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At the University of Munich library, Chloe's eyelids were heavy, and she almost fell asleep at her desk.
"Laila, I can't do it, I'm so sleepy. I'll take a short nap, remember to wake me up in 30 minutes."
"Here, your Americano."
"Was für...?"
Chloe subconsciously asked in her native language, "What the hell?"
"Did you forget? Lance's match is this afternoon! Finish this project report quickly, don't sleep!"
"Oh, right! I almost forgot about the match!"
"You fake fan! I'm the only true God Lance fan in the whole stadium!"
"Alright, alright, you are."
Chloe was speechless.
What's there to argue about?
Have you ever hugged Lance? Hehe, I have!
Although it wasn't the tight embrace of a couple, it was at least more than just a normal male-female relationship.
One time, she almost fell, and Lance pulled her into a hug.
Another time, admiring the night view by the Rhine River, she leant on Lance's shoulder, and he put his arm around her.
And Laila? She hasn't even met him in person.
I've totally won!
Chloe fully employed the spiritual victory method, not bothering to argue with Laila.
Thinking about Lance's match today, Chloe brightened up considerably, took a big gulp of coffee, and continued typing furiously on her computer.
Even though Atlético Madrid's opponent was Rayo Vallecano, and this was just an inconsequential La Liga match, Chloe still treated it like the Champions League Final.
Are you kidding? I'd want to watch Lance even if he was just playing a training match!
Ever since his first German match during his Bayer Leverkusen days, she's been his fan!
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"This Christmas, it seems none of you indulged, which is good."
Simeone was very satisfied with the Atlético Madrid players' performance.
Everyone's body fat percentage and various physical indicators were healthy, not having overeaten or indulged during Christmas.
"Today's opponent is Rayo Vallecano, not Real Madrid or Barcelona, but I hope everyone remains vigilant!"
Real Madrid was lurking menacingly in the league standings, and Barcelona was chasing from behind. The point difference between the three teams remained within 2 points, so no one would relax.
Barcelona was in top form this year, with MSN firing on all cylinders.
Real Madrid also changed its manager, and Zidane's appointment was highly controversial, seemingly poised to affect Real Madrid's performance.
But Simeone always had an ominous premonition. Zidane, this guy, was by no means as incompetent as the media claimed!
In yesterday's match on December 30th, Real Madrid crushed Real Sociedad 6-1.
The starting lineup, tactics, and playing style were similar to Benítez's era, but Real Madrid seemed to play smoother and smoother, and for some reason, their passing and coordination became more fluid than before.
After a period of further integration, who knows what Real Madrid would evolve into.
With the threat from Barcelona and Zidane, Simeone dared not be careless, repeatedly reminding the players to take today's match seriously and strive for a win!
"Losing even 1 point could mean losing the league, every match is a final!"
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Simeone's caution was not misplaced.
Rayo Vallecano was currently in the relegation zone, and with the season already halfway through, they had to snatch enough points to avoid relegation.
Every single point was life!
Therefore, from the moment the whistle blew, everyone on Rayo Vallecano played like rabid dogs, pressing high with all their might.
Although it was a La Liga match, there were frequent fouls and players falling, causing the match to be interrupted repeatedly.
"Rayo Vallecano is playing very aggressively today! They're taking the initiative at Atlético Madrid's home ground!"
"It's well known that Atlético Madrid is famous for its tenacious fighting style. Rayo Vallecano seems even more so, they're getting a bit crazy."
The commentator shook his head at the match.
At the same time, tens of millions of fans in front of their TVs were also worried.
La Liga officials, to accommodate Lance and the East Asian market, specifically moved Atlético Madrid's match forward.
The match started at 1 PM Spanish time, which was 8 PM in China, prime time.
Therefore, this ordinary La Liga clash had viewership comparable to "Spanish National Derby 2.0."
"If you ask me, God Lance shouldn't have played today, he almost got injured by a tackle again."
"Are the Rayo Vallecano players all dogs?"
"What a dirty relegation team."
"But Real Madrid and Barcelona both won yesterday, Atlético Madrid has to win, they must play with their full main squad."
"Why is it still 0-0? I'm getting sleepy waiting for a goal."
"Just joined, which side are the good guys?"
"Go, God Lance!"
