CHAPTER 1083: CHAPTER 347: THE HIGHEST REALM OF UNOPPOSED PLAY WITHOUT INJURY

Even if French players have talent.

Benzema is even hailed as the new XX, connected with countless superstars.

But Gerland Stadium sees Huang Kaiwen’s goal and can only exclaim in admiration.

Many players can have a moment of brilliance, handling with genius, bypassing the opponent in front of the penalty area or at some position on the field.

However, consistently using multiple technical moves for a beautiful and reasonable dribble followed by a goal is something few can achieve.

Although Huang Kaiwen’s move this time wasn’t a solo run, it was no less valuable than his own solo goal-scoring.

Huntelaar’s somewhat off-target pass allowed Huang Kaiwen’s volley side-kick shot.

The 42,000-capacity Gerland Stadium had no mental barriers, turning directly to applaud Huang Kaiwen.

After all, the French are very accepting.

Offering applause in front of a strong team and then turning around to admonish players for lack of effort.

Just like they did to French women during World War II.

The slender Faria was jumping up and down beside Steve Clarke, shouting: "See, a substitution making an immediate impact; is there anyone more decisive than Kevin?"

Without waiting for Clarke to respond, Faria shouted himself: "No, absolutely not! The strong yet humble Kevin is the best weapon in the world, I believe today’s match is a win for sure."

Steve Clarke brushed off Faria’s hand, covering the back of his neck with his hand, said: "I remember you criticized Andre Villas-Boas for being overly obsequious in front of Kevin."

Faria’s waving hand stopped in mid-air, turning to look at Clarke.

A few seconds later, he stiffened his neck and explained: "Acknowledging Kevin’s strength doesn’t equate to being obsequious in front of him; we have a respectful coach and player relationship, and even acting as temporary head coach, I will maintain authority, showing what a coach should do."

"Alright then, I hope you can manage that."

Steve Clarke said.

Normally, he is the assistant coach, and Faria is the fitness coach.

The interim head coach after Boas should be him.

However, these things are all about factions, closeness.

Though he also once worked with Sir Robson at Newcastle and shares the same mentor with Mourinho and Boas.

But Faria was one of the few people Mourinho could talk to during his less favorable times at Barca.

Mourinho’s trust in Faria is even higher than in Boas.

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"Guys, if we don’t win at home, it will be very difficult away."

Juninho Pernambucano spoke with the captain’s armband: "So today, no matter what, we must fight for a victory."

"We will give our best."

Toulalan said.

"Then let’s strive to stop Kevin."

Boumsong nodded and said.

Benzema stood motionless, feeling the performance of his teammates seemed absurd.

Whether striving for a victory or stopping Kevin, both are impossible tasks.

From the moment Huang Kaiwen took the field, Benzema knew that Lyon’s Champions League journey had ended; this season, they can only fight for the league and domestic cups.

Unexpectedly, these teammates are still quite confident.

Hadn’t they faced Kevin before?

They still managed to say such things.

Benzema couldn’t bear to dampen his teammates, but he truly disagreed with their fighting spirit.

Resuming play, Benzema passed the ball back to Juninho Pernambucano.

Although labeled as a free-kick specialist, it overshadowed Juninho Pernambucano’s traits.

In reality, this Brazilian midfielder has not only free-kick skills but also good technique and vision.

It’s just that his free-kick strength made people overlook him as the midfield core of seven-time champion, Lyon.

After getting the ball, Juninho Pernambucano flicked his right foot, directly bypassing the onrushing Huntelaar; then he wasn’t hurried to launch an attack, but instead passed horizontally to Markoon.

When Huntelaar rushed over, Markoon looked for an opportunity to pass back to Juninho Pernambucano.

Only then did Juninho Pernambucano carry the ball forward himself.

His speed wasn’t too fast, but not slow either.

Born in Brazil, Juninho Pernambucano had excellent fundamentals, with the ball consistently at his feet when dribbling.

Huang Kaiwen initiated pressure from the center circle.

Juninho Pernambucano dared not be careless.

He directly chose to slow down, controlling the ball closer to his feet, waiting for Huang Kaiwen to close in.

For every Brazilian player.

Huang Kaiwen is an unavoidable name.

Juninho Pernambucano, besides practicing free kicks daily, also watched many recordings of Huang Kaiwen’s matches.

He could only lament that Brazil has never seen such talent.

Although sometimes Huang Kaiwen’s defense might not be strong, he still gave him considerable attention.

Swish—

Huang Kaiwen extended his leg directly towards the ball in front of Juninho Pernambucano’s right foot.

Juninho Pernambucano quickly withdrew his right foot, then flicked the ball behind him, moving it to the left side.

Having failed to intercept, Huang Kaiwen maintained his balance, taking a slight step to the right.

The original strike always left room.

Seeing Huang Kaiwen’s legs spread wide, Juninho Pernambucano momentarily considered sending the ball through Huang Kaiwen’s legs.

But considering Huang Kaiwen’s reaction ability, he abandoned the idea.

The Lyon captain dribbled diagonally towards the left wing, followed closely by Huang Kaiwen.

The two were locked in battle at the center line, neither entering the other’s half first.

But as they got closer to the left flank, the brief peace was about to end.

The Lyon fans on the nearby stands dared not breathe, fearing to impact their captain and let the ball be intercepted by Huang Kaiwen.