Chapter 244 Guardiola: How Do You Turn 3 To 0? Su Luo: Show Time! !

Su Luo knew this match would be tough, but he hadn't expected it to be this difficult.

As he glanced up at the scoreboard, it was hard to believe that this was Chelsea's home game. Stamford Bridge had never been so quiet this season.

Blues fans sat in stunned silence, their hands clutching their heads in disbelief. Could the unstoppable team really be falling today?

In stark contrast, the Manchester City fans in the away section were anything but quiet. They were rowdy, waving their middle fingers and making obscene gestures toward the home crowd.

"We're up 3-0! 3-0! Champions, baby! You're nothing!"

"London Bridge is falling down, falling down..." they sang mockingly, having reworked the traditional English ballad into a taunt aimed at Chelsea.

A small group of City fans managed to create a ruckus that echoed across the entire stadium. Their excitement was palpable—they weren't just beating any team; they were thrashing the biggest threat in the Premier League this season.

Chelsea, the "big bad wolf" of the Premier League, was finally facing a devastating blow.

Mount stood on the pitch, staring at the scoreboard in disbelief: 3-0, with 75 minutes gone.

The name "Agüero" flashed across the screen, etched three times into Chelsea's misery.

Agüero—9'

Agüero—37'

Agüero—45+1'

Despair set in as Mount processed the reality of the situation. He'd never felt so helpless since joining the first team. He had always counted on Su Luo to turn things around, but today was different. Su Luo was heavily marked by City's defense, and Mount, alongside Pedro, was supposed to shoulder the scoring burden.

But Su Luo, even while being tightly defended, had managed to create two key chances, including a one-on-one with the keeper. Unfortunately, those opportunities were squandered.

Mount couldn't help but feel unworthy of being on the pitch. Meanwhile, on the other side, Agüero seemed possessed by a force of nature. In just 9 minutes, he had received the ball near the penalty area, turned past Gary Cahill, and blasted it into the top corner of the net.

In the 37th minute, Manchester City capitalized on Chelsea's delayed defense. De Bruyne delivered a perfect cross, and Agüero slotted the ball home with ease. Courtois had no chance to react.

During first-half stoppage time, Chelsea's midfield grew complacent. Chalobah's predictable pass to Fabregas was intercepted by Gundogan, who threaded the ball to Agüero. With Terry struggling to keep up, Agüero easily dribbled past him and scored again.

3-0.

If not for Su Luo's critical tackles in the second half and Courtois' impressive saves, Chelsea might have been five goals down by now.

It was a nightmare.

Mount hung his head, feeling the weight of their situation. Then, he felt a hand on his shoulder. Looking up, he saw Su Luo.

"Keep your head up," Su Luo said, his voice calm and steady, his London accent polished.

"What?" Mount responded, confused.

"Always keep your head up and be ready to defend. On the pitch, you need to stay alert."

Despite the desperate situation and with less than 20 minutes left in the game, Su Luo remained composed. He was only two years older than Mount, yet he carried himself with the poise of a seasoned veteran.

Inspired by Su Luo's confidence, Mount began to feel a resurgence of morale.

"Chelsea is giving it their all, but the absences of key players are taking a toll," the commentator observed. "Guardiola's Manchester City executed their game plan to perfection today, tactically and strategically."

"We're now in the 76th minute, and Manchester City still leads by three goals. If they hold on, they'll be just two points behind Chelsea, and the title race will be wide open again!"

"Chelsea isn't in a hopeless position. Their winning streak has kept them at the top of the league. Once their key players return, they'll be back in the title race. There's no need for fans to lose heart; after all, losing is part of the game."

Even Zhan Jun, a loyal Chelsea supporter, was trying to console the Chinese fans, reminding them that no team, not even the best, wins every match. Football, like life, is unpredictable.

Chelsea's attack was heavily reliant on Su Luo, and with Mount and Pedro out of form, City's strategy to shut down Su Luo had paid off. Yet, despite the odds, Su Luo kept pushing. His long-range shots repeatedly tested Bravo, and his pinpoint passes created chances that came heartbreakingly close to goal.

If only someone like Hazard were on the end of those passes, Chelsea might have clawed back two goals. Even in defeat, Su Luo was the standout player, with an MVP-worthy performance of at least 8.5.

"Chelsea's midfield was outplayed today," Director Zhang analyzed. "City's midfield was too strong, and Chelsea couldn't keep up."

"Fabregas struggled, and that young player... what's his name again?"

