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

Lu Xiao's prediction came true.

When she dropped Ma Fanshu off at her hotel, she did hesitate for a second, as if she wanted to say something but couldn't.

Is this how you test your cadres?

After all, she was a young girl who had just graduated, so she remained a little reserved.

Assuming Lu Xiao really takes the initiative to push forward,

She was able to be linked to Lu Xiao as his rumored girlfriend.

That's a shoo-in for the top spot on the trending topics list, followed by a deep red "Explosive" label.

With this kind of viewership, what are the intern hosts of "World Football"?

He will inevitably be a top-tier internet celebrity for a period of time.

Even Bingbing, who later became a sensation across the internet, might not have reached this level of fame at her peak.

Whether they pursue a career in self-media or remain with CCTV, they have a bright future ahead of them.

Anyway, if Lu Xiao held on a little longer,

She'll definitely put up a symbolic resistance and then play hard to get.

But is Lu Xiao that kind of person?

That's definitely not the case.

Get some rest, see you in Madrid.

He took his coat off her, turned around without flinching, and took the coat off her.

Before Sister Ma could say anything,

Lou Sigma Man Xiao had already walked out of the hotel lobby.

"Hey!! Wait a minute!"

A myriad of thoughts flashed through Sister Ma's mind.

Finally, they found a lame excuse to keep them.

I almost twisted my ankle while rushing after them in my high heels.

As a result, I went outside and looked around for a long time.

Lu Xiao's figure had disappeared.

"Hmph! Am I not charming enough? Sigh..."

Sister Ma sighed inwardly and turned to walk towards the elevator.

However, his eyes quickly regained some sparkle.

"This shoot will last two weeks, so there's still a chance... right?"

……

"What are you doing?"

In a WhatsApp video

Chloe lay on her university dormitory bed, habitually raising her fair and tender little feet and swaying them back and forth.

This is the most comfortable position for her whenever she video chats with Lu Xiao.

Lu Xiao couldn't help but glance at the top of the video window a few more times.

I once suspected that I might have some kind of prison guard fetish.

It's normal if you don't have it.

With such a cute girl showing off her legs and feet, what straight man wouldn't take a second look?

"I just went for a walk and am going back to rest now."

"Alone? No Spanish beauties to keep you company?"

Chloe rested her chin on her left hand, her delicate face showing a touch of adorable baby fat.

A faint smile played on his lips as he gazed at himself with amusement.

so close!

If Chloe had made the video call even a minute earlier, she would definitely have run into Sister Ma.

"Where are the Spanish beauties? I do have the most beautiful German girl in the world to keep me company."

"Hehehe."

German beauty?

Chloe, the silly girl, was nervous for half a second at first.

Then I realized it was myself.

She lowered her head and became shy again.

The swinging of her toes also increased.

"Oh! You're so sweet."

Although Lu Xiao is usually a straight guy who hates playing football, Chloe really can't resist his occasional sweet words.

On the way back to the hotel,

The two kept their video chat on, talking about what they had eaten, the night view of Seville, and the match they had just played.

The 5-minute journey seemed exceptionally short.

Lu Xiao swiped his room card to enter.

Both of them were reluctant to end it.

Lu Xiao simply took his phone, went to the balcony, sat down, and continued video chatting with Chloe.

"Lu, who is that? Is she your girlfriend?"

Griezmann, who was in the same room, was still awake.

Seeing this, I couldn't resist coming closer to take a look.

"Go to sleep!"

Lu Xiao quickly moved the phone away.

Griezmann is shirtless.

The girl must not see this.

Lu Xiao's first reaction

The only shirtless woman she could see was herself!

"Hehehe..."

The girl remained silent, only giggling foolishly.

She heard Griezmann's question, which was easy to understand in simple Spanish.

Lu Xiao didn't explain just now.

Does this mean he tacitly acknowledges the relationship between the two?

Thinking about this, Chloe felt a surge of emotion.

What to do?

I really want to see him!

……

We defeated Real Betis and returned from our away game in Seville.

The fifth round of the Champions League group stage is about to begin.

Atletico Madrid vs Astana

Astana have lost all four of their matches and are currently at the bottom of their group with zero points.

This is a fringe team from Kazakhstan.

The purpose of coming to the Champions League is not to win.

It's purely for the ticket revenue and the split with GG.

After all, for clubs that are not in the top five leagues and are just there to compete,

It's impossible to advance from the group stage.

He's guaranteed at least 6 appearances in 6 matches.

A few million euros that big clubs might not even consider is an astronomical sum for smaller clubs, enough to sustain their finances for several years.

Coming here is a win-win situation.

