Awakening the Messi template, Florentino Pérez begs me to join Real Madrid

Three days later, the FA Cup match.

Hengda will play away against China League One team Heilongjiang Volcano Spring.

Due to the tight schedule and the limited strength of the opponents, Evergrande has sent a "mixed team" this time - some first-team substitutes plus U19 youth team.

Veterans like Zheng Zhi and Feng Xiaoting were rested, and key players such as Gao Lin and Muriqui did not even travel with the team.

Wu Shi, on the other hand, put on the captain's armband.

This is the second time in his career that he has served as captain. The first time was a few months ago against Qingdao Hainiu, where he led the team to a comeback victory, but it also exposed the lack of experience among the young players.

This time is different.

"Relax and play." In the locker room before the match, Takeshi said to a group of young players who were about his age but looked very nervous.

"Their opponent is a China League One team, and we are Evergrande. Just remember our training content and play our own style."

His voice was steady, his eyes were firm, and he already possessed a hint of the leadership qualities of a traditional number ten.

The young team members looked at him and nodded in agreement.

This person's performance over the past few months has earned everyone's respect.

The match was held in an old stadium in Harbin. The temperature was more than ten degrees lower than in Guangzhou, and the grass was a bit hard, but these were not problems for Wu Shi.

Wu Shi scored a goal in just the 8th minute.

He received the ball on the edge of the penalty area. Facing two defenders closing him down, he didn't try to break through. Instead, he suddenly took a shot and curled it with the outside of his foot!

The ball traced a strange arc, bypassed the wall of players, and plummeted rapidly in front of the goal, disappearing into the corner of the net!

1: 0!

"Beautiful! Wu Shi's signature curveball!" The accompanying reporter excitedly recorded on the sidelines.

After scoring, Wu Shi didn't celebrate wildly. He just patted his chest and then turned around to give a thumbs up to the young midfielder who made the assist.

He needs to lead his teammates, not just perform well himself.

[System: Curve ball accuracy detection: 92%. Maintaining technical stability in low-temperature environments is commendable.]

Heilongjiang attempted a counterattack, but Evergrande's midfield control was clearly superior. Wu Shi frequently dropped back to receive passes and orchestrate the play, acting like a true commander.

In the 27th minute, the second goal came.

After breaking through on the left flank, Wu Shi crossed the ball from the byline. The ball was fast and had a flat arc, accurately finding the young striker who was making a run at the far post.

The latter headed the ball towards the goal, but it was saved by the goalkeeper. However, Wu Shi had already started his run and moved into the front of the goal to score on the rebound!

2-0! A brace!

Before halftime, Wu Shi had another brilliant through ball, but unfortunately his young teammate's one-on-one shot was saved.

The atmosphere in the locker room was relaxed during halftime.

"Captain, you're aiming for a hat trick today, aren't you?" a younger team member joked.

Wu Shi smiled and said, "Of course we should take the opportunity. But the most important thing is to win; everyone has performed well."

He was telling the truth. Having experienced the life-or-death battles of the AFC Champions League, this level of competition felt more like a "high-quality training match" to him.

What he needs to do is help his younger teammates grow, practice tactics, and maintain their form.

In the 61st minute of the second half, he scored a hat-trick.

Evergrande won a free kick in the attacking third, about 25 meters from the goal, in an excellent position.

Wu Shi stood in front of the ball.

He took a deep breath and looked towards the goal. The opposing goalkeeper was nervously forming a wall, his eyes darting around.

Run-up, kick.

It was another outside-of-the-foot shot! But this time it was a powerful volley!

The ball didn't spin much in the air, but it was incredibly fast, hurtling towards the top left corner of the goal like a cannonball! The goalkeeper had absolutely no time to react!

3-0! Hat trick!

"Wu Shi! Hat trick! This is his first hat trick in his career!" the commentator shouted.

Wu Shi finally smiled, opened his arms and ran to the sidelines to hug his teammates who rushed up to him.

The young team members tackled him to the ground, patted his back vigorously, and shared in his joy.

This was Wu Shi's first hat-trick, and for many of these young players, it was the first time in their careers that they had witnessed a teammate complete a hat-trick.

In the 78st minute, Wu Shi was substituted.

As he walked toward the bench, the away stands—though only a few hundred visiting Evergrande fans—sang in unison.

"Takeshi! Takeshi! Takeshi!"

He raised his hand to greet the stands, then sat down on the bench and accepted a towel and water from a staff member.

[System: Match statistics: 78 minutes played, 3 goals, 0.5 assists, 5 key passes, 75% duel success rate. Overall rating: 9.8/10.]

[Hat trick achievement achieved. Fusion level increased: 7.30% → 7.45% (+0.15%).]

[Captain's Leadership Performance Assessment: Excellent. Effectively inspires younger teammates, executes tactics decisively, and maintains stable emotional control.]

The final score was 4-1. Guangzhou Evergrande easily advanced to the next round of the FA Cup.

In the locker room after the match, the young players were still excitedly discussing the game and Wu Shi's three goals.

Wu Shi changed his clothes quietly, a faint smile on his face.

[System: You should be proud now.] The system's voice suddenly sounded. [Not because you scored three goals, but because... you are becoming a true professional player, a player who can take responsibility and lead a team.]

Wu Shi paused in drying his hair. "Are you praising me?"

The system remained silent for a few seconds.

[...This system merely states objective facts.]

But if you absolutely must give an evaluation—

[In the past few months, from being knocked around by players from the China League Two to defeating a South Korean national team center-back in the AFC Champions League; from being awkward as captain for the first time to calmly commanding a mixed team today; from a "plastic man" to a "steel" who can withstand pressure and fight hard...]

【Wu Shi, you did a good job.】

Wu Shi was stunned.

This was the first time he had heard the system speak in such a direct and... gentle tone.

There was no harsh criticism, no mockery, no data or analysis.

It's just a simple "You did a good job".

"Of course, don't get cocky." The system's tone immediately returned to its usual cadence.

At best, you're at the level of "top-tier in the Chinese Super League, first-class in Asia, and still being evaluated in Europe." The Real Madrid trial will be the real test; don't come back crying for comfort then.

Wu Shi laughed, a very happy laugh.

"I understand," he said. "I will continue to work hard."

"Hmm." The system's voice softened. "Keep trying."

I... am really looking forward to seeing how far you can go.

The last sentence was as soft as a sigh, quickly fading into the noise of the locker room.

But Wu Shi heard it.

[System: The system has detected that the host's mental state is in a "stable and satisfied" state. Would you like to view the latest interim data summary?]

Okay, retrieve the data.

[Interim Capability Assessment Report - Up to the end of the current season's FA Cup]

Host: Takeshi

Age: 17 years old

Height: 185cm

Weight: XNUM X kg

Body fat percentage: 11.3%

Current template integration level: 7.45%

Estimated global ranking for the same age group: 89th (up 1 place)

Not bad, please keep it up.