Chapter 28
During the next few days of training, both Pearson and Shakespeare discovered something unusual.
Knockaert, who had a poor performance in the last game, seemed to be suddenly excited these days.
In the Intra-team competition, he frequently scored goals, and his teammates were amazed.
It was as if he had suddenly found his shooting boots.
And every night, Knockaert would stay for a while to accompany Xia Xing for additional training.
Now the whole team knows about Xia Xing's extra training every day.
However, Pearson's usual training intensity is already very intense, and it is almost impossible to be willing to stay for additional training.
But Xia Xing always did extra training.
Even Shakespeare couldn't stop praising his physical fitness: "This young man is the most physically fit boy I have ever coached!"
However, Pearson still seemed indifferent to him.
And now, he finally had someone to accompany him.
It was Vardy before, and now it is Knockaert. They all come to practice with Xia Xing from time to time.
There are also the "Funny trio" who are former Manchester United teammates, they join him occasionally.
A diligent person can always find a partner.
Time flies quickly and the next round of the British Championship has arrived.
On August 11, the King Power Stadium ushered in the second round of the British Championship.
Leicester City vs. Leeds United.
Leicester City finished sixth in the league last season and Leeds United finished 13th.
It seems that Leicester City is stronger, but in fact the strength gap between the two sides is not that big.
Last season, Leicester City ended up with 68 points and Leeds United had 61 points, with only a 7-point difference.
Barnsley, who were just ahead of the relegation zone, also had 55 points.
In the British Championship, the overall strength gap is not very big, and the outcome of any game is unpredictable.
Although this game was at home, Leicester City still dare not be careless.
Pearson waved his hand and all the main players came out to fight!
In this game, two forwards of Leeds United were injured before the game, and they were unable to field their strongest lineup today.
The previous 4-4-2 changed to 5-4-1.
On the road, their goal is simple, just get one point.
From the first minute of the game, Leicester City dominated their opponents.
But no matter how hard they pressed, they still couldn't score.
In front of the iron barrel formation, Vardy's speed advantage could not be used, and Chris Wood was also tightly marked by the opponent's tall centerback.
In the 80th minute of the second half, Pearson put in knockaert.
It only took five minutes for him to change the score!
After continuous passes in the midfield, the ball was sent to the center of the penalty area!
Multiple players competed for the ball as it bounced around!
till It fell at the feet of Knockaert on the penalty area line!
Two Leeds United defenders tackled immediately!
Knockaert didn't force the shot!
He chose to pull the ball to the right!
and got out of the way of the two players who were throwing in tackles!
and then Calmly shot at the far corner from outside the penalty area!
The ball hits the net accurately!
The ball went in!
1 to 0!
This goal is so crucial!
At this time Leeds United has been defending for 86 minutes and they were about to get a point!
Knockaert's sudden shot made them fall short!
In the live broadcast room, the commentator slapped the table excitedly!
"This goal is so wonderful!
" Knockaert just came on as a substitute for five minutes!
"This is his first shot!
"He created a good opportunity!
"After receiving the rebound ball, he did not force the shot!
" He calmly pulled the ball past people and got out to space!
"The final shot was also very decisive!
"Accurate!
"We seem to have seen the steady style of the last season Knockaert again!
"Leicester City will definitely win! "
On the pitch at this time, the Leicester City players cheered excitedly!
They rushed towards Knockaert who scored the goal!
But unexpectedly, Knockaert rushed to the side of the pitch!
Hugging Xia Xing tightly on the sidelines!
"Anthony ! You are wonderful!
"Xia! " Thank you! "
Seeing the two embracing, even Shakespeare couldn't help but admire.
"Xia, this young man, is really popular in the team. "
The conversation on the training ground that night, that heart-breaking conversation, has become a secret between the two brothers.
In the end, Leicester City defeated Leeds United 1-0.
Although Xia Xing failed to win the opportunity to come on as a substitute, but he was also in a good mood.
On the one hand, the team won, and on the other hand, Knockaert finally found himself.
More importantly, Xia Xing was very happy for him. At the same time, the system sounded a beep!
[Mission: 1. Help teammate Conoket defeat his inner demon and regain his form]
[Mission goal completed!]
[Mission reward received - Christian Vieri card, S level!]
Finally Got the new card!
After the game, Xia Xing went to the sidelines with his teammates to thank the home team fans.
Xia Xing was not at home on the game day, and so the siblings had already eaten.
After dinner, everyone was busy.
Xia Xing said goodnight, returned to his room, locked the door, and took the time to check the system.
In the card interface on the right side of the system, the number of cards had become three. The vieri card had appeared in it.
This is great!
Entering the "virtual arena", the strong Italian center stands proudly.
What are you waiting for?!!
In two hours, Xia Xing tried different positions on the field.
With a team of three, it felt easy scoring a goal.
Pass the ball to Henry, and he can bring the ball into the goal by himself.
Vieri can knock all opponents away and score
. He has the feeling of a super center, which is really friendly to midfield passers.
For the remaining half of the time, Xia Xing placed Vieri in the opponent's camp, retreated his own position, and tried to play as a defensive midfielder to mark Vieri as The first line of defense.
In the end, he was almost killed by Vieri... Fortunately, the "virtual arena" would not cause real injury to the host, otherwise he would have been finished.
This level of collision against a top-notch opponent.
It was brutal.
After being tortured by Vieri for more than half an hour, Xia Xing felt like his bones were hurting even in the system.
When he readjusted the player's position, and defended the strong Zidane again .
Xia Xing even had a special feeling.
Defending Zidane didn't seem so uncomfortable...
This kind of experience against top players was simply too valuable for Xia Xing.
At the end, Xia Xing exited the "Virtual Arena" and let out a heavy breath.
This training was so enjoyable!
At this moment, the system sounded the beep again.
[Congratulations to the host, the Zidane card is completely absorbed!]
Xia Xing was immediately overjoyed!
It's been a while since Henry's card was completely absorbed.
[Zidane: 100/100., vieri: 0/50.]
The progress bar of Zidane's card had been fully absorbed during this last two hours of training!
Xia Xing's physical attributes was definitely about to be greatly strengthened
(end of this chapter)