Football: My AI System Provides Max-Level Predictions-Chapter 800 - 573 Mendes: As long as you’re at Real Madrid for 1 more day, they will never buy Tang Long!

The atmosphere inside Wanda Metropolis Stadium was so tense it seemed ready to ignite the air.

Atletico Madrid's players all had grave expressions, their eyes betraying a hint of panic.

Tang Long's sudden withdrawal to the defensive midfield position was like a stone thrown into a calm lake, causing Atletico Madrid's seemingly stable tactical system to plunge into bizarre turmoil.

All the players were crystal clear inside: to successfully defend against Manchester City, the key is to restrain their engine Tang Long.

But now Tang Long stood in the defensive midfield position, which posed a problem for Atletico Madrid.

Use Griezmann to defend?

Though Griezmann runs enthusiastically and is full of energy on the field, his defensive ability is far inferior to that of center-back Goding.

Then there's Torres, who also has defensive shortcomings. Facing an all-rounder like Tang Long, they seem helpless in defense.

Should Goding go forward to defend against Tang Long?

This clearly won't work either. Once Goding leaves his familiar defensive position to advance, it's like pulling out the anchor of the defensive line; he will no longer be the reliable defender.

Moreover, there's simply no one on the defensive line who can replace Goding's position, leaving Atletico Madrid's defense in an awkward situation of having no one to rely on.

On the sidelines, Simeone furrowed his brow, clenched his teeth, anger simmering as he ground his teeth in frustration.

He was filled with vexation, feeling as though heaven treated Atletico Madrid too unfairly, favoring Manchester City excessively.

In his mind, he repeatedly chastised himself: "Why can Tang play so many positions, and I just forgot that he can play defensive midfield!"

Tang Long, the versatile star rising in the football world, was like a phantom on the field, his positions shifting unpredictably.

From solid defense in the backfield to organizing the midfield and attacking in the front, including the defensive line, he could move effortlessly in every position and had world-class highlights in each.

Without exaggeration, wherever Tang Long stood, that position instantly became a crucial part of Manchester City's formation, a decisive factor shaping the outcome of the match.

In the 72nd minute of the second half, Manchester City's players unfolded a series of dazzling passes in the backfield.

The football under their feet seemed to be imbued with life, swiftly and accurately passing between players.

At this moment, Tang Long seized the opportunity and suddenly exerted himself, unleashing his terrifying trademark Ground Strike!

Whoosh—

The football shot out like a cannonball, swiftly skimming the grass, leaving a deep trail on Wanda Metropolis Stadium's turf.

First, it skillfully bypassed Saul, who extended a leg to block but missed;

Then it eluded the rapidly retreating Karasco, who chased furiously, but could only sigh at the ball;

Finally, the ball squeezed through an extremely narrow gap between Goding and Savic, leaving them unable to react as they tried to block!

At this point, Atletico Madrid's goalkeeper Oblak noticed and rushed out, widening his eyes, attempting to suppress the imposing ball.

However, the ball seemed to have its own mind~

After rolling into the penalty area, it suddenly spun rapidly, and its speed slowed instantly.

Oblak's body, which was running at full speed, wanted to stop immediately, but inertia prevented him from halting abruptly.

Looking up, he saw Agüero darting in like a bolt of lightning!

"Not good!"

In a dilemma!

Oblak couldn't help but exclaim in panic; he was neither able to advance nor retreat. In this haste, he had no choice but to boldly continue lunging in the direction of the ball.

Agüero's eyes flashed with a resolute glow; he seized the moment, and as the ball came rolling at his feet, he suddenly flicked it to the left.

His movements were agile and fluid, successfully bypassing Oblak in the small penalty area.

Then, at almost zero angle, Agüero skillfully pushed the ball into the goal with his left foot.

"Sergio Agüero!!"

At that moment, Agüero's mind was suddenly echoed by the overwhelming cheers of Manchester City's home fans.

The sound seemed to traverse time and space, resonating in his ears.

However, this was Wanda Metropolis Stadium, naturally not having the fervent cheering of Manchester City's home support, replaced by a deathly silence across the stadium.

The Atletico Madrid fans on site were all stunned by the sudden goal; they couldn't believe what they had witnessed, their faces filled with loss and dejection.

Facing teammates who came to celebrate, Agüero took two deep breaths, trying to calm his excited mood.

He spread his hands, making a gesture indicating he wouldn't celebrate.

At that instant, some old fans in the stands started whispering among themselves, their eyes filled with complex emotions.

In the livestream.

-[Agüero refuses to celebrate. Why is that?]

-[Old fans know Agüero played for Atletico Madrid before, so it's normal not to celebrate against his former team]

-[Atletico Madrid is truly a forward-producing ground, once was Agüero, before him was Torres, before Torres was Diego Forlán, and now, it's Griezmann who's in the limelight, it's simply a striker incubator.]

-[Agüero seems to have specially celebrated with Tang Long, haha, he can't hide his joy!]