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

Dortmund, Germany.

Signal Iduna Park is one of the most famous "devil's home grounds" in European football.

As night fell, this magnificent modern stadium was engulfed by an endless wave of yellow.

The shouts and songs of more than 80,000 Borussia Dortmund fans, along with the iconic giant yellow and black banner, created a suffocating, almost religiously frenzied atmosphere at the home stadium.

The die-hard fan section of the South Stand was like a constantly boiling yellow volcano, with waves of noise rising higher and higher, as if it would blow the roof off.

"Heja BVB!"

"We are the Yellow and Black Wall!"

"Schwarz und Gelb, ein Leben lang!" (Yellow and black for life)

Tonight, a formidable challenger has arrived here.

The same Arsenal team that won the Champions League trophy here last season.

For Borussia Dortmund fans, this is more than just a Champions League group stage match.

It was a match no less intense than the one against Bayern Munich.

They were eager to give this "nouveau riche" team from London a taste of their own medicine on their own turf.

For Arsenal, who are visiting the club.

This is also the first major test of the new season's Champions League campaign.

On the Sky Sports commentary booth, the commentators' voices carried a hint of excited nervousness.

"Good evening, everyone! Welcome to Signal Iduna Park in Dortmund, Germany! We are about to bring you a key match in Group H of this season's UEFA Champions League – Borussia Dortmund vs. Arsenal!" The commentator's opening remarks were incredibly engaging.

"This is definitely going to be a very exciting match, Martin," another commentator chimed in.

"Borussia Dortmund, the terrifying home ground of Westphalia, is known throughout Europe for their youthful energy."

Arsenal, as the defending champions, are sweeping across Europe in a more mature and controlled manner under the leadership of Nagelsmann.

More importantly, this is a direct dialogue between two Gen Z newcomers: Erling Haaland and Yan Yuan!

According to media predictions, this match was originally supposed to be a duel between Yan Yuan, Haaland, and Bellingham.

However, because Arsenal is too strong, Dortmund's manager has not yet started Bellingham.

The camera then panned to the players' tunnel.

The Dortmund players, dressed in their traditional yellow and black stripes, had eyes full of fighting spirit as they played at home.

With his tall stature and blond hair, Haaland stood out.

His expression was serious as he chewed gum, looking every bit like a beast ready to pounce.

On the other side, Arsenal wore dark away kits.

Captain Yan Yuan stood at the front, wearing an armband, his expression calm, his sharp eyes scanning the field as he surveyed this familiar battlefield.

Behind him stood a host of formidable players, including Rodri, Rice, and Aubameyang.

"Beep—!"

With a crisp whistle from the referee, the match officially began!

Taking advantage of their home ground, Dortmund launched a high press from the very first minute.

Their manager Favre's tactical intentions were very clear: to use relentless running and physical challenges to disrupt Arsenal's backline passing system and try to seize the initiative from the start.

The defensive midfield duo of Rodri and Rice became Dortmund's primary target.

Haaland, Reus, Sancho and other forwards and midfielders took turns pressing forward, trying to cut off their connection with the defense.

For a moment, Arsenal's passing in the backfield became somewhat difficult, with the ball repeatedly being passed back to goalkeeper Martinez under pressure, who then cleared it with long kicks.

"Dortmund's pressing is very aggressive! They don't want to give Arsenal any chances from the start, that's the power of Westfalen! Arsenal are getting used to the strong pressure from the Yellow and Black," the commentator remarked.

However, Nagelsmann's team was clearly prepared for this.

After a few minutes of adjustment at the start, Arsenal gradually found their footing.

Their strategy was to quickly move through the midfield and utilize the space on both flanks.

In the 8th minute, Arsenal launched their first threatening attack.

After successfully intercepting Sancho in the backfield, Rodri quickly passed the ball to Yan Yuan, who was making a high-speed run down the right flank.

After receiving the ball, Yan Yuan faced Dortmund's left-back Nico Schulz. He first feigned cutting inside, then used the outside of his right foot to flick the ball towards the byline, using his explosive power to overtake in an instant!

After reaching the byline, he delivered a low cross, and the ball quickly crossed the six-yard box!

Unfortunately, Aubameyang was a fraction too slow in the middle, and Dortmund's center-back Manuel Akanji cleared the ball out of bounds.

