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252 Chapter 252 78: New Skills +2! Comprehensive Development Goals! Puma’s Generous Cumulative Bonuses! 2026-10-27
253 Chapter 253 78: New Skills +2! Comprehensive Development Goals! Puma’s Generous Cumulative Bonus! 2026-10-27
254 Chapter 254 78: +2 Skills! Comprehensive Development Goals! Puma’s Generous Stacked Bonuses! 2026-10-27
255 Chapter 255 79: Stacked Bonuses and Tiered Bonuses! Co-branded Sneakers Development? Puma and the Golden Boy Award Foreshadowing! 2026-10-27
256 Chapter 256 79: Stacked Bonuses and Tiered Bonuses! Co-Branded Sneaker Development? Puma and the Golden Boy Award Setup! 2026-10-27
257 Chapter 257 79: Stacked Bonuses and Tiered Bonuses! Development of Signature Shoes? The Foreshadowing of Puma and the Golden Boy Award! 2026-10-27
258 Chapter 258 80: A Belated Birthday Surprise! Facing Dort in the Champions League! The Oppressive Atmosphere of Westfalen Stadium! 2026-10-27
259 Chapter 259 80: A Belated Birthday Surprise! Champions League Clash with Dort! The Oppressive Atmosphere of Westfalen Stadium! (Part 2) 2026-10-27
260 Chapter 260 80: A Belated Birthday Surprise! Champions League Clash with Dort! The Oppression of Westfalen Stadium! (Part 3) 2026-10-27
261 Chapter 261 81: Explosive Champions League! The Golden Boy Award Showdown! A Stopping-the-Ball Moment for the Ages! 2026-10-27
262 Chapter 262 81: Explosive Champions League! Golden Boy Award Battle! Century-Defining Ball Stop! (Part 2) 2026-10-27
263 Chapter 263 - 81: The Fiery Champions League! Golden Boy Award Rivalry! A Century-Defining Stopping the Ball! 2026-10-27
264 Chapter 264 - 81: Fiery Champions League! The Golden Boy Award Battle! The Century’s Iconic Ball Control! 2026-10-27
265 Chapter 265 - 82: The Perfect Goal! The Glory of Gilbert and Isabella! Let’s Fight Side by Side Next Season! 2026-10-27
266 Chapter 266 - 83: A Perfect Debut Performance! The Genius’s Dipping Shot! 2026-10-27
267 Chapter 267 - 83: A Perfect Debut Performance! The Genius Dipping Shot! 2026-10-27
268 Chapter 268 - 83: A Perfect Debut Performance! The Genius Dipping Shot! 2026-10-27
269 Chapter 269 - 84: Champions League Man of the Match! See You on the Future Field! Skill Upgrade! 2026-10-27
270 Chapter 270 - 84: Champions League Man of the Match! See You on the Field in the Future! Skills Upgraded! (Part 2) 2026-10-27
271 Chapter 271 - 84: Champions League Man of the Match! See You on the Field in the Future! Skills Upgraded! 2026-10-27
272 Chapter 272 - 85: Outlook on All Fronts! Aerial Strike Makes Its Mark! Classic Celebration Move! 2026-10-27
273 Chapter 273 - 85: Outlooks on All Fronts! Aerial Strike Begins to Shine! Classic Goal Celebration! 2026-10-27
274 Chapter 274 - 85: Outlook on Each Front! Aerial Strike Begins to Show Its Edge! Iconic Celebration Moves! 2026-10-27
