He unleashed a world-class goal with a single kick; you're saying this is Su Chao?

"Hey, what are you spacing out for?"

Lu Ning had finished cupping and was sitting cross-legged on the bed, rubbing her shoulders. She tilted her head and looked at Chen Xun: "I'm calling you. The cupping is done."

Chen Xun snapped out of his daze and nodded to the old Chinese medicine doctor: "Thank you for your trouble."

The old Chinese medicine doctor deftly removed the cups from his back one by one.

The middle-aged woman next to him laughed: "Young man, you have a good constitution, the cupping marks will fade quickly."

"The marks from last time faded in just a few days, unlike those who sit in an office all day. Those people's marks can last for half a month after cupping."

Chen Xun finished dressing and made his choice immediately.

[Selection Confirmed: Health-Conscious Football King]

[Note: This selection cannot be changed. Confirm?]

confirm!

Job change completed

[Current path: Health-conscious Football King]

Training gains have been adjusted to 20% of the normal value.

[Conversion rate of proficiency in wellness programs: 300%]

[Unlock New Feature: Wellness Program Guide]

[Illustrated Guide: Exploring more wellness programs can increase the conversion efficiency cap. Unlocked programs: Foot Massage (Common, 300% conversion efficiency), Cupping (Excellent, 320% conversion efficiency), Fascial Release (Rare, 350% conversion efficiency)]

[New unlocked features: Ear cleaning (unexplored), Oil massage (unexplored), Herbal bath (unexplored), Spa (unexplored)...]

[Overall rating updated: D+, a player who prefers a relaxed, health-oriented approach]

[System message: You've embarked on an unprecedented path, soaking your feet in the hottest water, getting the reddest cupping treatments, and scoring the most spectacular goals!]

……

After reading the introduction, Chen Xun had to admit that the profession of "health-conscious ball king" was really too appealing!

Other players have to train until very late every day, but he only needs to take care of himself and he can easily catch up.

The cost is also obvious.

The benefits of daily training have been reduced to one-fifth.

This means that every drop of sweat he sheds on the court is worth far less than what others do.

But what does it matter?

His only concern now is that there isn't a wide variety of health and wellness options available in Changzhou.

Lu Ning had already put on her shoes and was squatting at the top of the stairs waiting for him.

Chen Xun put on his shoes and went downstairs with Lu Ning.

As I stepped out of the alley, the night breeze carried the aroma of grilled skewers.

Lu Ning hopped onto her electric scooter covered in boxing stickers, started it, and then suddenly remembered something. She turned around and shouted, "My match is moved up; it starts next weekend. When is your provincial championship?"

"Also next weekend."

"Then let's encourage each other!"

Lu Ning pumped her fist: "I'll try to knock out my opponent, you try to score a goal!"

Lu Ning twisted the throttle, and the electric scooter sped off with a buzzing sound, her ponytail swinging in an arc under the streetlights.

……

Changzhou West Taihu Base.

A large banner swayed in the wind: "2024 JS Provincial Champion Football Club League - Changzhou Division".

squeak~

A bus stopped at the entrance.

The car door opened.

Zhou Guoliang was the first to get off the bus.

Today he changed into a black coaching uniform, the club logo on his chest gleaming in the sunlight.

"Get out of the car, everyone! Stop dawdling!"

The team members filed out.

Chen Xun jumped off the bus with his bag on his back.

The sun is shining brightly.

The wind blew in from the direction of West Taihu Lake, carrying moisture and the scent of grass.

Two buses were already parked on the other side of the parking lot, with the words "Yangzhou Urban Construction" printed on their sides.

The opposing team members are unloading their luggage.

They were all tall, muscular men, significantly taller than Aozhi.

"Damn, isn't the height of Yangzhou Urban Construction a bit excessive?"

Zhao Rui peeked out from behind Chen Xun, craning his neck to look at the opposite side: "Their center-back must be at least 1.9 meters tall, right?"

"1.88 meters tall!"

Zhang Hao walked over: "We played against each other last year. He's very physically strong and likes to make long passes and crosses."

"Then how do we prevent it?"

"This is football, not basketball, you idiot!"

Zhao Rui was momentarily speechless.

Chen Xun chuckled and carefully examined his opponent in the first match.

The team members from Yangzhou Urban Construction were walking towards the locker room in twos and threes.

One of the tall center-backs glanced at Chen Xun as he passed by.

Perhaps because Chen Xun's fluorescent pink sneakers were too eye-catching, his gaze lingered on Chen Xun's feet for a moment before shifting away, and his lips seemed to twitch slightly.

"That's their captain, Han Feng."

Chi Sheng walked up to Chen Xun at some point, pushed up his glasses, and said, "He came from a former China League One youth team. He has a very strong physique, especially his heading ability. Last year, when I faced him, I was almost knocked away by him."

Chi Sheng spoke calmly, but Chen Xun understood the meaning behind his words.

Chi Sheng is the most technically gifted midfielder in the team. The fact that a technically skilled player could admit that he was almost knocked away shows how fierce the opponent was.

In the locker room, Zhou Guoliang took out his tactics board. He never gave long-winded pre-match pep talks; he only gave firm tactical instructions.

"Today's starting lineup, formation 4-4-2."

"Zhang Hao is in charge of the defense. The main task of the two full-backs today is to defend. Don't push too high. Yangzhou City Construction's counter-attacks are very direct. Use long passes to find the center forward and then win the second ball."

"In midfield, Chi Sheng will be in charge of orchestrating the attack, and Wang Yu will start."

Wang Yu paused in tying his shoelaces.

He raised his head, trying to remain calm, but his face still twitched involuntarily.

Although he has a lot of match experience, it is mostly in inter-school matches. He rarely plays in matches of this scale, especially not as a starter.

"Wang Yu".

Zhou Guoliang called out the roll.

"arrive!"

Are you nervous?

"A little..."

"If you're nervous, just run more! Once you're running, you won't be nervous anymore!"

"yes!"

"The forward line..." Zhou Guoliang's gaze fell on Chen Xun: "Chen Xun, start as right winger."

The entire team turned their attention to this.

Chen Xun was drinking water when he was stared at by so many people. He paused, the water bottle at his lips, and hesitated for a moment.

He knew he would most likely start, given his performance in training recently.

But when I heard Zhou Guoliang pronounce his name, it still felt like something had hit my chest.

My first official competition!

Chen Xun felt his blood temperature rising.

Zhou Guoliang's tactical pen pointed at him:

"Your task is to widen the defense and use your speed to attack the opponent's left flank. Yangzhou City Construction's two full-backs are older and not very fast at turning. Once you get the ball, don't hesitate, just go for it!"

"clear!"

Zhou Guoliang paused for a moment, then spoke again, instructing, "You need to be careful with your dribbling. A real match is not training. The opposing defenders won't give you time to adjust. Your first touch must be steady. If you feel unsure, pass the ball to Chi Sheng immediately so he can reorganize."

Dribbling, just like dribbling in basketball, is the ultimate test of a player's fundamental skills.

Most players need to train for several years to become proficient.

Chen Xun had only been practicing dribbling for a little over a month.

Zhou Guoliang was still not entirely confident in his dribbling skills.

Among the official team members, Haozi has been training for five years and Zhao Rui for six years, but they still can't say their dribbling is stable.

Chen Xun is a new recruit who switched from track and field.

No matter how fast you improve, you can't reach a level where you can make a living from dribbling in a short time.

In Zhou Guoliang's view, Chen Xun's weapon is speed plus inside cuts.

Dribbling is enough to protect the ball.

You can't expect him to be able to maneuver in a confined space like Zhao Rui.