Football: My AI System Provides Max-Level Predictions-Chapter 763 - 550: Where Exactly is Lewandowski Inferior to Tang Long? Bild: Messi, Ronaldo, and Tang, They Bring Their Own Systems!

"First-leg victory, Itihad defended Manchester's honor!"

"Lewandowski PK Tang Long, the latter achieved a complete victory!"

"Two goals, Tang Long once again chosen as the best player of the match!"

"Why does Ancelotti have no solution for both Alaba and Lahm next match?"

"Vidal was very angry in the post-match interview: My waist is about to be broken, that was definitely a foul!"

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In this Champions League Round of 16 match, a big play in all of Europe, relying on Tang Long's two goals, Manchester City won 2-1 at home against Bayern, taking the lead in the two-legged affair.

Champions League knockout matches are two legs, with scores added together.

Although Manchester City triumphed in the first match, the 2-1 score is not a safe margin.

Furthermore, Bayern managed to secure a precious away goal, which is the capital Ancelotti boasted of after the match.

After all, in the next match at Allianz Arena, Bayern needs only a 1-0 score to defeat their opponent and advance to the top 8.

Therefore, although Manchester City triumphed in the first match, no media dares to conclusively say they will definitely eliminate their opponent!

After all, in the Champions League arena, there is never a lack of reversal dramas.

Don't mention two-legged matches, remember when AC Milan led Liverpool 3-0 in the first half and then were tied in the second half, ultimately losing on penalties, creating the famous tale of Istanbul.

Subsequently, for over ten years, it has been a favorite topic among fans, becoming endless conversation topics, and is brought up to "whip the corpse" several times every year during the Champions League.

So regarding this match, what media and fans relish is the comparisons!

Firstly, the comparison between the two godlike forwards, Tang Long and Lewandowski.

Both are the top scorers in the Champions League for their respective teams.

Tang Long naturally speaks for himself, with 13 goals scored over 7 rounds of Champions League matches, including 6 group stage and 1 knockout match, topping the scorer list ahead of C Luo.

Many say he's aiming for C Luo's single-season Champions League record of 17 goals, maybe even breaking it!

But although Lewandowski's goal count in the Champions League doesn't match Tang Long, he is also steadily rising, scoring 6 goals over seven rounds, none of which were penalties.

Unlike Tang Long, Lewandowski plays not as a left winger but as an orthodox center forward, often needing to stand and engage in physical combat with big opposing center-backs, so his role is not solely reflected in goal count but as the team's tactical focal point, having significant meaning.

In fact, Lewandowski played pretty well in this match.

Although Bayern lost, and the overall ratings were low, Lewandowski still received Bayern's highest score of 7.

But if you compare the performance level of the two, the difference becomes apparent!

The German local media "Bild" mercilessly pointed out that the overall strength of the two sides is neck and neck, but the gap in the forward line decided the match's outcome.

"Tang attempted 8 dribbles throughout the match, succeeding in 7, with all 4 shots on target, scoring 2 goals."

"Besides, he made 50 passes, with 44 successful, nearing a 90% success rate."

"If he were a defender or midfielder, these stats would be unremarkable, but Tang is a left winger, and many of his passes are attacking passes forward; such a success rate clearly shows his solid passing skills!"

"In fact, Tang, who comes from a midfield background, is a very comprehensive player; his offensive stats are dazzling, and he also greatly contributes to the team's defense."

"4 intercepts, 3 tackles, 7 attempts to contest, with 5 successes!"

"He also covered the second-highest distance of 12.58 km in the match, second only to Gundogan's 12.91 km."

"Tang Long's extensive coverage on both attacking and defensive ends drastically lessened the pressure on Manchester City's midfield players."

After discussing Tang Long, "Bild" editor shifted focus and aimed at Lewandowski.

This Polish sharpshooter, who joined Bayern from Dortmund on a free transfer, has always been adored by German media, who feel keeping a top star like Lewandowski at Bayern is gratifying not only for Bayern but for the entire Bundesliga.

But despite Lewandowski's prowess in domestic matches, in this external battle, the gap between him and Tang Long became evident.

"It's not that Lewandowski played poorly; he played well and brought Bayern a valuable away goal, but you have to see who you compare him with."

"Compared to Tang, Lewandowski falls far short in terms of shot count, dribble count, dribble success rate, running distance, and defensive contributions!"

"Though the 28-year-old Polish center forward is at his career peak and heavily relied on by Ancelotti as a key frontline player."

"But compared to Tang, Lewandowski is inherently a system player!"

A system player?

"Bild" posed a highly controversial view and further explained:

"Lewandowski must rely on the help of teammates to break the goal."

"When teammates like Vidal, Robben are blocked by Manchester City's defense and can't provide him with ammunition, Lewandowski appears isolated and lonely upfront."

"When he can't get the ball upfront, he tried to fall back to midfield as a receiver."

"But regardless of passing footwork, timing of reception, and the anticipation of the big picture, he's a level below Tang!"

"Perhaps this is the frightening aspect of Tang, playing from midfield to forward, he excels at all positions in the attacking midfield; no matter where he stands, he always makes the most reasonable choice."

"So one says Lewandowski is a system player, but Tang isn't - he carries his own system!"

The statement that Tang carries his own system is the best summary of him.

There aren't many players in the world who can be described as carrying their own system.

The most important measure is how much they can contribute to the team's offense without help from teammates.

Team brilliance is important, which is also the charm of football; but solitary heroes will always remain an unfading bright light in the world!

"Bild" bluntly points out that currently in football, only three players can be completely described as carrying their own systems on offense: Messi, C Ronaldo, and the 20-year-old Tang Long!

Compared to "Bild" for the Tang Long and Lewandowski comparison.

After watching this match, many fans were engrossed in discussing the matter between Sterling and Vidal.

On the "Live Stream" forum, the video of Sterling knocking Vidal down with his hips was turned into a gif image, immediately flooding various posts, prompting fans to actively join the discussion.

Many found it amazing, even humorous, that Sterling's small stature of over 1.7 meters could knock over a muscular Mohawk-headed figure like Vidal.

Watching this gif, Vidal continues to push, Sterling gets pushed back all the way to the corner flag.

As Sterling is about to fly off and lose the ball, with a final hip thrust, his small body somehow releases tremendous energy, directly toppling Vidal to the ground!

What a perfect reverse of power.

Someone said: "Sterling knows how to use inch force; Vidal clearly fell for his trick!"

Someone else said: "Vidal must have underestimated him; Sterling's previous backing down was very likely intentional weakness."

Others joked: "Sterling's hip thrust looks like a toad, he must have mastered West Poison Ouyang Feng's Toad Divine Skill!"

Of course, regarding this matter, as early as in post-match interviews, a reporter already asked Sterling.

This lady reporter looked at Sterling's high camel-like hip with great envy—almost asking how he trained it, as Western women appreciate high hips, they all want a figure like Sterling's.

Since Sterling knocking Vidal over in that contest was indeed crucial, in fact, it was also Sterling's only victory out of 5 contests in the match, directly helping Tang Long win a penalty.

Sterling, facing the interview, said seriously: "This move was taught to me by Tang, and it's very effective!"

Sterling's answer also convinced netizens; he must've been influenced by some kind of Eastern martial arts to burst out such huge energy.

For a while, on amateur pitches, many ball protectors started mimicking Sterling's hip-thrust ball protection move.

The first two comparisons being between Tang Long and Lewandowski, Sterling and Vidal, these are comparisons between players.

And the third comparison, which is the last, appears sharp yet cold and ruthless.

"Both league and European battles suppressed, Manchester's sky is already completely blue!"