Chapter 130: King Of Berlin! The Dominance Of Chinese Players!

After Leverkusen defeated Union Berlin 4-3, the German media went wild, treating Union Berlin like a public enemy.

Munich Evening Post: "Third-line battle led to the team's collapse."

Kicker: "Union Berlin's lineup is weak, suffering from Su Luo dependence."

Bild: "The small club cannot withstand a third-line battle, Bayern's odds of winning the championship return to first place!"

The Berlin Post: "Union Berlin may consider focusing on a single front. The top four in the league and the top eight in the Champions League would be their best results."

It's undeniable that the impact of fighting on three fronts has already started to show. With only one lineup, it's hard for Union Berlin to cover all bases. If they manage to reach the Champions League knockout stage, the second half of their season will be even tougher! Physical fitness, injuries, and morale could become the fuse for Union Berlin's collapse.

Even top European clubs struggle with the pressure of multi-line battles. The most famous example is Arsenal. Many wealthy clubs also find it difficult to balance, which is why so few teams have won the treble. The only clubs to win the sextuple are Barcelona and, in the future, Bayern Munich.

A luxurious lineup, a deep bench, seamless cooperation between coaches and players, superstars consistently performing, and a bit of luck are all needed to create a dominant team. Even Real Madrid, who won three consecutive Champions League titles from 2016 to 2018, sometimes lost the league title.

In contrast, for Union Berlin to achieve good results in the Champions League while defending their league title is almost impossible. Before the 8th round of the Bundesliga, Union Berlin faced Schalke 04, and almost all of Germany believed the demoralized Union Berlin would be defeated. Schalke 04, on a strong run after defeating Frankfurt 2-0 for their fourth consecutive league victory, seemed poised to win.

Schalke's rising stars, Choupo-Moting and Goretzka, were seen as key to defeating Union Berlin. Faced with this public opinion, Union Berlin's coach, Neuhaus, was puzzled.

"Is this the stereotype of small clubs? Why does everyone think we'll crash instantly? What are these myths about rich clubs?" he asked.

At the pre-match press conference, Neuhaus remained confident. "Why can't we fight on multiple fronts? Whether it's the starters or the substitutes, everyone can be a hero!"

He had reason to be confident. Christopher Quinn, previously unknown, had become a Bundesliga star with his stunning bicycle kick that defeated Manchester City. Rumors even suggested that Loew was calling him to join the national team training. Scoring in two consecutive rounds had put Quinn in the spotlight.

However, the media viewed Neuhaus as stubborn. Schalke 04's coach, Andre Breitenreiter, also expressed his confidence in winning. "Borussia, Manchester City, Bayer Leverkusen—they all showed us how to beat Union Berlin. And while their morale is low, ours is high!"

"The difference in strength between the two sides isn't that big. In some positions, Schalke 04 might even be stronger! In this game, we have the advantage!"

Breitenreiter's impassioned speech received applause from the reporters. Di Matteo, who had led Schalke with poor results last season, resigned in the summer. Jens Keller, the original head coach, was dismissed after a game against Su Luo. Di Matteo, who replaced him, started to improve but then faced Su Luo again and was also dismissed. Breitenreiter, aware of Su Luo's "coach killer" reputation, was nervous despite his bold words.

Bundesliga coaches facing Su Luo are always on edge. Freezing Su Luo is a challenge for all coaches. Currently, the best strategy is to crowd the midfield to cut off his support and use fast, strong defenders to prevent his breakthroughs and headers. Stealing a goal or two and then defending desperately is their best chance to beat Union Berlin.

But Breitenreiter forgot one thing: Su Luo only played 29 minutes in their last game. If the game had lasted five minutes longer, the result might have been different.

In short, with all of Germany expecting Union Berlin to lose, the tension was palpable.

The 8th round of the Bundesliga kicks off!

Union Berlin is at home against Schalke 04!

To support their team, the old Forest Management Stadium is once again packed.

Uncle Hans and the others are giving it their all, shouting from the North Stand.

"CCTV, here is the 2015-16 season, the highlight of the 8th round of the Bundesliga, live for you!"

"Union Berlin welcomes the challenge of Bundesliga powerhouse Schalke 04 at home!"

"Union Berlin suffered their first defeat of the season in the last round, ending their winning streak in all competitions."

"Schalke 04 has secured four consecutive victories, and their morale is high!"

"Currently, Bayern Munich has won seven consecutive matches and leads the standings with 21 points."

