Cute Girl Watching the Game

After the game, the Fujian Tianxin team did not stay at the stadium for long before returning to their hotel.

Zhao Qiang immediately called a team meeting: "The first victory is just an appetizer. The next match against Ningbo Daxie Yinbo is the key battle for our advancement from the group stage. Don't get complacent, everyone stay focused and study our opponents carefully."

Wu Bin sat in the corner of the line, listening attentively to Zhao Qiang's words.

Before the match, he already knew that Ningbo Daxie Yinbo was indeed stronger and was the team that could truly compete with Fujian Tianxin for a place in the knockout stage.

This team boasts several former Chinese Super League and China League One professional players, making its squad strength far superior to that of Wuxi Jinyang.

"The core of Ningbo Daxie Yinbo is 34-year-old veteran defensive midfielder Wang Ke." Zhao Qiang opened the tactics board, pointed to the player list on it, and said in a serious tone.

"Some of you may have heard of him. In his youth, he was a key midfielder for Shanghai Shenhua and Beijing Guoan in the Chinese Super League, winning two Chinese Super League titles and playing in the AFC Champions League."

"He is a tough defender with an excellent overall view of the game and solid footwork. He can intercept and tackle, as well as link up the attack and defense. He is the team's midfield commander."

A sense of anticipation arose in Wu Bin's heart.

A former key defensive midfielder for both Shanghai Shenhua and Beijing Guoan, this is undoubtedly the strongest opponent he has ever faced.

These are all traditional powerhouses in the Chinese Super League.

He desperately needs a real, high-intensity match to test his growth, and Wang Ke is the perfect litmus test.

"Tomorrow is the match between Ningbo Daxie Yinbo and Wuxi Jinyang," Zhao Qiang continued. "Our whole team will go to the stadium to watch the game and see who our next opponent is."

"Understood!" the group replied.

In fact, the schedule itself reveals that the China League Two is an amateur league.

The three teams play a single round-robin in a group, and then each team plays one game per day, which is completed in three days!

This is a scenario that is unlikely to occur in professional leagues.

Fujian Tianxin was quite lucky; they had a day off after the first day of matches and could play again on the third day.

Wuxi Jinyang has to play two matches in the first two days, while Ningbo Daxie Yinbo has to play two consecutive matches in the last two days.

But there's nothing we can do about it.

As an amateur team, we have limited funds, so we try to save on travel expenses wherever possible.

Otherwise, if these twenty or thirty people stay in Hangzhou for one or two weeks, the expenses will be considerable.

"Tomorrow you need to pay close attention to Wang Ke's positioning, defensive habits, and passing routes. Get to know his tactical style, because you'll be facing him head-on," Zhao Qiang specifically instructed Wu Bin.

As for Greentown's favor towards Wu Bin, we don't need to tell him yet, so as not to affect his mindset.

"Understood, Director Zhao," Wu Bin replied in a deep voice, his eyes showing a newfound determination.

He knew that watching this match was crucial; whether he could figure out Wang Ke's background would directly affect the outcome of the next match and, more importantly, whether the team could advance from the group stage.

Although his match videos can be found online as a former Chinese Super League player, they are all outdated.

Wang Ke, who can only play in the China League Two now, may have changed his playing style as he gets older, so we still need to watch the game live to get the latest information.

Know yourself and know your enemy, and you will never be defeated!

……

Meanwhile, Xin Xiaomeng's popularity continues to rise.

After finishing her live stream that day, she specially edited together Wu Bin's defensive highlights, added rousing background music, and posted it on social media.

The caption reads: "Fujian Tianxin's treasure midfielder Wu Bin is both handsome and skilled! A resounding 3-0 victory, his defense completely overwhelmed the former Chinese Super League striker! We'll continue to broadcast Ningbo Daxie Yinbo's match tomorrow, so stay tuned for Wu Bin's memorable moments!"

Although it doesn't quite resemble a post from a regular football blogger, its main appeal is its unexpected charm.

A content creator in the dance section is actually following football!

In 2017, "cute girls watching football" was a very special category, which naturally attracted a lot of attention.

The video quickly garnered numerous likes after it was released.

In the comments section, many netizens are looking forward to Wu Bin's performance in the next game, and many Fujian fans are also urging Xin Xiaomeng to take more pictures of Wu Bin and update his status in real time.

