Chapter 97 All-Night Carnival On The Night Of Winning The Championship! Looking Ahead To The Bundesliga Double?
May 10, 2015, was just another Bundesliga match day for most. There were no epic clashes between giants or major events like the Champions League or the World Cup. However, because of Su Luo and Union Berlin, this day made a bold and colorful mark in the history of world football.
This team, sustained by fan donations and spontaneous stadium repairs, untouched by the powers of capital, belonged entirely to the people. In their first Bundesliga season, they defeated Bayern, Wolfsburg, Borussia, Leverkusen, Schalke 04, Dortmund, and many other Bundesliga powerhouses, clinching the championship two rounds ahead of schedule.
In an era dominated by money, they created the rare "Miracle of Union Berlin." Before the season started, Union Berlin's winning odds were 1:751, later skyrocketing to 1:2500, as absurd as "Kim Kardashian being elected President" or "Elon Musk playing professional cricket." Yet, by the season's end, everyone was stunned.
Little Anya in the stands had even forgotten that at the start of the season, she had bet all her saved 3,000 euros on Union Berlin winning. Overnight, her net worth exceeded 7 million euros! But she didn't care about the money; she was just crying with joy, dancing and singing the team song with the Iron League fans, celebrating the team's championship.
At Old Forest Management Stadium, the Mainz team quietly left the field, mere supporting actors in Union Berlin's story. Only Mainz coach Tuchel stayed behind to shake hands with an elated Neuhaus.
"Congratulations, you guys had a great season," Tuchel said.
"Thanks... By the way, are you heading to the Hornets next season?" Neuhaus asked suddenly, still excited.
Tuchel was taken aback. "Yeah, so well-informed."
"Of course, see you next season," Neuhaus said, grinning.
"Well, next time I won't show mercy," Tuchel replied with a slight smile before walking to the locker room.
The scene turned into a sea of red as everyone hugged and celebrated. Su Luo, the hero who won the championship, was thrown high into the air by his teammates. Assistant coach Hofstadter poured beer over Neuhaus's head.
"Come back to me, boy!" Neuhaus laughed and cursed, grabbing a beer and joining the players in a beer fight. The air smelled of beer as the staff set up the award platform for a simple championship ceremony.
The German Football Association sent Klinsmann to present the Bundesliga trophy to Union Berlin. "Gold Bomber" Klinsmann handed the championship trophy, the "salad plate," to captain Matuschka. Holding the heavy trophy, Matuschka felt as if it were a dream.
"Su, tell me quickly, this isn't a dream," Matuschka said.
"Captain, it's all true. We are champions!" Su Luo assured him.
"Help me hold it; let's lift it together." Matuschka and Su Luo stood in front of the team, raising the Bundesliga trophy together. Colorful fireworks flew, and the team song "Iron Alliance" played on the speakers.
"We are the champions!" Su Luo, holding the trophy, fell in love with the feeling but wondered if winning the Champions League would be even more thrilling.
After the ceremony, the entire Union Berlin team celebrated, heading straight to Berghain, the famous nightclub, where the owner, a fan of Union Berlin, treated everyone to free drinks. The scene descended into madness again.
Coach Neuhaus showed off his dancing skills, which, although humorous, were met with applause. Su Luo, for once, didn't connect to his illusion but celebrated with everyone until dawn—a sleepless night!
The next day, German media headlines read: "Chinese Teen Leads Red Team to Sweep the Bundesliga!" "Su Luo is God! His 59 goals helped Union Berlin win the championship!" "Beckenbauer: This is an incredible championship team. Su is a once-in-a-century player."
Media coverage detailed Union Berlin's historic season, including Su Luo's three consecutive hat-tricks at the start and the 4-4 draw with Bayern in the third round, proving Bayern Munich was beatable. From then on, Union Berlin's invincible journey began. Su Luo's terrifying efficiency of 2.5 goals per game was unprecedented in Europe. He scored 59 goals in the Bundesliga, becoming the brightest star.
Su Luo's Chinese identity added a layer of mystery. He proved that with the right support, world-class superstars could emerge from China. Su Luo became the golden symbol of Chinese football, the light of Asia. The debate about Asia's best player was over; Su Luo's performance left competitors like Son Heung-min and Shinji Kagawa far behind.
With more goals than Messi and Ronaldo, Su Luo had nothing left to prove in Asia. At just 18, his future promised even greater achievements. As a popular tweet from Chinese netizens said: "Sun Heung-min and the like are just fireflies; how dare they compete with the sun and the moon?"
With the championship secured, the remaining two Bundesliga games were mere formalities.
In the 33rd round, Union Berlin faced Wolfsburg, ranked third. As tradition dictates, the Wolfsburg players lined up on either side to welcome the new Bundesliga champions.
The away game ended in a 1-1 draw. Union Berlin fielded many substitutes, giving their main players a temporary rest. Su Luo, however, started as the striker and managed to score a goal without much possession. In the second half, he netted another goal from inside the penalty area, bringing his Bundesliga tally to 60 goals and setting a new single-season scoring record.
When Su Luo scored, the entire Mass Arena, including over 30,000 Wolfsburg fans, stood up and applauded for a full minute, honoring each of Su Luo's goals. The game paused momentarily as even the Wolfsburg players joined in the applause. Scoring 60 goals in a single season is truly a football miracle.
Grealish ran over, knelt on one knee, and performed a shoe-shine celebration for Su Luo. Other Union Berlin players, including Forsberg, Quinen, Naby Keita, and Trippier, also knelt on one knee, forming a circle around Su Luo as if the Twelve Knights of the Round Table were pledging allegiance to their new king. This unique celebration became an iconic moment in football history.
Not far away, Kevin De Bruyne watched Su Luo with envy. "Su, I'm afraid I can't compete with you right now. But I won't give up! I'll definitely surpass you someday!" De Bruyne clenched his fists, determined to keep fighting in the Premier League.
The penultimate round of the Bundesliga became Su Luo's "coronation ceremony."
In the final round of the Bundesliga, Union Berlin fielded all substitutes and youth team players against Freiburg. Despite the absence of major players like Grealish, Keita, and Forsberg, the stadium was packed with 22,467 fans, including the spirits of deceased relatives. The fans' unwavering support was evident as the substitute players and youth team members defeated Freiburg 1-0 at home.
In the last five minutes of the game, the head coach substituted Su Luo, allowing him to bask in the applause and cheers of the audience one last time this season. This was Su Luo's glorious moment.
Meanwhile, at the Allianz Arena, Bayern Munich thrashed Werder Bremen 8-0. Despite the victory, Guardiola showed no joy. As the final whistle blew, ending the Bundesliga season, Guardiola turned and headed to the locker room with a gloomy face. After losing the Bundesliga title and being knocked out of the Champions League by Barcelona, Bayern Munich's morale was at rock bottom. Guardiola blamed Union Berlin and the Chinese boy, Su Luo, for their misfortunes. "Next season will be different! Definitely!"
Union Berlin fans, unconcerned with Bayern's woes, cheered excitedly, celebrating a fantastic Bundesliga season and looking forward to the future. A week later, the German Cup final would take place: Union Berlin vs. Borussia Dortmund. Perhaps the double crown was not just a dream?
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