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

No, buddy?

Are Bayer Leverkusen really that tough to beat?

Inside the BayArena, Özil was panting heavily, completely exhausted.

A few years ago when they were in Werder Bremen, they easily crushed Bayer Leverkusen.

The pharmaceutical company looks like a strong team, but it's actually quite weak. They can easily dominate weaker teams, but they're prone to showing their true colors in tough matches.

So after a brief peak in the 01-02 season, when they earned the title of "Triple Runner-up", Bayer Leverkusen quickly fell into a slump again.

Their status in the Bundesliga these days is nowhere near that of Arsenal.

Arsenal will have to compete with at least Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspur, and Manchester City.

Apart from Bayern Munich, the rest of the Bundesliga teams are just a bunch of weak teams fighting each other.

If Bayer Leverkusen were in the Premier League, they'd be at best sitting at the same table as Everton.

After several years apart, Özil felt that the opposing team was no longer the Leverkusen he knew.

Although there were many familiar faces, the overall change in demeanor was astonishing.

From trailing 0-2 to equalizing 2-2,

Their resilience left Arsenal somewhat hopeless, as if they were impossible to defeat no matter how hard they tried.

Especially that Eastern player, Lu Xiao,

Özil feels he's starting much higher in the Bundesliga than he did back then!

"Scheiße!"

Özil couldn't help but curse.

……

After scoring two goals in a row, Lu Xiao felt that things wouldn't be so easy from here on out.

Under Wenger's direction, Arsenal substituted the exhausted Özil and left winger Cazorla.

They brought on French veteran Flamini, and then replaced him with the more physically fit Chamberlain.

The intention is clear: strengthen the defense and try to launch counterattacks using the speed advantage on both flanks.

Three insane defensive midfielders!

You're really something, Wenger!

With Flamini on the field, Lu Xiao felt his space to maneuver was further compressed, and he would have to deal with a four-man attack from Koscielny, Flamini, Ramsey, and Arteta at the same time.

After the score was tied, the game became a stalemate.

Bayer Leverkusen's coaching staff, Sasha and Hyypia, have not made any moves yet.

"During this period, Arsenal mainly used a 4-5-1 formation, with Arteta, Ramsey, and that other player..."

Coach Zhang couldn't remember the name for a long time until Zhan Jun reminded him, and then Zhang Lu remembered.

"Flamini, yes, the three of them form a three-defensive-midfield configuration, creating a wall in the middle."

"And the two full-backs, Sagna and Gibbs, hardly ventured out at all; look at their movement – ​​it was limited to the 30-meter zone. Arsenal were playing quite conservatively..."

"The attacking play relies on Walcott and Chamberlain; they just charge forward. Giroud goes up front to pounce on the ball. The style of play has become much simpler and more direct."

"Leverkusen is also wary of this tactic and doesn't dare to attack for the time being."

Although Coach Zhang makes many verbal mistakes, he is, after all, a professional with a clear understanding of tactics.

Bayer Leverkusen has encountered an awkward situation.

When they were most eager to attack and take the lead, Arsenal started playing a defensive counter-attacking game.

But Arsenal's flanks are very sharp, and Giroud is in great form, so Leverkusen dared not push too far forward.

With both sides focusing on defense, it was naturally difficult to create many opportunities.

As time went by, the 2-2 scoreline was a win for Arsenal.

Bayer Leverkusen should be the ones in a hurry.

With 85 minutes already gone, Sasha was getting anxious.

He replaced right winger Robbie Kruse and defensive midfielder Lars Bender.

Bringing on Julian Brandt and Emre Can suggests they still want to play attacking football and try to storm Arsenal's defense.

However, his teammates' impatience was also reflected on the field.

Captain Rolfes' powerful shot went into the stands, and he repeatedly apologized to his teammates.

"It's alright, Captain."

"But, Lu, it seems like we're in a tough spot to win."

"There's still time, believe me."

There was nothing else Rolfes could do but trust Lu Xiao, the boy who often created miracles, perhaps he could do it this time too!

Lu Xiao glanced at the system out of habit.

He used to rely on the system.

A 100% rage level is definitely a game-changer in crucial moments.

The system is currently updating... and it's unclear when it will be finished.

Rage did not accumulate during this period.

Lu Xiao could only try to break the deadlock by relying on other abilities.

Lu Xiao's ordinary control and shot were met with tight defense from Arsenal, who barely gave him any chance to control the ball.

Even the slightest touch of the ball will result in a physical collision.

While Lu Xiao was pondering a countermeasure, Arsenal launched another heart-stopping counterattack!

Zhan Jun was startled.

"The regular 90 minutes of the match have ended. The fourth official has raised the light board, indicating 4 minutes of stoppage time... Let's see Arsenal's counter-attack!"

"Szczesny catches the ball!! Arsenal counter-attack, beautiful, Arteta!!"

Arteta launched a long pass from the backfield, finding Chamberlain who had just come on!

This young player is incredibly fast and is a junior teammate of Walcott and Gareth Bell, both from the Southampton Sprint Team.

