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

"Holy shit! They're all acquaintances."

2016, April 7.

Bordeaux, France, Bordeaux Stadium.

The scorching sun made it quite hot. Stepping onto the home ground of Bordeaux in Ligue 1, Lu Xiao was preparing to feel the texture of the grass and get used to the field.

De Bruyne's remark next to him interrupted his thoughts.

Turning my head, I realized it was a gathering of acquaintances.

The German team was also adapting to the field on the other half.

The flags of Germany and Belgium are quite similar. Furthermore, Belgium has a large German-speaking population and relatively similar cultures, so both teams likely had some friends or acquaintances.

When others went to catch up with old friends...

Thomas Muller walked straight toward Lu Xiao with a grin.

Joshua Kimmich and Rüdiger followed behind him.

Müller and I have been good friends since our time at Bayern Munich.

Kimmich and Rüdiger were teammates at Bayer Leverkusen, although they only played together for one season.

At least that season was a dream come true for Leverkusen.

A Bundesliga double champion, plus a Champions League runner-up finish.

The group of people chatted happily about the past.

"Wow, Lue, you're a superstar now!"

Thomas Muller and Lu Xiao hadn't seen each other for a long time, but they remained as friendly as ever. Muller lightly punched Lu Xiao on the shoulder and they chatted happily.

"Erwa" has a very likable personality, and everyone who comes into contact with him likes him very much.

Don't give me that.

"I mean it! Greetings, Your Majesty."

Lu Xiao's nickname "King Lu," earned at Leverkusen and Atletico Madrid, has spread throughout Germany, and Thomas deliberately made a gesture of worship.

"You bastard!"

Lu Xiao laughed and punched him back.

However, Thomas Muller was not joking; he genuinely acknowledged and was amazed by Lu Xiao's rapid progress!

In just 3 years, he went from an unknown youth academy player to an absolute superstar who surpasses Messi and Ronaldo!

In the past, Thomas Müller would never have believed it.

Football really depends on talent.

The apex of the pyramid and the middle of the pyramid are separated by a vast chasm.

Most star players can never reach the heights of Messi and Ronaldo in their lifetime.

Lu Xiao achieved it with ease.

Only insiders know how eccentric he is, and his private efforts are truly admirable.

Thomas Muller suddenly had a feeling,

The absurdity of seeing your neighbor's kid after three years suddenly become the world's richest person from scratch.

"How are you all doing?"

Lu Xiao quickly changed the subject, looking at Kimmich and Rüdiger.

Kimmich joined Bayern Munich.

Rudiger went to Chelsea.

We all have a bright future.

"Not bad. To be honest, I really miss the days at Leverkusen."

Unlike Thomas Müller,

Kimmich inevitably felt a sense of distance when he saw Lu Xiao.

Kimmich initially thought Lu Xiao was on the same level as him and that with some effort he could surpass Lu Xiao.

did not expect……

They are now European treble winners.

A superstar who scored four goals in the Champions League final to achieve a miraculous comeback from a desperate situation, a red-hot figure!

Kimmich himself is just a rising star in the Bundesliga.

The two were practically from different social classes.

Lu Xiao himself didn't care about this, but Kimmich couldn't ignore the gap.

In comparison, Rüdiger's performance was more natural.

The big black man doesn't care about this or that.

Brothers for one season, they'll always be good brothers.

"To be honest, I've been wrecked by Kevin in the Premier League so many times, it's driving me crazy."

"You're too weak, you need to practice more."

De Bruyne said calmly.

"hateful!"

Rüdiger's embarrassed expression made everyone present burst into laughter.

Unfortunately,

Germany is, after all, tomorrow's arch-rival.

Both sides will have to fight tooth and nail to secure a spot in the European Championship semi-finals.

If we meet again tomorrow, it will be on the battlefield!

It's not advisable to reminisce for too long now.

They agreed to have a drink together after the European Cup before going their separate ways back to their teams.

"Speaking of which, I really miss last season."

De Bruyne was inexplicably moved.

"Last season was really exciting."

Before Bayer Leverkusen's rise, everyone was a benchwarmer unwanted by their respective clubs.

Fighting for a season,

Everyone's net worth skyrocketed, and each became a pillar of the team.

Those days of hard work are indeed easy to reminisce about.

"So Kevin, we can't hold back tomorrow, we have to take them down."

"certainly!"

De Bruyne clenched his fist.

"The greatest respect you can show to your brothers is to defeat them with all your might."

……

Compared to club matches,

Lu Xiao felt that the European Championship schedule was really tight!

Less than five days have passed since the victory over Spain.

Another tough battle against Germany is on the horizon!

One match after another,

The physical demands can be temporarily ignored; the focus is now on testing the players' willpower!

Bordeaux Arena

I just caught up with Thomas Muller and others yesterday.

Standing in the players' tunnel today, we are already enemies.

Both sides were in perfect harmony, keeping their eyes fixed straight ahead, creating a tense atmosphere.

"Keep it up, brothers!"

Kompany took some time to cheer everyone on. Although his injury wasn't serious, he needed time to recover and will basically have to say goodbye to the 2016 European Championship.

He could only place his hopes on his brothers, especially Lu Xiao.

"Lu, it's all up to you."

"Don't worry, Captain."

Kompany nodded, said nothing more, and turned to leave the players' tunnel.

The moment both sides stepped onto the field,

Lu Xiao once again felt the fervor of the Porto Stadium fans.

"Lu Shaw—"

"Aaaaaaah! Lu Shen! Go Lu Shen!"

"God Lu—"

Besides Spanish fans, German fans, and casual French fans,

Many compatriots with black hair and yellow skin came to the scene!

Everyone waved the five-star red flag and shouted to Lu Xiao.

"this……"

Lu Xiao could tell that these lovely fans were not European students or business people.

Many others traveled from China to France specifically to support him.

"Thank you! Thank you everyone!"

Lu Xiao waved to the crowd, sparking another round of celebration.

Even commentator Liu Jiayuan couldn't help but sigh:

"This is Lu Xiao's popularity! He truly deserves to be called a top superstar in football!"

Not only does he have looks surpassing Beckham, but he also surpasses Messi and Ronaldo in skill.

The popularity is bound to explode!

……

Beep!

Game start!

Germany won the right to kick off and launched the first attack against Belgium.

Belgium was very cautious, deliberately waving their 4-2-3-1 formation to indicate a defensive counter-attacking posture.

Around 2016, the most popular style in football was a combination of tight defense and fast counter-attacks.

Real Madrid in the original timeline and Atletico Madrid, the treble winners in the current timeline, have both proven the value of this system.

Belgium is no exception.

The combination of Lu Xiao, Hazard, and De Bruyne is perfect for counter-attacking.

In contrast, the German team,

They played like Spain in previous years, passing the ball around in the attacking third.

As Lu Xiao continued kicking, he realized something was wrong.

"Why aren't they attacking?"

"That's right."

Lukaku also realized the problem.

The German team played so cowardly!

Is this the same invincible German machine that won the World Cup two years ago?

"Who cares!"

Lu Xiao raised the corners of his mouth, revealing a ruthless smile.

"Since that's the case, if they won't attack, we will!"

Let today mark the turning point for the German team, marking the transition from their peak to their decline!

Excuse me, German tanks.

I, Lu Xiao, will send you on your way!