Chapter 251 Abusing The Home Team In The Theater Of Dreams? Nightclub Play Before The War

"Welcome to the 33rd round of the Premier League! Chelsea visits Old Trafford to take on the Red Devils, Manchester United!"

"With just four days until the second leg of the Champions League, Chelsea can breathe a bit easier. Conte has decided to field the strongest lineup available for today's match."

"He hopes that a league victory can lift the team's spirits and help them mount a comeback in the Champions League."

As the battle between red and blue began, the commentators provided insight into the match. While the result of this game wouldn't affect the Premier League title race, Chelsea desperately needed a win to regain their morale and momentum.

"Chelsea's goalkeeper, Courtois, missed the Champions League due to a red card but starts today in the league."

"The return of Azpilicueta to the backline is good news. AZP partners with Gary Cahill and Rudiger in defense."

"David Luiz is out until at least the Champions League semifinals, assuming Chelsea makes it that far."

"In midfield, we have Chalobah, Fabregas, Loftus-Cheek, and Willian."

"Upfront, it's Su Luo, Mount, and Pedro leading the attack."

"This is Chelsea's strongest available squad right now!"

The lineup seemed shaky against a powerhouse like Real Madrid, but against Manchester United, it was more than capable. The commentator wasn't too worried.

"For Manchester United, David de Gea starts in goal."

"The back four consists of Valencia, Bailly, Rojo, and Darmian, with Mourinho opting against a three-man defense."

"In midfield, we have Herrera, Fellaini, and Pogba, with Lingard and Ashley Young on the wings."

"Leading the attack is Manchester United's rising star, Marcus Rashford!"

"Martial, Rooney, and Ibrahimovic are on the bench."

"Rumors suggest that this could be Wayne Rooney's last season with Manchester United before he heads to the MLS for retirement."

As Zhan Jun continued to discuss Rooney's situation, the whistle blew, and the game began.

Chelsea kicked off first, with Pedro passing the ball to Mount. Just one second had passed since the start.

At this moment, no one noticed anything unusual—except for Mourinho on the sidelines, who felt a sudden chill.

Su Luo didn't participate in the initial build-up, instead rushing forward. Mourinho, sensing something was off, began to approach the sidelines to give instructions.

The commentators were still analyzing the lineups when the situation on the pitch changed dramatically.

Two seconds in, Mount played the ball back to Loftus-Cheek.

Three seconds, four seconds passed as Loftus-Cheek, under pressure, returned the ball to Mount, who immediately laid it off to Fabregas.

Everything seemed normal until Fabregas decided to catch Manchester United off guard with a quick long pass.

Amidst a sea of red shirts, a blue figure—Su Luo—charged forward like an unstoppable force, breaking through the defense to receive the ball.

Five seconds, six seconds!

"Wait, what's happening here?" Zhan Jun exclaimed, realizing something was wrong.

Fortunately for United, Bailly was deep enough to prevent Su Luo from breaking the offside trap, but he was now the only one between Su Luo and the goal.

Seven seconds!

Su Luo, just outside the penalty area, faced Bailly and faked an inside move. Bailly reacted quickly, shifting his position, but Su Luo feigned a shot and, with a clever flick, bypassed Bailly on the left!

"Ouch!" Zhan Jun exclaimed as Bailly, still recovering from a recent knee injury, hesitated, worried about aggravating it. This slight delay in shifting his weight proved costly.

Su Luo, now free in the penalty area, quickly assessed De Gea's position.

Years of shooting practice and the influence of star players had honed Su Luo's instincts.

Eight seconds!

With a composed right-footed strike, Su Luo curled the ball around De Gea. It hit the post and bounced into the net!

"GOAL!! Only 8 seconds into the game, Su Luo has given Chelsea the lead at Old Trafford!"

"The stadium is stunned into silence!"

"Chelsea takes the lead, 1-0!"

The blitz was executed to perfection. Fabregas' pass and Su Luo's clinical finish left no room for error. A fraction of a second slower, and the opportunity would have been lost.

Against most opponents, such a move might be neutralized, but Su Luo was not one to waste chances.

"It seems Su Luo and the Chelsea players have put the disappointment of their last match behind them. They've adjusted well," remarked Zhan Jun.

"This gives Chelsea a real chance in the second leg of the Champions League! They're not out of it yet!"

"Su Luo has set a new Premier League record for the fastest goal, clocking in at 8.02 seconds!"

"He was just a hair's breadth away from the all-time fastest goal of 7.69 seconds!"

"At such a young age, Su Luo has a long career ahead of him. He'll have plenty of opportunities to break more records! This is already becoming his trademark!"

The early blitz had shattered Manchester United's game plan, leaving them dazed and vulnerable.

Chelsea's attacks continued to pour in. By the 12th minute, they had launched another assault on the United goal. Cesc Fabregas and Mount both unleashed long-range shots, only to be blocked by the defenders.

Su Luo, ever alert, pounced on the loose ball and feigned a third long shot, causing Rojo to panic and turn his back in defense. Instead of shooting, Su Luo accelerated into the penalty area.

It wasn't just Su Luo's skill on display; his football IQ was off the charts.

De Gea, Bailly, and Darmian were all focused on Su Luo, recognizing him as the most dangerous man on the pitch.

But in the chaos, Su Luo deftly chipped the ball into the center of the box.

There, the young Mount, left unmarked, calmly slotted the ball into the empty net.

"2-0!! Su Luo with a goal and an assist!"

"Manchester United has conceded twice in quick succession—they're in shock!"

United, caught off guard, found themselves on the defensive, struggling to regain control of the match.

