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

November 21, 2022, Khalifa International Stadium, Qatar.

A warm breeze from the Persian Gulf swept across the packed stands.

Here, the fresh scent of the grass and the mingling of fans from all over the world create a unique and passionate atmosphere for the World Cup.

England's World Cup journey has officially begun amidst this burning anticipation.

Their first opponent is the resilient team from Asia – Iran.

Before the match, almost all predictions overwhelmingly favored England.

The ball is round, especially on the World Cup stage; underestimating your opponent is often the harbinger of disaster.

However, this Three Lions team, led by Southgate and with Yan Yuan at its core.

From the very first minute, we were determined to nip any potential underdogs in the bud.

From the start of the match, England displayed a suffocating pressure and control.

Their passing was fluid and efficient, and their movement was agile and effective.

Iran's defensive formation appeared precarious under the relentless pressure from England's star players.

The deadlock was broken midway through the first half, and the one who opened the door to victory was none other than the team's leader, Yan Yuan.

The first goal came in the 22nd minute.

After a series of dazzling passes in the attacking third, England's ball was barely headed out of the penalty area by the opposing defender.

Just to the right of the edge of the penalty area, a red figure surged forward like a cheetah!

Yan Yuan did not hesitate at all. Before the ball hit the ground, he stretched out his body to the side, swung his right leg, and unleashed a powerful volley!

The ball, like a cannonball or a white lightning bolt, spun violently and whistled as it flew into the top left corner of the goal!

Iranian goalkeeper Beiranvand made a desperate save, but the ball was too sharp, too powerful, and too fast; his fingertips couldn't even touch it!

"World-class goal!!!! Yan Yuan!!! A beautiful volley!!! England has broken the deadlock! The Three Lions' first goal in the World Cup group stage has been scored by their captain!!!!" The commentator's shout instantly ignited the entire stadium and the passion of all the England fans watching on their screens.

In the stands, it wasn't just England fans cheering; Yan Yuan's family members were also cheering for him.

Old Yan and Old Lin almost lost their voices from shouting.

Yan Yuan ran and ran to the stand where his family was, where he performed a passionate knee slide.

This goal completely shattered the Iranian team's defensive confidence.

However, this is just the beginning.

Before the end of the first half, England had a free kick opportunity in the attacking third.

Yan Yuan stepped up in front of the ball without hesitation.

Run-up, swing your leg, shoot! The ball drew a beautiful arc, bypassed the wall, and plummeted rapidly in front of the goal, precisely nestling into the top right corner of the net.

A theoretically absolute dead angle, a perfect ten-point angle! Beiranvand once again could only sigh in despair as he watched the ball go.

2-0! Yan Yuan scored twice in his World Cup debut!

This was also the first brace in this World Cup, scored by England captain Yan Yuan.

In the second half, England's attack remained relentless. Completely bewildered, Iran's defense was riddled with holes.

In the 50th minute, Kane received a cross from Yan Yuan on the wing and scored, extending the score to 3-0.

Then, young midfield maestro Bellingham demonstrated his excellent ability to make late runs into the box, heading the ball into the net to make it 4-0.

Immediately afterwards, defensive midfielder Declan Rice also found an opportunity outside the penalty area, firing a low shot into the goal, making it 5-0.

In the final stages of the match, Bukayo Saka, the explosives on the left wing, added another goal, sealing the final score at 6-0!

A resounding victory!

England secured a winning start to the World Cup, and Yan Yuan not only announced his triumphant return with a stunning long-range goal and a perfect free kick from a ten-point angle.

He became the first player in this World Cup to score two goals, demonstrating his key role and hot form.

The resounding victory in their first match has boosted the morale of the England team.

In the second round of the group stage, they faced the American team led by "Captain America" ​​Pulisic.

The American team players have excellent physical qualities and are very active. Pulisic's experience at Chelsea has made him more mature and he is an absolute attacking force for the team.

Sure enough, after the match started, the US team did not play conservatively. They tried to attack the England team's defense with high-intensity pressing and quick counter-attacks.

Pulisic was very active on the left flank, creating threats on numerous occasions with his individual skills. His cut-in shots and crosses caused some trouble for England's defense.

However, the current England team not only boasts a formidable attacking line, but also an exceptionally solid defense.

The central defensive pairing of Maguire and Stones performed solidly, while Luke Shaw and Kyle Walker on the flanks effectively contained the opponent's attacks down the flanks.

After withstanding the initial onslaught from the US team, England gradually took control of the game.

They are more patient with the ball and their passing is more precise.

Yan Yuan constantly moved between the right and middle lanes, drawing the defense and creating space for his teammates.

The goal came in the 30th minute of the first half.

This is a classic example of teamwork.

Kane dropped back to set up Bellingham, who played a through ball down the middle. Phil Foden, anticipating the pass, cut inside from the left flank, received the ball, and calmly slotted it into the far corner! 1-0!

After taking the lead, the England team played with more composure.

In the 65th minute of the second half, Yan Yuan once again demonstrated his decisive ability as a superstar.

After receiving the ball on the right wing, he faced the defender and successfully dribbled past him with his signature "Phoenix Tail Spin" move.

Then, he curled a beautiful shot with his left foot, the ball bypassing the defenders and goalkeeper and nestling into the net!

2-0! This goal completely demoralized the American team.

Towards the end of the match, Southgate brought on Rashford to maintain attacking threat.

