Chapter 121 The Flickering Samba

As a player from Samba nation, Vini Jr. is hailed by the outside world as a player who plays football most like Neymar. He shares the same position as Neymar, that of a winger, and his playing style is also quite flamboyant.

Since his loan from Real Madrid to Arsenal during the summer transfer window, this match marks his first appearance.

Samba nation's football inherently possesses a theatrical quality, representing the finest fusion of art and football. Even now, as the utilitarian nature of modern football has permeated all five major leagues, there are still a few players who remain true to their original intentions.

Arsenal fans have also warmly welcomed his arrival.

As a winger, his strength is undeniable.

Soon, on the field, he transforms into a radiant beam of light, always able to complete dribbles through ingenious and inspired methods – this is his raison d'être.

It is a pity that only a few minutes remain in the match, and neither side manages to score.

In the final minute, Manchester City, with their tenacious spirit, unleashes a long through ball. Haaland finally receives the ball and takes a shot.

Unfortunately, even his composure is affected at this moment. After the goalkeeper parries the ball, the subsequent corner kick opportunity is once again wasted.

The referee blows the final whistle.

1:4, Manchester City is defeated at home!

Arsenal continues to write its unbeaten myth!

The Demon King Haaland finally bows his head, for on this pitch today, he is not the true Demon King!

Some people not only show no fear towards him, but can even instill fear in him.

The match is over.

Despite many Manchester City players and fans still struggling to accept this cruel reality.

Some players are even still on the field.

But this is the reality, whether you accept it or not.

Manchester City lost! And they were thoroughly beaten, a 1:4 scoreline!

Upon returning, Cao Baming hears the system's voice in his mind, beginning to settle the goal rewards for this match.

Still no hidden quests...

However, he is only one step away from the season quest of three consecutive hat-tricks!

Upon completion, he will receive the quest reward, another top-tier golden talent skill card!

The value of this card alone is equivalent to one million points!

The next opponent, Bournemouth, is a team that can be easily toyed with, so this reward is surely within his grasp!

It will be effortless!

...

As expected, the media begins to make a big fuss about it after the match.

Guardiola is not surprised at all; he rightfully claims the top trending spot!

Even Cao Baming's hat-trick cannot overshadow him!

"Guardiola's Reverse Prophecy Succeeds! Almost Shut Out!"

"Only One Goal Away From a Shutout! Haaland Lacks Sportsmanship!"

"The Truth of Guardiola's Humiliation! This Time It's Quite Brutal!"

...

The fans, in their divine mode, launch a furious onslaught from all angles, adding salt to Guardiola's wounds!

What a pity! What else could he do?

He is too lazy to even discuss the post-match review of this game.

Poor Guardiola is not new to cyberbullying; he is accustomed to it.

The fans will certainly not hold back their criticism.

With this match, Cao Baming's average goals per game have officially surpassed 2!

Historically, footballers who can achieve an average of 1 goal per game are few and far between, and all of them are legendary players. Cao Baming, however, has unreasonably jumped to 2 goals per game!

Many fans have already made predictions, stating that if Cao Baming does not win this year's Ballon d'Or, there must be an inside job!

With such a crazy performance, it's unlikely anyone else could compete!

On the other side, Mbappé is also shining in Ligue 1. His recent performances have been outstanding, achieving three consecutive hat-tricks ahead of Cao Baming!

He is showing the world that he can still score goals even without Messi!

However, many long-time PSG fans know that Neymar and Verratti are the true pillars of PSG. If Mbappé were to join Arsenal, he would likely be benched!

How could Mbappé endure such treatment?

Indeed, that is impossible.

And the direct confrontation is not far off. In half a month's time, in the Champions League group stage, the two teams will meet!

Also drawn into Group H alongside Paris are Juventus and Sevilla.

This group is now also known as the group of death.

However, in many people's eyes, the qualification situation holds no great suspense.

The September wind blows, and the new round of the Premier League arrives in the blink of an eye!

Cao Baming, with an excited heart, follows the team onto the field. This time he is here with a mission, with a clear objective in mind: to achieve a hat-trick!

He even managed it in the previous match against Manchester City, so facing a team like Bournemouth poses no challenge.

He can already feel the golden, dazzling top-tier talent skill card beckoning to him!

Before the match, Arteta's pre-game talk was brief. His message was essentially: "Play freely, just don't underestimate them!"

He also knew that this match would be relatively easy.

With three consecutive league wins already secured, winning this match would extend their winning streak. This season, both Arsenal's management and he himself have one goal: to attempt to break the longest winning streak record in the league!

That's right, the current record holder is none other than Arsenal!

With such a brilliant lineup this season, they must strive to achieve this!

Bournemouth, despite wanting to win this match, can see the gap when they think about it carefully. They approach the game with a calm mindset.

Messi is absent due to a cold, while Cao Baming and Henry are both in the starting lineup.

Against such a weak opponent, the Cao-Henry connection is more than sufficient!

The players soon take to the field, joking with each other along the way, their spirits relaxed.

"Finally, I can go wild in this match! Hahahaha!!!"

"Yeah, we'll win no matter how we play!!"

"Let's focus on playing in the attacking half, at least score ten goals!!"

The teammates have entered an exaggerated boasting mode, becoming increasingly outrageous.

Until a steady voice cuts through.

"Don't get too complacent, either. Bournemouth has also won two consecutive matches and even drew with Tottenham. We need to maintain our winning streak!"

The one speaking is Henry.

His words silence the room; no one dares to retort. Within the team, Henry's words sometimes carry more weight than coach Arteta's.

At this moment, Cao Baming, standing at the back of the group, suddenly speaks.