Football: Starting with the Crescent Moon Slash

In the 18th minute of the match, Real Sociedad's number 9 player was forced to leave the field due to injury, forcing Real Sociedad to make some personnel adjustments.

They brought on Portuguese midfielder Bruma, who is wearing number 7.

In the 24th minute of the match, Real Sociedad conceded a penalty.

Cristiano Ronaldo stood at the 12-yard box and unleashed a powerful shot, but the goalkeeper guessed the exact direction and saved the penalty.

Cristiano Ronaldo, as the person involved, angrily waved his hand to express his dissatisfaction.

Forty minutes later, facing Real Madrid's offensive, Real Sociedad's players were forced into a retreat, receiving three yellow cards early on.

They even conceded a penalty in the 42nd minute.

Cristiano Ronaldo steps up to the penalty spot once again.

His eyes were piercing as he stared intently at the goalkeeper, then he took a deep breath.

approach.

Break down the door!

Goal!

This time he chose to shoot in the same direction, while the goalkeeper lunged towards the opposite end.

At its core, a penalty kick is a game of strategy between the goalkeeper and the goalkeeper.

The first half ended.

Real Madrid took the lead at home thanks to a penalty from Cristiano Ronaldo.

During intermission, VIP boxes will offer exquisite meals for distinguished guests to choose from.

Jiang Yan and Emily had dinner together and chatted happily.

"I never imagined Miss Emily had such a hobby."

Emily smiled and put down her knife and fork.

"Remember what I was talking about regarding the perspective?" Jiang Yan nodded. "When you have some free time, go see Isabella. She might give you some inspiration."

Just as Jiang Yan was about to agree, he suddenly felt as if a pair of eyes were staring at him with ill intent from behind.

But when he turned around, the gaze had vanished.

Emily noticed Jiang Yan's strange behavior.

"What's wrong?"

Jiang Yan turned around and said, feigning nonchalance:

"It's nothing, it must be my imagination."

Those who can sit in the VIP box are all prominent figures in their respective industries; who would have the time to pay attention to them?

After the brief incident, the second half of the game officially began.

……

49th minute of the second half.

Substitute Bruma received an assist from Jonatas and tapped the ball into an empty net.

Real Sociedad fought back and equalized the score.

After 60 minutes, Real Madrid still couldn't break the draw, and James Rodriguez's poor form was visibly evident.

Compared to his performance in the previous game, James Rodriguez seemed like a completely different player in this game.

In the 65th minute, Benitez decisively substituted Kovacic for James Rodriguez.

The awkward thing is, James Rodriguez had just left the field.

In the 68th minute, Ronaldo scored after receiving an assist from Marcelo.

It's not so bad to score a goal, but it's embarrassing if someone is left out.

The cameras on the sidelines were also very considerate, focusing on James Rodriguez on the bench.

Ultimately, substitute Lucas Vázquez added the finishing touch, and Real Madrid defeated Real Sociedad 3-1, securing their second consecutive league victory.

……

I thought the media would criticize James Rodriguez's performance after the match.

however.

A report titled "Real Madrid's rising star reportedly dating the team's physiotherapist," accompanied by two sets of photos, spread throughout Madrid.

In the photo, Jiang Yan and Emily are chatting warmly and behaving intimately.

"I never expected that things off the football field would attract more attention than things on the field."

Jiang Yan was speechless in the face of this report.

If Qin Wanyu sees this...

Jiang Yan didn't even dare to think about it.

Just as he was puzzled, Benitez called.

"Jiang, I saw that report too. The higher-ups said a lot, so I will arrange for you to play in the away game against Rayo Vallecano."

Now that this report has been published, there is more criticism and discussion about Jiang Yan on social networks.

People seem to have forgotten his active role.

Fortunately, Benitez trusts him unconditionally and is willing to give him opportunities.

That's right,

As a professional player.

The best way to respond to public opinion is—

Show better performance and shut them up.

No sooner had Benitez hung up than Emily sent him a message.

Emily: I'm so sorry about what happened online. I never expected them to write such reports.

Jiang Yan: Don't worry, I'll shut them up with my grades.

Emily: My family has already taken care of this matter, and I estimate that the public outcry will subside soon. I'm sorry for causing you trouble...

Jiang Yan: Emily, there's no need for us to say these things. As a professional player, I will use my performance to shut up these rumor-mongers.

……

2016 1 Month 4 Day.

La Liga Round 18,

Real Madrid will travel to face Valencia, the "Bats".

Valencia CF was founded on March 18, 1919, in Valencia, Spain. Its home stadium is Mestalla Stadium, and the core of its crest is a bat (derived from a historical legend of the city of Valencia).

He has won six La Liga titles, eight Copa del Rey titles, and two Spanish Super Cup titles in China.

They have won one UEFA Cup, one UEFA Cup Winners' Cup, and two UEFA Super Cups in Europe; they have also reached the Champions League final twice.

Valencia is a long-established team in La Liga. Although the team has been struggling to avoid relegation in recent years, it has at least had a glorious past.

Valencia is also a team that Benitez once coached.

Benitez coached Valencia's "golden generation" from 01 to 04, winning two La Liga titles and one Europa League title.

Now, with his new team facing off against his old team, he's naturally generating a lot of buzz.

……

"Good evening, everyone. I am He Wei."

"I am Xu Yang."

"Tonight, the two of us will accompany all the fans to watch this La Liga match."

"I'm sure everyone has seen the news about Jiang Yan from a while ago. Coach He, what are your thoughts?"

"I think it's normal for a player to have his own life, and that's understandable, but to bench him from the team because of this is going too far."

"Yes, players are human too, and humans have emotions and desires. But I hope that Jiang Yan won't neglect his football career because of this."

"He missed the last game for some inexplicable reason, so he will definitely give it his all in this game. However, his name is not in the starting lineup, so we'll see when the head coach is willing to give him some playing time."

[Without Jiang Yan in the last match, Real Madrid would probably have drawn if it weren't for the referee!]

[The head coach must have lost his mind to start James Rodriguez. He's in such poor form, doesn't the coach see that?]

[Hehe, brothers, stop talking! Jiang Yan is back for this game! Go all in on the 3.5 handicap! Jiang Yan, carry me to victory!]

[Bro, since you're betting big, I'll just bet on under. Bet against the favorite in football, and you'll end up with a villa by the sea!]

[Haha, a bunch of gambling addicts who just bark and yell!]

【That means you don't understand. How can you feel excited if you don't have a ticket in hand? An electronic trading platform is still a platform!】

[Look at him! Jiang Yan has already unleashed several Crescent Moon Blade kicks just from warming up. He's in top form!]

……

Both teams returned to the locker room after warming up.

Perhaps because the opponent was his former team, Benitez's tactical instructions were particularly passionate.

"Jiang, I've heard about what happened off-site. Reporters love to capture these kinds of things, so don't worry about it too much."

Benzema sat down next to Jiang Yan and said in a low voice.

"Don't worry, Karim, for some reason, I'm in surprisingly good shape right now."