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

Chapter 513 The Ultimate Showdown Between the Premier League Leaders and the Bundesliga Leaders

"CCTV! CCTV!"

"Viewers, you are now watching the first leg of the 2017-18 UEFA Champions League Round of 16!"

He Wei was almost in tears.

Since Lu Xiao is not playing in the Bundesliga or La Liga, he can only commentate on Champions League matches.

We've been waiting from the group stage until now, and finally the Champions League is here!

After the Champions League draw results were announced

He Wei specifically communicated with the station's leaders in advance.

We must entrust Lu Shen's match to ourselves.

Other commentators, such as Liu Jiayuan, Hong Gang, and Zhu Xiaoyu, also knew that He Ge's seniority was undeniable, and they wouldn't compete with him for the position.

So He Wei got his wish and got to play Lu Shen's match.

The match started promptly at 3:45 a.m. local time.

Domestic fans have basically set their alarms in advance.

Or simply stay up all night.

The game has finally started!

Finally, He Wei's voice came on the TV!

"The team in red is the home team, Bayern Munich, attacking from left to right. The team in dark away kits is currently Premier League leaders Arsenal, attacking from right to left!"

"This is a top-of-the-table clash between the Premier League and the Bundesliga! It represents the highest level of play in both leagues!"

"Arsenal used to face Bayern Munich many times in the Champions League."

There are often popular internet slang terms used to tease the two teams.

Three years at Barcelona, ​​five years at Bayern Munich.

Bayern Munich once maintained a 100% win rate against Arsenal, making them a team that Arsenal found difficult to defeat.

"Let's see if Arsenal can avenge their loss to Bayern Munich this season, with the addition of Lu Xiao, arguably the world's best player!"

He Wei noticed that Bayern initially controlled the ball, but their pace was a bit slow.

This is a good opportunity to read out the starting lineups for both sides.

"After Heynckes took charge of Bayern for the fourth time, he temporarily continued to use Ancelotti's passing and possession tactics."

Today we're using a 4-2-3-1 formation!

Goalkeeper Ulreich;

The four defenders are arranged from right to left: Kimmich, Hummels, Süle, and Alaba.

In midfield, Vidal and Rudy formed a double pivot.

Right winger Coman, attacking midfielder James Rodriguez, left winger Ribery!

Lewandowski to play as the lone striker!

The substitutes also include Javi Martinez, Thiago, Tolisso...

Robben is temporarily sidelined due to injury.

"Looking at the away team Arsenal, they still use the 4-2-3-1 formation, which has a high recent winning rate."

Goalkeeper Cech is on the bench for now, while Ospina starts!

Right-back Bellerin, center-back pairing Mertesacker and Mustafi, left-back Kolasinac;

The defensive midfield pairings are Xhaka and Ramsey;

Mkhitaryan on the right, Lu Xiao in attacking midfield (number 10), and Sanchez on the left wing;

Giroud is at the very front...

Bayern started the game at a very slow pace, not managing their first shot until the 6th minute.

Commentator Xu Yang gave a brief analysis of both sides' tactics.

Bayern Munich knows that Arsenal prefers a fast-paced attacking style.

They also knew Arsenal were good at counter-attacks, so they hoped to slow down the game and make it difficult for Arsenal to find counter-attacking opportunities.

Arsenal didn't rush into a high press after a series of passing combinations in their own half.

Both legs of the Champions League knockout stage are crucial.

Being cautious is understandable.

Both teams are among the strongest in the Premier League and the Bundesliga, making this a clash of titans.

Among masters, a slight mistake can determine life or death.

It may seem calm on the surface, but there are undercurrents of tension beneath!

James Rodriguez is controlling the ball on the field, and he looks to be in good form.

"James Rodriguez!! Beautiful pass, to the left!"

"James Rodriguez, whom everyone is familiar with, had an unpleasant period at Real Madrid after shining in the 2014 World Cup."

After several setbacks, James Rodriguez has found new life in the Bundesliga this season.

He seems to have rediscovered himself from 2014!

He has already recorded 15 assists in the Bundesliga this season, leading the assist charts. He is crucial to Bayern Munich's squad and enjoys the deep trust of Jupp Heynckes.

James Rodriguez's performance certainly put a lot of pressure on Arsenal's defense.

The technically gifted attacking midfielder frequently orchestrates attacks using his footwork and vision.

Finally, James Rodriguez found a golden opportunity when Ribery passed him the ball.

He decisively chipped a pass with his left foot!

"James Rodriguez!! The ball is in the penalty area!!"

"Lewandowski's long-range attack at the far post!!"

"Ouch!! That was a dangerous shot! The ball grazed the post and went out of play! It was so close to scoring!!"

He Wei couldn't help but wipe away a bead of cold sweat.

Not to mention Arsenal fans, who almost had a heart attack.

