But no matter how many challenges he faced, Tang Long would always rise again through sheer willpower and his love for football!
"Get them!"
A shout filled with strength and determination burst from Tang Long's mouth.
He pushed hard against the ground with both hands, his whole body springing up like a coil compressed to the extre that suddenly released, standing upright in an instant!
The movent caught everyone by surprise; the surrounding Manchester City players threw glances of amazent his way.
Guardiola was also stunned, stopping his ongoing speech to stare blankly at Tang Long. Just then, the referee signaled for all players to return to the field, with both sides switching places, as the second half of extra ti in the Champions League final was about to start.
Watching as the players, exhausted to their limits, raced onto the field, an anxious Guardiola continued to shout loudly:
"Rember, hold on for , as long as we drag it into a penalty shootout, we can beat them!"
The second half began with Manchester City taking the kickoff.
Tang Long placed his foot on the ball, slowly lifting his gaze to the Real Madrid players on the other side: C Luo, Benzema, Bell, Morata, Kroos, Varane, Ramos, Carvajal, Navas…
These players were giants in the world of football. Tall and imposing, their eyes brimd with confidence and authority, exuding the Galaxy Battleship's overwhelming and unique aura.
However, at that mont, Tang Long saw them as re trees standing in front of him, forming a forest.
This scene mirrored the 'grassland forest' he envisioned while lying on the ground during the halfti break.
So, for a fleeting mont, Tang Long found peace in his heart.
He realized that these Real Madrid players standing before him were no different from the challenges he had faced in his three-year professional career.
Whether it was formidable opponents or challenging match situations, they were just obstacles on his football journey.
Facing them courageously, embracing their challenges, and then defeating them was Tang Long's most fundantal football mindset, a belief that had accompanied him throughout his three-year career.
This belief, like a blazing fire, burned brighter and brighter in his heart, granting him endless power and courage.
Ju—
"With a blow of the referee's whistle, the second half of extra ti for the 2016 - 2017 Champions League final officially begins!"
"I believe that the Chinese fans who've held on to this point are die-hard football enthusiasts, eagerly anticipating the goals and the surprises this feast will bring."
"In front of TVs and on stands, countless eyes are glued to the pitch, and our heartbeats race with the progress of the match!"
"Both sides have provided us with a spectacular Champions League final over 105 minutes, with 6 goals, an exceptional rarity in a final."
"Naturally, while the scores are currently level, Real Madrid holds an unparalleled advantage."
"They have one extra player, it's 11 against 10."
"Moreover, Morata has just co onto the field with ample stamina, likely serving as a valuable breakthrough point for Real Madrid."
"On the other hand, Manchester City, be it in personnel endurance or numbers, lacks the advantage, and pulling the match to a penalty shootout seems to be their best hope."
"The next 15 minutes undoubtedly promise a tragically fierce battle. The question is: Can Manchester City withstand the Galaxy Battleship's avalanche of assaults?"
Real Madrid indeed launched wave upon wave of ferocious attacks against Manchester City.
Nicknad the Galaxy Battleship, their offensive was akin to an aircraft carrier anchored by the shore, launching a relentless barrage at the coast.
Real Madrid players moved the ball with seamless precision, their attack rhythm tight and sharp, repeatedly assaulting Manchester City's defense line.
Manchester City seed to have beco like a turtle retreating into its shell, only managing to resist Real Madrid's aggression with stubborn fortitude.
For them, maintaining any hold within the 10-ter area in front of the penalty box is already pushing the limit.
As for the midfield, it was entirely dominated and controlled by Real Madrid!
Even though the midfield maestro Modric was taken off, Kroos was equally matched, and the newly substituted Morata proved to be a comprehensive talent. Not only was he speedy and tall, but his stamina and coverage were extensive.
He did not stick tightly to the striker position but moved back and forth on both wings; his running range was equivalent to two Manchester City players.
This made Manchester City's defense even more challenging, and for a while, they were utterly passive.
On the sidelines, Guardiola watched with frustration, scratching his head endlessly.
With tightly furrowed brows, his eyes bore frustration and helplessness.
Truth be told, under these circumstances, tactics were now irrelevant. Manchester City's only reliance lay in the resilience of the defensive line led by Kompany, hoping they could hold off for the grueling 15 minutes.
Otherwise, a single goal exceeding Real Madrid's score would plunge Manchester City into an abyss of no return, turning all their efforts into re bubbles of illusion…
Bam!
C Luo cut in from the left and blasted a powerful shot directly onto the intersection of the crossbar and the post!
Thunk!
Bell and Kroos executed a one-two on the left, a low-angle shot from Bell punched away by Bravo!
Boom!
Marcelo's cross from the left found an unmarked Morata at the far post, darting like a ghost, his powerful header narrowly missing the goal!
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