Football: My AI System Provides Max-Level Predictions-Chapter 671 - 465: Tennis superstar Djokovic shocked! Table tennis champion Ma Long exclaims: This is a chop!_2
Chapter 671: Chapter 465: Tennis superstar Djokovic shocked! Table tennis champion Ma Long exclaims: This is a chop!_2
The most special thing is that when the ball touches the ground, due to its rapid spin, it bounces back into the hitter’s half, leaving the opponent on the other side of the net with no chance to return the hit, only able to watch in admiration.
Djokovic is well acquainted with various exceptional skills in his field, but he has never used this trick in official matches during his tennis career, as he lacks the courage to try!
The difficulty of the White Whale Counterattack is immense, requiring precise control over the ball’s spin. The shot must possess both height and spin, and if the landing point or force is slightly off, it can be powerfully smashed by the opponent near the net!
But unexpectedly, Djokovic saw a similar scene on the soccer field.
His lips curled upward slowly, revealing a slight appreciative smile, and he inwardly exclaimed:
"It’s as though, at this moment, soccer and tennis have a magical connection. Haha, sports are indeed interconnected, I now understand this saying!"
...
Far away in China.
Table tennis superstar Ma Long, nestled in his dormitory bed, quietly watched the Manchester City match on his phone.
In August, Ma Long successfully won two gold medals in men’s singles and team events at the Rio de Janeiro Olympics in 2016!
However, Ma Long also enjoys watching soccer. On his first day back at the club, he found time among his busy schedule to watch the broadcast of this soccer match.
When Tang Long delivered that magical ground spin ball, Ma Long jumped straight up from the bed!
"That chop shot is divine!"
He couldn’t help but shout aloud, his face full of surprise and praise.
Table tennis emphasizes precise control and clever variations of the ball, and Tang Long’s control over the soccer ball evoked a strong resonance in Ma Long.
In table tennis matches, players place great importance on the ball’s spin: top spin, back spin, side spin... Starting from the serve to the final score, in the back-and-forth hits between both sides, the spin of the table tennis ball is omnipresent!
However, although Ma Long plays table tennis, he seldom plays soccer in daily life to avoid unnecessary injuries. He only watches soccer, yet Ma Long knows that table tennis balls are lighter and smaller, combined with the advanced technology of the rubber on rackets, it’s much easier to maneuver a small table tennis ball than controlling a soccer ball with one’s feet.
But Tang Long’s foot control over the soccer ball’s spin just now truly surpassed even using a racket to control a table tennis ball!
Tang Long’s kick conquered the soccer field spectators and also this superstar from the table tennis realm!
Sports are interconnected, one can see such amazing creativity across different fields.
Ma Long couldn’t help but sigh, indeed, people with "dragon" in their name rock at sports~
"If given the chance, I must go to England to watch a live match of Tang Long!"
...
Tang Long’s White Whale Counterattack on the soccer field completely shattered the psychological defense of the Borussia Monchengladbach players.
These Bundesliga players felt that Tang Long, standing on the field playing against them, came from another dimension. His control over the soccer far exceeded their understanding.
Entering the second half with a 1:1 score, Manchester City was also unstoppable.
Tang Long first assisted the substitute Sterling to score a goal, then, five minutes later, received a cross from Sterling in the penalty area and scored by seizing the opportunity.
Ultimately, Manchester City reversed Borussia Monchengladbach with a 3:1 win at home, marking the season’s opening victory in the Champions League.
And Tang Long was unsurprisingly named the single-match best player.
During the post-match media interviews, everyone’s questions focused on Tang Long’s White Whale Counterattack.
However, Tang Long did not want to discuss the technical application with these ers. Talking to them is pointless because without reaching his level, the essence he explains won’t be understood by them.
Tang Long just calmly said:
"This was a reversal; Manchester City hasn’t felt reversed in a long time because in previous leagues it was always us scoring first and leading all the way. Of course, we hope to always lead our opponents but this is impossible on the soccer field. We also need to learn how to win in adverse situations."
Guardiola, who was beside, frequently nodded, his gaze full of appreciation.
"Exactly! Learning how to reverse a match is equally valuable for the team. This will help us continuously grow."
Just after the press conference ended and he left the meeting room, he walked alone into the restroom, splashing cold water over his bald head repeatedly.
Looking at his haggard face in the mirror, he couldn’t help but muse: "Today was really close!"
Faced with the nemesis Borussia Monchengladbach right from the start, he set up three defenders and nearly played with fire.
If it wasn’t for Tang Long’s divine-level pass that helped Agüero equalize the score early in the first half, if a 0:1 score had entered the second half, facing Borussia Monchengladbach whom he hadn’t defeated in two years, Guardiola really wouldn’t have confidence in winning!
...
"Nemesis No Longer! Guardiola Finally Defeats the Opponent Unbeaten in Two Years!"
"Borussia Monchengladbach Faces Three Consecutive Defeats Against Manchester City! Itihad is Their Nightmare Ground!"
"Djokovic: I Watched the Whole Match, Tang’s Soccer Control Level Amazed Me!"
"Borussia Monchengladbach Coach Schubert Unconvinced: If It Weren’t for Tang’s Pass, We Would Have Scored Against Manchester City!"
"Starting with Five Consecutive Wins! Scoring 20 Goals, Losing Only 1, Who Can Defeat This Manchester City?"
Afterwards, all English media praised Manchester City’s performance in the Champions League.
In contrast, when Manchester City wins domestic league matches, some media would resent it, but when they win in the Champions League, they receive relatively better acclaim, since in European Wars, Manchester City represents the Premier League and the face of the nation’s top league.
Meanwhile, another Champions League group stage match was being played.
Manchester United, Manchester City’s local rival, also brought respect to the Premier League.
Their first-round opponent was stronger than Borussia Monchengladbach, it was Ligue 1 Paris Saint-Germain!
With De Bruyne’s opening goal and Ibrahim’s header sealing, Manchester United won 2:1 on the opponent’s field, also securing their first win in the season’s Champions League.
King of Biting Ibrahimovic’s decisive goal in the 73rd minute secured victory for Manchester United, and the Swedish striker showed no regard for the sentiments with his former club, directly raising his arm to the Paris fans in the stands, prompting boos from Prince Park stadium.
Ibrahim’s goal was assisted by De Bruyne!
Manchester United coach Pellegrini, although not openly expressing it, was genuinely surprised by De Bruyne’s performance in this match.
Because today De Bruyne’s attacking desire was much stronger than usual!
Despite being an attacking midfielder, he frequently roamed within both penalty areas of the opponent, creating excellent spaces for Bony and Ibrahim, while also scoring a long-range shot himself.
What surprised Pellegrini was that within just a week, De Bruyne seemed enlightened in the attacking third, handling the ball with more threat than ever!
His precision in passing remained, and after frequently entering the penalty area, he was also able to create chances.
Especially in the final moments, a feint to outwit the enemy, surpassing defenders Kimpembe and Marquinhos jointly, if not for slightly straightforward-angle shooting that was saved by the goalkeeper, De Bruyne might have scored twice!
At that moment, standing on the Prince Park field, Pellegrini scratched his white hair, suddenly feeling dazed.
"Hmm? Kevin’s play style today seems a bit like Tang?"
(Another Chapter is currently being written, will be released around one o’clock)
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