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

"CCTV! CCTV!"

"Welcome to the second half of the Round of 16 match between Belgium and Japan in the 21st FIFA World Cup."

"The first half ended in a goalless draw, with the score remaining 0-0."

"At the start of the second half, the Japanese team took advantage of Belgium's relaxation and launched a quick counter-attack."

Vertonghen made a mistake, letting the ball pass him by.

Midfielder Genki Haraguchi, number 8, received the ball inside the penalty area and scored with a low shot.

"Japan leads 1-0, let's see if Belgium can pull this back..."

"Lu Xiao, the strongest core player of the Belgian team, the brain and flag bearer of the team, is temporarily sitting on the bench."

"Lu Xiao suffered a right ankle injury from a tackle by Stones during the group stage match against England and will need some time to recover."

Belgium coach Wilmots did not reveal when Lu Xiao would recover from his injury, but as long as Lu Xiao is on the court...

Belgium still has a chance to advance!

On CCTV5, He Wei's voice sounded somewhat anxious.

2018 Russia World Cup,

The world's largest football event, held every four years.

Whether they watch football or not, almost everyone came to watch the game.

Leaving aside late-night food stalls, bars, and barbecue stands, even KTVs and movie theaters are filled with people watching sports.

Especially this match between Belgium and Japan,

That's the life of the neighbors next door!

In the final round of World Cup qualifiers, the Chinese team failed to even face Japan and was eliminated, missing out on the World Cup.

All the revenge can only be taken by Lu Xiao.

Unfortunately, Lu Xiao never got to play.

Chinese fans could only watch helplessly as Xiao Rizi swaggered around on the field.

Lu Xiao is the only Chinese player on the World Cup stage.

When the national football team fails to appear

Lu Xiao is everyone's only hope.

Therefore,

In the match between Belgium and Japan,

Lu Xiao did not start.

The streets across the country are still deserted!

Everyone was glued to the television, the whole family watching the game together.

The last time such a scene occurred,

It was Liu Xiang's competition at the 2004 Athens Olympics.

"Let's watch Japan's attack!"

"Okay, head the ball back... Shinji Kagawa!"

"Another long-range shot from outside the penalty area... Oh my god! This ball!"

"52nd minute! Takashi Inui's goal in the 52nd minute gives Japan a 2-0 lead!"

"Belgium's defense was too lax. When Takashi Inui took the shot, no one came forward to interfere."

Let Takashi Inui take that long-range shot comfortably!

"Belgium faces a desperate situation in their first knockout match of the World Cup!"

"You can tell that Wilmots is also very anxious, his brow is furrowed."

The camera frequently focused on Lu Xiao on the bench...

He Wei knew, the director knew, the reporters knew, both coaches knew... even fans who rarely watch games knew.

If you want to win, bring on Lu Xiao!

The only player in history to lead his team to four Premier League titles – a true legend!

The miracle doctor who cured Arsenal's long-standing problems!

The number one person standing proudly at the top of the world!

Two Champions League finals with four goals each, God who has created countless miracles!

Facing a 0-2 deficit and a constantly shifting passive situation,

Only Lu Xiao can turn the tide!

Sure enough, head coach Wilmots wasn't an idiot.

He looked at the 21-year-old boy on the bench, who had just celebrated his birthday and was still the youngest player on the field.

But who would have thought that he was already world-renowned and one of the top masters in the football world?

Wilmots still can't forget it.

When Lu Xiao joined the national team at the age of 16, her eyes were clear and full of fighting spirit.

Exactly the same as now!

Five years have passed, and Lu Xiao is still the same Lu Xiao.

It's just stronger!

Terrifyingly strong!

"Lu, is everything alright?"

"no problem."

Lu Xiao smiled and nodded, then stood up to change her clothes.

The injury he sustained a week ago has indeed caused Lu Xiao a lot of trouble.

Stones suddenly made a sliding tackle.

Lu Xiao was preparing to pass the ball when he didn't have time to avoid the danger. He twisted his ankle slightly as he landed after jumping.

It's not a big problem, but it will be difficult to recover in a short time.

The substitute paper dolls were used up during the Champions League.

The World Cup was right around the corner, and Lu Xiao didn't have time to draw cards to replenish his supplies.

Fortunately, in his backpack, Lu Xiao saw many miscellaneous items he had drawn from the [Silver Coin Wish] event.

Lu Xiao usually doesn't need these props, and during special times he can't care about that too much.

Our opponent is the Japanese team!

Lu Xiao's great axe had been itching for a long time!

"This is it!"

Lu Xiao spotted something amazing!

[Common liniment for sprains and bruises]

(To some extent, it accelerates injury recovery)

After using the item, Lu Xiao indeed quickly returned to combat readiness within a week.

