Compared to scoring goals,
Su Luo wanted to win even more!
In the next ten minutes, Manchester City launched a relentless counterattack. Fortunately, the experienced Chelsea midfielders finally started to move, and with Su Luo frequently dropping back to support the defense, they barely managed to hold on.
In the blink of an eye—
Forty-five minutes had passed.
It was the final moment of the first half.
Su Luo decided it was time to take the game seriously.
Time to fight back!
However, the first team to strike was Manchester City, playing at home.
Just before halftime, City capitalized on De Bruyne's breakthrough and won a penalty.
Yes.
De Bruyne followed Su Luo's example, using a sudden change of pace to force his way into Chelsea's penalty area.
It had to be said—
De Bruyne's dribbling was extremely decisive this time.
Without giving Chelsea's defenders any time to react, he successfully broke into the box.
But!!
Just as De Bruyne was about to take his shot,
The experienced Azpilicueta rushed in and attempted a sliding tackle.
Seeing this, De Bruyne...
Immediately went down!
The fall was clearly exaggerated,
But regardless, the referee still pointed to the penalty spot.
De Bruyne stepped up and calmly converted the penalty, securing his second goal of the match.
At the end of the first half, Chelsea, playing away, trailed Manchester City 4-2.
It was evident from the first half that this match had turned into a showcase of individual brilliance.
Conte stood on the sidelines, bewildered.
He had never expected City's attack to be this sharp. Throughout the first half, Chelsea had barely had a moment to breathe.
Since Su Luo's early goal, Chelsea had been on the back foot for the rest of the half.
Although Hazard was in good form,
Manchester City, led by De Bruyne's brilliance, quickly equalized and then took the lead.
Meanwhile, their other forward, Agüero, was also in top form!
In the locker room during halftime, Conte continuously emphasized defensive discipline, trying to rally his players.
Conceding four goals in the first half—
This was proof that Chelsea's defense was on the verge of collapse.
He would not allow his team to continue like this in the second half.
After all,
Conte's tactical philosophy had always been built on a solid defense!
After a fifteen-minute break and adjustments, the second half was set to begin!
The game resumed.
Chelsea's players were now fully aware of the threat posed by De Bruyne.
For the remainder of the match, Conte instructed his players to focus on marking him tightly.
In reality, in terms of overall strength, Chelsea was clearly the superior team.
This was evident from the sheer number of star players on their squad.
While Manchester City boasted many big-name players, compared to Su Luo, none of them could be considered true superstars!
Ten minutes into the second half—
Chelsea suddenly shifted gears and went on the offensive.
Fabregas and Drinkwater, the two midfield engines, began delivering a series of pinpoint passes to Hazard.
Opportunities were created one after another.
As a forward with an incredible ability to capitalize on chances,
Hazard thrived during this period, displaying a flawless finishing touch!
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