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

"Huh? We're first in our group?"

After the draw against Ireland, Lu Xiao was also stunned.

Belgium's luck in finishing first in their group is just too good.

Back in the locker room, just as the players were about to put on some music to celebrate, Lukaku started leading his teammates in a wild dance.

Head coach Wilmots walked in and turned off the stereo.

Only then did everyone realize that something was wrong.

"Do you think you played very well today?"

Wilmots is usually very good-tempered, but when he does lose his temper, the whole team falls silent.

"If it weren't for Lu's free kick, you might have been eliminated!"

"Anyone who doesn't want to play can go home now! I won't stop you, go on!"

Wilmots pointed angrily at the door.

The Belgian players looked at each other, none of them daring to leave.

After a brief standoff, Wilmots, seeing that everyone was taking things seriously, finally nodded in satisfaction.

However, his expression remained tense.

"Since none of you want to leave and all want to stay and compete, I want to see your attitude."

"You guys were lucky to win the group despite playing like this, but it's the most embarrassing group win of the entire tournament."

"Your reward will be your next opponent, Spain."

With all matches now over, the Belgian players finally realized the seriousness of the problem.

Spain.

In the locker room, Lukaku gave an awkward smile and muttered something under his breath:

"Oh, we are so fucked!"

We're doomed.

……

Hey, Kirk.

"What's wrong?"

"You know Lu best, do you know where his weaknesses are?"

Spanish training base

As soon as training ended, Kirk was surrounded by his teammates.

Real Madrid's Isco, Chelsea's Fabregas, Pedro, Azpilicueta, and others all gathered around.

Due to Atletico Madrid's outstanding performance in winning the treble,

Koke, who has recovered from injury, and Saul have both been selected for Spain's squad for this European Championship.

Koke also got a starting opportunity in the group stage, leading his team to a 3-0 victory over Türkiye.

Kirk was named MVP of the competition for his outstanding performance.

Unfortunately, in the crucial match against Croatia, Spain's veteran coach Vicente del Bosque did not trust Koke, instead opting for a lineup of Busquets, Fabregas, and Iniesta.

Fabregas and Iniesta are both getting old and are finding it difficult to compete against Modric's Croatian team.

Spain was defeated 1-2 by Croatia, losing their top spot in the group and having to face Belgium as the second-place team in the group.

In the aftermath of the match, Spanish media outlets launched a massive campaign of criticism against Vicente del Bosque's tactical decisions.

"Why not Kirk?" became a trending topic on Twitter at the time.

Vicente del Bosque, the legendary coach who led Spain to victory in the 2008 European Championship, the 2010 World Cup, and the 2012 European Championship, is inevitably facing calls for his dismissal.

The matchups for this knockout stage are out.

The Belgian team never expected that...

The Spanish team panicked too!

It's a situation where you feel a bit flustered when you meet someone from either side.

Therefore, a group of people wanted to get first-hand information from Kirk, who had the best relationship with Lu Xiao.

Kirk was bombarded with questions from his teammates, leaving him looking helpless.

Fortunately, my good friend Saul from the club came over and chased those guys away.

"Isco, you met Lukashenko at Real Madrid a long time ago, you should know him very well."

"I'm not a key player, and I have no experience."

"Then go ask Busquets, go ask Iniesta."

"...I wouldn't dare."

Atletico Madrid defeated Barcelona to win the league title and the Copa del Rey.

Isco wouldn't dare to stab someone in the back in front of Iniesta.

Fortunately, Kirk is an honest man.

He thought for a moment and answered seriously.

"Don't try to completely shut down Lu. We'd better start with our offense."

Saying it is the same as not saying it at all.

The Spanish players were still unsure of themselves.

Lu Xiao's phenomenal performance in La Liga last season has instilled fear in all Espanyol fans!

Almost the entire team is somewhat traumatized.

At this moment, head coach Vicente del Bosque came over, chased away everyone else, and kept only defensive midfielder Koke.

"Kirk".

"coach?"