Rashford lived up to expectations, receiving a precise through ball from Yan Yuan during a quick counter-attack, going one-on-one with the goalkeeper, and calmly slotting the ball into the net to seal a 3-0 victory.

Despite Pulisic's best efforts, the gap in overall strength between the US team and the US team was still obvious.

England secured a place in the knockout stage with an economical victory.

Yan Yuan scored another goal, continuing his hot streak.

In the final round of the group stage, England will face their neighbor Wales in the English derby.

Wells boasts their iconic player, Gareth Bale, as well as Aaron Ramsey, Yan Yuan's former teammate at Arsenal and a key midfielder and captain.

For Bale and Ramsey, this is likely to be their last World Cup, and they will undoubtedly give it their all.

Both of them are not young anymore.

After the match began, the Wells team showed great fighting spirit.

Although Bale is getting on in years and his explosiveness is not what it used to be, his experience and free-kick skills are still a formidable threat.

Ramsey tirelessly ran and linked up play in midfield, trying to create opportunities for the team.

The Welsh defense was very well organized, which hampered England's attack for a time.

However, the difference in strength and form ultimately determined the outcome of the match.

In the 40th minute of the first half, England won a free kick in the attacking third.

Kane took the penalty.

Kane's shot was blocked by the wall, but the ball landed right at Yan Yuan's feet at the edge of the penalty area.

Yan Yuan made a slight adjustment, feinted a shot and then passed the ball with great penetrating power. Kane, who understood perfectly, successfully broke the offside trap and easily pushed the ball past the goalkeeper to score!

1: 0!

Yan Yuan assisted Kane, breaking the deadlock on the field.

In the second half, England continued to apply pressure.

In the 55th minute, England won a corner kick.

Yan Yuan's corner kick was perfectly placed, and veteran Henderson, who made a run into the middle, overpowered the defenders and headed the ball into the net!

2: 0!

With a two-goal lead, England played with more ease.

Wells suffered a blow when Bale fell to the ground in pain during a challenge. Although he continued playing after treatment, his discomfort was obvious, and he almost had to leave the field due to injury.

Bell's soleus muscles no longer allow him to run as fast as he did in his youth.

This Welsh hero left behind a legacy of relentless struggle and a touch of tragic heroism on the World Cup stage.

In the 75th minute, England secured the victory.

This is Yan Yuan's solo performance.

After receiving the ball on the right wing, he used a change of pace and a sudden burst of speed to dribble past two defenders, break into the right side of the penalty area, and score with a low shot into the near corner!

3: 0!

This time,

After scoring, Yan Yuan did not celebrate wildly. Instead, he walked to the Wells half and hugged his old teammate Ramsey, who looked helpless and tired.

Yan Yuan and Ramsey hugged, patted each other on the back, and exchanged jerseys.

This scene is filled with warmth and respect in competitive sports.

In the end, England defeated Wales 3-0, advancing to the round of 16 with a perfect record of three wins in three group stage matches, scoring 12 goals and conceding none!

Yan Yuan delivered a top-notch performance in three matches, scoring four goals and providing one assist, making him the undisputed core of the team and one of the most dazzling stars in this World Cup so far.

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England's dominant performance in the group stage of this World Cup has instantly ignited the global internet, especially on football communities like Hupu, where the level of discussion is no less than that in the UK.

"Who dares call themselves the Three Lions now? Call us the Three Lions Empire! 12 goals scored, 0 goals conceded—this is a group stage match? This is a training session! Southgate has finally learned how to operate an aircraft carrier!"

"What does it mean to be an international superstar?! (Leans back tactically) Yan Shen is in red-hot form! World-class goals, corner kicks, assists, dribbling, defense, he's proficient in everything. Betting on England in this World Cup is definitely the right move."

"The current England team is so well-balanced! The attacking line is beautiful, with players like Yan, Kane, Saka, Foden, and Rashford, their attacking talent is overflowing; the midfielders Bellingham and Rice are good at both attacking and defending; and the defense is rock solid. Most importantly, with Yan in the dressing room, the atmosphere is top-notch. This is probably England's most promising year since 1966."

"Stop jinxing! Stop jinxing! Have you forgotten our traditional skills? They were fierce in the group stage, but in the knockout stage... [doge emoji] But to be honest, this year is really different. It feels like Yan Shen alone has the entire England dressing room under his thumb, and the team is very united on the field."

"Finally, we don't have to be mocked as the European national football team anymore. In this World Cup, from the qualifiers to now, the England team has basically won every game by a large margin."

"Playing Senegal in the round of 16 shouldn't be a problem. But in the quarterfinals, England might face France, and that will be the real test! If we get past France, I believe the championship will belong to Yan Shen!"

"What about Messi? Does Argentina currently have the strength to challenge England?"

"Are you kidding me, buddy? You're letting that bunch of old Argentinians go up against this England team with an average age of 25? Don't forget how old Messi is, and how old is Yan Shen?"

Netizens' comments were filled with joy, anticipation, caution, and undisguised admiration for Yan Yuan.

An optimistic sentiment of "England winning the championship" began to spread in the online world.

A perfect start, a fiery core, a solid defense, a united atmosphere... all these elements seem to indicate that this well-equipped "Three Lions" warship is heading at full speed toward the gleaming Hercules Cup deep in the desert.

The real challenge is yet to come in the knockout stage, but for now, England fans have every reason to fully enjoy the joy and anticipation brought by the group stage.