"Union Berlin lost one game and is temporarily in second place with 18 points."

"If they drop more points in this game, Union Berlin will be in a more difficult position in the title race..."

"Let's see next..."

Duan Xuan from CCTV 5 is about to introduce the starting lineups of both teams when the tempo on the pitch suddenly accelerates!

"Hey, look at the ball!"

Schalke 04 didn't possess the ball initially. They retreated and set up a solid defensive formation, leaving only Di Santo up front, while Choupo-Moting fell back to the edge of the penalty area.

André Breitenreiter sits firmly in his chair. Facing such dense defense early on, no matter how strong Su Luo is... WTF??

Su Luo retreats to the edge of the penalty area to receive the ball, with no Union Berlin players in the box. Schalke 04's backline moves slightly forward, just outside the penalty area.

Mahrez isn't playing today; instead, Quinine, in excellent form recently, is on the right. Leroy Sane, a former Schalke 04 player, is the left winger. Schalke 04 players are well aware of Sane's impact and focus heavily on the left.

In the first 30 seconds, Union Berlin also focuses on the left. Sane tries to dribble through multiple times but is always double-teamed. Unable to break through, Sane passes the ball back to Forsberg. Forsberg sees Su Luo breaking away and instinctively passes the ball to him!

Su Luo is about to catch the ball outside the penalty area. Schalke 04 players focus intently on him, ready to block any long shots or breakthroughs.

Su Luo receives the ball with his back to the goal, confronting Schalke midfielder Goretzka. Goretzka suddenly feels a strong push. How can Su Luo, so slender, be this strong?

But it doesn't matter. With solid defense behind him... what the f**k?

Goretzka and Breitenreiter react simultaneously! Su Luo, back to the goal, doesn't stop the ball but sends a half-high pass to the other side of the penalty area!

Goretzka looks instinctively, thinking it's a bad pass.

But then, shock hits him! The entire Schalke 04 team is stunned!

When the football falls into the penalty area, a red figure springs out from the blue crowd like a ghost! He stops the ball effortlessly and strides into the penalty area! The whole sequence is seamless!

The Schalke 04 defender raises his hand, signaling offside, but the linesman doesn't care!

"Quinine! He's in!!"

The goalkeeper hasn't moved, but Quinine shoots decisively!

It's so sudden that Schalke 04 goalkeeper Fährmann doesn't react. Quinine's low shot pierces the goal!

"Only 1 minute into the game, Union Berlin scores the first goal!"

"Su Luo's pass is perfect! Quinine can easily adjust the ball and finish beautifully!"

"1:0!!"

Duan Xuan clenches his fists and cheers!

Su Luo's playing style this season is becoming more mature, more masterful. He is no longer limited to a single skill but can threaten the goal in various ways.

Who could have imagined that, in just one summer, his passing level would soar from bronze to master level? The vision and execution of his pass resemble that of Real Madrid's Luka Modric, and the technique and route choice remind one of Kevin De Bruyne.

Even if Su Luo doesn't play as a striker, he can excel as a playmaker in midfield!

This assist excites Chinese fans!

Since Su Luo's Bundesliga debut, they have witnessed the growth of a future superstar!

"Su Luo will definitely become a world superstar. This assist is amazing!"

"Quinine, a Bundesliga-level player, can become first-class with Su Luo's support."

"Don't talk about the future; Su Luo is already a superstar!"

Indeed, if you ask random fans in other European countries, half of them already know about Su Luo! Especially in Seville and Manchester, where fans are highly impressed with Su Luo!

Thanks to Su Luo's assist, Quinine has now scored three goals in a row! He is experiencing his highlight moment!

Excited, Quinine almost cries with joy. He rushes to Su Luo, kneels on one knee, and makes a shoe-shine motion. The Union Berlin players form a circle around them, bowing with their hands outstretched in a gesture of worship. This scene deeply moves Chinese fans.

"Our compatriots can one day receive such treatment in top European league clubs!"

Duan Xuan is stunned, filled with emotion.

"Lord! Lord! Lord!"

Su Luo, King of the Old Forest Management Office, King of the Iron Union!

The fans at the scene shout in unison, their voices breaking through the sky!

Schalke 04 coach Breitenreiter suddenly feels a deep sense of powerlessness. Before the game, why did he believe they could win? How can you win against such a monster?

Although the game has just started, he already has no hope of a comeback.

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