I changed football.

The game started.

"The first half is about to begin. Today, we will be providing live commentary with Zhan Jun and Zhang Lu."

"The home team, Athletic Bilbao, is playing a 4-2-3-1 formation today. The goalkeeper is Isoles, and the defense, from left to right, consists of Valenciaga, Gurpegi, Bovida, and Leque. The two holding midfielders are Etchebal and San José. The attacking midfielder is Raúl García, the left winger is Susetta, the right winger is Iñaki Williams, and the striker is veteran Aduriz."

"Monaco is also playing a 4-2-3-1 formation. The goalkeeper is Subasic, and the defense, from left to right, consists of Neuma, Carvalho, Raggi, and Bakayoko. The two holding midfielders are Fabinho and Toulalan, the left winger is Mbappe, the attacking midfielder is Bernardo Silva, the right winger is Li Yuan, and the center forward is Love."

Athletic Bilbao kicked off the first half.

"Athletic Bilbao's tactics this season are high pressing in the attacking third combined with quick counter-attacks. Here's some data to share: during the Europa League knockout stage this season, Athletic Bilbao averaged 18 high presses per game, which is among the highest of all teams."

"However, Athletic Bilbao has also conceded a lot of goals. In La Liga, they have conceded the most goals among the top 10 teams. They do score a lot of goals, but they also concede a lot of goals, which is why they failed to make it into the top four this season."

At the beginning of the match, Zhan Jun explained Athletic Bilbao's playing style to the fans.

After all, this team has very few fans in China.

Like the Chinese fans who watched the Europa League matches with Monaco this season—

"I only recognize Aduriz in Athletic Bilbao's starting lineup. He seems to be a veteran, quite capable of scoring goals."

"Don't you know Raul Garcia? He used to play for Atletico Madrid, and he was pretty good."

"And this one on the right is Williams, my FM Ai-chan, who can go up and down, a powerful side laner."

"Actually, in terms of squad value, Athletic Bilbao's entire team isn't even as valuable as Monaco's. Monaco's squad is worth €1.6 million, while Athletic Bilbao's is only €8900 million."

"Transfermarkt has always been quite disparaging of La Liga."

"What?! I thought Transfermarkt was underestimating Monaco. Mbappe and Li Yuan are such amazing players, yet Transfermarkt values ​​them at €1100 million and €1000 million respectively. Is that reliable?"

"How is it unreliable? Martial's market value is only 3200 million euros. Isn't it normal for Li Yuan and Mbappe to be worth just over 1000 million euros?"

"Upstairs, I think either Li Yuan or Mbappe could beat Manchester United's Martial."

……

Jardim sat on the bench and whispered to Irola.

"Athletic Bilbao is playing terribly. They've already received three yellow cards in just 20 minutes. Are they giving up?"

"They've always had this style. They're somewhat protected in La Liga, but they're not in European competitions anymore. It's the same in the Premier League."

"Fortunately, we've been relatively clean in the league."

"Actually, they haven't really had a solution yet. They have 6% possession, but we've led in shots on goal twice, and they haven't even had a shot yet."

In the 30th minute, Williams on the right made a mistake with his pass, which was intercepted by Fabinho. Fabinho then launched a long pass directly to Mbappe on the left.

Mbappe dribbles forward.

Although Li Yuan had more open space in front of him on the right wing.

But Mbappe still decided to take the kick himself.

The shot missed slightly, grazing the pillar as it went out the door.

Mbappe looked very regretful, holding his head in his hands.

Li Yuan, seeing Mbappe go it alone and miss the shot, spread his hands outwards.

It means you're passing it on to me.

This attitude must be expressed.

After covering his head, Mbappe turned to look at Li Yuan and made a gesture to him, indicating "mine, mine".

Li Yuan wants Mbappe to have this attitude.

The current Mbappe is not the director he will become in the future. Although many of his traits are beginning to emerge, he still needs to be suppressed while Li Yuan is in charge.

As for the fact that the two of them will no longer be on the same team, well, let them be.

Since they're friends, just don't be teammates.

The first half ended quickly.

"The pace of the first half was very fast. Monaco had 4 shots, 1 of which was on target, while Athletic Bilbao had 2 shots that were not on target. Athletic Bilbao repeatedly drew fouls in the middle of the field in the first half, and they have already received 3 yellow cards. In particular, the defensive midfielder and the center-back have both received yellow cards, which is not good news for Athletic Bilbao in the second half."

"Monaco had a lot of attacks in the first half, but three out of their four shots came from Mbappe. Mbappe seemed a bit anxious. There was a good chance for Li Yuan in the first half, but he didn't pass it to him."

On his way back to the locker room after the first half, Li Yuan walked over and approached Mbappe.

"Killian, you would have had that pass."

"What are you saying? You think you can get in just because I send it?"

"Of course!" Li Yuan began to explain to Mbappe, "You were facing three defenders, and the goalkeeper was on your side. I was already in the half-space, just one foot away from the penalty area. If you passed it to me, I could either shoot directly or take a step to the side and then curl a shot into the net."

Mbappe was taken aback by Li Yuan's words: "Is that so?"

"Of course, Killian. You have to believe me. If you have the chance, I'll pass it on to you, and if I have the chance, you should pass it on to me. We're friends, not competitors, right?"

Mbappe glanced at Li Yuan: "Yes, we're friends."

So, in the second half, after being persuaded by Li Yuan, M started passing the ball around.

"What a great opportunity! Mbappe attracted three defenders, but instead of trying to go it alone like he did in the first half, he passed the ball!"

"Li Yuan has an opportunity on the right wing!"

"Li Yuan controlled the ball perfectly—and shot!"

Accompanied by Zhan Jun's angry roar.

Li Yuan shot the ball into the goal.

"I told you, if you sent it to me, I could get in!"

Mbappe ran towards Li Yuan, who hugged him tightly and shouted loudly.

Li Yuan was met with a burst of laughter.

"Monaco are leading 1-0 away from home!"

"In three consecutive knockout matches, Monaco took the lead first, played away from home, and scored the first away goal in each game!"

"This goal was crucial for Monaco. Athletic Bilbao didn't have many good chances throughout the match, while Monaco had a lot. Mbappe was a bit selfish in the first half, but after halftime, he took the initiative to pass the ball to Li Yuan, which gave Monaco a 1-0 lead away from home."