As always, Lance's widespread appeal always attracted many football novices.
Even those who knew nothing about football would watch a bit more because of Lance.
The director understood, frequently cutting to close-up shots of Lance.
"Lance is also working very hard today, a beautiful dribble just now, shaking off 3 defenders consecutively. Unfortunately, Griezmann couldn't score from that pass."
In the 41st minute of the first half, the score remained 0-0.
Rayo Vallecano's defensive block and rabid dog defence made Atlético Madrid hesitant, not daring to push too high.
Atlético Madrid itself was more adept at defensive counter-attacks, not a possession-based team like Barcelona.
The match was still quite nerve-wracking.
"Hey!! Over here!!"
"Antoine!"
Damn it!! Don't shout!!
Saúl on the other side kept shouting, shouting from half a pitch away, what the hell are you doing?!
Antoine Griezmann was infuriated by the opponents' dirty tackles and fouls, and couldn't help but lash out at his teammates.
With Lance restricted, Griezmann's left-wing breakthroughs were crucial.
But every time he got the ball, two players would double-team him, and left-back Filipe Luís also didn't dare to push too high.
Griezmann's 1v2 was a bit too difficult; his step-overs didn't work, and he was held up by the opponent.
He had to turn and shield the ball, spreading his arms to block firmly, letting the opponent frantically reach and pull from behind like a mad dog.
The opposing defensive midfielder also came over to contest, and he was about to be surrounded.
A red and white figure approached, and Griezmann breathed a sigh of relief.
He pulled the ball through a gap, evading the tackle, and pushed the ball out with the inside of his foot.
Lance's reception.
"Thanks, brother."
Griezmann's activity attracted a lot of attention, and Lance's pressure eased slightly.
However, with his back to the box and a defender marking him closely, Lance couldn't determine Torres's position and couldn't link up with his teammates.
This was one of Lance's shortcomings: off-ball movement and tactical vision.
Unlike FIFA and Pro Evolution Soccer, a real player's perspective is limited, and they can observe very little information.
Especially during intense confrontations, there are even more blind spots in their vision.
When watching matches, people often think the players on the pitch are stupid, asking why they don't pass into such obvious open spaces?
In reality, they simply can't see it.
This is also why world-class midfielders like De Bruyne, Pirlo, and Xavi stand out. Master midfielders possess a broader vision, playing with a perspective infinitely close to a God's Eye view.
Lance couldn't see the opportunities in the box, nor did he have time to turn and observe positions. Now, he could only rely on brute force!
Equipped Template: Nagi Seishiro - S (Fusion Value 100%)
Equipped Template: Hyuga Kojiro - S (Fusion Value 97%)
Equipped Template: "Spinning Top King" Anthony - B
Rage Value: 23%
Support Character: Bachira Meguru - S (Fusion Value 100%)
Support Status: On
Today, to break through the packed defence, he did not equip the Bachira Meguru template.
Nagi Seishiro performs better in dense crowds.
But Lance carried a never-before-used template, Anthony!
Spinning Top God, activate!
He wasn't just doing it for the meme, Anthony is very strong!
The moment he received the ball with his back to the goal, the opponent behind him had already closed in, using their experience to block the route for an inside cut.
Another defensive midfielder also double-teamed, forming a four-man encirclement with the winger!
Everyone thought Lance was going to force an inside cut breakthrough, but Lance smiled calmly and made his move!
He faked a push-and-go with his foot, but instead pulled the ball and turned, drawing a semicircle.
"Lance, attempting a turn and breakthrough... huh? Not yet!"
The commentator was even fooled by him!
Everyone watched as Lance dribbled the ball in a full circle, with the surrounding defenders following him in a circle. The four people from different directions were left behind by Lance, gradually forming a line!
Only then did Lance suddenly burst into action, pushing the ball to create an angle, a powerful shot from open space in front of the box!
Bang —
Tiger Shot!
"Lance!! Take a shot!!"
"It's a goal!! It's a goal!!"
"Before the end of the first half, Lance shook off multiple defenders and scored the first goal with a long-range thunderbolt!"
No wonder Anthony, who couldn't perform at Manchester United, went crazy in La Liga.
These La Liga players really fall for this trick.
Who still dares to laugh at the Spinning Top God?
He's really strong, isn't he!