Soccer: Maxed-out ball control, the skill is too overpowered.
Chapter 82 Conquest of Westphalia!
From 2-0 to 2-2!
The "Borussia Dortmund youth storm" that was raging in the Bundesliga has backed down!
Klopp's signature high-pressing style, which he was known for, was never seen again in the second half!
It was all because of a 16-year-old Chinese-American player named Lu Xiao.
"After 30 minutes of the second half, the score remained tied at 2-2, with both sides locked in a stalemate."
"At the beginning, Dortmund tried to press high up the pitch to apply pressure."
"However, Leverkusen's two counter-attacks almost resulted in goals, serving as a wake-up call for Dortmund."
The second half was relatively slower-paced, giving the director time to replay two brilliant counterattacks.
In the 53rd minute, Dortmund attempted a high press.
Leverkusen couldn't pass the ball out, so they gave it to the goalkeeper.
The goalkeeper cleared the ball directly to midfield with a long kick.
Lu Xiao retreated to face Sven Bender, as he couldn't match Sven Bender's strength.
But Cruyff's superior technique allowed him to turn instantly upon controlling the ball.
Sven Bender was dribbled past by Lu Xiao on the spot!
Then pass the ball to Son Heung-min.
Unfortunately, Sun's long-range shot from just outside the penalty area was a little unlucky and was blocked by Weidenfeller and went out of bounds.
In the 62nd minute, Dortmund's high press was once again thwarted.
Lu Xiao surprisingly retreated to the center circle to receive the ball.
The moment the ball was received, Sven Bender, Gundogan, and Sebastian Kyle triple-teamed him!
Lu Xiao received the ball and backheeled it past Kyle, then squeezed through the double team!
He easily outmaneuvered three people!
Unfortunately, Kiessling failed to head the ball into the net from his teammate's cross, wasting another excellent opportunity.
After those two successful ball handling incidents, Klopp no longer dared to let the team push forward.
Lu Xiao's exquisite ball control and protection skills,
Able to break through high-level pressure in the first instance,
This allowed Dortmund to make full use of the space behind them.
Even if Lu Xiao isn't the terminator, he can still play a crucial tactical role as a pivot point!
CCTV commentator Gong Lei spoke highly of him.
"This player's football IQ is absolutely top-notch. He was able to secure a starting position in the Bundesliga first team at the age of 16, which is definitely not just due to his skills."
"Was Lu Xiao's assessment of the situation on the field accurate?"
With Lu Xiao's interference, Dortmund could only retreat to their own half and defend against counter-attacks.
With two counter-attacking teams clashing, it's difficult for either to create opportunities for the time being.
Like two cautious swordsmen,
They stabbed each other twice in their previous exchange, and both were injured.
They began to stand in a stalemate, carefully observing each other's weaknesses before striking, neither daring to expose their own vulnerabilities.
If they find any opening in their opponent's defenses, they will instantly launch a powerful attack to kill them in one strike!
80 minutes had already passed, and Lu Xiao's physical strength was clearly declining.
Hyypia is a little worried that the young players won't be able to hold on.
"What should we do? Should we consider substituting Lu for him? Strengthen the defense?"
"We actually have an advantage with just one point away from home."
This time it was Sasha's turn to confront him.
"Don't you want to catch up with Bayern? As long as Luis is on the field, there's a chance to win! I feel he can keep going."
"You always said I didn't understand Lu, but I don't think you understand Lu either."
Sasha finally found an opportunity to retaliate against Hyypia.
Hyypia was powerless to refute and could only watch the field with worry.
Is Lu Xiao really capable?
The 16-year-old looked like he was struggling to keep going, and was just strolling around the frontcourt.
"Give him five more minutes, otherwise he really can't take it anymore."
……
Lu Xiao was indeed very tired.
He felt like his lungs were about to explode.
Although I have been consciously training my physical fitness this season, my age is a factor, and no matter how hard I try, I cannot defy the laws of nature.
It will take about two years, until they are 18 years old, before their bodies are fully developed.
In such an intense match, with players battling Dortmund almost every moment, it was indeed difficult for Lu Xiao to endure those 5 minutes.
