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

Premier League Round 25, Liverpool vs Manchester City

Before the match, Guardiola was full of confidence.

You could tell he was smiling very happily.

"Arsenal's loss yesterday is good news for us, because if we beat Liverpool, we can reclaim the top spot!"

"Once we get on the pitch, we won't give Arsenal any chance."

Guardiola's statement is spot on.

Manchester City's sole focus is on winning the Premier League title.

What Champions League, FA Cup, League Cup,

You don't need any of that!

We want the league championship!

If forced to choose, Guardiola would rather field a reserve team in the League Cup final than field his full starting lineup in every league match.

Therefore, Manchester City trained extensively for the crucial match against Liverpool, specifically focusing on how to use ball control to circumvent Klopp's favored high-pressing tactics.

How to limit Salah, how to deal with Mane and Firmino...

In short, Arsenal's loss is a golden opportunity for Manchester City!

Today, despite Manchester City playing away and Liverpool playing at home.

Liverpool's odds are only 3.45, while Manchester City's odds are as high as 1.76!

The reversal of the Heavenly Gang is considered to be true.

Premier League Preview and Prediction: Manchester City to reclaim the Premier League title

Premier League title odds updated: Manchester City surpasses Arsenal to take the lead.

Lineker: Arsenal can't win the title, Manchester City will take it.

It seems that all of England has high hopes for Manchester City.

It seems Manchester City already has the trophy in their grasp.

This is very confusing.

"Lu, stop reading, that's just how the English media is."

"Yeah, Fleet Street is full of beach bums."

Ramsey and Cech, two people familiar with the English media, offered their comments with a touch of nonchalance.

They were already used to these opportunistic media people.

There's a saying that England's inability to win major tournaments for decades is all because of these media outlets.

They are all players with average talent and average ability.

He was touted as a superstar by the English media.

Each and every one of them is a product of god-making.

It seems like every year the England team is a "Galacticos," the strongest generation, and a top favorite to win the title.

In reality, England struggles even against second-tier European teams.

When these players perform poorly, the media will do everything they can to kick them while they're down.

The same way that you create a god can destroy a god.

Players like Dele Alli and Jesse Lingard, whose careers were short-lived, are prime examples.

Saka was unlucky enough to run into the line of fire.

"Stop thinking about it, Bukayo, just focus on training. We all know how good you are."

"Thank you, Lu. This is very important to me."

A simple smile appeared on Saka's dark face.

Even if the whole world criticizes me, it's enough as long as my idol Lu Xiao believes in me.

It seems that Lu Xiao is Saka's older brother.

In reality, Lu Xiao, born in 97, and Saka, born in 2001, are not much different in age and can be considered peers.

Arsenal's training session didn't last long today because of Manchester City's match.

When the Manchester City vs. Liverpool match begins,

A group of people simply sat in the conference room to watch the game.

Wenger and other coaching staff members watched very attentively, with some even taking notes on tablets.

Before the match, Sky Sports, perhaps for the sake of creating a good show, aired a clip of their interview with Lu Xiao from the previous night.

"Lu, what are your thoughts on Arsenal's loss? Will there be pressure with Liverpool playing Manchester City tomorrow? If Manchester City becomes the top team, can Arsenal catch up?"

Lu Xiao's smile in the camera remained calm and composed.

"Wait, let's put aside the question of whether Arsenal can catch up with the top of the table for now."

Have you all overlooked Liverpool?

They are very strong too. Salah is second in the Premier League top scorer list, which is already very impressive.

I believe he can cause Manchester City trouble tomorrow.

I'm sorry, my friend De Bruyne is at Manchester City.

They may be disappointed; the quest for the top spot isn't today.

Lu Xiao's remarks also drew criticism from many Manchester City fans.

"On what grounds does he say that?"

"Liverpool is nothing special; Manchester City can easily beat them 3-0."

"Lu is already scared."

"Come on, City! We are the champions!"

Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany even publicly retorted to his national team teammate Lu Xiao:

"Lu, I admire his skills, but I don't agree with his prediction. Manchester City will definitely crush Liverpool and return to the top of the table."

Sorry Lu, your top spot is now ours.

Kompany smiled broadly during the interview.

It's clear that everyone at Manchester City is confident.

However, 90 minutes later...

"Salah!! He deserves to be Man of the Match!! He tore apart Manchester City's defense!!"

Liverpool pulled off a minor upset!

"4-3!! Liverpool defend Anfield!"

Manchester City's dream of being top of the table is shattered; they remain in second place!

"Arsenal just lost, but they're still number one in the Premier League!"

Klopp's "farmer's three punches" at Anfield became a classic moment, and Liverpool performed the "Anfield Miracle".

The once-invincible Manchester City fell when they needed a win the most.

"OHHHHHH!!!"

In the meeting room, the entire Arsenal team celebrated wildly, excited for the first time for another team to win.

Giroud was very curious, but Lu Xiao next to him remained calm throughout, not even when Manchester City was in the lead.

"Lu, reveal a secret: do you really know Eastern mystical witchcraft?"

"Yes, I've cast a spell on you. You'll become Superman in your next match."

"Really? That's great, thank you, Lu!"

Giroud smiled broadly.

This completely baffled Lu Xiao.

It was obviously a joke, bro, why did you take it seriously?

The idea that Lu Xiao knew Eastern witchcraft was already a stereotype, but now it's completely inexplicable.

Well, it's good that Manchester City didn't win.

Lu Xiao appeared calm on the surface, but was actually quite nervous.

If my presence causes a butterfly effect, it would be disastrous if Manchester City beat Liverpool.

Fortunately, everything went as predicted.

Arsenal's loss in the last round went unpunished.

Although Wenger was also happy, he had to maintain a serious expression when facing the players.

"What are you all laughing about? You lost the game yesterday, and you're still laughing?"

"This is just a lesson. If there's a next time, will Manchester City give them another chance?"

Think about it carefully.

After being reprimanded by Wenger, the Arsenal players dared not laugh anymore.

Zaka couldn't help but stick out his tongue; he had been laughing the most just now.

……

In the 26th round of the Premier League, Arsenal defeated Everton 5-1 at home.

The team's 1-3 loss to Swansea in the previous round has prompted them to reflect deeply on their defeat.

With key players on the field and Lu Xiao personally anchoring the midfield,

Arsenal won without any doubt.

Everton were unable to withstand the relentless attacks from Lu Xiao, Sanchez, and Mkhitaryan.

Özil had a minor injury, so Wenger simply brought on Mkhitaryan to allow him to continue adapting to the game.

Wenger was initially very worried about Mkhitaryan's form, fearing that the previous round's defeat would be a blow to him.

To everyone's surprise, Mkhitaryan performed exceptionally well.

She and Lu Xiao worked together skillfully.

Multiple consecutive passes in the attacking third tore open a gap in Everton's defense.

He assisted Lu Xiao in scoring two goals, while also completing a perfect performance with two assists and one goal.

The match is over!

Lu Xiao and Mkhitaryan both delivered perfect performances.

The new teammates are working together so smoothly!

While Lu Xiao scored his 42nd Premier League goal, Mkhitaryan also scored his first Premier League goal!

Arsenal still lead the league table by 3 points!

When Arsenal players celebrated their 5-1 home victory over Liverpool

Wenger, however, was having a bit of a headache.

He looked at the upcoming schedule.

On February 10th, in the 27th round of the Premier League, they will visit White Hart Lane.

Tottenham Hotspur vs Arsenal!

On February 14th, the first round of the Champions League Round of 16 will be played away at the Allianz Stadium.

Bayern Munich vs Arsenal!

Two tough battles in a row, just four days apart!