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

"Next up is a sports news item."

"The results of the World Cup quarterfinals were released early this morning Beijing time."

Title favorites France defeated Uruguay 2-0.

With goals from Varane and Griezmann, France successfully advanced to the semi-finals.

In another key match, Belgium defeated Brazil 3-0, advancing to the semifinals where they will face France.

Chinese player Lu Xiao scored twice in the first half, helping Belgium secure the victory.

With these two goals, he successfully broke Gerd Müller's goal-scoring record.

He equaled the record set by Hungarian player Sándor Kocsis in 1954.

In the second half, Lu Xiao provided an assist, and De Bruyne scored inside the penalty area, bringing the final score to 3-0 and securing their advancement.

The World Cup semi-final match between France and Belgium will be held in the early hours of July 11th, local time.

Our sports channel and general channel will broadcast the match live. Please tune in to CCTV in advance...

Chloe, who is fluent in Mandarin, can now hum a song while cooking and watching the news on TV.

She didn't understand Ukrainian and couldn't understand the gibberish news she heard in the hotel.

Why not just project your phone screen to play Chinese news?

CCTV's clear and resonant broadcasting style made Chloe feel very comfortable.

Moreover, you can always hear them praising Lu Xiao, and they mention Lu Xiao all the time.

That's right, Lu Xiao is their most popular person.

He's also the most popular person in all of Belgium!

Watching Lu Xiao lead the Belgian team to the semi-finals in two consecutive World Cups, and with a chance to reach the final,

The whole of Belgium is in an uproar!

Unfortunately, the German team, which Chloe supported, finished at the bottom of the group and was eliminated.

So now Chloe only has one home team left.

Lu Xiao's team!

……

On the eve of the World Cup semi-final, Lu Xiao had just finished his final relaxation practice.

Relieve leg muscle tension with a massage from a club therapist.

He was lying on the sofa with his eyes closed, resting.

A phone call came in.

"Oh? You dare to call me?"

"Lu, how are you? You seem to be doing quite well lately."

The voice on the other end of the phone sounded familiar.

It is Antoine Griezmann, the former teammate who fought alongside him to win the La Liga treble and is now the core of the French national team's attack.

His voice still sounded apologetic.

After all, he was misled by his agent to switch to Barcelona, ​​which was tantamount to deserting at the last minute.

In the end, it made things awkward for both Atletico Madrid and themselves.

After a lackluster season at Barcelona, ​​he was loaned back to Atletico Madrid.

What's the point?

Assuming they stay at Atletico Madrid and continue battling Lu Xiao,

They might just achieve an unprecedented two-peat of six titles!

pity!

"It's clear that you're in great shape for the competition."

"That's right, I feel like my teammates are all very strong."

Griezmann has great confidence in the French team and is not afraid of Belgium.

Because there's a monster in the French team too.

"Indeed, your Mbappe is a promising talent, and this World Cup is not his ceiling."

Lu Xiao found it absurd to even think about it.

In a prophetic dream, Mbappe actually scored a hat-trick in the World Cup final.

He single-handedly dragged the suspense of the game to the very end.

It's a pity that the Argentine goalkeeper played a superb game.

In addition, the French team was a bit unlucky.

Otherwise, Mbappe might have truly achieved legendary status in one match.

Of course, that's something that happens four years later in another timeline, and whether it will even happen is another matter.

Lu Xiao is now focused solely on his own game!

"It really is a joke of God, you guys are in the semifinals again."

You could tell that Griezmann sounded a little helpless on the other end of the phone.

Lu Xiao almost couldn't hold back either.

In the semi-final of the 2016 European Championship, Belgium defeated France to advance to the final and eventually won the European Championship.

With this European Championship and Champions League title, Lu Xiao also won his first Ballon d'Or.

There is no controversy.

This year is also a year for competing for the Ballon d'Or.

Champions League, Premier League, League Cup, FA Cup – I've already won them all!

All that's missing now is the most prestigious World Cup title!

Everyone says the World Cup trophy is very hard to win.

Cristiano Ronaldo can never reach that level.

Messi didn't achieve legendary status until the very end of his career.

What about yourself?

He's only 21 years old, and his professional career has just begun!

Logically speaking, it should be very difficult.

But look at his teammates around him: Hazard and De Bruyne at their peak, plus many other players from the golden generation.

They didn't even have to make their own mark; they were already a shoo-in for the World Cup's top three.

Including myself,

It's perfectly acceptable to compete for the championship!

Their opponent was none other than the destined champions, the French team!

Mbappe is still young in this tournament.

Griezmann is the World Cup MVP player who predicted my dreams!

"Wouldn't that be even better? Whoever wins, the World Cup belongs to them."

"That's right!! See you on the field!"

Lu Xiao's bold words also ignited Griezmann's passion.

Whoever wins, the World Cup belongs to them!

In the other half of the bracket, England and Croatia are neither a threat!

So what if Modric? So what if Harry Kane?

The real champion

The semi-final match determined the outcome!

……

Two days later, on July 11.

St. Petersburg.

Griezmann and Lu Xiao, who had just spoken on the phone, met at the pre-match handshake ceremony.

The two did not react in any particular way, and separated immediately after a brief handshake.

The reporter who captured this scene was quite disappointed.

I thought the grudges from their time at the club would create some interesting stories between the two.

For example, De Bruyne and Courtois have never shaken hands.

Back then, England defenders Bridge and John Terry did not shake hands.

Unfortunately, Griezmann and Lu Xiao didn't break up to that extent.

The two sides are simply rivals.

"Alright, the match is about to begin! This World Cup semi-final is between France and Belgium!"

Let's 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.

France 4-2-3-1

Hugo Lorry

Pavard, Varane, Umtiti, Lucas

Kante, Pogba

Mbappe, Griezmann, Matuidi

Giroud

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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Chadli, Kompany, Alderweireld, Vertonghen

Witsel, Moussa Dembélé

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.

"The French team has a more luxurious overall lineup, with many players playing for top clubs."

"Including rising star Mbappe, who has delivered a brilliant performance in this World Cup."

"With Kanté anchoring the midfield and orchestrating play from Pogba and Griezmann, the French team is not to be underestimated."

After analyzing the lineup, He Wei's expression became very serious.

This may be the toughest opponent Belgium has faced this year!

If Lu Xiao hadn't stopped her,

He Wei believes the French team might win the championship!

But as long as Lu Xiao is there, the competition is bound to be unpredictable!

"Okay, let's look at this ball first!!! Griezmann!! Beautiful pass from the left!"

"Lucas Hernandez, unmarked, cross!"

"Giroud—"

"A header was saved by Courtois! Belgium escaped a close call!"

"Corner kick taken...to the right! Wow!! Mbappe's breakthrough!!!"

"Vertonghen, another player missed!!"

"A tackle from behind!"

beep—

Seeing Mbappe fall to the ground in pain,

The referee blew his stern whistle and rushed over, holding a yellow card in his hand.

Lu Xiao smacked his lips, went to the sidelines, picked up a bottle of water, and gulped down two mouthfuls.

He knew that playing against France today would be very difficult.

Did I not expect it to be hellish difficulty right from the start, just 10 minutes in?

"Very well, you're challenging me, aren't you?"

"That's more exciting!"