Just to be on the safe side, the coaching staff didn't start him today.

Now we have no choice but to step forward and play the role of savior.

"Once you're up there, just kick using the method you're familiar with; we've already practiced the specifics."

Wilmots did not elaborate on more complex tactical plans.

For other players, I'd love to break them down and explain them in detail.

But facing Lu Xiao

This is like telling a top math Olympiad student that 2+3=5; it's pure insult.

Lu Xiao possesses a natural tactical mind.

He's the coach on the field!

Belgium's tactics are also very simple, just like Arsenal's!

Solid defense + quick counter-attacks

Quick ground passing and cutting combinations to the frontcourt.

Then hand that damn ball to Lu Xiao; he knows what to do.

As Lu Xiao stood on the sidelines, ready to come on as a substitute...

The entire Rostov stadium erupted in applause!

Neutral fans, Belgian fans, Chinese fans... everyone stood up and applauded!

Even many of the fans present applauded Lu Xiao.

Their tendency to admire strength led them to almost worship Lu Xiao.

A 21-year-old who has earned the respect of the world,

He is the brightest light on the football field!

"Buddy! It's up to you."

Panting heavily, player number 14, Mertens, couldn't keep going and quickly ran off the field to hand over the baton to Lu Xiao.

If someone else were to replace him, Mertens might be unhappy.

But this person is Lu Xiao.

Mertens couldn't wait for Lu Xiao to finish the fight.

"Okay, leave it to me."

Lu Xiao nodded and quickly ran to the court, which triggered another roar from the crowd.

When he came over to De Bruyne and Hazard to give them tactical instructions,

Hazard couldn't help but joke:

"Hey, our rock star is here."

"A rock star? That's nowhere near as good as Lu."

De Bruyne added casually.

"Stop joking, gentlemen, let's think about how to tie the score."

The group gathered together, chattering amongst themselves, and briefly explained the tactical coordination points before preparing to kick off.

The match has been going on for 55 minutes.

With a 2-0 lead, the Japanese team continued their momentum, employing a possession-based tactic and launching a sustained attack outside the Belgian penalty area.

Belgium can only retreat to a defensive posture and wait for an opportunity.

"Japan's ball control rhythm..."

"The current Japanese team is in a league of its own in Asia, with most of its players playing in European leagues."

Among them are key players from top European league teams such as Shinji Kagawa, Shinji Okazaki, and Makoto Hasebe…”

He Wei brought up a topic that left fans feeling helpless.

It seems the gap between our football level and that of our neighbors is widening.

Until several years later,

When the U23 team defeated strong opponents and advanced to the finals in several tough matches, it ignited the enthusiasm of the whole country.

A predictable 0-4 defeat was another blow to the fans.

Everyone then realized that the Japanese team had fielded only U21 players.

The players who are actually the main starters for the U23 team are in foreign leagues and haven't come back yet.

The explosion of talent has resulted in them having too many players; without a background with a top European team, it's difficult to even make it into the national team.

On the other hand...

We've always had those names.

The gap is an objective fact.

Fortunately, Lu Xiao has already altered the timeline.

The plan he entrusted to Harry Kane is most likely currently being implemented.

It's only 2018, it's not too late.

Eight years from now, 2026 might be more hopeful than that timeline.

Of course, that's the battle for the children of the future.

"I need to focus on my own fight!"

"Come on! Let's enjoy this simple life!"

Lu Xiao's eyes lit up as he looked at the goalkeeper Kawashima Eiji from afar, giving him goosebumps.

"This is outrageous! What kind of oppressive force is this?"

Eiji Kawashima started to get nervous!

After Lu Xiao came on, the entire Belgian team's morale underwent a qualitative change!

Suddenly everyone knew how to play football!

"Japan is still besieging... Alright!!! Witsel intercepts the ball!! Pass it to Hazard in the attacking third!!"

"Hazard tries to dribble past his opponent... no, a through ball to the right with the outside of his foot!! To De Bruyne!!"

"A series of consecutive one-touch passes!! Beautiful!!!"

"De Bruyne and Lu Xiao, the perfect chemistry between the Belgian duo!"

"Two players broke through the Japanese team's high press!!"

"De Bruyne moves to the right and chips a pass into the flank!!"

"Lukaku's positioning... Lu Xiao!!!"

"A high-flying shot!!!"

When Lu Xiao made a run from deep, he received a lob pass from De Bruyne on the right side of the penalty area.

The moment he flicked the ball with his toe, turned, and volleyed it into the goal.

He Wei has already stood up!

"Goal!!! Lu Xiao just came on less than 3 minutes ago, in the 56th minute of the match!"

"Belgium has pulled one back!"

"The counterattack has begun!"