"Beautiful breakthrough! Yan Yuan! His acceleration is always a nightmare for defenders! It's a pity that Aubameyang couldn't get into position to intercept, and Akanji made a timely defense," the commentator lamented.

After withstanding Arsenal's attack, Dortmund quickly retaliated.

Their offensive linchpin, captain Marco Reus, began to display his magic.

In the 15th minute, Reus received the ball on the left side of midfield. Facing Rice's close marking, he first made a delicate cut to create space, and then delivered a surgical through ball.

The ball precisely pierced Arsenal's defense and found Haaland, who had broken the offside trap and entered the penalty area.

"Reus! Beautiful through ball! Haaland's chance!"

The entire Westfalen stadium erupted in cheers.

Everyone is chanting Haaland's name.

Since the start of this Bundesliga season, Haaland has been the starting center forward and has performed exceptionally well.

Although he was only 19 years old at the time and had just started his first season in the Bundesliga, this did not stop the fans from supporting and cheering for him.

Haaland started like a cheetah.

He shook off Upamecano's marking and found himself one-on-one with the goalkeeper!

However, just as he was about to shoot, a dark figure came running back from the side and behind like lightning.

Achraf Hakimi demonstrated his amazing speed and defensive awareness, and at the critical moment, he used a clean and decisive sliding tackle to push the ball out of bounds from Haaland's feet!

"Brilliant defense! Achraf saved the team!" the commentator exclaimed. "This recovery demonstrates that Arsenal has a world-class defense!"

Haaland lay on the ground, shrugged helplessly, and regretted missing this golden opportunity.

Yan Yuan then quickly gestured to Ashraf with praise.

He also high-fived Upamecano and loudly encouraged his teammates.

In the 22nd minute, Dortmund launched another attack.

This time it was Akanji's breakthrough and cross that was headed away by an Arsenal defender and landed at the edge of the penalty area.

Reus unleashed a powerful shot!

The ball was powerful and heavy, but the angle was too straight, and Martinez caught it securely.

In the 28th minute, Dortmund created their best chance of the first half.

Reus and Sancho executed a brilliant combination on the left wing. After Sancho cut into the penalty area, he chose not to pass to Haaland, who was in a better position, despite the extremely tight angle.

Instead, he managed to take a shot!

The ball flew high over the crossbeam!

"Sancho is too selfish! His best option in that position should have been to pass to Haaland! Haaland was open in that position!" the commentator criticized.

This poor shot selection drew boos from the home fans.

Reus also called out to Sancho.

"Jaden! This is the Champions League! No one will pay for your mistakes! Cheer up!"

Sancho waved to Reus.

That's how football is; repeatedly wasting opportunities often leads to punishment.

And the one who will punish them is none other than the red-hot Arsenal.

In the 35th minute, Dortmund's attack in the attacking third was intercepted.

Center-back Pepe demonstrated his seasoned experience, stepping forward and accurately dispossessing Reus as he attempted to receive the ball!

After intercepting the ball, Pepe didn't blindly launch a long ball, but calmly passed it to Rodri, who was there to receive it.

Rodri received the ball, turned, and, facing a challenge, quickly passed the ball to Rice on the left.

Rice looked up and saw that Dortmund's defense was pushing forward because of the attack, leaving a huge gap behind them!

Without hesitation, he delivered a precise long pass over the top, directly targeting Yan Yuan, who was making a high-speed run down the right flank of the attacking third!

"Counterattack opportunity! Rice's long pass has reached Yan Yuan!" The commentator's voice suddenly rose.

Yan Yuan was like a wild horse that had broken free of its reins. He had already started moving while the ball was in flight. He used his speed to shake off Schultz, who was responsible for marking him, and perfectly controlled the ball near the right sideline!

However, just as he was about to cut inside with the ball, a huge yellow figure came rushing up from the side and behind at an astonishing speed.

It's still Haaland.

Haaland and Yan Yuan have somewhat similar styles.

He's also a striker who likes to track back and defend.

"Haaland is chasing back! I have to say, he's incredibly fast!" the commentator exclaimed.

Haaland caught up with Yan Yuan in a few steps and leaned against him without hesitation.

He tried to use force to squeeze Yan Yuan and disrupt his dribbling rhythm!