Kirk was unsure what the coach wanted to tell him.

"Next, I hope you can use your experience to limit Lukas."

"Me?"

Kirk pointed to his nose.

"Yes, I believe you can do it."

In fact, Bosque didn't believe it either; he was well aware of Lu Xiao's abilities.

But what can we do?

Busquets has been thoroughly humiliated by Lu Xiao, and he cowers whenever he sees Lu Xiao.

Perhaps only Kirk in the team can contain that Asian guy.

"Okay, I'll give it a try."

This is the first time I've faced Lu Xiao as a starting player.

Kirk also wanted to see just how much he was lacking compared to his good friend from the club.

After the training,

Kirk couldn't resist making the call.

Lu Xiao's voice was as energetic as ever, responding in fluent Spanish.

"Hey bro, what made you decide to make a phone call?"

Lu Xiao was also surprised to receive a call from Kirk.

This taciturn brother rarely contacts others.

"I'll freeze you out in the next knockout round."

Kirk didn't beat around the bush; he went straight for the ball.

Lu Xiao didn't take Kirk's words as a joke; instead, his expression turned serious, and a faint smile appeared on his lips.

"Very good, let's give it our all."

Because I will also fight with all my might!

……

2016 6 Month 26 Day.

Saint-Denis, north of Paris, home of the French national team, Stade Saint-Denis.

The two club teammates I spoke with a few days ago,

They finally met as opponents in the players' tunnel.

Lu Xiao was wearing a red Belgian home jersey, and standing in front of him was Koke, who was wearing a white away jersey.

"brother."

"Hopefully this will be a great match."

"I hope so too."

Lu Xiao and Kirk need no further explanation; until the end of the match, they were opponents!

As a result, the tense atmosphere lasted only a few seconds before it was quickly broken.

Saul leaned over and hugged Lu Xiao and Kirk.

"Brothers! What are you saying?"

"Get out of the way, substitutes have no right to listen to the conversation between the starters."

"hateful!!"

Saul clutched his heart, his face contorted with bitterness.

Lu Xiao's words were so hurtful!

Seeing his embarrassed expression, Lu Xiao barely suppressed a laugh.

They often traded barbs at each other at the club.

It's his own fault for being so disappointing; he's still a substitute player.

The group exchanged a few words briefly and then parted ways.

Before returning to the team, Lu Xiao glanced at the Spanish starting lineup.

The two good brothers, Juanfran and Juanfran, looked at each other from afar and nodded to one another.

As for Busquets, Pique, Ramos, Iniesta, and others, their expressions were rather subtle.

We just met in the Champions League and Copa del Rey finals not long ago.

The psychological trauma Lu Xiao left them with has not yet dissipated.

Who would have thought that this "Eastern devil" would chase them all the way to the European Championship?

If Busquets knew Chinese, he would definitely smack his lips, spit out a curse, and mutter "bad luck" under his breath.

at this point,

These defeated opponents of Lu Xiao had no choice but to bite the bullet and go for it.

The Belgian and Spanish players walked onto the field with trepidation.

Southeast University, thousands of miles away

Many fans have been waiting in front of their TVs for a long time!

He Wei, the familiar commentator, will be providing commentary for this important knockout match!

"Alright, the players from both sides have entered the field! The most exciting match of the Euro 2016 Round of 16 is about to begin!"

Let's first take a look at the starting lineups for both sides!

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

Belgium 4-2-3-1

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Seaman, Alderfleur, Vermaelen, Vertonghen

Fellaini, Witsel, De Bruyne, Lu Xiao, Hazard

Lukaku

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

Spain 4-3-3

David de Gea

Juanfran, Ramos, Pique, Alba

Koke, Busquets, Iniesta

David Silva, Morata, Pedro

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

"Beep!!!"

"CCTV! CCTV!"

"Dear viewers, you are now watching the Round of 16 match of the 15th European Football Championship!"

Lu Xiao's Belgian team is facing off against the defending European Championship champions, Spain!