As Xin Xiaomeng watched her fan count steadily rise, she became even more determined to livestream Wu Bin's entire match.

This composed and formidable young player is not only the pride of her hometown, but also the "traffic driver" of her live stream!

……

The next afternoon, the outdoor area of ​​Hangzhou Sports Center remained deserted.

But compared to the first day, there were quite a few more fans who came specifically to watch the game...?

Okay, actually a significant portion of them are Xin Xiaomeng's fans who came specifically to wait for the content creator!

Wu Bin doesn't have a match today!

However, Xin Xiaomeng and her fans will not be disappointed.

Wu Bin arrived at the stadium half an hour early with his coach and teammates, found a seat in the stands with a good view, and prepared to watch the game!

What surprised Wu Bin a little was that people actually started coming up to say hello and ask for photos today...

"Is this China League Three match still being broadcast live? How come someone recognizes me?" Wu Bin was a little puzzled, but didn't think much of it.

But soon, Xin Xiaomeng was approaching him with her phone in hand.

Her camera occasionally panned to him, her tone lively: "Family members, Wu Bin is here! He came all the way here today to watch the game and observe their next opponent, Ningbo Daxie Yinbo. He's so dedicated!"

The live stream chat instantly became lively:

"No wonder Wu Bin is Xin Xiaomeng's favorite player; even in casual clothes, his good looks are undeniable!"

"A serious man is the most attractive. Wu Bin is studying his opponent, preparing to unleash his power in the next round!"

"Is Ningbo Daxie Yinbo very strong? I heard they have former Chinese Super League players?"

"The key player is that midfielder named Wang Ke. He was reportedly a former key player for Shenhua. Wu Bin will be going head-to-head with him in the next match!"

While watching the live chat, Xin Xiaomeng quietly approached Wu Bin and whispered, "Hi Wu Bin, I'm your fan and also a Bilibili UP (content creator) named Xin Xiaomeng. Did you come here today to observe your opponents?"

Upon hearing the voice, Wu Bin turned his head and looked at the sweet-smiling girl beside him, and was slightly taken aback.

He had some impression of Xin Xiaomeng.

In his previous life, he would occasionally come across this popular online streamer who promoted an energetic style, and he knew that she was very popular.

However, since he doesn't watch dance videos much, he hasn't paid special attention to it.

Actually, it was only because Xin Xiaomeng filmed some videos about going home for the Chinese New Year, especially the part about going to Changle in Fuzhou to watch the parade of gods, that Wu Bin took a few more glances at them.

Xin Xiaomeng is only a sophomore now, and she looks more youthful, but she looks a bit different from her mature appearance later on, so Wu Bin didn't recognize her at first.

Wu Bin nodded and replied politely, "Yes, I'm here to observe the opponents and familiarize myself with their tactics."

"Wow, so serious!" Xin Xiaomeng's eyes sparkled as she quickly turned the camera towards the court and said to the live stream.

"Did you all hear that? Wu Bin is here to seriously study his opponent. He's so dedicated! When the match starts, let's see how strong Ningbo Daxie Yinbo really is and just how good Wang Ke really is."

Wu Bin didn't say anything more and turned his attention back to the court.

At this time, players from Ningbo Daxie Yinbo and Wuxi Jinyang had entered the field one after another.

The players from Ningbo Daxie Yinbo, dressed in dark blue jerseys, stood tall and exuded confidence, a stark contrast to the demoralized Wuxi Jinyang team after their crushing defeat yesterday.

Wu Bin's gaze quickly swept across Ningbo Daxie Yinbo's midfield and soon locked onto the player wearing the number 8 jersey—Wang Ke.

He wasn't particularly tall, but his back remained straight, and his eyes were calm, exuding a seasoned and composed air.

"Family members, do you see that player number 8? That's Wang Ke, a former key midfielder for a Chinese Super League team, a 34-year-old veteran, and Wu Bin's opponent in the next match!" Xin Xiaomeng explained in time, with the camera focused on Wang Ke.

"He looks so charismatic! Wu Bin, keep it up in the next round!"

The whistle blew, and the game officially began.

As expected, Wuxi Jinyang's morale remained low after yesterday's crushing defeat, with players frequently making passing errors and their defense riddled with holes.