The moment Yan Yuan made contact with Haaland,

I instantly felt a pressure unlike that of a typical forward or defender.

Haaland's physical strength far exceeded his expectations!

The impact was heavy and solid.

He's just as good as her.

This is one of the strongest opponents Yan Yuan has ever faced, and he's a forward!

In terms of Haaland's physical ferocity,

It's even among the top in the Premier League.

"The two Gen Zers have already started their physical confrontation! Haaland has locked onto Yan Yuan!" The commentator held his breath.

The entire audience stared wide-eyed.

Looking forward to a head-to-head match between these two rising stars!

However, Yan Yuan's core strength and sense of balance were on full display at this moment.

Haaland's performance in the physical battles was indeed quite good.

Unfortunately, he encountered Yan Yuan.

In the event of being violently rammed by Haaland.

Yan Yuan did not lose his balance.

Instead, he cleverly used his left arm to create a little space, while his right leg firmly supported his body, and at the same time, his footwork remained steady as he continued to dribble forward!

One step, two steps!

Instead of slowing down during the confrontation, Yan Yuan accelerated again!

Although Haaland has the advantage in strength, his absolute speed and agility in changing direction while dribbling are obviously slightly inferior.

Yan Yuan simply lowered his shoulder and changed direction, cutting inside.

He instantly left Haaland half a body length behind!

"That's it! Yan Yuan withstood Haaland's attack! He outpaced him with his speed!" the commentator shouted excitedly.

After shaking off Haaland, Yan Yuan found himself in an open field.

He dribbled the ball towards the penalty area!

Dortmund's center-back Akanji had to cover.

Yan Yuan didn't attempt any complicated dribbling moves. Instead, he adjusted his footing on the right side of the penalty arc and unleashed a right-footed shot into the far corner.

The ball traced a beautiful arc, bypassing Akanji's block, and headed straight for the top left corner of the goal.

Dortmund goalkeeper Roman Bürki made a desperate dive to the side, but it was too late.

"GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAL!!! Yan Yuan! A world-class goal! Arsenal take a 1-0 lead away from home!" The commentary booth erupted in cheers.

"A classic counter-attack! A perfect display of individual skill! From intercepting the ball, starting, challenging, getting past defenders, to shooting, it was all done in one smooth motion! Haaland tried his best to track back, but Yan Yuan's performance tonight was unstoppable!"

After scoring, Yan Yuan blew a kiss to the away team's stands.

This goal not only broke the deadlock on the field, but also dealt a heavy blow to Dortmund's morale.

After conceding a goal, Dortmund became somewhat impatient and attempted a major counterattack, but their formation pushed forward, leaving more gaps in their defense.

In the 41st minute, Cancelo was marking Dortmund's Sancho one-on-one on the left flank of the backfield. He seized the moment when Sancho tried to change direction and made a precise tackle to steal the ball.

After intercepting the ball, Cancelo did not stop and immediately dribbled the ball at high speed down the left flank. He played a one-two with Saka and then cut into the vicinity of the penalty area byline before sending a triangular back pass.

The ball found Lacazette, who was following up near the penalty spot, with pinpoint accuracy!

"Cancelo! Beautiful counter-attack! Lacazette! Shoot!"

Unfortunately, Lacazette's shot, taken unmarked, went wide.

The ball went limply wide of the far post.

"Oh dear! Lacazette! What a wasted opportunity! Cancelo's solo performance ended in disappointment!" the commentator lamented.

Subsequently, Dortmund managed a long-range shot through Reus, but it posed little threat.

The first half ended after one minute of added time.

"Beep! Beep!"

At halftime, Arsenal led Borussia Dortmund 1-0 away from home thanks to Yan Yuan's brilliant individual performance.

Throughout the first half, both teams displayed a high level of competition and tactical awareness.

Dortmund's pressing and Reus's creativity created threats, but their finishing touch was lacking;

Arsenal, on the other hand, seized the fatal opportunity with more efficient counter-attacking defense and the individual abilities of their star players.

Yan Yuan's direct confrontation with Haaland ended in a complete victory for Yan Yuan, but Haaland's terrifying physical abilities also left a deep impression on everyone.

The second half, lasting forty-five minutes, is destined to be even more intense.