Even if the coach isn't changed, he still wants to apply to go off to rest.
"No! Hold on a little longer! Hang in there!"
Despite his physical discomfort, Lu Xiao tried to follow his teammates' ball control and positioning.
Dortmund's attack just now failed to break through, and their retreat was very fast.
Leverkusen's counter-attacks turned into positional attacks, and their attempts to flank Lu Xiao only resulted in him retreating.
Lu Xiao received the ball outside the penalty area, turned around, and looked at the dense crowd in Dortmund's penalty area, finding it extremely difficult to handle.
He is not a Messi-type player who can continuously attempt to dribble past opponents.
Fortunately, Son Heung-min stepped up to receive the pass, and Lu Xiao made a diagonal run to cover Son Heung-min's left flank.
"what?"
Upon reaching the left flank, Lu Xiao suddenly noticed Dortmund's weakness!
There might be a chance!
Originally, it wasn't easy for Son Heung-min to handle the situation when he moved to the center; his shots were blocked, and his passes were basically marked by Dortmund players.
Just as Son Heung-min was at a loss, he glanced to his left out of the corner of his eye.
Lu Xiao was pointing ahead, signaling Son Heung-min to pass the ball there!
Since there's no suitable target anyway, I might as well trust Lu Xiao!
Unfortunately, in the second half of the match, Son Heung-min ran out of energy, and his movements became distorted, resulting in a pass that was a bit too long!
"Oh no! This ball is too big!!"
Duan Xuan sighed deeply.
The football was about to quickly fly out of bounds!
Even Dortmund defender Piszczek and center-back Subotic have given up.
They believed the ball must have gone out of bounds.
Half of the football had even rolled beyond the goal line!
Even though both defenders had slowed down and stopped chasing, Lu Xiao was still chasing!
"Lu Xiao!!"
Just before the ball went completely out of bounds, Lu Xiao stretched out his long leg and hooked the ball!
It instantly ignited the entire venue!
The home team's stands were filled with gasps of amazement!
The away team's stands erupted in cheers!
"Oh no!!"
Subotic quickly rushed forward to block Lu Xiao from behind.
Unexpectedly, Lu Xiao, just outside the baseline, controlled the ball, turned, and nutmegged his opponent in one fluid motion!
The familiar location immediately caught the attention of the fans!
Manchester United striker José Manuel Lille once performed the famous "Kum Ho Turn" from this very position.
Now, Lu Xiao pays homage to the dashing Berbatov, completing a "Jinhu Spin" in the same style!
"Beautiful!! Lu Xiao!!"
In the 85th minute, Lu Xiao dribbled past his opponent from the byline into the penalty area, putting the entire Dortmund team on edge!
Son Heung-min and Kieslowski both surged forward into the penalty area to try and score.
Rage level: 100%
Lu Xiao, who had been holding back his anger for a long time, finally seized the opportunity to start the second stage!
After getting past Subotic, facing Weidenfeller's tight angle blockade, Lu Xiao deliberately took a step out to make a passing motion.
Suddenly, a low shot found the near corner!
"Holy crap? Insidious!!"
Weidenfeller was caught off guard; he was already a beat too late in extending his leg!
The football transformed into a sharp sword, piercing into the goal.
They pierced through Dortmund!
"This is it!! Lu Xiao!! A game-winning goal! A hat trick!!!"
Duan Xuan was overjoyed.
In a clash of titans, Lu Xiao's hat trick once again turned the tide!
Dortmund had a phenomenal 2-0 start in the first half.
They conceded three goals in a row!
A stunning comeback from 2-3!
After scoring, Lu Xiao could no longer contain his excitement.
He rushed towards the away team's stands and jumped onto the GG sign!
Watching the away fans cheer wildly, Lu Xiao became the conqueror of Westphalia!
German commentator Sauer excitedly remarked:
"I came! I saw! I conquered!"
"Another basketball court has been conquered by this Chinese-American teenager!"
"In the battle for the top scorer title with Lewandowski, Lewandowski scored twice, but couldn't beat Lukaszczuk's hat-trick!"
"18 goals, dominating the Bundesliga!"
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