Ningbo Daxie Yinbo, on the other hand, took control of the game from the start thanks to the rich experience of many former professional players on the field.

Wang Ke anchored the midfield, demonstrating his dominance in both the attacking and midfield roles.

He remained calm and composed, organizing the defense and intercepting every pass from Wuxi Jinyang while linking up the attack in the frontcourt. His precise short passes repeatedly broke through the opponent's defense, and occasionally he would launch a long pass to initiate a quick counterattack.

His defensive positioning was extremely precise, and his anticipation was spot-on. Several attempts by Wuxi Jinyang's forwards to break through were easily intercepted by him, and he maintained firm control of the midfield throughout the game.

"My God! Wang Ke is amazing! His defense, his passing—he's truly a former Chinese Super League starter!" Xin Xiaomeng exclaimed excitedly. "Wu Bin, you'll be facing him in the next match. Will you feel pressured?"

Wu Bin didn't look up, his eyes still fixed on Wang Ke on the field, his tone firm: "There's pressure, but also confidence."

He could see that Wang Ke's defensive experience and overall game sense were indeed superior to his, but he also had his own advantages—youth and abundant energy. He was confident that he could go toe-to-toe with Wang Ke.

The live stream chat was already buzzing with discussion about the showdown between Wu Bin and Wang Ke:

"Wang Ke is still going strong! His dominance is simply overwhelming in the China League Three!"

"Wu Bin isn't bad either. He crushed the former Chinese Super League striker yesterday. Maybe he can beat Wang Ke?"

"Looking forward to this halftime showdown! It's going to be amazing!"

The game on the field has completely turned into a one-sided affair.

In the 23rd minute, Wang Ke intercepted a pass from Wuxi Jinyang and delivered a precise short pass to forward Li Jiexing.

The player, who also played for Chengdu Sheffield United, received the ball and slotted it home, making it 1-0!

In the 38th minute, Wang Ke launched another attack, sending a long pass to the left winger. The winger broke through and crossed the ball, and Li Jiexing finished off the attack in the middle to complete his brace, making it 2-0!

At halftime, Ningbo Daxie Yinbo led Wuxi Jinyang 2-0, a clear advantage.

Wu Bin tilted his head, repeatedly recalling Wang Ke's positioning and passing routes, constantly adjusting his defensive tactics in his mind.

He no longer watches the game like a regular fan; instead, he constructs a virtual stadium in his mind and practices within it.

Zhao Qiang sat beside him, watching his focused expression, and nodded with satisfaction: "You've figured it out?"

"Yes, Wang Ke is very experienced, his passing and positioning are very accurate, and he is good at connecting offense and defense, but his stamina should be his weakness," Wu Bin said truthfully. "In the next game, I can use my stamina advantage to increase my running coverage and specifically limit his passing routes."

"Good, your thinking is very clear," Zhao Qiang praised. "Remember this feeling; the next match is up to you."

In the second half, Ningbo Daxie Yinbo continued to control the game, with Wang Ke remaining the core of the midfield. Although his stamina had declined, his defense and passing remained accurate.

In the 65th minute, he provided another assist, helping the team extend their lead to 3-0;

In the 82nd minute, he took to the field himself and scored with a long-range shot, bringing the score to 4-0.

As the final whistle blew, Ningbo Daxie Yinbo defeated Wuxi Jinyang 4-0, showcasing their formidable strength with a resounding victory.

At the same time, this score also served as a wake-up call for Fujian Tianxin.

Due to their superior goal difference, if the two sides draw in tomorrow's match, Ningbo Daxie Yinbo will also surpass Fujian Tianxin to advance as the group leader!

Now that the game was over, the Fujian Tianxin players left the field.

Xin Xiaomeng held up her phone and spoke her final words to the camera during the live stream:

"Family, the match is over! Ningbo Daxie Yinbo won 4-0! Wang Ke was amazing, with both an assist and a goal! Next match, Wu Bin will face him head-on. Are you looking forward to it? I certainly can't!"

Then, turn off the camera and end the broadcast.

At this moment, Xin Xiaomeng sighed softly:

"Wu Bin is great in every way, except he seems a bit too...cool?"

"It seems his entire attention was focused on that football..."