegro and the Czech Republic are respectable teams; they have their own unique characteristics and fighting spirit."

"We just played our own football today and seized our opportunities. And," he suddenly winked playfully, eliciting chuckles from the surrounding reporters.

"If scoring a goal counts as 'bullying,' then I hope next time I can 'bully' a stronger opponent, like France or Spain? Just kidding, we give our all in every game."

Sky Sports' young reporter Sarah then posed an even more challenging question.

[Yan, you scored 4 goals in today's match, but Harry Kane, as captain and the core of the attack, seems to have a smaller goal tally than you. Do you feel that on the pitch, you are the true 'number one choice' in England's attack? Will this affect the team atmosphere?]

As soon as the question was asked, Yan Yuan knew that the reporter was going to "stir things up" again; the trap in the question was too obvious.

"Harry is our captain, the leader of the team, and a world-class striker."

His role extends far beyond scoring goals; his pivot, playmaking, and movement created enormous space for me and my teammates.

As for the "top choice," in the England team, we are all important pieces on Coach Southgate's tactical board.

The important thing is how we work together to create opportunities for the team and win.

And what about team atmosphere? Just look at our post-match celebration videos in the dressing room; the England team is a united family.

These words were perfectly worded, upholding the captain's authority while emphasizing team spirit, earning many approving glances.

Daily Mail reporter Mark clearly doesn't want to miss any hot topics.

[Yan, you wore the legendary number 7 jersey, and your performance lived up to it. But Jesse Lingard was left out; he used to wear number 7. Do you think your success hastened his fall from grace? What would you say to him?]

This question became even more pointed, and the atmosphere instantly fell silent.

Yan Yuan's expression became more serious, but his eyes remained clear and full of respect.

"Jesse is a very good player and a friend of mine. He has made a huge contribution to the England team in the past. It's normal for players to have ups and downs in form, and I believe he will soon find his best form again."

Regarding the number 7 jersey, this was a decision made by the coaching staff, representing both a great honor and a responsibility.

I respect Jesse, and I respect the history of this jersey.

I will focus on being the best version of myself and striving to be worthy of it, rather than comparing myself to anyone else.

He changed to a more appropriate tone and said...

As for what to say to Jesse? "Brother, stay focused, and I look forward to playing alongside you on the court again!"

This response not only expressed respect and best wishes for Lingard, but also cleverly avoided the sensitive point of "accelerating his fall from favor." Yan Yuan is becoming increasingly adept at dealing with the media.

Pierre, a French journalist for Eurosport, is looking to the future.

[Yan, your performance has been incredible! At only 18! England fans are already discussing whether you should be the future captain. After Kane, do you think you're ready to take the captain's armband? Do you crave it?]

Upon hearing this, Yan Yuan first burst into hearty laughter, then scratched the back of his head: "Captain's armband?? Please, I'm only 18 years old, this topic is a bit too 'fast' for me!"

His humor drew laughter from the reporters.

Immediately, Yan Yuan's smile faded, and his eyes became serious and humble.

"Harry is a great captain, he's doing a fantastic job. I've only just started wearing the number 7 jersey, and I'm still learning and getting used to it."

A captain needs more than just on-court performance; he also needs leadership, communication skills, and prestige in the locker room—all of which I need to continuously learn and develop.

Of course, playing for the national team is a great honor in itself, and it would be an even greater honor to take on more responsibility.

But right now, I just want to focus on the next game, help the team win, and enjoy playing with these amazing teammates.

Yan Yuan expressed his aspirations for the future while maintaining humility and pragmatism, demonstrating excellent tact.

Finally, a reporter from a local tabloid tried to ease the tension by digging into some lighthearted topics.

[Yan, we noticed you get along really well with Rice and Sancho, and you seem to be very close during training. Can you share some fun interactions you have off-stage? Like, who sings the worst?]

Yan Yuan immediately seized on this lighthearted topic, a bright smile spreading across his face.

"Haha! Declan and Jaden? They're both great teammates! The training atmosphere is really good. As for singing? Hmm..."

Yan Yuan pretended to think for a moment, then smiled slyly.

"All I can say is that everyone was very confident when we played music in the locker room! As for who played the worst? I have to keep that a secret for my brothers!"