275 Chapter 275 - 86: Charity Event! Disabled Fans—I Will Remember Them! 2026-10-27
276 Chapter 276 - 86: Charity Event! Disabled Fans, I Will Remember Them! (Part 2) 2026-10-27
277 Chapter 277 - 86: Charity Event! Disabled Fans—I Will Remember Them! (Part 3) 2026-10-27
278 Chapter 278 - 87: September Ends! Recap Time! Ma’el’s Goals! Pressure on Aguero and Rooney! 2026-10-27
279 Chapter 279 - 87: September Ends! Time for a Summary! Ma’el’s Goals! Pressure on Aguero and Rooney! 2026-10-27
280 Chapter 280 - 87: September Ends! Summary Time! Ma’el’s Goal! Pressure on Aguero and Rooney! 2026-10-27
281 Chapter 281 - 88: Stopping the Ball Upgraded! The Derby Arrives! Fabregas Interview! ”King! 2026-10-27
282 Chapter 282 - 88: Stopping the Ball Upgrade! The Derby Arrives! Fabregas’s Interview! ”King!”_2 2026-10-27
283 Chapter 283 - 88: Stopping the Ball Upgraded! The Derby Arrives! Fabregas’s Interview! ”King! 2026-10-27
284 Chapter 284 - 89: Derby Showdown! The Gunpowder Scent at White Hart Lane! Ma’el’s Duel with the Two Speedsters! [1/3] 2026-10-27
285 Chapter 285 - 89: Derby Showdown! The Gunpowder Smell at White Hart Lane! Ma’el’s Duel with Two Speedsters! [1/3]_2 2026-10-27
286 Chapter 286 - 89: Derby Showdown! The Tension at White Hart Lane! Ma’el’s Duel with Two Speedsters! [1/3] 2026-10-27
287 Chapter 287 - 89: Derby Showdown! The Tension at White Hart Lane! Ma’el vs. the Two Speedsters! 2026-10-27
288 Chapter 288 - 90: A Perfect First Touch! Chloe Unleashed! Everything Returned! [2/3] 2026-10-27
289 Chapter 289 - 90: A Perfect Touch! Chloe’s Release! All Returned! 2026-10-27
290 Chapter 290 - 91: The Fiery Derby! Super Backheel Nutmeg! Wenger’s Heart in Full Bloom! (Part 1) 2026-10-27
291 Chapter 291 - 91: Fiery Derby! Incredible Backheel Flick! Wenger’s Heart Overflowing with Joy! (Part 1) 2026-10-27
292 Chapter 292 - 91: Fiery Derby! Super Backheel Dribble! Wenger’s Heart in Full Bloom! (Part 1) 2026-10-27
293 Chapter 293 - 92: Adebayor Slaps Himself! Ma’el Rides Alone! The Abstract Walker [3/3] (Part 2) 2026-10-27
294 Chapter 294 - 92: Adebayor Slaps Himself in Anger! Ma’el’s Solo Breakthrough! The Abstract Walker [3/3] (Part 2) 2026-10-27
295 Chapter 295 - 93: Derby Victory! Ma’el’s Precious Gift! Inspiration Throughout Life! [1/3] 2026-10-27
296 Chapter 296 - 93: Derby Victory! Ma’el’s Precious Gift! Lifelong Inspiration! 2026-10-27
297 Chapter 297 - 93: Derby Victory! Ma’el’s Precious Gift! Lifelong Inspiration! [1/3] 2026-10-27
298 Chapter 298 - 93: Derby Victory! The Precious Gift from Ma’el—A Lifelong Inspiration! 2026-10-27
299 Chapter 299 - 94: Can Arsenal Win the Premier League? Ma’el Surpasses 15 Million on Social Media! The Expensive Cryotherapy Chamber 2026-10-27
300 Chapter 300 - 94: Arsenal Competing for the Premier League Title? Ma’el Surpasses 15 Million on Social Media! The Pricey Cryotherapy Chamber_2 2026-10-27