Not to mention, when facing world-class powerhouse teams like Real Madrid, Barcelona, ​​Bayern Munich, and Manchester United,

If we can play away in Kazakhstan,

Welcoming such a popular crowd right at our doorstep

Besides the considerable ticket revenue,

It will also boost local tourism, accommodation, and cultural consumption.

So what if you got 0 points in the group stage?

Making money is the real priority.

Therefore, with Atletico Madrid having secured their place in the knockout stage, key players such as Lu Xiao, Griezmann, and Torres were all rotated out.

Lu Xiao was not even included in the roster.

The remaining two Champions League matches should be used to give young players more opportunities to develop.

The other match in Group C is crucial.

Bayer Leverkusen, Benfica

Two strong teams in mid-table European competitions are about to engage in a fierce battle.

Both teams have the same points and record, the only difference being goal difference.

Who will win today?

Whoever finishes second in their group will secure a spot in the knockout stage.

good news,

Bayer Leverkusen have a slight advantage at home today.

Lu Xiao sat in the stands, watching another match on his phone while also keeping an eye on Atletico Madrid's game.

"Keep it up, guys!"

90 minutes later.

"I'm going to the banks of the Manzanares River."

Head to Calderon Stadium.

Thousands of people gathered there.

I'm crazy about football!!!

The skies above Calderon Stadium, now Wanda Metropolitano Stadium

The chants echoed throughout the Atlético Madrid fans.

Atletico Madrid, fielding a full youth academy and reserve squad, won the match 2-0 without any suspense, securing their fifth consecutive victory in the Champions League.

the other side,

Benfica and Bayer Leverkusen battled to a 1-1 draw.

Both sides received a red card.

The scene reached a fever pitch.

Benfica are poised to secure their place in the next round thanks to their superior goal difference and head-to-head record.

Lu Xiao was almost in despair and was about to turn off his phone and go downstairs to celebrate the victory with his Atletico Madrid teammates.

"Stephen Kissling!!!"

"Goooooal——"

The German commentator, Sauer, roared excitedly, which made Lu Xiao pause for a moment.

Keeslin, a former close friend, did it!

He was Bayer Leverkusen's top scorer back then, but then faded into obscurity for many years.

The arrival of Lu Xiao and Firmino further reduced his playing time.

Most players would have completely fallen into obscurity long ago.

Kissling's will was strong enough.

Bayer Leverkusen lost most of their key players, and their performance slipped to 7th in the Bundesliga.

Seeing the club in dire straits,

Kiessling, who was almost exhausted on the field, suddenly remembered someone.

I'm reminded of a guy who never gives up until the very end.

In the final seconds of stoppage time

Goalkeeper Leno launched a long ball into the attacking third.

Kiersling used his last ounce of strength to head the ball.

Despite the defenders' scramble for the ball,

He slid in and shot before falling to the ground, piercing the Benfica goal.

"pretty!!"

Lu Xiao suddenly sat up, raised his arms, and shouted!

We won!

Well done, bro!

If Bayer Leverkusen can qualify, Lu Xiao's guilt will be somewhat relieved.

Otherwise, he really wouldn't have the heart to eliminate his former team in the final match.

The Champions League has concluded its fifth round of matches.

If Atletico Madrid draws or loses to Bayer Leverkusen in the final match...

Benfica can only qualify for the Europa League as the third-placed team in their group.

If Atletico Madrid beats Bayer Leverkusen

Benfica can only defeat Astana by a margin of 4 goals or more.

Bayer Leverkusen has at least an 8% chance of qualifying.

After the match, Lu Xiao also gave a special shout-out to Kieslowski, who scored the goal.

Coaches Sasha and Hyypia sent congratulatory text messages.

Sasha was very concerned about the lineup for the next match and called Lu Xiao immediately after the game.

"Lu, can you tell me if you'll be playing in the last game?"

If Lu Xiao plays, Leverkusen's chances of winning are slim; the outcome is still somewhat uncertain.

"I can't make that decision; it depends on the coaching staff's arrangements."

However, I've heard that they'll most likely still use a rotating lineup.

Atletico Madrid have already secured first place in their group.

The result will have no impact.

Faced with this situation, no team can field its full starting lineup; it would be such a waste!

And this match happened only four days later.

It's "El Clásico 2.0"!

Atletico Madrid vs. Barcelona!

It's obvious even to a fool.

The team definitely needs to conserve its energy and go all out to fight Barcelona.

This is good news for Leverkusen, but bad news for Benfica.

"Great! Anyway, let's meet up in Madrid and have a chat."

"No problem, but don't underestimate our reserve squad. If we lose, I won't have any sympathy for Leverkusen."

"You little brat!"

Sasha laughed and cursed.

We chatted briefly about our recent situations and then hung up.

Sasha's smile vanished quickly, and she let out a long sigh.

If only Lu Xiao were here.

Why did Leverkusen have to make things like this?