I don't know how they trained, but they're all so fast.

Chamberlain received the ball, but before that, he was defended by Julian Brandt and Donati.

But then Chamberlain accelerated and overtook Julian Brandt on the outside, then changed direction and started his run, instantly bursting past Donati!

Straight into the restricted area!

"Chamberlain!! He's so fast!! Giroud is already charging in! Cross—"

When Chamberlain crossed the ball to Giroud, Lu Xiao, who was desperately tracking back, was almost in despair.

"Big Gilru!!"

Zhan Jun was startled. Was Arsenal about to score a last-minute winner?

next second!

Giroud's powerful header struck the crossbar with pinpoint accuracy!

clang--

Only when the metallic sound of the crossbeams echoed throughout the stadium did goalkeeper Leno rush out in time to catch the ball, and then boldly throw it out by hand.

He saw that Lu Xiao had already started making his runs. This kid has a lot of tricks up his sleeve; he might have a chance!

Emre Can, who came on as a substitute, still had plenty of energy.

He temporarily withstood Ramsey's pressing, sprinting 15 meters with the ball, intending to find Son Heung-min's position.

Unfortunately, Son Heung-min was tightly marked by Sanjaya, and he could only find Julian Brandt on the right wing.

Arsenal do not see Julian Brandt as a significant threat.

What threat could a silly, brainless, handsome blond guy pose?

Julian Brandt caught the ball and looked rather silly.

He focused on accelerating and dribbling towards the baseline, without even considering cutting inside and coordinating with Lu Xiao.

Wenger on the sidelines was laughing.

"As expected, there aren't many reliable people on the other side."

"Shit!! This guy!"

Sasha and Hypia were also scratching their heads in disbelief.

As is well known, Lu Xiao's heading ability is average, so the team tries to cut inside and play a penetrating style of play against him.

Kiessling, who has excellent heading ability, is always accompanied by Mertesacker.

The 198cm tall German center-back is all about defending against high balls, and Kiessling couldn't gain any advantage.

A cross from the byline was exactly what I wanted!

Even Kissling himself couldn't hold back anymore.

Dude?

Go find Lu Xiao!! What are you expecting of me? I'm just a feint!

But Julian Brandt still kept his head down,

Gibbs didn't even bother to defend him; he just stayed inside to prevent Gibbs from cutting inside or making low crosses.

"Tch...nothing special."

Gibbs glanced at his opponent with disdain; this blond German was too straightforward.

He dribbled the ball to the byline and lofted a high ball into the penalty area.

Koscielny, Mertesacker, Szczesny,

Everyone's attention was focused on Kiessling, and no one paid any attention to Lu Xiao for the time being.

So much so that Lu Xiao could easily rush forward!

approach!

Jump!

"Brother, it had to be you!"

Lu Xiao's lips curled into a sly smile.

Five minutes ago, at 85 minutes into the match.

Before this counterattack, he saw that time was running out and there was no time to hesitate, so he could only quickly find Julian Brandt.

"Brother, you need to go straight to the wing and try to lob the ball to the near post."

"Huh? It's different from tactics."

"Don't worry about it, I have a way."

"OK!"

Although Julian Brandt is usually carefree and likes to slack off, his advantage is that he is obedient.

They never ask why, they just blindly follow instructions.

Even though it didn't meet the coaching staff's pre-match tactical requirements, he still chose to trust Lu Xiao.

As expected, after receiving the ball, he remembered Lu Xiao's words and crossed the ball to the near post without hesitation.

"Brother, it's up to you now!"

Match time: 91:22!

Amidst gasps from the BayArena and the astonished gazes of the entire Arsenal team!

Lu Xiao actually completed the jump at the near post!

Koscielny realized something was wrong and rushed over to try and head the ball.

But to his horror, he discovered that this kid could jump incredibly high!

Are you dunking?

Skill 3: Mirror Learning!

Lu Xiao's target is none other than Arsenal's aerial ace, Giroud!

At this moment, Lu Xiao, despite rarely contesting headers, is incredibly confident!

Facing the incoming ball in mid-air,

The lion shakes its head!

"Lu Xiao!!! Header on the goal!!"

In stoppage time, Lu Xiao's final header left everyone breathless!

boom--

By fully emulating Giroud, Lu Xiao's header carried the overwhelming force of Mount Tai.

Goal through the goal!

Szczesny was powerless to reverse the situation!

"Goal! Lu Xiao—"

"A decisive blow!!"

Zhan Jun raised his arms and shouted, "Lu Xiao's shot was full of the wild power of football!"

That's fucking cool!

The Bayer Arena was completely ignited!

"Can you believe it?! Lu Xiao scores with a header!"

"In stoppage time, he created another miracle! Scoring his second goal!"

"Bayer Leverkusen 3-2!"

"Led by Lu Xiao, the team staged a remarkable comeback in the second half, scoring three goals in quick succession despite being at a severe disadvantage!"

"This is football!"