In the 39th minute of the first half, Su Luo found himself with a bit of space just outside the penalty area. Without hesitation, he decided to go for it—why not? You miss every shot you don't take.

And just like that, Su Luo unleashed a thunderbolt of a shot! The ball zipped through the crowd at lightning speed, leaving everyone stunned. De Gea, with his view blocked, barely had time to react as the ball rocketed into the net.

"Su Luo scores a world-class goal! Chelsea now lead by three away from home!" The commentator's voice boomed. "This also marks Su Luo's 99th goal contribution for the team. Just one more, and Chelsea will hit the 100-goal milestone!"

By the end of the first half, Chelsea had a comfortable 3-0 lead, leaving Manchester United demoralized and struggling to recover.

Then, just 57 minutes into the second half, the moment came. Chelsea's 100th goal of the season was inevitable.

"Su Luo!! What a brilliant strike off a free kick, finishing with a stunning sideways volley!"

"Hat trick! That's his 65th goal in the Premier League, and it's the 100th goal for Chelsea this season!"

"Chelsea are playing with full force!"

4-0! Manchester United were on the verge of surrender. It was a nightmare at Old Trafford, a crushing defeat in the so-called Theatre of Dreams.

But Chelsea weren't done yet.

In the 70th minute, Su Luo, drawing three defenders, spotted a gap. With a precise through ball, he set up Pedro, who calmly slotted it past De Gea.

"5-0!!"

"This is happening at Old Trafford! Sir Alex Ferguson is watching from the stands!"

"Su Luo's performance is absolutely ruthless, venting his fury in front of the legendary manager."

"With this form, Chelsea should feel confident."

"In four days, they'll be ready for the Champions League!"

By now, the stands at Old Trafford were emptying out. Fans were heading for the exits, unwilling to endure the final 20 minutes. With Manchester United's dismal form, a comeback was impossible.

On the pitch, the United players looked defeated, like prisoners waiting for their sentence to end. Pogba even stopped trying, barely making an effort to run.

Chelsea began to ease up, conserving energy for their upcoming life-or-death battle in the Champions League. Su Luo, Azpilicueta, and Pedro were all substituted.

The final score was 5-0, a total domination by Chelsea at Old Trafford.

Looking back at this season, Su Luo and his unstoppable Blues have made a habit of scoring at least three goals in every away game.

Anfield, the Etihad—they all fell, 1-4 to Chelsea.

Old Trafford crumbled 0-5.

The North London powerhouses, at White Hart Lane and Emirates Stadium, barely survived with 2-3 and 3-4 scorelines, both thrilling comebacks by Chelsea.

So far, Chelsea remains unbeaten for 33 rounds, with 101 goals scored, only 23 conceded, and 97 points on the board!

With six rounds left, Chelsea is just one win away from breaking the Premier League points record and reaching 100 points!

Fear spreads across the league!

Perhaps the pressure was too much for Chelsea's rivals. Manchester City stumbled this round, drawing 2-2 with Middlesbrough after leading 2-0.

This widened the gap from 8 points to 10!

With 87 points in 33 rounds, Manchester City would have been champions in any other season. But this year, they've met a relentless Chelsea team!

In the next round, Manchester City faces the "Manchester Derby."

Manchester United, after their humiliating defeat, will be desperate to rebound. It won't be an easy match for City.

Chelsea might just clinch the Premier League title 3 or 4 rounds early.

For Manchester City, the dream of winning the title is all but over. Their chances are slim, at best.

Finally, Conte and his Chelsea squad can breathe a little easier, easing the pressure of competing on multiple fronts.

Now, they can focus on the Champions League.

The upcoming away match against Atletico Madrid will determine if Chelsea can reach the pinnacle of European football!

Su Luo's 65 goals and 32 assists have been the talk of the English media, with his feats being praised to the skies.

But with just two days before the Champions League match, Su Luo and his team have already arrived in Madrid.

After a brief rest, they prepare for the battle of their lives.

Upon arriving in Madrid, Su Luo asked Conte for some time off to visit the night market.

Going to nightclubs before a big match had become a bit of a tradition for Su Luo. Conte, understanding his star player's quirks, granted the request but offered some advice before he left.

"Emmm… just take it easy, alright? We still have a game to win, so don't wear yourself out," Conte said.

"I…" Su Luo wanted to explain, but there wasn't much he could say.

Last time in Madrid, Su Luo led his Union Berlin teammates to the city's biggest nightclub, the 7-story Teatro Kapital, where he bumped into Taylor Swift.

This time, Su Luo was with Erica. Josephine was in Milan, and Taylor Swift was in Los Angeles.

Ever since Erica heard about the "Stamford Bridge Tragedy 2.0," she had taken leave and flown to Madrid to comfort Su Luo.

"My mindset's fine, don't worry. Besides, you've got a game soon. After watching it, head back to Berlin quickly."

Su Luo was touched. Erica had traveled such a long way, not to see Madrid, but just to be with him.

"I just wanted to see you. I haven't seen you in so long, and you're trying to send me away? No way, I'm sticking to you," Erica said, wrapping her arms around Su Luo's neck, pulling him close, and kissing him softly.

Compared to Josephine and Taylor Swift, Su Luo saw Erica the least. Whenever they were together, she clung to him like an octopus, never wanting to let go.

As they sat on the deck for a while, Erica noticed something different about Su Luo.

"Oh? You… You should've told me sooner. Why don't we head back to the hotel?"

Su Luo glanced around. They were on the top floor of the nightclub, in a private VIP area. The only lights came from the DJ stage, drawing all the attention. The surrounding booths were dark, and the electronic music blaring was too loud for anyone to notice them.

Leaning in close to Erica's ear, Su Luo whispered:

"I have a bold idea…"

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