Chapter 266: Chapter 83: A Perfect Debut Performance! The Genius’s Dipping Shot!

”Ole...Ole.....!”

After the second half kicked off, Dortmund wasn’t in a hurry to equalize. They continued using the counter-attacking strategy from the start, retreating deep and waiting for opportunities.

It seemed they wanted to drag Arsenal into the quagmire of positional play, then suddenly change up to launch threatening attacks.

”Bang bang bang.....!”

Fortunately, Arsenal was prepared, not attacking aggressively but patiently passing the ball back and forth in the midfield, wasting time.

”Shinji Kagawa’s sudden charge! He couldn’t snatch the ball from Arteta’s feet, which isn’t his strong suit.

”The game’s rhythm is slightly slow at this stage, with only a few players occasionally stirring up confrontations in certain areas. Both coaches have opted for a more cautious approach.

”Let’s see this attempt! Alexander Song’s long pass aiming for Ma’el... Piszczek this time held his position, clearing the ball to the sidelines!”

”The game is reaching the 60-minute mark, and Dortmund still isn’t attacking?

”Ah.....we see Polish attacker Kuba is warming up, along with young general Perisic and Zidan also getting ready.

”This signals a strengthening of their offense. Klopp is preparing substitutions, just like in the first half, aiming to stabilize first before seeking a counterattack.”

On the field, Wenger saw many of Dortmund’s attackers warming up, and he sent Andre Santos and Frimpong to prepare as well.

His expression was serious, mixed with hesitation. A one-nil scoreline is dangerous, and making substitutions to strengthen defense at this time means giving up part of the offensive front.

If they can hold on, it’s fine. If not... it means handing over victory with no chance for redemption.

”Make the change.”

In the 65th minute, after some internal struggle, Wenger decided on the substitution and submitted the application to the fourth official.

He withdrew the underperforming Walcott and Gervinho, bringing on Frimpong and Andre Santos, shifting to a 5-3-2 formation.

”Security is paramount in the Champions League,”

He explained to assistant Philip, eyes fixed on the field, ”Dortmund’s attack is fierce, and post-substitution, they will present greater threats.

”Engaging in direct confrontation now is a less secure choice, as the opposition is likely to score.

”If we establish a continuous offensive, we can only hope for stellar performance from our forwards, which involves a high risk.”

”I also believe we should make the change.” Philip nodded in agreement, ”And even with the substitution, we still have threats in counterattacks.

”The pairing of Ma’el and Van Persie is trustworthy—one has technique and experience, and the other has physique and speed.”

Wenger smiled and nodded, looking at Ma’el’s back, ”Haha... I never expected him to become such a reliable player at this young age.”

”That’s what a genius is.” Philip shrugged with a smile, sighing.

Three minutes later, Klopp successively withdrew center-back Gross, midfield Kael, and Shinji Kagawa.

Perisic, Kuba, and Zidan came on—the team’s proud attacking aces!

The counterattack commenced, marking the final showdown in this Champions League opener between the two teams.

...

”Dortmund’s attack, they’ve changed their formation to 4-3-3, or even 3-4-3 in attack; this is their last gamble!

”Seven attacking players are pressing forward past the midfield, facing Arsenal’s eight-man dense defense. Creativity is needed now!

”Götze’s breakthrough crossing! Szczeny disrupts the ball, very dangerous! Perisic was waiting right behind!”

”.....”

”Dortmund is gaining momentum! At the scene, I can hear the cheers at the Westfalen Stadium growing louder and louder, and the North Stand is starting a wave!

”They’re telling the team’s players in their own way that they have unwavering support. Go forth boldly in pursuit of victory!

”Kuba’s ground slicing long shot! The football was caught by Szczezny! Arsenal’s goal has been under siege... Frimpong can’t hold off the opposition’s attack in the midfield!”

”This is a quick counter! From Szczezny, he’s looking for Ma’el again! They connected like this once in the first half!”

On the field, the ball arced through the sky, descending over Dortmund’s backfield sideline.

Having learned from the first half, the Dortmund players stood closely behind Ma’el to interfere, allowing teammates time to chase back.

With no advantageous position held in advance, they would not fully rush Ma’el again to prevent giving him a stop-and-go chance.

”Pa!”

Ma’el easily controlled the ball, observing Van Persie’s position and noticing he drew away two Dortmund defenders.

If he could break through Piszczek, there might be a very good scoring chance!

”Cover! Cover!”

Piszczek noticed this too, nervously waving to his teammates behind, signaling that Ma’el might attempt to surpass him with simple speed.

There was considerable space behind him, enough for his opponent to exploit a speed advantage.

”Bang... bang... bang.....!”

Ma’el dribbled towards Piszczek, taking a couple of steps towards the center, then suddenly kicked the ball past Piszczek’s right side and himself darted left.

Split dribble!

He aimed to use the simplest method to make the Bundesliga’s best right-back lose his defensive position!

Piszczek had anticipated this intention but was still fooled when Ma’el dribbled towards the center, a reflexive response.

No way..... the pressure Ma’el exerted on him in this match was tremendous. Even the best players make mistakes under high pressure.

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