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

Commentator Zhan Jun v:

"Lu Xiao's last-minute rescue can be described as a 'phenomenal script' for Leverkusen's new season. Facing Wolfsburg's impenetrable midfield defense, his consecutive nutmegs against three opponents were nothing short of divine skill—demonstrating both his intelligent and delicate ball control and his ability to defy fate with a street dance-style bicycle kick when he lost his balance, showing his big heart and creativity beyond his years."

Three consecutive substitute appearances that changed the course of the game each time, this young player, signed for free, is far more valuable than Son Heung-min, who was acquired for €10 million. From a dark horse in the German Cup to a key player in the Bundesliga, he has shattered stereotypes about Asian players in the shortest amount of time. If he continues to improve his physical strength and tactical understanding, Lu Xiao has the potential to become a core piece of Leverkusen's new system. Leverkusen's best summer signing? The answer is self-evident.

It's great to see a Chinese player shining on the Bundesliga field. Fans should definitely keep an eye on Lu Xiao's future performances.

……

Lu Xiao was pleasantly surprised to see commentator Zhan Jun's Weibo post.

Because this is my dad Lu Yongping's favorite football commentary.

From a young age, Lu Xiao often watched football with his father, whose favorite team was Arsenal, the best-performing team in the Premier League from 02 to 04.

Therefore, Henry became one of Lu Xiao's favorite stars. In the summer of 06, when Henry missed out on the Champions League title, Lu Xiao was sad for a long time.

Of course, it's understandable that Barcelona's "Dream Team II" lost to a peak Ronaldinho.

Lu Yongping's German is only so-so, and he never really enjoyed watching German commentary; he prefers watching commentary on ESPN's Chinese channel.

Lu Xiao watched the game with them and naturally knew a lot about ESPN commentator Zhan Jun.

His passionate commentary style and his extensive knowledge of information both on and off the field make him one of Lu Xiao's favorite Chinese commentators.

Being praised by Zhan Jun like that suddenly gave me the feeling of interacting with a celebrity from afar.

"It turns out that there are still people in China who are paying attention to me."

The Baidu Tieba forum "Lu Xiao Bar" was created by someone unknown.

There aren't many posts inside; they're mostly posts about watching the game.

Very few fans came to discuss the matter.

Lu Xiao simply registered a fake Baidu account and infiltrated the forum, waiting for the day when "Lu Xiao Bar" would grow stronger.

……

The highlights of past competitions have gradually faded with the daily grind of training.

Lu Xiao hasn't even made it into the starting lineup yet, so there's no reason for him to rest on his laurels and slack off.

He trains with the utmost seriousness every day, striving to improve on the training field.

Even head coach Sasha Lewandowski couldn't help but advise him:

"Lu, your body isn't fully developed yet, there's no need to push yourself so hard."

"But coach, I'm still weak in strength, and I'm at a disadvantage when I'm physically challenged in the penalty area. Also, my passing and shooting skills are only average."

……

Thinking about it carefully, Lu Xiao really doesn't have anything to be proud of.

It relies more on the [Nagi Seishiro] template to cheat,

His superhuman ball control skills reached the highest level, but in all aspects he still had the ability of a youth academy player.

A chance is created in the penalty area; a perfect first touch can shake off the opponent and create shooting space.

His shooting ability is at most a 70 out of 100. If there's more physical contact involved, his shooting ability might drop to a 60 out of 100...

The ball was easily saved by the goalkeeper.

The last time I was able to score with a bicycle kick, it was all thanks to the [rage points] I had accumulated during the previous battles.

Only by accumulating 100% of the power of [Nagi Seishiro - S-rank] in a short period of time can one unleash an unstoppable shot.

But in a real game, opportunities can change in an instant. What if you don't have enough rage when you shoot?

Ultimately, you have to rely on your actual shooting ability.

Before the next template is drawn, Lu Xiao must work hard to improve his own abilities.

He understood one principle very well:

Don't treat the system as your savior; at best, it's like a bicycle's training wheel.

Sooner or later, I will need to remove the training wheels and ride on the road alone.

By then, I might become the world's top absolute superstar! The one and only GOAT!

"The task is arduous and the road ahead is long; let's keep working hard."

……

"You... well, it's good to have ambition. But you can't just add extra training on your own..."

In this way, our coaching team will develop a progressive, personalized training plan for you.

It will take into account your current physical fitness, physical growth, abilities, and other aspects.

"If you train extra according to the plan, with your talent and hard work, you'll definitely become one of the most dazzling stars in the Bundesliga very quickly."

"Really? Thank you, Coach!"

Lu Xiao was indeed pleasantly surprised.

He had assumed that Hyypia liked his coach, while the serious Sasha disliked him.

I didn't expect him to care about me so much.

"Of course, you're my player, so naturally I'll take you seriously."

"Even if one day you have other options and leave Leverkusen, I hope your career will have a better future."

Lu Xiao could see sincerity in Sasha's eyes.

It turns out that the usually fierce head coach also has such a gentle side.

"Cough cough cough... Alright, let's not do any extra training today, go back and rest."

"Okay, I'll leave after I finish this round of shots."

"Um."

Sasha did not like Lu Xiao at first.

Isn't it ridiculous to have a 16-year-old Chinese player with a thin physique in the first team?

Lu Xiao proved his worth through his actions.

After the first round of the German Cup, Sasha Lewandowski has admitted that he misjudged the situation.

He hopes Lu Xiao can develop quickly and become a sharp attacking weapon for Leverkusen! A true ace!

However, he's not very good at connecting with players on a personal level.

What's there for grown men to be sentimental about? They should do something practical instead.

Coach Hyypia rushed back to his office, ready to go home with his bag, but Sasha pulled him back.

"What's going on? Do we have to work overtime?"

"Yes, it's about Lu Xiao."

"What's wrong with Lu?"

"Look how anxious you are. Your prized disciple is fine. I wanted to discuss with you about creating a training program for him."

"You should have said so earlier, I was all prepared."

"Um?"

Hypia enthusiastically pulled out a stack of printed plans.

The above is Lu Xiao's detailed analysis, as well as specific training programs to strengthen each ability.

"So well prepared?"

"Of course, you said it yourself, he is my prized student."

After all, Hyypia had been advocating for a special signing of this young man even before Lu Xiao was signed.

His sixth sense is never wrong!

"Fine, then you can explain it to him yourself tomorrow."

"Sasha."

"What?"

"Thanks."

"Hey, what are you all doing? I'm not the kind of cold-blooded coach."

"You clearly are."

"Get out of here."

……

The Bayer Leverkusen schedule is still ongoing.

On September 21, in the second round of the German Cup, they will play away against RB Leipzig.

On September 24, in the 6th round of the Bundesliga, they will play away against Mainz.

With two matches a week, it's necessary to use a rotating lineup.

Head coach Sasha Lewandowski is in a bit of a predicament.

Especially Lu Xiao!

"Do you think it's better for him to be a substitute at Mainz, or a starter in the German Cup?"