After Paris Saint-Germain was removed from the list, I led England to victory!
Chapter 329 Three Lions Galloping
The end of 2019 is approaching.
For the England national team, this was a moment to herald a new decade with a whirlwind of goals and absolute dominance.
In November, these are the last two matches of this European Championship qualifier.
It was less of a competition and more of a showcase of the results and a foundation-laying ceremony for the youth storm under Southgate's command.
With qualification for the knockout stage already secured, Gareth Southgate, in the tactics room at the St. George's Park training facility, clearly outlined the tasks for the final two matches to the assembled players.
"First of all, congratulations, lads, you've secured your tickets to next summer." Southgate's voice was steady and firm, his gaze sweeping over every familiar face.
"But our work isn't over yet. For the last two games, home against Montenegro and away against Kosovo, I have two specific requirements," Southgate said, holding up two fingers.
"First, protect your body. I don't want to see any unnecessary injuries, especially at this stage. We need everyone to be in good health to prepare for next year's major competition."
"Second," he emphasized, a sharp glint in his eyes, "to rack up as many goals as possible! We need to show the whole of Europe our attacking prowess and secure the best possible seeding. I want to see fluid attacks and ruthless efficiency, understand?"
"Understood, boss!" came the unanimous response in the locker room, especially from the forwards, whose eyes blazed with determination.
Harry Kane is eager to solidify his position on the top scorer list, while Yan Yuan, who is in red-hot form, is even more eager to try.
The first leg will be played at home at Wembley Stadium.
England vs Montenegro.
The atmosphere before the match was less tense and more like a festive celebration.
The stands at Wembley were packed, with fans hoping for a resounding victory to kick off the November qualifiers.
However, no one could have predicted that the game would unfold so wildly, with such a lightning-fast start.
The referee blew his whistle, and England kicked off.
Kane passed the ball back to Declan Rice in midfield.
Rice didn't dribble much.
A long diagonal pass found Yan Yuan, who was making a high-speed run down the right flank!
The intention behind this pass was clear: to take advantage of Yan Yuan's extremely fast acceleration to catch the opponent off guard!
Montenegro's left-back was clearly not fully in the game yet. Yan Yuan, like a wild horse, easily controlled the ball, took a touch, and charged into the penalty area!
"Kane passed back, Rice got the ball, Rice quickly passed it to Yan, Yan is dribbling at high speed!!! Is he going to shoot directly!!!" The Sky Sports commentator almost jumped up from his seat and exclaimed.
Yan Yuan dribbled the ball into the right side of the penalty area.
Facing the hastily arriving center-back, he calmly observed the goalkeeper's position.
He then swung his left leg and fired a precise low shot, sending the ball under the goalkeeper's arm into the near corner!
Goal!
"Gooooooooooooal!!! Yan Yuan! Unbelievable! Just 12 seconds into the game! England leads 1-0! This could be one of the fastest goals in the history of the European Championship qualifiers! Wembley Stadium is on fire!" The commentator's shouts echoed across the British Isles via radio waves.
"A perfect start! Our tactical intentions were very clear: Rice's long pass, Yan Yuan's speed and composure! Montenegro was completely stunned!" another commentator added.
This goal completely set the tone for the match.
The following matches turned into an attacking drill for the England team and a nightmare for the Montenegrin team.
Yan Yuan was burning hot; he was almost everywhere.
In the 18th minute, Rashford broke through on the left and cut the ball back, where Yan Yuan, who was in the middle, easily slotted it into the net.
Yan Yuan scores twice! 2-0!
In the 35th minute, Yan Yuan attracted two defenders on the right flank and cleverly passed the ball to Kyle Walker, who had made a run down the flank.
Kyle Walker crossed from the byline.
Kane outjumps the defender to head the ball into the net! 3-0!
In the 41st minute, England won a free kick in the attacking third. Yan Yuan surprisingly opted for a quick free kick, passing the ball directly to Kane, who had beaten the offside trap, and Kane scored one-on-one! 4-0!
In first-half stoppage time, Rice intercepted the ball in midfield and made a direct pass.
Yan Yuan received the ball, turned around, and unleashed a sudden shot from about 30 meters away from the goal.
A stunning world-class goal that pierced the top corner!
5-0! Hat trick!
In the first half, England scored 5 goals, with Yan Yuan scoring a hat-trick and providing an assist!
The cheers at Wembley Stadium grew louder and louder.
In the second half, although Southgate made some substitutions, the team's attacking firepower did not diminish at all.
In the 55th minute, substitute Sancho and Yan Yuan combined brilliantly on the right wing, culminating in Yan Yuan's powerful shot from a tight angle to complete his quadruple! 6-0!
In the 68th minute, Yan Yuan returned the favor, assisting Kane to complete his hat-trick! 7-0!
In the 75th minute, Rashford cut inside and scored, making it 8-0!
In the 78th minute, Rice made a late run and scored with a long-range shot, making it 9-0!
In the 82nd minute, Yan Yuan was fouled in the penalty area, winning a penalty. He converted the penalty himself, scoring his fifth goal of the match! 10-0!
In the 89th minute, Rice scored his second goal, sealing the final score at 11-0!
A shocking massacre!
England's 11-0 thrashing set a new record for the biggest win in the national team's history.
Yan Yuan scored five goals, shining brightly throughout the match.
Kane scored a hat-trick, while Rashford, Rice, and others also found the net.
