On the blazing football field, the game had entered an intense phase.
The Barcelona players surged forward like an unstoppable torrent, launching wave after wave of attacks.
Chelsea could only fall back into a passive defensive stance.
Su Luo kept a close eye on the pitch. As Chelsea's core player and on-field leader, he was responsible for organizing the team's defensive tactics at this critical moment.
Keenly alert, he spotted a mistake by Barcelona—an error from their No. 573, who lost control of the ball.
It was a rare opportunity, and Su Luo made an instant decision.
Without hesitation, he charged forward and struck the ball with a precise and powerful kick toward Barcelona's goal.
Whoosh! The ball sliced through the air, curved into a perfect arc, and slammed into the back of the net.
Cheers erupted across the stadium—Chelsea had taken the lead!
Su Luo was thrilled, but beneath the surface, he felt even more tense than before.
He recalled the advice his former teammate Hazard had once given him:
"When you're leading against a strong team, stay calm—never get complacent."
Su Luo understood he couldn't afford to relax.
Barcelona was not discouraged by conceding the goal. On the contrary, they launched an even more aggressive offensive.
Like a relentless flood, they charged toward Chelsea's defense, trying to level the score.
Chelsea's players defended with everything they had, but they could feel the intense pressure mounting.
Sweat dripped from their brows, and the frenzied atmosphere made every heartbeat thunder in their chests. Barcelona's attacks hit Chelsea's goal like a violent storm.
The sounds of Barcelona players shouting and passing the ball filled the stadium as they tried to penetrate Chelsea's solid back line.
Su Luo watched their every move, his eyes burning with determination.
He knew that only by maintaining a stable defense could they preserve their lead.
So he threw himself into challenges without hesitation, intercepting passes and applying constant pressure to win back precious defensive opportunities.
Lukaku and Javier also gave it their all, constantly pressing the Barcelona players, preventing them from getting clean shots on goal.
Their teamwork was flawless, forming an unbreakable wall in front of Chelsea's goal.
Su Luo's jersey was soaked in sweat, but he never slowed down.
On the contrary, he pushed himself harder, using every bit of his skill and strength to disrupt the opponent's rhythm again and again.
The tension on the field was palpable, and a heavy atmosphere hung over the entire stadium.
Barcelona fans chanted and roared, their voices echoing throughout the stands.
Chelsea fans held their breath, praying their team could protect the fragile lead.
Su Luo felt the immense pressure on his shoulders, knowing he carried the hopes of the entire team.
He constantly reminded himself to remain calm and focused.
With unwavering concentration, he tracked Barcelona's movement, searching for and blocking any potential attack routes.
Minute by minute, time ticked away.
Chelsea's players threw themselves into every challenge, defending each of Barcelona's attempts with grit and unity.
The tension on the field showed no sign of easing. One mistake could cost them everything.
Su Luo's heart pounded with both pressure and purpose.
He understood he was the anchor of the team's defense—the symbol of their fighting spirit.
There was no room for error, no moment to relax. Every move he made had to be fast, decisive, and efficient.
As the game went on, Su Luo began to feel the tempo accelerating.
Barcelona refused to give up. With continuous adjustments and unrelenting attacks, they tried to pry open Chelsea's tightly sealed defense.
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