"Hahahahahaha..." The reporters were amused by Yan Yuan's answer.

He cleverly protected his teammate's "privacy," then added with a smile.

"But I can tell you, when it comes to dancing, I might have a slight edge?"

This once again sparked laughter and good-natured teasing.

"Alright, thank you everyone for your questions! Now I need to go join my teammates. Thanks again to all the fans who supported us!"

Yan Yuan nodded to the reporters, his face beaming with his signature sunny smile, and calmly left the mixed zone.

What he left behind was a mature, humble, humorous, charismatic, and emotionally intelligent perfect No. 7 image, even more so than the heartthrob Beckham of yesteryear.

This interview marked the end of Yan Yuan's journey in the European Championship qualifiers.

……

As the hustle and bustle of the international break gradually subsided, the players returned to their respective clubs with mixed feelings.

Yan Yuan carefully put away the glory and responsibility of wearing the number 7 jersey for the national team, put on Arsenal's red jersey again, and turned his attention to the league battlefield.

Emirates Stadium.

In a key match of the new round of the Premier League, Arsenal will host Manchester United, led by Solskjaer.

This is not just a match about points, but also a direct confrontation between the old and new forces in the Premier League.

Manchester United have shown signs of recovery under Solskjaer, but Arsenal remain dominant in the league standings.

The game was in Arsenal's rhythm from the very beginning.

Yan Yuan was like a tireless perpetual motion machine on the right wing. His breakthroughs, link-ups, and off-the-ball runs continuously tore apart Manchester United's defense.

Solskjaer had to assign two players to closely mark him, but with little effect.

In the 38th minute, Yan Yuan received a pass from Rodri on the right wing. Facing Luke Shaw's defense, he made a light change of direction and accelerated, instantly getting past his opponent.

Mata and Luke Shaw promptly turned back to cover Yan Yuan. Although Luke Shaw had only recently recovered, his defensive intensity was very high, and he would never let his guard down against Yan Yuan.

In front of the two men, Yan Yuan turned around and executed a Neymar-esque Mexican wide-brimmed hat-tip, then quickly turned and rushed out of their defense.

Yan Yuan reacted even faster; when the ball was halfway up the court, he headed it directly at Rodri, who was there to receive it.

The ball came at the perfect height and angle when it reached Rodri's feet.

The Spanish defensive midfielder unleashed a powerful shot!

The ball was kicked out with great force, flying straight into the top left corner of the goal!

1-0!

Yan Yuan assisted Rodri to score.

In the second half, Manchester United attempted a counterattack, but Arsenal's defense remained rock solid.

In the 65th minute, left-back Cancelo put on a spectacular solo attack!

He received the ball on the left wing, cut inside to get past Dalot, and from about 25 yards out, suddenly curled a shot with his right foot.

The ball traced a beautiful trajectory, bypassing De Gea's fingertips and nestling into the far corner of the goal!

2-0! World wave!

Cancelo's long-range shot is a success!

In the 78th minute, Achraf made a high-speed run down the right flank and delivered a low cross. Yan Yuan appeared like a ghost at the near post, getting ahead of Matic, and flicked the ball with a delicate backheel.

The ball changed direction and rolled into the net!

3-0! Yan Yuan secures the victory!

Arsenal ultimately secured a resounding 3-0 victory over Manchester United at home.

They continue to lead the standings by a huge margin.

Solskjaer's team suffered a crushing defeat at the Emirates Stadium.

The league victory was just the prelude.

While Arsenal players were still basking in the joy of defeating Manchester United, an even stronger and more suffocating war cloud had already swept in from the Iberian Peninsula, enveloping the entire European football world.

The next round of matches will be the Champions League quarter-finals.

Arsenal vs. Barcelona!

The first leg will be played at Camp Nou.

When the draw for this matchup was announced, it had already ignited the passion of fans around the world.

At this moment, as the day of the competition approaches, this enthusiasm has reached its boiling point.

The atmosphere of preparation within the Arsenal team has become even more intense in the past few days.

Wenger gave everyone an appropriate amount of recovery training to ensure they were in good condition before the match.

This is Arsenal's first time reaching the Champions League quarterfinals in recent seasons, and they won't let this opportunity slip by.

Yan Yuan would not let this opportunity slip by.

A storm is about to begin.