"Loftus-Cheek," Zhan Jun interjected.

"Yes, Loftus-Cheek. He has talent, and he works hard, but his lack of experience showed today. He couldn't control the midfield in such a high-stakes match."

"Should Su Luo have to drop back every time? He's their top striker, but he can't do everything alone."

Director Zhang sighed, acknowledging the toll of Chelsea's grueling schedule. Competing on four fronts had finally caught up with them.

Down by three goals, it seemed like an impossible task to turn things around.

At this moment, Guardiola finally breathed a sigh of relief. No longer pacing anxiously on the sidelines, he returned to his seat with a smile. His throat sore from shouting, he reached for a bottle of water, ready to take a sip. But just as De Bruyne lined up for a free kick, Guardiola paused, his eyes fixed on the pitch.

The ball deflected off the wall and was quickly controlled by David Silva, who looked to pass back to Gundogan to initiate a second attack. Seeing that Manchester City still held possession, Guardiola felt reassured and began to drink his water.

But on the field, Su Luo was still lurking, waiting for his moment. Today, Guardiola had tasked Fernandinho with marking Su Luo closely, while Gundogan also focused heavily on him. Wherever Fabregas and Loftus-Cheek had the ball, they were largely ignored, as neither posed much of a threat under pressure.

Stones also took turns shadowing Su Luo, leaving him isolated up front. If Su Luo had the explosive power of Ronaldo or the finesse of Ronaldinho, he might have turned the tide single-handedly. But at this moment, all he had was himself, like facing the final boss in a game with nothing but your starting equipment.

But Su Luo didn't give up. He knew that one goal could reignite Chelsea's spirit, showing them a glimpse of hope for a comeback. And now, that chance had finally arrived.

With Kompany and Stones caught up in a duel in the penalty area and Clichy and Navas holding back in defense, Su Luo saw his opportunity. Gundogan had stepped forward, leaving space behind him. This was the moment Su Luo had been waiting for.

He sprinted forward with everything he had, his stamina fueled by the conditioning that had been drilled into him. Gundogan, taken by surprise, hesitated and quickly passed the ball back, but Su Luo was already on him.

"I'm waiting for you!" Su Luo thought as he made his move, darting around in an arc straight towards Fernandinho.

Gundogan realized his mistake too late, shouting out in frustration as Su Luo closed in. Fernandinho, not yet fully aware of the danger, was too slow to react. Su Luo, quicker on the draw, lunged in with a slide tackle, hooking the ball back with his foot.

"Su Luo intercepts at a critical moment!" The commentator's voice rang out.

In that instant, it felt as if someone had struck a match in the darkness, piercing through the fog and bringing hope. The Chelsea fans, who had packed Stamford Bridge to capacity, erupted in cheers. They had waited 76 minutes for this, and finally, their patience was rewarded.

With a swift poke, Su Luo maneuvered the ball past Fernandinho and, using his strength and quick reflexes, got back on his feet before the defender could recover. He surged forward, pulling away from his pursuers.

"Su Luo is charging through the midfield!"

Clichy's desperate slide came up short as Su Luo nudged the ball away, beating yet another defender.

Stamford Bridge was in a frenzy, with Chelsea fans willing Su Luo to run faster, while Huaxia fans watching on TV held their breath, hearts pounding.

Now, only Navas and the goalkeeper stood in Su Luo's way. Navas retreated cautiously, not daring to make a reckless move. Su Luo dribbled towards the edge of the box, then suddenly shifted the ball to his right.

Navas followed, closing in, hoping to slow Su Luo down. But Su Luo remained calm, his breathing steady as the noise around him seemed to fade away. The stadium, now a dreamlike arena, seemed to be filled with the spirits of football legends watching him.

In one swift motion, Su Luo feinted to the right before deftly slipping the ball through Navas's legs, leaving the defender stranded.

"Ouch!" The commentator gasped as Navas realized too late that he had been beaten. Su Luo, having created an opening, shot towards the near post. The goalkeeper, Bravo, dove to make the save, but the ball grazed his fingertips, kissed the post, and ricocheted into the net.

A spectacular solo effort!

"Su Luo with an incredible steal and goal! His individual brilliance has given Chelsea a lifeline!"

With just over ten minutes left, Chelsea was still in the fight.

"Great work, Su Luo!"

The roar of Stamford Bridge echoed as fans chanted, "Lord! Lord! Lord!" Su Luo, the king of the Blues, was leading his team back into the game. Victory was still within their grasp.

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