Arsenal quickly took the goal kick, and Bayern Munich executed a good high press.

After a fierce battle, possession returned to Bayern Munich, who then slowly began to organize their attack again.

Bayern's slow and leisurely attack infuriated the hot-tempered Sanchez, who rushed forward alone to press the ball.

The worst thing you can do when trying to steal the ball is to act alone; there are specific requirements for the positioning of each player on the defensive team.

If the formation is torn apart, it can easily give the attacking side a breakthrough.

Clearly, Sanchez forgot this point after getting carried away!

"Don't show off in front of me!!!"

Bayern passed the ball around in succession, and Sanchez rushed up to try and entangle Vidal, but was easily shaken off.

"Alex!! You son of a bitch!!!"

Holy crap?!

Lu Xiao was completely overwhelmed, and his teammates couldn't stop him.

Bayern's pass has already reached behind Sanchez.

The pace suddenly quickened!

"James Rodriguez!! Pass to Koeman, one-two pass!! Koeman's breakthrough!!"

"Oh no!! The defensive formation is in disarray!! Arsenal's left flank is wide open!"

Coach Xu Yang saw the problem, but his anxiety was useless.

Koeman has delivered a cross!

Although Mertesacker cleared the ball from its initial bounce, it flew to the left side of the field!

Ribery got the ball!!

"Ribery!! Charging into the penalty area!! He's beaten Bellerin!"

"Lewandowski!!!"

When He Wei saw the super striker Lewandowski receive the ball at the far post, his heart was in his throat!

Mustafi tried desperately to block, but he didn't expect Lewandowski to anticipate his move.

He faked a shot to fool Mustafi, then cut back before shooting with his left foot!

Substitute goalkeeper David Ospina had no time to react!

"Lewandowski!!!!"

"Goal!!"

"12th minute of the first half, Bayern Munich 1-0 Arsenal! They take the lead!!!"

Watching Lewandowski celebrate with his teammates,

Sanchez, the culprit who triggered the chain reaction, also realized his mistake.

He felt a little embarrassed in front of Lu Xiao.

"Sorry, Lu, it was my problem."

"Stop!"

"I know I shouldn't..."

"What I mean is, stop talking and listen to me!!"

Lu Xiao interrupted Sanchez. He didn't complain; now was not the time to pressure his teammates.

Now we need to think about how to quickly tie the score.

Otherwise, if Bayern Munich were allowed to control the ball, Arsenal's morale would continue to decline.

"Their right-back is making very aggressive runs forward; I think we can take advantage of that."

"How so?"

Sanchez's eyes lit up, and he quickly got excited.

"So it is, so it is."

Lu Xiao gave Sanchez a brief explanation.

……

"Arsenal didn't really have a solution; Bayern's attack was very effective."

They capitalized on Arsenal's defensive lapse and finished the game.

The game then fell into Bayern's rhythm.

Heynckes' team won't let their opponents overtake them easily.

He Wei felt helpless.

Bayern will dominate the rest of the match, Arsenal won't even get a touch of the ball.

Just like other teams playing against Barcelona.

However, just as the director was repeatedly replaying Bayern's brilliant goal in slow motion...

The scene abruptly switched back to the stadium!

When the game resumed, everyone saw that Arsenal were already on the attack!

What's going on?

He Wei was taken aback.

However, his professionalism allowed him to react quickly and provide explanations immediately.

"Arsenal's attack!! The counter-attack is very fast; it seems they intercepted the ball in midfield and launched the attack immediately!"

"Lu Xiao, Sanchez, Lu Xiao's wall pass!!"

"Lu Xiao!! A lobbed pass to the left!! Sanchez dashes diagonally into the penalty area!!"

"The inverted triangle shape is being passed back!!"

Joshua Kimmich is still too young.

His desire to push forward and attack was evident.

Lu Xiao easily manipulated him.

After all, the two were teammates at Bayer Leverkusen.

I really know this kid.

"Excuse me, Joshua."

Lu Xiao's lobbed pass was too lethal, causing Bayern's defense to fall into complete disarray.

When Sanchez passed the ball back in a triangular pass...

Lu Xiao had already struck a pose.

He feigned a volley with his left foot, then cut inside with his right foot to dodge Jule's sliding tackle.

Then suddenly it exploded!

"Lu Xiao!!! Such an imaginative approach!!!"

Bayern goalkeeper Ulreich tried his best to save the ball, but Lu Xiao's ball was faster than he expected!

"A world-class goal!!! Lu Xiao sealed the victory!!!"

Arsenal conceded a goal less than a minute ago.

Thanks to Lu Xiao's outstanding performance, they successfully equalized the score and secured an away goal!

"Sure enough, Arsenal always manages to produce miracles whenever Lu Xiao is on the team!!"

Coach Xu Yang is really into it!

The fans were thrilled!

As expected of God Lu!

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