Soccer: Maxed-out ball control, the skill is too overpowered.

Back in the small town of Leverkusen.

As soon as the bus pulled up at the club's base, Lu Xiao saw a group of fans cheering and shouting wildly at the entrance.

"Well done!!"

"Leverkusen Allez!!"

"Well played!! Keep it up!"

"Lu—I love you!"

The female fan's on-the-spot confession made the Leverkusen players grit their teeth in anger.

On what grounds?

Aren't we handsome?

Why does Lu Xiao have so many female fans? And they are all young and beautiful female college students and high school students!

However, judging solely on appearance...

The Bayer Leverkusen players were mostly a little ashamed of themselves.

Even based on Western stereotypical aesthetics,

Lu Xiao is still considered a handsome man who fits both Eastern and Western aesthetics.

His features are very defined, giving him a slightly mixed-race appearance.

His actual bloodline is that of a pure Fujianese.

The players are exhausted from their long journey and need to drive home immediately to rest.

However, the fans had finally arrived at the training base to wait.

Head coach Sasha, along with key players like Lu Xiao, came to thank the fans.

"Thank you all for your support! Our victory over Arsenal and advancement to the Champions League quarterfinals wouldn't have been possible without each and every one of you!"

"Let's take a group photo together. We hope everyone will continue to support Bayer Leverkusen."

The team will try its best to advance on all three fronts!

Surrounded by fans, Lu Xiao, along with his coach and teammates, squatted down in front to take photos with many fans.

He also accepted some requests for autographs and individual photos.

After being open for half an hour, it was finally all over.

I still need to check the lottery results when I get home tonight!

Thinking back, I watched the last draw at Lars Bender's house party; we were all eating barbecue and talking about football.

The adorable Chloe was still by his side.

He drove his Aston Martin back to his apartment this time.

It was already dark.

The moment the door was opened, the luxurious apartment, spanning over 200 square meters, appeared incredibly empty.

Especially since the lights were off inside.

For the first time, Lu Xiao felt a little lonely.

For some reason, he suddenly missed the girl who blushed and sometimes chattered away beside him.

Habitually taking out his phone,

The text message was from last night.

Chloe: [Congratulations! You played so well! We're in the quarterfinals! Keep it up! Always supporting you! /sprinkling emoji]

Lu Xiao was busy thinking about new character templates, and then spent another night having fun with his teammates.

I didn't have time to reply to them.

If I were to contact her now, wouldn't it seem a bit scummy?

When you don't need them, they ignore you; but when you're lonely, they think of others?

After thinking it over, Lu Xiao hesitated again.

In the dark living room, Lu Xiao's face was illuminated only by the glow of the television.

The UEFA Champions League draw ceremony was playing inside, and UEFA President Gianni Infantino was giving his awkward stand-up comedy.

Lu Xiao opened her contacts and dialed Lu Yongping's number.

"Hello, Dad..."

There was a lot of noise on the other end of the phone; Lu Yongping was practically shouting.

"What's wrong? Did something happen?"

"No, I was just chatting with you guys. Where's my mom?"

"What? Hey you, hurry up and urge them on. The guests at table number 3 are getting impatient. Also, tell the kitchen that the guests are from Guangzhou, and tell them not to slack off!"

Go on, what's wrong?

"It's nothing, you guys go ahead with your work."

"Great! Call us anytime, it's good to play yesterday! We all watched it, keep up the good training and play well!"

We're both a bit busy right now, I'll call you again when I have time. Bye.

"Beep, beep, beep..."

The restaurant's business is booming every day.

Branches in major cities such as Berlin and Cologne are already in the planning stages.

Boss Lu is now considered a big boss in the German catering industry, and he's so busy that he has no time for Lu Xiao.

Left with no other option, Lu Xiao hung up the phone.

Being busy is good!

He found that he didn't go clubbing or date supermodels.

Aside from playing football, my life is pretty boring.

Previous entertainment activities also included console games.

But ever since I saw some future games in a prophetic dream, the games of 2014 seem lackluster.

Lu Xiao only plays FIFA.

Sometimes you manipulate yourself, using Leverkusen to play against Real Madrid and Barcelona.

Lu Xiao's skills are another matter in the Bayer Leverkusen team.

His FIFA skills are second to none! He's unbeatable against the entire team!

