C7 The Goal

After selecting the match, Suren observed Millenium High's frenzied Steal attempts that had nearly thrown their lineup off balance. Suren received the ball from a teammate and, amidst the chaos, relied on his decent dribbling skills to evade the opposing players' challenges. Lucian eagerly activated his Copy Card.

With the system confirming the successful activation and a countdown appearing, Lucian sprang to his feet and hurried to the edge of the field. He gestured forcefully with both hands and bellowed, "Attack! Attack! Attack!"

Hearing their leader's command, the players surged toward the opponent's goal. At that moment, Suren, who was in possession of the ball, seemed to channel the spirit of Frank Rijkaard, showcasing the pinnacle of a top-league centre three-quarter's abilities.

Frank Rijkaard, one of the Three Swordsmen of Dutch, was especially favored by the legendary Cruyff during his five-year tenure coaching Ajax. Recognizing Rijkaard's footballing traits and technical prowess, Cruyff positioned him as a centre three-quarter and named him captain, entrusting him with the team's strategic organization.

Under Cruyff's mentorship, Rijkaard blossomed into a remarkable footballer. He not only excelled in orchestrating both offense and defense but also scored 39 goals and delivered stellar performances in the World Cup qualifiers.

Rijkaard's exceptional talent and impeccable training made him versatile enough to play any position on the field except goalkeeper. He was truly a once-in-a-generation prodigy. Lucian had always admired this footballing genius in his past life, and upon becoming the head coach of Tarragona, he longed to have Rijkaard on his team.

The chance came in 1987 when AC Milan poached Rijkaard's close companions, Gullit and Basten, leaving him feeling isolated and underperforming at Ajax. After a particularly lackluster match against The Hague, where Cruyff criticized his lack of passion, Rijkaard, unable to bear it any longer, left the club in a huff, parting ways with his mentor.

Lucian, well-versed in this history, wasted no time in seizing the moment. He preemptively signed Gullit and Basten with a substantial offer and, as soon as Rijkaard left Ajax, he secured him for his own team, successfully uniting the Three Swordsmen of Dutch under his leadership.

They had made countless contributions to Lucian's defense of the Treble title in 1987.

Such a top-tier star, who could be ranked among the best in the history of international football, was in his prime like Zhao Zilong, who had charged in and out seven times at Changban. Facing the enemy's encirclement, Suren breezed through and advanced the ball to the front court.

"What did I just witness? The head coach of Sandalwood School actually instructed his players to go on the offensive just as they were about to lose the ball. And his players actually heeded his call, pushing forward en masse."

"Wow, that was incredible! Little Guan, did you see that? That player just dribbled past five defenders. Despite being besieged by Millenium High, he managed to charge through with the ball. That move was definitely at a professional level."

No, his dribbling skills have already exceeded those of most professional players. Even in the Super League, there are few who could match him. What's this player's name? Damn, I don't know. Where's the roster? I'd bet he's going to be the future of Vispheno football, a surefire superstar."

In reality, the opposition was simply too weak to fully test Rijkaard's abilities. Nevertheless, Suren's performance had everyone's jaws dropping in astonishment.

Several coaches from the provincial team had already begun inquiring about Suren's name. It looked like they'd be knocking on his door as soon as the match ended.

It wasn't just the provincial team; representatives from the Super League clubs were also showing interest in Suren. It's unlikely that any club would remain indifferent to the impressive display from this agile 'little fatty'.

Meanwhile, Abram was channeling Basten. Though he played as a forward and Basten was a centre-forward, both carried the mantle of lead scorer. As a member of the Three Swordsmen of Dutch, Basten had earned the title of Best Shooter in the Eredivisie four times and in Serie A twice.

As one of the most formidable shooters in football history, it was undeniable that even if Millenium High placed three goalkeepers in front of the net, they wouldn't stand a chance at blocking his shots.

Suren, charging into the front court, pinpointed Abram's position and delivered a precise long pass, placing the ball right at Abram's feet. Channeling Basten, Abram instinctively lifted his right foot and unleashed a powerful shot that sailed straight into the goal.

"The ball is in! It's incredible! That shot was from over 30 yards out. To score from such a distance is astonishing – a world ball! It's definitely a world ball! Who would have thought we'd witness such a spectacle in this match?"

"Look at the goalkeeper from the opposing team; he's completely frozen, still not grasping the reality that the ball has gone in!"

Amidst this flurry of brilliant attacks, Anthony's blood was boiling with excitement, and so was that of the other spectators. Only the folks from Millenium High seemed to be caught off guard.

While the Sandalwood School players were gearing up to celebrate, Lucian promptly cut their jubilation short. Nearly a minute had elapsed, and time was running out. He urged his players to keep up the offensive and net more goals.

At the sound of the referee's whistle, Millenium High launched a counterattack. Having conceded a goal to an underdog team and fallen behind was something they couldn't tolerate. They were eager to score and reverse the tide.

Then, in a swift moment, as if a breeze had slipped through the crowd, they realized the ball was gone! Snapping back to reality, they saw the slender Arnold already charging toward their goal with the ball.

Indeed, Arnold was now embodying Gullit, another member of the Three Swordsmen of Dutch. A versatile player, Gullit could dominate as a midfielder or step up as a shadow striker. Standing over 190 cm tall, he combined speed and agility with exceptional physicality, tactical acumen, and skillful footwork.

Regardless of his position, he could play at a level that ranked among the world's top five. When his team needed a long ball for a quick attack, Gullit could join the frontline alongside Basten, using his strength to win the ball. Alternatively, when a grounded advance was called for, he could drop back to midfield and orchestrate the offense, posing a significant threat with his passes and dribbling.

At that moment, Arnold, with the ball at his feet, breezed through the opposition's formation. It wasn't until he had broken into their defensive half that the opposing players began their belated chase.

As Arnold approached, the two defenders from Millenium High saw him effortlessly breeze past their defense. With a swift turn, he sent the ball flying.

In a moment where it seemed certain he would take a shot, the ball unexpectedly soared to the left.