Chapter 207 Don't Be Afraid Of Headwinds, Su Luo Is An Expert In Reversals!

"Ooooh! This game is finally getting interesting!"

"Arsenal's early attacks seem to have left Chelsea stunned!"

"Their defenders look like they're still dazed!"

"Poor Courtois—he only conceded 1 goal in the first 6 rounds of this season. Now, he's already conceded three in less than 45 minutes!"

"Conte's expression is one of frustration. It seems he can only hope for a miracle."

"Yes, there is a player known for creating miracles, and he's on the team!"

Sky Sports commentator Jim Beglin said with a hint of sarcasm.

Looking at the scoreboard, this game is truly surprising!

Su Luo couldn't believe it. How did Chelsea fall so far behind?

The scoreboard at the Emirates Stadium read 3:0!

And this was Arsenal's home ground.

In just 28 minutes, Arsenal were leading Chelsea 3-0!

Even Zhan Jun was at a loss.

"It seems that this sudden change in the defensive partnership has had a significant impact on Chelsea's defense."

"Chelsea, which had a smooth start to the season, is now facing its first major crisis."

"Can they turn it around?"

Earlier in the Emirates Stadium Dressing Room

Half an hour ago, after Rudiger finished warming up, he reported to the team doctor that his thigh was bothering him. Following an examination, the doctor advised that he be replaced for safety reasons.

David Luiz, who was originally scheduled for rotation in this game, would now be called upon due to Zouma's recurring injury. Thus, the veteran Chelsea partner was put in the lineup.

When the game started, the audience noticed a change in Chelsea's starting lineup. Gary Cahill partnered with Terry in defense.

"Chelsea has changed their centre-back pairing with Rudiger unavailable. Arsenal, the home team, had two extra days of rest and are playing their favored 4-2-3-1 formation."

"Their goalkeeper is Petr Cech, a former Chelsea player."

"Defenders: Bellerin, Mustafi, Koscielny, and Monreal;"

"Midfielders: Cazorla, new signing Xhaka, Walcott, and Iwobi are positioned on the wings, with Xhaka in the middle;"

"The lone striker is Sanchez, with Giroud on the bench."

"Wenger's formation is somewhat akin to a no-striker setup, focusing on quick, small passes and cuts."

Initially, Zhan Jun didn't notice anything unusual. He expected Chelsea to continue dominating Arsenal, given their recent form.

"Conte is the 12th Chelsea manager Arsène Wenger has faced... but Arsenal haven't won any of the nine encounters with Chelsea in the Premier League!"

"The last time Arsenal defeated Chelsea was in October 2011!"

"Arsenal haven't even scored against Chelsea in the last six games."

At first, Arsenal seemed to be at a disadvantage and were expected to be overwhelmed by Chelsea's form.

Chelsea started with the advantage, using their defensive counter-attacks to keep Arsenal at bay. Arsenal was reluctant to commit too many players forward.

However, with just Sanchez, Iwobi, Walcott, and Özil up front, a 4v7 situation was challenging.

Cazorla occasionally moved up to assist in the attack, but this left only Xhaka in the midfield, making it easier for Chelsea to break through Arsenal's defense.

It seemed inevitable that Arsenal would concede if things continued this way.

But in the 12th minute, an unexpected incident occurred on the field!

Ivanovic had the ball, but Kanter, Su Luo, Matic, and others were all marked by Arsenal players. To play it safe, Ivanovic passed the ball back to the central defender and moved to the left for space.

However, Gary Cahill reacted too late and mishandled the pass. Sanchez, quick to seize the opportunity, stole the ball, advanced into the penalty area, and scored with a close-range shot.

Courtois and Terry were caught off guard by the sudden turn of events!

Arsenal led 1-0!

Following the goal, Arsenal's momentum soared. They continued pressing forward. Xhaka's interception won the ball and passed it to Walcott.

Walcott advanced down the left wing, and Iwobi delivered a quick cross. The ball reached Walcott's feet at the far post!

Walcott maneuvered past Azpilicueta and scored from a tight angle!

2:0!

Two goals in just two minutes!

The Emirates Stadium erupted. Wenger's team had taken the lead against Chelsea for the first time in years!

Perhaps shaken by the initial goal, Chelsea's defense seemed disoriented. The full-backs were almost non-existent, allowing Arsenal to pass through effortlessly.

Gary Cahill was ineffective as well. The two goals triggered a chain reaction, with Chelsea's midfield suffering frequent passing errors.

During critical moments, neither Matic nor Willian could locate Su Luo's position.

Su Luo was marked by Cazorla and Xhaka in turn, surrounded by Arsenal's four-man front line and two midfielders.

Finding other players was possible, but Su Luo remained well-guarded.

After 20 minutes, Su Luo had only a few touches on the ball.

At the 27th minute, Chelsea finally connected with Su Luo.

He made a timely through pass to Bellerin behind the defense. If Ajar had reached the ball in the penalty area, it could have been a serious threat.

But Ajar was caught off guard by Su Luo's swift penetration, starting a step late. The ball was cleared by Mustafi!

Arsenal quickly counterattacked. Özil and Cazorla passed the ball rapidly through midfield, setting up an effective attack.