This match showcased the terrifying efficiency of England's attacking force to the fullest.
Four days later, they will play against Kosovo away from home.
Riding the wave of a resounding victory,
England travels to Kosovo.
Despite playing away from home and Southgate making significant changes to the lineup, giving young players like Saka and Mount a starting opportunity, the team's attacking momentum remained undiminished.
Yan Yuan will start as the right winger again.
Kosovo is much stronger than Montenegro.
So this match lacked the frenzy of the game against Montenegro, but the team still maintained excellent control.
In the 28th minute, Saka broke through on the left wing and crossed the ball. Yan Yuan, arriving at the far post, easily slotted it into the net, giving England the lead. 1-0!
In the 55th minute, Kane received a pass from Sterling and scored, extending the lead to 2-0!
In the 65th minute, Yan Yuan played a one-two with attacking midfielder Mount before breaking into the penalty area and firing a low shot into the far corner with his left foot, scoring his second goal! 3-0!
In the 75th minute, Saka showcased his individual skill, cutting inside and curling a shot into the net! 4-0!
In the 82nd minute, Saka scored again, making the final score 5-0!
England secured another clean and decisive victory, concluding their European Championship qualifying campaign in perfect form.
When the final whistle blew and all the statistics were laid out, the entire European football world took notice.
England topped their group and became the team with the best goal difference in this qualifying campaign, boasting the most powerful attack in Europe.
On the individual statistics list, Yan Yuan's name shines brightly: he tops the all-time top scorer list in the qualifiers with 19 goals!
This is a terrifying number, far exceeding that of its competitors.
Not only other competitors, but the combined goal tallies of several other national teams might not even reach this number.
After the qualifiers ended, the focus of media and fan discussions was entirely on this revitalized England team.
A column in The Times wrote: "Southgate has built a completely different England team. They are no longer dull, no longer reliant on long balls and crosses, but are full of technique, speed, and deadly efficiency. The biggest change is in the attacking third, where the firepower has been maximized."
Discussions were raging on major fan forums and social media, and this fervor quickly spread from traditional media to every corner of the online world.
Both domestically and internationally, topics such as #ThreeLions#, #YanYuan#, and #EuropeanCup# quickly rose to the top of trending lists.
"To be honest, this England team feels much more united than before. There are very few players fighting for possession on the field, and their teamwork is smooth and fluid."
"That's right! The atmosphere in the England dressing room feels much better; there aren't as many messy news stories."
"Yan Shen is about to win the Ballon d'Or, he's the number one young player in the league! With him in the England dressing room, who dares to cause trouble? He'll shut you down in a heartbeat."
"Is that even a question? Because we have our captain, Yan Shen! [doge] Just kidding, but seriously, what level is Yan Shen at now? Not only is the Ballon d'Or a sure thing, but he's also an absolute key player for the England team!"
I'll only look at the data. This season, does he have more goals than Kane, Sterling, and Rashford combined? Not to mention, he won the UEFA Nations League in his first year with the national team.
"I support the comment above. Yan Shen's strength and achievements speak for themselves. Who can disagree? In the locker room, results are the only true measure. He led everyone to victory, to championships, and to rack up impressive stats. Who can disagree? A player like that would be a key player and core member of any national team."
"Indeed, Yan Shen's arrival has changed the ecology of the England dressing room. He has top-notch skills, a low-key personality, is happy to assist, and has no negative news on or off the field. Which teammate wouldn't like a player like that? People used to say that there were factions in the England team, but look how united they are now."
Another fan using Kane's image replied.
"Although I'm a Kane fan, I have to admit that Yan Yuan is indeed the true core of this England team. Kane's goal and assist statistics haven't suffered when partnered with him, and he's playing more comfortably. The core is definitely no longer with Kane."
"Yan Yuan's current strength is overwhelming. On the field, his performance is enough to convince everyone. Kane, Sterling, and Rashford are all willing to play around Yan Yuan. With such an absolute strong point, everyone has a clear division of labor, so there are naturally fewer conflicts."
Another fan said that...
"Yan Shen is about to win the Ballon d'Or, which means that England will have a Ballon d'Or winner in next year's European Championship. This is something to look forward to."
"My goodness! If this really happens, and if England wins the European Championship again, then Yan Shen will be a Ballon d'Or winner + FIFA World Player of the Year + Arsenal captain + England's championship-winning core + England's second captain. That's not far from being knighted, is it?"
"It's not far indeed. Knowing the British way of doing things, they'll definitely grant a title, but they probably won't give a very high one at first, since there are five ranks of titles. I think we can still look forward to it."
"If Yan Yuan wins the World Cup, it will be like he's been gilded in the football world, at least in English football."
These discussions are not unfounded.
Yan Yuan, with his unparalleled personal ability, humble and low-key personality, and leadership style on and off the field, has indeed won the respect and trust of all his teammates in a short period of time.
His presence was like a magnet, bringing the team together.
Yan Yuan's achievements speak for themselves.
With an impressive undefeated record in the qualifiers and unprecedented confidence, the England team temporarily disbanded and returned to their respective clubs.
But they all knew in their hearts that a grander and more challenging stage lay ahead.
The 2020 European Championship awaits them.
This time, they have a "nuclear weapon" that can change the course of the game—Yan Yuan.
The expectations of all England fans have been raised to an unprecedented level.
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