He was so dominant that his teammates were generally afraid to play games with him.

Being invincible is truly lonely!

Looking at Ricky's number in his contacts, Lu Xiao ultimately decided not to dial it.

They're just their own fans.

Being willing to be a football fan ≠ being willing to go on a date

Perhaps his presence at the last event was out of respect for the Bayer Leverkusen star...

It's best not to bother them.

This is now the crucial moment of the lottery!

Lu Xiao's attention was also drawn back to the lottery!

The two legs of the Champions League Round of 16 have been completed.

The top 8 teams have been officially determined!

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Olympiacos 0-6 Barcelona

Paris Saint-Germain 3-2 Manchester City

AC Milan 2-4 Atletico Madrid

Borussia Dortmund 5-4 Zenit Saint Petersburg

Manchester United 3-3 Bayern Munich (Away Goals Win)

Galatasaray 1-3 Chelsea

Real Madrid 9-2 Schalke 04

Bayer Leverkusen 5-3 Arsenal!

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The teams that ultimately advanced to the Champions League quarterfinals are:

Barcelona, ​​Paris Saint-Germain, Atletico Madrid, Borussia Dortmund, Bayern Munich, Chelsea, Real Madrid, Bayer Leverkusen!

With UEFA consciously suppressing the Premier League, and the loss of Premier League stars and the gradual obsolescence of Premier League tactics;

The dominance of La Liga and the Bundesliga has been a recurring theme in recent seasons.

Both La Liga and the Bundesliga have three teams that have advanced to the Champions League quarterfinals.

Chelsea is the only team in the Premier League to represent China.

French Ligue 1 still has the oil-rich Paris Saint-Germain;

Serie A has been reduced to a roadside league, with all teams failing.

With the avoidance principle no longer in effect, Bayer Leverkusen could potentially draw any team next!

It could be an all-Bundesliga battle.

It could also be a La Liga powerhouse!

The team Lu Xiao most wants to play for is the same one he mentioned in a previous interview!

real Madrid!

If we're going to fight, why not fight the strongest team?

Lu Xiao was eager to know whether there was a gap between himself and Real Madrid, and between himself and the world's top superstar—Cristiano Ronaldo at his peak.

With the smile of Luis Figo, the Portuguese and Real Madrid legend and ambassador for this year's Champions League,

He had already begun to explore the lottery pool.

"The first pair of teams to clash is—"

"Real Madrid!"

The audience erupted in applause!

Under Ancelotti's leadership, Real Madrid are undoubtedly the biggest favorites to win the title this season!

Schalke 04 isn't actually a particularly weak team.

The 9-2 aggregate score is enough to prove their attacking prowess.

In addition, the BBC trio of Ronaldo, Benzema, and Bale, along with Modric anchoring the midfield,

Real Madrid is really strong across all three lines!

"Could it be...?"

A sense of anticipation appeared in Lu Xiao's eyes!

Unfortunately, Real Madrid's opponent was not themselves.

"BVB Dotmund!"

Congratulations to our Bundesliga buddy, Borussia Dortmund!

Last year they eliminated Real Madrid 4-0, it looks like Real Madrid is looking to get revenge this year.

Soon the other matchups were also announced.

Bayern Munich vs Atletico Madrid!

Paris Saint-Germain vs Chelsea!

Oh wow—

Having seen this, the last group is self-evident!

After Figo removed Leverkusen's short ball, he immediately launched another short ball.

The team name on the note was very eye-catching!

"FC Barcelona!"

Barcelona!

Bayer Leverkusen vs. Barcelona!

Just as Lu Xiao was looking at the draw results, unsure whether to feel excited or disappointed,

The phone rang.

I answered the phone casually, and to my surprise, it was Chloe's sweet and languid voice on the other end.

"Lu, did you watch the lottery ceremony?"

"I'm watching."

"Me too."

"So, are you nervous playing against Barcelona this time?"

"And you?"

"I really hope to play against Barcelona and Messi."

Lu Xiao's voice was full of confidence and anticipation!

This surprised Chloe, who thought Lu Xiao would be a little worried... It seems she underestimated Lu Xiao's overflowing confidence!

After a brief silence on the phone, Lu Xiao listened only to what was being said on the other end.

The girl's voice was barely audible, yet it carried a strange emotion.

"If I had known, I would have asked you to watch the lottery together."