Özil and Sanchez combined with Iwobi, moving the ball smoothly to the front line.

Sanchez crossed from the left, creating an inverted triangle cross. Özil volleyed and scored, beating Courtois for the third time!

3:0!

This was the scene that Jim Beglin described with derision.

For neutral fans, a victory by Arsenal over Chelsea would be a welcome surprise and would make the Premier League look more competitive this season.

Chelsea, clearly struggling, gave up their offensive efforts by the end of the first half. Su Luo hurriedly assisted in defense to prevent further goals.

It was clear that the team wasn't invincible. They performed well with the wind, but struggled in adverse conditions.

Conte saw this critical issue. While Su Luo was in good form, playing a crucial role in both offense and defense, the rest of the team seemed to be underperforming.

The defensive adjustments led to a near-collapse, and the first half ended 3:0. Both sides retreated to their locker rooms, leaving a slim glimmer of hope for Chelsea.

In the away dressing room of the Emirates Stadium, Conte resembled a mafia godfather, his arms folded and his eyes scanning the Chelsea players with a grim expression. He then broke into a forced smile, which only served to make the atmosphere even colder.

"Very good, Bravo!" Conte began, his tone icy. "Your performance has been truly eye-opening!"

"In the second half, how many more goals do you plan to concede? Who will tell me… Gary, tell me."

"I… I don't know," Gary Cahill stammered, clearly uncomfortable under Conte's intense gaze. He was directly responsible for some of the goals conceded, and his hesitation only fueled Conte's anger.

Seeing Gary falter, Conte's frustration grew.

"John, what do you have to say?"

Captain John Terry, experienced and quick to respond, assured Conte, "Coach, we didn't focus in the first half, but we'll correct that in the second."

"I think you're getting complacent!" Conte slammed his fist against the wall. "Do you think you're invincible after winning six straight games at the start? Su Luo, the hero who saved the game, is putting in serious effort. What are you doing?"

"I suggest you forget about past victories and start each game fresh!" Conte continued, his voice rising. "Remember, we're here to compete for the championship! Show the Premier League champions what you're made of!"

With that, Conte stormed out of the locker room, leaving the team without any new tactical instructions. He believed the issue was purely mental, and that the tactics from the first half were still applicable.

The locker room fell silent, the tension palpable.

Captain Terry broke the silence, rallying his teammates. "Did you hear that? Let's give it our all in the second half. Don't let the coach down."

As the players prepared to head back onto the field, Terry lingered behind with Su Luo.

"Su, do you think we have a chance to turn this around?" Terry asked.

"Of course," Su Luo replied confidently. "I've come back from three-goal deficits before."

"That's good to hear," Terry said, relieved. "It's a good thing we have you. If it were Batshuayi or Diego Costa, we'd have little chance."

With Su Luo on the field, there was still hope for a miraculous turnaround. This was the difference between ordinary players and world-class superstars.

As the second half began, commentators noted Chelsea's lack of substitutions and the team's continued sluggishness. Arsenal took advantage, pressing their attack and keeping Courtois busy.

"Sanchez moves to the left and gets past Ivanovic!"

"He takes a low shot from a tight angle!"

"Courtois makes the save! But Walcott's follow-up!"

"The shot goes over the bar!"

Arsenal continued to control the game, with Cazorla dictating the tempo.

"Ochal takes a strike! A sudden acceleration and a pass!"

"Iwobi with a shot! Great save by Terry!"

"Ochal dribbles across, passes back with his heel!"

"Xhaka's long shot!"

"Just over the bar! That was close!"

Despite Arsenal's pressure, Su Luo didn't retreat. Although his new season form was still developing, he analyzed Arsenal's defensive gaps and positioned himself strategically around the midfield.

"Come on, break free, give it to me!" Su Luo urged his teammates.

In the 67th minute, Chelsea made a clearance. Azpilicueta's long pass reached Lukaku's head, in line with Conte's tactic to counter high pressing.

Lukaku, leaping near the center line, headed the ball back.

"Wait, Lukaku's header!"

Koscielny was caught off guard as Su Luo sprinted forward like lightning.

"Su Luo!!!"

The Arsenal defenders were stunned, not noticing Su Luo's dangerous position until it was too late.

"Shit!" Wenger swore under his breath.

Seeing Su Luo burst through, control the ball with a burst of speed, and charge toward the penalty area, Arsenal's defenders were left floundering.

"Su Luo's one-on-one!"

Zhan Jun, the commentator, was excited. If Su Luo scored, Chelsea would still have hope.

Facing Cech, Su Luo remained calm.

"Just like Ronaldo, do it again!" Su Luo channeled his inner hero.

"This is his favorite moment!"

"Su Luo's dazzling move!"

"After Ronaldo's retirement, Su Luo has inherited his signature moves!"

"Swinging left and right! Beautiful! Cech is fooled! Su Luo accelerates and gets past him!"

The Emirates Stadium fell into a stunned silence as Arsenal fans felt the familiar fear of being outplayed by a Chinese superstar.

"Su Luo's spectacular goal has given Chelsea a lifeline!"

"The game isn't over yet!"

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